On April 10, 2026, Yantai Yulong Commodity Co., Ltd. — a trusted oral care manufacturer with 20 years of experience — organized a vibrant spring outing and team-building event at Kunyu Mountain National Forest Park. Nearly 100 employees from all departments set aside their daily routines, stepped into nature, and spent an unforgettable day filled with laughter, delicious home-cooked food, and cheerful games.
The day began early with an energetic gathering at the company premises. Employees arrived with bright smiles, many carrying bags filled with homemade dishes they had prepared the night before. Shortly after 8:00 a.m., everyone boarded the comfortable coaches arranged by the company — a fleet of bright, clean buses that would carry the whole Yulong family together. As the buses pulled out of the factory gate, cheers and laughter filled the air. The journey itself became a rolling party, with colleagues sharing travel snacks, singing along to the radio, and playing word games across the aisles. The sense of unity was palpable: this was not just a trip, but a collective adventure.
After a scenic drive of about an hour, the coaches arrived at Kunyu Mountain National Forest Park. Kunyu Mountain is often called the “ancestor of all coastal peaks” for its commanding height of 922.8 meters at the main Taibo Summit. Stretching across Yantai and Weihai, the mountain range is known as a “natural oxygen bar” — a perfect escape from workshops and offices.
The group started climbing along winding mountain paths, but this outing had a special, heartwarming twist. Every employee had been invited to bring two homemade snacks or dishes from home — something they personally loved to cook. As the group reached a beautiful open meadow halfway up the mountain, it was time for the most anticipated part of the day: the outdoor shared lunch. Blankets were spread out on the grass, and soon the meadow turned into a colorful buffet of homemade delicacies. There were spicy pickled vegetables, sweet glutinous rice cakes, crispy fried spring rolls, savory stuffed buns, handmade cookies, fruit salads, and many other family recipes. Everyone eagerly walked around, tasting each other’s offerings, complimenting the cooks, and sharing stories behind their dishes. The atmosphere was filled with warmth, laughter, and the genuine joy of breaking bread together.
After the satisfying lunch, the team didn’t just pack up and leave. A series of fun interactive games were organized right there in the meadow. The games included a “guess the snack ingredient” challenge, a team relay race involving funny poses, and a group singing contest where each department had to perform a short song. The highlight was a “blindfolded taste test” — volunteers were blindfolded and had to guess which homemade snack they were being fed, much to the amusement of everyone watching. Laughter echoed across the hillside, and even a few other hikers stopped to watch and smile.
As the afternoon progressed, the group resumed the climb to higher peaks. The April scenery was particularly enchanting, with early-blooming wildflowers and vibrant moss phlox adding splashes of pink and purple to the green landscape. Colleagues encouraged each other along steeper sections, held hands when needed, and celebrated every small summit they reached. Reaching a scenic overlook, the team took a group photo with the vast coastline and rolling hills behind them — a perfect memory frozen in time.
Throughout the day, employees expressed overwhelming enjoyment and appreciation for the outing. “This is exactly what we needed — fresh air, good food, and wonderful colleagues,” said one staff member. “I feel so much closer to everyone now.” Many noted that stepping away from the production line and office desks together made them feel valued and cared for. The shared laughter during games, the pride in showcasing homemade dishes, and the collective effort of climbing as a team left a deep impression on everyone. A post-activity quick survey among participants showed that nearly all employees rated the day as “excellent” and expressed a strong desire for more such events in the future.
Seeing the enthusiastic response, the company management has decided to make team-building outings a regular part of Yulong’s corporate culture. “Our employees are our greatest asset,” a company representative stated. “We are truly delighted to see how much everyone enjoyed this spring outing. Moving forward, we will organize more similar activities — whether it’s seasonal trips, sports days, or family picnics — to strengthen our team spirit and keep the workplace joyful and connected.” The representative added that a healthy work-life balance and a positive, inclusive atmosphere are key to both employee happiness and the company’s long-term success.
When the sun began to set, the group made their way back down the mountain and boarded the same company coaches for the return trip. Tired but happy, many dozed off with smiles on their faces, while others flipped through photos and replayed the day’s funniest moments. The coaches carried not just tired bodies but full hearts — and a shared anticipation for the next adventure.
With smiling faces, full stomachs, and renewed energy, the Yulong team returned from Kunyu Mountain, already looking forward to more shared adventures to come.
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