Uelsen celebrates 175 years of citizen shooting: a festival full of tradition and fun!

Uelsen celebrates 175 years of citizen shooting: a festival full of tradition and fun!

It's a busy time in Uelsen at the moment: the city is celebrating the 175th anniversary of its oldest citizens' shooting club, and no one can miss it! From July 11th to 15th, 2025, the club will be honored not only with tradition and custom, but also with plenty of cheerfulness. This celebration has a colorful program that is sure to have something for everyone.

Another highlight will be the big star march on Sunday, in which numerous clubs from the county, Emsland and the Netherlands will take part. The Royal Shooting, a fun and exciting event, takes place on Monday and promises to push participants to their limits. All in all, the festival not only offers festivities, but also community, and is a reminder of six generations who worked tirelessly for the club - a remarkable solidarity!

The club in focus

The Citizens' Rifle Association e. V. Uelsen has created a small showcase on his website. Here, interested parties can not only find information about the association's tasks and goals, but also browse through a photo gallery that documents the history and festive occasions. Visitors are warmly invited to express suggestions and questions, which strengthens the connection between the members and friends of the association.

A few weeks ago, the club was able to shine with a very special treat: it won a competition run by Antenne Niedersachsen and can now look forward to a main prize of 10,000 euros. Such successes promote commitment and provide a breath of fresh air in club life, as does the club's active Instagram page, which offers humorous clips and is managed by Tobi Lübbermann.

A piece of history and community

But what is actually behind the shooting club phenomenon? These organizations originated in the period following the Napoleonic Wars and have evolved from medieval brotherhoods to modern sports clubs. Shooting clubs are not only places of sport, but also socially important, as history shows: There have been ups and downs, adjustments to political regimes and revival after wars. The German Shooting Association, the largest association with over 13,000 shooting clubs, also sees itself as the guardian of these traditions. In Germany, shooting has been an intangible cultural heritage since 2015, as the comprehensive information on Wikipedia confirms.

In Uelsen, people not only celebrate but also honor what the shooting clubs have done for the community over the decades. Whether it's a star march, a shooting competition or a social get-together - one thing is certain: this festival will be a great opportunity to look back together on what we've achieved and to tackle the future with fresh enthusiasm!

The festival in Uelsen has a lot to offer, and the anticipation is growing day by day. Whether for entertainment, sport or simply to enjoy good company - everyone is welcome to be part of this great tradition!

For further information about the celebrations and the club, please visit the website of the Uelsen Citizens' Shooting Association. Details about the history of the shooting clubs can also be found on Wikipedia. And for the latest updates and humorous insights, check out the GN-Online page.