Colorful years

When Congcong went with his father Qiangzhong to Zhangjiajie Forest Farm to transport pine resin, he was not yet thirteen years old!

Before dawn, the father and son got up early. After a quick wash, they hurriedly ate a bowl of the steaming hot breakfast that Shi Daya had carefully prepared for them, and then set off on their arduous journey as the sun rose.

Diaolan Village is more than 30 miles away from Zhangjiajie State-owned Forest Farm, and the round trip is more than 60 miles!

Along the way, they had to travel through winding country roads, cross mountains and valleys, and encounter many hardships and dangers.

First, you have to cross the crystal-clear Xiangzhi Creek, where the water flows gently and makes a pleasant sound.

Next, you have to climb the steep and dangerous mountain slope, and every step requires a lot of effort.

After finally climbing to the top of Moon Pass, you have to carefully descend the rugged mountain path to reach the headquarters of the forest farm.

The headquarters is located in a canyon basin at the confluence of the Pipa Creek and the Golden Whip Creek. This basin is small, only about 3,000 square meters in area, but it is enough to accommodate more than 500 forestry workers.

The pine resin oil was collected from the dense forest by hardworking forestry workers and stored at the farm headquarters to await transportation.

The uses of pine resin oil are quite extensive. It is not only an essential raw material for manufacturing many industrial products such as soap, pigments, and varnishes, but also...

Moreover, it can greatly enhance the product's gloss and waterproof performance, taking its quality to the next level.

The reason why pine resin oil is an excellent waterproofing agent is because of its outstanding waterproofing properties.

This property has led to the widespread use of pine resin oil in many fields, especially in places with strict requirements for moisture and corrosion prevention.

For example, in the construction industry, people often apply pine resin oil to the surface of buildings to enhance their ability to resist rainwater erosion;

In shipbuilding, pine resin oil can effectively protect the hull from seawater damage and extend the service life of the vessel.

In conclusion, thanks to its excellent waterproofing properties, pine resin oil has become an indispensable material in many waterproofing projects.

Pine resin oil not only performs well in the industrial field, but also plays a remarkable role in the medical field.

First, it has a significant astringent effect, which can help wounds heal quickly and reduce bleeding.

Secondly, the anti-inflammatory properties of pine resin oil make it a powerful aid in treating various skin diseases. Whether it's common burns or stubborn ulcers, the proper use of pine resin oil often yields satisfactory results.

In addition, pine resin oil can also be useful when we experience itchy or inflamed skin. By gently applying it to the affected area, it can quickly soothe discomfort and restore calm and comfort to the skin.

In addition to these, pine resin oil has some little-known but equally useful functions.

One of its uses is as fuel. Because pine resin is easily combustible and releases a high amount of heat, it can be used as a reliable source of fuel for lighting in certain situations.

In addition, pine resin oil is also a high-quality raw material for making inks. Inks made with pine resin oil have vibrant and long-lasting colors and superior printing quality, making them popular among printers. Therefore, although pine resin oil may seem ordinary, it actually contains enormous potential and value.

In the vast and picturesque Zhangjiajie Forest Farm, more than 10,000 mu of towering pine trees grow lushly. These pine trees not only add a touch of verdant vitality to this land, but also bring a very important local specialty—pine resin oil.

Unfortunately, before the forest farm began developing tourism, the area was inconveniently located and lacked even a decent road.

This has resulted in a large amount of pine resin oil being left idle in the mountains and forests, unable to fully demonstrate its enormous value and efficacy.

Time flies, and finally a turning point arrived. When the Baiheping Commune, which was closest to the forest farm, successfully built a road, it was like a ray of dawn breaking through the darkness, and pine resin oil had a valuable opportunity to be transported and sold outside the area.

Now, the clever and quick-witted Congcong often accompanied his father, carrying heavy loads to transport precious pine resin. This seemingly simple yet arduous work held extraordinary significance for Congcong, serving multiple purposes!

Firstly, through such hard work day after day, Congcong not only forged his strong bones and muscles, but also tempered his tenacious will.

Secondly, their hard work has also added a considerable income to their families, improving their living conditions;

Thirdly, and most gratifyingly for Congcong, was the opportunity to listen to his father recount those captivating and popular historical stories during the long journey.