Enquiring Minds Want to Know...

[redrocksnudist]

Just a few personal questions, you may or may not want to answer...

Wasn't sure what section to post in, so it's in the newbie section, since i am a relative newbie..


Enquiring Minds Want to Know...


What is the best thing for you about being a nudist?

What (if anything) is a disadvantage about being a nudist?

How much time do you spend nude?

Where do you like to spend time nude?

When did you "discover" nudity, or that you were a nudist?

Did someone introduce you to nudism (or were you a natural) ?

Do prefer to spend time nude on your own (or with others)?

Is your status as a "nudist" known to friends? family? strangers?

What nudist/naturist experience or venue do you recommend?

Have a great (nude) day...

Daniel & Brenda...

[NakedGary]

Rabid_Clam
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Location: Virginia
Registered:: June 10, 2004
Posts: 1721 Posted June 16, 2007 04:33 PM
Location: Virginia
Registered:: June 10, 2004
Posts: 1721 Posted June 16, 2007 04:33 PM Weather here over the past month has been absoluteu stellar. I am nude as much as I can be, work of course does not condone that where I work. But at home I am almost always nude and I cannot wait for the end of day to get home and strip naked to feel the freedom that brings. I am nude with company, if they don't mind and most do but I don't have that much so works for me!

I spend nearly all my home time nude. Was in the back yard today nude, and a neighbor came home. THere was a stockade fence and bushes between him and me so I don't think he saw me and I just went back inside.

Most my friends now I am always naked and is in part why they don't just drop in. They simply do not know what they are missing.

So that is me.

[nudenwv]

1. feeling free and relaxed. 2.having to run put clothes on when textiles visit. 3. 24/7 in the home. 4. at home and at nudist lodges. 5. in my younger years. i would often be nude in my apartment. 6. born to be a nudist. 7. definately with others, but can be alone also. 8. no. only other nudist we have met along the way and of course my wife and daughter know,that's it! 9. anything social. so much more enjoyable to be around like minded people. even if it's just a home visit. thanks for the post. not offended at all by the questions. that's how we learn!

[J,Handyman]

Originally posted by redrocksnudist:
Just a few personal questions, you may or may not want to answer...

Wasn't sure what section to post in, so it's in the newbie section, since i am a relative newbie..


Enquiring Minds Want to Know...


What is the best thing for you about being a nudist? COMFORT

What (if anything) is a disadvantage about being a nudist? LACK OF INTEREST BY OTHERS

How much time do you spend nude? 24/7 UNLESS I AM OUTSIDE OF THE RESORT

Where do you like to spend time nude? AT THE RESORT, MOSTLY AT MY SIGHT

When did you "discover" nudity, or that you were a nudist? DISCOVER NUDITY VERY EARLY, MUCH LATER I FOUND IT WAS EXCEPTABLE DISPIGHT THE UPBRINGING I HAD

Did someone introduce you to nudism (or were you a natural) ? NATURALLLY

Do prefer to spend time nude on your own (or with others)? 50/50

Is your status as a "nudist" known to friends? family? strangers? VERY MUCH SO

What nudist/naturist experience or venue do you recommend? NUDE HIKING, NUDE CAMPING, 3 NUDE RESORTS

Have a great (nude) day...

Daniel & Brenda...

[DoctorSurferDude]

Originally posted by redrocksnudist:
Enquiring Minds Want to Know...


What is the best thing for you about being a nudist? THE FEELING OF BEING LIBERATED

What (if anything) is a disadvantage about being a nudist? THE STIGMA, I WISH I COULD BE MORE OPEN ABOUT IT, BUT PEOPLE IN THIS NATION GET THE WRONG IDEA.

How much time do you spend nude? DIFFICULT TO ADD UP

Where do you like to spend time nude? HOME, BEACH, RESORTS

When did you "discover" nudity, or that you were a nudist? WHEN I WAS 2 YEARS OLD....BUT FIRST TRIED A NUDE BEACH WHEN I WAS 19

Did someone introduce you to nudism (or were you a natural) ? MY OWN CURIOUS PURSUIT

Do prefer to spend time nude on your own (or with others)? WITH OTHERS

Is your status as a "nudist" known to friends? family? strangers? ALL OF THE ABOVE, IN VARYING AMOUNTS

What nudist/naturist experience or venue do you recommend? IF YOU ARE NEW, A BEACH, BECAUSE THERE IS MORE PERSONAL SPACE. BUT EVENTUALLY TRY A RESORT. FAMILY RESORTS CAPTURE THE SPIRIT OF NUDISM LIKE NO WHERE ELSE CAN.

[Ren]

Originally posted by redrocksnudist:


Enquiring Minds Want to Know...


What is the best thing for you about being a nudist?

