Coach: Coaching the Grizzlies at the beginning, playing the bantam

"You are here for tourism, right? The ecological tourist area in Youyu County is so beautiful. In the past, the wind and sand here were very strong, and the land was barren and nothing could grow. Later, everyone worked together to plant trees, and we have the good scenery now."

Hannah asked curiously, "Uncle, it must have been very hard for you to plant the trees, right?"

The old man smiled and waved his hands, "It was hard work, but seeing the green mountains and clear waters now, it's all worth it. Now, our ecology is good, tourism has developed, and everyone's life is getting better and better."

After listening to the old man's words, Lu Yong and Hannah were filled with admiration for the people of Youyu.

They continued walking along the lake and came to a sea of ​​flowers.

Colorful flowers are blooming and the fragrance is wafting into the air.

Hannah was running in the sea of ​​flowers like a beautiful butterfly.

She stopped from time to time, got closer to the flowers, smelled their fragrance, and asked Lu Yong to take pictures for her.

"Lu Yong, take some pictures for me. I want to take pictures with this beautiful sea of ​​flowers."

Lu Yong smiled, adjusted the camera angle, and took beautiful photos of her.

After coming out of the sea of ​​flowers, they came to an observation deck.

Standing on the observation deck, you can have a panoramic view of the entire Youyu County Ecological Tourism Scenic Area.

The undulating mountains in the distance contrast beautifully with the blue sky and white clouds, like a beautiful ecological painting.

Hannah leaned on the railing and said with emotion: "Lu Yong, this place is so beautiful, it feels like a natural oil painting. The people of Youyu are really amazing. They can turn such a wasteland into such a beautiful ecological scenic spot."

Lu Yong nodded. "Yes, their persistence and hard work have brought us today's beauty. This also makes us more deeply aware of the importance of ecological protection."

At noon, they tasted local food at a farm house near the scenic area.

The owner of the farm house was warm and hospitable, and served them a variety of special dishes, including Youyu mutton, oat noodle fish, sea buckthorn juice, etc.

Hannah ate with gusto and kept giving thumbs up, "Lu Yong, these dishes are so delicious, especially the Youyu mutton, which has no smell at all and is so tender."

Lu Yong smiled and said: "Youyu has a good ecological environment, so the sheep raised here are naturally delicious. Moreover, these special foods are the local cultural heritage, so let's eat more."

After eating and drinking, they took a short rest and then continued their afternoon journey.

They came to a wildlife sanctuary.

There are special tour guides in the reserve to introduce them to the habits and living environment of various wild animals in the reserve.

Led by the tour guide, they saw several hares jumping in the grass and an owl resting in a tree.

Hannah whispered excitedly, "Lu Yong, this is the first time I've seen these wild animals so close. It feels so magical."

Lu Yong also responded softly: "Yes, this shows that the ecological environment of Youyu County is getting better and better, providing a good habitat for these wild animals."

After touring the wildlife reserve, they came to an ecological farm.

The farm is full of various vegetables and fruits, as well as flocks of free-roaming chickens and ducks.

Hannah was like a curious baby, looking and touching everything on the farm.

She saw a strawberry field and ran over excitedly, wanting to pick some strawberries.

Lu Yong followed her with a smile, "Hannah, be careful, don't step on the strawberry seedlings."

Hannah squatted in the strawberry field, carefully selecting the big, red strawberries. As she picked them, she said, "Lu Yong, look at these strawberries. They are so fresh. I can even smell the sweet fragrance of strawberries."

In a short while, she picked a basket full of strawberries.

After coming out of the ecological farm, the sun was about to set, and they came to a grassland, ready to enjoy the sunset over the grassland.

Hannah lay on the grassland, looking at the sky and feeling the breeze. "Lu Yong, it's so quiet here. It feels like all my worries have been thrown away."

Lu Yong also lay beside her, looking at the sunset in the sky, "Yes, the ecological beauty of Youyu can really make people feel relaxed and happy, and forget all their worries."

Just then, a group of horses came running from a distance, and the sound of horse hooves echoed on the grassland.

Hannah sat up excitedly and looked at the horses. "Lu Yong, look at those horses. They are so majestic. It feels like a scene from a movie."

