AANR Weekly Report for July 21, 2006
AANR Weekly Report for July 21, 2006<br>Erich Schuttauf, Executive Director<br>KUDOS – to AANR East and the staff and volunteers of the "SS White Tail" on the success of their 2006 regional convention. AANR Vice President-Elect George Morrison and I very much appreciated the club's hospitality to us and its strong volunteer spirit which made this such a great event.<br>The White Tail team decorated a patio area with strung lights resembling what one would find on a cruise ship, along with an impressive "faux bow" of a ship complete with mermaid figure, and even blue rock in adjacent areas to resemble an ocean view! At various times during the day, guests were directed to "look off the starboard or port bow" for an imaginary look at Jamaica, the Bahamas, or other tropic port. Fun events like "the nudely wed game" and "nudist jeopardy" rounded out a program of dances, karaoke, a real deep sea fishing trip, plus a visit from "Swami George [Morrison]" about the future of nude recreation and my presentation on being more confident telling your neighbor that you're a nudist.<br>So, to Bob Roche and his White Tail team, plus AANR East President Susan Weaver, please accept my thanks and congratulations for such a memorable time.<br>AANR Helping Members – Please read this for a better understanding of the many ways that AANR provides advocacy.<br>During the past two weeks, our office has received a considerable number of calls seeking legal information or assistance of some form. This 05 be due to the fact that nude recreation is in peak season in many places, the fact that school children are out on summer vacation (triggering more family issues), or the fact that AANR continues to get the word out that we're here to be a resource to members with questions or difficulties.<br>Whatever the combination of factors 05 be, here's a recap of the assistance we've provided in numerous cases. and remember that it's just within these past two weeks:<br>Employment – You 05 recall that a member on the East Coast was facing an investigation and possible disciplinary action for discussing nude recreation in the workplace. This week we're happy to report that, after our working with his attorney (whom fellow nudists assisted him with locating), this member has been restored to his position!<br>Club Permits – Further west, an AANR club reported some difficulty with local officials over permits and licensing. We are actively working with the club's owner as well as a local professional to keep a dialog going with officials to find both short-term and long term solutions to the issue.<br>Neighbors – Our office provided guidance to a member in Michigan about creative ways for enjoying nudity on her (multiple acre) property without offending, or escalating a dispute with, neighbors.<br>Marriage – A Florida member called noting concerns that his wife would try to bring up his visitation to nudist parks in a way that would cast him in a bad light during proceedings to dissolve their marriage. No children were involved in this situation, although you'll find several child custody cases below.<br>Child Custody/Visitation to AANR Parks – We provided information, referrals to qualified legal counsel, spoke with attorneys acting on behalf of members, and/or sent extensive legal information packages to members, in.<br>California – AANR provided a married couple of members with the name and contact information of a qualified attorney to handle family and custody issues in southern California that would also have some understanding of nudism. We had a second call from within the state this week: it came from a different member with similar needs. That member happened to also be an attorney and sought a package of our material so that he could consider his options.<br>Georgia – We're making arrangements to talk with the attorney for a member who wishes to bring his 11- and 14-year-old daughters to clubs although an ex-spouse insists that nude recreation not even be mentioned in their presence. <br>Florida – Our office had in-depth discussions with legal counsel who is assisting a married couple who have had their participation in nude recreation raised in a child custody equation involving an ex-spouse. I might add that this counsel came from a top shelf Florida firm who was nonetheless very impressed with the resources AANR makes available. Elsewhere in Florida, a father of two dropped in for an information package after wondering out loud whether his ex-spouse could make an issue out of visits. <br>Kansas – After a married couple with a family had some reservations over whether they were vulnerable to a claim they are unfit parents if others learned of their visits to nudist parks, some fellow members suggested they contact us. There were some added concerns because one child involved had some learning disabilities. We offered basic information and agreed to speak with an attorney they've used for other matters in the past should it become necessary.<br>Pennsylvania – AANR has offered to speak with the attorney of a member who seeks to have a previous custody agreement (which restricted the practice of nude recreation) modified now that the member's child is older, able to have his own opinion on the subject, and would like to visit.<br>By my count, this makes 11 situations – from nearly as many states – involving members who needed credible information and a place to turn. Having sat in on many of the telephone conferences in these matters, I can tell you that having a toll free number to call and speak with someone who understands makes a world of difference to these folks in need. Thanks for making it possible to be their credible voice.<br>Ye Olde Committee Faire Ye Olde Committee Faire . Make that the latest and greatest in committee faires . will be held once again during the AANR Convention at De Anza Springs. AANR Committee Chairs are asked to prepare a table display, handouts, and other information of interest to members to help educate them about what our various teams do. Please plan to set up the items on your tables and staff them from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. on Thursday of convention week.<br> Carolyn Hawkins, Public Relations Coordinator<br>CONVENTION INFORMATION<br>Helen Landman is putting together a trip to the zoo. If you are interested in going please call DeAnza to register, so she will know what size bus she needs to reserve. This needs to be done as soon as possible. DeAnza's phone number is 619-766-4301 or 877-246-6833.<br>I am still looking for funny stories or unusual experiences for the 75th convention.