 After
brief introductions, we hike at a moderate pace for approximately
an hour. (Round trip hike time approx. 2 hours) As we hike
up the trail, we have time to chat and get to know each other.
On Adventure Rabbi hikes you will discover a group of fascinating
and inspirational people, eager to meet new people and explore
their Judaism in unique ways.
Occasionally during the hike,
we take a break to catch our breath and admire the view. Rabbi
Korngold often adds a natural history lesson, a reading from
Jewish text, or commentary on the theology of ecology (how
to experience God's presence in the wilderness).
Halfway through the hike, we
pause for a half-hour service. The service is filled with
familiar prayers and songs, accompanied by nature readings
from Jewish tradition.
 Rabbi
Korngold often shares a teaching from the weekly Torah portion
and discusses the power of observing Shabbat, the day of rest,
outdoors.
Toward the end of the service,
we take a few moments of quiet introspection. It is a chance
for each of us to contemplate the sounds, smells and sights
of the wilderness around us.
After a bit of chocolate, we
return an hour hike down the trail, always arriving at or
before our posted ending time. |
