This! Summer certainly is here, And do not tell us stories. Have you noticed that in recent years have gone transitional season? No more fall and spring. Pouring rain grueling heat wave, And so on. So we have just two weeks to take advantage of the days of innocence exception of picnics in nature before we have been shut air conditioners. The huge fires ongoing heat wave, I'm picking you hand picked the most magical places, Favorite picnics or just a trip to the great outdoors. So you packed a basket, Mat and hat, And go to merge with our beautiful land. Do not forget to look around at the amazing flowering, Up on the special birds that afflicted these days our country (My garden is full of them), Down, The colorful insects, Not to step on them accidentally.

Cedars Biria Forest, Image - Yaffa Raziel, Ynet website

Northern Region

1. Odem Beautiful – One of the places I love in Golan Heights. Odem Forest is a remnant of the forest that once covered most of the Golan Heights. The forest stretches from an altitude of 800 M to 1200 Meters above sea level. A natural wood, Ie not plant it although man had a role in forming. Forest discovered a special natural phenomenon called Big Juba – From the crater and Hackney. You will also find Dima orchids in bloom in spring. More information and directions you will find Here.

2. Biria Forest – East towards the slopes of Safed, Rosh Pina and Hatzor, You will find the Biria Forest with Biriya Fortress. Huge forest with gardens, Springs, An ancient synagogue, Lime pit, The tombs of the rich flora, Scenic routes and hiking trails along with parks and lookouts. A beautiful place and suitable for a family trip range, With stopping places arranged. Check details and history will find Here.

As postcard: Observation Odem Forest and Lake Ram

Memory-Binyamina-Givat Ada

3. Reserve Aloni Yitzhak – One of the really most beautiful places in the country is an area of ​​Binyamina, Givat Ada, Givat Nili. “Little formation” He nickname, And the scenery is breathtaking. There are several areas where magical. You can read it and decide what you connect more The following link. I would suggest that we move them all, Maybe not in one day, But you turn around there for a while with the vehicle before you get settled in with the picnic. Simply amazing.

4. The generous level gardens – The same area, A gorgeous natural park that offers visitors a variety of entertainment options and fun. Circular hiking paths, The adjusted levels of difficulty, Marked area. The paths pass Mediterranean landscape, And along spectacular observation points, Ancient settlement sites, Hidden Spring, And acclimatization cage for birds of prey, Aims to facilitate the preservation of ancient living landscape of the Land of Israel. At the spring you will find a shaded area with seating for a picnic. You will not want to leave. Here Link to website.

The generous level gardens, Great place

5. Forest trees – Coming home really develop an amazing nature reserve of forest trees. Sharon grows in Pele unique timber garden, Unparalleled in Israel. 750 Tree species growing side by side and represent a huge selection of places around the world. African tree, Eucalyptus trees, Needle trees Australians, High casuarinas trees form a circle with a diameter of approximately 8 m, And a visit there leaves a special feeling. Simple, More experienced no such thing. Walking trails are only about an hour to three, And certainly there are places to picnic. Try to see. While you're here, תקפצו לבקר אותי 🙂

6. Swimming forest – Hadera Forest – Swimming forest is on the old road from Tel Aviv-Hadera (Route’ 4). Reference to the pool is occupied dirt road to the west, Departing from the train station “Generation”, Located south of Hadera. When coming from the south, Please bring Hadera, Square, Then make a U-turn back. Swimming forest is the last remnants of marshes room was here a few decades ago. You should visit the place especially in late winter and early spring. This is one of the most beautiful and pleasant open center of the country to make it a picnic with the kids. Great pool attracts thousands of birds, including cormorants, Coots and Sikskim and plenty of vegetation covering it like a carpet of green. Here is a simple Palestine nature at its best. Info Express History, Here.

Forest trees, 750 Types of trees from around the world
Swimming forest in Hadera Forest, A magical place for lovers

Jerusalem area

7. Kennedy (Forest Aminadav) – Kennedy first arrived at precisely picnic by the company where I worked, But since I was an organizer of the event I was happy to get to know him first. Those of you who regularly bike riders know the place safe cycling routes, But there are quite a few springs, The most beautiful agricultural terraces in Israel, And the remnants of orchards. Kennedy is a remarkable monument commemorates the memory of John Fitzgerald Kennedy, President of the United States who was murdered in November 1963. A large part of the appeal Kennedy Memorial is the site where it is located – Head isolated mountain that rises 823 Meters above sea level. Before departing for a trip, You should encompass walked Kennedy, And enjoy the amazing view around, Including the Judean Hills, Mount Hebron and”window” From the coast, One could look on the bright Ashdod. Equal.

8. Stef Ein Hemed – Sataf green is a quiet corner in the heart of Jerusalem hills. You will find a beautiful spring bathing, And beautiful spots for a picnic. Steph will continue to park Ein Hemed, Among the most beautiful in Jerusalem, With a Crusader fortress, Mountain View, stream, And wide green lawns. Excellent for families. Here are some nice tracks in the region. Just select.

Eye Sataf, Jerusalem, Springs for body and soul

Hi south to Eilat

9. Lake Yeruham – Exaggeration to recognize northern Negev mountains, woods and artificial body of water in the desert. This Lake Yeruham. After a decade of neglect was placed on the outskirts of the town of Yeruham sewage treatment plant lake who gives life, And you can go south and visit the place. Where the crocuses bloom in winter charming, But they do not survive the summer heat. The artificial lake Oasis has become a spectacular and inviting for picnics. From where you can go on a trip to the Great Crater.

10. Sapir Park – If you decide to go south to Eilat, And want to stop on the way to some relaxation ride, Sapir Park is the place. A nice place to stop for a rest: Green spot in the desert, Center lake and ducks swam, Lawns and sculpture park - almost a mirage. More about “Secret secret valley” Here.

Lake Yeruham restored
Sapir Park, "סוד העמק הנעלם"

And to have a good understanding on what birds I'm talking about (My new tenants lately garden), I really like them, Yes Yes, I developed a relationship – Here you have some photos up close.

Thrush release, Running around all day and chirps endlessly, Photo Tours website
Sunbird Male, Come, Food and walks, Photo - Alon Friedman
Eurasian Jay, Hanging out with the whole family organized groups model

So go ahead and pack yourself a weekend near, Or Independence Day and take a break fun. I'm sending kisses and Saturday of peace.