<br><br>New Winter Office Hours in Kissimmee<br>As is customary when Daylight Savings Time ends, AANR switches to new office hours. You 05 reach us between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. AANR's Web site at www.aanr.com <<a href=http://www.aanr.com/>http://www.aanr.com/</a>> is also available as a reference for important information at any time. <br><br>Erich Schuttauf<br>AANR Executive Director<br><br><br> </td>
<br>AANR Weekly Report for October 27, 2006<br> Erich Schuttauf, Executive Director<br>Undressed.But Not Unwary<br>About six months ago an AANR club owner in the Northeast received a promising – if a bit unusual – e-mail from a prospective guest, who also claimed to be a pastor. The message stated that his group was seeking to book about 10 rooms of the resort for a retreat to be attended by members of his church.<br>"I thought it was a little strange that a church would be interested in holding a retreat at a nudist facility so I contacted the AANR office and casually mentioned it," says this owner. Kissimmee's immediate response: It smelled suspiciously like a con game that burned one of AANR's other clubs just a few months earlier. <br>Half a loaf beats no loaf. In this scenario, a person contacts a campground, hotel, or resort property, often identifying themselves as a clergyman, sports coach, or person in a similar position of trust. They then express an interest in booking a respectable block of rooms, or even renting out the entire place, for an event. Clever ones know to send these messages inquiring about accommodations off season, when management is likely to be more interested in making a deal.<br>After negotiating a price that 05 be a little generous, the contact promises to send a hefty deposit and does so.typically in the form of a check. References on the check – which is virtually always out of the state or even out of the country – belie additional credibility with "XYZ Church" or "XYZ University" imprinted therein. A follow-up e-mail confirms that the check's been received and the reservation made good.<br>To this point, it's been only an inconvenience for the club operator, but money's about to be made. That's when the contact phones a couple days later to explain that, due to unfortunate circumstances (the church burned down, a spouse died, the team faced budget cuts), the group must cancel its trip. The contact adds a dose of humility, apologizing repeatedly while sympathizing that he or she knows how costly it can be for a business to hold rooms it can't rent to others. They say that they would be grateful if they can get back just 50 percent of the deposit; the business can keep the rest for its trouble. If all goes to plan, a valid check for that 50 percent is in the mail before the business is notified by the bank that the original check is no good. <br>Unexpected guests. The story above is but one of those shared with AANR by frustrated clubs. Another variation involves the guest who doesn't quite tell you everything when they make arrangements for themselves, or even their group.<br>For one club owner that meant that the group looking to camp for a weekend while "exploring the body's spirituality and metaphysics" was really – well, there's no way to put it more tactfully – looking to spend a weekend exploring each other's bodies. A fellow member of the club who heard second hand about the group's plans and happened to have also read about the group helped intervene months before the scheduled event.<br>And now our next trick.a vanishing act. Sometimes those who contact clubs aren't seeking money, but they can consume a resource just as valuable: your time. As nudist clubs, most have come to expect the occasional prank phone calls and practical jokes. (Heck, if we had a dollar for every service tech whose buddies dialed his beeper requesting a call back to AANR's 800 number we wouldn't need to play Lotto each week, but that's another story.)<br>The fact is, there are those who cross the line. Consider that earlier this year at least twelve AANR clubs were contacted by college students claiming to represent a group called the "Colors of Naturism" affiliated with South Florida University. They explained that they had perfected a series of nude vignettes which "would probably be of interest to club guests. Our services are complimentary but they help us qualify for college credit. Could we perform on a weekend next month?" Sounds great!<br>Regrettably, while there's a University of South Florida, there doesn't appear to be an SFU. It began to dawn on all when club news from locations that were states apart mentioned that "Colors of Naturism" would perform on the same day. Eventually, one of the earlier-scheduled weekends arrived and the group didn't show. No out of pocket losses, but plenty of hours spent promoting a non-event and plenty of unhappy guests.