Developing a healthy relationship with my body and not being obsessed with superficialities.

What (if anything) is a disadvantage about being a nudist?

Not being able to share it with just anyone. Though I'm more open about it than I used to be.

How much time do you spend nude?

It depends where I am and who is around. Sleeping's easy. If I'm at my g/f's place, it's much more time.

Where do you like to spend time nude?

Mostly it's at home, but if I can get outside or in the water... amen.

When did you "discover" nudity, or that you were a nudist?

Sixth grade or so. Admitted it in my 20s.

Did someone introduce you to nudism (or were you a natural) ?

A natural.

Do prefer to spend time nude on your own (or with others)?

The more the merrier, though sometimes it's a singular pursuit.

Is your status as a "nudist" known to friends? family? strangers?

Some friends. Some family. All of you.

What nudist/naturist experience or venue do you recommend?

Little Beach in Maui, or sneaking it during any night walk on a beach, though it's not necessarily allowed.

[jon71]

Welcome Daniel and Brenda. I'm nude at home and not as often as I'd like. I do find it comfortable both mentally and physically. I hope in the future to have more to add.

[nacktman]

Enquiring Minds Want to Know...


What is the best thing for you about being a nudist?
The lack of clothing costs http://oakhurstonline.com/icon/laugh.gif and being healthier.

What (if anything) is a disadvantage about being a nudist?
Well, sometimes the winter heating bill is a wee bit high! http://oakhurstonline.com/icon/wink3.gif

How much time do you spend nude?
Of the 168 hours in a week, most weeks we are nude 168 of them.
Some weeks it's only 148 of them. http://oakhurstonline.com/icon/disappointed.gif

Where do you like to spend time nude?
Wherever we are at at the time. http://oakhurstonline.com/icon/sneaky.gif

When did you "discover" nudity, or that you were a nudist?
From birth back in ... but that would be telling. http://oakhurstonline.com/icon/shocked.gif

Did someone introduce you to nudism (or were you a natural) ?
Introduced by me mum, though was a 'natural' afore that. http://oakhurstonline.com/icon/eusa_dance.gif

Do prefer to spend time nude on your own (or with others)?
Alone or with others ... don't matter as long as we're nude. http://oakhurstonline.com/icon/rolleyes2.gif

Is your status as a "nudist" known to friends? family? strangers?
Yes. http://oakhurstonline.com/icon/happy.gif

What nudist/naturist experience or venue do you recommend?
Whatever you feel like experiencing, that way you can decide for yourself what experiences you want to reapeat and which you'd rather not. http://oakhurstonline.com/icon/idea3.gif

[nakedjohn]

Nudism and Clothesfree help me deal with my dissability.

[fred950]

Nakedjohn, as a person with multiple
'disabilities', I can agree. I have found that nudists are amoung the most accepting people I know.

[Zara]

What is the best thing for you about being a nudist? It seems to help me feel better about myself. Getting an air bath makes me feel alive.

What (if anything) is a disadvantage about being a nudist? Lack of places where I can enjoy being nude outdoors.

How much time do you spend nude? Kind of hard to say, usually just at home.

Where do you like to spend time nude? Home or outside when I can.

When did you "discover" nudity, or that you were a nudist? Known about it for a long time off and on and did so in private. Didn't go to a resort until this year.

Did someone introduce you to nudism (or were you a natural) ? No. Learned it on my own.

Do prefer to spend time nude on your own (or with others)? Due to my nature I prefer being on my own.

Is your status as a "nudist" known to friends? family? strangers? It's only known to a few online friends.

What nudist/naturist experience or venue do you recommend? I've only been to White Tail and I thought it was pretty good.

[BroNudist]

What is the best thing for you about being a nudist?
- Is that I get to be nude as much as want...

What (if anything) is a disadvantage about being a nudist?
- I guess I'd still be a nudist cos I enjoy being a nudist very much...

How much time do you spend nude?
- Almost everytime at home...

Where do you like to spend time nude?
- Usually at home...but its good to socialize with other nudists as...especially outdoors

When did you "discover" nudity, or that you were a nudist?
- Since I was 5 yrs old...& at 17 only realized that Im actually considered as a nudist...

Did someone introduce you to nudism (or were you a natural) ?
- Nope. I found it all by myself...

Do prefer to spend time nude on your own (or with others)?
- I'd prefer to spend time with others...

Is your status as a "nudist" known to friends? family? strangers?
- Yes to some friends...but not all. No...the family doesn't know either, cos they'd never approve...

What nudist/naturist experience or venue do you recommend?
- I'd recommend the lakes or waterfalls & even the seclude islands...cos those venues are available at my location...

[Rick_42]

What is the best thing for you about being a nudist? The feeling of freedom and relaxation.