<br>Convention is getting very near. If you have not made your reservation please do so as soon as possible. "It will be a blast from the past." I am including the hotel contact information for the area. <br>Lux Inn – approximately 7 miles from DeAnza (619) 766-9005 39739 Avenida De Robles Verdes Boulevard, CA 91905 Room rate is $260.00 for the week, or $59.40 per night<br>Publicity We have had interviews regarding NRW from the following newspapers: Detroit Free Press <a href=http://www.freep.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20060716/NEW>http://www.freep.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20060716/NEW</a> S07/607160620/1009" "Bearing Taxes to Bare it All"<br><a href=http://www.travelmole.com/stories/109796.php?mpnlog=1>http://www.travelmole.com/stories/109796.php?mpnlog=1</a> The naked truth about nude resorts<br>I had a very positive radio interviews regarding general nude recreation with a classic rock station out of Prince George, BC, Canada. <br>I have interviews scheduled with KWSS 106.7 regarding "Picnicking in the Nude." Additional interviews scheduled are with WMJI and WEOL out of Cleveland, Ohio, and WWJ out of Detroit, Michigan, all regarding the growth of nude recreation. <br>Congratulations to so many clubs that had interviews during Nude Recreation Week. It shows that the template press release really worked, so keep that in mind for next year. <br>The article in Latina Magazine printed in the August 2006 issue.<br>I am still pitching The New York Post regarding nude weddings. If you are in the New York area or coming to Florida to get married, please let me know so I can tie this in.<br>Pre-Visit Questionnaire I am still including the questionnaire for you to request an AANR marketing consultant. As of now this program has been very successful. If you would like to participate in the program, please fill out the form below and get it back to me. You can e-mail to <a href=/group/AANR-NW-eNews/post?postID=H0qKVscL68PpzQ9l6fMhW6FA90fqaXWhEgIeQGQnOM0PvXZ5SLl34Sdd7vDH23dDh6KI229f4alJ95pdp90>pubaffairs@aanr.com</a> or fax to 407-933-7577.<br>Pre-Visit Questionnaire Club Name: Contact Person: Note: If this person will be meeting with the consultant, they must be authorized to see confidential information including membership lists. Consultant Preferences I would like our consultant to be: (Rank 1-5 with 1 being the most important and 5 the least important.) ______From my geographic area ______Very experienced in the corporate field ______Significantly experienced as a club owner ______A "younger" person with knowledge of growing a younger customer base ______A professional with nonlanded club experience <br>Topics<br>AANR Consultants will provide consultation on a variety of topics. (Please rank the order of importance to your club, with 1 being the most important and 5 the least important.) ______Marketing (Understanding how marketing relates to nude recreation) ______Closing the Sale (Strategies for attracting prospects as well as closing the sale) ______Attracting Through PR (PR instruction in basics that have the most potential of helping to attract customers and make sales) ______Branding (Understanding both the AANR brand and a club's own brand and how both are integral to successful sales and marketing) ______Claritas (Understanding what this powerful tool tells you about your strongest customers and prospects. Custom Claritas profiles for each club are available from AANR free of charge. Learn how yours can help you spend dollars wisely and efficiently.) Copies of this form are available on the club services library of materials section of www.aanr.com. Please return the form via e-mail to <a href=/group/AANR-NW-eNews/post?postID=H0qKVscL68PpzQ9l6fMhW6FA90fqaXWhEgIeQGQnOM0PvXZ5SLl34Sdd7vDH23dDh6KI229f4alJ95pdp90>pubaffairs@aanr.com</a>; by fax 407/933-7577; or by mail to Carolyn Hawkins, AANR, 1703 N. Main Street, Kissimmee, FL 34744. Please call 800/TRY-NUDE if you have any questions or need additional information.<br> Linda Berry, Director of Publications<br>Miscellaneous The AANR Convention Program is at the printer. The Committee Handbook and Trustee 101 are almost ready to ship to DeAnza. The signs are made for convention, and this week Carolyn and I ordered the awards. <br>Historic Time Capsule At 4:00 p.m. on August 11, the time capsule will be buried at DeAnza Springs Resort. Items are still needed for the capsule. Please TAKE the items to the AANR Convention with you or (or give to someone else to take). If that is not possible, please mail them to Jeannette DeRosier, 25999 Glen Eden Road, Space 247, Corona, CA 92883. PLEASE DO NOT MAIL THEM TO DEANZA SPRINGS. <br>The Bulletin The September issue is in production. <br> Patricia Orner – Government Affairs Coordinator TRAINING AT AANR CONVENTION Seats at the GAT/CAT workshops to be held Monday & Tuesday during the AANR 75th Annual Convention are filling up. PLEASE let me know how many you need. The schedule is now available in the GA section at www.aanr.com<br>SILENT AUCTION AT DE ANZA SPRINGS The event has become so big that the auction has been moved to Saturday from noon to 4:00 pm. Debra Sue Stevens and the Silent Auction Committee NEED to hear from more donors. Creativity = more fun = more $$$$$$$$<br>GA/LEGAL TABLE AT COMMITTEE FAIRE Erich Schuttauf has agreed that – with a high enough bid – he will perform the can-can (this is NOT a clothing-optional bid item as the dance will be in traditional Can-Can attire). His challenge has already been accepted by John Kinman and Alonzo Stevens. The "Can-Can Cans" will be at our committee table on Thursday, August 10 from 2-4 p.m., and we can accept your contributions for the this fun fundraiser and post your contribution if you are not going to be at convention. It is a neat way for your club to be recognized as a GA/Legal support entity.<br>ELECTIONS With primaries now in full swing the opportunities abound for your club CAT teams to wear NUDIST and I VOTE buttons at rallies – or – to quietly support candidates who will later support AANR projects. If you want a candidate checked out on positions favorable to our cultural needs – contact me. If your club CAT team wants to do a political panel and invite candidates to tell your members why they should get their votes – Call me or let Shirley Gauthier know if you want buttons. <br>ALEC Steve and Linda Payne are currently representing AANR as attendees at the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) annual meeting, July 19-23, in San Francisco. <br>NCSL The week after convention, AANR will once again take our message to The National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL), August 16-18. The 2006 Annual Meeting & Exhibition will be held in Nashville, Tennessee, with a theme of "Strong States Strong Nation."<br><br> </td>
