1.Where
To Get Undressed.
Few nudist clubs have changing rooms. At most clubs, the parking lot is
out
of public view and many people undress there. You may remove your clothing
anywhere it is convenient. It’s wise to bring along a large beach
bag to store your clothes.
2.
How
Do You Safeguard Valuables? It’s
true that nudist clubs seldom have problems with pilferage but you should
still take care. As few clubs have lockers to store your belongings, you
might want to place them in your car’s trunk, making sure you don’t lock
your keys in too! Some clubs have clothing accessories such as wrist bands
where you
can store keys and cash.
3.
Is
Nudity Mandatory? At
nearly all clubs you should assume that nudity (when the weather is cooperating)
is mandatory. At many “clothing optional” clubs, nudity maybe required when entering the pool or hot tub.
4.
How Do Women Cope During Their Monthly Cycle?
Many wear bikini bottoms and just go topless.
5.
Will Women Feel Uncomfortable If They Aren’t “Body Perfect”?
Thank goodness that beauty is in the eye of the beholder because Naturists
come in all sizes and shapes. Naturists include people with physical deformities
such as missing limbs and mastectomies; some are in wheelchairs. Surgical
scars are common. One woman with a prominent Caesarian scar painted a zipper
on it, claiming that her doctor told her it would make the delivery of her
next child easier! Yes,
Naturists have a senseofhumor. To be part of the family, just be
yourself.
6.
Before
Entering A Pool Or Hot Tub:
Always shower first. Note: some clubs have separate showers for men and
women while others do not. Quite often, outside showers are open to view
- many naturists consider co-ed showers not only refreshing but a wonderful
social opportunity as well.
7.
Do
You Have To Dress For Dinner?
Some clubs yes; some no. Often, it’s your choice but remember to sit on
a towel if you are nude. But always ask first!
8.
Should
You Dress For A Dance?
Some clubs prefer you dance with clothes on while others leave the decision
up to you. Again, it is wise to ask the club ahead of time.
Nude
Etiquette on Public Lands
(Beaches, Rivers, Lakes, etc.)
1.Stay
Out Of Dunes and other environmentally sensitive areas.
2.Help
With Litter by bringing along a trash bag.
Carry out more than you carry in.
3.
Don’t
Stray Out Of Nude Areas.
Be careful not to wander into a clothed area.
4.
Appropriate
Nude Areas:
Is the site private, secluded? Are other people nude when you arrive?
Ideally, it should be state or federal land. If you arrive at a logical
Skinny-dipping area and no one is present, your nudity should establish
the site as nude for as long as you are there. However, just because you
are nude doesn’t mean other people who arrive later should join in. As
this is public property, there is no requirement or need for anyone else
to undress. If you arrive at a place and everyone is clothed - it would
be rude for you to be otherwise unless you ask first.
5.Obey Parking Regulations and other
posted rules.
Nude
Etiquette at Clubs and
Public Lands
1.
Overt Sexual Activity and Exhibitionism is unacceptable.
2.Ask
Permission to Take Photographs.
In general, the best advice is to leave the camera at home. Photography
is a very popular pastime but first you need to win the trust and friendship
of other nudes.
3.
Respect
the Privacy of Others.
Some people go to a nude beach or resort for quiet time and would rather
not bedisturbed. Single
women are no exception. It is not wrong for a single man to approach a
woman but it is rude if he monopolizes her time when the welcome mat was
never put out.
4.
Come
Prepared.
When going to a nude beach or club, remember to bring everything you need;
lawn chairs, suntan lotion, food, beverage and towels. Mooching will not
make you any friends.
5.
Always Sit on a Towel.
This applies especially to both private clubs and events. Bare buns are
great
but a chair, lounge, sofa or bench requires a towel before sitting down.
6.
Maintain
Eye Contact.
Important in any social setting, it is imperative for newcomers to a nude
setting to make a good first impression. Staring is rude.
7.
Smoking.
Naturists who do smoke are the most considerate smokers on the face of
the earth! They always check first to see if there are any restrictions
on where they can light up. Naturists also see to it that their smoke
does not invade thespace of non-smokers.
And unlike their clothed counterparts, they would never dream
of disposing a butt by dropping it on the ground.
8.
Speak
Up For Standards.
If a person is unaware of nude etiquette, explain it kindly and plainly.
Rude behavior is out of place at any social gathering, clothed or unclothed.
If we say or do nothing when someone gets out of line, we are condoning
their actions.
9.
Be Considerate & Respect Others.
Of course.
10.
Is It Easy to Make Friends?
Yes. Introduce yourself to the first person you see and before you know
it,
you’ll feel like part of the family.
11.
When in Doubt About Proper Nude Etiquette:
Ask a question!