COBB, Calif. – The 2013 Dogs at Boggs was a bow-wowing, tail-wagging success, so Friends of Boggs Mountain is welcoming dog lovers and leashed, friendly dogs to the second annual Dogs at Boggs on Saturday, May 10, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

A fun morning of hiking at Boggs Mountain Demonstration State Forest in beautiful Lake County will include 30 minutes of dog handling tips specifically for forest visitors.

Hiking guides will then lead an informative, leisurely 1.5-mile exploration of Boggs trails.

The theme for this year’s hike will be, “The Edible Forest.” No leaf will remain unsniffed.

Children are welcome at this free event. Canine participants will receive an “I’m a Boggs Dog” button and a bag of delicious additive-free treats provided by co-sponsor Evanger’s Dog and Cat Food Co. Inc. Refreshments will be provided for humans.

Dogless? If you would enjoy a slow dog-centered hike without bringing a dog, you are also welcome. RSVP is required. RSVP early, as space is limited, by calling Karen at 707-321-4964.

The forest is located about 1.5 miles north of Cobb off State Hwy 175. For a map and directions visit www.boggsmountain.org .

Also, the first edition Boggs Mountain Coloring Book will be offered for sale for the first time at Dogs at Boggs.

Designed and illustrated by Karen Rhoads and published by Friends of Boggs Mountain, the 7-inch by 8.5-inch booklet includes eight plant, bird, and butterfly species from Boggs Mountain Demonstration State Forest, identified by common and Latin names.

The coloring book is printed on acid-free art paper rather than commercial printing paper, and is suitable for crayons, colored pencil, light watercolor, pen and ink, and other media.