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AANR Helping Clubs and Members

It is always inspiring to learn that the efforts on behalf of members and clubs that your dues and club support make possible have made a difference in the lives of fellow members.  This week we’re pleased to bring you news in two cases.

First, we had provided assistance to a club facing legal entanglement from a third party over alleged trademark infringement in the club’s name.  By demonstrating that the club has a long history, including lineage with AANR and references in nudist literature from decades ago, we assisted the club in proving there had been no infringement.

Second, we heard from the member/mother of a six year old daughter on the West coast who contacted us some months ago for help in her child custody matter. It was alleged she was an unfit mom for taking the child to the local nude beach.  This week we learned that mom has been granted custody, and has full permission to continue bringing her daughter on trips to the beach!  We received a very warm thank-you note that serves as a reminder that there are many people who need a credible voice speaking for them on nude issues.  Thank you for making that voice possible.

Linda Berry, Director of Publications

The Bulletin

The March issue went to the printer last Tuesday (2/10) and should start mailing Friday (2/13).

Terry Justice, Club/Member Liaison

I am sad to say that due to the economy, we are losing one of our participating businesses. Villa at Hermann in Missouri has closed as of February 11, 2009. Good luck Al and Jan, we wish you all the best in your
future endeavors.

Debra Sue Stevens, Government Affairs

REQUEST: Print the following in your Club Newsletter or send to your members in your E-News, when timely and appropriate.  We want the members to know what GAT does for them!

American Recreation Coalition – February Newsletter

AANR is a member the ARC and works closely with this coalition centralized in Washington, D.C.  In this issue read about the following topics:

*         Partners Outdoors 2009 “Uses the Transition to Thrive!”

*         President visits “RV Capital” in Indiana, links success to helping RV purchasers get loans

*         Rep. Farr urges recreation community to streamline travel and recreation opportunities

*         National Get Outdoors Day 2009 seeks partners and site nominations

*         Credit Union National Association meeting

*         News on Obama Administration appointments

*         ARC asks President Obama to support nonprofits and service groups

*         NBC’s “Parks and Recreation” sitcom can spotlight outdoor recreation issues

Go to www.funoutdoors.com and search for the term “newsletter.”

Sign Our Nude Beach Petition – California
Printed with the permission of SCNA President Gary Mussell

The Nude Beach Alliance (NBA), affiliated with the AANR club Southern California Naturist Association (SCNA), are individuals who believe that ALL beach users should have equal access to California’s beaches. Our goal is to one day have a selected beach which is legal in a clothing optional setting. To reach that goal, The NBA endeavors to liaison with law enforcement, local supervisory boards, the Parks Department, the community and homeowners.

The NBA provides beach-goers with up to date, pertinent information including news, articles, stories, tides, maps, and laws. We condone a self-policing atmosphere to keep lewd behavior and drug use off of the beach, and endorse signage to the effect of clothing optional usage.

The Nude Beach Alliance www.nudebeachalliance.com

Advocates of re-establishing a nude section at Bates Beach have begun circulating a petition in favor of the proposal.  Click here to view the petition.

Register Now for a free subscription to StateNet Capitol Journal and get the latest political news from all 50 states via email. Go to: to signup.

AANR Legislative Tracking

Below, please find statistics we have begun compiling on the 2009 legislative session. Some thoughtful members and clubs have asked us the question, “What is the significance of these statistics?” What we hope most is that you will observe how many thousands of proposals need to be checked to see if they would impact your rights to enjoy nude recreation within appropriate settings. Without the sophisticated monitoring software that your dues make possible, there is no way that the tens of thousands of bills introduced in just a few weeks’ time could be reviewed. Thanks to your support, and assistance from volunteers, we have a solid (albeit not perfect) understanding of what we face in the states this year.

AANR GAT is closely monitoring developments in the Southwest, Northeast, and Northwest for which it would be premature to provide reports at this time. We will apprise our leadership and clubs when updates are available.

Statistics for 2009:

In Session: There are 43 states, DC and US in Regular Session. There is 1
state in Special Session. There are 3 states in recess.

