The Ventura Land Trust has won a court ruling against Chevron and Aera Energy, allowing continued public access to the Ventura Hills Nature Preserve via Hall Canyon Road. - A judge denied a preliminary injunction sought by oil companies to close the road.
- The preserve opened in March with 12 miles of trails. - The Land Trust owns the road; oil companies have easements.
- Aera Energy cites safety concerns but says it seeks lawful solutions. The lawsuit against the trust is ongoing, but public access remains for now.