<br>Testing 1, 2, 3.Once in a while there are contacts with more nefarious purposes on their minds. It goes something like this. An e-mail comes in from someone professing to be a sixteen year old who can drive, is "very mature, and would love to try nudism at your place. Can you tell me more?" Or there's the message laced with hypothetical questions: "Would it be okay if I just_____? Can I bring ____?" Insert what you will in the blanks, but it usually doesn't involve playing tennis or bringing a towel. <br>"I just have to believe that in some of these cases I've been contacted by someone who is probably against nude recreation and is just waiting to see how we'll respond," a seasoned club manager said during a recent telephone conversation.<br>What to do, what to do. Being wary often means balancing two equally important interests. On one hand, businesses depend on customer service and a positive, can-do attitude that isn't helped if we spend all our time assuming the worst about people. On the other hand there are experiences like those described above, all of which have occurred.<br>I'll confess that I never worked on the bunko squad down at the precinct. But I have had an opportunity to listen to many managers who have shared a best practice or two. Here are a few tips that generally come in handy, but maybe you have an experience or a piece of advice you'd find helpful to share. Please send them along by e-mailing to <a href=/group/AANR-NW-eNews/post?postID=KFxpnHWdKUrJ2JLlJE6X4ZICvt_p7yUDJKTgP0LgQrW5HFYvMyeRaoaMiMg1RYqTQtyKWLBACqX0jqUg>clubinfo@aanr.com</a>.<br>Tips:<br>* Ask for the same basic information you would collect on any reservation. Name, address, phone number, but you don't have to sound like you're demanding their rank and serial number too. Phrase questions to demonstrate an interest in quality service such as, "We'd like to be able to reach you if there's a development that 05 affect your stay. Could you please provide me with the best contact to reach you?" <br>* Consider confirming reservations with a major credit card explaining that room charges will apply if a reservation is not canceled within twenty-four hours of a booked stay. Some major hotel chains, though not all, use this strategy. <br>* In the case of a business or tour operator, ask about their Web site. A quick visit will at least give you a little background in anticipation of their visit, and it is often simple to learn when a page was updated or created. <br>* Review AANR's Membership Revocation list, our bad credit list, and club advisories. Our weekly club reports, delivered right to your e-mail box, will also contain a "heads up" on things we've been contacted about. <br>* Call the AANR office and report your experience. We 05 have heard from others who can help you avoid being ripped off or you 05 have information that helps a fellow club owner or manager. <br> Other Scams<br>Here are a few other scams and practices that qualify for our list of dishonorable mentions:<br>The phony toner phoner – A caller explains they are with your photocopier service company and want to confirm the make of your machine and the reading on the copy number-counter. "Good Lord, you're overdue for toner.we'll rush it out to you," they say when you provide the answer. Except that you're not overdue and they're not your service company. When supplies arrive they're typically of poor quality at inflated prices. The ploy is particularly effective in businesses where the person handling payment of accounts doesn't frequently communicate with the person receiving supplies who could alert them to a problem.<br>"Phishing" – When you were a kid your playmate asked you if you had any aces and you told them to "go fish." Today, Internet thieves want your credit card number, bank account information; even screen names, passwords, and other sensitive information. <br>They know you would probably tell them "go fish" – or worse – if they asked for this information outright. So they doctor e-mail messages and include faux corporate logos and graphics to "notify" the unwary that there's a problem that must be rectified lest an account be overdrawn, service discontinued, or privileges suspended. They read, "Please confirm by replying to this message with your username and password, your account, etc." The graphics are convincing. The return e-mail addresses 05 look legitimate (example: <a href=/group/AANR-NW-eNews/post?postID=bepFES2eSykITvvaXeRmMPNubuI-PXXzVBgLoz4vH6SVGt3nTnIrMuLYgIQLBGxXUvXAPgDFVpaqQhA543LOqA>customerservice@ebay.net</a> rather than .com ) but they are not. <br>Viruses, spyware, and Trojan horses – More and more frequently these seem to multiply. Some crash computers. The worst relay sensitive information gleaned clandestinely from your hard drive back to the mother ship.