Spotted Owl Self-Defense

EPIC defends Northern Spotted Owl from billionaire timber baron. Sierra Pacific Industries, destroys habitat for Spotted Owl.

Protecting Endangered Species of the North Coast

At EPIC, we intend to advocate for wolves as strongly as we advocate for all native biological diversity in Northern California. That means continuing our work to defend forests and wildlands from exploitation and destruction.

Take Action to Save Richardson Grove

Help protect ancient redwoods from CalTrans' plan to widen Highway 101 through this state park. Tell your California Legislators to Save Richardson Grove.

Industrial Forestry: Reforming Corporate Logging

Industrial timber giants are threatening our forests, wildlife and watersheds. Use of highly intensive forest management practices compromise the productivity of our forestlands.

Ensuring the Integrity of Public Lands

Agencies charged with stewarding our public lands must be monitored to protect our natural legacy from destructive timber sales, mining developments, off-road vehicle use and grazing. EPIC fights for the restoration of damaged areas and defends the wildest corners of California for future generations.

Stop Cruel Hound Hunting of Predators

May 10, 2012

On April 24, the California Senate Committee on Natural Resources and Water voted 5 to 3 to advance Senate Bill 1221—legislation which would prohibit the inhumane and unsporting practices of bear and bobcat hounding. Nearly 200 humane advocates attended the hearing to show their support for the legislation and their efforts helped pass the bill out of committee. Now we need your help to support this legislation going forward. read more >>

Make Your Voice Heard! What Do You Think of Green Diamond’s Clearcutting?

May 8, 2012

Green Diamond is seeking to certify its forest lands through the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), a non-profit organization that sets standards for forestry practices in an attempt to balance environmental, social, and economic values. Public Meeting on Green Diamond & Forest Stewardship Council, Monday, June 11th 7:00pm – 8:30pm at the Bayside Grange. read more >>

EPIC Joins Lawsuit Challenging Caltrans Willits By-Pass Project

May 1, 2012

EPIC joined with Willits Environmental Center, Redwood Chapter of the Sierra Club and the Center for Biological Diversity, to file a lawsuit in federal court today challenging the approvals and environmental review for the Willits Bypass, a proposed four-lane freeway around the community of Willits, in Mendocino County, that would hurt wetlands, salmon-bearing streams and endangered plants. read more >>

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