May 11, 2020 Volume 19, Issue 3 Weekly Newsletter COVID 19 Update Greetings to all DeAnza Springs Resort Residents, Members and Guests, We hope this Ǧfinds everyone healthy and safe. This letter is an attempt to update everyone as to where we are currently, and where we hope to be, throughout the remainder of 2020. This is an extremely difficult task in view of the ever- changing guidelines being imposed by our Governor and San Diego Board of Supervisors. Please be aware, it was not our idea to close the restaurant, bar, pools, spa, or fitness center, nor is it possible to re-open them without direct approval by San Diego Department of Environmental Health. The good news is that recently Governor Newsome changed his statement from, the Inside this issue timing to reopen would not occur in weeks, but in months. He recently stated that reopening would be measured in days or weeks, not months. When the easing of restrictions does occur, Will Naturism Grow .................... 3 we plan on opening both pools and spa immediately. The spa takes about 1 day heat, while it could take about 3 days to re-heat the indoor pool. Normally we open the outdoor pool over International Skinny Dip Day ...... 3 Memorial Day Weekend, so the hot weather we have been experiencing will help tremendously. Naked Bike Ride .......................... 4 Unfortunately, the fitness center, sauna and Come As You Are Bar will remain closed. Why Do Naturists Wear Please be aware, that even though we will be re-opening to outsiders, we will be taking as many Clothes? ...................................... 5 precautions as possible to minimize the spread of the COVID 19 virus, and we appreciate all of Clothing Optional Shakedown 5 your efforts in doing the same. We request that all guests still practice social distancing every- .... where in the park, including the pools and spa, and maintain at least a 6 foot distance from each Naked Truth is ............................. 5 other. We will also be requesting that you limit your time in the Spa to 20 minutes if there are Take off all your clothes .............. 5 people waiting, so that everyone can enjoy the facilities. Staff will be checking frequently to insure everyone is maintaining an acceptable distance. Again, we appreciate your cooperation. It Debunking the Misconceptions .. 6 is likely that the spa, pools, fitness center and Café will have a limited capacity imposed. We are It’s Okay To Be Insecure ............. 6 in the process of roping off sections of the spa and pools to maximum capacity, rumored to be a percentage of total capacity. Unfortunately, we don’t foresee the marathon 12 on 12 WVB British Take Off........................... 7 games any time soon. As soon as we are allowed to use the pools and spa, we will also reopen the Cactus Flower Café for take away or dine in orders, whichever is allowed at that time. At least temporarily, when you - Activities Schedule order your meal, you will be served a beverage of your choice to enjoy while you wait for your meal. The menu will be posted in the Café and online shortly. Our Thursday – Saturday night activities will continue, but on the patio, and until the Bar re- opens it will be BYOB. There will be to-go alcohol available through the Café if you are purchasing food. Most of the other events scheduled for the remainder of May will be cancelled or moved to a later date. Continued on page 2 COVID-19 Update continued Wife's fury as husband ne- glects to mention his dad is OK, enough of the bad stuff, now the positive news. What can you do at DeAnza Springs Resort now and as soon as more restrictions are eased! a nudist before in-law visit Get naked! Walk around the grounds Naked! Sunbathe Naked! Camp Naked! Visit Naked friends (6’ apart, of course ) Go for a swim, play water volleyball, soak in the Spa, hike our world class hiking There are no doubt some lucky souls trails, shuffleboard, Pickleball, eat great food, dance, bingo, Wii bowling, and more, All Naked. who have brilliant relationships with their in-laws. Some of the things that we have been, or will be doing, at DeAnza Springs Resort to help keep every- one safe are; the purchase of new sanitizing equipment to sanitize the lounge chairs, spa, and pool The majority of us, however, aren't decks. Housekeeping will be sanitizing the shower/bathrooms frequently. Providing hand sanitizer always so lucky. and/or hand washing stations through the activities areas. This would include the office, café & bar, pool & spa areas as well as the covered patio. We expect you will do your part by wearing a mask and But every once in a while, a story washing your hands with soap and water frequently for at least 20 seconds and maintaining a 6’ comes along which is so bizarre, that social distancing at all times. To minimize the risk to our housekeeping staff, there will be no “room it will make you feel grateful for your refreshers” unless you are booked for 4 or more nights. If any supplies or towels are needed, please contact the office. After the room/rental is vacated, housekeeping will thoroughly clean and sanitize lot in life. each room. The most recent one comes courtesy We have purchased no-contact thermometers that will be used on all non-residents that come of a wife who shared her experience through the gate or anyone who enters the office as well as the indoor pool. We will deny entry to on Reddit . anyone with a temperature of 100+ or appears to be sick. If you know you are sick or have been around anyone who has tested positive for COVID 19, please do not come to DeAnza Springs Resort. "I was staying at my husbands par- New policies that will be in place until further notice designed to keep everyone safe are: ents house visiting his family/ hometown," she explained. Masks or face coverings must be worn by everyone in public areas. This includes the pool area, office, Café, patio, spa, horseshoes, or any other area where you would come into contact with others. This "This was the first time I've stayed is currently in effect throughout San Diego County. You do not need a mask if you are in your resi- with them at their house. Everything dence, campsite, or RV site, walking the resort or hiking trails while avoiding others. was fine until I found out my father in We are requesting that there be no private parties or get togethers of more than a few people in the law is practically a nudist. resort until further notice. This would tend to negate the results of the efforts we are trying to ac- complish at DeAnza Springs Resort. "I saw him watching TV without clothes on when I came home from To promote social distancing, we will be spacing out lounge chairs accordingly on the pool decks. Please do not move the lounge chairs. Couples (2 people) may sit together. dinner with my husband..." Please keep social distancing guidelines in mind at all times and do not encroach on other guest or We're not sure why her husband employees’ personal space and maintain the 6-foot distance, while wearing your mask. didn't clue her in before their stay - Any guests and members not abiding by these commonsense guidelines will be asked to leave as to or at any point in their relationship, not jeopardize the health of others. for that matter. Please remember, although we are doing everything, we possibly can to keep everyone safe, we She continues: "The tip of the iceberg cannot guarantee that you will not contact COVID 19. If you decide to visit DeAnza Springs Resort, was after his shower he’s just walking you are assuming all liability and risk involved. DeAnza Springs Resort will not be held responsible if around the house naked to the laun- you contact Covid 19. dry room. He can’t even wear a Memorial Day Weekend is fast approaching, and unfortunately, we do not know what part of our towel. facilities will be open/closed. In lieu of this we are offering a 25% discount on all rooms and RV sites. "I told my husband I found this to be From now until the end of 2020 and beyond, we hope to earn your respect and loyalty and become the place you go to when you want to get away. We want to be that safe haven and home away from very inappropriate." home where you feel safe and comfortable. For that to happen, we need all residents, members, and Her comments did not go down well, guests to be on board with these temporary inconveniences. We look forward to the day when all the restrictions are gone, and we can go back to what we thought as normal. We genuinely appreci- with her husband simply saying this ate your business and look forward to a wonderful fun and safe “Summer of 2020”. behavior "was very common of him." If you have any questions or concerns, we will try to answer them to the best of our ability Read more Sincerely, Helen, Dave, and the rest of the magnificent DeAnza staff And yes, I did borrow some of the ideas and format of this letter from one of the best. My friend and new Mama, Halsie Bowers from Sunny Rest. 2 Will Naturism Grow During The Lock-downs? There are lots of opinions about the where and when of the coronavirus lately.