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Absolute Naturists Obsessed?
Armadillo Posted: Apr 13, 2013	I am sometimes obsessed with being nude, but that is diminishing over time. For example, I shun shoes because I want to be as nude as possible, even if I risk foot injury. Burned my feet at Cypress Cove on a summer day. Now I grudgingly wear minimalist sandals when the asphalt is too hot. My feet have become very tough.
Absolute Naturists Are women "nude" and men "naked"?
Armadillo Posted: Apr 13, 2013	I use all the terms interchangeably. There is a joke- Nude is not wearing any clothes. Nekkid is not wearing clothes, and being up to something.
Absolute Naturists Would the world be a better place if nudity was a human right and allowed ?
Armadillo Posted: Apr 13, 2013	The country would be a better place. Even textiles would benefit. It would counter the mass-media ideal of what we should look like, and stop the idea that nudity=sex. And I would go nude almost everywhere.
Nudist Individuals First Time NUDE visit.
Armadillo Posted: Mar 28, 2013	My only reason for visiting a resort was to find a safe place to hike nude. I enjoy nude hiking in public parks but never felt safe and worried about park rangers. I thought all nudist places would have a nature trail, it seemed natural to me. Now I know most do not have nature trails. At the first resort I went to I was able to walk around the residential area. I eventually found a resort that has a nature trail and have been a regular there ever since. Now I also enjoy other aspects of nudism, such as socializing, pool, hot tub, sports, etc. ( Moderator Nudies1962 replies) OLT my home club has something like 17 miles or crisscross trails on about 400 acres. I love the safety aspect of your reason. So very true!
Absolute Naturists Is Fantasy Fest a Fantasy Nudist's dream come true?
Armadillo Posted: Mar 22, 2013	I for one get tired of hiding myself behind resort walls or in my home. Living life nude, including in public, is a fantasy of mine. Why is it wrong to walk down the sidewalk nude? Why should I need clothes to shop at WalMart? Has nothing to do with being noticed. If anyones nudist credibility is to be questioned, I would question those that are ok with hiding.
Nudist Individuals Advice as Individuals
Armadillo Posted: Mar 14, 2013	I'm here to have fun and be entertained. Shrugs
Absolute Naturists Artistic Nude Photography... what is it?
Armadillo Posted: Mar 11, 2013	I do artistic nude photography as a hobby (also landscapes, etc). Like any art, it is about whatever the artist is trying to convey. Artistic nudes are usually not about sex or being provocative. It can be about natural shape and form (clothes distract from the natural human form), it can tell a story, or just be cool. Here is one of my favorites- http://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/579813_388316814570468_1287641783_n.jpg
Nudist Individuals For or Against Guns at a club or resort.
Armadillo Posted: Feb 24, 2013	Criminals and madmen dont obey rules. Gun free zones are an invitation for criminals and madmen to rob and kill. Gun free zones are magnets for massacres. The NRA is right about one thing- only another gun can stop an armed madman.
Nudist Individuals Nudity as a "right".
Armadillo Posted: Feb 23, 2013	The general idea behind life, liberty, and pursuit of happiness is that we are supposed to be free to pursue those things as long as they do not infringe on another's life or liberty. Thus, you can not kill because you are violating another's right to life. You can not steal because you are violating anothers liberty. Being nude does not violate anyone elses rights or harm anyone else. No one has a right to force you go wear something. They only have rights to themselves, not you. Our founding fathers were very Libertarian by today's standards. People today don't realize how unfree they are.
Absolute Naturists Are Nudist's Really Free Spirits?
Armadillo Posted: Feb 23, 2013	The resort I go to used to be a fun and free place "back in the day". As they have aged now they have what I call a culture of complaining. People mind each others business and complain about everything. If a group is doing something fun, like dancing, all it takes is one complaint to shut it down. So activities consist of quiet things that appeal to the elderly. Young people? Sorry, no fun allowed. The residents are nudists but definitely not free spirits.
Absolute Naturists If it was YOUR resort: the philosophy and policies
Armadillo Posted: Feb 20, 2013	First, nude only (weather and health permitting). It bugs me people who I have never seen naked at the club. Why are they there? I like the "one member of couple or group will have to be nude." idea though. Rustic, with cabins, a decent restaurant, bar, pool, hot tub, sauna, sports, lake. Lots of nature trails. Fun activities that cater to a wide variety of ages and likes.
Nudist Individuals Random Pictures
Armadillo Posted: Feb 15, 2013	You just have to be careful, make sure textiles or security cameras are not around. Rural areas are best. I also do artistic nude photos and have many photos from public parks. Just have to be careful. I disagree with anti-nudity laws but have no desire to be arrested.
Absolute Naturists Be Careful With That Razor!!
Armadillo Posted: Feb 14, 2013	Kalalau, I also use the norelco, and it is very good. I have the version with a clipper on one end and a foil shaver on the other. Trim my beard with the clipper and down south with the shaver. Very handy.
Nudist Individuals Nudity as a "right".
Armadillo Posted: Feb 13, 2013	Smokey, the Bill of Rights is not an exclusive list of our only rights. James Madison was against a Bill of Rights, he felt it was unnecessary because the inalienable rights were obvious and the government limited. Some people might think those were the only rights we had. They are not. True, nudity is not in the BoR. Neither is eating, bathing, or nose picking. Those things are not privileges, they are rights. They are inalienable rights. Your body belongs to YOU, not any government. YOU choose what to eat, when to sleep, when to bathe. YOU choose what to wear or not wear. As for what the courts say, courts once upheld slavery and discrimination. Courts are wrong sometimes. Laws are wrong sometimes. If a law is made against an inalienable right, the law is wrong. The right always exists- it is inalienable. If you want tyranny, passively accept every government usurpation of your rights. If you want freedom, peacefully work to repeal laws which violate your rights. It's your choice.
Nudist Individuals Nudity as a "right".
