| Location: | Carmel \ Ramot Menashe \ Ben Shemen Forest |
| Activity duration: | About three hours |
| Activity days: | Sunday – Thursday Friday – Saturday |
| Instructions: | Ben Salzman |
Going out into nature together, discovering, gathering and cooking from the earth
There's something that happens to children (and adults too) when they go out into the field.
The pace changes. Curiosity is aroused. Hands touch the ground.
The family foraging trip invites you to a shared experience of walking in a green forest, encountering flowing water, getting to know edible wild plants — and cooking a shared meal from the nature around us.
This is not just an activity in nature.
This is an opportunity to stop for a moment, be together, and let children learn through movement, touch, taste, and experience.
Where is the trip taking place?
3 excellent areas (chosen according to the season and abundance found):
- Ramot Menashe
- South Mount Carmel
- Ben Shemen Forest
The area combines shady forest, comfortable walking trails, and open spaces.
What does the experience include?
Family walking trip in the forest
We begin with a leisurely walk suitable for families with children.
During the trip we will meet:
• Green forest paths that are comfortable for walking
• Nature stops along the way
• Nature games and shared observation
• Time for questions and curiosity from children and parents
• A relaxed walking pace that allows for a true connection to family and nature
A trip to gather – the central part of the experience
During the walk, we will enter the world of collecting in a safe, responsible and experiential way.
How does a collection trip work?
I teach participants:
✔ How to identify edible wild plants
✔ How to collect responsibly and safely
✔ How to understand the balance between using nature and preserving it
The activity is carried out in small groups, with a lot of attention to the children and the environment.
What plants will we collect?
The collection varies by season, and usually includes common and safe wild plants such as:
• Hubiza
• Wild mustard
• Nettle (with proper guidance and guidance)
• Wild keeper
• Za'atar and other herbs
The emphasis on the trip is on getting to know the plant, smelling it, touching it, and tasting it.
And what do you cook together in nature?
After gathering, we will set up a pleasant field camp and prepare a meal together from the plants we collected.
We usually prepare:
• Pita bread on the saj
• Simple stuffed wild leaves
• Seasonal field stew from the harvested plants
• Sambusk for gatherings
• Fresh herbal tea from the field
Cooking is done together — children and parents participate, learn, and enjoy the process.
Who is the trip suitable for?
✔ Families with children
✔ Families looking for quality time together
✔ Even for those who are not used to long trips
✔ No prior knowledge of collecting is required
✔ Suitable for a variety of ages
Duration of activity
About 4–5 hours
At a relaxed and flexible pace depending on the group.
Children learn through experience.
Food prepared together in nature brings people together.
Walking together creates conversation and memories that last.
This is a trip that connects:
nature
movement
eater
curiosity
And a true family bond
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you need experience in picking?
No. All training is provided during the activity.
Is the trip suitable for small children?
Yes. The route is suitable for families and includes stops along the way.
Is the activity safe?
Yes. The collection is carried out only with known and safe plants and with full guidance.
What should I bring?
An equipment list will be sent after registration.