What (if anything) is a disadvantage about being a nudist? The lack of available opportunities and venues to be nude

How much time do you spend nude? I sleep nude and spend as much time at home nude as I can.

Where do you like to spend time nude? I spend most my nude time in a few rooms of my home. Would like to experience social nudism more often.

When did you "discover" nudity, or that you were a nudist? Have enjoyed being nude for years but "discovered" nudism in Sep '05. First visit to a nudist campground was last Saturday.

Did someone introduce you to nudism (or were you a natural) ? I guess I was a natural. In my first naturist experience, there was almost no nervousness once I got my clothes off.

Do prefer to spend time nude on your own (or with others)? I enjoy "nude solitude" but being nude with others is fun too.

Is your status as a "nudist" known to friends? family? strangers? I don't hide it but most are either unaware or don't take my talk of nudism seriously.

What nudist/naturist experience or venue do you recommend? My experience is limited but being nude at home as much as possible is a good start. Other than that, I guess it depends on what's available and affordable.

[Stu2630]

Do you mind if I answer these as a non-nudist?

What is the best thing for you about being a nudist?

I suppose you save on clothing wear-and-tear, laundry etc, plus you're never stuck for an outfit.

What (if anything) is a disadvantage about being a nudist?

People misunderstand your motivation, maybe? Or they think it's odd or comical?

How much time do you spend nude?

As little as possible. Say, typicaly, 3 minutes per day while taking a shower.

Where do you like to spend time nude?

Aside from in the shower, I don't much like being nude.

When did you "discover" nudity, or that you were a nudist?

I learned about nudism many years ago as a teenager. I was curious about it, but it certainly wasn't something I wanted to try for myself.

Did someone introduce you to nudism (or were you a natural) ?

I have friends who are nudists - both cyber-friends like on here but also some real life friends. While I respect - and even admire - nudists, I don't want to participate in nudism.

Do prefer to spend time nude on your own (or with others)?

I prefer to be clothed alone or with others. Nobody ever sees me naked.

Is your status as a "nudist" known to friends? family? strangers?

My family know I have nudist friends and I'm in no way embarassed about that.

What nudist/naturist experience or venue do you recommend?

I can't answer that except to say that I hope nudists continue to recognise many of us textiles still have our hang-ups and they always show consideration for us in that. In return, I hope the textile majority shows similar consideration by facilitating more and better provisions for nudists.

Stu

[R.M.GREENMAN2]

The best thing about being a nudist= Comfort!
Disadvantages= Stigmas, misunderstandings, local laws, and people who think they know what is best for society!
I spend as much time nude as possible!
I would like to spend more time nude outside!
I would have to say I was always a nudist!My wife introduced me to social nudism when we were dating!
Alone or with others..it is all the same!
All my family and all my friends know I am a nudist and none are even bothered by it!
I recommend a nude hike whenever possible, or an actual club like Mountain Air Ranch.

[Centauri4]

What is the best thing for you about being a nudist?

The sense that I am living an unordinary life, and that I have connected with people who are truly open-minded and accepting of individual definitions of happiness.

Anyone can be a bowler, race fan, or rock concert groupie. Nudism requires not only participation but a philosophical willingness to view life differently. In the same way parents teach children to be respectful of teachers, foreigners, non-traditional homosexuality and and people of different religions, nudist parents (or nudists in general) must teach themselves and then others about acceptance of this as a valid lifestyle.

What (if anything) is a disadvantage about being a nudist?

My disadvantages are definitely not having the financial resources to visit established nudist clubs in my area, and the lack of even a clothing-optional section at nearby beaches. Also, I feel sad regarding the financial pressures most of us have in American society that prevent us from working at nudist resorts, campgrounds or businesses like ClothesFree.com Free-trade economic life with mortgages, college loans, multi-car insurance, GAS and never ending property taxes, is not that great if it prevents us from pursuing the other things we are the most passionate about!

I would like to travel internationally and visit nudist venues and clubs in foreign countries.

How much time do you spend nude?

As much time as I can daily, which is very little due to current living arrangements and a lack of privacy in my home, backyard and neighborhood.

Where do you like to spend time nude?

At home; and then I dream of walking the streets of my homecity nude and not offending anyone. I also dream of seeing nude people walking their dog, working on the car in their driveway, and wandering through local malls happily shopping in the nude.

Once, while employed as a security officer in a gated Las Vegas community, I saw an older, white-haired gentleman unloading groceries from his SUV while a 4 or 5 year old girl (granddaughter?) ran through the front yard naked. He did not blink an eye over this and her behavior appeared to be regarded as a completely ordinary thing.


Wait, maybe I am dreaming of ordinary life in a parallel universe!


When did you "discover" nudity, or that you were a nudist?

