Trail Notes – Yam el Yam (Sea to Sea)
A 3 to 4 day trek from the Mediterranean Sea to the Kinneret (Sea of Galili), across northern Israel. The whole journey lasts 75-80 km. There are several options to divide […]
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Hof HaSharon Nature Reserve
An easy 2 Km hike along the Mediterranean coastline. This short hike is perfect for a picnic with kids, an afternoon stroll, or sunset. The cliffs are breathtaking but prone […]
Moments Flowing By
Moments continuously flow by, passing before we realized they were even there. This photo was taken during our trek from the Mediterranean Sea to the Sea of Galilee, a journey […]
Zion Mountain Ranch
A wonderful place to stay: cabins overlooking the wide open fields of Utah and buffalo roaming past. Zion Mountain Ranch Address: 9065 Utah 9, Zion National Park, UT 84755 Phone: […]
In Indonesia: Climbing Its Highest Volcanoes
by Ailin Mao Since last month, I am proud to state that I have climbed Indonesia’s three highest volcanoes, namely Gunung Kerinci in Sumatra (3805 metres), Gunung Rinjani in Lombok […]
Awaiting Departure
After the bags are packed, repacked, and triple checked you still cannot help but fidget with the straps and buckles. My mind wanders, dreaming of the snow-capped mountains, a range […]
The Battle with Time
Fun Fact Most countries in the world use 1-hour standard deviations between time zones. Of course, there are rebel countries, which include: Newfoundland, India, Iran, Afghanistan, Venezuela, Burma, Marquesas, and part […]
The Tallest Mountain – Up For Debate
Fun Fact: If you think Mount Everest is the tallest mountain in the world, you are wrong!!! Well, sorta. Mount Everest, at 29,029 ft. (8,848 m) has the highest elevation […]
Water Purification Methods
Sadly, the days of freshly melted snow filling the streams with clean, crisp, and drinkable water are gone. When outdoors it is no longer possible to be sure that water […]
First Aid Kit
Let’s hope you will never need it, but if you do not have it… Well, let’s not reflect on Murphy’s Law. Just bring it! Building your own kit from scratch can […]
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