Hitbodedut in Highland
Wed, Jul 15
|Berean Park
Explore and experience Hitbodedut -- the Chassidic practice of unstructured, solitary prayer and meditation conducted outdoors (typically in fields and forests ) -- during a 3 mile hike up Illinois Mountain, with intermittent Hudson River views and diverse forest scenery.


Time & Location
Jul 15, 2026, 7:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Berean Park, 1 Thomas Rizzo Blvd, Highland, NY 12528, USA
About the event
Explore and experience the Chassidic practice of unstructured, solitary prayer and meditation conducted outdoors —typically in fields and forests -- during 3 mile hike up Illinois Mountain, with intermittent Hudson River views and diverse forest scenery.
Assumption of Risk and Release of Liability on Submitting RSVP
1. Acknowledgment of Risk: I understand that hiking is a potentially hazardous activity and involves inherent and unforeseen risks, including, but not limited to, falls, uneven terrain, severe or unexpected weather, encounters with wildlife, and remote conditions without immediate medical access.
2. Release of Liability: I hereby release, waive, and hold harmless BaDerekh, its organizers, and volunteers from any and all liability, claims, or demands for personal injury, sickness, death, or property damage arising out of my participation in this hike.
3. Personal Responsibility: I acknowledge that I am physically capable of completing this activity and am responsible for my own safety, equipment, and medical expenses.
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