Veterans Park — Attraction in Porterville

Until 1990, veteran's Park was a12ft height sand dune(look at the old oak tree next to center gazebo)! One man researched traditions and took it on himself to reclaim the old west's city dump, as it was making students ill. Healing the earth, instead of destroying it the way the city was with fraking ("water restoration"). 3 years healed for each year the dune remained. Environmental scientists declare 100 years for the city dump to be hospitable to vegetation, 33 years with the sand dune. Leased for 99 years minus the 30 years the dune stayed, another 30 after becoming veteran's, and the lease from the federal government(put in my name after his death) has some 40 years remaining. I can legally(and have!)...

Veterans Park has come a long way in looks and necessities. The playground has covered shade. I love the Benches that have been donated. The benches are made of great quality and looks, especially with the Donors names on them!!! What a great idea of recognition. Being a Senior I appreciate lots of benches, they are vital being close to the gated play area for when I take the grandchildren to play. God bless each Of...

Veterans park in the beautiful city of Porterville is a gem. No other park in this city that compares to it. It is next to a shopping center, includes a skate park for the kids. A cool playground and plenty of space for a family cook out. Not forgetting to mention that many city events both small and big are held here. It is safe at any time of the day or night. The coolest are the car shows and...