Archive-name: nude-faq/part2 Version: 5.1 Last-modified: 1995/08/31 Changes this month: none. Copies of this article may be obtained by anonymous ftp to rtfm.mit.edu under /pub/usenet/news.answers/nude-faq/part2.Z. Additions marked by + in column 1. Corrections marked by | in column 1. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ON REC.NUDE - PART II OF III Curious to know if there's a beach, swimming hole, campground, club, or resort near you where you can enjoy nature naturally? Here's a list to help you get started... 1: National Organizations * 1.1: The U.S.A. + 1.1.1: The AANR + 1.1.2: The Naturist Society + 1.1.3: The National Nudist Council * 1.2: Canada + 1.2.1: Federation of Canadian Naturists + 1.2.2: Federation Quebecoise de Naturisme * 1.3: Other Countries + 1.3.1: Central Council for British Naturism + 1.3.2: Australian Nudist Federation + 1.3.3: International Naturist Information Center 2: Publications * 2.1: Guidebooks * 2.2: Periodicals * 2.3: Videos _________________________________________________________________ 1: NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS 1.1: The U.S.A. 1.1.1: The AANR is the premier organization of American nudist resorts and facilitates lobbying and education efforts, while TNS serves as a publishing organization emphasizing fair use of beaches and other public lands. There are hundreds of local clubs, camps, and resorts too numerous to list here. The American Association for Nude Recreation(AANR) 1703 N. Main St., Suite E Kissimee FL 34744-9988 (800) 879-6833 Membership Information (407) 933-2064 (407) 933-7577 FAX 1.1.2: The Naturist Society represents many of the "free beachers" and grew out of that phase of the nudist/naturist movement in America. The Naturist Action Committee, in conjunction with TNS, works with officials to increase public acceptance and opportunities for clothing-optional recreation. The Naturist Society (TNS) and the Naturist Action Committee (NAC) PO Box 132 Oshkosh WI 54902 (414) 426-5009 (414) 231-9977 FAX 1.1.3: The National Nudist Council of the Americas N.N.C. P.O. Box 860 Keene, New Hampshire 03431 603.585.6800 weekends FAX 603.585.6711 1.2: Canada Many Canadian clubs are AANR clubs. However, Canada has two national movements (one English, one French) and is the only country in the world to have two INF (International Naturist Federation) member groups because of this. 1.2.1: Federation of Canadian Naturists (FCN) PO Box 186 Islington, Ontario Canada M9A 4X2 Internet: naturist@torfree.net 1.2.2: Federation Quebecoise de Naturisme 4545, av. Pierre-de-Coubertin C.P. 1000 Succarsale "M" Montreal, Quebec Canada H1V 3R2 (514) 252-3014 (or 3000) 1.3: Other Countries 1.3.1: Central Council for British Naturism (CCBN) 30-32 Wycliffe Road Northhampton NN1 5JF UK Telephone (within UK): 01604 20361 (from abroad): +44 604 20361 FAX: 01604 230176 1.3.2: Australia: The Australian Nudist Federation The Secretary, ANF, P.O. Box 268, Belconnen, ACT 2617 There are many, many countries with national organizations. For information on your country write to the: 1.3.3: International Naturist Information Center PO Box 2082 2800 BE Gouda, Netherlands 2: PUBLICATIONS 2.1: GUIDEBOOKS * The North American Guide to Nude Recreation: A guide to all AANR members camps, resorts and non-landed clubs. $24.95 ($16.95 for AANR members) + $3 shipping from the AANR. Floridans add sales tax. 200 pgs, 8 1/2 x 11, soft cover. * World Guide to Nude Beaches & Resorts, by Lee Baxandall: A Naturist Society publication covering the USA and 80 other countries. $28.00 + $4 shipping in US (Outside US, by surface mail, $5 or by air, $10) from TNS. Credit card orders can be emailed to naturist@peter.atw.fullfeed.com or 76640.633@compuserve.com or faxed to 414.231.9977. Phone orders: 800.558.8250. * INF World Handbook - 1990 - 1991 Edition - 847 page guide containing information on naturist sites, clubs, and beaches around the world. $18.95 + $3 shipping from the AANR or TNS. * NUDISK I,II&III- Computer Disk Listing of Naturist Areas of East/Mid US. Mac 3.5", IBM 3.5" and 5.25". Disk only $15.95. 