Rename Los Padres National Forest?

Photo of trees in the Chumash Wilderness by Jack Elliott

Although he doesn’t take a definite stand himself, pseudonymous blogger “Jack Elliott” presents a compelling argument for renaming Los Padres National Forest in light of what we know now about the mistreatment of California Indians during the Mission Period. I think it’s worth considering. You can read “Rename Los Padres National Forest: Race and Recognition in the Woods?” at this link.