Hiking

Hiking in the Holy Land: The almond tree, Israel's ancient clock

Spring has not arrived, yet blossoming almonds in Israel signify the arrival of Tu Bishvat, the new year for trees, a time when some seasonal quality has shifted.

THE ALMOND TREE has been watching over the Land of Israel for longer than we can fathom.
YATIR, NESTLED in the mountains of southern Judah, was a spiritual anchor – a place where priests lived, taught, and served.

Hiking the Holy Land: Biblical secrets in Yatir Forest

Wings beat in perfect unison, massive birds rising into the brightening sky.

In Hula Valley, a Hanukkah crane ritual connects modern families, ancient texts - opinion

HIKING KATLAV.

The patient hiker: Finding patience in politics, hiking, healing - opinion


Video tour of Israel will reconnect locked-out tourists

Tour guide Josh Levinson plans to hike across the whole State of Israel and document his journey on YouTube.

Josh Levinson at Qaqun, Israel.

Hikes for the high holidays season

The holiday season is a perfect time for hikes in Israel — Here are four free great family-friendly hikes for September.

  HOF HASHARON NATIONAL PARK

First segment of Israel National Trail canceled for safety reasons

The segment of the Israel National Trail between Kibbutz Dan and Tel Hai was a security risk because it went along dangerous roads.

Israel trail 1

Take a hike up north in Ramat Hanadiv

The Romans were clever enough to recognize this place as a local treasure and build some structures around the spring for leisure, including a few baths, small swimming pools and a spa.

Ramat Hanadiv and the Ein Zur spring near Zichron Yaakov.

Israelis, Americans team up for NY hiking for people with disabilities

The two organizations are in the midst of 12 days of hiking in New York with teams consisting of people with and without disabilities.

COLTON ROBINSON after a recent modeling photo shoot with FAISR’s Jamie Lassner at Chelsea Piers, New York.

The anglo who taught other anglos about hiking in Israel

Arnold Slyper began hiking in the Jerusalem area as soon as he immigrated seven-and-a-half years ago. This evolved into a website and a book.

SHVIL HAMAAYANOT is a popular hiking trail close to Jerusalem, with stunning views of the Judean Mountains along much of its length and several springs along the trail. The start of the hike is only a 20-minute walk from Hadassah Ein Kerem.

Visit Tel Hazor & Korazim National Parks

This visit is also great when combined with a light afternoon hike or a water hike in one of the North’s streams.

Tel Hazor & Korazim

Shavuot: Hikes, trips, activities for the holiday

Shavuot this year is in mid-May, in the heart of spring, so on almost any hike we’ll enjoy warm and pleasant weather.

RIDING HIGH at Rancho Menis.

Jerusalem rabbi under investigation after teenage yeshiva student drowns

The student reportedly jumped into the waters of Nahal Prat and drowned, undergoing extensive CPR before being evacuated by helicopter.

United Hatzalah EMTs arrive at the scene of a drowning in Nahal Prat, April 5, 2021.

Pandemic inspirations - Tuesday tiyulim & Wednesday walks

These brief excursions have made all the difference in getting through the pandemic.

EMEK HA’ARAZIM playground.