<br>E-mail Extortion – Many clubs lament this one. A past guest vows to repeatedly–and we do mean repeatedly–post negative comments about your business on every travel and nudist-related bulletin board and forum they can find unless and until they get a refund for some inexcusable breach of service. The problem is that such inexcusable breaches seem to happen very frequently for them. We all know about the importance of rectifying guest problems and extending courtesy that keeps good customers coming back, but there are other occasions where you're just being used. <br>Cross linking a deal with the devil – "We'll make a link to your Web site on ours if you'll link to us" is often the start of a mutually beneficial relationship. However, it helps to regularly perform a maintenance check on your list of links to be sure that you aren't linked to www.trouble.com after a few months.<br> Linda Berry, Director of Publications<br>The Bulletin<br>The November issue is on its way to you. The December issue will give you a look back at the happenings in 2006. <br> ART SHOWS WANTED<br>I have been contacted again this year by artists who produce nude art and would like to exhibit at art shows. If your club has an art show that would welcome them, please contact me at <a href=/group/AANR-NW-eNews/post?postID=SPwId0Qr3xhLQ11oDsM0C6UhDWhwjXwxRNlurUsvnGGVP3ZZBt58D6ajGIStJ1AWEP3zViEePlU>editor@aanr.com</a> or 800/879-6833, ext. 235. <br> Carolyn Hawkins, Public Relations Coordinator <br>VISIT FLORIDA<br>As part of Visit Florida, AANR has been invited to set up a booth at the I-75 Welcome Center's fall festival on Friday, October 27, with tourist attractions such as Sea World and Walt Disney World. Erich and I will distribute brochures and promote nude recreation to the travelers. Several hundred visitors usually come by the welcome center during that time.<br> Patricia Orner, Government Affairs Coordinator<br>Trade Shows <br>AANR staff worked this week with AANR-West and Arizona State GAT Chair, Bev Price, to implement the exhibit at The Council of State Governments Annual State Trends and Leadership Forum., to be held in Arizona. This is the final GAT trade show of 2006, and Bev and Steve Vickers will be setting the stage for NCSL 2007 in Boston. <br>Although difficult to quantify, the return on investment on dollars invested in education of lawmakers is high. For example; yesterday AANR staff was able to call on the local AANR member/volunteer from this year's NCSL show to assist in gathering information needed to respond to a call from the Dixon County Sheriff. When someone in that county posted AANR brochures (Enjoy Life Naturally) with an unauthorized addition of a sticker announcing a Fall Retreat – the sheriff called AANR first to check it out – not the local press. This minor incident serves to reinforce that the branding of AANR as the "credible voice of reason" is working. Another return is the enthusiasm and willingness to volunteer reflected by Cameron Bennet in his account of the NCSL experience (see page 7 of the October 2006 issue of The Bulletin).<br> GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS CHALLENGE <br>The Fire & Ice Challenge is in the final 30 days. AANR has increased promotional activities with a new deadline of November 20 and a NEW drawing date of November 27, 2006 and has began sending actual tickets to drawing participants. Additionally when club donations have been received the clubs are automatically entered in the drawing as a pool. This has been advertised in the Weekly Club Memo as "Buy $100-$500 and if your club wins you can hold an on-site drawing with AANR publicity. It's a fun way to do your part and help AANR protect your members' rights." More fundraising activities are planned for 2007 to help with necessary projects. <br>The November issue of The Bulletin announces the last 2006 Challenge with a trip to Mira Vista as the prize. <br> Maryland Assateague Beach<br>Lobbyist Don Murphy reports that he and Carolyn Hawkins successfully delivered sign locations and modest financial contributions to three of the four candidates running in MD District 38B where the Assateague Seashore is located. Only one of the candidates indicated direct opposition to our efforts there. In a state which is predicted to swing Democratic – the money is on the incumbent and the appointed Democrat to win that race which will satisfy the goals of this part of the plan. Don reminded me again that, just as Missouri Rep. Curt Dougherty said at the AANR conventions in 2005 and 2006, AANR must be willing to stay in the face of every politician that we wish to influence if we want them to vote on our side. That means a grassroots campaign strategy offering our members a way that they can keep their privacy and still show their support. That means a PAC that will allow AANR to give more than $150 to an important candidate and be recognized as the industry leader that our branding says we are.<br><br><br><br><br><br> </td>
