Serendipity Park, a beloved nudist resort in Cleveland, Georgia, has been put up for sale at a listing price of $1.8 million. This development comes at a time of uncertainty, with the current owners purportedly committed to ensuring the park remains a sanctuary for naturists. Despite the sale, the club continues to operate and has a full schedule of events planned for the summer. Serendipity Park is one of only a small handful of remaining family nudist resorts in the southern region.

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This essay by author D.H. Jonathan explores his recent experience as an art model at a start-up art academy, highlighting issues of gender-based discrimination in art modeling. Through his advocacy for equal treatment and non-sexual nudity, Jonathan's candid feedback prompted a policy change, leading to more inclusive and respectful practices at the academy. This piece underscores the importance of honesty and activism in effecting positive change.

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Sheikh Fouad Hobeiche was a pioneering figure in introducing nudism to the Middle East. In 1930, he began translating French nudist literature into Arabic and publishing it in Beirut. His newsletter, "al-Makshuf" (The Revealed), disseminated ideas of social nakedness, emphasizing honesty and body positivity. Hobeiche’s works were inspired by French writer Louis-Charles Royer and the global nudist movement. He faced controversy, especially for advocating nudism as a remedy for societal issues. Despite evolving views on women’s roles, Hobeiche's contributions laid the groundwork for modern nudism in the region. His legacy is preserved in various publications and studies on early naturism. 

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I wonder if there is any naturist in North America who has not heard a reference to Seinfeld when the subject of nudity comes up with a non-nudist. It is up there with “don’t cook bacon naked” as one of the most cliche responses to nudism. It always bothered me, even before I was a nudist.

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TORONTO—International Skinny Dip Day is coming July 13, but the members of one bare bathing group in Canada might not be able to catch their breath long enough to go for a swim. That’s because they’re drowning beneath a flood of attacks. 

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In recent months, a disturbing trend has emerged in various cities across the United States: fraudulent World Naked Bike Ride (WNBR) events being advertised online, only to leave hopeful participants in the lurch. These deceptive listings, often linked to a man named Stephen Franks, have caused significant confusion and frustration among the WNBR community.

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Would you rather be stuck in a forest with a man or a bear? 

Overwhelmingly, women have chosen the bear in this thought experiment across social media. It’s not a setup to say men are bad, but given that there’s no way to know who’s dangerous until it’s too late, women have to play the odds and assume all men are dangerous based on either personal experience or what has become normalized in society.

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Linda Weber has emerged victorious in the recent American Association for Nude Recreation (AANR) presidential election, securing a significant win with a 70/30 margin. Garnering approximately 2,210 votes against her opponent’s 982, Linda's triumph signals a new direction for AANR amidst growing calls for reform and modernization.

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Thirty eight years ago, on June 21, 1986, seven women, led by Ramona Santorelli and Mary Lou Schloss, were arrested in Cobbs Hill Park, Rochester, New York, for removing their shirts and exposing their breasts. This act of civil disobedience aimed to challenge a state law that prohibited women from being topless in public while allowing men to do so, highlighting the gender discrimination inherent in the law and asserting their right to equal treatment.

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Goodland Country Club in Hackettstown, New Jersey, one of the nation’s oldest traditional nudist clubs, quietly closed its doors this spring. In a March 25th statement posted on both the club’s Facebook page and their website, owner and president Jack Korzilius announced his retirement and the immediate shutdown of all facilities, including the sun field, pool, sauna, and hot tub. This closure marks the end of a ninety-year-old institution. Korzilius, who has owned the resort for the past fifty years, expressed heartfelt gratitude to loyal patrons, reflecting on the cherished memories and rich legacy of this historic naturist landmark.

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