3 good reasons to hike naked - Naked Hiking Day

Key points

• Naked Hiking Day
• Reasons to Hike Naked
• Hiking naked Is liberating

Naked Hiking Day

Naked Hiking Day (also known as Hike Naked Day) is an annual event that takes place on the summer solstice, June 21st which is the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. The unofficial holiday encourages people to get out and enjoy nature without any clothes on. While there are no official events or organized hikes associated with Naked Hiking Day, there are a number of places where people can go to hike naked. Some popular spots include national parks, state parks, and wilderness areas.

Reasons to Hike Naked

There are many reasons why people might choose to go naked hiking. Some people enjoy the feeling of being free and unencumbered by clothing. Others find that it helps them to connect with nature in a more profound way. Still others simply find it to be a more comfortable way to hike. Here are 3 good reasons to hike naked:

• Freedom: Naked hiking can be a very freeing experience. When you're not wearing any clothes, you're not restricted by anything. You can move more freely and easily, and you can feel the sun and the wind on your skin.
• Connection with nature: Some people believe that being naked in nature can help them to connect with nature in a more profound way. When you're not wearing any clothes, you're more aware of your surroundings. You can feel the ground beneath your feet, the air around you, and the sun on your skin. This can help you to feel more at peace with nature. Naked hiking allows you to not just be in nature but become part of nature.
• Comfort: Some people find that it's more comfortable to hike naked than it is to wear clothes. When you're not wearing clothes, you don't have to worry about sweating or chafing. You can also move more freely and easily, which can be helpful if you're hiking in a challenging area.

Hiking naked Is liberating

Hiking naked can be a fun and liberating experience. If you're looking for a way to get back to nature and enjoy the outdoors. If you want to have an enjoyable experience here are a few more things worth considering:

• Choose a safe location: Make sure you're hiking in an area where you're unlikely to encounter other people. If you aren't sure it’s legal in your location, choose a secluded trail.
• Wear sunscreen: Sunscreen is important for protecting your skin, even when you're not wearing clothes. Bring a hat and sunglasses.
• Bring essentials a towel to sit on and a first-aid kit, just in case.
• Be aware of your surroundings. If you're hiking in a popular area, there's a chance that you'll encounter other people. Be prepared to put on clothes if you encounter other people.If you're not comfortable being seen naked, it's best to find a secluded spot.
• Take safety precautions, be aware of the weather. Tell someone where you're going. Let someone know where you're going and when you expect to be back.
• Be respectful of other hikers. Even if you're comfortable being naked, not everyone is.

If you're thinking about participating in Naked Hiking Day, make sure that it's legal to be naked in the area where you plan to hike. In some places, public nudity is illegal, even in remote areas. Be respectful of other hikers. If you see someone who is uncomfortable, it's best to put your clothes back on. Read our naked hiking 101 guide Finally, have fun! Naked hiking is a great way to enjoy the outdoors and connect with nature.

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How to introduce naturism to a beginner

What is naturism?

Naturism is a way of life that celebrates the human body and its natural state. Naturists believe that being naked is a healthy and liberating way to live, and that it can help to promote a sense of community and acceptance. Naturists often participate in activities such as swimming, sunbathing, and hiking without clothing.

Introducing naturism

If you are wondering how to introduce naturism to a beginner, there are a few things you can do to help them get started. First, talk to them about what naturism is and why you think it would be a good fit for them. Explain that naturism is not about sex or exhibitionism, but rather about a healthy and natural way of living. Once you have explained naturism to the beginner, you can help them find a naturist resort or club to visit. There are naturist resorts and clubs all over the world, so you should be able to find one that is close to you. When you are choosing a naturist resort or club, be sure to check out the reviews to make sure that it is a good fit for the beginner. Once the beginner has found a naturist resort or club to visit, they can start by attending events that are geared towards beginners. Many naturist resorts and clubs offer introductory classes and workshops on naturist etiquette and lifestyle. These classes and workshops can help the beginner feel more comfortable and confident in their new lifestyle. Share resources available online and in libraries. You can also find naturist clubs and resorts in your area by searching online.

