Over 500 children celebrate at the fire department's large tent camp in Güsten!
Over 500 children experienced five days full of fun and adventure at the 35th tent camp of the Salzlandkreis District Fire Brigade Association in Güsten.

Over 500 children celebrate at the fire department's large tent camp in Güsten!
Last week, over 500 children and young people had the opportunity to become active at the Salzland District Fire Brigade Association's camp. The event took place over five days at the Hans-Weniger sports facility in Güsten and celebrated a major anniversary: It was the 35th tent camp and the 17th time at the Güsten location. Volksstimme reports that the event offered games, fun and excitement for all participants.
The Hans-Weniger sports facility impressed with optimal conditions that made the camp a real experience. The organizers and supporters were praised for their commitment, as such an event requires thorough preparation that begins a year in advance. The tent camp will continue to be popular in the future: it will take place again in Güsten in 2026.
Activities and offers for young people
The selection of activities left little to be desired. Football on a bouncy castle, painting and crafts provided variety. The space bubbles, in which the children could run on the water in the gravel shaft, were particularly popular. Such leisure activities are not only entertaining; They also promote cooperation and team building within the youth fire department.
The district youth fire brigade works as an independent organization in the district fire brigade association Salzlandkreis e.V. and represents the interests of all children and youth fire brigades in the district. Loud KFV SLK The youth fire brigade is actively committed to training and supporting young talent. With a total of 1,683 members, the youth fire department in the Salzland district is one of the strongest in the entire country.
The importance of leisure activities and camps
Adventure and nature experience are the top priority in modern pedagogy - and this particularly applies to youth fire departments. The youth fire department emphasizes how important leisure activities are as learning areas and meeting places. Here the young people not only build skills; they also strengthen bonds with their caregivers and peers. Well-prepared leisure activities are therefore highlights of the youth fire brigade year.
Organizing such events is no walk in the park, but requires a lot of commitment from the supervisors. They take responsibility for the young people during their free time and have to ensure that things run smoothly. Safety, supervision and pleasant food play a crucial role here.
In summary, the Salzland District Fire Brigade Association's tent camp shows how useful and valuable such initiatives are for young people. They not only offer a break from everyday life, but also the chance to gain new perspectives and develop important social skills. With a year of preparation and a colorful program, you can look forward to the upcoming camps in the Salzland district.