Posts with tag 'Outdoors'
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Where to Make a Run for It This Holiday Season
There's never a bad time to work on one's fitness goals, but our agents understand that we can all use a little extra help when the holidays roll around. Luckily, there are a lot of opportunities to dust off your running shores in Kern County this season.
These runs, races, and turkey trots in the Bakersfield area are great ways to get active this holiday season. If you're feeling over-stuffed from all the candied yams and pumpkin pie, a good run might be just what the doctor ordered!
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Fresno: Plan a Visit to the Forestiere Underground Gardens
In the ancient catacombs of Sicily, a dream and a vision were born in a young man named Baldassare Forestiere. Eventually, that vision would be realized halfway across the world in Fresno, where Forestiere created an underground garden, unlike anything that you've ever seen. Today, you can visit this unique site to experience all that Forestiere created and learn more about the fascinating man who created a masterpiece in nature. Our agents have all of the key information you need to plan a trip to Forestiere Underground Gardens.
The Fascinating History of the Underground Gardens
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Baldassare Forestiere was a young citrus farmer in Sicily who immigrated to the United States in 1901 to pursue his dream of creating his own citrus farm. After acquiring his own land, he began to create what we know today as Forestiere Underground Gardens in Fresno. With nothing but simple farm tools, he carved a series of tunnels, rooms, courtyards, and catacombs underground, with gardens growing throughout the underground space. Each room features classic Roman architecture, with arches built entirely from local stone.
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Homeowners: How to Plan for a Patio Addition
Having a delineated, comfortable space to enjoy the outdoors at home is fundamental. A patio can extend your living area, provide a great place to unwind, help you entertain more, and increase the value of your home. But before you break ground, it's important to do your due diligence. There are many factors in play and many decisions to make when it comes to patio designs, materials, and builders. Proper planning is key to creating a beautiful and functional patio. Here, our agents have outlined some of the key aspects you should consider as you start to create your perfect patio plans.
- Consider the Purpose of Your Patio
Think about how your patio is going to be used on a regular basis. Are you going to be hosting regular barbecues? Will you be preparing family meals outside? Do you intend to have a fire pit on the patio? Are you looking for a comfy place to lounge by the pool? Or, would you rather have a simple, quiet patio big enough for a bistro table and a couple of chairs? Deciding whether your patio will be a gateway space or gathering place will guide you in making the best choices in terms of size, layout, and add-on features.
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Bakersfield: 5 Destinations for Shareable Nature Shots
If you love nature, you won't want to miss this important holiday: Nature Photography Day. It falls on Tuesday, June 15th this year, and it's the perfect excuse to snap some photos of yourself enjoying nature's beauty. This raises the question: What are some of the best spots for nature shots in the Bakersfield area? Our agents have some recommendations.
- The Park at River Walk: 1200 Stockdale Hwy., Bakersfield, CA 93311
At The Park at River Walk, you could snap some pictures of yourself sitting along the river, leaning against a tree, or standing on one of the little bridges that stretch across the creeks.
This charming park has a pond with ducks and fish, a playground for kids, and lots of trails for walking and bike riding. It's a great place to stop with kids or with your dog. Just note that dogs must be kept on a leash at all times. You could even snap a family photo as you all enjoy lunch at a picnic table. There are restrooms on-site, free WiFi, and barbecue grills for public use.
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Bakersfield: These Trails Were Made for Hiking
Sometimes we all need a break from screens and technology—a little digital detox, if you will. Luckily, spring is a mighty fine time to go for a hike in the Bakersfield area.
It's the perfect season, offering sunny skies and not-too-hot, not-too-cold weather. Our agents are excited to hit the trail, and we hope to see you out there at some of these scenic Bakersfield hiking spots!
- Hart Park - Bakersfield, CA 93308
Spanning 370 acres alongside the Kern River, Hart Park is one of Bakersfield's most popular spots to take a break from city life and enjoy the outdoors. The park offers rugged, open terrain and shady groves of trees crisscrossed by a vast network of trails. The 2-mile Hart Park Trail is the most heavily used trail and is popular among joggers and dog walkers. To get a little farther off the beaten path, follow the 6.5-mile trek known as the Hart Park Big Loop. Hart Park is a short drive from many of these Bakersfield homes for sale and also offers two small lakes that are great for fishing.