Lu Yong smiled and said: "The grasslands in Youyu are very suitable for raising horses. These horses are all raised by local herdsmen."

Hannah's eyes lit up, "Lu Yong, can we go riding horses? I've never ridden a horse before."

Lu Yong thought about it and said, "Okay, let's go ask the herdsmen if we can experience horse riding."

The two men stood up and walked towards the herd of horses.

After finding the herdsmen, we explained our purpose.

The herdsman enthusiastically agreed to their request and selected two docile horses for them.

Lu Yong first rode on the horse, demonstrated a circle on the grassland, and then got off to help Hannah get on the horse.

Hannah was a little nervous and held the reins tightly.

Lu Yong encouraged her: "Don't be afraid, Hannah, relax, I will protect you by your side."

With Lu Yong's encouragement, Hannah gradually relaxed and began to ride her horse carefully on the grassland.

After riding for a while, Hannah had basically mastered the skills of riding. She excitedly sped up and galloped across the grassland.

Lu Yong followed her and shouted, “Hannah, be careful, don’t go too fast!”

Hannah turned around and shouted with a smile: "Lu Yong, I'm so happy, this feels great!"

The sun gradually set behind the mountain, and the two men rode back to the herdsman and returned the horses to him.

Hannah said to the herder gratefully: "Thank you for letting us experience such an interesting horse riding."

The herdsman smiled and said, "You're welcome. You're welcome to visit Youyu often in the future."

It was getting dark, and they planned to find a B&B nearby to stay for the night and then spend the day here exploring tomorrow.

After arriving at the B&B, they found that the owners were a warm middle-aged couple. They prepared a warm room for Lu Yong and Hannah and served them steaming milk tea.

Hannah drank milk tea and said with emotion: "Lu Yong, today is really a fulfilling and happy day. The ecological tourism scenic spot in Youyu County has given me so many surprises."

Lu Yong smiled and said, "Yes, the ecological beauty and cultural customs of Youyu are unforgettable. We can continue to explore other places here tomorrow." The next morning, Lu Yong and Hannah got up early and prepared to start today's itinerary.

They came to a wetland park.

The wetland park is rich in aquatic plants and is home to a variety of birds.

They walked slowly along the path in the wetland park, and the wooden plank road under their feet made a slight creaking sound.

Hannah's eyes were like searchlights, not missing any corner. Suddenly, she excitedly grabbed Lu Yong's arm and whispered excitedly: "Lu Yong, look over there, that bird is so beautiful!"

Lu Yong looked in the direction she pointed and saw a colorful bird standing in the reeds. Its feathers sparkled with charming luster under the sunlight, and its long tail swayed gently, like an elegant dancer.

Lu Yong whispered, "This is a kingfisher. It is a master fisherman in the wetlands."

Hannah quickly took out her camera and carefully adjusted the angle, trying to record this beautiful moment.

Just as she pressed the shutter button, the kingfisher seemed to sense something and flew away flapping its wings.

Hannah said with some regret: "Oh, it flew away, but it was great to be able to take a picture of it parked there."

They continued walking forward and came to an open body of water.

A group of wild ducks were playing on the water. Sometimes they dived their heads into the water to look for food, and sometimes they flapped their wings happily, splashing crystal water.

Hannah was infected by the joyful scene and couldn't help laughing, "Lu Yong, look at these wild ducks, they are having so much fun, they feel like a group of carefree children."

Lu Yong smiled and said: "Yes, the wetland is their paradise. The abundant food and suitable environment here allow them to live freely."

In the wetland park, they also met a bird research expert.

Experts enthusiastically shared knowledge about wetland birds with them, telling them that Youyu Wetland Park is an important transit station for many migratory birds, and that every year a large number of migratory birds stop here to feed and replenish energy.

After hearing this, Hannah asked curiously, "What can we do to protect these lovely birds and their homes?"

The expert smiled and replied: "It's actually very simple. Everyone should enhance their awareness of ecological protection, not destroy the ecological environment of wetlands at will, and not kill birds. At the same time, we can also use publicity and education to let more people understand the importance of wetland protection."

Lu Yong and Hannah listened carefully and nodded from time to time. They felt that this encounter gave them a deeper understanding of ecological protection.