After noticing several books on Nudism in America in a mail-order catalog for QPB (Quality Paperback Publishers), ordering it and 'learning' people were doing such things in America (this was around 1986-87). Prior to that time I had only been aware of nude beaches and had never been to one.

My mother and step-father had discussed the idea of visiting a nude beach on Virginia's eastern shore with my brother and I once, but plans never advanced beyond the discussion stage. In trying to act more mature, I said I would definitely go.

Did someone introduce you to nudism (or were you a natural)?
(See the above answer)

Do prefer to spend time nude on your own (or with others)?

Defintitely with others and I have attended White Tail Park (now W. T. Resort), Avalon before it relocated to WV, two landed clubs in Arizona and participated with non-landed groups in Arizona and Nevada.

Is your status as a "nudist" known to friends? family? strangers?

Several family members know of my passion for nudism but have never practiced it with me. Of course, my wife knows I am a nudist but she does not appreciate the idea it can offer the benefits of stress reduction, body acceptance, breaks from textile-complusive societal standards or challange us to be more than animals driven by instincts to survive and reproduce.

I introduced a co-worker to nudism in Arizona, her name was Jodi, and she tried skinny-dipping and nude sunbathing near Sedona, Arizona shortly after our discussions.

I see nudism as having many spiritual aspects, as mentioned above, and psychological ones in its requiring us to behave respectfully towards each other in ways many often fail to do while clothed.

What nudist/naturist experience or venue do you recommend?

For those with the financial means, any one they wish to visit as often as they like!

For everyone else, I feel we must get constitutional with our use of public lands such as National Forests, we should be willing to be cited for the occasional nude use of recreational areas (never having been, I can't preach though) and peacefully request equal access to other areas on a persistent basis.

There are ways to practice this lifestyle anywhere and everywhere, but it does need to be done on a somewhat considerate and thoughtful manner. I believe, "If you promote it, they will join." as similarly stated in an American movie of some note, 'If you build it, they will come.'

The only things that can not be done nude are those which we haven't yet imagined doing. Truly, I would like to organize a nude bowling night and nude swims in my homecity, but laziness often wins out over my nudist zeal. Only in this case thank goodness!

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[Nudestph]

I was expecting the "National Inquirer". http://oakhurstonline.com/icon/beam.gif

[Agde]

<UL TYPE=SQUARE> <LI> Best thing? = the feeling of giving the body a chance to breathe
<LI> Disadvantage? = needing to maintain cheerfulness when faced with ignorance or intolerance of naturism
<LI> Time spent nude? = average about half the time (not counting sleep)
<LI> Where? = home, garden, beach, club, hiking, sports (tennis, volleyball, swimming)
<LI> When "discovered"? = grew up in naturist family, aware of label as pre-teen
<LI> Someone introduced? = parents
<LI> Prefer on own or with others? = either way, but naturists tend to be good company
<LI> Status known to friends? family? strangers? not at all secretive, so anyone who knows me or asks
<LI> Experience or venue recommended? nude wind-surfing is wonderful, beaches and resorts in France, California, Caribbean, Croatia [/list]

[Potoman]

What is the best thing for you about being a nudist? Total freedom

What (if anything) is a disadvantage about being a nudist? None that I know of

How much time do you spend nude? As much as possible every day


Where do you like to spend time nude? Mostly at home

When did you "discover" nudity, or that you were a nudist?
It seems like I was always wanting to be nude
Did someone introduce you to nudism (or were you a natural) ? a natural

Do prefer to spend time nude on your own (or with others)? so far by myself but would prefer others

Is your status as a "nudist" known to friends? family? strangers? couple friends

What nudist/naturist experience or venue do you recommend? Be yourself naturally

[DaveNudist]

What is the best thing for you about being a nudist?
It's very relaxing when I get the chance to be nude.

What (if anything) is a disadvantage about being a nudist?
At this moment it's living with my parents so I can't just walk around nude whenever I want too..

How much time do you spend nude?
When I sleep and random times when no one is home.

Where do you like to spend time nude?
Wherever I can

When did you "discover" nudity, or that you were a nudist?
When I was younger I wondered what it would be like to walk around the house nude and it grew from there...

Did someone introduce you to nudism (or were you a natural) ?
Discovered it myself

Do prefer to spend time nude on your own (or with others)?
I've never had the chance to be nude with others so its just me for now..

Is your status as a "nudist" known to friends? family? strangers?
Nope

What nudist/naturist experience or venue do you recommend?
Never been to one..

[Pete Knight]

I thought I would have a try at this, and why not indeed.

