Checklist

  1. Sunblock - Preferably waterproof, at least 34 SPF
  2. Water - At least 1.5 liters per person.
  3. Hat - Preferably one which will cover the head and forehead (e.g., baseball cap or sun hat) and thus protect against sunstroke. Radiation in Israel is much stronger than in the US and head covering should be worn at all times between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
  4. Comfortable walking shoes - Good shoes are strongly recommended for tiyulim on uneven surfaces, and for descending and climbing. I strongly urge my clients not to wear crocs on tiyulim. Hiking boots or water shoes are necessary for specially marked tiyulim.
  5. Swimming - If young children who cannot swim are traveling with you, be sure to pack an inflatable tube and/or water-wings for each non-swimmer.
  6. Miscellaneous - (optional) Needle and thread, plastic bags for wet suit/water shoes, sucking candies, extra pair of socks, fanny-pack, backpack, waterproof camera, spare glasses etc.