The kin's settlement VedGrad is located in a picturesque, ecologically clean area around the village of Zamoshye in the Ugransky District of the Smolensk Region.
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The settlement's lands include several fields around and plots in the forest with a total area of 220 hectares. The territory is adjacent to a large forest area, consisting mainly of aspen and birch forests in the southeast and pine forests in the northwest. The area is ecologically clean, with the nearest large city almost fifty kilometers away. This proximity to nature provides residents with the cleanest air and the opportunity to enjoy the beauty of the surrounding world at any time of the year. The absence of large industrial centers within a radius of fifty kilometers guarantees peace and quiet, disturbed only by birdsong and the rustling of leaves.
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The nearest picturesque river (Ugra) flows three kilometers away (through the village of Znamensk). There, you can not only go boating, but also swim in shallow and deep water. It is a popular place for fishing and boating.
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An atmosphere of creativity and a shared desire for improvement reigns in the kin's settlement VedGrad. The recent residents' meeting was a vivid confirmation of this. All participants unanimously identified key tasks and goals for the near future concerning the development of the kin's settlement. This demonstrates the strong cohesion of the community and a shared vision of the promising and inspiring path that VedGrad settlement has ahead of it.
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One of the key areas of activity for the residents of the VedGrad settlement is the production of natural teas. The entire process, from the collection and fermentation of herbs to their careful drying, is carried out directly on the territory of the kin's settlement.
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The settlers also make Slavic clothing, using traditional techniques such as weaving, sewing, and knitting. Toys also occupy a special place, as they are also made by hand, preserving the spirit of folk crafts.
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Nature generously shares its gifts with the residents of the kin's settlement. Many residents have the opportunity to pick mushrooms right on their plots, which testifies to the favorable ecological environment and skillful approach to land use.
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Life in the VedGrad settlement is filled not only with work, but also with the joy of communication. Various festivals are held regularly, bringing residents together and allowing them to share their experiences and knowledge. Master classes are organized for those who wish to learn about crafts and traditions.
