The Living Earth School has been offering nature-based activities and programs since 2002, but are now seeking permission to operate at a permanent site adjacent to Walnut Creek Park.
“Although currently operating at other locations, the school seeks to increase the stability of their organization by owning and stewarding their own property,” reads the narrative written by Shimp Engineering.
The request covers three properties off of Red Hill Road totaling 287.13 acres. According to the application, the Living Earth School is seeking to have permission to have 250 people on-site all year round as well as permission to hold a dozen events that could have as many as 500 attendees. Water on the site would come from a well and septic system would handle wastewater.
“The camp’s nature-based educational programs and primitive tent accommodations are inherently suited to a rural setting, where the natural environment enhances the learning experience and aligns with the school’s mission of fostering environmental stewardship,” the narrative continues.
This is the second time this year that Shimp Engineering has filed a special use permit for these three properties for a camp. The first was for the Field Camp as I reported in March.
A special use permit will go before the Planning Commission and the Albemarle County Board of Supervisors. But first there will be a community meeting. Stay tuned to the Week Ahead newsletter on Sunday for more information.
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