–2-4770685770-2433706262=:4 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable<br>JANUARY 6 – SAVE THE DATE – DIP IN THE NEW YEAR AT THE AANR-NW GAT ROOSTER ROCK POLAR DIP! Submitted by: Shirley Gauthier This fourth annual AANR-NW GAT sponsored event for the brave, bold, and committed continues to grow in popularity as the years go by. Join others to "Dip in the New Year" and participate in the fun. The weather can be challenging and as in previous years neither rain, sleet, wind, snow or hail will prevent us from completing the annual hike and dip in the mighty Columbia River. Dipping not your expertise then join in the hike and cheerlead those that do. Immediately following the dip participants will travel to a nearby location for lunch and socialization. Have a suggestion about a lunch location? Would you like to contribute a raffle prize? Care to join us just for lunch? Email Shirley Gauthier at <a href=/group/AANR-NW-eNews/post?postID=DNxcDraOIV6vbwJNCu-lamAEkq0OwEXvriYJqUy-5AWs_GAQsoKAjPdoLyEeJAnYNEvA5oE>sherbog@msn.com</a> <mailto:<a href=/group/AANR-NW-eNews/post?postID=DNxcDraOIV6vbwJNCu-lamAEkq0OwEXvriYJqUy-5AWs_GAQsoKAjPdoLyEeJAnYNEvA5oE>sherbog@msn.com</a>> .=20 Stay tuned to AANR-NW enews for future updates and information about the Polar Dip.<br> –2-4770685770-2433706262=:4 Content-Type: text/html; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable<br><DIV><FONT face=3D"Arial" size=3D"2"> <DIV><STRONG><FONT face=3D"Arial" size=3D"2">JANUARY 6 – SAVE THE DATE – DI= P IN THE NEW YEAR </FONT></STRONG></DIV> <DIV><STRONG><FONT face=3D"Arial" size=3D"2">AT THE AANR-NW GAT ROOSTER ROC= K POLAR DIP!</FONT></STRONG></DIV> <DIV><STRONG><FONT face=3D"Arial" size=3D"1">Submitted by:&nbsp; Shirley Ga= uthier</FONT></STRONG></DIV> <DIV><FONT face=3D"Arial" size=3D"2"></FONT>&nbsp;</DIV> <DIV><FONT face=3D"Arial" size=3D"2">This fourth annual AANR-NW GAT sponsor= ed&nbsp;event for the brave, bold, and committed continues to grow in popul= arity as the years go by.&nbsp; Join others to "Dip in the New Year" and pa= rticipate in the fun.&nbsp; The weather can be challenging and as in previo= us years neither rain, sleet, wind, snow or hail will prevent us from compl= eting the annual hike and dip in the mighty Columbia River.&nbsp; Dipping n= ot your expertise then join in the hike and cheerlead those that do.&nbsp; = </FONT></DIV> <DIV><FONT face=3D"Arial" size=3D"2"></FONT>&nbsp;</DIV> <DIV><FONT face=3D"Arial" size=3D"2">Immediately following the dip particip= ants will travel to a nearby location for lunch and socialization.&nbsp; Ha= ve a suggestion about a lunch location?&nbsp; Would you like to contribute = a raffle prize?&nbsp; Care to join us just for lunch? Email Shirley Gauthie= r at <A href=3D"mailto:<a href=/group/AANR-NW-eNews/post?postID=EvhL8yF3v7OvFb6d1TRYIzYZeD1JgMpiBQh87upRUnfGdJFofgS4v9uaV6xjqqk5B6MWy-QHjwGx>sherbog@msn.com</a>"><a href=/group/AANR-NW-eNews/post?postID=EvhL8yF3v7OvFb6d1TRYIzYZeD1JgMpiBQh87upRUnfGdJFofgS4v9uaV6xjqqk5B6MWy-QHjwGx>sherbog@msn.com</a></A>.&nbsp; Stay tun= ed to AANR-NW enews for future updates and information about the Polar Dip.= </FONT><I><FONT face=3D"Times New Roman"> </I></FONT></DIV></FONT></DIV><br> –2-4770685770-2433706262=:4– </td>
<br>AANR Clubs Weekly Report for October 20, 2006<br> Erich Schuttauf, Executive Director<br> MORE THAN ONE HUNDRED!!!!.<br>More than 100 newspapers, television networks, and media outlets have carried an Associated Press article trumpeting that nudist resorts aren't remaining hidden anymore. This week, press from USA Today to MSNBC, CNN, and the Chicago Tribune have carried the story, which originates from Paradise Valley in Dawsonville, Georgia. Quotes from owner Joe Lettelleir state that nude recreation clubs are now proud members of their communities, organizing everything from open houses to charity events, while growing successful real estate and resort businesses.<br>In addition to news from Paradise Valley and Paradise Lakes, there are quotes from Dean Hadley of Cypress Cove and AANR, plus mention of the projects at Desert Shadows. While some versions of the story are longer and some shorter, they all point out that nude recreation has gone mainstream. In fact, some stories use the tagline, "skinny-dipping in the mainstream."<br>You can access the USA Today article at:<br><a href=http://www.usatoday.com/news/nation/2006-10-18-nude-resorts_x.htm>http://www.usatoday.com/news/nation/2006-10-18-nude-resorts_x.htm</a><br> SELLING OR BUYING A NUDIST CLUB?<br>Interested in selling a nudist club OR know a potential buyer interested in one?<br>If so, please give our AANR club liaison Nanette Wickersham a call or drop her an e-mail. AANR regularly assists with putting prospective buyers and sellers together as a way of serving the needs of our members and clubs. Naturally, advertising in The Bulletin is probably the strongest way of letting others know about your interest in selling or acquiring property. We can also arrange to more discreetly let others know when that's more fitting. Please let us know how we can help.<br> GLEN MILLER LOAN REMINDER<br>Glen Miller Loan Reminder notices went out to our 100% clubs this week. Remember that applications for loans under this interest-free program must be submitted by December 1, 2006. All 100% clubs are eligible to apply.