Armadillo Posted: Feb 13, 2013	Smokey, you are comparing nudity to yelling fire in a theater? Do you view nudity as something hazardous or dangerous to others? Falsely yelling fire in a theater is a hazard to life and property. People can die in the resulting rush for the exit. No one has ever been harmed by seeing anothers naked body (despite the dramatic exaggerated claims of textiles). Laws against nudity are victimless crime laws, and would be regarded as anathema by our founding fathers. The current gymnophobia of society is a relatively new thing. There were few if any laws against public nudity at one time. Our founding documents are clear that rights come from God, not government and not any court. Nudity is an inalienable right. Your body belongs to YOU not the government. When the government passes laws that trample your inalienable rights it is your duty as a citizen to peacefully fight against that law.
Nudist Individuals Random Pictures
Armadillo Posted: Feb 13, 2013	Exhibitionism is defined as a perversion in which sexual gratification is obtained from the indecent exposure of one's genitals to a stranger. Standing next to a sign or monument in public for an innocent "I was here naked" photo is not exhibitionism.
Nudist Individuals Random Pictures
Armadillo Posted: Feb 12, 2013	I've been known to do that. I call them "I was naked here" photos. I believe nudity is a right, and posing for those photos is a way of briefly asserting that right. Also, it's fun. I'm sure other people have other motivations.
Nudist Individuals Nudity as a "right".
Armadillo Posted: Feb 11, 2013	Public nudity is a right and was common early in our nations history. Nude swimming was mandatory at the YMCA many years ago. Several Presidents enjoyed swimming nude in the Potomac River. Some founding fathers were fond of nude recreation. Ben Franklin used to take a naked "air bath" every day. We have a fundamental right to wear or not wear whatever we want on our bodies.
Nudist Individuals Halves of couples can be inappropriate too
Armadillo Posted: Feb 11, 2013	I've seen couples in the club pool doing foreplay, with children a few yards away. Which is worse, a single guy admiring a beautiful woman or a couple having sex in front of kids? I'm single, yes I look, it's natural to do so. People who have a problem with others seeing their naughty bits should probably not be nudists. Just say'en...
Absolute Naturists Be Careful With That Razor!!
Armadillo Posted: Feb 7, 2013	I got cuts when I used a razor to shave down there. Penile cuts bleed more than expected. Now I use a foil body groom shaver. No cuts and it lasts about a week.
Absolute Naturists Main barriers to an excepted nudist movement.
Armadillo Posted: Jan 31, 2013	I would love to see a nudist civil rights movement, modeled after other civil rights moments. But I dont think we will see one. De-criminalizing simple nudity would be a huge step. But as we saw in SanFran, a few can ruin it for the many. Many nudists I know are perfectly happy to wear clothes. It's not a big deal to them. Nudists like myself, who truly hate clothes and having to wear them, seem to be a minority within a minority. That's ok, different strokes for different folks. Dont look to AANR. It is simply not relevant anymore. A person like UK "naked rambler" Steve Gough may raise awareness.
Absolute Naturists Nudist Elevator Pitches
Armadillo Posted: Jan 28, 2013	"Cant wait to get home, get off these clothes, and play some naked volleyball."
Absolute Naturists Why do SO MANY Nudists make SO MANY excuses to not live nude?
Armadillo Posted: Jan 28, 2013	I would love to know how sunbunny (or anyone else) is able to "live nude". For example, how do you go shopping without getting arrested? Or are you only nude in your home/resort... This is a textile world. Unless you are hiding away in a resort somewhere, you are not living nude. Sorry, had to call BS on this elitist silliness.
Absolute Naturists Absolute NATURISM... what is it?
Armadillo Posted: Jan 28, 2013	I agree with the quote. Something about being nude in nature, feeling the ground with my bare feet, and the wind with my whole body, is just RIGHT. I hate being insulated by clothes.
Absolute Naturists Why do SO MANY Nudists make SO MANY excuses to not live nude?
Armadillo Posted: Jan 19, 2013	This topic is a rather elitist question. Most people have to work for a living and many people can not afford to live in an overpriced trailer in a resort. That's not an excuse, it's reality. It's also a reality that laws prevent people from living nude lives. Except in the aforementioned overpriced resort or on a large private property. Not all nudists are wealthy retired folk (although it seems that way sometimes).
Absolute Naturists What are the Biggest Nudist Issues to resolve/fix in 2013?
Armadillo Posted: Jan 6, 2013	JasenJ1, Lake Como recently added "fitness stations" along their nature trails, and the Co-op is considering building a fitness center. There is always plenty of recreation to be had there.
Absolute Naturists Promoting nudism: as a nude or C/O activity?
Armadillo Posted: Dec 20, 2012	Always used the family-friendly "nude angle" first. If (when) they are put-off, then the CO angle "you can wear clothes if you want, just not in the pool etc".
Absolute Naturists Why are on-line nudist's insecure with nudist status?
Armadillo Posted: Dec 18, 2012	Guys compete at anything, I guess. "Nudist status"? Maybe when some shed their worldly status symbols, they revert to the only thing left- nudity as status?
Absolute Naturists Who is the better nudist?
Armadillo Posted: Dec 17, 2012	What makes someone a "better" nudist anyway? Someone who is naked more? Someone who upholds the currently fashionable "nudist ideal"? Someone who actively promotes the advancement of nudist lifestyle?
Absolute Naturists Who is the better nudist?
Armadillo Posted: Dec 15, 2012	I am the best nudist. Ever. And humble too. j/k ;) Interesting Nudony. Judgmental people will always find something to judge others by. Or maybe guys will always find a way to compete at anything, like who can be the most naked.
Nude Photographers A really cool naturist video
Armadillo Posted: Dec 4, 2012	Very cool. It depicts what naturism is about.
Absolute Naturists KEEP CALM — IT’S ONLY A …
Armadillo Posted: Dec 1, 2012	Earlier this year I visited the Ringling Museum in Sarasota Florida. The place is filled with nude statues of men and women, mostly men. Yet children walk around them and no one gets upset or offended. The parents and kids dont care. But if I were nude in the same place, just standing there, women would shriek, kids eyes would be covered, and the police would be called. That is insane.
Absolute Naturists "Nudism is not about seeing or being seen."
