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April 13, 2020 Volume 18, Issue 1  

Weekly Newsletter

Going Crazy

Just be careful because people are going crazy from being in lock down! Actually I've just been talking about this with the microwave and toaster while drinking coffee and we all agreed that things are getting bad. I didn't mention anything to the washing machine as she puts a different spin on everything. Certainly not to the fridge as he is acting cold and distant. In the end the iron straightened me out as she said everything will be fine, no situation is too pressing. The vacuum was very unsympathetic... told me to just suck it up, but the fan was more optimistic and hoped it would all soon blow over! The toilet looked a bit flushed when I asked its opinion and didn’t say Inside this issue anything but the door knob told me to get a grip. The front door said I was unhinged and so the curtains told me to ...... yes, you guessed it .....pull myself together Bare Booty 5K ......  2 World Naked Gardening Day ...... 2 COVID 19 Update American Association for We hope that everyone is doing well and staying safe during this time of uncertainty. The good Recreation ...... 3 news here is that we have not had a single case of the virous as of 4/12. With most of our staff Lion in cage ...... 4 still onboard Ǧwe have been using the time wisely to get ready for the return to normalcy. in the Age of Isolation ..... 4 Though all the facilities are still closed, we are keeping everything clean and sanitized. A lot of How to talk about ...... 4 spring cleaning has also been getting completed throughout. 7 Days Without Clothes ...... 4 With spring arriving and all the rain that we have had everything is growing very fast. Due to this Positive ...... 5 growth and the effects it has on the fire risk here at the resort, we have had the opportunity to clear away, clean up and minimize that risk. Though the grounds are an ongoing project, we have For the aspiring nudist ...... 5 had a great head start. The ultimate question ...... 5 A good deal of maintenance in areas of high traffic during normal operations is also getting com- Benefits of Being Nude ...... 6 pleted, such as floor repairs in the clubhouse, upgrade to our direct TV satellite equipment and so much more. Again, maintenance is an ongoing task here at the resort, but we are happy that a lot of back burner items have been completed. DSR Activities Schedule

We have not only been working on the current but also the future. We have spent a lot of time AANR Undressed Press planning future events (more to come soon) and updating our online presents with an all new The Western Sun website, better content on and so much more.

We are so, looking forward to the day that we may reopen the gates for our members and guests to pay a visit and enjoy some friendly, fun . Please stay safe and we will see you soon. Bare Booty 5K Run 2020

Mark your calendars. The 4th annual Bare Booty 5K run will be held on Sunday, September 20, 2020. The run will begin at 9 AM with check-in starting at 7:30 AM. The course is comprised of some paved streets and some trails. This year we will be adding the electronic tracking bracelets to track run times and to speed up the process of tallying the final results. Registration will begin Memorial Day weekend, click here to access more information about the run and to register. We look forward to seeing everyone this year.

“Being socially naked in the presence of strangers is a big step for many. Starting at home with friends you trust is an easy way to get desensitized.”

Water Highlights World Naked Gardening Day, May 2nd

Ok, why bother? Nothing here. It is World Naked Gardening Day (WNGD) is an annual international event generally celebrated on beginning to feel like we are doing a the first Saturday of May by gardeners and non-gardeners alike. lot of hurry up and wait. Fortunately, WNGD was founded and organized by Mark Story (consulting editor for Nude & Natu- having been in the military, I am used ral magazine) and permaculturalist Jacob Gabriel, as a project of Body Freedom Collaborative to that, like waiting in line for 4 hours (BFC). In its early days, Story had a vision of BFC engaging in "guerrilla pranksterism" such as to get six shots and a dental X-ray at hopping out of a van or showing up spontaneously in an urban environment and engaging in guerilla gardening. the end of the line.. In the New York Daily News, Story noted that WNGD is not owned by any one organization. "No For lack of anything better to do I had particular organization owns World Naked Gardening Day," Story said, and it's not actually one a virtual visit and WVB session last large gathering of horticulturists in Seattle who strip down and shear some shrubs together." Sunday. The weather around the pool While the phenomenon quickly spread internationally, little investment has been made by its was a little cool still so virtually no one founders. "Story said he and Johnson haven't spent any money or gone to any great lengths to was sitting outside. promote World Naked Gardening Day since they initiated it. They helped create a website early on, and then receded into the background. They intended that the idea of an introduction to We had a great turnout, 10 on 10 clothes freedom through gardening was valuable and would grow organically on its own." (plus or minus). We played it safe and WNGD is endorsed by , Clothes Free International and American Association all of us were virtually 6 feet for Nude Recreation (AANR), among others. As of 2012, Story is the project lead of WNGD. apart. The play was the usual boister- ous session we have grown to expect The first annual World Naked Gardening Day took place on September 10, 2005. In 2007, the event date was moved to the first Saturday in May; as of 2018, the event still takes place on the with Fonz and Rick there slamming the first Saturday in May. In 2018, however, the Naturist Federation adopted the last virtual hits. There were some great weekend in October as World Naked Gardening Day; this date was deemed to be better suited to defensive moves too, Clark and Red the climate of the Southern Hemisphere.

