American Association for Nude Recreation 
 
American Association for Nude Recreation
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May 26, 2011 - Volume 5, Issue 10
In This Issue
No Swimsuits Allowed
TripAdvisor's Top Beaches
Club Corner
Original BBFR
Last Chance
Shirt Off Your Back Sale
Nudist Forum
World of Nude Recreation
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Castaways Travel
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No Swimsuit, No Problem
Best Nude Beaches
By Suzanne Schell
Laguna del Sol
Mira Vista Resort

 

We nudists sure have it easy compared to those poor full-time textiles who have to shop for new bathing suits. Maybe it's not so bad for guys whose suits all look pretty much the same, but on second thought, they've had to deal with soggy, wet fabric practically to their ankles for the past 15 years or so.

 

When I read about buying a woman's swimsuit, it seems so stressful and complicated. It makes you wonder how you're ever supposed to just relax by the pool or at the beach. Here are some typical words and phrases taken from just a couple of recent articles with "tips for finding the perfect swimsuit" and some swimsuit ads (my hint - birthday suit!):

 

Potential problem areas, Draw attention away from, Draw attention to, Slimming, Conceals, Hides, Camouflages, Minimizes, Problem areas, Trouble spots, Figure flaws, Slimming panels, Tummy control, Compresses, Flattens, Enhances, Maximizes, Deflect attention from, Doesn't add poufiness, Smoothes out any lumps, Stay away from adding any bulk, Built in bra for support and shape, Draws attention to an area that you do want to flaunt, thus distracting from an area you don't. The vertical lines narrow the frame and draw the eye up and down instead of across. Padded cups at the bust and a compression liner that runs from under the bust to the lower torso. Prints can get really tricky and in most cases draw attention to areas you'd rather they not, as well as create kind of a dizzying effect that might make some areas look bigger than they are. If you go with a print, just make sure it flatters the right areas -- again, maybe it draws attention to an area that you do want to flaunt, this distracting from an area you don't.  Whew!

 

It's understandable that women have the hardest time trying nudism for the first time and then are the most enthusiastic about it after experiencing it. When they allow themselves to get past the ridiculous idea that their body, no matter its size or shape, has to be "fixed" with the perfect swimsuit or other clothing, they are able to finally relax, having one less thing to worry about.  

 

Here's to a fun and stress-free nudist summer!

 


TripAdvisor's Top Nude Beaches
Nude Beach

Nude recreation is more popular than ever.  In fact those who frequently turn to TripAdvisor, the world's largest travel site that assists customers in gathering travel information, posting reviews and opinions of travel-related content and engaging in interactive travel forums, tend to think so.

 

TripAdvisor has just released its 2011 "nude beach survey results" revealing nearly half of Americans (49%) would bare it all at a nude beach (up from 48% in 2010 and 31% in 2009). Thirty-two percent of respondents indicated they would not, while 19%  remain on the fence about taking the skinny dip plunge.

 

Click here to read more about the TripAdvisor survey.  

 

To read about nudists' experiences at nude beaches, click here.

 

Planning a trip to a nude beach? For information about nude beach etiquette, read the First-Timer's Primer here.  

 

Club Corner--Berkshire Vista Resort

Berkshire Vista Resort

  Berkshire Vista Resort,

an AANR-affiliated club located at the end of Kittle Road in Hancock, Massachusetts, completed six supreme sites near the clubhouse, now totaling 150 RV sites on the grounds all with water and power and 95% of them with septic.  

 

The resort also has nine rental units; five rooms in the Kittle House, available for certain events; Wi-Fi; a 200-300 seat commercial restaurant and bar with a DJ booth and dance floor; several covered outside decks; two hot tubs; a sauna a solar heated pool; snack and liquor bar with an outdoor music system; a refurbished Har-Tru tennis court and more.  

 

Read more here

 

Time For The Original Bare Buns Fun Run
Kaniksu Ranch

This year is the 27th running of The 'Original' Bare Buns Fun Run (BBFR), a clothing-optional 5K run/walk through forested area on a pressed gravel surface on July 31. The BBFR has been in existence since 1984 and is a premier clothing-optional race. Join in for a day of running, volleyball and enjoying the Inland Pacific Northwest.

 

There are 14 age groups from 5 and under to 70+. For information on team registrations, go to the web page. All team members must be individually registered for the run. There is no additional charge for entering as a team. See www.kaniksufamily.com for more information or visit the Bare Buns Fun Run Facebook page




Last Chance For Free Gift
AANR Members The free gift of AANR merchandise with new two-year membership expires soon. June 5 is the last date to take advantage of this offer.

For details, click here or call 800-879-6833. Mention GIFT2 with purchase.
Shirt Off Your Back Blowout Sale
Wave Runner T-shirtThe Shirt Off Your Back merchandise clearance sale continues to be successful and merchandise is selling out quickly. Quantities are limited, so get these great buys while they last.

Click here to view and purchase.
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Click here to get started.

 

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