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A milestone birthday: 80-year-old Stuart Gherman climbs Masada

To say that I am proud of Stu does not come close to the way I feel. I never doubted that he could make it to the top. He is truly a role model for our family. 

Zaydre Stu Gherman, 80, having climbed Masada.
Eyal Keren, aged 58, and his son, Omer Keren, were from Koranit in the Misgav area of northern Israel, and were found dead during a hiking trip in Austria.

Israeli father and son found dead while hiking in Austrian Alps

 65-year-old Israeli citizen Ilya Rachitsky has been missing since Tuesday, launching a search and rescue effort nearly a week ago

Search ensues for missing Israeli-Ukrainian in Canada

 India’s Dharamsala region.

Search continues for missing American immigrant to Israel in India


Here are some ideas for activities to do with the family on summer break

Now is the perfect time for some family outings before the little ones need to head back to school. 

 Mother and toddler sitting under the tree during summer vacation. (Illustrative).

Knowing the Land of Israel part 2: Be’er Milka

Thousands of years ago, this strange place was known as Kadesh Barnea, and was considered the southernmost boundary of the Land of Israel.

 THE DUNES around Be’er Milka.

Knowing the Land of Israel part 1: The Jerusalem Hills

Stepping out into nature, learning about, and marveling at the hidden wonders of our country can be a meaningful way of reconnecting to our land, our strength, and our heritage.

A CRAB spider prepares to ambush an unsuspecting beetle on a flower, near Mevaseret Zion

Blue and white in green: A released IDF soldier's hike through Israel

Journey with this new oleh – and recently demobbed IDF paratrooper – as he walks for Israel.

 RECENTLY BACK-IN-HIS-CIVVIES paratrooper Aaron Seitler sets off on his fundraising cross-country hike.

Come visit the Caesar Trail

Nearby, don’t miss the Roman stairs that were built for Hadrian Caesar, reminding you that the trail you just finished is an old Roman path from the 2nd-century period.

 Photo from the Caesar Trail.

China's Hunan province has the most inconvenient convenience store

Tourists and locals scaling the mountain cliff in Hunan, China, can now grab cheap drinks at a shop perched on the steep cliff, adding to the area's list of attractions.

 Mount Langshan in Xinning County, Hunan, China.

Israeli hikers rescued after getting stranded on cliff in the south

A swift operation was then initiated, employing specialized equipment to ensure the safe retrieval of the stranded hikers.

 Israeli hikers stranded on a cliff in Southern Israel

Sherrill Kaye leads other immigrant women for Israel's Sea to Sea hike - opinion

Hiking has mental and physical benefits, but Modi'in resident Kaye, like most of women, spoke more about Zionism than cardiovascular capacity.

 THE SEA to Sea team – on the trail.

Israel in the fall: Must-see autumn nature hikes

Below, you’ll find some great options for outings this fall, which are a wonderful way to explore our glorious country.

 EIN HEMED National Park.

What are the best water hikes in Israel?

Below, you will find a few suggestions for the best water hikes all over the country - something perfect for a hot summer day.

 YEHUDIYA Nature Reserve.