The outdoors is like a big classroom,
where everyone can have different outdoor experiences,
such as the focus of climbing and the perseverance of hiking,
the courage of skiing and the patience of fishing,
or the exhilaration of water sports...
Each outdoor activity has its own unique charm,
and every outdoor enthusiast has a treasure trove of adventure stories,
and if you’re willing to listen, they could tell you stories for three days and nights...
From June 30 to July 3, 2016,
at the Water Sports Zone of the Asia Outdoor Exhibition,
there will be such a group of people with stories
coming to the 11th Asia Outdoor Exhibition,
to share their "Fantastic Waterborne Drifting Tales"...
Water Sports Salon
July 1, 2016, @ Meeting Room 6201
On the afternoon of July 1 from 13:00 to 17:00, the Asia Outdoor Exhibition, in collaboration with the China Canoeing Sports Alliance, will host a Water Sports Salon. Eight seasoned paddlers will share their adventurous tales from years on the water and bring you the latest updates on water sports.
★ Introduction to Water Sports Salon Guests
1. Li Huacan (Shanmite)
Speech Topic: Adventures of a Floating Life
Holder of the Chinese Ocean Canoeing Exploration Record
World’s first person to complete a solo drift along the entire Yellow River
In 2011
May: Crossed the Qiongzhou Strait (30 km)
July: Crossed the Bohai Strait (130 km)
In 2012
Circumnavigated Hainan Island (846 km)
In 2013
Canoe inter-provincial traverse (1000 km across the South China Sea)
2014
Canoeing Transnational Crossing: Thailand – Cambodia (900 km)
5,000-kilometer Drift Along the Main Stream of the Pearl River
2015
Completed the entire 5,490-kilometer drift of the Yellow River
2. Deng Ji
Speech Topic: Cross-industry Collaboration in Recreational Kayaking
Years Involved in Kayaking: 13 years
Founded Organizations: Founder of China Canoeing Alliance, General Manager of Yunnan Baihe Outdoor
3. Fei Jiang (Liu Zhou)
Speech Topic: Large-scale Water Sports Events and Integrated Marketing
General Manager of Chun’an Qiandao Lake Mandao Outdoor Sports Co., Ltd.
Kayaking Instructor in the Training Department of the Chinese Mountaineering Association
Certified International Trainer by British CIPT
Over ten years of management experience at multiple outdoor companies including Sanfo, Mandao, and Zhulangzhe, with numerous major outdoor event planning achievements. His kayaking teaching portfolio includes professional leader training within the Chinese Mountaineering Association, adult experience programs, and children’s summer camp training at the Qiandao Lake base. He currently serves as head coach of the ‘Zhulangzhe’ team.
2009 Paddled on the Xin’an River
2009 – Present Paddling in Qiandao Lake, Yellow River, Wenzhou, Zhangjiajie, Tieling, Inner Mongolia, Lanzhou, Beijing, and other locations
2006 – Present 10 years of management experience at Sanfo, Mandao, and Zhulangzhe
4. Name: Feng Chun (Yaoge)
Speech Topic: From Drifting Down the Yangtze to the Drifting World Cup
Years Involved in Kayaking: Since 1986
Founded Organization: Qinghai Yushu City Rafting Association
Personal Sports Experience:
1986, Participated in the "China Yangtze River Scientific Expedition Rafting Team" as a helmsman, completed a 176-day, over 6,000-kilometer drift
1998, Drifted down the Yarlung Tsangpo River as deputy team leader and head coach, completed a 130+ day, over 1,500-kilometer drift
2004, Led a team to raft the Colorado River in the U.S., over 20 days, covering 370 kilometers
2008, Beijing Olympic Torchbearer
2009, Awarded “Contemporary Chinese Xu Xiake” of the year
Currently serves as a council member of the China Association for Scientific Expedition and as the chief rafting consultant to the Yushu Municipal Government of Qinghai
Accumulated personal drifting distance exceeds 10,000 kilometers, making him one of the world’s most experienced long-distance drifters. In 2009, he was hailed by CNr.cn (China National Geography Network) as the “First Person to Drift 10,000 Miles.”