Armadillo Posted: Dec 1, 2012	I think it's a nuanced thing. When nude I prefer to be around people who are also nude. When I see people in a resort wearing clothes it bothers me a bit. You could say I want to see them naked. But not for any lewd intent. But I do not go to resorts and beaches for the purpose of seeing naked people or being seen. I go there to be naked myself, because I enjoy it. But being with like minded people is good too. The difference is the intent.
Absolute Naturists Nudism and Obesity
Armadillo Posted: Nov 10, 2012	Nudism started with the goals of fitness and self improvement. Now nudism is about acceptance and tolerance. Nothing wrong with that. But maybe nudism has been redefined too much and we need to get back to the original goals.
Absolute Naturists Engage venues to attract the young adults
Armadillo Posted: Nov 10, 2012	The AANR club I visit regularly is basically a retirement park. Few young or working age people live or visit. They dont really do anything that I've seen to change that. The three non-AANR clubs I have been to have many more young people and are diverse racially as well. Nudism is changing with the times, but AANR is not.
Absolute Naturists Old Age and Nudism
Armadillo Posted: Oct 31, 2012	A local nudist group PANDA (Pasco Area Naturist Development Association) had plans to build a nudist retirement home, but I think they gave up. Why bother? Most nudist clubs are elderly already, just designate one as a retirement home.
Absolute Naturists Menswear For Cool Evenings Or For Just A Casual Cover Up
Armadillo Posted: Oct 25, 2012	I just wrap my towel around my torso. It's not "stylish" but I dont really care about textile style.
Absolute Naturists Nudist Clubs/Resorts in Your Area
Armadillo Posted: Oct 24, 2012	In Florida- Lake Como. Beautiful and rustic family naturist park. Sports, nature trails, affordable, good food. Friendly people. AANR club. Paradise Lakes. Small (but nice) resort area. concrete and buildings, NOT family friendly, expensive. Food is poor. Non-AANR. Caliente. Very upscale and beautiful, concrete and buildings, NOT family friendly, expensive. Ok food. Non-AANR. Gulf Coast Resort. Very small and very rustic. Few amenities, affordable. Family friendly AANR club.
Absolute Naturists Are Nudist Singles Sites a Joke?
Armadillo Posted: Oct 24, 2012	All singles sites I've tried are a joke. SingleNudist.com is a sad joke. They keep giving me the same matches. Women from all over the world. Australia? India? Really? They have to go that far to find single nudist women? Match.com is also a joke. Women there seem to be looking for a sugar-daddy.
Absolute Naturists Nudism and Obesity
Armadillo Posted: Oct 6, 2012	Nudony, I predict that nudism as it currently exists will be extinct in a generation. The old-timers are dying off and there are fewer youngsters to replace them. Younger people have different expectations and values than older people. Nudism can adapt or die. I expect the "new nudism" to be more free (fewer rules) and healthier.
Absolute Naturists Nudism and Obesity
Armadillo Posted: Oct 2, 2012	Yeah, FP, being condescending to young people is a great way to welcome them into the lifestyle. LOL. "Those darn young whippersnappers and their zest for life! Dagnabbit!" LOL. If you want young people to accept YOU, you must accept THEM as well. You were young once, remember? Maybe not. And getting older does NOT mean loosing athleticism. That attitude is one reason why we have an obesity problem. Is nudism a healthy lifestyle? Prove it! Get healthy, make the stereotype wrong. And yes I get picked on for being skinny MORE than obese people at my resort. It is verboten to talk badly of obesity but perfectly acceptable to do so about skinny. Makes me self-consious sometimes. Cant blame young/skinny/atheletic people for leaving when they are made to feel uncomfortable.
Absolute Naturists Nudism and Obesity
Armadillo Posted: Oct 2, 2012	FP. The obesity rate is about 37%. Look around your nudist park sometime, I bet you'll find it around 50%. Again, we can be tolerent and accepting. I treat everyone by who they are not by what they look like. But that does not change the reality. Heck I get picked on for being skinny. If nudism is a healthy lifestyle, lots of people didnt get the memo or dont have enough self-worth to treat their bodies better. As for being "put off by looking at granma naked", I was refering to young textiles. Like it or not it's a textile world. They make the rules. Want to attract new nudists or a younger crowd? Good luck with that. People like to hang out with their generation, and who have things in common with. Will a 22 year old athletic new nudist feel comfortable in a sea of elderly lethergy? Or might they think "the stereotype is true" and move on? Older people sometimes forget what it was like to be young. ;)
Absolute Naturists Nudism and Obesity
Armadillo Posted: Oct 1, 2012	The stereotype of nudists is true. Most are elderly, fat, and not pleasant to look at. We nudists can say "that doesnt matter" all we want, but it does matter to most textiles, and young adults dont want to see grandma naked. AANR seems to find the most unhealthy and/or elderly people available to put in its newsletter. I'm not being judgmental, I'm speaking the truth and y'all know it.
Absolute Naturists Nudism...one size fits all?
Armadillo Posted: Aug 27, 2012	When talking about nudism with textiles I always have to explain that not all nudists are the same. Here in Florida we have nudist places to suit anyone, from naturist to concrete-jungle, from family friendly to public sex. But the different groups also mingle.
Absolute Naturists I love to be nude because....
Armadillo Posted: Aug 23, 2012	I love to be nude because I love freedom from clothes.
Playalinda Beach Plan a PlayaLinda get together?
Armadillo Posted: Jul 4, 2012	I went on the 3rd. Lot 13 was about 1/2 full at 8:30am. It was a nice day. Beach got buzzed by a helicopter twice. Dont know if it was law enforcement or what. Went to Fawlty Towers in Cocoa beach to clean up and chill after the beach.
Absolute Naturists Reactions to Being a Nudist
Armadillo Posted: Jun 29, 2012	My parents do not know, but they suspect I'm "up to something". I will tell them some day. I have told co-workers. Most are surprised. One guy (a rough tattooed party type) was shocked and almost choked on his lunch. Another guy, who is mild mannered and religious, had no issue with it. People are weird.
Absolute Naturists Pole Dancing at Nudist Clubs... Should it be allowed?
