Change at Laguna Del Sol?

[fairford in 85]

The Laguna Del Sol web page (www.lagunadelsol.com) describes the resort as "clothing-optional." I have a print out of their web pages from a year or so ago where the resort is described as "clothes-free." They may have been clothing-optional for a while now and I just noticed it.

Anyway, their old web pages had the resort's philosophy as "unclothed when possible, clothed when practical." There are situations where visitors might prefer to have some clothing (e.g. first timers, dancing, eating in the restaurant..). A policy of clothes-free with some exceptions is understandable. However, I expect visitors (especially repeat visitors) would at some point want to be nude.

One thing that makes me relax at Laguna Del Sol is that I don't worry about being nude because almost everybody else is nude. I wonder if this shift to clothing-optional might change things. My understanding of clothing-optional is that a visitor can wear clothes all the time and never have to be nude. I don't know if I would relax as much if say half the visitors were nude and the other half wore clothes.

I hope that all visitors to Laguna Del Sol will choose to be clothes-free rather than clothing-optional. Maybe I am reading too much in this change in words. I am interested in your thoughts.

[shaneone]

I have not visited Luguna in over two years, but when I went there with my wife they described it as clothing-optional. The tour was given with the option for you to be fully clothed if you preferred. The only places the were clothes-free were the pool areas.

I took full advantage of the clothes-free part, but my wife was glad to have the option of clothing-optional until she relaxed fully. It is such a great resort.

[maxnude]

Laguna del sol has promoted their nude resort as "Clothes Free" on their outdated website for years.

Re: http://web.archive.org/web/20060515153905/www.lagunadelsol.com/


This beautiful, clothes-free resort offers a great escape from the stresses of everyday life.

Laguna del Sol is located just 20 miles from Sacramento, and, yet seems a world away. The 25 acre lake and surrounding nature trails are home to all kinds of birds and animals.

The facilities at the resort are all modern and first class. They include a restaurant, clubhouse-lounge, tennis and volleyball courts, 3 pools, 2 spas, and fitness center.

Laguna del Sol has members and visitors of all ages, races, shapes, and sizes. Nudity has an equalizing effect on people. Most people are surprised at how little time it takes to adjust. There is no need to "lose 10 pounds" or worry about any body imperfections - everyone has them.

This is a clothes-free resort, and the philosophy is "unclothed when possible, clothed when practical. "We realize that it may take a while for some first-time visitors to become comfortable enough to disrobe, and a reasonable amount of time is allowed for them to acclimate themselves. At Laguna del Sol, people behave with good judgment and manners consistent with a family environment. Obviously, voyeurism, unwelcome remarks, comments, solicitations or behavior of a provocative or sexual nature are prohibited.

Appropriate behavior at Laguna del Sol is the same as in any other family environment. Overt sexuality and voyeurism are not appropriate. Alcoholic beverages consumed at the restaurant and bar must be purchased there.

Please exercise discretion and moderation. Alcohol abuse may force us to ask you to leave. People with body-piercing jewelry should consult with management. Laguna del Sol welcomes singles, couples, and families. As a general rule, couples visit Laguna del Sol together.

First-time visitors to Laguna del Sol will be taken on an orientation tour upon arrival at the office. Tours are given on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Reservations are not required for orientation tours during these hours. Tours are possible at other times with advance reservations.

There is no charge for the orientation tour; however, you will probably want to spend the day at the resort after the tour and regular day use admission fees apply.


The new web page and resort change to "Clothing Optional" more suits the actual resort usage by members and visitors.

Many women, and most to all younger people and teenagers wear full clothing or light wraps in most areas with the
exception of the wet "Nude Mandatory areas".

The new web page shows everyone clothed in the Clubhouse/Lounge image under "amenities tab":
http://www.lagunadelsol.com/images/p003_1_05.png

All of the remembered nudestock and nude event pictures are gone from the site.

http://web.archive.org/web/20060515112128/www.nudestockfestival.com/WebPics2002/page_01.htm

http://www.bartsystems.com/URLImageArchive/CF92346119.JPG

http://www.bartsystems.com/URLImageArchive/AARONCARSHOW2.JPG

I just don't understand why repeat visitors to a nudist resort would spend $26.00 per day gate fee to be surrounded by
nudists and remain fully or partially clothed and not nude.

Previously the "Clothes Free" status of the resort was never enforced past the initial tour, getting use to being around other
nudists, and first couple of visits.

During major nude event weekends many are seen fully or partially clothed.

I guess the gate take, and attendance would be much less if the "Clothes Free" status of a
nude resort was strictly enforced.

True nudist go to a nudist resort to be nude and prefer a "CLOTHES FREE" rule with exceptions for weather and sun
over exposure.

[FireProf]

My wife and I have talked about visiting LDS many times. I have family up north and it's always been a topic of discussion that after we visit family...we'd head south and stay at LDS for a few days.

We have friends, we vacation with annually, that have also expressed interest in meeting at LDS for a long weekend but we ALL prefer "nude" as opposed to "clothing optional." This wouldn't keep us from visiting but we'd prefer to be around others that are there for the same reasons we are.

I'm not convinced that those that remain clothed, the entire time, aren't there for anything other than looking and that's not what this resort should have become. A clothing optional resort should only be that way so that newbies can get comfortable with being nude but after a given time....they should be expected to be nude or not return to the club.

My 2 cents worth!

FP :)

[NudeAl]

It's been a few years since I was there and to my recollection nearly everyone was nude at that time. I was rather annoyed at what I perceived as a strong swinger contingent at the large pool area. It was so uncomfortable I felt it nessesary to find another pool for my grand-daughter to enjoy. I fear that perhaps the management wants to compete with another well known club in Florida in that way by attracting non-traditionl members. Now I have no evidence to back this up this is what I saw and my own opinions or perhaps fears is a better term.

