The 9th National University Outdoor Skills Competition, co-sponsored by Peking University's Mountain Eagle Society, SEA TO SUMMIT & CAMELBAK, was a great success...

“It is a pleasure to have friends coming from afar. With no rain during Qingming, let us celebrate this grand gathering together.”

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o’clock, the opening ceremony was held at Peking University’s Yiti Climbing Wall. Guests in attendance included Mr. Li Ning, Director of the Physical Education Teaching and Research Department at Peking University; Mr. Shi Changyi, Head of the Student Organizations Department of the Peking University Youth League Committee; Coach Luo Shen, Director of the Mountaineering Exploration Department at the China Mountaineering Association; Mr. Fang Xiang, coach at the China Mountaineering Association; and Mr. Sun Bin, Principal of Peak Outdoor School and a renowned Chinese mountaineer.

The opening ceremony’s south wall climbing performance26Subsequently, Pi Yudan, current president of the Mountain Eagle Society, gave a speech. Mr. Li Ning also delivered an enthusiastic address, affirming the achievements of the Mountain Eagle Society over the pastSea to Summityears. Coach Luo Shen also acknowledged the vigorous development of outdoor activities such as mountaineering and rock climbing among university clubs and offered valuable suggestions for the competition from the perspective of safety awareness. The attending guests welcomed the university teams who traveled from afar and wished the competition great success. Afterwards, the head judge and the athlete representative took solemn oaths in turn, pledging fair judging and equitable competition. Finally, the host, on behalf of the organizers, expressed gratitude to sponsors such as CamelBak,Smartwool,Jetboil,Fenix, and Uni-President Iced Tea for their support of the competition, then announced the end of the opening ceremony and the official start of the competition.Rock climbing bouldering and rope technique relay events took place simultaneously, and the atmosphere immediately became electric.

Ballet on the cliff

This rock climbing bouldering event was divided into men's and women's difficulty competitions and a men's bouldering competition.

The difficulty category tests not only climbing ability but also mental prowess, demanding a perfect blend of strength and strategy. Competitors choose different routes and movements based on their individual strengths—some opt for front steps, others for side steps, knee twists, or dynamic moves. Their actions may be fluid, graceful, bold, or decisive. Every time a climber overcomes a tough section, the crowd erupts in cheers; and even when a climber falls, they are met with encouragement.

The men's bouldering competition features six routes of varying difficulty, where the strongest athletes compete in thrilling displays of skill. Each team’s climbers showcase impressive strength and unyielding determination. Every dynamic move to grab a hold is as exhilarating as an eagle soaring through the sky or a leopard leaping across the plains, leaving spectators holding their breath in awe and erupting in applause. A triumphant shout follows the capture of a hold—bonusa key point—while conquering a route in the final seconds embodies the passion of mountaineers and the fighting spirit of climbers.

Because it’s a team effort, it’s a relay.

The rope technique relay competition consists of three parts: double-rope descent, equipment collection, and single-rope ascent, completed in relay fashion by three team members.

On the field, team members communicate seamlessly, executing movements cleanly and efficiently to save precious time for their team. Smooth descents, precise equipment collection, and swift ascents all earn loud cheers. The seamless cooperation between teammates and the mutual encouragement after mistakes highlight the true meaning of this competition.

During the competition’s break, enthusiastic participants and spectators alike take to the slacklines, exchanging moves and laughter.

In the afternoon,17:00the first day of the competition concludes. Though reluctant to part, the competitors continue to exchange techniques and ideas, forging friendships through friendly rivalry.

Run, youth, run.

The orienteering and outdoor skills competition takes place4[Month]5at [Time]8:00on the morning of [Date] at Beijing Xishan Forest Park. Competitors must rely solely on maps and compasses to locate checkpoints while completing outdoor skill challenges such as tent pitching, knot tying, and terrain recognition. Throughout the event, the three-member teams study maps together, cheer each other on, and their determined dashes through the spring sunshine catch the eyes of park visitors. Teams passing each other exchange spontaneous words of encouragement, creating a cheerful atmosphere. The orienteering competition wraps up near noon, marking the successful conclusion of the two-day event.

All good things must come to an end, but promises of reunion endure.

