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Take your heart, and your sweetheart, on a guided hike at Tolay Lake Regional Park in Petaluma on Valentine’s Day. This outing will begin with a brief discussion on hiking for heart health by Dr. Ven Trickle Ph.D..

2-hour hike on West Ridge from 9am – 11am
Saturday, February 14 - RSVP by Wednesday, February 11

Celebrate the birthday of George Washington, first President and revolutionary farmer, by joining Park Ranger Chris Herman for a brief lesson on the agricultural history of Tolay Lake Ranch.

3-hour hike on East Ridge and by the ponds from 9am – Noon
Sunday, February 22 - RSVP by Wednesday, February 18

• Note: You are advised to wear sturdy boots, long sleeves and long pants on these hikes.
• The tours will be moderately strenuous.
• Please, no pets.
• Although children are welcome on the tours, 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.

Walking sticks or trekking poles are useful. 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.

Hiking 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:

• Your name
• Phone number
• Email Address (or mailing address)
• 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 mailing list for notification of future tour dates. Check our website at http://www.sonoma-county.org/parks/pk_tolay.htm