Can pregnant women raft? Is rafting in Qingyuan dangerous?

The weather is hot in summer, and rafting is an exciting activity to cool off. But for pregnant women, is rafting a dangerous sport? Can pregnant women raft? Is rafting dangerous? What should you pay attention to before rafting?

Can pregnant women raft?

It is recommended that pregnant women not raft. This sport is too exciting, and there are unpredictable accidents during the exercise, which may cause fetal distress. Safety should be considered For the most important. Pregnant women should not soak in cold water for a long time. It may cause accidents and infections. Excessive mental stress can also cause uterine contractions and miscarriage.

Is rafting dangerous?

Generally speaking, rafting river sections are relatively safe, as long as you don’t get off the boat casually, don’t fight with each other, and don’t actively grab floating objects in the water and the shore. The raft will not capsize due to the vegetation and rocks on the side. It doesn't matter if the boat capsizes, just hold your breath and be careful not to choke on the water, because you are wearing a life jacket. Rafting is a challenge of physical fitness and courage. While you seek excitement and enjoy happiness, you must pay attention to safety and master some skills. During the rafting process, since there are many drop areas and large drop areas throughout the process, do not bring anything that is afraid of getting wet to avoid falling or being damaged. Friends who wear glasses should tie them with rubber bands in advance. You must wear a life jacket at all times to prevent the boat from capsizing accidentally. During the rafting process, you should pay attention to the arrows and slogans along the way, which can help you be alert to the water drop zone in advance. When going down the rapids, hold on to the handrails on the inside of the boat, and the person sitting in the back leans slightly backwards. The two of you must ensure that the boat is balanced and parallel to the river, and go down the river. When the boat is stuck, you should not stand up in a hurry. You should stabilize the boat and find a foothold before you can stand up.

Rafting tips

1. Rafting will cause your clothes to get completely wet. Please be prepared to change clothes or buy rafting souvenir clothes at the reception station of the scenic spot;?

2 , You cannot wear high heels on the boat (life jackets are provided free of charge), valuables cannot be brought on the boat (can be stored), and please do not bring mobile phones, cameras, video cameras, etc. while rafting;

3. Strictly abide by the scenic spots when rafting Safety rules for rafting, do not get off the boat without permission;

4. The following people are strictly prohibited from rafting activities: pregnant women, disabled people, people under 14 years old to over 60 years old, very weak people, drunk tourists and people with heart disease disease, hypertension, mental illness, and dementia patients.

Precautions for rafting

1. Preparation before rafting

1. Clothing: You must wear long clothes and long trousers (choose clothes and trousers made of quick-drying fabrics). In particular, teammates must not "drift naked". After N hours of rafting, if the skin is wet and then exposed to direct sunlight, it will inevitably suffer severe sunburn, and the reflection from the water surface can also easily cause damage to the skin.

2. Sun protection products (wide-brimmed hats, outdoor headscarves, sunscreen, sunglasses, eyeglass cords, etc.)

3. Inflatable chair cushions: can be replaced by inflatable pillows during the rafting process There is bound to be water in the middle boat. The river water is very cold. Sitting in the cold water for a long time will be very uncomfortable. Moreover, the bottom of the boat is very thin, and it will cause pain if it is scraped against stones.

4. Beach shoes: During the rafting process, there will inevitably be water in the boat. If you are barefoot, it is easy to get scratched when getting off the boat or capsizing, so beach shoes are the best and necessary choice.

5. Waterproof bag: Waterproof bag can be used to store mobile phones, cameras, lighters, cigarettes and other items that are afraid of getting wet. It is recommended to put the items into a sealed plastic bag first and then put them into a waterproof bag. Because the moisture on the river is heavy, and the river water is cold and the sun is hot, the waterproof bag will also return moisture.

The waterproof bag must be fastened to the boat or body with a rope or quick hook to avoid unnecessary losses caused by accidents and other situations.

6. Prepare 1 to 2 sets of dry clothes: you will definitely get wet while rafting. If you don’t have spare clothes, it will be very uncomfortable to wear wet clothes.

7. Ready-to-eat food: Choose ready-to-eat food that is easy to carry, such as chocolate. You can take it on board to replenish your energy when you feel tired.

8. Water washing tools: You can use any tools such as water bottles and water ladles. Water ladles are easier to use when there is a lot of water in the boat, and mineral water is much more convenient when there is less water.

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9. Gloves: Rowing is required during rafting. In order to prevent blisters on our hands, it is recommended that each of us wear a pair of thin gloves to avoid tanning the backs of our hands.

2. Precautions during rafting

1. Lifejacket: Be sure to put on a lifejacket before entering the water, and tie all the lapels and belts tightly, because once the boat capsizes, this clothes will be Absolutely lifesaving.

2. Boat: When choosing a boat, be sure to pay attention to whether the boat is adequately inflated. A boat with insufficient inflation is particularly tiring to paddle and has poor elasticity. It is more likely to capsize when passing through certain sections of road than a boat with sufficient inflation.

Once you’ve chosen your boat, don’t be in a hurry to leave. Leave after a period of calm and observe whether the boat is slowly leaking air. During the rafting process, you should also pay attention to whether the hull of the boat is scratched by sharp rocks. Once you discover or have any doubts about the current situation of the boat, immediately report it to the leader or drift guard, and then approach the shore where you can stay.

3. Boating essentials: During the rafting process, the boat should try to keep traveling in the direction of the current, especially in places with strong waves and strong currents. It is also necessary to adjust the direction of the boat at any time to prevent it from running aground or becoming stranded. Capsize.

4. Capsizing and falling into the water: It is not surprising that the boat capsizes while drifting in the Wave River. It is basically due to improper operation. Don’t panic after falling into the water. As long as the life jacket is worn and fastened, there will be no life-threatening danger.

After falling into the water, your body will sink. Don’t be nervous. Just hold your breath. The buoyancy of the water and the life jacket will soon lift you out of the water. If you fall into the water in a rapid, don't kick and struggle, as you can easily get injured by the rocks at the bottom of the river. Just keep your balance and go down the water. When you encounter a rock out of the water, you can grab it and wait for rescue. If you can't find one, floaters and teammates will quickly come to help.