Evening Walks in Fresno

  One thing that I recommend to do, during the evenings in Fresno, is to enjoy a walk around these peaceful places. The best place to do this is at Woodward Park. The park is huge and many people go there everyday because it has everything a park needs. It has a lake, three ponds, a section for bicycles, trails, streams, picnic areas, basically whatever a park is known for. One main attraction from the park is Shinzen Japanese Garden which is mainly used for big events, such as  weddings and other private events. People can enter with a small entrance fee of 3 dollars, whenever an event isn't taking place. When passing through the gates you'll notice how everything resembles a japanese film with japanese maple trees and japanese style houses. The first creature you see are the majestic peacocks roaming around the garden and then you'll notice the lame geese. Once you get to the bridge you'll notice in the pond the koi fish swimming  with a calmness that will make you daydream. You can walk around the garden and view everything for yourself and you'll be amazed at what you'll find.

   If the park is too far away or you don't want to pay a 5 dollar vehicle admission fee, then the next place is good for you. N. Van Ness Blvd. is a street that is used by many pedestrians. The almost three miles of sidewalk and street are good for a relaxing walk, especially before dusk. One tip I can give you is that don't pass under the railroad bridge heading toward Ashlan Ave. from Shield Ave. when it gets dark because those streets have no lights and it can be frightening. Also look both ways before crossing Ashlan Ave. because there aren't any stops signs and the cars passing are going fast. Those are the only defects of walking down this street. The people you'll encounter on this street are nice and always say hell. The ambient is peaceful once you pass the railroad bridge gong toward Shaw Ave. because not many cars pass through those streets.