<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, &quot;skinny-dipping in the mainstream.&quot;<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 &amp; 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>