What is the best thing for you about being a nudist?
<span class="ev_code_RED">The freedom, the closeness with nature, the full utilisation of the bodies largest organ. </span>

What (if anything) is a disadvantage about being a nudist?
<span class="ev_code_RED">Stu for one, and the minimal number of places where I can enjoy nudity without harassment.</span>

How much time do you spend nude?
<span class="ev_code_RED">Not enough is the obvious answer, but I go to great lengths to attend nude events and enjoy naked walks as often as is possible.</span>

Where do you like to spend time nude?
<span class="ev_code_RED">With friends at clubs and events and alone on my woodland walks, which would be made more enjoyable if I didn't have to keep looking over my shoulder.</span>

When did you "discover" nudity, or that you were a nudist?
<span class="ev_code_RED">When I was under eight I used to run around naked with friends, but nudism was something I realised I did when I was much older, probably early thirties, but it took until mid forties before I entered social nudism.</span>

Did someone introduce you to nudism (or were you a natural) ?
<span class="ev_code_RED">Yes, a very nice fellow called Pete Knight.</span>

Do prefer to spend time nude on your own (or with others)?
<span class="ev_code_RED">A bit of both, I like the social life, but I also like my solitary moments.</span>

Is your status as a "nudist" known to friends? family? strangers?
<span class="ev_code_RED">Yes, almost everyone I know is aware that I like to run around in the buff.</span>

What nudist/naturist experience or venue do you recommend?[/quote]
<span class="ev_code_RED">In the UK I would say Tything Barn in South Wales, overseas I would go for New Zealand, there are so many opportunities for freehiking, and Rotota Sun club is a fabulous place.</span>

I'm finished, can I go now?

Pete Knight

[hommenudist]

Enquiring Minds Want to Know...


What is the best thing for you about being a nudist?
"Feeling of freedom, less washing, and great way to destress and relax"

What (if anything) is a disadvantage about being a nudist?
"Inability to go outside even in my own backyard for fear of arrest & prosecution. Sometimes there can be an inner conflict between religion and inability to see what is wrong with non-sexual nudity."

How much time do you spend nude?
"I am nude as much or as often as I can be. Notice I get more work done when nude."

Where do you like to spend time nude?
"Nude at home needless to say and the only other place has been the locker room. Would very much love to sunbath nude in my backyard. Were it not illegal would consider doing some Saturday errands in the nude."

When did you "discover" nudity, or that you were a nudist?
"I discovered my love for nudity at 12 years of age. Did not know it to be a nudist or naturist life style at the time. I just discovered I hated wearing clothing and enjoyed being completely free of clothing as much as possible."

Did someone introduce you to nudism (or were you a natural) ?
"I was a natural...no regrets."

Do prefer to spend time nude on your own (or with others)?
"Do not know. Would like to give social nudity a try. Wife is not a nudist but she has no objections to be nude all the time. Nudist resorts I learned from this forum tend to take a dim view of single males ergo I do not attend to forego the social stigma. Have enough of that being a minority."

Is your status as a "nudist" known to friends? family? strangers?
"I mentioned before my wife is aware of it and is acccepting. No one else, family or friends, is aware of my life style. Many of them would be very surprised."

What nudist/naturist experience or venue do you recommend?
"Cannot recommend any from personal experience. The most popular seems to be nude or c/o beaches...I am curious about the nude ocean cruises and tropic vacations."

Good questions...you two have a terrific day...and good luck.

Have a great (nude) day...

[redrocksnudist]

Just a few personal questions, you may or may not want to answer...

http://oakhurstonline.com/icon/happy.gif OK, now it's our turn to answer...

wasn't sure what section to post in, so it's in the newbie section, since i am a relative newbie..


Enquiring Minds Want to Know...


What is the best thing for you about being a nudist?

http://oakhurstonline.com/icon/happy.gif Uh, not wearing clothes

What (if anything) is a disadvantage about being a nudist?

http://oakhurstonline.com/icon/happy.gif Not being able to be nude as much as we want to.

How much time do you spend nude?

http://oakhurstonline.com/icon/happy.gif ALL day, ALL night, except for work and shopping (except for online shopping).

Where do you like to spend time nude?

http://oakhurstonline.com/icon/happy.gif Mostly at home right now, want to add to the list later though...

When did you "discover" nudity, or that you were a nudist?

http://oakhurstonline.com/icon/happy.gif For me (Daniel) it was when i was about 7 or 8, i discovered that i prefer nudity to being clothed. For Brenda it was a practical thing, she prefers to be cool, and her way of coping when she is too warm, is to wear less clothing, or no clothing (it's a comfort thing). So... we both prefer nudity :-) (works for me)

Did someone introduce you to nudism (or were you a natural) ?

http://oakhurstonline.com/icon/happy.gif We are both natural

Do prefer to spend time nude on your own (or with others)?

http://oakhurstonline.com/icon/happy.gif Haven't spent time nude with others yet, seems it would give us more places to be nude.