Step by step introduction to naturism

1. Talk to them about naturism and what it means to you. Explain why you are interested in naturism and what you hope to gain from it. Be sure to answer any questions they may have.
2. Find a naturist club or resort near you. This is a great way for beginners to learn more about naturism and to meet other naturists.
3. Start by going to a naturist event or gathering. This is a less intimidating way to experience naturism than going to a naturist resort or club.
4. Be respectful of the beginner's comfort level. If they are not ready to be naked, that is perfectly fine. Let them know that they can wear a swimsuit or cover-up if they prefer.
5. Have fun! Naturism is a great way to relax and enjoy the outdoors. Be sure to have fun and make the most of your experience.

 

Supporting a beginner to naturism

When introducing naturism to a beginner, it is important to remember that everyone is different. Some people will take more time to embrace naturism than others. Be patient with the newbie nudie and let them take things at their own pace. With time and patience, they will come to love naturism as much as you do. Here are some additional things to consider when introducing naturism to a beginner:

• Choose a time and place that is comfortable for the beginner. If they are not used to being naked in public, it may be helpful to start by going to a naturist beach or resort that is less crowded.
• Be patient. It may take some time for the beginner to get used to being naked around others. Be patient and understanding, and let them take things at their own pace.
• Encourage them to talk about their feelings. It is important for the beginner to be able to express their feelings about naturism, both positive and negative. Encourage them to talk about what they are experiencing, both good and bad.
• Be supportive. Naturism can be a great way to improve one's self-confidence and body image. Be supportive of the beginner and help them to feel comfortable in their own skin.

Naturism is great ways of life

Naturism can be a great way to enjoy the outdoors, meet new people, and learn more about yourself. If you are interested in introducing naturism to a beginner, follow these tips and be patient and understanding. With time and effort, you can help them experience the many benefits of naturism.

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101 Things to do Naked - Book Review

This quick read by Catherine Roberts is a whimsical, funny and still instructive guide to clothes free living and recreation. Roberts chronicles the many activities (101 by her count) that can be done clothes free. Along the way she also mentions some that she believes should not be done clothes free, for example frying bacon. On the way we are treated to a year long often whimsical journey of Roberts and her partner through everyday activities that can be enjoyed clothes free. Sprinkled with anecdotes of their experience and the narrative list of items are a few nuggets of clothes free information. For example the fact that President John Quincy Adams skinny dipped in the Potomac River every morning. Each chapter starts with inspirational clothes free quotes from he likes of Pope John Paul the second I am a naturist at heart and Michelangelo. Also peppered throughout year long journey are pithy  statements from the author like

"Life is good ... Naked life is great.

One aspect of the book I particularly appreciate is the author not taking herself too seriously. Sometimes clothes free folks (myself included) can get caught up about the subtleties and intricacies of the naturist way of life. The book is a refreshing light hearted break from any of that. 101 things to do naked is a fun easy read that I highly recommend. It would make a great gift for someone exploring or new to the clohes free life. https://clothesfreelife.com/book-review/101-things-to-do-naked-book-review/?_unique_id=6480a4440ed21

3 things I learned using artificial intelligence generated images to promote naturism

3 things I learned using artificial intelligence generated images to promote naturism. Artificial intelligence generated images to promote naturism are a tool for naturist publishing particularly online. Artificial intelligence has burst on to the technology  scene and by all accounts will significantly impact our daily lives moving forward. Some naturists have begun to explore some of of the implications both benefits and challenges for naturism in general and naturism online specifically. Doug Hickok has a good piece titled Rise of the Machines in the December 2022 issue of the Naturist Education Foundation Newsletter. This is where I first heard about using artificial intelligence to promote naturism.I want to share with you 3 things I learned using artificial intelligence to generate images to promote naturism.

AI image generation is in its infancy

There are many things AI can do now, but I believe it is still only in its infancy. AI image generation machines are still learning. I learned when entering a prompt to generate an image it may take several rounds for the image generator to figure out what I am looking for. Basically I am training to understand how to get the best result to my prompt. When I get an image that is close telling the AI image generator that I want to see more like that gives it a better idea of what kind of image I want. The other thing that AI image generators seem to be learning is the nuances of the human body especially the extremities. Faces and  feet don’t look normal. Faces, I understand. Maybe they are trying to avoid being too realistic. But feet and hands are definitely challenging. The fingers and toes often appear mangled and distorted or cut off altogether. At times it seems some body parts are intentionally distorted. See the range of examples below.