After leaving the wetland park, they came to a folk culture village.

The village is filled with a strong rural atmosphere. The well-arranged houses, the quaint stone roads, and the simple smiles on the faces of the villagers all make them feel the warmth of home.

Hannah was like a curious kitten, wandering around the village.

She walked into a handicraft shop which was filled with various exquisite handicrafts, including paper-cutting, embroidery, wood carving and so on.

Hannah picked up a paper-cut work and looked at it carefully. She was amazed by the lifelike flower and bird patterns on the paper-cut.

"Lu Yong, look at this paper-cut. It's so delicately cut. These lines look like they're alive."

Lu Yong smiled and said: "Youyu's paper-cutting art is very famous. Each work contains the wisdom and emotions of the local people."

The owner was a kind and amiable lady. Seeing that Hannah liked paper cutting so much, she enthusiastically invited her to try paper cutting.

Hannah was very excited. She sat at the table and the old lady patiently taught her how to hold the scissors and how to cut.

Although Hannah was a little flustered at first and the lines she cut were crooked, she was not discouraged. With the encouragement and guidance of the old lady, she gradually mastered the skills and cut out a simple but childlike little flower.

Hannah was holding her work, as happy as a child. "Lu Yong, look, I cut it out. Although it doesn't look good, it's the result of my paper cutting."

Lu Yong gave a thumbs up and said with a smile: "Great, very nice."

After coming out of the handicraft shop, they came to the village square.

A folk performance was being held in the square, with villagers dressed in bright costumes performing traditional dances and operas.

Hannah was attracted by the lively scene. She took Lu Yong's hand and squeezed into the crowd.

Hannah was fascinated by the actors' wonderful performances. She applauded from time to time and swayed her body to the rhythm.

After the performance, Hannah took photos with the actors. She smiled and said, "This is the most wonderful performance I have ever seen. Youyu's folk culture is so charming."

Before I knew it, it was lunch time.

They came to a farm restaurant and tasted the local specialties.

The restaurant owner recommended to them Youyu's specialty stew, which contains lamb, potatoes, vermicelli and other ingredients. It was stewed until it was soft and tasty and full of fragrance.

Hannah ate until her mouth was full of oil and kept praising: "Lu Yong, this dish is so delicious. The potatoes and vermicelli are full of the flavor of the soup. It's so delicious."

Lu Yong said with a smile: "Youyu's cuisine is like its ecology, both gifts from nature. Every bite allows people to feel the local characteristics and customs."

After lunch, they came to an orchard near the village.

In the orchard, all kinds of fruits are hanging on the branches, including red apples, yellow pears, and purple grapes.

Hannah excitedly walked around the orchard, picking an apple to taste, then picking a grape to put in her mouth.

She smiled and said, "Lu Yong, the fruits here are so sweet. They taste much better than those sold in supermarkets."

Lu Yong said: "Of course, the fruits here are all grown naturally without pesticides or fertilizers, so they are healthy and delicious."

The owner of the orchard was a simple farmer. Seeing that Hannah liked fruit so much, he warmly invited them to go to the orchard's warehouse to pick some fruit to take back.

Hannah was very happy. She picked a lot of fruits and filled several bags.

The farmer also gave them some dried fruits that he had sun-dried himself, and said with a smile: "These dried fruits are all made from fresh fruits. You can take them back and try them. They are very good as snacks."

Hannah said gratefully: "Thank you, uncle, you are so enthusiastic."

As the sun set, Lu Yong and Hannah left the Folk Culture Village with a lot of gains.

They sat in the car, looking out the window at the scenery of Youyu gradually disappearing into the distance, their hearts filled with reluctance.

Hannah leaned on Lu Yong's shoulder and whispered, "Lu Yong, this trip to Youyu was great. I saw the beautiful ecological scenery, experienced the rich folk culture, and tasted delicious specialties."

Lu Yong put his arm around her shoulders and said, "Yes, Youyu's ecological beauty and cultural charm are indeed intoxicating."

The car slowly drove out of Youyu County. Along the way, Lu Yong and Hannah were still discussing how to make more people understand Youyu and fall in love with Youyu. (End of this chapter)