School of Living
Request for Proposals
Itsodi Land
School of Living (SOL), a regional community land trust, is seeking proposals for the use of Itsodi, 67.86 acres of beautiful rural land in Amherst County, VA, not far from Amherst and Lexington. All but 2 acres are assessed as woodland and included in a reduced property tax program for agricultural land. The garden and orchard soils are organic and host native species. There are 3 frame buildings, in average and poor condition. There is a well and septic for the house site.
The land is part of SOL’s community land trust, and was acquired by SOL in 1999 for use by an independent Cherokee tribe. The tribe used it for ceremonies, retreats, preservation of indigenous culture, organic agriculture, and restoration of native species. However, because of a decline in membership, they have chosen to end their lease. We seek proposals for the use of Itsodi from individuals or groups who would like to lease the land and, if desired, build their own buildings, which they will own. Because of the land’s history as a center for the preservation of indigenous culture, preference will be given to proposals from Native American groups.
For more information or to arrange a site visit please contact Rita Jane Kiefert at (540) 463-4042 or email: schoolofliving@gmail.com
For more details and complete instructions for submitting a proposal see our website www.schoolofliving.org. Email proposals, by July 1, to schoolofliving@gmail.com.
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