Valley View Hot Springs is well known for its natural setting, kind culture, and a tradition of open air naturism. Clothing is altogether optional throughout the property. Nudity is not inherently indecent, suggestive, nor demeaning. It’s simply a natural, healthy, and comfortable choice. “Never before did I get so close to Nature; never before did she come so close to me... Few people experience social nudity outside Nature was naked, and I was also... Sweet, a locker room or home, if that. At Valley sane, still Nakedness in Nature! - ah if poor, View, soakers often find nudity preferable sick, prurient humanity in cities might really especially as they emerge from the warm know you once more! Is not nakedness water into the cool, dry air. Hikers visiting indecent? No, not inherently. It is your the Orient Mine appreciate the freedom to thought, your sophistication, your fear, your shed off sweaty clothes and feel the breeze. respectability, that is indecent. There come Many feel less judged, enjoying great moods when these clothes of ours are not conversations with diverse people, some of only too irksome to wear, but are themselves whom they may never have met otherwise. indecent.” Put simply, nudity is natural. —Walt Whitman, 19th century American poet

NATURISM AT OLT

“Naturism is the practice of clothing optional SOCIAL NUDITY IN NATURE communal nudity in a non-erotic setting, with a commitment to inclusiveness and diversity, and without discrimination based on race, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, New to naturism? No worries. national or ethnic origin, lifestyle or socio- The Orient Land Trust is a proud sponsor of There's nothin' to it… really. economic background. The purpose of preserving the naturist culture is to The Naturist Society, encourage body acceptance, self-respect, offering member discounts respect for others, and caring for the environment. The property provides a www.naturist.com pristine, rustic and peaceful setting in which Home of… to enjoy the benefits of a naturist lifestyle Valley View Hot Springs including feelings of physical, spiritual, and Learn more at… Orient Mine psychological well-being, as well as a sense www.olt.org/naturism of freedom and relaxation.” Everson Ranch —as outlined by OLT's Founders www.olt.org 719-256-4315 Communal Space: We have no private nor segregated pools. All guests share unisex bathrooms with private stalls and showers. WHAT TO EXPECT A variety of private cabins and rooms may Personal Choice: Clothing is a personal be reserved. choice in all areas and at all times. Nudity Healthy Facilities: Our professional staff is neither prohibited nor expected. clean the pool each week or so, the rooms Social Decency: Aside from public nudity, before each visit, and the communal social norms are no different. Naturists are bathrooms and kitchens daily. The fresh empowered, maintaining strong personal spring water and natural ponds flow fast boundaries regardless of clothes or setting. and clean, all without the use of chemical Relaxing: Unlike stripping or streaking, Leering, harassing, sexual, and suggestive disinfectants. Nudity is always optional in being naked here is practical, not behavior is no more appropriate here than all spaces and not deemed unhygienic by us provocative. Instead of a thrill, naturists any public park, campground, or pool. nor the Health Department. Although seek a simple awareness and acceptance of sharing bare seating poses less risk than Hugging and affection are common among their own bodies and those of others. friends. If anything, naturists tend to be common faucets or door knobs, some find sitting on towels most comfortable. We don’t especially courteous, accepting, and Privacy from Cameras: Camera devices judge. Certainly anyone with a rash or considerate of others. including cell phones are not to be used wound may prefer a barrier. where others are in view. Photographing the Naturism is not Non-erotic Setting: landscape and wildlife is encouraged, just opposed to sex, but makes a clear Remote Location: Our vast property is so long as others aren’t included without owned and managed by the Orient Land distinction between sex and mere nudity. their consent. Sexual behavior is considered private, for Trust to prevent overcrowding and development, all as a nonprofit public consenting adults in their own private Children of All Ages: Kids naturally prefer service. It is surrounded by miles of BLM space. With our peacefully platonic open nudity. We welcome families as well as public open-space providing a peaceful space, self-control is normal and natural. couples and singles from all walks of life, escape whether soaking, camping, or religions, and lifestyles. We do require hiking. Males and Females: Men concerned they swim diapers until toilet trained. And like may become aroused can simply don a anywhere else, parents are responsible for Sunny Days and Dark Nights: At this towel, turn over, or take a dip in the pool. their children and asked to remain with Menstruation is a natural part of every altitude, sunscreen may be prudent them at all times. woman’s life. Some use tampons while although we ask guests to rinse off before entering the waters which we share not only others prefer pads with shorts or bathing Every Body: When it comes to body with one another but also the birds, bats, bottoms. variations, naturists are among the most fireflies, and threatened fish. Alternatively, accepting people you'll ever meet. We accept a sunhat and sarong can offer great Friendly Help: If ever unsure, just ask! those with tattoos, jewelry, piercings, protection both in and out of the water. We're happy to answer any questions or surgical alterations, and medical concerns, however sensitive they may be. Flashlights and rugged shoes are accessories. Diversity is every bit as recommended for the well-worn, but rocky important to our community as it is to our trails between each pond. eco-system.