For the Sea, For Us

The Sea Trail (Shvil-HaYam) is a continuous 240 km hiking route along Israel’s Mediterranean coastline, stretching from Rosh HaNikra to Zikim. This unique environmental , social, educational, and tourism initiative offers hikers with a rich experience that blends nature, history, and culture, while providing direct encounters with the diverse ecosystems along Israel’s shores. Each stop along the trail reveals a specific story, diverse experiences, and ever-changing coastal landscapes, while creating an innovative platform for eco-educational tourism. The trail also fosters collaboration among local communities, authorities and educational institutions, raising awareness about preserving Israel’s natural and historical resources.

To advance these goals, the Shvil-HaYam educational program offers structured classroom lesson plans alongside ideas for creative field projects. Through hands-on learning experiences, students gain a deeper understanding of the connection between people and the environment. This special program offers a unique opportunity to turn education into an engaging and meaningful adventure.

The program was developed with the support of the Mediterranean Sea Trails Research Center at the University of Haifa and the Israeli Ministry of Environmental Protection (2025).

For more information about the Sea Trail, click here.

 

Downloadable Teaching Materials

'For the Sea, For Us' Lesson Plan

The 'For the Sea, For Us' lesson plan is designed for elementary and middle school students. Using a combination of visual presentation and interactive group games, it helps students connect with the different stops along the Sea Trail and learn about topics such as ecology, geography, history, and culture.

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Activity Presentation

A classroom presentation accompanying the first part of the 'For the Sea, For Us' lesson plan

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Trail Activity, Section 8 HaBonim-Dor

Suggested Activity on Trail Section 8 between HaBonim Beach to Dor Beache .

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Adopt a Trail Segment

Student-Led Project Ideas for Adopting Trail Segments

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'A Minute on the Sea Trail' video gallery

A Minute on the Sea Trail: Shavei Zion Beach

Welcome to the Sea Trail – a route that connects nature, culture, and history along Israel's beautiful coastline. The trail is free and open to everyone - perfect fro families and avid hikers. This video is part of "A Minute on the Sea Trail" series. In each video we explore a new spot and discover the natural beauty surrounding us. This time, we are visiting Shavei Zion Beach in the second section of the Sea Trail! For the sea – For Us.

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A Minute on the Sea Trail: The Atlit Salt Pools

Welcome to the Sea Trail – a route that connects nature, culture, and history along Israel's beautiful coastline. The trail is free and open to everyone - perfect fro families and avid hikers. This video is part of "A Minute on the Sea Trail" series. In each video we explore a new spot and discover the natural beauty surrounding us. This time, we are visiting the Atlit Salt Pools in the seventh section of the Sea Trail! For the sea – For Us.

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A Minute for the Sea: Galim Beach Nature Reserve

Welcome to the Sea Trail – a route that connects nature, culture, and history along Israel's beautiful coastline. The trail is free and open to everyone - perfect fro families and avid hikers. This video is part of "A Minute on the Sea Trail" series. In each video we explore a new spot and discover the natural beauty surrounding us. This time, we are visiting the Galim Beach Nature Reserve on the Carmel Coast in the sixth section of the Sea Trail! For the sea – For Us.

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A Minute for the Sea: Bezet Stream Estuary and Rosh Hanikra-Achziv Marine Reserve

Welcome to the Sea Trail – a route that connects nature, culture, and history along Israel's beautiful coastline. The trail is free and open to everyone - perfect fro families and avid hikers. This video is part of "A Minute on the Sea Trail" series. In each video we explore a new spot and discover the natural beauty surrounding us. This time, we are visiting the Bezet Stream Estuary and Rosh HaNikra-Achziv Marine Reserve in the first section of the Sea Trail! For the sea – For Us.

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A Minute for the Sea: Northern Bay Beach in Atlit

Welcome to the Sea Trail – a route that connects nature, culture, and history along Israel's beautiful coastline. The trail is free and open to everyone - perfect fro families and avid hikers. This video is part of "A Minute on the Sea Trail" series. In each video we explore a new spot and discover the natural beauty surrounding us. This time, we are visiting the Northern Bay Beach and Atlit Fortress in the seventh section of the Sea Trail! For the sea – For Us.

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وحدة تعليمية "مسار البحر، من أجلنا "

وحدة تعليمية " مسار البحر، من أجلنا " لطلاب المرحلة الابتدائية والإعدادية.
من خلال عرض تقديمي وورشات لعب جماعي، تتيح الوحدة للطلاب التواصل مع المحطات المختلفة على طول المسار، والتعرف على مواضيع متنوعة مثل البيئة، والجغرافيا، والتاريخ، والثقافة المرتبطة بالمسار.

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عرض تقديمي مرافق للنشاط

عرض تقديمي للتقديم داخل الصف، مرافق للجزء الأول من وحدة التعليمية " مسار البحر، من أجلنا".

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أنشطة على طول المسار، المقطع الثامن هبونيم- تل البرج \ دور

اقتراح لأنشطة على المسار في المقطع رقم 8 بين شاطئ هبونيم وشاطئ دور- تل البرج.

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مشروع تبنّي مسار

اقتراحات لمشاريع بقيادة الطلاب لتبنّي مقاطع من المسار

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