No need to go far—The hottest hunting-themed exhibition sweeps through Shanghai

"In the 20th century, there were only two places on Earth that achieved significant growth in wildlife populations—North America and South Africa. These successful conservation stories were built on the foundation of hunting..."

—Dr. Rosie Cooney, IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature)

Su Shi’s famous poem “Jiangchengzi·Out Hunting in Mizhou” depicts a grand hunting scene: “I’d draw my bow like a full moon, look northwest, and shoot down the Wolf of Heaven.” The ancient passion for hunting is vividly portrayed. Hunting was once one of the most important productive activities for human survival and development, and has now evolved into a modern sport rich in cultural significance.

Some may hold the view that hunting leads to the extinction of wildlife, but in fact, legal and scientific hunting can actually promote the healthy development of wildlife populations and is a leading force globally in supporting wildlife conservation. Hunting often tests one’s wisdom, courage, and perseverance, and requires hunters to love nature, integrate with it, and experience the close relationship between humans and the wild. Through hunting, hunters become familiar with different animal species and their habits, gaining diverse outdoor survival experiences and hunting expertise in various environments. Of course, hunters also bear the responsibility of maintaining healthy wildlife populations, ensuring they remain a renewable resource for generations to come.

There are many renowned hunting destinations around the world that attract enthusiasts time and again. Europe, the birthplace of modern hunting, mainly offers deer and wild boar hunts, while the UK has long-standing traditions such as fox hunting and Pheasant shooting—the latter being particularly famous. North America is a paradise for hunters, where you can pursue fierce animals like grizzly bears, black bears, and mountain lions, as well as native species such as reindeer, white-tailed deer, elk, pronghorn, ducks, and pheasants. In “Middle-earth” New Zealand, there are two hunting options: experiential hunting on local farms targeting affordable game, which is generally not suitable for taxidermy, and professional hunting, where SCI (Safari Club International)-rated red deer are the top choice for seasoned hunters—the larger and more branched the antlers, the higher the grade. South Africa is a hunting paradise, offering dozens of game species. Affordable Plains game hunting provides great value, while Dangerous game hunting presents more challenges, allowing you to hunt iconic animals like lions, elephants, rhinos, and hippos—thrilling and worthy of any adventurer’s bucket list. Moreover, South Africa is world-renowned for its taxidermy craftsmanship, and having your hunting trophies preserved is one of the greatest desires for many visiting hunters.

But this summer, there’s no need to travel far. From June 20–23, 2019, Shanghai BaoHui International Exhibition Co., Ltd., in collaboration with WILDER, the international hunting industry service trading platform, will leverage the professional platform of Lifestyle Shanghai Show to create the first domestic hunting tourism-themed exhibition (Hunting Show), aiming to promote the development of hunting sports and culture in China. As the first true outdoor-themed travel exhibition in the country, it is set to become another trendy hotspot in Shanghai. Let’s see what highlights will ignite your wild hunting spirit.

Event Highlights

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Highlight 1: Hunting Show

Top hunting experts from China and abroad descend on Shanghai to share professional outdoor hunting gear and services.

Accessories, leather goods, vehicle equipment, hunting grounds, clothing, devices—you name it, they’ve got it.

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Highlight 2: Hunting Sharing Session

Have you ever seen the majestic East African Rift Valley? Have you explored the ancient and mysterious Tanzanian tribes?

Join the 2019 Hunting Tourism Carnival Week to hear the most thrilling hunting stories.

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Highlight 3: Hunting Static Display Show

There are countless species in the animal kingdom, yet we only get to see a few in our lifetime.

Don’t miss the hunting specimen display show—hundreds of precious specimens await to bring the animal world to life before your eyes.

Attendees will receive limited-edition gifts, and lucky visitors may even win free hunting gear, free hunting experience opportunities, and free overseas hunting training courses.

(All specific activities are subject to on-site arrangements.)

Participation Guidelines

1. Registration period—limited free registration: before 23:30 on June 18.

2. Successful registrants will be considered as officially signed-up attendees for the 2019 Shanghai International Hunting Tourism Theme Exhibition. Entry is granted upon presenting the SMS code confirmed by the organizer.

3. Dress code: Please wear outdoor, casual, and lightweight clothing.