Is your status as a "nudist" known to friends? family? strangers?

http://oakhurstonline.com/icon/happy.gif One friend (also so inclined), No Family (except us two), about 21,500 "strangers" (i.e. friends we haven't met).

What nudist/naturist experience or venue do you recommend?

http://oakhurstonline.com/icon/happy.gif Haven't been to any, but there are some that i think would be nice...

http://oakhurstonline.com/icon/happy.gif Orient Land Trust / Valley View Hot Springs Colorado)

http://oakhurstonline.com/icon/happy.gif Mountain Air Ranch (Colorado)

http://oakhurstonline.com/icon/happy.gif Deer Park Nudist Resort (California)

http://oakhurstonline.com/icon/happy.gif De Anza Springs (California)

http://oakhurstonline.com/icon/happy.gif Shangri La Nudist Resort (Arizona)

http://oakhurstonline.com/icon/happy.gif Cypress Cove (Florida)

That's a good starting point...

Have a great (nude) day...

[nifocinphx]

Originally posted by redrocksnudist; August 19, 2007 08:37 PM:

What nudist/naturist experience or venue do you recommend?

http://oakhurstonline.com/icon/happy.gif Haven't been to any, but there are some that i think would be nice...

http://oakhurstonline.com/icon/happy.gif Orient Land Trust / Valley View Hot Springs Colorado)

http://oakhurstonline.com/icon/happy.gif Mountain Air Ranch (Colorado)

http://oakhurstonline.com/icon/happy.gif Deer Park Nudist Resort (California)

http://oakhurstonline.com/icon/happy.gif De Anza Springs (California)

http://oakhurstonline.com/icon/happy.gif Shangri La Nudist Resort (Arizona)

http://oakhurstonline.com/icon/happy.gif Cypress Cove (Florida)

That's a good starting point...
Daniel,

In your profile you note that "wife and I are always nude at home, and would like to start visiting some nude resorts...." This just may be the time to get out the house and visit nearby Mountain Air Ranch before the frost is on the pumpkin. My wife and I spent a few days there and loved the freehiking opportunities.

I can also recommend DeAnza Springs Resort and, of course, Shangri La Ranch http://oakhurstonline.com/icon/wink3.gif

Oh, add Orvis Hot Springs (http://orvishotsprings.com/) in southwestern Colorado to your clothing optional places to visit list.

nifocinphx http://oakhurstonline.com/icon/user.gif

[justnude]

OK-here goes:
*the best thing about being nude is the freedom of movement. Even my developing fat roll just moves with the flow!

*I work from home so many days 24 hrs! As much nude time as possible.

*home, beaches and the club

*about 15 years ago; although I almost always slept nude as a kid and frequently showered or otherwise shared the bathroom growing up with my dad and siblings

*believe it or not-my kids!

*much prefer to be nude with others

*most definitely-it is a family thing with us here

[baredownthere]

What is the best thing for you about being a nudist?

What (if anything) is a disadvantage about being a nudist?

The feeling and no restrictions

How much time do you spend nude?

Depends on the day and what I'm doing. Any where from a few hours to the entire day.

Where do you like to spend time nude?

At home, in the yard or pool, on the boat, camping, sleeping.

When did you "discover" nudity, or that you were a nudist?

At avery early age.

Did someone introduce you to nudism (or were you a natural) ?

Natural

Do prefer to spend time nude on your own (or with others)?

Alone and with others.

Is your status as a "nudist" known to friends? family? strangers?

No

What nudist/naturist experience or venue do you recommend?

Going to a camp or beach and seeing how there is no reaction.

[Odie]

What is the best thing for you about being a nudist? The self confidence nudism has brought me in my everyday life. The more accepting of my body I became, the more confident I became with life in general. There is a spiritual awakening that come with nudism taht I have not experienced in any other lifestyle or activity.

What (if anything) is a disadvantage about being a nudist? Years ago I lived in Vermont on 7 wooded and private acres. At that time, I was not as comfortable with nudism and didn't take advantage of teh opportunity I had. I wish I had more opportunity to be nude outdoors. I don't like being secluded in my home with curtains drawn.

How much time do you spend nude? A few hours in the morning before work and a few hours in the evening after work. My partner is not a nudist but doesn't mind. But I sometimes feel like I'm on display when I'm nude at home and he's not. He's supportive of it and thinks it's great, so I'm the one that needs to adjust my comfort level. Been to a few resorts and loved being nude 24/7.

Where do you like to spend time nude? I like the campground style resorts. Being outdoors and a rustic setting is very comfortable and spiritually uplifting.

When did you "discover" nudity, or that you were a nudist? about 5 years ago I just became less self conscious. I had some friends living with me and didn't care if they saw me walking to the shower or getting dressed. Once I realized that it wasn't as taboo as I thought, teh feelings of insecurity dwindled.

