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NEWS RELEASE

FROM:  SONOMA COUNTY REGIONAL PARKS
RELEASED BY: Donna LaGraffe, Regional Parks
CONTACT: Donna LaGraffe , (707) 565-2041
RELEASE:  IMMEDIATE
TODAY'S DATE: December 1, 2008
SUBJECT: NEW YEARS DAY GUIDED HIKE & LUNCH AT TOLAY LAKE REGIONAL PARK

It’s a new year! Resolve to get out and enjoy the natural beauty that makes Sonoma County such a wonderful place. Spend New Year’s Day exploring 1,737-acre Tolay Lake Regional Park in Petaluma, followed by lunch with new friends.

2-hour hike from 11am – 1pm
Thursday, January 1, 2009 – RSVP by Friday, December 26

  1. Group will gather for optional BYO lunch after hike.
  2. The hike will be moderately challenging.
  3. Although children are welcome on the hike, the terrain is too rugged for most strollers.
  4. Bring adequate water and food for your party, as these will not be provided.
  5. 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.
  6. Please, no pets.

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 Regional Parks Special Events Hotline (707) 565-2730 the morning of the tour.

Tours allow a limited number of participants, 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:

  1. Your name
  2. Number of people in your vehicle
  3. Home address
  4. Personal e-mail & phone number