Armadillo Posted: Jun 28, 2012	Sure, allow pole dancing. Dont like pole dancing? Dont do it, or watch it! Maybe someone else thinks its fun, and they're not hurting anyone. Vive la différence.
Playalinda Beach Plan a PlayaLinda get together?
Armadillo Posted: Jun 26, 2012	Planning to visit Playalinda in the first week of July. May also stay at Fawlty Towers.
Absolute Naturists AANR & TNS Memberships
Armadillo Posted: Jun 26, 2012	I have a Life membership with AANR. Considering joining TNS as well.
Absolute Naturists Nudist Clothing
Armadillo Posted: Jun 25, 2012	I fail to understand people who wear anything (including sarong, pareo, etc) in a nudist place. A fashion choice? In a nudist place? Gimme a break. Body acceptance is part of nudism. You dont develop body acceptance by hiding and making excuses. Some days it seems the clothed people outnumber the nude people at my club. Something is wrong, and I dont like it.
Absolute Naturists When Did Nudist Clubs Die?
Armadillo Posted: Jun 20, 2012	The nudists from days of lore got older, settled down, and forgot what it's like to be young. They are turning resorts into nudist retirement homes. People dont want to hang out with their (naked) grandparents it seems. With no one to replace them, as they die off they are taking nudism with it.
Absolute Naturists Would you prefer to be identified at a Naturist or a Nudist?
Armadillo Posted: Jun 17, 2012	I see Naturist as a sub-culture of Nudism. All Naturists are Nudists, but not all Nudists are Naturists. I am both. I prefer to identify as a Nudist.
Absolute Naturists Nude/clothed interaction
Armadillo Posted: Jun 17, 2012	I get a bit uncomfortable when talking to a clothed person, even if that person is a nudist. Not sure why. This is odd for me because, if public nudity were legal I would be the first one to shop at Walmart nude. Maybe it's just that clothes introduce an unexpected separation in a situation where nudity is expected?
Absolute Naturists Nude with a Movie Star
Armadillo Posted: Jun 13, 2012	Winona Ryder. Always had a crush on her.
Absolute Naturists Clothing Optional vs Clothing Tolerant...Is there a difference?
Armadillo Posted: Jun 13, 2012	That's exactly it FireProf. The club I visit is suppository "nude only", but in reality nudity is only required in the pool, hot tub, or sauna. Some people who live there NEVER get naked. And it's expensive to live there. Why are they there? It bugs me more and more.
Absolute Naturists Does Being a Nudist Take the Thrill Out of Life?
Armadillo Posted: Jun 13, 2012	Thrill out of life? No. Thrill out of nudity? Yes. My textile friends think it's awesome that I can go nude with other people. But for me it's just my normal routine.
Absolute Naturists Clothing Optional vs Clothing Tolerant...Is there a difference?
Armadillo Posted: Jun 9, 2012	"Clothing optional" is really "nudity optional" in practice. It baffles me why people visit (or live in) a nudist place and wear clothes. They are obviously not nudists. Why be there? If it's cold, clothes are obviously allowed. Other than that get naked or leave should be the policy. I dont care about being "friendly" to clothed voyeurs. It's a place for nudists. Get naked or GTFO.
Absolute Naturists Is Nudist Life Really a Lonely Life?
Armadillo Posted: May 30, 2012	Nudism has all but destroyed my dating prospects. Most nudist women are already coupled, elderly, lesbian, or just not my type. Textile women often react badly to male nudists. We must be up to something, they think. I have textile and nudist friends, but intimacy is not in my future it seems.
Absolute Naturists Questions for single/solo males
Armadillo Posted: May 27, 2012	A local non-AANR club has single male restrictions on their web site, but the owner says they have no single restrictions. I believe Cypress Cove limits single males who are not AANR members. Members of AANR are welcome there regardless. Lake Como has no discrimination.
Absolute Naturists Nudist Bill of Rights - The point is?
Armadillo Posted: May 15, 2012	Nudists have accepted second-class citizen status. Some live in segregated communities or hide themselves in their own homes. We fear for our jobs if anyone finds out gasp we dont like to wear clothes. Nudists can learn alot about activism from LGBT and race groups. They enjoy protected-class status because of their activism. I grow more and more weary of timid nudist groups. I was born a nudist, and it is a civil right to wear (or not wear) what I want. It's my body.
Absolute Naturists Swimming?Volleyball,?Tennis?Billiards?Golf?Jogging?Biking? etc.
Armadillo Posted: May 14, 2012	Water volleyball, pickleball, basketball, hiking, biking, billiards, shopping.
Absolute Naturists Why do you call yourself a Nudist or Naturist?
Armadillo Posted: May 14, 2012	Both. I consider Naturist to be a sub-culture of Nudism. Not all nudists are into nature. I am a nudist, and a naturist.
Absolute Naturists Nudist Bill of Rights - The point is?
Armadillo Posted: May 14, 2012	Signed it, but it's meaningless. It's just PR from AANR to act like they are pushing for civil rights. I see no evidence they are actually doing anything. Which is why I voted against the current AANR leadership too. They should rename it "AARN" American Association of Retired Nudists. I'm Libertarian politically. As such, anti-nudity laws are blatantly unconstitutional, IMHO. How can a government force you to wear something on your body? Does your body belong to the government? We may pursue life, liberty, and happiness, so long as it does not harm another. Some may be offended by nudity, but there is no right to be free from offense. Nudity is freedom. Government, keep your laws off my body!
Absolute Naturists Adult Only Nude Resort Policies. Is there an issue?
Armadillo Posted: Apr 21, 2012	Kids are great. I visit three family friendly resorts and kids have always been well behaved and respectful. In my experience nudist kids are better behaved than textile kids. If kids were causing problems its the parents and CLUBS fault if they allow it to continue. Also, Id rather deal with rowdy kids than drunk obnoxious adults any day.
Absolute Naturists Born a nudist or made a nudist?
Armadillo Posted: Apr 21, 2012	This is similarly debated about LGBT people. Could it also apply to nudists? I think it does. From my earliest memories I have wanted to be nude. Never knew I was a nudist until my first social nude experience. I was born a nudist. It is part of who I am. How about you? Born or made?