Did someone introduce you to nudism (or were you a natural) ? All on my own.

Do prefer to spend time nude on your own (or with others)? I prefer with others. Seeing people go about their business like at a resort makes one realize that it's not about being NUDE, it's about being yourself and you just happen to be nude.

Is your status as a "nudist" known to friends? family? strangers? a few friends and family members. I find it's easier to tell new friends about it than longtime friends. New people don't know me as well and just assume I've been a nudist forever and think nothing of it.

What nudist/naturist experience or venue do you recommend? I recommend resorts or campgrounds becasue you are in a safe and welcoming community of people who share a common interest. I've found that nudists are easy to get along with even when you don't share other points of view. Nudism is kind of like the great equalizer. Even when some of the topics on this site have gotten heated, we all still share that common interest that brings us here together.

[auty]

Just a few personal questions, you may or may not want to answer...

Wasn't sure what section to post in, so it's in the newbie section, since i am a relative newbie..
You're in a good place!

Enquiring Minds Want to Know...


What is the best thing for you about being a nudist?
Best thing? There are many; no clothes so a small grocery bill when it comes to Tide or whatever you use. Also I've found nudists are the most open-minded and intelligent of the people on the net.

What (if anything) is a disadvantage about being a nudist?
There still are stereotypes concerning nudists such as; nympho, predator, or something that made me laugh, a reverend using binoculars was saying to the press "Where are they going to strike next?" Strike?

How much time do you spend nude?
All the time I can. All at home, most at work, (until a month ago I was an exotic dancer) the only time I can think of where I can't be is when I go shopping.

Where do you like to spend time nude?
In remote creeks skinny dipping and meditating, at home, anywhere I am.

When did you "discover" nudity, or that you were a nudist?
About age 6, but that I was a nudist came a little later.

Did someone introduce you to nudism (or were you a natural) ?
My dad showed me the old 'your body is cool,' but I guess I was a natural because I could have just said yeah dad and gone on my way. That was when I was just able to interact with others.

Do prefer to spend time nude on your own (or with others)?
Well, both. I like to be on my own when I'm thinking, but I like to be with others when I socialize.

Is your status as a "nudist" known to friends? family? strangers?
To friends and family, strangers get to know it if I trust them. You don't want a guy to turn into a horndog because he knows a naked girl is writing to him.

What nudist/naturist experience or venue do you recommend?
First I'd recommend just staying in your house for a day. Feels good? I don't know which resorts are around you or you could try a very remote creek or lake to go skinny dipping.
enjoy this life Daniel and Brenda,
auty

[minn18nude]

hey there redrocksnudist....heres my answers to your questions...


What is the best thing for you about being a nudist?
Answer: obvious not wearing clothes, and being free...!!!!
What (if anything) is a disadvantage about being a nudist?
Asnwer: My disadvantages of being a nudist i have to be careful around my mom and step dad even though they know im a nudist, and i have to tread on the topic lightly to friends.
How much time do you spend nude?
Answer: I try to spend as much time as possible nude, for example as a week(7 days) goes, i will spend 4 out of the 7 nude.
Where do you like to spend time nude?
Answer: I love to spend the most time nude outdoors and in the sun. Love going to the nudist club and swimming, tanning and making new friends.
When did you "discover" nudity, or that you were a nudist?
Answer:I discovered the positive nudity and nudist lifestyle all thanks to a friend and her loving family back in high scholl about 3 to 4 years ago when they invited me over and told me about the lifestyle they choose to live. I joined them one weekend, and it was great, and i was hooked ever since then.
Did someone introduce you to nudism (or were you a natural) ?
Answer: yes, a high school and her family.
Do prefer to spend time nude on your own (or with others)?
Answer: I am an either or person, i would love to spend my time either by myself, or with others. but more with others.
Is your status as a "nudist" known to friends? family? strangers?
Answer: My status of being a nudist to my family is know a little, my mom and step dad know i am a nudist, but im unsure my father knows. Certain friends of mine know im a nudist, and some have tried to talk me out of quitting being a nudist.
What nudist/naturist experience or venue do you recommend?
Answer: Well i reccommend simply just trying the nudist period. Either just walk around your home nude and go from there, or come on out to your nearest nude beach or nudist resort and have fun getting to know other nudist, swim, tan, play volleyball, and tons more.....

Stay naked everyone, and great questions redrocksnudist...

[owengovender]

Just a few personal questions, you may or may not want to answer...

Wasn't sure what section to post in, so it's in the newbie section, since i am a relative newbie..


Enquiring Minds Want to Know...


What is the best thing for you about being a nudist? Well i'm just starting out, but i will say freedom without have to dress-up in fancy expensive clothes.

