Hualien Qingshui Cliff: Stand-Up Paddleboarding & Canoeing Experience | Taiwan

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- Itinerary Information -

• Applicable to: Travelers aged 5-70
• Meeting point: No Trace Ocean - Canoe SUP registration point
• Meeting place: Banxia Beach, Chongde, Xiulin Township, Hualien County 972
• Length of trip: about 3 hours (about 90 minutes for the Sea Fairy program)
  
• Itinerary process:
  - Gathering, checking in, collecting equipment and taking photos
  - Onshore teaching and safety briefing
  - Water training and paddling experience
  - Explore the water and enjoy the sunrise
  - Arrive at the turning point and take photos
  - Return to the starting point, rinse, change clothes, and end the trip
  - Course supplement and assignment

- Itinerary Introduction -

• Canoeing: Enjoy a different sea canoeing experience than calm waters, with the ups and downs of the waves adding a little excitement
• SUP: It requires a little more balance than a canoe and requires the use of core muscles. It is recommended for those who want to challenge stand-up paddling

- Introduction to the activity stages (excluding the Sea Fairy program) -

• Sunrise tour: 04:30 – 07:30 (subject to seasonal changes)
  
• Morning group: 08:30 – 11:30
  
• Afternoon group: 13:45 – 16:45
  

※ Since the sunrise time is not fixed in summer, the gathering time for the sunrise group is around 4:00 - 4:45; the gathering time for the morning group is 08:30; and the gathering time for the afternoon group is 13:45. We will send you a letter the day before, so please pay attention to the letter



- Frequently Asked Questions -

Q: I am a novice in outdoor activities. Am I suitable to participate?
A: Leaving No Trace advocates "Leaving No Trace Close to Nature" and "Water Safety Education" and is designed for novice travelers. It doesn't matter if you can't swim or if you don't exercise regularly!

Q: This is my first time, which one is more suitable for me, canoe or SUP?
A: Both canoeing and SUP are suitable for beginners. Sitting in a canoe is easy to learn, and it is easier to paddle with two people. If you want to simply experience paddling in the Pacific Ocean and looking back at the Qingshui Cliff, you can choose a canoe; SUP is one person per board, and you can try sitting, kneeling, and standing. There are changes and it tests your sense of balance. It is recommended for people who usually exercise or have a good sense of balance.

Q: If some of my friends want to kayak and some want to SUP, can they play together?
A: As long as they are in the same time period, canoes and SUPs will gather together and take shore courses together. After going out to sea, they will be led by their respective coaches. Since the paddling speed of SUP is slower than that of canoe, they will not be together all the time, but they are basically still nearby, and they have the opportunity to take photos together. When returning to shore, they will also be together. When placing an order, you can place two orders under the same name, or fill in the remarks column that the two orders are together, and that's it.

Q: I really want to participate but I am afraid of water. What should I do?
A: The life jackets we provide have strong buoyancy and are specially selected for firefighting water service. Even if you float in the sea, the body above the chest can be above the water, provided that you do not take off the life jacket.

Q: There are two people in one canoe, and there is an odd number of people registered. What should we do with the extra person?
A: It doesn't matter if there are an odd number of group members. You can go on the same boat with other registered group members and make new friends, or go on the same boat with the assistant instructor, or you can go on your own boat and be assigned by the on-site instructor.

Q: Should I eat before boating?
A: You can eat a little to fill your stomach, otherwise you won’t have the energy to complete the row, but don’t eat too much.

Q: Do you get seasick easily?
A: Make sure to get enough sleep the night before. Some people are too excited, too nervous, or too relaxed during the holidays and stay up late, which may cause seasickness due to poor spirits. Some people are particularly prone to motion sickness, so it is recommended to go to the pharmacy to inquire about motion sickness medicine first. When you are at sea, do not keep looking at the waves. Try to look at the mountains in the distance and fixed buildings to avoid seasickness.