Absolute Naturists Slogans for your towel
Armadillo Posted: Apr 20, 2012	"My naked butt is cleaner than your pants." "Butt protector."
Absolute Naturists What is Nudist Weather?
Armadillo Posted: Apr 20, 2012	As long as I'm not shivering, it's nude weather. Rain is not a problem either. I can just dry off.
Florida Nudists Is Playalinda legal?
Armadillo Posted: Apr 3, 2012	Thanks for the info. I went to Playalinda Monday and enjoyed it.
Florida Nudists Is Playalinda legal?
Armadillo Posted: Mar 29, 2012	Thank you very much for the info. :) Is Apollo any better/worse as far as law enforcement? I just want to enjoy some nude time without being surrounded by walls and fences in a resort. If I did get a citation, does it require a court appearence?
Florida Nudists Is Playalinda legal?
Armadillo Posted: Mar 28, 2012	I was planning to make my first trip to Playalinda next week, but everything I read says nudity is illegal there and may be arrested. So what's the deal with Playalinda? Do they only arrest troublemakers or just random naked people? It will be a weekday when I go, what kind of crowd can I expect?
Florida Nudists Swanee river resort
Armadillo Posted: Mar 28, 2012	Im hoping to got there as well.
Absolute Naturists What are you doing for Valentines Day?
Armadillo Posted: Feb 13, 2012	For single people Valentines Day is just another Tuesday.
Absolute Naturists Appropriate Locations for Nudity
Armadillo Posted: Feb 2, 2012	Gay people used to say the same things. "I cant be openly gay, I'd loose my job". "My friends and family would ostracize me." "I'd loose everything I've worked for." They fought for their rights, and continue to. Now, they have legal protections and some measure of acceptance. What about us? When will we demand our God given rights?
Absolute Naturists Favorite Places to be Nude
Armadillo Posted: Feb 1, 2012	WalMart. That is my current fantasy. Why do I need clothes to go shopping? Work. I sit at a desk all day, why do I need clothes?
Absolute Naturists Appropriate Locations for Nudity
Armadillo Posted: Feb 1, 2012	Since textiles are everywhere, no place could be appropriate. Nudity is a civil right. Why can the government force me to wear clothes? That is a violation of my basic civil liberties. Nudists need to take a cue from the gay movement and demand our rights. How about a Nude Pride parade? A catchy slogan like "We're bare and we're here". Nudists of the world unite.
Absolute Naturists Body Acceptance and Fat Unhealthy Nudists
Armadillo Posted: Jan 8, 2012	sltman, are you comparing our honest discussion about obesity to the holocaust? Pretty insulting way to trivialize the death of 11 million people. Wow. ... When I tell people about nudism I tell them nudists are of all shapes, sizes, ages, and colors. But if I show them a copy of the AANR newsletter it's full of obese elderly white people, making me look like a liar. Just because we accept our bodies should not preclude making them better and more healthy. As naturists, shouldnt healthy living be part of what we strive for? And shouldnt we strive for more diversity?
Absolute Naturists Body Acceptance and Fat Unhealthy Nudists
Armadillo Posted: Jan 6, 2012	FuzzyBare, cyn. I did NOT say I dont like obese people. I said I get tired of seeing obese people at resorts and some pick at me for being skinny. Maybe 75% of the people there are over weight. Do they all have a genetic disease? No. Americans are fat because we eat poorly and do not exercise. I do not judge or shun obese people. I accept them as they are.
Absolute Naturists Body Acceptance and Fat Unhealthy Nudists
Armadillo Posted: Jan 6, 2012	I do get tired of seeing obese people at resorts. Some pick at me for being skinny.
Absolute Naturists What sport would you most like to play while nude?
Armadillo Posted: Jan 6, 2012	Ive played basketball and water volleyball nude.
Absolute Naturists New Year Nude Plans... Not Resolutions
Armadillo Posted: Dec 30, 2011	I plan to get very drunk at a resort. Welcome the new year naked and inebriated.
Absolute Naturists Anonymity and the Naturist Movement
Armadillo Posted: Dec 18, 2011	There are no laws protecting nudists from discrimination. Some peoples jobs/church/family could be at risk if others knew they are nudists. Sad but true. It is no one elses business how someone reveals or hides their lifestyle. That decision is for each individual to make, not some magazine or person on the internet.
Absolute Naturists AANR & TNS Memberships
Armadillo Posted: Dec 18, 2011	When I first heard about AANR, a club said I needed to join AANR before I could get a membership. I thought it was just a money-making racket. Why should I have to join AANR to join a nudist club? But after I found out that AANR is legit and does good things to support nudism, I joined. Have considered joining TNS.
Absolute Naturists Introvert or extrovert?
Armadillo Posted: Dec 10, 2011	Im an introvert and Im shy, yet I enjoy social nudism. Weird, huh.
Absolute Naturists Nude Fun in the Winter
Armadillo Posted: Dec 4, 2011	Here in Florida it was 80 deg today, in December! You bet I was outdoors nude. Beautiful day. The cold will be here soon I'm sure.
Absolute Naturists Hot Tubs and Nudists
Armadillo Posted: Dec 2, 2011	I also shower when I get out of the hot tub. Gets some of the bromine smell off and whatever else is lurking in the water.
Absolute Naturists Like Minded - What Does That Really Mean?
Armadillo Posted: Dec 2, 2011	At a nude resort you have at least one thing in common with everyone, and probably more. Birds of a feather flock together.
Absolute Naturists Hot Tubs and Nudists
Armadillo Posted: Dec 2, 2011	I was a little concerned the first time I used the hot tub at a resort. Now I rarely think about the germs. The bromine is pretty high in it.
Absolute Naturists Uninvited Photography of Nudists
Armadillo Posted: Nov 2, 2011	We can not be nude anywhere we want because some people think they are harmed by others nudity. Some people think they are harmed by photos. Both are wrong, and both have no evidence of harm. As for a definition of "harm", neither BillBowser nor myself are claiming harm. Logically, only those who are claiming harm can define what it is. Thus far they have been unable. I will say again- As nudists, we should be sensitive to freedoms being curtailed by other people who dislike them. Freedom is not just about what we like. Freedom is for everyone, even if they irriate us.