<br> Carolyn Hawkins, Public Relations Coordinator <br>TRADE SHOWS<br>AANR and FANR participated in the Southern Women's Show in Orlando. It was a very busy show and thanks to Bob Erlenmeyer for taking charge all four days. A big thank you to all who gave us a hand in staffing the booth. Thanks to Don and Nancy Sloan, Steve Vickers, Kim Lowery, Bobby Jansen, Sally DePree, Ed Kirk, Hugh and Linda Williams, Hans Hoeh and even I got to help out a little. It was a great show and we hope to participate next year. If you would like to help please let me know and I will make a note for next year. It is very rewarding and a lot of good shopping. <br>Thanks to Steve Hubbard and his volunteers for staffing the NRPA trade show in Seattle. I understand the show was very busy. This show has tripled since we first started with Turner Stokes participating.<br> NEW MEDIA<br>A few articles that were printed this week with quotes from Erich:<br><a href=http://www.bradenton.com/mld/bradenton/news/nation/15768795.htm>http://www.bradenton.com/mld/bradenton/news/nation/15768795.htm</a><br><a href=http://www.newszap.com/articles/2006/10/17/az/north_valley/an03.txt>http://www.newszap.com/articles/2006/10/17/az/north_valley/an03.txt</a><br> Patricia Orner , Government Affairs Coordinator<br>STATE LEGISLATION AND NEWS FROM STATE NET<br>The 2007 State Legislative Session Calendar is now available on the Govt Affairs Download Zone at www.aanr.com.<br>Only NJ and DC are in Regular Session. MA is in Informal Session. OH is in Skeleton Session. Prefiling and drafting has begun in CO, FL, KY, MT, ND, NV and VA with 111 bills prefiled last week.<br> THE COUNCIL OF STATE GOVERNMENTS<br>AANR staff worked this week with AANR-West and Arizona State GAT Chair, Bev Price, to prepare for our exhibit and attendance at The Council of State Governments Annual State Trends and Leadership Forum to be held in AZ.<br>Let your state representatives know to stop by booth #211 to get their limited edition lapel pin and the most recent information about what AANR is and why we solicit their support.<br> GAT TRAINING<br>If your club is interested in GAT/CAT training – please contact me. Would you prefer onsite training – or would you participate in Tele-Training if offered?<br> GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS CHALLENGE<br>The Fire & Ice Challenge is in the final 30 days. With the new deadline of November 20 and a NEW drawing date of November 27, 2006 – each five-dollar donation gets you one chance to win an ocean view cabin for two aboard Bare Necessities Tour and Travel cruise on Holland America's Amsterdam. This is a package worth $4,500 and the ship will depart Seattle on July 20, 2007 and return to Seattle on July 27. Several clubs have begun a pool. Buy $100-$500 and if your club wins you can hold an onsite drawing with AANR publicity. A fun way to do your part and help AANR protect your members' rights.<br> FOLEY-GATE UPDATE<br>The AANR and FANR teams continue to monitor the situation with the help of FANR lobbyist, Bob Levy, and FANR Regional GAT Chair, Debra Kay Hedding. <br><br><br><br><br><br><br> </td>
I should have spelled out PTLD. That stands for Portland<br>Just a reminder that the first indoor nude recreation night is next Sunday October 22 from 7 pm to 9 pm. Pre registration for this event and for the reduced season passes is still open until Wednesday October 18. Again we will have the licensed massage therapist from Peaceful Integration present for chair massage.<br>For registration contact me at <a href=/group/AANR-NW-eNews/post?postID=QYjACjtWtXvACT_enpv7bep6LT529ANRFlVzUzJIYP_3A_meevpQXwrax77J19TYaKto5fdE66gBQP9D>hsevents@verizon.net</a> <br>Chris Brokke<br><br>.<br><br> </td>
<br>Just a reminder that the first indoor nude recreation night is next Sunday October 22 from 7 pm to 9 pm. Pre registration for this event and for the reduced season passes is still open until Wednesday October 18. Again we will have the licensed massage therapist from Peaceful Integration present for chair massage.<br>For registration contact me at <a href=/group/AANR-NW-eNews/post?postID=zZ3a4wi4z8xAuYAKlm08DBRlORooFhxrHco_r_ZcKNaiY8iemfNv0Bi1ruuzi66HlHQxvTfXRD0NMA>hsevents@verizon.net</a><br>Chris Brokke<br><br> </td>
<br> AANR Weekly Report for October 20, 2006<br><br>Erich Schuttauf, Executive Director<br> WARM THANK YOU TO MIRA VISTA RESORT <br>Mira Vista Resort has donated a seven-night stay at the upscale property near Tucson, Arizona, as the latest Government Affairs Challenge. We deeply appreciate what this will do to fund efforts on local, state, and national levels. Details will appear in the November issue of The Bulletin. You can visit the resort's Web site at: <a href=http://www.miravistaresort.com/>http://www.miravistaresort.com/</a><br> Linda Berry, Director of Publications<br>Your feedback is important<br>What would you like to know about AANR clubs and participating businesses before scheduling a visit? Please send your answers to me at <a href=/group/AANR-NW-eNews/post?postID=A2zXHYRlRbKQiV_EKR-GheCZP94TdDdzNckrYSC3MtmEJ_5g9R09Ky-j25BMtj43n_v-XNCU>editor@aanr.com</a><br>Answers to this question will help the publications department determine what information should be included in the next edition of the North American Guide. <br> ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES<br>Cyber-Bulletin and AANR Web advertising space is available. Please contact Martha Young for rate information at <a href=/group/AANR-NW-eNews/post?postID=mTRfR4PVWpnNUpWxgjwp6EzYzVfqgejJu80adjl0pI3gDbjtuqX3w3zOuCujsKyJ_S7drXrwQcoBuBsj>bulletinads@aanr.com</a> or phone 800/879-6833, ext. 228.