Q: Is there a place to take a shower after the event?
A: After the activity, there is water for you to wash off the sand and salt on your body. In order to maintain the environment, no detergent is provided. There is also a changing room for changing clothes; remember to bring a towel and a set of dry clothes to change into.

Q: How to protect yourself from the sun?
A: Wear a hat and long sleeves instead of sunscreen to avoid sunburn, as sunscreen may pollute the ocean. Drink plenty of water before departure to avoid dehydration, and bring reusable water bottles to reduce the purchase of disposable plastic bottles. We provide free drinking water for you to fill.

Q: What clothes should I wear? Can I wear glasses?
A: You can wear a swimsuit or sweat-wicking, quick-drying clothing that you normally wear for exercise. The key point is that it should not absorb water very much. Heavy fabrics such as cotton or denim are strictly prohibited. Contact lenses are preferred. It is recommended to bring an extra pair as a backup. If you wear glasses or sunglasses, please add a glasses strap; remove all jewelry to avoid being pulled and injured in the water.

Q: What kind of shoes should I wear? Are there any non-slip shoes?
A: It is best to wear your own slippers, sandals, or wet/dry shoes. We will place them all on the beach so they won't get lost. You don't need shoes to get on the boat. It is most comfortable to swim barefoot in the sea.

Q: Are there any lockers at the meeting place?
A: Please put your personal belongings in your bag and place it on the shelf in the equipment room. The equipment room will be locked when the activity is in progress.

Q: Could you please help me take photos?
A: Yes, the instructor will bring a waterproof camera to take photos for you. After the activity, the photos will be uploaded to the cloud for you to download. If you bring your own camera, please keep it well to avoid leaving it at sea. After the activity, the photos will be shared on the "No Trace Ocean-Hualien Qingshui Base Camp" FB fan page.

Q: Can children participate in canoeing or SUP?
A: Anyone aged 5 years and over 20 kg can participate in the canoeing experience. The Leisure Afterglow Tour is especially recommended for children under 10 years old. The leisurely atmosphere in the afternoon allows for more parent-child interaction. If you choose a day tour, and the children get up too early and get seasick quickly, it will not be fun. You must be over 15 years old to participate in SUP, because sea SUP requires sufficient physical and physical conditions to participate in the entire process.

Q: Can elders also participate?
A: Elders under 60 years old who are able to move freely and have some exercise habits are more suitable. Qingshui Cliff Canoe SUP is carried out in the Pacific Ocean. It is a real outdoor activity with natural waves. It is not as calm as a lake. Filial young people and elders must have a basic understanding of this.

Q: What kind of people are prohibited from participating?
A: If you are pregnant, have recently undergone major surgery, have major wounds, or are not suitable for stimulating activities, please do not participate.

Q: Can dogs participate in canoeing and SUP? How much is the fee?
A: You can join for free. Please make sure that your puppy is stable and obedient around its owner. You must bring your own life jacket and leash. Small and medium-sized dogs are preferred. When entering and exiting the waves, one puppy needs to be accompanied by two members: one to take care of the puppy and one to row the boat. In addition, the coach only takes care of the owner, and the puppy must be taken care of by the owner himself.

Q: Will the tour still go out if the weather is bad?
A: If heavy rain or big waves are predicted before the trip, which affects the safety and fun of the activity, we will notify you in advance to postpone or cancel the trip and refund the fee. If light rain is predicted before the trip, since playing in the sea will make your body wet, and the predicted rainfall is very small, it may not rain, so the group will depart as usual. In addition, if you are already playing at sea and suddenly heavy rain affects the safety and fun of the activity, you may go ashore early to play on the shore, or end the trip early. In this case, no refund will be given.

Q: Will canoes and SUPs still be available after October?
A: After mid-September, the northeast monsoon gradually strengthens, and the wind and waves also gradually increase. The Qingshui Cliff trip is only open until 10/12, and whether the group can be dispatched must be confirmed 3 days before the activity.