Language: English, Russian is welcome
This camp is a great opportunity to see one of the beauties cities of “Golden Ring” of Russia. The Golden Ring (Russian: Zolotoye Kol’tso) is a group of historical cities northeast of Moscow that has played an important role in Russian history.
Location: Pereslavl-Zalessky is a city with almost 1000 history and it is one of the Golden Ring cities. Pereslavl-Zalessky is known for its historical buildings, including old Russian monasteries, churches and cathedrals. It is located 140 kilometers northeast of Moscow and on the southeastern shore of Lake Pleshcheyevo.
Work: This workcamp is run by the regional government since 2004. The Children's home (2009) and the House of mercy (2009) in Tutaev, pensioner’s apartments, an accomplishment of parks to the 1000 anniversary of the Yaroslavl city (2010) has been repaired.
This year we repair social objects (the socially-rehabilitation centers, houses-boarding schools, schools) and monuments of architecture. Volunteers will work together with Russian participants of the camp. Work 6 hours a day except 1 day in week.
Accommodation: Habitation, food, excursions – at the expense of our organization. We will live in hostel, located not far from the work place, 4-6 people in the room, toilet and bathroom on the floor. We will have a bus to reach a working place. Meals 3 times a day will be provided in the canteen. Alcohol is prohibited in our camp.
Free time activities: In the evening we have competition and entertainment for participants. You can swim in the lake. On days off we offer excursions, picnics and free time activities. Volunteers may enjoying hiking around the area, where are many churches, monuments and beautiful nature. The trip to Yaroslavl’ – a regional center and one of the oldest and most beautiful cities of the “Golden ring” of Russia will be organized.
Transportation: 4 hours from Moscow by bus or train.