Joe (Yosef) Back
Licensed Tour Guide
I have spent nearly my entire life trying to know everything I can about Judaism and the land of Israel. It has been an all-consuming passion. Educationally, this led me to pursue rabbinic ordination from Yeshivas Aish HaTorah, a BA in Liberal Studies with a focus on Judaic Studies, and an MA in Archaeology and Land of Israel Studies from Bar Ilan University.
When I found out that I could actually work exploring the land of Israel and the history of my people, I jumped at the opportunity. For the past twelve years, I have worked as an Israeli licensed tour guide, as well as a certified Israel Ministry of Tourism Specialist. I have had the great privilege of sharing my love of all things Jewish with thousands of people. I specialize in showing the connection between Judaism’s very rich literary heritage and the archaeological record.
It was from these connections that I founded Mesorah Tours. A tour company specially geared to the needs of the Kosher tourist. Beyond this, our guides are thoroughly versed in the different religions of the region, geo-politics, general history, and nature of the land of Israel. I am originally from Los Angeles but have called Israel my home since 2001. I currently live in Ramat Beit Shemesh with my wife and children.
Ariel Fishman
Adventure Tour Expert
With over fifteen years of adventure touring under his belt, there is little that Ariel has not done. He is a New York State Licensed Guide, certified in wilderness first aid and CPR/ R.T.E. (responding to emergencies), a certified lifeguard, licensed NAUI scuba diver, a survival enthusiast, spelunker, a mountain biker, jeep driver, camping/ glamping specialist, certified life coach, a NLP practitioner, and is a licensed rappelling and canyoneering instructor from the prestigious Wingate Institute, Israel’s National Center for Physical Education and Sport.
No matter what your skill level Ariel can help you experience the great outdoors as they should be. He combines his extensive experience with his background in coaching to energize all his trips with unmatched adventure and lasting inspiration. It is with his instinctive ability to relate to people and their challenges, that he develops the confidence and team building traits that adventure tourism lends itself to. He takes pride in propelling his clients through even the most challenging of tracks as he simultaneously forges lasting and growth-oriented relationships on the way. Ariel lives with his wife and five children in Moshav Neve Michael, just outside Ramat Beit Shemesh.
Brian K Spector
Cinematography and Photography
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