NEWS RELEASE

The Sonoma County Regional Parks Department invites you to take a docent-led walking tour of the future Tolay Lake Regional Park on one of the following dates:

3-Hour tour runs from 9am - Noon

Saturday, August 19, 2006 - RSVP by August 17

2-Hour tour runs from 9-11am

Sunday, August 27, 2006 - RSVP by August 24

• The tours will be minimally-to-moderately strenuous.
• Please, no pets.
• Although children are welcome on the tour, please note that the terrain on the walk is too rugged for most strollers.
• Please bring adequate water and food for your party, as these will not be provided.
• Remember to dress appropriately for the weather: hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, layered clothing and sturdy shoes are recommended. A restroom will be available at the starting location of the hike.
• Inclement weather will cancel the tour. A message with information regarding the current status of the tour (to go on as scheduled or not) will be recorded on the on the Regional Parks Special Events Hotline (707) 565-2730 the morning of the tour.

Each tour will be limited to 15 vehicles and reservations are mandatory. Please call the Regional Parks Special Events Hotline at (707) 565-2730 to make a reservation, and leave a message including:

• Your name
• Number of people in your vehicle
• Home address
• Personal e-mail & phone number

The Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation & Open Space District was able to purchase and preserve Tolay Lake Ranch in September 2005. This acquisition will establish a long-awaited regional park in the southern portion of Sonoma County. There are opportunities to establish multi-use trails for cycling, hiking and equestrian use. The site also offers opportunities for bird watching, picnicking, and interpretation of natural and cultural resources. There will be many opportunities for public input during the park planning process.

After requesting the reservation, you will receive confirmation via postcard, which will include more detailed information. Note: tours fill quickly. If you cannot reserve a place on your date of choice, add your name to our waitlist for notification of future tour dates. Check our website at http://www.sonoma-county.org/parks/pk_tolay.htm