Jewish Singles and Adventure Travel 2010 Vail, New Orleans Meaningful Experience, Chicago, DC, LA Events

Great events for Jewish singles and people interested in Jewish adventure travel.

 

From: Robin Richman - Steppin' Out  robin@steppinoutadventures.com 

 

Steppin' Out Adventures

 

 

HELP FOR HAITI People's generosity to help the devastation in Haiti has been remarkable. Millions raised. Keep it up! The tragedy is horrific. There are many legitimate organizations raising money to help. There is a comprehensive list of all different types of opportunities to help at CNN, details here.  Pharmacists are needed for 2 week stints in the Dominican Republic. For information, contact Kathleen Kelly at the Global Action Foundation kathy@jkdskelly.com We are very excited to be getting involved in local events and establishing some great partnerships. FINAL CALL: Ski trip registration closes January 31st. Last chance for Southern Brazil and Caribbean Cruises. See right column. International Volunteer Network of Chicago One of my colleagues has started an amazing new organization that's all about networking and volunteering. The focus of IVNC is to involve and inform business professionals and Chicago's diplomatic corps on community service and volunteerism opportunities by hosting unique networking events that feature select charitable organizations. When I'm back in Chicago (you heard it here first) I plan to be more actively involved with its activities, but I didn't want my absence to stop people from participating in this great opportunity. The kickoff event is Feb. 3, 5:30 at the Chicago Cultural Center. They are expecting hundreds of professionals. Don't miss it. Go to www.ivnc.org for info and tickets. Where's Robin? I am touched that so many of you ask which trips I will personally be leading, so I'll tell you that my plans for 2010 include Vail, New Orleans, Israel (June), Summer Telluride, Ethiopia or Tanzania and Morocco. But I have made sure that my favorite guides are leading the Peru, Brazil and South Africa trips. Krav Maga: Israeli Self Defense Studio opens in Chicago's Northern Suburbs, Highland Park Krav Maga is a simple, effective self defense system that emphasizes instinctive movements, practical techniques and realistic training scenarios. as well as the official self defense training program for the Israeli Defense Forces. We will be working with the founders of this amazing facility that offers simultaneous parent -children class on a volunteer tourism trip to Israel, but in the meantime, we just had to let you know about an EXCITING SEMINAR they have planned with the founder of Krav Maga Worldwide, Darren Levine on Feb. 28. The six hour hands-on session-unbeatable when it comes to empowerment, self defense technique and knowledge. More seminar  info  here or www.kravmaganorthshore.com/ DC FILM FESTIVAL: OUR CITY Yachad-DC is doing some amazing work in the city and we will be partnering with them on a volunteer day, but in the meantime, they are raising money through their annual Film Festival. A full day event about documentaries on Feb. 14 at the Goethe Institute. Check out the details at www.ourcityfilmfestival.com Who's Who in the Steppin' Out community. More and more people have been asking me if I know a bookkeeper, a computer guru, a doctor, and due to the economic times, more and more people are going off on their own doing some really interesting consulting... so I decided to start a directory that will be posted on the website (an average of 1500 distinct visitors a day), and in my emails, which goes to 16,000 people.   $25 for an entry. First 100 to sign up will get 2 additional listings for free. Request a directory form. Details to come: Steppin' Out Meet and Greet in LA Feb. 11.  Location ideas welcomed! DO GOOD ADVENTURES Our new division focuses on volunteer trips, missions, and celebrating life cycle events through events and trips that do good. Our premiere program is the Caring Generations program for families, but we hope to get everyone involved with links and information on how you can do good in your daily life. www.DoGoodAdventures.com The New Orleans trip noted on the right stemmed from Do Good Adventures. Interested in getting away and teaching English as a second language?  We're hooked up with a program that can get you to many destinations. More