Continued on page 6 According to NBC's Today News, WNGD "has become an annual tradition that cele- brates weeding, planting flowers and trimming hedges in the buff. While it's linked to a move- ment of nudists who promote wholesome and unashamed acceptance of the , the 2 day is meant to be funny, lighthearted and non-political, founders say." Click here for our list of activities About Us

DeAnza Springs Resort is the largest and one of the newest clothing op- tional resorts in North America. Situated on more than 500 acres of high desert (at 2600 feet) in eastern San Diego County, it is ideal for year- round vacationing.

The resort is comprised of 311 spa- cious RV sites with full hook-ups and plenty of spacious tent sites for dry camping. Luxurious rental units con- sisting of fully furnished park models, midsized RV’s and motel rooms.

No matter what activities you enjoy, you will probably find them available at DeAnza Springs Resort. Surround- ed on three sides by fantastic hills of the Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, Spring has sprung in the desert mountains of southern California the resort grounds include grassy lawns, Shade trees, and sparkling pools, as well as typical desert vege- tation. About the American Association for Nude Rec- Other amenities include two heated swimming pools (one enclosed for reation year-round swimming), a hot tub, spa, well equipped gym, and Our Mission: Simply put, we exist "To advocate nudity and nude recreation in appropriate settings while educating and informing society of their value and enjoyment." pickleball courts, shuffleboard court, horseshoe pits, lounge, café, confer- The American Association for Nude Recreation is the largest, most long-established organization ence center, game room, large cov- of its kind in North America. With roots dating to 1931, we have grown from our humble begin- nings to an organization that has served 213,000 individuals throughout the , Cana- ered patio, world class hiking, as well da, Mexico and beyond. These members enjoy their own backyards and pools with family and as children’s play equipment. We also friends, as well as over 180 nudist resorts and affiliates. have a large safely enclosed pet park, For nearly 90 years AANR has espoused the benefits of wholesome nude family recreation. Since laundry facility and Wi-Fi broadband our inception it has remained a primary mission to protect the rights of nudists in appropriate internet access is available through- settings regardless of age, gender, race or economic status. We continue to proudly endorse the out the resort. benefits and rights of families to enjoy a skinny dip and other nude recreation pastimes. Within a short hiking distance, there Although society has become more tolerant and accepting of nude recreation, we still have a are vestiges of ancient native en- long way to go in educating the public regarding the wholesomeness of our choice of nudity, AANR strives to distinguish between attire and behavior. Nudity, as we espouse it, is the enjoy- campments, abandoned mines and ment of the freedom of being without clothes. As such, it should not be confused with behavior, railroad camps to explore. The Anza- which may or may not involve nudity. It is imperative that this be understood so that the perpet- Borrego Desert State Park offers uated stereotypes disappear and that tolerance for family social nudism is commonly accepted miles of nature trails for nude hiking by the generations to come. and mountain biking. It is also the mission of AANR to be an advocate of our rights. As stated in the Nudists’ Bill of Rights, we have the right to hold our values and beliefs; to responsibly enjoy nudity in the com- Continued on page 4 pany of our family and friends. Nudists are law-abiding citizens and have the right to be treated as such.

