It really seems to put everyone on the same playing field if everyone is naked. It can seem a little awkward when some are dressed and some are not. If there are a lot of people dressed, than that is when I notice that I am not dressed.
It seems that there are themes for a lot of the dances and parties at nudist resorts. People attend the parties and dress according to the "theme". I wish sometime the theme was just a"Birthday-Suit" theme.
I understand the weather sometimes prohibits people from being completely undressed ... but when the situation allows, I think everyone should be naked at a nudist resort. Most resorts seem to be clothing optional, I wish most places would have a rule that nudity is required.
[strong]Does anyone else prefer Clubs & Resorts that require participants agree to Not Wear Clothing in General???[/strong]
[strong]What are your favorite Clubs that expect you to be Naked at all times ??[/strong]
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- MEMemberSep 30, 2021
Nudony we have visited your preferred club once a couple of year ago. I didn't know until I read your post that it was a mandatory nude. The day we visited was a cool day and the only good place to be nude was on the pool deck which was warm enough to be. Most everyone there had something on otherwise and jackets in the evening.
Personally I prefer mandatory nude places but one has to have some common sense concerning the weather. Being a nudist in the north is not always easy or enjoyable if your teeth are chattering.
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nudonyOct 1, 2021[quote]Being a nudist in the north is not always easy or enjoyable if your teeth are chattering.[/quote] You're not kidding. I don't regret moving to the Midwest from the "Deep South"; but that does make "open air nudity season" pretty darn short! LOTW closes from last week end all the way until May! I believe some other nudist resorts stay open in winter; but the idea of being cooped up in the hot-tub area or main building doesn't really appeal to Liz. Instead we are going to a rather large nudist B&B where we can stay nude all week end and enjoy some socialization with the other guests. But yeah being a nudist north of the border isn't the easiest!ReactReply - NUnudeyooperOct 1, 2021[quote]Being a nudist in the north is not always easy or enjoyable if your teeth are chattering.[/quote] Should have been here the last two days. The temp went up past 80. That's hot for the last week of September especially for those of us who remember snow much earlier in the month. Did my work on the interior of the house nude today simply because it was too hot to wear anything.ReactReply
- MEMemberOct 2, 2021[quote]Being a nudist in the north is not always easy or enjoyable if your teeth are chattering. LOTW closes from last week end all the way until May! [/quote] Our club as well runs pretty much the same schedule. Yes it is a short season and even shorter factoring in rain out weekends and those unseasonable cool days. We will take what we can get as it beats nothing.ReactReply
- NUnudonyFeb 21, 2022I had another thought last night. My wife and I were talking about some of the nudists we know and met at the resort. One couple in particular came to mind; and thinking about them brought me to the realization:I've never seen them dressed.I think they typically arrive before us, and leave after us; and because most people undress in the parking lot and arrive naked, the only time you might see people with clothes on is when they arrive or leave. So in all probability, there are also people at the resort who have also never seen my wife or I covered/dressed. I find it interesting. The normalization of nudity between us and this couple (probably as well as other people) is such that the only way we've ever interacted is while we were all nude. Would we even recognize each other if we ran into each other on the street, dressed? It's actually possible that we wouldn't. Because the visual cues that allow us to recognize each other is not just our faces, but also "naked appearance." Which wouldn't be perceptible with clothes on. Does it matter? Well I think it redefines the normalcy of human interactions. To a non-nudist it might seem "weird" that the only way we've ever interacted with some people was completely naked. But in the context of those relationships, in that setting, it might actually be "weirder" if one of us was dressed or covered;becausethe only way we've ever interacted has been while completely naked. That's IMHO another benefit of the "all-nude" resort/club. These "always nude" relationships - however fleeting - are special. They've seen all your "nooks and crannies"; and you theirs. They don't even know how you present yourself to the outside world (and vice-versa), so their perception of you is strictly based on your behavior and your "naked appearance." My wife, who is an enduring cynic, also recognizes the value in these "always nude" relationships; even if she is a little cold, she will only cover up her shoulders and back around people she's always been naked around (and vice-versa), to preserve the "spirit of openness" with them, so to speak.ReactReply
- 2B
2bnude4meFeb 21, 2022I prefer clothes free as everyone is on an equal basis, more open, at ease with nudity. I do see where clothes optional has a place especially for people to try the nudist lifestyle. My first visit was to a CO club, I didn't choose it for CO, it was just convenient. I was nude from the start as that was why I went. There were very few others nude, and a couple was there for a first visit too. Later the man was nude, but the woman stayed clothed. I visited several more times, and usually was the only one nude, it seemed odd for people to be there on a nice day clothed. Since then I visit the clothes free club which has the open and equal atmosphere I much prefer.
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JohnFeb 21, 20222bnude4me wrote: [quote] I visited several more times, and usually was the only one nude, it seemed odd for people to be there on a nice day clothed. Since then I visit the clothes free club which has the open and equal atmosphere I much prefer.[/quote] I envy the fact that you have your choice of places to go. In most places, people count themselves lucky if they have even one place within a half-day's drive.ReactReply - EA
EarlDFeb 21, 2022At the end of the day shouldnt it be about choice. Isnt that what we ask of the so called textile world. Only to turn around and put our won restriction on folks. This idea that you must become a naturist by immediately taking of your clothes or flipping a switch from clothed to unclothed makes you a nudist is something that I will never understand because it doesnt take into consideration how people actually work and the variety of ways we handle new and strange experiences. If we dont want a one size fits all world that is seen from a clothed point of view why impose that on others
My two cents.ReactReply - LO
LorenFeb 21, 2022Well said, homeclothesfree.