121 Page Printout, $19.95. Both, only $29.95 Printouts for 1. Florida & Georgia; 2. South Carolina to New York; 3. East Tenn., N.C., S.C, VA, GA, only $7.95 ea. Printout for New England, (81 pp) only $13.95. Post Paid (specify area when ordering). See the review of NUDISK in Nude & Natural 11.3, p.4. Written from a guest's-eye viewpoint, no punches pulled, by permanent nudists, The N & N Nomads. Send $US to: Camilla Van Sickle PO Box 1418U Sarasota, FL 34230 There are several hot springs guides that may be useful, as well as guides for specific areas (California beaches, etc.). * Canadian Guide to Naturist Resorts and Beaches Federation of Canadian Naturists (FCN), see above, 1991, CAN $9.95, 51 pages Contents: + Introduction to Naturism and its history in Canada + Listings for clubs, resorts, travel clubs, and 'free' beaches organized by geographic region: Pacific, Prairie, Ontario, Quebec, Atlantic + In total, covers: 27 clubs or resorts; 8 travel clubs; 4 free beaches Some European guides (sorry no prices on some of them -- maybe someone can fill me in and I will post it next go around?): * L'Officiel du Littoral Nudiste - French beaches only. Tells you where it is official, where it is tolerated, and where they impose fines. Written in French, with maps and access instructions. Editions Symbiose, 23, Rue Tronchet 75008 Paris. * Guide 1993 du Tourisme de la Gironde - La Gironde is a region of South West France by the Atlantic Coast. The guide is updated and published annually. Mainstream French, official, local government tourist brochure, with specific entries for naturist holidays. Available FREE OF CHARGE from: Maison du Tourisme de la Gironde, 21, Cours de l'Intendance, F-33000 Bordeaux Tel (33) 56-52-61-40 Fax (33) 56-81-09-99 * FKK Reisefuhrer - All over Europe. Beaches and inland. All in German. Contains some very beautiful photography. Price: 19,80 DM. ISBN 3-87261-061-9. Gloss & Co Verlagsgesellschaft, Postfach 50 03 44, D-2000 Hamburg 50, Germany. * Naturist Guide to Europe, 2 vols, 8.50 pounds per vol. Contact: David Martin Coast and Country Publications 3 Mayfield Avenue Scarborough YO12 6DF UK * Naturist Guide, Holiday Centres in France, Spain and Greece - Published by La Vie au Soleil/Vivre Nu Magazine. In English and in French; very good coverage of France, but probably most useful for camping sites rather than holiday centres with only cottages. Price 50 FRF. EDIBUL, BP 21, F-84570 Mormoiron, France. Tel +33--90-61-93-04; Fax +33--90-62-88-33. * Bare Facts, A Guide to Australia's Nude and Dress Optional Clubs, Resorts and Beaches. Published by Australian Sun & Health. Good descriptions of most clubs and resorts, with contact details. Beaches well covered, with directions and most descriptions accurate. Price A$10, US$12 (air), US$9 (sea). * Guide to nude beaches in Poland is a Polish language listing of nude beaches in Poland. It is available on a 3.5" or 5.25" IBM disk for $2.00 from: Tomasz Skrzydlo PO Box 63 20-014 Lublin 15 Poland. For more information, contact Tomasz at tgniw@sokrates.umcs.lublin.pl 2.2: PERIODICALS * The Bulletin: Published by the AANR for its members. A monthly newspaper. Contains organizational business updates, club news, and other topics of interest to members. Single copy price - $2.75. Subscription available with AANR membership. * Nude & Natural (formerly Clothed with the Sun): A quarterly magazine, included in Naturist Society ($30 **) membership. Provides information about the Naturist movement on a national level. May be subscribed to separately for $25. Single copies $8 + $3 shipping/handling per order. ** Memberships OUTSIDE US: $40 surface, or with air delivery, $50. Subscriptions without membership, deduct $5. US funds only. * UBFREE: Monthly Nudists Review. For more details, send SASE to: UBFREE, PO Box 38031, Houston, TX 77238 * Naturally (formerly called The Event): Quarterly magazine, $18/year. Naturally, PO