Great fun at children's bird shooting in Österdeichstrich!

Great fun at children's bird shooting in Österdeichstrich!

On July 16, 2025 it was that time again: the traditional children's bird shooting in Österdeichstrich attracted numerous young participants. Over 60 children did not miss the festive activity at the Schröder family's Easter farm. This event, which is of great importance not only for the children but also for the entire community, offered a lot of entertainment and fun.

The dance group “Black Pearl” kicked off the event with a rousing dance performance. This talented group is a cooperation between the Westerdeichstrich dance sports community and TSV Büsum and immediately put the spectators in a good mood. While the little ones fought for the titles of shooting queen and shooting king, parents and companions were able to enjoy a bouncy castle, coffee and delicious cake donations.

The game for the crown

Children's bird shooting itself is an exciting spectacle in which boys aim a crossbow at a wooden bird and have to dismantle it. Girls, on the other hand, try to hit the middle of a pecking bird hanging on ribbons three times. Each child plays for a random number per round, and the lottery number system ensures that the excitement stays until the end. The last person to hit the target is crowned the Archer King or Queen. There is always an exciting proclamation that reflects the children's joy and excitement. Further information about the rules can be found on the Children's Bird Shooting website, which explains in detail how the game works and what prizes await the winners. kindervogelschiessen.de explains that there is only one royal couple, which can have differences in age and size.

Children who actively participate in the game benefit from the non-cash prizes collected, which were made possible by donations from the community. At this point, we would like to thank all the helpers and supporters of the wonderful festival who helped make the children's bird shooting an unforgettable experience.

Children's festival in comparison

While in Österdeichstrich children are active with fun and games, there are also regular events in other cities such as Berlin to draw attention to children's rights. International Children's Day, celebrated on June 1, highlights play opportunities for children and calls for greater awareness of their rights. As t-online.de reports, families and children are cordially invited to take part in various activities there. This makes it clear how important it is to take children's needs and wishes seriously.

In Berlin, around 29 percent of the underage population have to struggle with poverty, which makes the importance of festive events such as the children's bird shooting in Österdeichstrich all the more clear. It turns out that local festivals are not only part of tradition, but also make a decisive contribution to the well-being of children and to strengthening the community.

All in all, the children's bird shooting in Österdeichstrich was a complete success and another example of how community activities help to give children unforgettable experiences and support their development.