Earth First! Humboldt

It’s been a quiet, sunny, summer day so far. We’re staying alert nonetheless.

One of our comrades was arrested on the ground today in the McKay Tract by a Sheriff who was accompanying a Green Diamond security guard. Numerous defensive blockades on the road leading to the tree-sits were also removed. Food and climbing gear were confiscated from our friend as well. He was later released from jail [...]

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The Current Situation: A Critical moment approaches
With little more than two months until the possible end of the logging plan permit, we are redoubling our efforts to keep the tree-village defense strong and keep the forest standing. On August 4th, the Green Diamond timber company could let the [...]

We are seeking people to help protect the forest this spring and summer. Are you interested in tree-sitting for a week or more? We are requesting help to end the threat of clear-cutting of this rare and beautiful Redwood grove. This place is a refuge for rare and endangered wildlife including Northern Spotted Owls. The [...]

A mass of arctic air came to visit us recently, causing snow, icicles, ice patches and other fun stuff to occur. Rain, hail, snow and intermittent sun were the order of the past few gorgeous days. We never would have guessed the snow would stick, but it did for over 24 hrs in some [...]