2017The Second 'World Orienteering Day' China Jiangsu Division Orienteering Competition
and Love Orienteering "Jiangsu Orienteering Tour520Luhe Pingshan Station
At 13:30 on May 20, 2017,China Railway Investmenthosted the 2017 Second 'World Orienteering Day' China Jiangsu Division Orienteering Competition and Love Orienteering · Jiangsu Orienteering Tour 520 Luhe Pingshan Station atNanjing CityLuhe Pingshan Forest Park, marking the official opening of the event. This competitionwasorganized in response to the call of the International Orienteering Federationandthe Chinese Orienteering Association to jointly launchthe 'World Orienteering Day' eventin approximately 2000 cities worldwide. It was approved bythe International Orienteering Federation,guided by the Chinese Orienteering Association,the Jiangsu ProvincialSports Federation,and organized by theNanjing CityLuhe District Sports Bureau,Nanjing CityLuhe District Sports Federation,Nanjing Municipal National Fitness Centerhosted,Jiangsu Radio and Orienteering Sports Association,NanjingPingshan Forest Parkorganized,China Railway Investment Group Co., Ltd. Jiangsu Branch,and the Luhe District Agriculture Bureau of Nanjing co-organized,,Jiangsu Ziyeyunshang Sports Development Co., Ltd.managed the entire operation,and it also serves as the third stop of the iOrienteering · Jiangsu Orienteering Tour, aiming to expand the global influence of orienteering, promote its popularization and development in China, and further advance the cause ofnationwideorienteering fitness in Jiangsu.
Ms. Xu Juan, Deputy Director of the Radio Orienteering Department at the Aviation Radio Model Sports Management Center of the General Administration of Sport of China and Secretary-General of the Chinese Orienteering Association,JiangSu Provincial Sports Federation Vice Chairman and Secretary-General Ms. Li Yibing,,Mr. Li Changzheng, Deputy District Chief of Luhe District, Nanjing,and other responsible persons from relevant district departments and representatives from related organizations attended the opening ceremony.At the opening ceremony, Ms. Da Quan, Director of the Luhe District Sports Bureau of Nanjing, delivered an inspiring speech, stating that the perfect combination of Pingshan Forest Park in Luhe and orienteering would surely bring all participants a unique sportstourism feast, and she extended her heartfelt wishes to all the contestants. Ms. Xu Juan, Deputy Director of the Radio Orienteering Department at the Aviation Radio Model Sports Management Center of the General Administration of Sport of China and Secretary-General of the Chinese Orienteering Association, introduced World Orienteering Day to all the guests and participants at the opening ceremony.+Subsequently,JiangSu Provincial Sports Federation Vice Chairman and Secretary-General Ms. Li Yibing,announced the official start of this event.This competition involves approximately
This competition approximately600A total of participants signed up, divided into individual, couples, family, group, league, and professional categories, among others.6Several groups. That afternoon14:00In the afternoon of that day——,at the starting point of the competition—Pingshan Forest ParkCouple’s Garden—the race commenced promptly on schedule, with participants setting off at one-minute intervals as required by the event rules. According to organizers,5orienteering originated in Northern Europe. Participants use a compass and a detailed, accurate orienteering map to navigate a course marked with various checkpoints (control points) in sequence, selecting the best route for themselves to reach the finish line. The winner is the one with the shortest time, often referred to as a “treasure hunt.”20This event was centered around Ping’an Tower in Pingshan Forest Park, with+checkpoints set up within a
-kilometer radius. Throughout the course, participants could not only enjoy the unique scenery of Pingshan and experience the forest park’s excellent ecological environment, but also gain a dual experience of orienteering and trail running.2After theLOGO-hour-long competition, most teams successfully completed the course and received finisher medals. The medal design incorporated elements from World Orienteering Day
, using the checkpoint flag as the creative focal point. The medals were stunningly beautiful, and many participants noted that the award itself was one of the highlights that attracted them to the event. The moment they successfully finished and were awarded their medals was the most exciting part of their day.It’s worth mentioning that this event was full of memorable moments. Ms. Da Quan, Director of the Luhe District Sports Bureau in Nanjing, and Mr. Dai Yongchun, Deputy Director of the same bureau, stayed at the venue until the very end, personally presenting medals to the last two finishing teams and offering them great encouragement. They supported the athletes’ never-give-up sportsmanship. The oldest participant in the event was 74 years old. He maintains an active exercise routine and, during an interview, expressed strong agreement with the statement made by Ms. Xu Juan, Deputy Director of the Radio Orienteering Sports Department of the Aviation Radio Model Sports Management Center of the General Administration of Sport of China and Secretary-General of the Chinese Orienteering Association—&NL— that orienteering is a truly lifelong, global sport. He stated that as long as he lives, he will keep moving and keep running.520Additionally, as it was
Valentine’s Day, the couples’ teams added a sweet touch to the racecourse.AAAIt is understood that Nanjing Pingshan Forest Park Scenic Area is a10-rated tourist attraction, located22kilometers north of Luhe District in the territory of Pingshan Forest Farm, covering an area ofsquare kilometers. Within the scenic area,85%the forest coverage rate exceedspercent. There are seven mountains and eight lakes, with mountains connected to lakes and lush green vegetation blanketing the hills. Vast pine forests surround thousands of acres of tea gardens, creating an outstanding ecological environment. Underground lies a mineral water layer spanning hundreds of square kilometers, and the unique soil quality results in exceptionally high-quality tea, which has won numerous awards at national tea exhibitions. Hiking in Pingshan, enjoying the water, sipping tea, admiring flowers, and listening to the rustling of pine trees offer a truly delightful experience.8DThe park’s main attractions include Cui Ming Lake, Couple’s Garden, Ping’an Tower, Shuang Die Lake, Jasmine Garden, Lakeside Walking Trail, and Cherry Blossom Valley. In addition,
