Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
( 707-546-7147;
www.snoopyshomeice.com
; 1667 West Steele Lane; adult incl skates $9-12, child
$7-10; )
This skating rink was formerly owned and deeply loved by Schulz. It's open most after-
noons (call for schedules). Bring a sweater.
Children's Museum of Sonoma County
SCIENCE CENTER
(
707-546-4069;
www.cmosc.org
;
1835 Steele Lane; $7;
9am-4pm Tue-Sat, noon-4pm Sun;
)
Geared to little children 10 and under, this happy learning center inspires discovery, ex-
ploration and creativity with hands-on exhibits, most outdoors, focused on nature and sci-
ence. Picnicking welcome. No adults without kids.
OLIVE-OIL TASTING
When you weary of wine-tasting, pop by one of the following olive-oil makers and dip
some crusty bread - it's free. Harvest and pressing happen in November.
Sleeping
Find chain hotels (Hyatt and Marriott) near Railroad Sq. Nothing-special motels line
Cleveland Ave, fronting Hwy 101's western side, between the Steele Lane and Bicentenni-
al Lane exits; skip Motel 6. Nearby Windsor has two chain hotels (Hampton Inn and Holi-
day Inn) off Hwy 101 at exit 'Central Windsor.'
Spring Lake Park
CAMPGROUND
( 707-539-8092, reservations 707-565-2267;
www.sonomacountyparks.org
; 5585 Newanga Ave;
sites $32; )
Lovely lakeside park 4 miles from downtown; make reservations ($8.50 fee) online or
10am to 3pm weekdays by phone. The park is open year-round, with lake swimming in
