From September 1st to 3rd, the 2023 International LifeLine Rope Rescue Invitation Tournament and International Mountain Outdoor Rescue Exchange will be held and bring together numerous professional teams from all over the world to Jinfo Mountain in Nanchuan District, Chongqing.
The event aims to foster mutual learning and exchange, presenting audiences with a captivating display of rope rescue competitions.
Perilous slopes of Jinfo Mountain set the stage for rope rescue showdown
In recent years, activities such as camping, RV living, and outdoor sports have gained popularity, becoming increasingly favored modes of travel and social interaction.
Jinfo Mountain, renowned as the "Eastern Alps," has also emerged as a top destination for outdoor enthusiasts due to its distinctive features.
As a world natural heritage site known for its southern karst landscape, Jinfo Mountain boasts a variety of terrain features, including cliffs, karst hills and depressions, stone forests, rock pillars, waterfalls, gorges, hanging valleys, and solitary peaks. This diversity mirrors various scenarios that outdoor rescue operations might encounter, making it an excellent location for hosting premium adventure sports events.
Competitors in the rope rescue competition（Photo/Event Organizer)
The Jinfo Mountain International LifeLine Rope Rescue Invitation Tournament is China's inaugural professional international rope rescue competition. Since its inception in 2018, it has garnered significant attention from various sectors of society, attracting enthusiasts and spectators of rope rescue from across China and beyond.
With a focus on philanthropy, the tournament introduces advanced rescue concepts to showcase high-quality, high-level learning and exchange scenarios for professional rope rescue teams in both domestic and international rescue operations.
Elite gathering and team collaboration highlight the competition
Mountain outdoor sports can pose safety risks without basic first aid skills, such as getting trapped in sudden flash floods or falling into valleys. Rope rescue is a widely utilized technique to address such emergencies, involving the use of ropes to transport victims or those stranded in hazardous environments to safety.
Jinfo Mountain,Nanchuan District,Chongqing（Photo/Event Organizer)
Rope rescue refers to the technical system that employs ropes to bring victims or those trapped in perilous situations to secure locations. Successful rope rescue operations necessitate thorough risk assessment, well-designed rescue plans, backup strategies, and proficient high-angle rope techniques.
The competition has attracted numerous domestic and international rescue teams, including professional firefighting and rescue units, as well as enthusiasts of rope rescue and exploration. Over three days, attendees will witness a variety of real-life rope rescue scenarios, experiencing the passion and speed of racing against time and safeguarding lives.
The competition includes a physical endurance event on September 1st (100-meter ascension), completed by individuals or pairs to assess foundational skills, like rapidly constructing rescue pathways. The team rescue event on September 2nd and 3rd involves collaborative efforts to evaluate team judgment, implementation, and organizational capabilities. This segment emphasizes teamwork in extreme and challenging mountain environments during rescue missions.
The entire competition will be live-streamed online, offering convenient access to a broader audience. General viewers can witness how rescue personnel save lives in adverse conditions, while professionals can analyze the technical applications of participants from various countries.