<br>We also have one direct marketing coupon available. The coupons are mailed to all new and renewing AANR members with their membership card. The response to these offers has been well received by the members and advertisers. The cost is $600 for six months, or $1,000 for one year. All you need to do is give us the information, and we print the coupons. <br> The Cyber-bulletin<br>Read more about the nude biker who got a ticket for no helmet on the Cyber-Bulletin at <a href=http://www.aanr.com/cyber_bulletin.html>http://www.aanr.com/cyber_bulletin.html</a><br> The Bulletin<br>The November issue goes to the printer on Monday morning.<br> Carolyn Hawkins, Public Relations Coordinator <br>THANK YOU<br>First I would like to say thank you to all of you who sent cards, flowers and gifts during my surgery. It was just wonderful and I enjoyed reading the cards a couple of times and looking at my flowers. Thanks also for you prayers, thoughts and phone calls, and I look forward to seeing many of you in November.<br>SOUTHERN WOMEN'S SHOW<br>This week we are participating with FANR in the Southern Woman's Show in Orlando. It has been a very busy show so far and it continues through Sunday.<br> NRPA (National Recreation and Parks Assoc)<br>Thanks to Steve Hubbard and his volunteers for staffing the NRPA trade show in Seattle. We spoke with Steve this morning and he has had four volunteers each day. He reports it has been a very busy show.<br> Patricia Orner – Government Affairs Coordinator<br>State Legislation and News From State Net<br>Only NJ and DC are in Regular Session. MA is in Informal Session. OH is in Skeleton Session. Prefiling and drafting has begun in CO, FL, KY, MT, ND, NV and VA with 111 bills prefiled last week.<br>There are no elections scheduled during the next three weeks.<br> The Council of State Governments<br>AANR staff has launched planning with AANR-West and Arizona State GAT Chair, Bev Price, to implement the exhibit and attendance at The Council of State Governments Annual State Trends and Leadership Forum. This year's meeting, Nov. 30-Dec 3 in Phoenix, AZ, will include an off site presentation by the Arizona Department of Water Resources and an informative overview of the Arizona Department of Water Resources, the Central Arizona Project, and the Salt River Project. A visit to a recharge facility and CAPs control room will be included. <br>Let your state representatives know to stop by booth #211 to get their limited edition lapel pin and the most recent information about what AANR is and why we solicit their support.<br> GAT TRAINING<br>If your club is interested in GAT/CAT training – please let me know at <a href=/group/AANR-NW-eNews/post?postID=9jmMrzBOaKY5Tum9kcFetjcNCSGe3PoUgU4KvikG789oBwXCXVr4Ef8nxdOsX33Sa19vfjaeyXYqlWYi>government@aanr.com</a>. Would you prefer on site training – or would you participate in Tele-Training if offered?<br> GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS CHALLENGE<br>There is still time to enter the Fire & Ice Challenge. With the new deadline of November 20 and a NEW drawing date of November 27, 2006 – each five-dollar donation gets you one chance to win an ocean view cabin for two aboard Bare Necessities Tour and Travel cruise on Holland America's Amsterdam. This is a package worth $4,500 and the ship will depart Seattle on July 20, 2007 and return to Seattle on July 27. Several clubs have begun a pool. Buy $100-$500 and, if your club wins, you can hold an on-site drawing with AANR publicity. It's a fun way to do your part and help AANR protect your members' rights.<br> Mark Foley Update<br>The AANR and FANR teams continue to monitor the situation with the help of FANR lobbyist, Bob Levy, and FANR Regional GAT Chair, Debra Kay Hedding. The media attention has turned to where it should be – politics and election problems as illustrated by the following: Foley signs could spark election controversy.<br><br><br><br><br> </td>
