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About Naturism Archives
Pinned What is Naturism?
19 Dec 2011 02:00 PM |
Edward
in About Naturism
What is Naturism? Naturism is the practice of going without clothes. Whatever you may think about people who do such a thing, it is not shameful, embarrassing or ridiculous, in fact when the weather is hot it’s the sensible option – and great fun...
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Going Natural in Croatia by Caroline
19 Dec 2011 02:21 PM |
Edward
in First Time Experiences
I hadn't thought of naturism until I met my fiancé five years ago, and even when discovering his father was a long time naturist and he too had a preference to be without clothes, I didn't think much of it. Then aged 25, to say my knowledge of...
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The Skin You're In
04 Jul 2012 09:47 PM |
Edward
in First Time Experiences
A short video by Emma Sullivan of Brighton University, featuring BN Youth Officer Daryl Jones, which looks closer at what the attraction of naturism is today.
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Being Natural by Andrew
19 Dec 2011 02:26 PM |
Edward
in First Time Experiences
I suppose it goes back to my birth, I arrived before the midwife got there and when the doctor came he said “where is this natural baby?” So Natural is what I was called in the family. Growing up on the edge of the countryside I spent most of my child...
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A new and a-maze-ing experience by Beth
19 Dec 2011 02:30 PM |
Edward
in First Time Experiences
Recently I attended my first naturist event. It took place at York’s Maize Maze on a sunny Saturday night in July. I had seen an advert for the maze, which mentioned some special events, including “Naked Maze Night”. This intrigued me, so not quite be...
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Diving In by Matt
19 Dec 2011 02:34 PM |
Edward
in First Time Experiences
It was a year ago that my parents first told me they were going to a naturist club on a Friday night. Until then I had been under the impression that they were just going swimming: watching the waistline like most parents. After a few experiences of na...
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Why don’t we open the gates to potential new me...
08 Mar 2012 01:29 PM |
Roni
in Roni Writes...
If Ascot can do it, then it’s good enough for us – Let’s have a Ladies Day, says Roni Fine. A common complaint among naturists is that there are too many men, particularly single ones: I beg to differ: the truth is there are not enough women, married...
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A Whole New World by Jenny
19 Dec 2011 02:28 PM |
Edward
in First Time Experiences
Martin and I had seen an advert for a naturist holiday in America and discussed that when funds allowed us we would like to go. At this point in time we were unaware of organisations such as the YBN or naturist clubs and that they existed in the UK. Lo...
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Sometimes Illegal?
17 Jul 2012 07:34 PM |
Edward
in About Naturism
The third project made through the British Naturism Media/Filmmaking Group explores the confusion about the legality of being nude in public places in England and Wales.
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Posed or poised?
11 Jun 2012 12:17 PM |
Brenda Roberts
in Roni Writes...
Should we take a stance over pictures?
Roni Fine asks if there is a need for full-frontal nudity in naturist photography.
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A new and a-maze-ing experience by Mike
19 Dec 2011 02:31 PM |
Edward
in First Time Experiences
Sitting on a towel on a bench, squinting uncomfortably into the sun to see the band playing on the bus, and suddenly realising you’re naked is something you’d normally expect to be a dream, but it wasn’t a dream, it was Saturday night’s reality. These...
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Clothes Optional
17 Jul 2012 07:52 PM |
Edward
in About Naturism
An insightful documentary exploring naturist culture within the UK. University of Portsmouth 2012 Producer: Nick Hodgson Director: Louise Peak Writer: Dan Barnes
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First Time Experiences - Introduction
19 Dec 2011 02:12 PM |
Edward
in First Time Experiences
If you are curious about naturism, there's really no substitute for experiencing it for yourself. No one can ever truly describe that first-time feeling of freedom from clothes, with your body fully exposed to the sun and the breeze. Swimming wit...
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A History of Naturism
19 Dec 2011 02:39 PM |
Edward
in History of Naturism
The Moonella Group The first club with any kind of established home was founded near Wickford in Essex in the late summer of 1924. The club adopted the name of the Moonella Group from the club name of the owner of the ground, and called its site The C...
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Nothing to hide
07 Jan 2012 12:29 PM |
Andrew Welch
in Roni Writes...
“Don’t be scared,” says regular BN contributor Roni Fine, “telling people you are a naturist doesn’t lead you to be outcast by friends and family.” Ask a company for the best form of advertising and the answer will invariably be “word of mouth”. If yo...
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A History of Naturism - Timeline
19 Dec 2011 02:48 PM |
Edward
in History of Naturism
1891 The earliest known naturist club in the world exists in British India. Founded by Charles Edward Gordon Crawford, a widower, who is a District and Sessions Judge for the Bombay Civil Service at Thana. The club's constitution would be acceptabl...
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Ladies, come on in – naturism will change your...
07 Jan 2012 12:05 PM |
Andrew Welch
in About Naturism
At Nudefest2009 a ladies-only session entitled “Women in Naturism” was held, in which experiences were shared, and thoughts and observations on the issues affecting women in naturism discussed. The women present told of how naturism had changed their l...
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In at the Deep End by Robert
19 Dec 2011 03:37 PM |
Edward
in First Time Experiences
“I’ll be back,” writes newcomer Robert Hulme after his first YBN experience. Unlike many of you who will be reading this I don't come from a naturist family, I don't have any naturist friends and in fact I'd never really looked into naturi...
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"I'm New To This, Me!"
07 Jan 2012 11:51 AM |
Andrew Welch
in Roni Writes...
Roni Fine gives a beginner’s guide to naturism So you’ve decided to become a naturist, now what? Is it that simple - you take your clothes off and that’s it? Well, yes, in principle that’s all you need to do, but there is a whole lot more out there t...
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Is it really true that clothes maketh the man?
20 Sep 2012 10:11 AM |
Brenda Roberts
in Roni Writes...
Roni Fine on a question which is of material concern to naturists
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Naturism is not a spectator sport
07 Jan 2012 11:52 AM |
Andrew Welch
in Roni Writes...
Roni Fine asks: “Can clothes be a choice?” How many times have you been caught up in the old argument amongst naturists regarding whether places should be naturistonly or clothes-optional? Would it attract the voyeurs or entice the hesitant person to...
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“You’re never too young to go clubbing!”
07 Jan 2012 11:44 AM |
Andrew Welch
in Roni Writes...
Roni Fine, regular BN contributor and PRO for Blackthorns, BN club of the year 2005, talks to families in naturism The media and those new to naturism are often surprised by the numbers of young people and families that frequent the naturist venues a...
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“It’s the way you tell ‘em!”
07 Jan 2012 11:48 AM |
Andrew Welch
in Roni Writes...
In your enthusiasm to introduce people to the naturist lifestyle you may need to pause and think of how you are going to portray it, as those first few words could make the difference between attraction and repulsion. So often I have heard the questio...
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Nothing makes you feel better!
07 Jan 2012 11:46 AM |
Andrew Welch
in Roni Writes...
Roni Fine talks to naturists about body image. Going to a wedding, an interview, a party or a first date? These occasions usually involve worrying about what to wear! We want to create a good first impression. Image! It's an important thin...
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Frequently Asked Questions
19 Dec 2011 02:05 PM |
Edward
in About Naturism
What preparations should I make before visiting a naturist place? Generally none at all, apart from those you would normally make to go anywhere. It doesn't take much to make yourself presentable in a naturist environment. Are children likely to...
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