Up North

Today, we got to explore and discuss the beauty and complicated political climate of the Golan in the north of Israel. We left the kibbutz in search of natural beauty which we found during our morning hike, Zavitan. We jumped over streams, scaled mountains and became breathless at a water overlook. We then drove and discovered more Israeli food during an independant lunch.

After, we came inside to explore Olea Essence, an olive press where they produce olive oil and skin care products using the natural vitamins the olives have to offer. Our final drive was to Mount Bental where we looked over the borders of Syria, Lebanon and Egypt while discussing the difficult decisions Israel faces in the Golan. We finally came back to the kibbutz where we finished with dinner and a group activity about Jewish identity.

Love from Israel,

Tovah and Shira

Now, here's what some of our participants had to say:

"As someone who loves history, I really appreciated the lesson on Israel/ Syrian relations. Our discussion gave me new profound perspectives that differ from person to person." - Gabriel Levy

"To be in the North where there is so much conflict right outside of Israel, made today very real and interesting." - Aaron Freeman

"I thought it was very cool learn about the conflict in Syria. Especially looking out from Mount Bental made me realize how close to home the conflict really is."' - Adam Miller