Limited Reopening - August 3rd

Reservations required. No walk-ins! Capacity and pool access is limited.

New office hours, departure time, and gate entry hours.

Staff and phone lines will be very busy. Thank you for your patience.

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The 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...

Guidelines Rates and Reservations Bat Tours

Sunflowers
Thursday, July 30th, 2020

Valley View Re-opening August 3rd

Orient Land Trust is reopening Valley View Hot Springs, Monday, August 3, 2020! (Limited capacity, pre-paid reservations required, overnight admissions only) There are new office hours. There will initially be many calls, your patience is greatly appreciated. We will only be taking reservations for one month out. If you want to reserve a date in September or October, please wait until 30 days before your desired date of arrival to…
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Breakfast at Member's Weekend 2014
Thursday, July 30th, 2020

Member Appreciation Weekend?

You may notice on the calendar that MAW (Member Appreciation Weekend) is still showing. Obviously, we can't have the event that everyone looks forward to every year. Having people dancing for hours in the Pavilion is just not in the cards. We would like to do something to recognize and appreciate the members so we are leaving it there. If nothing else, realize that you, the members, are appreciated. Your…
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Welcome Center
Tuesday, July 21st, 2020

Letter to Members

Dear Members,As many of you have heard, Orient Land Trust is planning on reopening Valley View Hot Springs in August. We have a few things yet to do to prepare for that day. Currently our staff is furloughed to save OLT valuable resources during the time of closure. No one is in the office to answer the phone or your emails. We have 4,000 members and I would love to…
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2019 Board Members
Friday, July 17th, 2020

Annual Outreach Board Meeting - July 18

This weekend, the hot springs will not be open so we will not be able to welcome the general public in person. It has been many months since the board members were able to meet in person. The meeting will be available on the internet but the quality of sound may be marginal as we will be physically distanced and wearing masks. Join us on Zoom to follow along. If…
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Virtual Oak House Jam
Tuesday, July 7th, 2020

Save the Date: Oak House Jam - July 10

Back by popular demand... John Standish and Mark Allen are returning to John's home studio for another interactive livestream show. Sing, dance, party and support OLT from the comfort (and safety) of your home. And join us for an ALL REQUEST* Virtual OAK HOUSE JAM 2 with Mark & John
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Deer visiting the Main Soaking Poind
Tuesday, July 7th, 2020

Be prepared, it will not be “Back to Normal”

"I can't wait to get back to normal," is a frequent comment. When OLT reopens to members and guests, it will not be back to normal. There are many additional guidelines that we are considering in the effort to increase safety and protect the health of staff and visitors. These precautions are necessary based on the nature of the coronavirus and the background information from epidemiologists regarding how the virus…
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2014 Members Appreciation Weekend
Tuesday, July 7th, 2020

Email from Orient Land Trust

Orient Land Trust has a new email distributor. We have found that there are a number of email addresses that are incorrect or no longer used. If you have not heard from OLT in the last month or two, it may be because we do not have your current email address. To update or to add your email to our list please send your email address to...
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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.

Orient Land Trust is a nonprofit land trust 
dedicated to the preservation of Valley View Hot Springs (VVHS) and its viewshed—
including natural and biologic 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.

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.