A man from Central China completed the 70 -day Jungle Challenge challenge and earned 100,000 yuan ($ 14,000) by determination of domestic traps to catch rats and insects, according to South China Morning Post.
In July, Hunan, known for his dramatic landscape, cave and rare wildlife, took place in July, was held in July, The Qixing Mountain Cup.
The event is organized by regional travel company and outdoor clubs.
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What is the competition about?
One hundred contestants from all over China were placed in a distant area of changing climate with only a knife and a bamboo pole.
They had to survive for two months without any external supplies and the whole challenge was streaming live on the mainland social media.
The last 10 contestants have received 200 grams of salt and a stainless steel bowl when they competed for a large price of 100,000 yuan. Each participant who lasted 30 days earned 6 666 yuan ($ 940).
September 22, 33 -year -old Yang Dongdong became a champion after he lasted an impressive 70 days in the wild.
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When Yang entered the forest, he put the hiding on a hill using dry grass, vines, bamboo and rocks. He also twisted the fibers from his dress into the ropes and created a small wooden stool.
Yang created bamboo baskets to catch fish and crabs and gather herbs and fruits.
He installed simple traps to catch rats and insects. Although he experienced several episodes of vomiting after consuming strange plants, he managed to survive.
“When food is rare, anxiety fits, but I had to make sure I had the right balance of protein and vitamins,” Yang quoted.
Cold temperatures were the biggest challenge because autumn nights dropped below 10 degrees Celsius. They also had to deal with heavy rain, slippery roads and snakes.
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Yang gathered ferns to secure shelter and use wood to ignite the fire.
When Yang’s name was announced as a winner, he sat by the fire. He overcome excitement, raised his hands and shouted, “I went through it!”
As he left the forest, he carried ginger, fruits, the wild vegetables he gathered and the traps he set.
Jiu News reports that Yang has thrown over 15 kg during The Jungle Challenge, but remained positive and chatty.
Health control revealed that all its physical indicators were to the normal extent.
The report said Yang is a beekeeper and has ownership shares in the wedding planning company. His love for wilderness comes from a childhood during which he spent time with his grandfather.
“As a child, I often went to hunt with my grandfather in the mountains. He taught me the production of the basket and how to set the traps,” Yang said.
He intends to share his expertise on survival in social media to motivate others to discover nature.
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