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They come out to the feeders every day and wait for our help.

January 30, 2026

They come out to the feeders every day and wait for our help.

In winter, bison cannot find enough food on their own. Snow, crust, and frost make it very difficult to find food without regular feeding. Hay and grain require constant expenditure. We cannot stop providing assistance while winter continues.

There is already a result

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In the fall of 2025, the lead singer of the group Artik

Sevil participates in environmental campaigns, such as tree planting. She also supports waste recycling and admits that she doesn't wear real fur coats, preferring synthetic materials, which is not only environmentally friendly but also ethical.

The singer is convinced that "if we want to be surrounded by decent people who care about nature, it's best to join this community. Of course, we should start with ourselves. Be mindful of how we treat the environment. Of course, the most basic, simple rules: leave behind a clean, bright environment." Sevil encourages her listeners to be mindful and kind, and positive changes will follow.

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This week was dedicated to the "Save the Springs" project. We talked about living water, why springs are so important for nature and people, what happens to springs without care, how we work, and about springs that have already been brought back to life.

Why is this important? Springs often go unnoticed, but they feed rivers and support plants and animals. The disappearance of a spring means the loss of water, the natural balance, and a piece of the local history.

What's already been accomplished: Yesterday we told you about springs where you can once again come to water, collect it, and simply enjoy nature. And these are just some of the springs that have been preserved. You can support it by following this link.

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The "Save the Springs" project has already borne fruit. Where access to water was previously difficult or the spring had gradually lost its strength, clean, living water now flows once again.

We've landscaped the "Spring of Life" ("Purnăs çălkuçě") within the Cheboksary Botanical Garden. The spring has become a landmark for local residents. People come here for water, for walks, and simply to be close to nature.

Kazan: The Akinsky Klyuch spring has been reopened after improvements. This place has a long history and is inextricably linked to the life of the city. Now, it's convenient to access the spring, collect water, and spend some quiet time nearby.

Volgograd: We have revived the St. John the Theologian Spring. It remains an important place for those who come for water and peace. ❄ The surrounding area is now clean and tidy, and access to the spring is safe.

These are just a few of the springs we've managed to improve. All the springs we've already worked with have been collected. on the project map.

Tomorrow we'll sum up the week and tell you how you can support the "Save the Springs" project.

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How we work in the Save the Springs project

January 21, 2026

Working with springs requires a careful approach and an understanding of natural processes. In the "Save the Springs" project, we work with Russian Geographical SocietyThis partnership helps select territories based on expert assessment and make informed conservation decisions.

What exactly do we do?

We clear and restore flow so that water can freely reach the surface, strengthen approaches to springs to reduce the load on the soil and banks, remove debris and sediment, preserving the natural balance, and improve the area around the spring so that people have access to a living source of clean water.

Thanks to this work, springs continue to support ecosystems, provide clean water for plants and animals, and remain part of the cultural landscape.

Tomorrow we will tell you more about the springs we have already improved.

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Springs rarely disappear suddenly. More often, it happens gradually and unnoticed.

First, the flow is disrupted. The spring becomes silted up, and the source begins to stagnate. The water loses quality, and the spring ceases to perform its natural function.

The main reasons are known:

deforestation nearby, cattle grazing, trampling approaches to the source, economic activity near the spring

This changes the hydrological regime. The spring may become shallow, become swampy, or disappear completely.

When a spring disappears, the area loses more than just a source of water. Soil moisture decreases, the microclimate changes, and the plants and animals for whom it was the center of life disappear.

Tomorrow we'll tell you exactly how we're working on the "Save the Springs" project.

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Save the Springs Project Week

January 19, 2026

You chose this project in our vote, so we begin a week dedicated to living water.

Why is it alive? Because a spring is more than just a source of water. It emerges from the earth, lives alongside the surrounding nature, and requires care.

Living spring:

It provides a stable flow of clean water and feeds rivers, and sometimes becomes the only source of drinking water during droughts or emergency situations. It forms unique ecosystems, maintaining biodiversity, soil moisture, and reducing erosion. It has cultural and historical significance and is part of the natural heritage. It becomes an indicator of groundwater health.

If a spring is not looked after, it becomes silted up, overgrown and gradually disappears.

The "Save the Springs" project is a systematic effort to restore and improve springs across the country. This week, we'll be sharing information about how the project works and the changes it's already making.

You can help the project here.

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We continue feeding the bison

January 15, 2026

Without winter feeding, bison in the Klyazminsko-Lukhsky Nature Reserve are forced to venture beyond the protected area in search of food. This means risking encounters with poachers or exposure to roads.

But for this endangered species, winter is about more than just surviving. Stressed animals have a lower reproductive rate, and females need to maintain optimal weight to give birth this spring.

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It's the first workday after the holidays, but the festive spirit is still in the air—Old New Year is just around the corner! For some, it's a time of coziness and lights, including sparklers.

Although sparklers are classified as Class I pyrotechnics, their use still leaves traces in the environment. Parts of partially burned materials, metal wires, and paper wrappers—all of these can end up in the snow, on the ground, and eventually in bodies of water.

Litter is especially noticeable in areas where people most often celebrate and light such lights, such as courtyards, parks, and natural areas. Snow and leaves trap small particles that take a long time to decompose, and wind and meltwater spread them further. Even if the lights initially appear harmless, they still become part of the city's trash.

So, if you're looking to add some light and warmth to your Old New Year's celebration, consider more eco-friendly options, like natural wax candles. They're no less beautiful, just better for the planet.

Let the Old New Year be cozy, beautiful and eco-friendly.

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