Christian Naturists Naturist church
Armadillo Posted: Nov 2, 2011	Lake Como has a Bible Study group that meets every Sunday at 11:00am, at the resorts "north grove" or in the Rec Hall if the temp is below 70 deg or is raining.
Absolute Naturists Uninvited Photography of Nudists
Armadillo Posted: Nov 2, 2011	In a free society, sometimes people will do things we dont like. So far, no one has answered BillBowser challenge to describe what real harm they have suffered from having their photo on a voyeur site. Instead people make "what if" replys. As nudists, we should be sensitive to freedoms being curtailed by other people who dislike them. Freedom is not just about what we like, and screw everyone else. Freedom is for everyone, even if they irriate us.
Absolute Naturists Gender Change and Nudist Clubs/Resorts
Armadillo Posted: Oct 28, 2011	Everyone should be welcome except pedophiles, voyeurs, and mean people.
Absolute Naturists Clothing Optional
Armadillo Posted: Oct 27, 2011	If it's a option, I'll be nude. Lake Como is nude, not optional, but they do not enforce it except in the pool or hot tub. I see clothed and semi-clothed people all the time. I always wonder why are they wearing clothes at a nude place.
Absolute Naturists Top 10 Best Nudist Clubs/Resorts/Beaches
Armadillo Posted: Oct 18, 2011	I havnt been to ten yet. 1. Lake Como. 2. Cypress Cove.
Absolute Naturists Should Nudist Club/Resort Office Staff Be Nude
Armadillo Posted: Oct 12, 2011	I feel more comfortable if the staff is nude. At my resort it seems to be up to the individual. The restaurant staff are always clothed. Might be a health code requirement.
Absolute Naturists Nudists Offended with Nudity... huh?
Armadillo Posted: Oct 12, 2011	Smokey, being yourself is not forcing a life style on anyone. You are not demanding your friends be nude. That would be forcing. If you friends are uncomfortable with who you are, are they friends?
Pasco Nudists Gulf Coast Resort up for auction
Armadillo Posted: Oct 10, 2011	Due to financial issues GCR is being auctioned by Pasco County Auction on October 18th at 11:00. This is an online auction. If anyone wants to own their own nudist club, here is your chance. Visit www.pasco.realforeclose.com for more information or contact GCR.
Absolute Naturists All The Time Or Just On Sunny Days?
Armadillo Posted: Oct 10, 2011	This past weekend was a good example, it rained all day in Florida. If I wear clothes or shoes they will get wet maybe ruined. What great weather for nudism! If I get wet I can just dry off. Went without shoes too, no need to avoid puddles, just walk right through. I wore a hat or carried an umbrella to keep rain out of my eyes. Unless it's cold, rain or shine I'll be nude.
Absolute Naturists Nudists Offended with Nudity... huh?
Armadillo Posted: Oct 10, 2011	Thanks SunBunny. Our unabashed nudity can also serve to enlighten textiles to the joys of nudism. A few months ago a new home was being built at the resort I visit. The home is near the nature trail. While I was walking the trail they saw me and I saw them working. On my return trip I found some of the workers on the trail looking at the flora. We exchanged friendly greetings and I continued my walk. A great way to teach what nudism is about is to allow textiles to see us being who we are (in an appropriate setting). If I hide or cover around textiles, what does that teach?
Absolute Naturists Nudists Offended with Nudity... huh?
Armadillo Posted: Oct 9, 2011	Nothing offensive about nudity. When I am at a resort, and textiles are present (garbage collection, construction workers, cable-tv installers, etc) I make no attempt to cover myself. I'm in a nudist park and I'm supposed to be nude. Textiles can deal with it.
Absolute Naturists Wake Up! Some people don't like nudists...
Armadillo Posted: Oct 9, 2011	Several of our Forefathers enjoyed skinnydipping in the Potomac. Ben Franklin is famous for his nude "air bathes" in the sunlight through the windows of his apartment. Here is the email of that commissioner- district4@hamiltoncountyflorida.com Feel free to drop him an educational email. Be nice!
Absolute Naturists Uninvited Photography of Nudists
Armadillo Posted: Oct 4, 2011	FP, If you dont like our free society, you are free to move to a less free one. Do that, rather than limit the freedom of others. SEE THAT???....that was the BS Flag being thrown back at you! ROTFLMNAO
Absolute Naturists Does the Enjoyment of Nudity Make You a Nudist?
Armadillo Posted: Oct 3, 2011	Before I visited my first resort I was a "home nudist", but I did not consider myself to be a nudist. I thought nudists were these crazy people who ran around naked all the time. I had little desire to be nude around other people. Then after visiting a resort it was like a switch went in my head. I loved it! Then I knew I am a nudist, I am one of those crazy people. What is a nudist then? It's a state of mind. I was in a different state of mind as a "home nudist". Now I fully embrace nudism.
Absolute Naturists How Do You Sleep?
Armadillo Posted: Oct 2, 2011	I sleep nude on top of my covers. Sometimes I will slip my feet under the covers. In the winter Im under the covers but still nude.
Absolute Naturists Introduce Yourself
Armadillo Posted: Oct 1, 2011	I'm John and have been a nudist since February. Guess I'm a newbie-nudie. I hang out at Lake Como in Florida.
Absolute Naturists If Nudity was Legal, Would it Become Commonplace?
Armadillo Posted: Sep 27, 2011	Most people would continue to go clothed. Many people just have no interest in going nude. I would love to shop at the mall or Walmart nude. But consider the harassment we might get from textiles in public. At a nude resort, fellow nudists are tolerant of different types of people. That is not the case in the textile world.
Absolute Naturists Butt / Genital Covers: Should it be Required
Armadillo Posted: Sep 16, 2011	Well, if San Francisco is clothing optional... I'm moving to SF! Amateur nudists should observe the same rules as regular nudists, like sitting on towels. I have no issue with making it law. Seems like a fair compromise to be nude in the city.
