

Hikes Near Jerusalem – 6 Hikes Around the Holy City
Just because you’re in the Holy City doesn’t mean you can’t hit the trail. The area around Jerusalem contains some of the most vastly forested and beautiful scenery in the country.

Holot Nitzanim – Sand Surfing to the Beach
My kids took turns executing running jumps from the top of the high dunes, knowing that they would land in the soft sand below. They trudged slowly up the sand hill, then ran down as fast as momentum could carry them.

Yam El Yam Day 1 – Nahal Kziv
Neon blue dragonflies flitted from one trailing vine to the next. It felt like we were in a jungle stream, somewhere in South America.

On Hiking, Travel, and Love of Country
We notice every small feature of the landscape, and our hearts are touched by the beauty.

Awaiting the Yoreh (First Rains) after Simchat Torah
How does one determine the official Yoreh?
Hey there! I’m Susannah, and I love exploring the great outdoors. I live with my family right outside of Jerusalem. I hope that my pursuit of the next nearby adventure will help you with yours!




































