Naturist Community News and Events:
Naturists in the News:
 UPDATE - Advisory from the NAC: San Onofre Beach
Citations for nudity at San Onofre are being issued under California Code of Regulations (CCR), Title 14, section 4322, a misdemeanor.
Background: The Director of California's Department of Parks and Recreation had announced that
the application of a nearly 30-year state policy respecting traditional nude use in certain sections of state parks
was to be revoked at San Onofre Beach. The Naturist Action Committee (NAC) filed a lawsuit in July 2008 to force
the state to hold proper public hearings before any change in the current policy that allows nude use at San Onofre
Beach. NAC won at the Superior Court level in August 2008. The appellate court ruling favored DPR in June 2009.
As reported October 22, 2009, The California Supreme Court has refused
to hear Naturist Action Committee (NAC)'s appeal of the appellate court's ruling in the San Onofre lawsuit.
The result of the published ruling is that DPR may issue citations for nudity under Title 14, Section 4322 of the California Code of Regulations AT ANY UNIT OF THE STATE PARK SYSTEM.
NAC is currently working with the Friends of San Onofre Beach in evaluating the remaining options. (Information provided by NAC). To read the full alert visit http://www.naturistaction.org/sanonofre.
Public Opinion:
Do Californians agree that people should be able to enjoy nude sunbathing on designated beaches?
Do Californians support setting aside areas for nude recreation? A independent opinion survey commissioned
by the Naturist Education Foundation in November 2009 found a clear majority of Californians agree,
read the survey results.
How much did California State officials spend battling the fight to keep San Onofre Beach Trail
6 a clothing-optional beach? Read the article Records detail nudity fight in The
Orange County Register.
 
The Naturist Action Committee Alerts and Advisories are issued when the NAC requests your immediate action and involvement on issues concerning naturists. Advisories inform naturists about a certain issue or event.
Naturist Education Foundation is the educational foundation affiliated with the Naturist Society, view the poll on naturist recreation.
The Naturist Journal includes up to date news of interest to naturist, advice column, topical discussions, and other information.
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Southeast Spring Gathering
June 3-10, 2012 Join CMEN celebrating spring at the Spring Gathering May 9-16, 2009. It is a full week of gay,
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June 17-24, 2012, Glen Eden Sun Club, Corona. Features entertainment, recreational activities and food.
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July 26-29, 2012, Laguna del Sol, Wilton.
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