To learn more or become a member, visit their website by clicking here. 3 Click here for our list of activities Lion In Cage About Us cont. Naturist restlessness… I experienced it first in autumn 2015, after an incredible summer full of With the friendly folks that call DeAn- highs and firsts for me, the year I discovered Irish naturism… za home, you can socialize as much Having dabbled in naturism in and I thought I was ready for the Irish Sea despite its or as little as you choose. You can legendary bone-chilling temperatures and I searched for the famous nudist section of Brittas Bay. share in monthly potluck dinners, I experienced my first World Naturist Day there in June 2015, I made friends and gradually found enjoy social hour, sing karaoke, or myself attending all the meetups I could summon on the East Coast. I was in love with Irish beaches, could barely believe the temperature was not a problem for me, in fact it seemed that I dance the night away in the Oasis had developed a quite resilient skin through our brisk beach strolls. October came and I began to Lounge. Enjoy a meal at the Cactus panic, I would still drive to the beaches in Wexford, Wicklow and Dublin, but was aware of the Flower Café or an invigorating game season ending. I remember the frenzy and to absorb it all, couldn’t get enough and was of water volleyball. At the end of the more than happy or desperate enough to survive through the winter months with windy, foggy, day you can retreat to your own frosty and freezing challenges whilst concocting further outdoor plans for the future. Read more space to experience the peace and solitude the high desert has to offer. Social Nudity In The Age Of Isolation: Naked We have many planned activities for On ZOOM! you to enjoy every week, such as bingo, karaoke, trivia, water volley- We did it! We had our first naturist cocktail party on ZOOM last night. Met up – online – with ball and social hour. Our activities list good friends that we typically get together with several times a year for naturist-at-home eve- also include events like Nudestock nings. We’ve probably all been naked together well over 100 times. But naked together on the internet? Is that the same thing? Isn’t that simply being voyeuristic? Musical Festival, Bare Booty 5K Run and Naked to Goat Canyon Trestle. As the World Wide Web has grown up over the years, live nudity on the net has always been tricky to navigate. As far back as the late 90s, when computer based video conferencing was still All activities are open to everyone. - in its infancy, I have vivid memories of a single naked guy popping onto my screen, uninvited and Nude recreation can be a getaway announced, literally scaring the hell out of me! I’m not offended by nudity. I’m not offended by from the pressures of everyday life. guys. But dude… you were not invited into my living room, naked or otherwise. Read more The relaxation you will discover is a result of the healthy trend toward accepting ourselves for who we are How To Talk About Naturism and feeling comfortable with our With the world in turmoil and facing serious issues, it's a good time for us to realize that the fear bodies. that some of us have about telling people what we do on a hot day seem irrelevant by compari- son. Anecdotally, we hear that many home-workers (that's pretty much everyone right now) are If you have not yet experienced the spending time without bothering to get dressed each day, and, we hope, discovering that far freedom and fun of nude recreation, from being shameful, eccentric, ridiculous, embarrassing or dangerous, it's actually rather nice. you are in for a wonderful and liber- Here's some tips from 2018 to help you to talk about it like any other subject you may want to ating experience when you visit bring up... DeAnza Springs Resort. It’s not always easy is it? People often have their own ideas about it before you open your mouth and you’re never sure how they are going to take the news that you’re a Naturist yourself. Then Those who enjoy nude recreation there are the awkward questions. You’d love to just tell them how it makes you feel but they come from all walks of life. DeAnza interrupt with statements that throw you off balance... Read more Springs Resort welcomes singles, couples and families of all ages. You will quickly find that being comforta- Why Going 7 Days Without Wearing Clothes ble with your body and those of Was So Worth It others has nothing to do with age, I’ve never been one who enjoys the constrictive nature of clothes. This started at a very young size, shape or condition. age. When my mom threw me birthday parties as a kid, she’d put me in a gorgeous princess DeAnza’s magic is yours to discover! dress that any normal girl would love, and the minute she turned around, I’d rip it off and ride my Come and stay for a day, week, rocking horse bare-backed. As I got older, I finally agreed to keep my dresses on in public, but would often go commando because feeling the air swirl up there felt better than eating ice cream month or… on the beach.

There’s an unmatchable freedom that comes with letting it all hang out. Just thinking about it makes me long for the time when I could pull my dress over my head in front of everyone and not be judged. But, low and behold, after a little research, I discovered nudity can actually lead to 4 improved emotional and physical health. Read more

Click here for our list of activities Positive body image: could naturism boost it?

A positive body image is a strong factor in determining a person's happiness; if you're unhappy with your physical shape, it can hinder your overall well-being. Some studies suggest that actually getting naked among strangers– nudism – might boost positive body image.

Most of have been there – and if not yet, the day will surely come: looking at ourselves and our body in the mirror, examining the bits we don't like, the parts that could be smaller, larger, smoother or just not there at all. At the same time we are also bombarded with images of per- fect bodies in the media, so it's no wonder failing to have a positive body image is a common issue.