Box 203-A, Pequannock, NJ 07440. * Naturist Life International (NLI). A subscription is $20/year (four issues). Personal articles, religious-bent (not necessarily Christian). N. L. I., Inc. POB 300 Troy, VT 05868 * Hot Springs Gazette: A light-hearted travel guide for the hot spring enthusiast. Covers mostly western US. Four quarterly issues, $15 US. Hot Springs Gazette, 12 S. Benton G3, Helena MT 59601. * Going Natural: Canada's National Naturist Magazine, A quarterly report on naturist resorts, beaches, travel, events, and all aspects of the naturist lifestyle. Subscription rate - $30.00 Canadian ($25.00 US). See address for FCN above. * British Naturism: A quarterly journal of the British naturist movement. Contains information on France, Spain, Holland, and Africa, too. Sample copy, $5. Year, $12 by sea mail, $20 air mail. CCBN, 30-32, Wycliffe Road, Northampton, NN1-5JF, UK. * Australian Sun & Health: A glossy color magazine published quarterly with lots of photos & information about the nude and dress optional clubs, beaches & resorts in Australia and overseas. Australian Sun & Health, P.O. Box 5601, Mail Centre, GOLD COAST 4217, Australia. 1993 Subscription Rates (Sea Mail, Econ Air Mail) USA US $24, US $32 Canada Can $27, Can $36 United Kingdom UK #14, UK #18 New Zealand NZ $34, NZ $38 Personal Cheques accepted from the above countries. Note Sea Mail can take up to 13 weeks for delivery. 2.3: VIDEOS Some info on some naturist videos (taken straight from an ad in Nude & Natural): * Going Skinny Dipping The seventh documentary travels to the beautiful island of Bonaire in the Netherlands Antilles. An update on Cap D'Agde. The Western Naturist Gathering at Silver Valley and Lupin in CA. Fire walking, the Theatre Group of Frank Moore, Hot Springs, and much more. The first naturist camp in West Berlin. An update to Paradise Lakes, FL. A nude cruise on the Ocean Spirit with nude casino, wedding at sea, games, parties, and fun for all. $49.95 - 60 min. * Natural Summer Takes an in-depth look at the many aspects of clothing optional recreation throughout the US. Miami's Palms Hotel, offers a nude rooftop for sunbathing as well as topfree bathing by the pool and their beach, and upon request, nude health spa. Cypress Cove, near Disney World, Orlando, FL, one of the most popular and luxurious nudist resorts in the US. The Ledges in Vermont, unique rock formations- and majestic lake. Lake Travis, TX where the city of Austin has accepted nude recreation at Hippy Hollow. Nude Halloween Party, East Coast Gathering, packed with activities including the Nudelywed Game, Gong Show, photography, body painting, massage workshops, nude skydiving, art show and more. $49.95 - 60 min. * Companion Video to _Lee Baxandall's World Guide_ - $31.95. NOTE: Above videos in American format only! All prices in US dollars. Shipping & Handling in US, $3; to Canada, $8 US. Anywhere else, $12 US per order. To: The Naturist Store P.O. Box 132 Oshkosh, WI 54902 Other videos can be purchased from AANR, TNS, and others that highlight nude resorts and beaches, as well as introduce the nudist/naturist lifestyle. Several resorts have videos about their facilities (Cypress Cove is one such resort). AANR and TNS both have introductory videos. See above publications for advertisements. _________________________________________________________________ The above information is far from comprehensive (but hopefully correct)! I make no guarantees of quality or usefulness. I do not represent any of the above organizations or companies and receive no monetary reward for posting this information. Permission must be requested before posting and copying. Copyright @ 1992-1995 Michael O'Neal-Petterson. Send updates, corrections, comments/criticisms, and requests for current copies to: mop@oxy.edu The most current version of this FAQ is always available at http://www.oxy.edu/~mop/rnfaqp2.html Relax and enjoy, naturally! -- Michael O'Neal-Petterson mop@oxy.edu http://www.oxy.edu/~mop/home.html