<br>AANR Weekly Report for October 6, 2006<br><br>Erich Schuttauf, Executive Director<br>AANR Office Hosts Film Crew from The Learning Channel<br>On Monday of this week our office had some special visitors: a team of three employees working on a segment for The Learning Channel about a "day-in-the-life of a nudist." The story takes a look at my family and includes footage and interviews in the office, including scenes of Eve Bratton taking calls from members, plus a visit to Cypress Cove, at-home interviews, and even a visit to our local church. Tentatively the segment is part of a pilot for a series expected to air sometime in Spring 2007.<br> AANR Helping Members and Clubs<br>Within the past two weeks AANR has taken calls from members and clubs seeking various forms of assistance. Here are some brief summaries:<br>Asylum case – I attended a hearing in U.S. immigration court in Orlando last week on behalf of a member who fears harsh persecution for advocating nudism in his home country. Both parties to the case, including the federal government, stipulated to my status as an expert witness on the subject of nudism and accepted my testimony with very little cross examination or challenge. Interestingly, the government also did not choose to challenge the petitioner's claim that the right to advocate for nudism is a basic human right. Instead, it limited its argument to the degree of persecution the petitioner would face. Asylum cases are challenging to win. Regardless of the outcome of this particular case, it says something about AANR's credibility when both sides can agree that the Association is a resource to turn to for answers.<br>Water rights issue – A northern club has contacted AANR seeking some information and assistance in a dispute with an adjacent land owner regarding the conditions and access on its lake.<br>Club with media questions – Another club contacted us today seeking suggestions for handling a media inquiry from a television station doing a story on an event within the community. The event is not related to the club in any way, but the inquiry appears to have been triggered because "sensational" nudity like flashing of female breasts, etc. occurs.<br> Mark Foley Situation: AANR has developed additional material<br>As events unfold within the media about the congressman's resignation, we continue to monitor them from the office with assistance from Susan Weaver and AANR's public relations team at YPB&R. It is important to recognize that the immediate events of the day are not directly related to AANR's experience in 2003. It is also important to recognize that a national election weeks away creates a politically charged environment where words can be interpreted in ways not originally intended.<br>As the Scout motto reads, it is always best to "be prepared." Therefore, the PR team has developed additional materials to assist with setting the record straight about AANR camps when there is an opportunity to use them in select media where it is both necessary and where there is a reasonable belief a story will receive objective treatment.<br>To date, other developments have deserved and commanded more attention than us. A few stories providing some additional "setting of the record straight" about the 2003 camp at Lake Como appeared in articles within The St. Petersburg Times this week. You can find one such story by clicking here: <a href=http://www.sptimes.com/2006/10/02/State/Pasco_nudists_recall_.shtml>http://www.sptimes.com/2006/10/02/State/Pasco_nudists_recall_.shtml</a><br> Linda Berry, Director of Publications<br>ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES<br>Cyber-Bulletin and AANR Web advertising space is available. Please contact Martha Young for rate information at <a href=/group/AANR-NW-eNews/post?postID=dsyuTdGjITvVuJm6Ju3OQjAb5cynVPDisHMQBTef0rf6J1ITkqUir9Pudz74-0EsxWyGu4JdSQHlLvE>bulletinads@aanr.com</a> or phone 800/879-6833, ext. 228.<br>We also have one direct marketing coupon available. The coupons are mailed to all new and renewing AANR members with their membership card. The response to these offers has been well received by the members and advertisers. The cost is $600 for six months, or $1,000 for one year. All you need to do is give us the information, and we print the coupons. <br>Club rebates can be used for advertising in The Bulletin, The Cyber-Bulletin, AANR Web site advertising, or the marketing coupons. The rebates expire December 31, 2006, and if you don't use them, you lose them. <br> The Bulletin<br>The November issue is in production.<br> Patricia Orner – Government Affairs Coordinator<br>State Legislation and News From State Net<br>There are two states (NJ, PA ) and DC in Regular Session. MA is in Informal Session. OH is in Skeleton Session. There is one state in Special Session (PA "a").<br> GAT TRAINING<br>If your club is interested in GAT/CAT training – please let me know. Would you prefer on-site training – or would you prefer Tele-Training if offered?<br> GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS CHALLENGE<br>The Fire & Ice Challenge is in full swing. With the new deadline of November 20 and a NEW drawing date of November 27, 2006 – each five-dollar donation gets you one chance to win an ocean view cabin for two aboard Bare Necessities Tour and Travel cruise on Holland America's Amsterdam. This is a package worth $4,500 and the ship will depart Seattle on July 20, 2007 and return to Seattle on July 27. Several clubs have begun a pool. Buy $100-$500 and if your club wins you can hold an on site drawing with AANR publicity. A fun way to do your part and help AANR protect your members rights.