After 70 years: Schützenverein Kalme hires the company!
After 70 years: Schützenverein Kalme hires the company!
In the tranquil Börßum, an era comes to an end: After 70 years, the Kalme shooting club has made the decision to dissolve. This was reported by the Wolfenbüttel district rifle association in a recent press release. The last rifle breakfast, a traditional event, took place in the club's premises at the end of September and represented an emotional farewell.
The shooting club Kalme, which was founded in 1954, only has 17 members these days. Regrettably, only two members live in Kalm themselves, while the others are still connected to the association, despite moving or changing marriage to other villages. More details on the reasons for the dissolution are not mentioned in the message, but the numbers indicate a falling number of members.
last rifle breakfast
As part of the last rifle breakfast, which traditionally always takes place on the last Sunday in September, the members came together to look back on the past of the association. Of the 17 remaining members, only eleven were able to take part in the event due to illness. Guests included the Hoppenstedt shooting club, with which a close friendship has been maintained since 1990, as well as numerous representatives of the district shooting association Wolfenbüttel.
The event was visited by Sarah Grabenhorst-Quidde, the chairman of the district rifle association, and Michaela Schutz, the chairman of the Unterkreis V Iberg. The velvet community Oderwald was represented by Karsten Bötel, and Mayor Andreas Hauenschild from the municipality of Börßum was also present. This sociable gathering offered space for memories and stories that have shaped club life over the decades.
The history of the association
The shooting club Kalme has a rich history that was shaped by loyal members. The 1st chairman Wolfgang Hentschke has headed the club for 50 years. A lot has changed during this time, but Hentschke's commitment remains unforgettable. The cashier Siegfried Giesler and the long -time secretary Alfred Libbe have also contributed to the success of the association for decades.
The integration of women into the club began in 1976 with the foundation of a women's team, which was led by Thea Giesler as a women's spokeswoman. Over the years, various committed members performed important functions that contributed to the stability of the association and strengthened the community.
The association originally had to deal with financial difficulties, but they were overcome by the ingenuity of its members. Initially, the shooting took place in a barn, later even from a window of a restaurant. It was not until 1957 that a shooting range was built in -house, which is still used today. This independence shows the strong cohesion and determination of the members over the years.The Kalme's shooting club not only took an important place in the region, but also maintained friendships beyond the borders and preserved numerous traditions. The decision to dissolve not only does the remaining members make hard, but also leaves a trace of nostalgia and dignity that has shaped club life for so long. For a detailed view of the case, See the report on regionalheute.de .
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