Forest

WATCH: Fire breaks out in Haruvit Forest near Kiryat Malachi, arson suspected

The blaze follows a large residential building fire which broke out in Jerusalem's haredi (ultra-Orthodox) Mea She'arim neighborhood on Wednesday, damaging several Torah scrolls.

Firefighting squadron practice. May 14, 2019; Illustrative.
Forest therapy

New study: This simple thing may reduce stress, anxiety and depression

A satellite image shows smoke from wildfires in Oregon, Washington state and the Canadian province of British Columbia drifting eastward in North America, July 24, 2026.

British Columbia declares state of emergency as fast-growing wildfire forces evacuations

Ayalon Canada Park after the fire.

Ancient olive trees damaged in wildfires given new life, rehabilitated into bonsai trees


Over two dozen new species discovered in Peruvian forest

Scientists discovered over two dozen new species in Peru's Amazon rainforest, including a semi-aquatic mouse and three other previously unknown mammals, during a 2022 expedition.

 A new species of semi-aquatic mouse.

KKL-JNF: Preserving and Protecting Israel’s Forests

KKL-JNF invests significant efforts to rehabilitate Israel’s forests, fostering the physical and emotional recovery of Israeli society while offering hope and healing during these difficult times.

 Fires in northern Israel

Beyond sacrifice: Honoring Druze heroes and rebuilding hope

Since the outbreak of the war, KKL-JNF has been working on behalf of the Druze community to provide assistance to families that have been affected by the war in Israel’s North.

A tree-planting ceremony at the Ahihud Forest, at the Sheikh Amin Tarif Memorial Site, organized by KKL-JNF

Healing in the forest: Protecting Israel’s green hub for a sustainable future - opinion

Over the years, many studies have shown that spending time in nature, particularly in forests, contributes to mental and physical well-being, brings joy, and helps achieve peace of mind.

 AN ACCESSIBLE TRAIL for emotional therapy at Nahal Hashofet Park: The recovery process for the writer’s husband was long and painful, but one of the things that most helped him recover, both physically and mentally, says the writer, was walking in the forest.

As Israel’s north battles Hezbollah, KKL-JNF works under fire to protect forests and communities 

Hezbollah’s attacks are setting forests, fields, and communities on fire daily. Keren Kayemeth LeIsrael - Jewish National Fund is providing crucial staff, trucks and equipment. It needs support

  KKL-JNF Foresters

WATCH: 'This is how the Israel-Hamas war is impacting the environment'

KKL-JNF Chief Forester Gilad Ostrovsky discusses how the war has impacted Israel’s forests.

 Gilad Ostrovsky, Chief Forester for Keren Kayemeth LeIsrael-Jewish National Fund

‘Restore the greenery – connect to the land’

KKL-JNF’s Planting Week, part of Tu Bishvat celebrations, was held this year in a special spirit of remembrance – against the background of fierce fighting on Israel’s borders.

 ‘IT WILL be green again’: Planting in the Re’im picnic area in the KKL-JNF Be’eri Forest.

WATCH: IDF strikes targets in Gaza amid border riots, incendiary balloons

The last time incendiary balloons caused a fire in the Gaza border region was in September 2021.

Smoke rises following an Israeli air strike in Gaza Strip August 28, 2020

KKL-JNF: Over 120 years of the realization of the Zionist vision in Israel

The organization has three important divisions: Planning, Resource Development, and Education – that are among the many areas in which KKL-JNF is working actively for the benefit of Israel.

 CHILDREN PLAY in the Ben Shemen Forest

WATCH: 'We are confronting extreme climate events'

KKL-JNF Chief Scientist Doron Markel discusses how KKL-JNF is fighting the climate crisis

 Dr. Doron Markel