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SteveFeb 21, 2022By nudony: [quote]I had another thought last night. My wife and I were talking about some of the nudists we know and met at the resort. One couple in particular came to mind; and thinking about them brought me to the realization: I've never seen them dressed.[/quote] Great post.!ReactReply - STSteveFeb 22, 2022
Love the idea that clothing optional is merely a concession to newbies, the weather or participants with hesitant spouses who are happy to at least come along.
Has this been codified in any meaningful way beyond some specific resorts?
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Tom DFeb 23, 2022How do clothing not allowed locations deal with cold or wet weather?
ReactReply - STSteveFeb 23, 2022I don't think I could keep my clothes on for three visits. :-D For my first CO beach visit I walked the length on the beach in my swimsuit (Sunnyside North; perhaps 600m end-to-end) before coming back a little way and finding a spot to 'fully participate'. I felt a little guilty at takingthatlong to drop the suit...ReactReply
- SASamFeb 23, 2022
We went to the Halloween dance at WTR and had a blast!
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We went to the Halloween dance at WTR and had a blast!
ReactReply - EAEarlDFeb 24, 2022Always interesting to see some folks talk about their preference to be clothes free and how it is often denied and the set about denying others a preference in order to get their own. How exactly does that work. I am reminded of this statement from Marc Alain Descamps naturist philosopher and fervent advocate of naturism ans a way of life. [quote]Naturism should never be imposed on those who do not want it. Many people are very ashamed of their body, their sex and are traumatized by the sight of the human body, so they can never get naked. And it is necessary to respect their state, as in the various phobias. Many people cant stand the sight of mice, spiders or snakes and you shouldnt force them.[/quote] If we want others to respect our preference shouldnt we also respect theirs?ReactReply
- JOJohnFeb 24, 2022homeclothesfree wrote: [quote] If we want others to respect our preference shouldn't we also respect theirs?[/quote] I agree. For some people, it may take more than three or four visits to adjust to the new situation, particularly if they've come from a background of puritanism or sexual abuse. I'd rather tell them, "Be comfortable with us. When you're ready, you're ready."ReactReply
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FullSunFeb 25, 2022homeclothesfree wrote: [quote]If we want others to respect our preference shouldn't we also respect theirs?[/quote] Yes, and as it has been discussed here many times about getting a spouse to join in, it has to be their decision not anyone elses. If they arent sure about it but are willing to dip their toe, how can they get comfortable iftheyare pushed all the way in immediately?ReactReply - EM
Emily_GraceFeb 25, 2022I think everyone has the right to do things at their own pace
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Then again, there are many stories here is those that were hesitant but felt it of place while they kept their clothes on. Once they got their courage up and stripped off, they got comfortable with the idea quickly!
ReactReply - NUnudonyMar 4, 2022[quote]homeclothesfree wrote: For some people, it may take more than three or four visits to adjust to the new situation, particularly if they've come from a background of puritanism or sexual abuse. I'd rather tell them, "Be comfortable with us. When you're ready, you're ready."[/quote] I personally know of only one situation, where someone was so badly scarred and crippled in a car accident - and very self-conscious about it - that she was given a "pass" on undressing. But then again this was at a small C/O non-landed club, where the owner could take an individualized approach on a "case-by-case" basis. I believe it took several years before she summoned the courage just to go topless. A non-landed club may well be the best venue for someone dealing with emotional/physical trauma. My only question would be: would she have taken that much time if a non-coercive timeline or condition had been presented to her? Of course it's impossible to tell. And I'm not advocating "forcing" anything on anyone. Based on my personal experience, the desire to "fit in" can be a powerful motivator. My wife, on her first resort trip, was not particularly "inclined" to undress. But she wanted to get in the hot-tub; and the only way to get there was to enter the "nude-mandatory" pool area. So her decision to get naked was based on its practicality, and the idea that she could just "blend in" and remain innocuous by being naked like everyone else; even if just briefly to access the hot-tub. The "fun" aspect of it would kick in a little later. That seems to be a common experience for many first-time women; no matter what level of body-acceptance they might possess. But I understand this process becomes much more complex when there is pre-existing trauma involved. Would an empathetic "push" help such a person; or would it send them running back to the car? Well that's going to depend on a lot of factors. But I do feel that it's up to the person to be totally transparent at check-in about their "readiness" and emotional state. An astute and empathetic manager/attendant can then make recommendations based on that person's individual needs. Just a thought...ReactReply
- FUFullSunMar 4, 2022
It isnt just whether or not they will undress or not, CO vs nude mandatory affects whether someone new will go to the club or resort in the first place. If they are nervous but willing to at least see what it is all about if they can maintain some feeling of safety they might go, but if they knew would be required to be nude right from the start I think its less likely.
ReactReply - STSteveMar 4, 2022By nudony: [quote]But I do feel that it's up to the person to be totally transparent at check-in about their "readiness" and emotional state. An astute and empathetic manager/attendant can then make recommendations based on that person's individual needs. [/quote] Probably won't fly, but perhaps reception can hand out buttons to the reluctant to pin on their clothing, featuring a cartoon chicken and the caption "I'm too chicken to go nude just yet!" Want to remove the button? Everything else goes with it! :-DReactReply
- JOJohnMar 4, 2022[quote] Probably won't fly, but perhaps reception can hand out buttons to the reluctant to pin on their clothing, featuring a cartoon chicken and the caption "I'm too chicken to go nude just yet!" Want to remove the button? Everything else goes with it! :-D[/quote] Right. Humiliate people the moment they walk into the door. Sounds like a great way to introduce people to nudism.ReactReply