States in Regular Session: AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, GA, HI, IA, ID,
IL, IN, KS, KY, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV,
OK, OR, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, US, UT, VA, VT, WA, WV, WY

Number of 2009 Prefiles last week: 4,375
Number of 2009 Intros last week: 12,632
Number of 2009 Session Enacted/Adopted last week: 618
Number of 2009 Prefiles to date: 29,111
Number of 2009 Intros to date: 53,709
Number of 2009 Session Enacted/Adopted overall to date: 2,281

AANR Statistics:

o    1,682 bills were reviewed personally by AANR in 2009.

o    246 bills have been reviewed in full text by AANR in 2009.

o    179 bills have been added to the “2009 Legislative Tracking List”

AANR encourages our membership and like-minded nudists and naturists to assist in the process of tracking bills and news impacting nude recreation.  Always contact the AANR office before taking action.  This ensures that your actions are aligned with the strategy underway for any particular bill or
advocacy effort.  Remember, AANR GAT works for you!

Note: Due to an error in transmission, this report reached  the clubs on Tuesday 2/17 instead of Friday 2/13.

Subject: February indoor swim night
Date: Sunday, February 08, 2009 11:41 AM

Hello all,

Time is getting close again for the night Hidden Springs indoor nude recreation night on Sunday evening February 22 from 7 pm until 9 pm.  This is the next to last event of this season, so if have been thinking about participating but haven’t done so, this is one of the last chances you have,

At the Athletic club we have the use of the pool, two hot tubs (each at different temperature), two saunas (also each at different temperature). These areas are ideal for socializing with friends you haven’t seen for a while. For the more active we have the availability of a volleyball, basketball court and three racquetball courts. If you are looking for an additional treat for your tired muscles a massage therapist will be available. With pre-registration we will give the therapists information so you set up a time slot prior to the event.

The cost for the event is still only $10 for AANR/TNS members and $12 for non members (prices are per person) when pre-registering. If you elect to pay at the door, then the prices are $15 and $17 respectively.
Pre-registration closes on Wednesday February 18.

For pre-registration or more information contact Hidden Springs at hsevents@verizon.net or leave us a voice mail at 503-841-1995.

For those of you less familiar with these events, they are held in the greater Portland (OR) area and detailed information will be given to you upon registration.

Polar Bare Dip at Rooster Rock is Still On!

Our friends the park rangers tell us that although the river levels are very high, we should have no problem getting to one of our usual “dipping spots” this Saturday, Jan. 10th at Noon.

It doesn’t look like snow will block our way, and so far the weather forecast is for sun and temps in the 50′s – Woohoo! Sounds like picnic weather. But we will be going to a local restaurant to defrost with hot food and drink. So join us for a nude welcome to the new year in the great outdoors.

Rooster Rock State Park is located on Interstate 84 in the Columbia Gorge, about 20 min. east of Portland. Go to the East (right) end of the parking lot and you’ll find us near the bathroom building.

Don’t be late–we start walking soon so we don’t lose our nerve!

Questions? Email Rooster-Sauvie Volunteers at zonkersun@yahoo.com

The New Year has barely started and we have another indoor nude recreation night planned on Sunday January 11 from 7 pm until 9 pm.

Come have a great time in the pool, two hut tubs or two saunas or treat yourself to a relaxing massage. For the more energetic amongst us we have a basketball/volleyball court and three racquetball courts at our disposal.

Pre registration prices are $10 per person for AANR/TNS members and $12 per person for non members.

Pre-registration closes on Wednesday January 7. After pre-registration closes the prices are $15 per person for AANR/TNS members and $17 for non members. Upon registration we will disclose the facility we use, so contact Hidden Springs at hsevents@verizon.net or leave a voice mail at 503-841-1995.

Hope to see you all on January 11.

P.S. The facility is in the Portland, Oregon area.

Rooster-Sauvie Volunteers host The 7th Annual Rooster Rock Polar Bare Dip – Saturday Jan. 10th!