[CA-AZ]

All that has changed recently at Laguna del Sol is a new, updated website. There have been no policy changes. The term "clothing optional" has been used in marketing for well over 10 years. It has been proven to be a much more inviting term to newcomers, especially women. The amount of clothing seen there on a nice day is comparable to any other nudist resort, perhaps less. Yes, the majority of people wear some clothing at night to the restaurant and lounge, but there are always enough who are completely nude to make that a comfortable choice for anyone.

Suzanne Schell
co-owner, Laguna del Sol

[CA-AZ]

It's been a few years since I was there and to my recollection nearly everyone was nude at that time. I was rather annoyed at what I perceived as a strong swinger contingent at the large pool area. It was so uncomfortable I felt it nessesary to find another pool for my grand-daughter to enjoy. I fear that perhaps the management wants to compete with another well known club in Florida in that way by attracting non-traditionl members. Now I have no evidence to back this up this is what I saw and my own opinions or perhaps fears is a better term.

I hope that you voiced your concerns to office staff. LdS is not trying to compete with any other resort, or cater to any specific segment of nudists. Acceptable behavior is required of everyone and is outlined on the website. Family appropriate behavior is absolutely mandatory. I sincerely hope that you will visit again this year. There are 4 separate pool areas and they can certainly vary as to socialness, amount of children, etc from week to week.

The "fears" mentioned are absolutely unfounded.

Suzanne Schell
Co-owner, Laguna del Sol

[barenaked1]

It seems at times, especially when the weather is perfect for being sans clothing that there are those that tend to be fully dressed. I know that is preferred that when inside the pool areas and to be in the pools/hot tubs, that you must be nude.
From experience, there is no reason to believe that this resort is coming even close to the 'other resort', however I am concerned that there is too much clothing option in the resort.
I am somewhat uncomfortable being totally nude, as I embrace the nudist lifestyle, that there are too many times, when the weather is above the 80 degree mark that there are way too many people fully clothed.
The concern is that the rates for camping and RV'ing are extremely cheaper than many of the textile resorts, so many people may not care about seeing naked people and will take advantage of the cheaper rates.
I think this diminishes the 'nude experience' that many people go for. Perhaps the owners are feeling the economic pinch and are looking the other way. Hopefully, they will take a true look at what they are allowing and begin to stress what the resort is truly for...NUDE recreation. If there is 'swinging' going on, it is truly being kept behind closed doors. It can happen anywhere.
I hope the owners will take a firm stance and enforce the issue that it is a nude resort and that is what comes first.

[David77]

It has been several years since I have been to Turtle Lake Resort in southern Michigan. It was clothing optional but it was very infrequent that you ever saw persons clothed when it was nice weather.

[FireProf]

and...this isn't something that affects just one or two clubs. Our club has signs all over the place stating it's a clothes free area and nudity is mandatory yet....on a nice weekend, you see women strolling around with little skirts on, wearing t-shirts, pareos, sarongs and just recently during a Mardi Gras function...the "Activities Director" had on a t-shirt and pareo.....it was in the low 80's people!

I don't get going to a nude resort and wearing clothes(weather permitting)...........I just don't get it. And....yes....I know all the reasons why someone might "have" to wear something but...this is getting outta hand.

The picture in the original post clearly shows various types of "clothing optional" but........all the stuff being worn is "see thru". Does that make alot of sense?

[Navigator]

....on a nice weekend, you see women strolling around with little skirts on, wearing t-shirts, pareos, sarongs and just recently during a Mardi Gras function...the "Activities Director" had on a t-shirt and pareo.....it was in the low 80's people!

I don't get going to a nude resort and wearing clothes(weather permitting)...........I just don't get it. And....yes....I know all the reasons why someone might "have" to wear something but...this is getting outta hand.


I believe that many clubs require all paid employees, including the "Activities Director" to wear clothes in order to prevent any future harassement claim or other legal claims complaining that nudity was required as a condition of employment...however unlikely such a claim might be. Also, resort management people frequently deal with outside vendors and generally do so clothed so as to appear professional, to the vendor, and avoid the possibility of offending the vendor. At our club, most of these kind of employees are active nudists and will be around the pool or tennis courts etc., in their birthday suits if the weather's nice and they're off work.

Also, in clubs we're familar with, the requirement for employees to wear clothes even extends to part-time or one-time employees such as a live band or a magician or body-painter or other entertainer that might be paid to appear one time only and would love to perform naked if allowed by club rules.

As to why members or visitors who pay good money to be at a nudist resort on a nice day would wear clothes....I'm always as mystified as you.:confused:

[barenaked1]

and...this isn't something that affects just one or two clubs. Our club has signs all over the place stating it's a clothes free area and nudity is mandatory yet....on a nice weekend, you see women strolling around with little skirts on, wearing t-shirts, pareos, sarongs and just recently during a Mardi Gras function...the "Activities Director" had on a t-shirt and pareo.....it was in the low 80's people!

I don't get going to a nude resort and wearing clothes(weather permitting)...........I just don't get it. And....yes....I know all the reasons why someone might "have" to wear something but...this is getting outta hand.

The picture in the original post clearly shows various types of "clothing optional" but........all the stuff being worn is "see thru". Does that make alot of sense?

I agree, but as stated before, it's almost as cheap as a KOA campground...AND a lot nicer. But apparently, management doesn't empower any staff (except office) to enforce a wider state of nudity on the grounds. In the many years, I have been a member, I have seen more clothing than 'option' in the last few years. Guess $$$'s rule the state of dress.