Indeed, dissatisfaction with one’s own body and a corresponding lack of positive body image is evident in many countries across the world. Studies such as that conducted by Andrea Pelegrini and Edio Petroski in 2010, involving sample populations from 24 countries, have shown that such poor body image can cause people to radically alter their nutritional intake in an effort to address perceived problems.

As seen in this study, body disaffection often begins in childhood, with the authors stating “a study comprising schoolchildren of secondary education in greater Florianópolis, SC, revealed that 48.2 per cent of these schoolchildren were dissatisfied with their body weight,” and that “body dissatisfaction is even observed among pre-adolescents”. The link between a positive body image and self-worth has been firmly established, such as in a publication by Hesketh et al., (2004), which focused on in adolescents. Read more

“My body is not perfect to some, I know. But I am ok with the one I have, and happiest when I can live naked. Free and comfortable.”

10 Questions And Answers For The Aspiring Nudist

I do remember the first time, as a kid, I went to a naturist beach. I do not remember all the ques- tions that went through my mind at that time, because there may not have been any, nudity felt normal, as everybody, as far as I can remember, was nude. However, some years later, having grown up and gone through diverse nude and textile experiences, I asked myself some questions on nudism and naturism, to which I found answers by searching and experiencing myself. I think they can be useful if you think about going to a or beach, or going for a naked hike, or just staying at your place, but stripping down. Here we go: Read more

The Ultimate question For An Open Nudist Life

Living an open life is one of the first step to happiness. If you are a nudist and feel nudism/ naturism is right for you, for the various reasons I’ve exposed here and there, or for your own reasons, then you should be open about it. Remember there’s nothing wrong to naturism and to being naked socially. I always keep the naturism definition close if discussing naturism with non- nudists: “Naturism is a way of life in harmony with nature, expressed through social nudity, linked to self-respect, tolerance of differing views together with respect for the environment”.

Open your nudism to others may be hard at the beginning, then after a couple of times, it will become easier, as you will very seldom encounter rejection with the ultimate question for an open #nudist life. So imagine, it’s summer, you are naked having your breakfast in the sun and have a couple of good friends coming for lunch. Those of your friends are non-nudists to your knowledge and they do not know you are nudist. You would love to be able to continue being naked. Does it relate to any experience you had? Well here’s the question to ask in the first minutes after greetings them clothed: “Do you mind if I get naked, as I am a naturist and the weather is ideal for naturism?” Read more 5 Click here for our list of activities The Benefits of Being Nude

Water Volleyball Highlights Spending more time naked is the stuff of nightmares, particularly those nightmares that involve giving a speech in front of the entire school. Even in the waking world, the idea of wandering Truck John virtually slammed some of around the house naked could make your palms start to sweat. Wearing only your smile may end those hits right back.at 'em. Doug up putting a bigger grin on your face than you might expect. Various studies have shown how kept things vocally active by jabbing at being nude can be good for your physical and mental health. Even more studies have shown that Rick's virtual quality of play. Fortu- certain items of clothing can have negative health effects. If you aren’t convinced bare is the way nately, Jennifer virtually kept the to be, check out these benefits of being nude. peace by calming the boys Sleeping in the buff can lead to improved sleep quality. According to the National Sleep Founda- down. OBTW, thanks to Susan for the tion, a drop in temperature can help signal your body to sleep, helping you feel drowsy and fall virtual brownies, always a treat. asleep easier. The simplest way to cause a temperature drop? Disrobe.

As indicated by the narrative above, While you might think looking at yourself naked would hurt your body image, it actually does the we sure have a virtuous WVB group.. opposite. One study published in January revealed that people who took part in naturalist or nudist activities had better body image, self-esteem and life satisfaction than those who did not. It just isn't the same though without Seeing yourself nude gives you time to appreciate the unique and beautiful aspects of your own being there to see you all. We know that sometime this will end and we body, whether it’s a birthmark shaped like Abraham Lincoln or the way your muscles move as you walk. It gives you time to appreciate the gift of your own body. will be together again. In the mean- time,. Hang in there and the buzzword Certain and types of clothing can affect your health, particularly if they are restrictive. is "Stay safe" Skinny jeans or too-tight belts can lead to meralgia paresthetica (pinched nerves), causing pain or numbness in your thighs. Other studies have shown skinny jeans can cause dangerous swelling in feet and ankles.

Luckily, nothing’s more comfortable than the skin you’re in. Spending less time in tight clothes can help you avoid painful nerves and weird red marks on your skin. Read more

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