We’re the new AANR beach club in Portland, and our first event of the new year is coming up!

Hey folks, this event is getting bigger every year. We’ve got brave (crazy?) people who jump into the cold water, and we’ve got people with more sense who cheer us on from shore and get a good laugh.

We’ll meet on Saturday, Jan 10th, at 12 Noon, at the East end of the parking lot at Rooster Rock State Park. (In the Columbia Gorge, 25 min. east of Portland on I-84, just past Corbett.) Look for the AANR flag, surrounded by people with nervous smiles, asking themselves, “WHY are we doing this, again?”

After the polar dip we’ll pick up any trash on the way out, and go for some hot food & drink.

See you there!

It’s time again for an indoor swim event on Sunday November 23.

No better time to enjoy an evening in the pool, hot tub or sauna before a short work week. The event will be held from 7 pm until 9 pm with the cost being the same at $10 per person for AANR/TNS members and $12 per person for non members when pre-registering.

If you elect not to pre-register and pay at the door, then the prices are $5 higher.

**** Pre-registration closes on Wednesday November 19. ***

For more information, including the location of the venue, please contact Hidden Springs at
hsevents {at} verizon.net or leave us a voice mail at 503-841-1995.

Hope to see you all there

Hidden Spring first indoor nude recreation night on October 26 is coming soon. From 7 pm until 9 pm we will have the availability to leave our swimsuits behind and enjoy a sports pool, two hot tubs, two Sauna, and for the energetic people among us use the volleyball or racquet ball courts again. For those who like pampering our massage therapist is present again with her chair massages.

The cost for the event has remained the same and is $10 per person for AANR/TNS members when pre registering and $12 for non members. Prices at the door will be $5 higher. Pre registration will close on October 22.

For more information and details about the venue please contact Hidden Springs at hsevents@verizon.net or leave us a voice mail message at 503-841-1995.

Hope to see you all in a couple of weeks.

Erich Schuttauf, Executive Director

new NakationT destination page on aanr.com

If you visit the link above you can view an all-new page designed to reach out to those who may not consider themselves nudists or naturists yet, but would consider “Putting a little naked in their next vacation.” We are also delighted to be launching an exciting new product,the NakationT in a Box.

The details of these promotions are on the Web site. I would like to take this opportunity to thank several volunteers and staff whose extra effort made this debut possible: Pat Brown, AANR Brand Chair for her work on logo design and spearheading the program; Nancy Tiemann of Bare Necessities who graciously provided photos that adorn the page as well as a cabin on an upcoming cruise that will go to the lucky winner of a contest for those who purchase the box; and Patty Faber of Shangri La who has created incredible embroidered towels that provide a great incentive to “buy the box.” I also thank Susan Weaver’s PR team that provided creativity with the NakationT idea, YPartnership, Linda Berry and the entire publications staff, as well as Carolyn Hawkins.

AANR deeply appreciates the many clubs which have agreed to provide savings and other incentives to our Nakationers. What an incredible team effort!

A SPECIAL WORD

Last week this report announced the great news that Cherokee Lodge and Resort has been acquired by new owners with exciting plans for the property. I should have also mentioned the extra efforts of two AANR club owners who helped the new owners make an easier transition: Mark Hammond of Turtle Lake Resort and Vice President George Morrison of Chicago Sun Club conducted a “how to start a nudist club” seminar which planted a seed with the new owners. They also helped with insight, advice, and follow-up.

We deeply appreciate Mark and George’s efforts. They have demonstrated yet another way that AANR volunteers help expand opportunities for nude recreation for members. Thanks guys!

CANDIDATE PROFILES ONLINE

All AANR candidate profiles are now on www.aanr.com Click on Member Benefits, log in, and then click on Ballot Box. If you’re already a subscriber to the Message Boards, you can just log in there and view the profiles. Please contact Linda Berry at editor@aanr.com if you have any questions.

IMPORTANT NEWS FROM SOUTH CAROLINA

Those from South Carolina should be sure to read Debra Sue Stevens’ government affairs report for important news on a bill which will receive a hearing in Committee next week.

