The social capital of the village of Ruś has been activated primarily in connection with the plan to launch a mining village in the vicinity of the village. Actions taken to preserve existing natural values contributed to creating a social bond between the inhabitants. Initially, the leadership of the village was taken over by the village headman of Ruś, with the support of the village council, and with time, due to the need to formalize the activities of the community, an association was established. The rise of the association, participation in the meetings, and commitment to the Ruś community are important components of the emerging social capital of the countryside. New residents of Ruś, who have chosen this place as their home after 2000, are primarily those who have made an informed choice of "their place on earth," hence strong identification with the living space and the need to "root." High awareness of such values as the clean, unchanged natural environment, the cultural continuity of the place of residence, or local ties have freed up activities that create a friendly space for the inhabitants while being open to newcomers.The social capital of the village of Ruś has been activated primarily in connection with the plan to launch a mining village in the vicinity of the village. Actions taken to preserve existing natural values contributed to creating a social bond between the inhabitants. Initially, the leadership of the village was taken over by the village headman of Ruś, with the support of the village council, and with time, due to the need to formalize the activities of the community, an association was established. The rise of the association, participation in the meetings, and commitment to the Ruś community are important components of the emerging social capital of the countryside. New residents of Ruś, who have chosen this place as their home after 2000, are primarily those who have made an informed choice of "their place on earth," hence strong identification with the living space and the need to "root." High awareness of such values as the clean, unchanged natural environment, the cultural continuity of the place of residence, or local ties have freed up activities that create a friendly space for the inhabitants while being open to newcomers.