Amidst a growing interest in eco-tours and nature education in China, the Naturewin Eco-Creation Hub officially opened its doors on May 18 in Beijing, providing a dedicated meeting place for the city's nature lovers. The hub's inauguration at the West Gate of Olympic Forest Park's North Garden saw dozens of natural history enthusiasts gather to celebrate this new venture aimed at fostering a deeper connection with the natural world.

The Naturewin Eco-Creation Hub is a multifaceted establishment, integrating a nature-themed book cafe, a nature experience center, a nature school, and an eco-tour agency. Its primary goal is to nurture naturalists among the capital's residents. Zhao Chao, founder and CEO of Beijing Naturewin Tech, expressed this vision at the opening ceremony, quoting Dr. Jane Goodall: "We can all be naturalists." He added, "We expect that our hub will become a place where nature lovers can meet and grow together."

The establishment of this unique space received significant backing from various organizations, including Beijing Olympic Forest Park, Zeiss Optics, and Chinese National Geographic Books. A notable feature of the hub is that it has become Beijing's first experience center for Zeiss binoculars and telescopes. According to Zhao, the hub was completed before Chinese New Year and underwent a three-month trial run before its official public opening.

Visitors to the Naturewin Eco-Creation Hub can immerse themselves in nature-related literature by reading books and photo albums. The hub also offers parent-child nature courses every weekend and hosts nature experiences suitable for all age groups. Furthermore, primary and secondary school students can participate in dedicated nature study activities. "We offer bird-watching tours at Olympic Forest Park every weekend," Zhao mentioned, highlighting one of the regular activities.

Zhao Chao, an ornithology graduate, established Naturewin 10 years ago with a dedication to promoting nature education and eco-tours throughout China. The company has articulated a commitment since its founding in 2016 to creating a natural lifestyle for Chinese families. This is pursued through practices in nature travel, education, and conservation, all aimed at promoting harmonious coexistence between humans and nature.

The opening ceremony was graced by several distinguished guests who shared their experiences and contributed to the hub. Renowned children's book author Bao Dongni, plant-themed nonfiction author Shi Jun, and wildlife photographer and scientific illustrator Zhang Yu, all shared captivating nature experiences with the enthusiasts present and generously donated their books to the new space.

Bao Dongni recounted tales from her extensive travels with Naturewin to remarkable global destinations such as the Arctic and Antarctic, the Galapagos Islands, and the East African savannas, illustrating the profound experiences nature travel can offer.

Shi Jun delivered an insightful talk titled "The History of China in a Bowl of Rice." He discussed the origins and development of various grains from different continents, with a special focus on China. Copies of his latest books, including The History of Grains, The History of Fruits, and The History of Vegetables, were gifted to lucky members of the audience.

Zhang Yu shared his fascinating wildlife observation experiences from local sites like Olympic Forest Park. He described the feeding habits of the little grebe, the eating behaviors of the common merganser, the nesting behavior of magpies, and the foraging behavior of blackbirds. He emphasized that these common species, observable by ordinary people in Beijing, can offer an experience as captivating as watching a nature documentary. His book, What Animals Taught Me, was also distributed to fortunate attendees.