What (if anything) is a disadvantage about being a nudist? Having to hide who you are to people who don't know or condone nudism/ nudity

How much time do you spend nude? Any chance i get, but only at home when my parents are not around

Where do you like to spend time nude? Only at home, as stated previously

When did you "discover" nudity, or that you were a nudist? I discovered nudity when i was 13, mostly from TV :laugh:

Did someone introduce you to nudism (or were you a natural) ? No, I discovered that myself.

Do prefer to spend time nude on your own (or with others)? On my own, and also when i spend time with my g/f ( non-sexual ) just talking. But she is not a nudist, she will not marry me in dec 25 of this year if she found out that i was.

Is your status as a "nudist" known to friends? family? strangers? None

What nudist/naturist experience or venue do you recommend? I have found a place called haakbos. it looks very comfortable to visit, when i get a chance, i will spend a day their and then write back my experiences here.

Have a great (nude) day...

Daniel & Brenda...

Bear in mind that i am just starting out in this wonderful new lifestyle.

[Fitz1980]

Enquiring Minds Want to Know...


What is the best thing for you about being a nudist?
Comfort

What (if anything) is a disadvantage about being a nudist?
Some people don't understand it. Some roommates aren't down with me being naked at home

How much time do you spend nude?
As much as I can. Used to be most time at home. Now that Maria (the roommate) has a boyfriend I'm dressed more. He's not down with the nudity and don't want to make him uncomfortable.

Where do you like to spend time nude?
The beach, the pool, the apt, anywhere

When did you "discover" nudity, or that you were a nudist?
Always been more comfortable nude. Thanks to the internet I found out that lots of others were like me.

Did someone introduce you to nudism (or were you a natural) ?
A natural for nudity. The net showed me that I was not alone

Do prefer to spend time nude on your own (or with others)?
I like being nude in ether situation but with others tends to be better because there's more to do with friends.

Is your status as a "nudist" known to friends? family? strangers?
Kinda known for some time. Some people knew, others didn't, some just had an idea. Today I posted a bulletin on Myspace where I announced it to the world.

What nudist/naturist experience or venue do you recommend?
The beach, the resorts, anything with like minded people

Have a great (nude) day...
I intend to

[FireProf]

Just a few personal questions, you may or may not want to answer...

Wasn't sure what section to post in, so it's in the newbie section, since i am a relative newbie..


Enquiring Minds Want to Know...


What is the best thing for you about being a nudist?

For me....it's destressing, relaxing and
much more comfortable. I enjoy the freedom and the ability for all parts of my skin to breathe.

What (if anything) is a disadvantage about being a nudist?

Not having our grown children participate. We spend lots of time together but nude time we spend alone or with friends.

How much time do you spend nude?

As much as possible. When home we never wear clothes or...very little like a light robe if it's cold, but mostly nude. Only dress when we have to.

Where do you like to spend time nude?

Home, beaches, resorts. Soon...our new backyard.

When did you "discover" nudity, or that you were a nudist?

I began wanting to be nude all the time around the age of 14. After we got married we were nude at home when I was home from the service. Soon after I was discharged we were home nudists.

Did someone introduce you to nudism (or were you a natural) ?

I was a natural. It's always been something I felt I was. My wife was introduced by me and has been a nudist for over 30yrs.

Do prefer to spend time nude on your own (or with others)?

With my wife and friends. We ensure we have time for both.

Is your status as a "nudist" known to friends? family? strangers?

Some friends, our daughters, son in laws and grandchildren know. Co-workers and some aquaintances. We don't broadcast it but don't shy away from telling anyone anymore.

What nudist/naturist experience or venue do you recommend?

Terra Cotta Inn, Club Orient, the beach or any of the many clubs. I say if you're near any nudist venue...take full advantage.

Have a great (nude) day...

Daniel & Brenda...


Thanks for asking!

FireProf

[Natural Lee]

What is the best thing for you about being a nudist?

When I'm hiking and camping it's great to feel the air, sun, and even rain on skin.

What (if anything) is a disadvantage about being a nudist?

Can't think of any!

How much time do you spend nude?

I try to always be nude at home. When I'm camping I spend several days at a time without ever having to put on any clothes except for sandals.

Where do you like to spend time nude?

Outdoors hiking and camping, and hot springs,

When did you "discover" nudity, or that you were a nudist?

I was in my teens.

Did someone introduce you to nudism (or were you a natural) ?

Just natural

Do prefer to spend time nude on your own (or with others)?

Either is fine, but I prefer to be with a lady friend when camping and hiking.

Is your status as a "nudist" known to friends? family? strangers?

Friends

What nudist/naturist experience or venue do you recommend?

Hiking, camping, Hot Springs

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Have a great nude day!