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Ein Gedi Reserve, Israel
This wasn’t any ordinary hike. We were 1,300 feet below sea level in a canyon oasis carved out by the Nahal David, a seven-mile trickle of a stream with biblical proportions. It was here that David sought protection in the Rocks of the Wild Goats from the murderous intentions of King Saul. There was no trace of David or King Saul on that June afternoon, but we did encounter herds of wild ibex, traversing the near-vertical canyon walls surrounding us.…
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Ramot Ranch, Golan Heights, Israel
Horseback riding in the Golan Heights was one of the most terrifying and exhilarating experiences of my life to date. Can you believe I’d never been on a horse before? Same for Charles. Our guide, Uri, at Ramot Ranch selected Whisper for me—a seal brown gelding who behaved like a teenager who had just passed his driving test. He wanted to be the first in line no matter how low I held the reins. Thankfully, about halfway through the ride,…
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Old City, Jerusalem, Israel
I recently returned from a two week mission adventure to Israel, and it was an experience like no other. Naturally, I’ve been asked by friends and family what I loved most, and I find it difficult to respond. Spending so much time immersed in the history and culture of the Holy Land was mind-blowing. It’s hard to choose favorites when I loved just about everything that crossed my senses. I will say, however, that the afternoon I spent exploring the…