Absolute Naturists Family Nudists
Armadillo Posted: Sep 7, 2011	I've never seen kids running wild at a nudist place. They seem better behaved than kids at textile places.
Absolute Naturists Family Nudists
Armadillo Posted: Sep 7, 2011	FireProf, I have experienced the same thing. A young woman I work with was interested in visiting a resort. I told her there are people of all ages there. She said "I hope there are no children. I dont think I could do that." I explained that they are nudist-children, and she dosnt have anything they havnt seen before. Still, she lost interest. It's a big taboo.
Absolute Naturists Winter Nude Plans
Armadillo Posted: Sep 7, 2011	Even in Florida, it gets too cold to be nude outside. This will be my first winter as a nudist, dont know what I am going to do.
Absolute Naturists Family Nudists
Armadillo Posted: Sep 7, 2011	I think it's awesome that familys can enjoy nude recreation. Makes me wish I had been raised in a nudist environment. When I first became a social nudist I was a bit afraid of being around nude children. It's a taboo, more so than nudity in general. Over time I got over that, and now have no issues with family nudism.
Absolute Naturists Uninvited Photography of Nudists
Armadillo Posted: Sep 2, 2011	FireProf- We would smile, maybe even pose. There are photographers that specialize in just that kind of photography. Street photography and event photography. If I were nude I would not care either. I'm not ashamed of being nude or being seen by people. If they use them for profit, I would demand a cut of the money. Note that some zoos, parks, and events, on the back of their tickets, say that you waive rights to your image by entering. Then they have photographers working and use shots for promoting the place.
Absolute Naturists Uninvited Photography of Nudists
Armadillo Posted: Sep 1, 2011	Photographing people is rude but... Legally, in a public place you have no expectation of privacy. Anyone can legally photography anyone or anything in public. Private beaches or resorts have rules about photography. What's wrong with being nude? Are you ashamed? There are already nude photos of me online. If some weirdo gets off on them... that's his/her problem.
Absolute Naturists The Nudist Click Moment
Armadillo Posted: Aug 31, 2011	I already posted, but I want to elaborate on my "click" moment. I think there was two clicks. The first was my first social nude experience. I was nervous, took off my clothes in the car, and walked off into the resort. I'm skinny, but have a gut, so I sucked in my gut. Then I saw nude people of all shapes and sizes. CLICK. I relaxed my gut and realized I can just be myself. Later on I was walking around the resorts residences. I looked down and realized "I'm naked in a residental area, and no one cares!" CLICK. I was hooked. I am a nudist.
Absolute Naturists Children Raised As Nudist... Choice?
Armadillo Posted: Aug 23, 2011	Kids in nudist familys should be raised as such, but given the freedom to cover up when they wish. At resorts, kids seem to go covered away from the pool. Teens are almost universally clothed.
Absolute Naturists YOUR Nude Quote of the Day
Armadillo Posted: Aug 23, 2011	Here are two good ones- "If you want to talk about open mindedness, take off your clothes." - Michael E. Maconnell. "To be offended by the visual appearance of another person is prejudice, akin to racism. The right to exist, uncovered, should hold precedence over the right not to view this, for the objection is irrational." - Terri Webb.
Absolute Naturists Nude 24/7
Armadillo Posted: Aug 18, 2011	I spent my last vacation at at Lake Como and Cypress Cove. In seven days, the only time I wore clothes was the 1:30 drive (wearing only shorts) from Como to Cove. It was great not wearing clothes 24/7! When I finally had to get dressed to go home, clothes were so uncomfortable they hurt a little.
Florida Nudists summer is fun
Armadillo Posted: Aug 18, 2011	I spend most weekends at Lake Como. It's great to relax. I'm dreading the winter when it will be too cold to go nude.
Pasco Nudists Resort accomodations
Armadillo Posted: Aug 7, 2011	I have one of the Cypress hotel rooms reserved soon at Lake Como, but am considering changing it to one the Lake View rooms (11,13,15,17). Has anyone who has stayed in both advise which is better, Cypress or Lake View?
Absolute Naturists Is it just me or does it seem to you that nudity as a subject is popular
Armadillo Posted: Aug 2, 2011	Here in Florida it seems the media only pay attention to the clothing-optional "nudist" swinger clubs, not the real aanr nudist clubs. The only news stories seem to be negative.
Absolute Naturists Are you an Absolute Naturist?
Armadillo Posted: Jul 20, 2011	Absolutely! My last vacation I spent 7 days nude. After getting dressed to return home I realized, clothes not only were uncomfortable but they kind of hurt! I wanna be free!
Absolute Naturists What is an Absolute Naturist?
Armadillo Posted: Jul 12, 2011	To me an Absolute-Naturist is in contrast to a Hobby-Naturist. As a hobby one lives textile but may visit a club or beach occasionally. I live nude as much as I can, I visit my local club as often as possible. I talk to others about nudism. I would shop at the mall nude if it were legal. I'm a Absolute-Naturist, not a hobbyist.
Pasco Nudists Attracting a younger crowd.
Armadillo Posted: Jul 12, 2011	Those are good ideas to start. Como has a grassy field near the vollyball area that would be good for a softball game. How about a naked softball game? Maybe ask two local teams to play an "exhibition" game if possible. They could buy a Wii game system and have naked Wii gaming in the rec hall. Take any wholesome youth-oriented activity, add nudity. Advertise. I've considered sending an e-mail with ideas but I doubt they'd care.
Pasco Nudists Attracting a younger crowd.
Armadillo Posted: Jul 10, 2011	How do y'all feel clubs are doing enough to attract younger people, 20-30 years old? As much as I love Lake Como, they dont seem to have a clue about this, or dont care. Few young people = few future nudists. What should clubs do?
Absolute Naturists Naturism as a Philosphy - Nudism is Not
Armadillo Posted: Jul 9, 2011	All naturists are nudists but not all nudists are naturists.
Pasco Nudists Nude Food
Armadillo Posted: Jul 9, 2011	I just returned from a three night stay at Cypress Cove. I ate all my meals at Cheeks or the Lakeside. I have to say, the quality of the food is better than last time. It's slightly better than Como in my opinion. Lake Como is still a better value, and the food is still good.