NOTE FROM JUDY GRISHAM

After months of hard work on the part of many people, we are pleased to announce the “official” launch of JoinTheNudeRevolution.com as the recruitment site for NudeU/Youth Ambassadors 2008.

This Web site, which is part of NudeRevolutionTV, offers up-to-date information on NUYA as it markets the program in a new, technology-driven way to young adults. What can you do to help?? The best way you can help spread the Revolution is to embed the new video in your Web site or MySpace profile (helpful links are below), and point people to JoinTheNudeRevolution.com for more information and to apply.

We hope you will enjoy the new video, and can help us bring new blood into the program for the future of nudism and the nudist community. Thank you for your continued support.

Linda Berry, Director of Publications

THIS AND THAT

This week our department has worked on the Nakation project, the 2008 AANR Voter’s Guide, club news and advertisements for The Bulletin, and The E-Bulletin.

Carolyn Hawkins, Public Relations Coordinator

PUBLICITY

If you have an opportunity for a media contact, be sure to let us know so we can follow up for a story. We do appreciate it.

FCN IN THE NEWS

Some of you may have already heard about the Federation of Canadian Naturists’ public campaign to protest the way that the PayPal service abruptly stopped handling transactions for the Federation. A number of Canadian newspapers have carried their story. You can see one by clicking here:

http://winnipegsun.com/News/Canada/2008/03/24/5089131.html

Ypartnership pitched AANR’s annual membership in the Valentine’s Day Gift Guide – Travel & Leisure listings. The Gift Guide was published in all 20 of Splash magazine’s worldwide sites.

Below is the posting (available at http://tinyurl.com/26tfed )

Annual Membership in AANR

There’s nothing like a refreshing skinny dip or playing Tennis without clothes.

There’s nothing like a refreshing skinny dip or playing Tennis without clothes.

Description: As Valentine’s Day gets closer, many people who are tired of the “standard” night out are looking for a unique and fun way to celebrate the holiday with that special someone. Believe it or not, many will shed stress and clothes and visit a nudist resort this Valentine’s Day.

Nationwide, more than 50,000 people (members of the American Association of Nude Recreation) have embraced the freedom of the nudist experience. The most relaxing get away to enjoy Valentine’s or any day together is at an American Association for Nude Recreation resort, B&B, or campground. For a directory of member clubs call 1-800-TRY-NUDE or visit www.aanr.com Price: $81.50

I spoke to the reporter with the New York Times and there is still no word on the print date. I was told she is in the fact-checking stage and will let me know as soon as she has a scheduled date.
Debra Sue Stevens, Government Affairs

South Carolina HB 3679 – Update

SC HB 3679 is something we thought was dead since the subcommittee did not bring it into the full committee last year. It’s not the bill itself that is troublesome; it’s the definitions that should be an issue to every nudist. Bills like this one that confuse sexual oriented businesses with simple nudity could impact nude recreation as we enjoy it today. Last year, Representative Talley said we should offer an amendment. Cheri Alexander emailed that out to each of the subcommittee members, but nothing was done, and the session was over.

t was re-introduced this year, and it was heard on Thursday morning, March 27th at 9AM in the full Judiciary Committee. The hearing went poorly. Only one non-affiliated nudist showed up to accompany Cheri. This bill will be heard again by the full Judiciary Committee on April 1st at 2:30PM. This bill can affect landed clubs/parks if the definitions are not amended and subsequently, could affect non-landed clubs too. Please email Cheri Alexander at cheridonna@prodigy.net with your intentions. Cheri has your “I’m a nudist and I vote” button. Your presence will make a difference.

PLEASE, ONLY SC RESIDENTS!

Nude Recreation at Newton Wave Pool in British Columbia!

Surrey, British Columbia – March 23, 2008/ — For the past five years, Skinnydipper Recreation Club has held its nude swims at Renfrew Pool in Vancouver after being banished from the Newton Wave Pool by Surrey Council.