At the closing ceremony, Zhang Mohan, president of Peking University’s Mountain Eagle Club, delivers a closing speech. The awards ceremony then begins, with winning teams receivingSea to Summit, CamelBak, Smartwool, Jetboil, Fenixgenerous sponsor prizes and thunderous applause from the audience. After a participant representative shares their thoughts, chief judge Zhou Zechen delivers a summary. Finally, the popular lottery segment brings laughter before teams pose for group photos with their club flags, vowing to reunite next year. Beneath the climbing wall, a joyous celebration unfolds.

Like-minded souls unite.

As the saying goes, “If you have a friend afar who knows your heart, distance cannot keep you apart.” Through this competition, university outdoor clubs from across the country have overcome geographical barriers—not only finding kindred spirits but also gaining a platform to exchange experiences, support one another, and grow together. Together, they shoulder the responsibility of advancing mountaineering among college students and promoting the betterment of university outdoor sports.

4[Month]4At 7 PM, the Peking University Mountain Eagle Club’s26[Year]th-anniversary celebration series event, the “National University Outdoor Forum,” is held in Peking University’s Science Teaching Building, with participation from24university outdoor clubs nationwide.

The forum also invites Li Shuping, a high-altitude medicine expert and outdoor risk management specialist from the China Mountaineering Association (formerly head of the Outdoor Department), Luo Shen, director of the China Mountaineering Association’s High-Altitude Exploration Department, Fang Xiang, a coach from the China Mountaineering Association, Cao Jun, vice president of the Shenzhen Mountaineering and Outdoor Sports Association, and Sun Bin, principal of Peak Outdoor School and a renowned Chinese mountaineer.

This forum consists of a main forum and four sub-forums. The main forum focused on "An Analysis of the Current Situation of Domestic University Students' Mountaineering and the Responsibilities They Should Undertake." Representatives from various university clubs delivered insightful keynote speeches based on their own club development experiences, to which Mr. Cao Jun and Director Luo Shen also responded with enthusiasm and valuable insights.

Each sub-forum was conducted as a "roundtable discussion" among club leaders to delve into relevant topics. These discussions not only continued themes from the main forum but also addressed practical issues facing clubs, such as "the cultivation and selection of club talent."“Seeking sponsorship and maintaining long-term collaborations”Sharing of experience on related topics. Additionally, the clubs also engaged in detailed discussions on establishing an information exchange platform among universities.

Within feasible limits, thinking, discussing issues, seeking solutions, innovating, and pioneering are the sense of responsibility and care that contemporary university students ought to have. This forum is precisely the starting point of our journey. Moving forward, we will summarize and organize the experiences and reflections of each club, eventually presenting them in the form of an outcome booklet to share with clubs from all universities and all sectors of society who care about us.

Congratulations once again to Peking University’s Mountain Eagle ClubSEA TO SUMMIT & CAMELBAKCup—the 9th National University Outdoor Skills Competition and the “National University Outdoor Forum,” part of the Mountain Eagle Club’s anniversary celebration series, achieved great success.26Anniversary celebration series—The “National University Outdoor Forum” was a complete success.

List of Winners: (Thank youSea to Summit, CamelBak, Smartwool, Jetboil, Fenixfor providing prizes for the competition)

   [Top Five Overall Scores]:

Peking University Mountain Eagle Club

Zhejiang Ocean University Island Wilderness Survival Team

Xiamen University Xiamen University Mountaineering Association

Chengdu University of Technology Science and Engineering Expedition Outdoor Club

Renmin University of China Self-Travelers Association

   [Rock Climbing and Bouldering Competition Award Winners]: China University of Geosciences (Wuhan) Shan Ming Zhi Outdoor Sports Club

   [Rope Technique Relay Competition Award Winners]: Nanjing University of Science and Technology Mountaineering Association

   [Orienteering and Outdoor Skills Competition Award Winners]: Shanghai Jiao Tong University Wilderness Survival Association

   【Ethics and Style Award】: Hefei University of Technology Tianji Society

   【Outdoor Spirit Award】: Southwest Jiaotong University Panshi Society

   【Perseverance Spirit Award】: Beijing Forestry University Shannuo Club

   【Rising Stars Team Award】: Wuhan University Pioneers Association

   【Best Team Award】: Chongqing University Bird Flying Mountaineering Association