Absolute Naturists Is there anyone you'd be embarrassed to have see you naked?
Armadillo Posted: Jul 1, 2011	I would be embarrassed if family or coworkers saw me. Not sure why. I'm sure the embarrassment would pass.
Absolute Naturists The Nudist Click Moment
Armadillo Posted: Jul 1, 2011	After my first social nude experience 5 months ago. I was thinking "Wow! This is awesome!". I still have that feeling. I thought I might visit a resort every month or so, but I'm addicted and go as often as I can.
Pasco Nudists Lake Como
Armadillo Posted: Jun 26, 2011	Sunday was almost a washout. It rained for more than half the day. Around 4:30 the sun came out and the sky cleared some. Had a nice sunset.
Pasco Nudists Lake Como
Armadillo Posted: Jun 23, 2011	I will probably be there on 25 and 26.
Nude Hikers & Backpackers To shoe or not to shoe?
Armadillo Posted: Jun 11, 2011	I usually hike wearing my hiking boots, but I dont really feel nude unless I'm barefoot. Do you go barefoot when on woodland walks, and what are the hazards? How to minimize the hazards? Snakes, ticks, sand spurs, worms? I hike in Florida.
Single Nudists Unite! A Place For New Members To Introduce Themselves (continued)
Armadillo Posted: Jun 9, 2011	I'm John, 43, in Tampa Florida, never married. I've been a nudist for only 4 months, but I LOVE it! Seeking a woman, 30-45, to share that passion with, even if only as a friend. My favorite club is Lake Como. I'm a "nice guy" who likes to relax, and appreciates good humor and music.
Pasco Nudists Resort accomodations
Armadillo Posted: Jun 9, 2011	I really find Cypress Cove to not have much for me. Maybe because I'm single. At Cove I usually hang around the pool. Nothing else for me. Wish they had a nature trail. Lake Comos trail makes it perfect for me, plus it seems like they have more activities.
Florida Nudists Your Favorite
Armadillo Posted: Jun 8, 2011	Lake Como! Como is awesome. Friendly people and plenty to do. Cypress Cove is over rated in my opinion, but it's nice.
Pasco Nudists Resort accomodations
Armadillo Posted: Jun 8, 2011	Not the cabin. I stayed at the Lakeside Cottage, across from the office.
Pasco Nudists Resort accomodations
Armadillo Posted: May 30, 2011	I just spent two days at the Lakeside Cottage at Lake Como. It has a full kitchen, living room, tv, bathroom, and bedroom with king size bed. It is cheaper and more spacious than the Villa Apartment at Cypress Cove. And there's more to do at Lake Como.
Single Nudists Unite! Nudist Internet Dating
Armadillo Posted: May 25, 2011	I'm on Match.com and am about to give up on it. No women seem interested, and the women there seem to have high expectations of a man they want. I mention nudism in my profile. I figure she is going to find out anyway so why waste her time and mine by not mentioning it. I also say that she would not be expected to participate but should be open minded about nudism. I also mention that I am very shy. Most nudist resorts I visit have older people (I'm 43). Resorts with younger people cater to swingers which I am not interested in. I have now come to the realization that, by becoming a nudist, I have severely limited my potental mate pool. I guess I'm doomed to remain a bachelor.
Pasco Nudists Nude Food
Armadillo Posted: May 16, 2011	I've had steak at both. The Cove steak was tough. The Como steak was better and bigger. Neither was as good as Outback Steakhouse, but Outback wont let me eat nude. I had pot roast at Como on Sunday. It came with a big chunk of tender meat, maybe 10 oz, and potatoes and big carrots. Yum.
Pasco Nudists Nude Food
Armadillo Posted: May 14, 2011	I've only eaten at two clubs, Cypress Cove and Lake Como. In my opinion the food at Lake Como is better than at Cove. Where is the best place you like to eat au naturel?
Florida Nudists Safe places to hike nude.
Armadillo Posted: May 13, 2011	Thanks very much for the information. Can anyone tell me what the result might be if I do encounter a ranger at a public forest? Will they just tell me to cover up? Will they ticket me? Will they arrest me?
Florida Nudists Safe places to hike nude.
Armadillo Posted: May 12, 2011	I enjoy hiking, and hiked clothed in various forests before discovering Lake Comos nature trail. But I find I want a longer walk, and am considering a nude hike in the Croom Tract of the Withlacoochee State Forest. I've hiked there before clothed and there are few people who use the trails, and have never seen a ranger on the trails. I'm not too concerned about encountering a textile, but dont want to encounter a ranger. Can anyone suggest safe places for a hike like this? What experiences have you had with encounters with textiles on trails?
Florida Nudists Your Favorite
Armadillo Posted: May 12, 2011	Lake Como. I love their nature trail. You cant beat hiking naked. Wish more clubs had trails. Second is Cypress Cove. It's very nice but there isnt much for a single male to do there. If Cove had a nature trail it would be the best.
Nude Photographers Post your photo website.
Armadillo Posted: May 11, 2011	My landscape photos are at- www.unnecessarybeauty.com My artistic nudes are in a hidden password protected directory. Send a mail if you want to see them.
Nude Photographers What camera equipment do you use?
Armadillo Posted: May 10, 2011	I use an "old" Canon 5D, usually with a 24-70 lens for landscapes. For artistic nudes and some landscapes I use a 50 f1.4. I also use a Canon G9 and even a cell phone camera if necessary.
Pasco Nudists Hello
Armadillo Posted: May 10, 2011	With all the nudists around Pasco this group could be busy if more people knew about it. I know I enjoy shaing my experiences. I had my first nudist experience in February at Gulf Coast. Now I visit Lake Como on the weekends. Been to Cypress Cove and Riverboat once each.
Pasco Nudists Caliente
Armadillo Posted: May 10, 2011	The clubs cater to a different clientele. Caliente and Paradise cater to swingers and more upscale people. I hear Paradise has really gone down hill recently. Gulf Coast seems to cater to retirees and snowbirds. Lake Como, in my opinion, has the best balance and is affordable.

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