On Saturday night nearly 100 very happy Skinnydippers finally returned to the waters of the Newton Wave Pool in Surrey to frolic in the waves, slip down the newly renovated water slides and relax in the spa and steam room. “Last night’s ‘swim without a stitch’ went off without a hitch” quipped Paul Andreassen, President of the club. “The turn out was a bit lower that what we’d hoped for as it was the Easter weekend and many of our U.S. members didn’t come because of the long waits at the border. We did have a good response from our Fraser Valley members who live in Abbotsford and Chilliwack, which was encouraging.” The group is planning on booking the pool for another nude swim very soon and is looking forward to establishing a regular schedule of monthly swims in the future.

Contact:
Paul Andreassen, paul@skinnydipper.ca
Skinnydipper Services Inc. http://www.skinnydipper.ca
Skinnydipper Recreation Club http://club.skinnydipper.ca

A copy of this and previous press releases as well as all court documents will be available on our “Save the Wave” website. Visit http://stw.skinnydipper.ca and click on “Media Information”.

Maryland Area Naturist Association – MARNA Mention by City Paper!
Clothes Free Rec! Baltimore’s City Paper, one of the USA’s most respected urban publications, recommend’s MARNA’s Swim!
See: http://www.citypaper.com/calendar/event.asp?whatID=102478

Surrey, British Columbia – March 13, 2008/ — Skinnydipper Services Inc. is pleased to announce that all outstanding issues with the City of Surrey have now been resolved.

Following the ruling handed down last November by Justice Paul Williamson, negotiations have been taking place between the company and the city over facility rental conditions.

Skinnydipper President, Paul Andreassen said ” I am very happy with the outcome. We have been able to negotiate an amicable arrangement whereby we can rent the pool for nude swim sessions and receive the same treatment and respect accorded other groups.

This also means that nude recreation will be more accessible to our members out in the Fraser Valley” This month marks exactly five years since the Skinnydipper Recreation Club moved to Renfrew Pool in Vancouver.

Source: AANR Clubs Weekly Report, March 21, 2008

UPCOMING ACTIVITIES

Feb 2 Potluck Dinner and Rock and Roll, Mountaindale Sun Resort

Feb 3 Superbowl XLII Party – Potluck and Sausage Dogs, Mountaindale Sun
Resort

Feb 7 Chinese New Year for the Naked Mole Rat -See Below

Feb 9 Candlelight cheese and wine Valentines party, Central Oregon
Tumbleweeds

Feb 9 Meeting/Party, Bare Spirits

Feb 9 Potluck Dinner, Valentine Day Party, Squaw Mountain Ranch

Feb 10 Indoor Nude Recreation Night, Hidden Springs – See Below

CHINESE NEW YEAR AT THE ZOO – Thursday, Feb. 7

Celebrate the Year of the Rat

– naked mole rat, that is! To ring in the Chinese New Year, the Portland Zoo is highlighting these unusual rodents in all their wrinkly, bucktoothed glory. Take in special keeper talks at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. at the naked mole rat exhibit. You can also enjoy dim sum at the Cascade Grill and get a 20 percent discount on naked mole rat plush toys at the Zoo gift shop. Hidden Springs non-landed Nudist Club is a long time registered ZooParent of the Naked Mole Rat exhibit. While we encourage you to attend this special event, unfortunately, only the rats in the exhibit are allowed to attend in the official Hidden Springs club uniform.

INDOOR NUDE RECREATION NIGHT – FEBRUARY 10 – It’s wintertime and it’s cold. Beat the cold temperature in a warm pool, hot tub or sauna or warm yourself playing racquetball or Volleyball at our next indoor nude recreation night on Sunday February 10 from 7 pm to 9 pm. The cost for the event is still $10 per person for AANR/TNS members and $12 per person for non members when pre registering prior to February 7. I you elect to pay at the door, the prices are $15 per person for AANR/TNS members and $17 per person for non members.

For more detailed information e-mail Hidden springs at hsevents@verizon.net or leave a voice message at 503-841-1995. Looking forward to another fun filled unclad night.

Chris Brokke

Vice President Hidden Springs