Israel Nature and Parks Authority

A new wildlife bridge to be built over Highway 6

The National Planning and Building Council approved a Nature and Parks Authority plan for a green bridge over Highway 6 near Ma'ahaz Interchange to connect endangered mountain gazelle populations.

|ByMEITAL SHARABI
Wildlife overpass above Highway 6.
Dusky shark found dead on the beach in Hadera

Sharks return to Hadera coast as Israel Nature and Parks Authority warns swimmers to stay away

Sharks gather near the Hadera power plant annually between November and May, with the group typically numbering several dozen individuals.

|ByYOAV ETIEL
Israeli conservationists work to preserve the Beit Alfa mosaic in northern Israel, November 6, 2026.

Preserving an ancient mosaic: Israeli specialists gather to conserve 1,500-year-old synagogue floor

Beit Alfa’s ancient synagogue was built during the Byzantine period, at the end of the fifth century CE, approximately 1,500 years ago. The mosaic floor was discovered in 1928.

|ByMIRIAM SELA-EITAM
From right to left: Dr. Steve Kutno, Director of Muss High School Israel in Hod Hasharon, Shiloh Attoun, and Adam William Asper from the Israel Antiquities Authority.

American teenager finds 3,300-year-old scarab amulet during school trip to ancient Canaanite city

Professor Ido Koch of Tel Aviv University’s Archaeology and Ancient Near Eastern Cultures Department examined the amulet, dating the seal to the Late Bronze Age.

|ByMIRIAM SELA-EITAM

Hike of the Month - Along Israel's Mediterranean coast

On these routes you will find magical picnic spots and scenic beach strips, perfect for a sunset walk.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2018ByEREZ SPEISER
Dor Habonim beach by Lahav Center

Hike of the Month - The Jordan River Tributaries

The Jordan River tributaries offer both "wet" and "dry" hikes.

AUGUST 2, 2018ByEREZ SPEISER
Snir Stream

Terror 'fire falcon' found dead in national park near Gaza Strip

The common kestrel was found hanging in a tree with flammable material connected to its harness.

JULY 17, 2018ByJONATHAN WEBER ROSEN
INPA and Gilad Gabai, July 17, 2018.

Hike of the Month - Betiha (Bet Tsayda) Valley

Water Hikes involve walking long stretches inside the stream-bed either wading or swimming.

JULY 4, 2018ByEREZ SPEISER
Majrase in the Betiha Valley

Walking 1,100 kilometers in someone else's shoes

Aryeh Green has hiked the Israel Trail and now takes the reader with him.

MAY 24, 2018ByYAKIR FELDMAN
FOR EIGHT weeks the author, Aryeh Green, walked across the State of Israel, rain or shine.

How to sweeten the new year: A plethora of family-friendly activities

The Tel Aviv Farm is inviting the public to an agricultural Rosh Hashana celebration.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017ByMEITAL SHARABI
Hitch a ride with a camel caravan at Kfar Hanokdim.