[information in english is a little out of date - we hope to get to it soon.]

in hebrew we have one word for choosing life, rewilding and connection: all three: חיבּוּר khibur.

our hiking trips are an experience which allows deep encounters and therefore opportunities for khibur.

the hiking and gathering are background to really meeting ourselves and other beings as an equal and inseparable part of nature.

we call ourselves "lah-kah-tim meh-tai-lim" or wander gatherers.

how to join a trip

1. read this page in its entirety (verifying your readiness for the journey and avoiding unnecessary surprises).
2. sign up here (follow the link)
3. if there's space, we will send you an invitation to connect to the trip.
4. complete and return your words of connection in time and we will hold your spot.

what to expect

everything we need is here and now already. there's no good, no bad, there is.
it is unadvisable to have any expectations (in life in general)... but if you're having some.. either expect the best without attachment or expect the worst and then everything that turns out will be "good".
more experienced participants are happy to assist the less experienced - and the new gatherers come with a fresh mind that sees things that a "used" mind doesn't.
the trips allow us the choice to trust in life - trust is the channel of love and persistent participants often experience significant improvements in every field of life: being more present with life, in their physical and emotional well being, in breaking addictions and pattern behavior, in their relationship with food, in the way they deal with hardship and pain and fear, in their intimate relationships...
another way to look at it is to simply expect to fast the entire trip (which isn't a bad idea and makes a good prep-exercise for these trips) and then anything that will be found is a positive surprise.
we walk up to 12 kilometers a day - usually a lot less - but be prepared for it - especially if you or your kids are not used to walking.
people who participated in several trips notice that each one is unique and stands by itself. the ingredients constantly change - the season and weather change, we start each time in a different place and the route is not decided in advance. even when we think we know a place from last year.. drought, cows, boars, fires can change these places unrecognizably.
and of course, each participant is a very unique creature which creates an even more unique tribal social organism.
photos, menus, and impressions from past trips can be read here. (but again, do no expect anything as each wandering is different and unique).

prepare & rehearse beforehand

imagine an orchestra: each musician practices at home before coming to the general rehearsal. if a musician comes unprepared the whole orchestra will have to wait for him until he practices his fingerings and gets familiar with his tunes. the main advantage of wandering in a group is the ability to play together - please come prepared, especially if this is one of your first times.
the following are several exercises you can do in order to make "your jump into the water" less of a shock and more joyful. it is recommended you start practice well in advance. go easy on yourself and have fun with it. when the day of wandering comes it will be easier than practicing because you will be in a much more supportive environment (it is much easier to eat fruits and leaves and seeds when that is all that there is and that is what everybody else is doing - but it is preferable to do so out of joy and not out of force).

who's responsible?

each participants takes 100% full responsibility for themselves and for their children

. the organizers facilitate the experience and are interested in you having a positive experience but there are no promises on their part. these hikes are intentionally designed as unofficial hikes among friends in a friendly atmosphere. walking and sleeping outdoors, swimming, honesty and transparency, and yes, also foraging food and water from nature.. all these involve natural risks and participants might get hurt - including physical injuries and even death. people who choose to join are aware of these risks, they take these risks upon themselves, despite the risks. this means that participants who are interested in insurance independently seek such coverage.

this means that whoever is interested in first-aid equipment, brings it with them.

except one mobile phone (which is left off, and is for outgoing calls on emergencies) there is no equipment that is brought by the organizers for public use.

how much does it cost?

at the end of each wild wandering - each participant contributes as much as s/he feels right in their heart. we believe that if each person will contribute as much as s/he can, we will receive everything we need. in this spirit we accept from you whatever you can contribute. your attendance is more important than your donation and is part of your contribution.

participants who choose to contribute with money are giving a positive energy boost to the organizers, who invest countless of hours in making this experience possible. it also helps in covering office and other expenses, for past and future wanderings.

if you choose to hitchhike, you have the cost of gas-sharing (which is optional around here.. this will change as gas prices go up) otherwise there is the cost of public transportation.

that is all.

what do i bring? what do i leave at home?

bring as little as possible.

we repeat - as little as possible!.

(in principle one can bring nothing, participants so far have yet to try this but are well aware of the possibility)

food

parents who come with children that do not nurse - if you feel ready and strong yourself but that your child isn't - you will need to practice with the child before hand. children tend to express their resistance more vocally - but if start preparing with them, spending most of the time outdoors, eating what there is rather than "what they feel like", and experience this kind of freedom and joy.. children usually have easier time adjusting then adults.

what to wear

recommended equipment

in the hot season:

in the colder season:

kids:

do not bring

continue to faq: frequently asked questions