NEWS RELEASE

Sonoma County Regional Parks invites you to take a guided hike of the future Tolay Lake Regional Park on the following dates:

3-hour hikes from 9 - Noon

Sunday, May 4, 2008 - RSVP by Friday, May 2

2-hour hikes from 9am – 11am

Saturday, May 24th, 2008 -  RSVP by Wednesday, May 21

1. Note: You are advised to wear sturdy boots, long sleeves and long pants on this hike.
2. The tours will be moderately strenuous.
3. Please, no pets.
4. Although children are welcome on the tour, please note that the terrain on the walk is too rugged for most strollers.
5. Please bring adequate water and food for your party, as these will not be provided.
6. 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 available 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. Phone number
3. Email address
4. Number of people in your vehicle

After requesting the reservation, you will receive a confirmation, 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.