To Table of Contents increased on the Trekker . At the same time , he began to understand what he is capable of when society doesn ' t typically believe that this is possible . Colton shared , " When I got there , I did not know what to expect , and I was a little scared , but when I was in the trekker and with people I could trust , I was not nervous anymore ."
When we went off-roading in various locations in the park and outdoor spaces with Colton , Arnon would show Colton what we could do : climb large boulders , navigate narrow paths , and cross over fallen trees . As Omer and the team showed him what had to be done , it allowed for Colton to be comfortable , secure , and honest in sharing what he wanted to and what he did not want to do . Colton dictated what he was comfortable experiencing . Pushing the rider out of their comfort zone is a major aspect of the hikes , as many have never even thought of attempting hikes on this type of terrain . We do this by keeping the rider ' s desires and comforts at the forefront .
Colton Robinson and family enjoying a day out in Rockefeller State Park
The Honorable Israel Nitzan , Consul General of the State of Israel addressing group prior to hike in Central Park ( Fred Maahs Jr and Arnon Amit first row , Jamie Lassner Baseball hat )
The team and trekkers arrived in New York City ' s Central Park during the first week , where we were joined by the Honorable Consul General of the State of Israel in NY , Israel Nitza . Our group had the pleasure of hearing him speak while the team shared the incredible Trekker and all it can do for people and their experiences . This resonated with the Consul General as he said , " Israel is proud to push to make more inclusivity for persons