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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

Houndstongue Invasive Weed
Tuesday, 12 April 2016

Fighting Houndstongue - June 23 - 24

Help Protect Valley View Hot Springs! Do you love the wildlife of Valley View Hot Springs? Please help prevent this special place from being taken over by houndstongue. We are continuing our fight to prevent houndstongue, an invasive and toxic weed, from taking over here. This plant does not provide food for wildlife and will displace native vegetation. By pulling houndstongue in the early summer we prevent it from spreading.…
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Evette & Robin
Saturday, 05 March 2016

A Few Thoughts from Housekeeping

Recognition, Respect, Responsibility -- Neil and Terry Seitz (Founders of Valley View Hot Springs & Orient Land Trust) Welcome! Now that you have discovered and enjoyed a little "Heaven on Earth", you are also a steward of Valley View Hot Springs, and Orient Land Trust. Recognize where you are and how your presence affects the place and the people here with you. Act respectfully to the water, the land, and…
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Volunteer at the Ranch
Friday, 04 March 2016

Volunteer at OLT!

Volunteers are very important to our organization and help us throughout the year. We are currently accepting applications for volunteers May through October.We are looking for individuals who love this special place and have time, energy and expertise to share. A positive attitude, understanding of our unique culture and the ability to work well with others is required. We want to match our volunteers up with a job they will…
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Oak House at Sunset
Friday, 04 March 2016

Call Ahead!

Last year we experienced the most visitors ever at the hot springs. Because of the way our society is set up, weekends, holidays, and summer are the times that most people can take their vacations. The effect here is that the springs are busy during those times. The message that we would like to communicate is to call ahead. Even if your plans are for a day visit, it helps…
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Terry & Neil Seitz, OLT Founders
Monday, 25 January 2016

Founders Seeking Assistance

Do you dream of a chance to live at Valley View Hot Springs? The Seitz’s are looking for someone to live in their home and help care for Neil who has a neurological condition and dementia. Duties will be part-time providing companionship and personal care for Neil, as well as assisting in case of a fall or other emergency. This is a paid position, and would evolve as Neil’s condition…
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Traction mats at swimming pool
Sunday, 24 January 2016

Traction

It's winter and the snow and ice are accumulating. Look for improvements around the swimming pool. We have laid out some mats and are installing a hot springs water heated system to prevent icy surfaces around the swimming pool. We'll save some shoveling time and cut down on slippery surfaces!
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Wastewater Campaign
Friday, 22 January 2016

Wastewater Campaign

You might have noticed that the progress bar for the WWTP campaign has been removed. We first want to thank all of those generous people who donated to the campaign. Your support and donations helped us immensely. The total costs of this necessary infrastructure upgrade was around $300,000. The exploration of different designs, the design fees and the permitting fees were paid by visitation and operations income. The construction phase…
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Jun
22

12:00 pm 06/22/2018 - 12:00 pm 06/24/2018

Jul
21

07/21/2018 9:00 am - 3:45 pm

Oct
20

10/20/2018 9:00 am - 3:45 pm

Jan
26

01/26/2019 9:00 am - 3:45 pm

  • 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.