Orient Land Trust is a non-profit land trust created around Valley View Hot Springs, its unique culture and environment.

With the Orient Mine and Everson Ranch, we now protect 2,200 acres, its wildlife corridor, pristine spring waters, hiking trails, rustic cabins, and camping. Visitors of all ages and walks of life enjoy free educational programs, clothing-optional naturist open space, geothermal warmth, hydroelectric energy, and Colorado's largest bat colony.  Read more...

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Change of Management
Thursday, August 29th, 2013

Change of Management

August 28th, 2013 We have made changes in our organization today that will build a foundation for the future while honoring the past. This will be a future that emphasizes the profound vision of our founders, Neil & Terry, and is rooted in their original intention and purpose. We will be working with them to continue to develop the organization they established to preserve and protect OLT lands and the…
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Thursday, August 15th, 2013

Rain: Keeping it in Perspective

"On a positive note...all of the rain of late has been beneficial for most areas at helping to ease the short term meteorological drought. But...it is important to remember that not everyone has been the recipient of significant rainfall nor has the drought eased at all in the deeper sense of the word. It took us years to get into the drought and it will take us years to get…
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Saturday, May 11th, 2013

Financial Sustainability

This year we have had to make a priority out of doing some long due upgrading. We have had to build another employee cabin to house Mike and Cherrye, who will help to fill the huge void left by Neil and Terry's retirement. We are completely revamping the electrical system to allow us to continue to operate under drought conditions, which look like they are here to stay for the…
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Lifecycle of a Frozen Dinner
Saturday, May 11th, 2013

Lifecycle of a Frozen Dinner

Looking at the entire lifecycle of the products we buy can lead to a new understanding of sustainable choices and our impact on the planet's resources. When we buy a product, we generally aren't thinking of everything that went into getting that product to our home or what happens to it after we are finished with it. A simple action such as throwing away an uneaten frozen dinner is only…
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OLT Buys Locally - Let's All Do It!
Saturday, May 11th, 2013

OLT Buys Locally - Let's All Do It!

The Orient Land Trust is committed to our community. Our mission statement is clear: "Orient Land Trust is dedicated to the preservation of natural and biological resources, agricultural lands, wildlife habitat, open space, and historic and geologic features of the northern San Luis Valley for the education and enjoyment of current and future generations." Equally important is OLT's commitment to the economy of the northern San Luis Valley and its…
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Valley View Trading Post!
Saturday, May 11th, 2013

Valley View Trading Post!

How often have you awoken in the Valley View Village and longed for a hot cafe au lait or hot chocolate of a lovely June morning? How often have your kids asked for ice cream on a hot August afternoon? Well, we have a solution! We are putting in a lovely Amish log cabin next to the Pavilion and we will be having local youth working to help you as…
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Fine Art: Painting Workshop - July 28-31
Saturday, May 11th, 2013

Fine Art: Painting Workshop - July 28-31

Presented by Orient Land Trustand Artist Jude Bischoff Join this four day intensive painting workshop covering composition, drawing and painting techniques that will have you making beautiful paintings with no pre-planning or preconceived ideas. Jude believes in letting art flow from your soul like water from a mountain spring. July 28 through July 31, 2013 All paint and materials included, for more information contact Jude at 760-668-9408 View Jude’s work…
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  • Naturism by Neil & Terry Seitz, FoundersHistory of Naturism at OLT
  • Words of Wisdom by Neil & Terry Seitz, FoundersSharing experience and wisdom that helped sustain this special place through the decades.

For the education, enjoyment, and well-being of current and future generations, Orient Land Trust: 
promotes a positive clothing-optional experience at all properties including Valley View Hot Springs, Orient Mine and Everson Ranch;
preserves the viewshed, including land acquisition; 
protects natural, wild, agricultural, and historic resources, in the northern San Luis Valley.

Values

  • Dedication to inclusiveness and the public good
  • Accountability to a diverse public community and maintaining their trust
  • Social and environmental justice beyond mandates
  • Respect for the worth and dignity of individuals and nature
  • Embracing naturism through practice and education
  • Modeling collaborative pluralism, transparency, integrity and honesty
  • Pledging excellence and responsibility in stewarding resources
  • Encouraging lifelong learning

Goals

  • Visitor Space Protection and Management: Maintain and protect Valley View Hot Springs as an affordable, peaceful and family-friendly clothing-optional recreational facility that enhances the visitor experience year round.
  • Conservation and Preservation: Follow the highest possible standards for land preservation, agricultural practices, and energy and water conservation.
  • Research and Education: Facilitate scientific research around OLT resources, and promote educational programs and activities suitable for adults and children.
  • Staff Development and Community Relations: Maintain OLT as a responsible citizen of the San Luis Valley.