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Sonoma County parks tax supports $13 million in improvements countywide
Parks departments across Sonoma County, including Regional Parks and city municipalities, utilized over $13 million in Parks for All – Measure M sales tax funds in 2023-24 for trail improvements, playground upgrades, and sports facility enhancements, as detailed in the latest annual financial report presented to the Board of Supervisors. Read full story
Regional Parks seeks input on future trails and more at Monte Rio Redwoods Regional Park and Preserve
Sonoma County Regional Parks is seeking public input via an online survey to develop a master plan for Monte Rio Redwoods Regional Park and Open Space Preserve, focusing on trails, public access and recreational uses. Read full story
Vamos a Nadar water safety classes begin March 9
Sonoma County Regional Parks' Vamos a Nadar program, starting March 9th, provides free bilingual water safety and introductory swimming lessons to families with children aged 5 and up, aiming to reduce drowning deaths and promote safe water recreation. Read full story
Prescribed burn operations planned at Sonoma Valley Regional Park
Sonoma County Regional Parks plan to conduct prescribed fire operations at Sonoma Valley Regional Park on Dec.11-12 to reduce fire risk and improve park health. Read full story
Prescribed burn operations planned at Carrington Coast Ranch Regional Park and Open Space Preserve
Sonoma County Regional Parks and Audobon Canyon Ranch plan to conduct prescribed fire operations at Carrington Coast Ranch Regional Park and Open Space Preserve on Friday, Nov. 8 to reduce fire risk and improve park health. Read full story
Prescribed burning operations planned at Monte Rio Redwoods Regional Park and Open Space Preserve
Sonoma County Regional Parks plans to conduct prescribed fire operations at Monte Rio Redwoods Regional Park and Open Space Preserve on Thursday and Friday, Oct. 24 and 25 to reduce fire risk and improve park health. Read full story
Prescribed burning operations planned at Tolay Lake Regional Park
Sonoma County Regional Parks, in partnership with others, is conducting a controlled burn at Tolay Lake Regional Park on Wednesday, October 23 to improve the park's health and wildfire resilience. Read full story
Prescribed burning operations planned at Regional Parks and Open Space Preserves for fall and winter 2024-2025
Sonoma County Regional Parks and CAL FIRE plan to conduct a series of prescribed fire operations throughout the coming year to improve park health and wildfire resilience. Read full story
New paved path adds recreation options at Tom Schopflin Fields
Sonoma County Regional Parks has completed a new paved trail at Tom Schopflin Fields, enhancing recreation for visitors. Read full story
Free holiday parking at Regional Parks for veterans and active-duty military
Veterans, military members, and their families can obtain a special pass to waive the $7 day-use parking fee at Sonoma County Regional Parks from Nov. 9-11, 2023, by presenting valid military identification at designated locations. Read full story