5. Name: Liu Wenfeng (Miao Renfeng)
Speech Topic: 《To be a hero / Be Your Own Hero》
Founded Organization: Baishui China (a pioneer in domestic whitewater training)
In July 2010, participated in the Ironman Expedition’s 4-day, 3-night unsupported island-hopping canoeing trip in Zhuhai, South China Sea
In October 2010, participated in the kayak crossing of the Qiongzhou Strait
In 2011, attended the American Canoe Association (ACA) near-shore kayaking technical training, becoming one of the first in mainland China to hold an ACA certification
In July 2011, participated in whitewater training across Hunan, Guizhou, and Chongqing, and served as a specialized technical instructor for the Eskimo roll
In July 2012, organized the first whitewater kayak training session in Jingning, Lishui, inviting athletes from Canada and the UK to conduct rafting technique and safety rescue training
In August 2012, rafted on the Jiaojia Beach section of the Yu River in Chongqing, the Dadu River in Sichuan, and the Mazi Gou section of the Jiulong River in Sichuan
From 2013 to the present, began systematically conducting whitewater rafting training, becoming the first whitewater training organization in mainland China, with trainees coming from all over the country, many of whom are club leaders or trip organizers
In February 2014, participated in the first Red Bull Canoe Surfing Competition on the Nu River and won third place in the water hole freestyle event, also becoming the first athlete in mainland China to perform a front flip in rapids
In September 2014, participated in the Yellow River International Whitewater Slalom Race and won third place in the team category
In February 2015, participated in the second Red Bull Kayak Challenge and served as the technical commentator for the water hole freestyle event during the live TV broadcast
In February 2016, attended the first domestic ACA Level 4 Whitewater Instructor Training in the U.S. and obtained the Level 4 Instructor certification. Authorized to independently issue ACA Level 4 student certifications.
In June 2016, served as an instructor at the first China Canoeing Association Coach Training Course.
6. Hu Dongsheng
Speech Topic: The Integrated Practice of All-for-One Tourism and the Rafting Sports Industry
Principal of the Mengdong River Rafting Adventure School in Western Hunan
General Manager of Xiangxi Mengdong River Tourism Development Co., Ltd.
Visiting Professor at Jishou University, Hunan
7. Wang Jian
Speech Topic: SUP, A Big Step for Humanity Embracing Freedom
Graduated with a degree in Automotive Engineering from Tsinghua University
Founder of the China Stand-Up Paddleboarding (SUP) Sports Alliance
Introducer and promoter of the CrossFit training system in China, and translator of the Chinese edition of the 《CrossFit Training Guide》
Introducer of GoPro sports cameras in China, and translator of the Chinese edition of the 《GoPro Studio Video Editing》
First participant and video volunteer of the inaugural THF 100 Trail Running Race
8. Zhang Sheng (Changgong Wan Yue)
Speech Topic: The World of Canoeing – Canoeing Sports in China
A senior Chinese canoeing practitioner and explorer
Years of kayaking experience: 14 years
Founded organizations: Founder of China Canoeing Alliance, General Manager of Ironman Adventure, Executive Principal of Mengdong River Drift Adventure Sports School
9.Paulo
Speech topic: Exploring Sea Kayaking Tourism in South America
Paulo is the former head coach of the Chilean national kayak team
Bronze medalist in the kayak event at the Pan American Games
ACA Level 4 Whitewater Coach
ACA Level 4 Open Water Coach
ACA Level 4 Rescue Coach
WFR Leader
International Level 3 Rescue Coach
Lecturer of the Chinese Canoeing Association
Personal highest waterfall jump record: 15 meters
Youth water sports experience class
June 30 – July 3,
@Outdoor Water Sports Experience Zone outside Hall 4
Besides exciting adventure stories, the Water Sports Zone has partnered with Nanjing Sailfish Club to offer a special water sports experience class for youth.
In addition to sharing thrilling adventure tales, the Water Sports Zone has collaborated with Sailfish Club to specifically design a water sports experience course for teenagers, aiming to deliver a unique water activity experience for the kids.Sailfish Club will send veteran coach Lao Yu, who holds an ACA (American Canoe Association) Level 4 certification and also possesses Senior Level 3 Open Water Kayaking qualifications,to the site to explain to the participating young audiencekayak equipment and key technical points.
▲2015 Asia Outdoor Youth Water Sports Experience
June 30 – July 3, 2016,
Water Sports Zone at Nanjing International Expo Center,
11th Asia Outdoor Exhibition,
come and share the joy of water sports with us！
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