<br>A Final word<br>Much of my time this week has been spent reflecting on this unfortunate series of tragic events. Politics produces, especially in an election year, many rumors. I am proud to work in an organization which when offered an opportunity for public grandstanding takes the high road – the credible path – and carefully investigates allegations before they issue wild press releases. I was "only an AANR member" when Mark Foley chose to attack the AANR youth camps. Like many of you I was upset because I knew then, what I know now, that training our youth is an important way to ensure the future of social nudity. I was surprised when another Florida State political figure (Rep. John Quinones of Osceola County) leapt to Mr. Foley's side. As a member of the Osceola County Republican Executive Committee I know "John Q" well. His support of Foley ended quickly – as he became educated about AANR and the youth program. It happened – the press stopped reporting about it – and as a nudist I let it slip into history. <br>As a mother who raised two great kids who always remember that people are not to be judged by what they wear but by what they are on the inside, I sometimes wonder if I could have done more to keep a person like Mark Foley from endangering the future of our culture. As a grandmother who knows that even those in my family tree who are not nudists still pass down the values they learned. I trust that the credible voice of reason for nude recreation remains strong. I thank God for giving me a chance to make a difference in this fight for the right to exist with or without textiles – naked – the way I was born. This is my personal opinion and does not reflect any position of AANR. <br><br><br><br><br><br> </td>
Do you know any women who have thought about trying the nudist=20 lifestyle but were perhaps, a bit shy?=20<br>A new book, endorsed by AANR and written by author Sally DePree,=20 Woman In Nude Recreation: The WINR Circle is a compilation of=20 stories by women who conquered their fears and found total freedom.<br>As part of a promotional campaign, author Sally DePree will be=20 interviewed on the Pete Williams radio show 1340 A.M. on Friday,=20 November 3, 2006. Members of AANR/FANR/WINR are invited to participate by tuning in around 4:30 PM (1:30 pm PST). The=20 TanTalk radio network covers more than 3,000,000 people in and=20 around Tampa Bay plus the entire world via the Internet.<br>Recently we have received emails from readers that have placed=20 orders to help non-nudists understand the positive aspects of=20 nudism, such as the following:<br>"I just ordered Women In Nude Recreation at BarnesNoble.com today!=20 We want to pass it around to interested family members to give them=20 a sense of what nudism is all about for women, and add more=20 information on top of our own experiences and endorsement.=20 Additionally, my wife was interested in hearing more about how other women enjoy nude recreation more typically as part of their lives or=20 as part of an organized social setting. We look forward to our copy=20 arriving in just a couple of days. Thanks for the response." P.A.<br>=20 Members will soon be able to purchase copies from AANR or direct=20 from their clubs.=20=20<br>Source: Exerpted from a recent press release<br><br><br><br> </td>
Bare Necessities Tour and Travel is sponsoring the latest AANR=20 government affairs challenge. The Fire and Ice tour aboard the=20 Holland America Amsterdam will depart Seattle on July 20, 2007 and=20 return to Seattle on July 27.<br>For each $5 donated to the government affairs challenge, entrants=20 will receive one chance to win. There is no limit to the number of=20 entries, multiple entries increase your chance of winning. The=20 deadline for entry is November 20, 2006, and the drawing for the=20 winner will be held November 27, 2006.<br>The winner of the challenge will receive a large ocean view cabin=20 for two. Pre-paid port taxes also are included. Transportation to=20 Seattle and gratuities are the responsibility of the winner. The=20 prize package has a value of $4,500.<br>You could be the winner of a cruise aboard the Amsterdam. One lucky=20 couple will win a vacation to remember aboard the first-ever nude=20 cruise to Alaska.<br>Stops in the Ports of Juneau Ketchikan Glacier Bay Sitka Victoria, British Columbia<br>We all win when you donate to the AANR Government Affairs Program.=20 This member benefit is used to help protect your rights. By being=20 able to counter new and pending legislation that threatens our right=20 to enjoy social nude recreation AANR truly does help preserve all of=20 our rights, and is dedicated to this cause. Send in your entry today=20 and help preserve your rights. There is no limit to how many times=20 you can enter. Each entry will improve your chances of winning. Fire=20 & Ice challenge entries must be received by Nov. 20, 2006. The=20 drawing will be held on Nov. 27, 2006 at the=20 AANR office.<br><br><br> </td>
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