CALENDAR OF TRIPS  2/11 Meet and Greet in LA 2/20 Caribbean Cruise 2/28 Krav Maga Seminar 3/7:  Spring Ski Trip to Vail 3/10: Buenos Aires 3/13  Brazil 5/27  New Orleans 6/9   Israel 6/24:Telluride Summer Wine Festival 7/8   South Africa 8/23  East Africa (Tanzania ) 9/3    Peru 10/20 Morocco 11/16 Ethiopia    SPRING SKI TRIP TO VAIL March 7-14, 2010 or March 10-14, 2010 ACCEPTING WAITLIST NAMES We've filled our 60 spots-- ALTHOUGH ONE MAN IS STILL IN NEED OF A ROOMMATE!  We have started a waitlist to secure more rooms at the hotel and hope to know soon. We will not accept any new registrations after January 31st.. so if you want to  partake in this trip at a 4 star ski in ski out hotel, daily hot served breakfasts, fun dinners and planned activities, send your form in now. A great way to meet new people and get some great skiing in. Full information here   SOUTHERN BRAZIL ADVENTURE  March 13-20, 2010 STILL TIME TO SIGN UP! Brazil is a wonderful place to soak in the sun and enjoy the beauty.  Our one week trip to the South starts with 3 days on the water--sailing,  rafting, cruising, enjoying it all. Then a drive to the mountains --where waterfalls and forests surround the countryside. Live on a working ranch, horsebackride from village to village, and partake in a family BBQ and dance. Authentic as authentic can be. We can help you arrange a trip to Iguazu Falls or Rio as an extension. More information here Do-Good in New Orleans May 27-31, 2010 A fun and meaningful experience. where we will help in food pantries and rebuild homes sided by side with those who will be living in them. We'll meet authors and others who have made a difference in NOLA, as well as attend a gospel choir service and a Shabbat service. There's time to explore the French quarter, enjoy live music and much more. We will have a singles track and a family track (children over 9) Information here Israel Multi-Sport June  9-19, 2010 Don't see Israel from a Tour Bus We see all the must see sites, but through hiking, biking, rappelling, sleeping under the stars in the desert, meeting the locals, learning Israeli self defense with the soldiers, & doing service work. A truly magical way to visit the sites and see the entire country from the green up north to the desert in the South. More info here CLUB GETAWAY Caribbean Cruise Feb. 20-27 Join hundreds of new friends for the Club Getaway Sports and Adventure Cruise.The sports, fun and parties go 'round the clock. You'll be sailing on one of the newest and most luxurious ships at sea, The Costa Atlantica for 7 days of sun and sports and 7 nights of parties. Details here     SOUTH AFRICA  An amazing experience that includes hiking, biking, rafting, and maybe surfing  as well as wine tasting in the winelands, doing a community project with the underserved, culture combined with safari and getting up close and personal with wildlife through conservation projects. APRIL 8-16 or JULY 8-17, 2010 (dates are flexible) More info  here Peru Multi Sport One of our favorite trips. challenging but well worth it. From biking, white water rafting to hiking the Inca trail and learning about its unique culture and history. Plus visiting remote villages. Group Departure Sept. 3 Other Departures Available with 3 or more people.    Specify date. Info here Ethiopia: Land of Enchantment We'll explore this mysterious country with interaction with the tribal community and learn about their way of life and partake in traditional customs. Visit ancient sites of the cradle of civilization and be a mentor to a single mom in a woman's coop. Take a jeep tour into the home of the Jewish tribes. November More info here EAST AFRICA An untraditional itinerary for a traditional safari. August 23 Info here (to be updated) Telluride Wine Festival June 24-27 Plus Extension to Moab Experience that rocky mountain getaway this summer-- Enjoy hiking, rafting, jeep ride and wine testing as we partake in one of Telluride's many festivals. info here   OTHER TRIPS WORTH MENTIONING... EXPERIENCE INDIA ON AN EXOTIC ADVENTURE April 8-22 A colleague is taking a small group to experience KUMBH MELA IN HARIDWAR INDIA. The Kumbh Mela is one of the most sacred days for Hindus to bathe at certain locations in the Ganges River.Tented cities are built along the river and pilgrims will arrive from all over India and the rest of the world. The Kumbh Mela, for the rest of us, is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. It is a wonder to see this crowd of merchants and buyers, musicians and performers, and seekers and holy men dressed in every imaginable costume - from the finest clothes to the half or full naked "naga saddhus". As the sun rises on the Ganges this colorful ceremony is an exotic and unforgettable sight. In the evenings the ghats become breath takingly beautiful with thousands of marigolds and offerings floating in the waters of Ganges. The trip also includes a visit to India's first national park, Corbett Tiger Reserve, Taj Mahal and India's Ghost City.  If you are interested in this unique trip, call or email us for more information. BUENOS AIRES for 50+ A creative exploration of culture--music, food, arts + Jewish community with Rabbi Adina/Shaar Communities. Join new friends to explore Buenos Aires' barrios; meet a selection of some her talented artists, and enjoy sharing wonderful meals and performances throughout your stay. We'll connect with local Jewish community leaders and members to gain understanding about the history and current story in Buenos Aires as well as participate in learning with Rabbi Adina Lewittes (originally from Toronto) and now based in Bergen County, NJ.  Further details here A NEW DC OUTDOOR CUB!  DC Active Singles: the premier membership activities club in the DC Metropolitan area! DC Active Singles provides a comfortable, non-threatening environment for active single professionals, ages 30+, from Washington DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia, to meet others with similar interests for friendship and dating. With 15-20 activities per month, including social and networking events, recreational events, cultural events, day and weekend trips, and more, Visit http://www.DCActiveSingles.com to learn more, or contact Liz at DCActiveSingles@gmail.com or call 703-395-5259. Caribbean Culinary Tours Week-end Culinary getaway to Barbados and Nassau Bahamas Also new for 2010 is our St Lucia Women's retreat and  St Lucia Culinary Tour. visit our web site for more information or to book your tour www.steppinoutadventures.com www.DoGoodAdventures.com   877.264.7694   Steppin' Out Adventures | 3721 N. Military Rd NW | #B | Washington | DC | 20015