Friday, July 18, 2014

Thursday 17th July: Water Hike & Chocolate Day

Our day began with the Hatsbani River water hike in Nachal Snir. The hike took us through water, over stones and tree roots, past waterfalls and rushing water. At times the water reached our knees and at points we had to use handholds to ensure we didn't slip. We had a lot of fun and learnt about the longest of the Jordan River tributaries.

We had a falafel making lunch where we made our own falafel and pita and learnt how to put together the perfect falafel lunch. We realised just how skilled the Chefs in Sami's really are.

We then visited the De Karina chocolate factory where we heard about the family and their dream, had a tour of the factory and got to make our own chocolate.


We continued the day at the Mount Bental observation point, where we had amazing views of Mount Hermon and the Golan region, and we learnt a bit about the history of this area and how because it’s extremely high, it is a place of major strategic importance to Israel. It was hard to believe that this same mountain which we were on in the summer becomes a popular ski resort in the winter

We had an informative and great day!

Sophie Rubner: "I really enjoyed today, espeically eating all the chocolate and the chocolate fight at the factory."









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