AI image generation has a nudity bias

As one writer suggested AI image generators have a nudity bias. Simply put they do not handle requests for images with nudity, even it it’s a non sexual activity like walking swimming or running. In fact, if you write a prompt for the average AI image generator using the words nude or naked you are likely to get no generated images returned.

Anytime I’ve tried something similar it always gets rejected as nude, naked or even unclothed gets flagged as inappropriate. - Instagram follower

It’s also just as likely you would get crooked person or an image distorted so as not to look like a human body.  I am sure there are valid reasons for this, like AI being used to generate pornography, but it makes things more complicated to get decent naturist images.

AI prompt - A group naturists of different ages sitting on a ledge looking out over water

Another bias specific to nudism and naturism is an age bias. Images generated with prompts using these words overwhelmingly picture older people. This is true even if the prompts explicitly calls for young or young adult naturists. This may well be accurate based on how the engines have be taught but it still reflects an annoying bias.

AI image generating engines are  different

One important thing to be aware of is all the AI image generation implementations  are different. They are all based on popular algorithm engines like Chat GPT Midjourney and DALL-E (Stable Diffusion). However, each may have a different front end implementation and specific quirks based on its learning model. There may also be restrictions and limitations on the acceptable words in prompts as previously shared. One thing the all have in common is the process. It is test to image. Basically it works like this type a descriptive set of words, (more descriptive the better) of the image you want to generate. Choose a style and put the generator to work. The number and variety of styles differs from generator to generator. The number of resulting images and accessibility also varies.

Neural Love nude image of woman blurred behind privacy wall

It is too soon to pick a favorite from among all the different AI image generators, but one of the least restrictive for naturist purposes is Neural Love  AI Art Generator It was the first I tried and used for this article. Neural Love is based on the Stable Diffusion algorithm and is technically free. It can generated to twenty images based on a wide variety of styles in three different sizes in one pass. However, any resulting images considered NSFW (not safe for work) read containing nudity is hidden behind a privacy wall. To access those results a privacy checkbox must be checked and the prompts rerun. Using the privacy feature requires credits that must be purchased. Smart business model, but may be limiting feature for naturist use.

Conclusion

Not everyone likes the idea of using artificial intelligence generated images to promote naturism. Traditional medium artists may be particularly concerned. Truth is this is not going away and while there are real concerns, AI generated imagery for promoting naturism is a solid potential. Publications often struggle to find illustrative naturist images of real people that are affordable to license. Using images of individuals without permission is unacceptable. So, I will go one step further and say the potential is great. If, and it’s a big if, the AI engines lose their nudity bias. Otherwise the only unacceptable option (for us anyway) is using the merging AI porn image generators. What do you think? Bare your thoughts in the comments   https://clothesfreelife.com/2023/06/3-things-i-learned-using-artificial-intelligence-generated-images-to-promote-naturism/?_unique_id=648098ec85d32

Upcoming naturist events highlights June 2023

Disrobed returns to the stage

The Disrobed crew returns to the stage with a new cast. Learn more about the play Barely Proper Play on which Disrobed is based . Listen to our podcast with the Disrobed virtual cast, to get a taste of what you can experience on stage then get your tickets before they are sold out.

Canada celebrates naked gardening day

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Canadians have their own day due to the naturist of temperatures in Canada at the usual date.

Hike naked feel the freedom

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An opportunity to get your clothes off and take a walk on the wide side. See our naturist guide to naked hiking to give you some tips for a successful day.

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Check the naturist event calendar for more upcoming volleyball events. Find a list of naked volleyball tournaments

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This series of Heart walks for charity is sponsored by British Naturism

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Other notable events in June

Paris Naturist Association

• In  the Bois de Vincennes naturist park this Sunday, June 4^th, at 11:30am: running yoga with Julien. Stay with us afterwards for a picnic, to put back on the weight you lose with Julien.
• The Beautiful Skin team will be back at the Sand Fabrik on Sunday June 11^th at 7:30pm for another naturist tea dance on the sand.
• On Sunday 18^th, Lyon will be in the naturist park to give you a Qi Gong and yoga class at 11:30am, also followed by a picnic.

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And 2023 naturist poetry contest winner is

The top vote getter in the 2023 naturist poetry contest is Gerardo for his poem below

Off to the beach now
No swimsuits necessary 
Pure natural bliss

Gerardo Cisneros supplied with entry

He will receive a naturist symbol journal from our naturist shop

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