With the natural world as our synagogue, Adventure Rabbi creates meaningful and relevant Judaism. We specialize in expedition-style learning for children and teens as well as outdoor retreat experiences for adults. We also offer online learning, to reduce our carbon footprint and increase access.
After B'nai Mitzvah (kids studied online and ceremony was in person) :
"This whole experience surpassed all of our expectations. I broke down in tears as the ceremony started, filled with so much emotion that this vision of the perfect beach-side Bar and Bat Mitzvah for Wolfe and Harper and our interfaith family was coming to fruition and was even more magical than I could have ever conjured. Joe [my non-Jewish husband] told me afterward how your words and approach felt so inclusive for him and his family." -Dana Hudepohl
After Rosh Hashanah Retreat:
"Yesterday morning was special in so many ways, and I took so many things out of yesterday that I commit to remembering as the year goes on:
- Resilience - that concept
- Change as an opportunity for new beginnings
- Change cannot happen all at once
- We each have "vote" and "veto" privileges
- And...what I committed to throw away (and figure out how to do it!)
So thank you for a good dose of introspection, emotion and remembering why we decided to join you." -Melynn Sight
After Passover Retreat in Moab
"I'd love to share an excerpt from an article I just wrote about you: "From arms constantly extended to help those in need to traverse the rugged terrain, to a superwoman rabbi hauling her guitar and portable PA to add an extra level of beauty and art into the experience, to a one-of-a-kind marriage proposal by a brave man in front of a group of friends and strangers surrounded by a Torah scroll held up by the whole group in a circle, this experience was nothing short of transcendent. The struggle of the hike was neutralized by the power of the community. The discomfort of sitting on the ground for the Seder meal was canceled out by the gorgeous rock formations and red river in the background. The Adventure was the triumph of the mind over hardship, the combining of personalized experiences woven together for an even holier group initiative."
- Scott Bratt
After a Bat Mitzvah
"I just wanted to thank you again for leading us through this wonderful process with Meghan. Mary and I are so grateful for your amazing program, your leadership, and the talented people that you have found to work with you. Our friends and family were very complimentary of Meghan's Bat Mitzvah and they felt a part of it, not just like spectators at an event. Your inclusiveness, personal stories about Meghan, and calm vibe created the perfect atmosphere for Meghan's day. Thanks so much -- we are happy, pleased, and very, very proud parents." - Wendy Gram
With the natural world as our synagogue, Adventure Rabbi (a.k.a. Adventure Judaism) creates a meaningful and relevant Judaism for today and tomorrow, through communal physical, intellectual, spiritual, and ritual learning experiences in the out-of-doors.
We specialize in expedition-style learning for children and teens as well as outdoor retreat experiences for adults. We also offer online learing opportunites, which reduce our carbon footprint and make us accessible to more students.
Adventure Rabbi, now known as Adventure Judaism, offers a new style of congregational community
we offer a cutting-edge model of synagogue-life appropriate for 21st century Judaism. Gone are the days when Jews felt obligated to belong to a synagogue. Today, 70% of American Jews do not belong to a congregation.
In fact, many Jews today don't feel obliged by Judaism at all. Judaism has become a choice and if the religion does not enhance and enrich our lives, if Judaism is not relevant, meaningful and accessible, many of us opt out completely.
In 2001, Rabbi Jamie Korngold, launched the Adventure Rabbi program with the goal of putting meaning back into Judaism. Her vision grew into what today is called Adventure Judaism, reaching people all over the world. Why? Because we met people where they are (often literally hiking or skiing) and show them how Judaism can enhance their lives, without having to give up their weekends or making big pledges. Through our activities and community, adults and kids come to love Judaism.
We teach age old Jewish concepts like taking some time off each week and stop trying to be perfect, but we teach them in a modern context. We climb mountains, go skiing, play the guitar and sing around a campfire. We have thoughtful discussions and debates based on a scientific and rational view of the world. (We have lots of physicists and rocket scientists in our congregation.)
We don't simply teach Bar and Bat Mitzvah students Hebrew; we teach them the relationship skills, based on Jewish teachings, that they need to become responsible and happy teenagers. We present Judaism in a way that fits into modern American life.
Our programs are in sync with what Jews in America seek.
Organization name
Adventure Rabbi
other names
Adventure Rabbi Trips
2001
Tax id (EIN)
51-0484087
Category
Religion-Related
Organization Size
Medium Organization
Address
825 S. Broadway St #10Headquarters
825 S Broadway St #10Boulder County, CO, US
US
Denver, CO, US
Moab, UT, US, 84532