First-Timers Guide to Social Nudism & Public NuditySerendipity is, above all, an outdoor experience, a perfect place to kick back and enjoy clear North Georgia mountain air while communing with nature--just far enough from urban "civilization" to forget about its stresses but close enough for convenient access. For reading, relaxing or socializing there are multiple lawns and decks on different levels, each with unique scenery. Lounging choices include both sun and shade. The trees are quite varied and magnificent.
No visit is complete without a rejuvenating hike on Serendipity's
nature trail, which combines a spectacular overview of Blue Creek
with a backdrop of Yanah Mountain, and Serendipity's undeveloped
acreage is habitat for wildlife of many species in addition to naked
homo
sapiens.
Visitors are welcome at any time, and membership is not a requirement to enjoy life naturally at Serendipity Park. We are "nude & nudist friendly". You may came alone, or bring a relative or friend for your first of many visits. "What to Bring" Ideas
"Do Not Bring" Policies
New to Social Nudity?Nude recreation is surprisingly relaxing and uniquely freeing, as millions in Europe, North America and elsewhere have discovered. It may also be the ultimate experience of self-acceptance. Though nobody's "perfect", we're all perfectly human and quite acceptable just as we really are. A lifetime of ingrained self-consciousness can sometimes evaporate in minutes at Serendipity Park. Most of us use Serendipity as an anytime getaway from everyday stress, a place to play or unwind, however it pleases at the moment. It is also a wonderful place to meet new and old friends. At Serendipity you'll meet a cross-section of interesting, fun-loving and humanly conscious people who will accept you as you are, and treat you with friendly respect. Feelings of openness and mutual vulnerability help build interpersonal trust, and provide opportunities for unexpected friendships across individual differences of gender, age, culture, shape, hue, wealth and career. You'll find Serendipity's overall ambience family-like and non-erotic. The underlying absence of sexual pressure minimizes stress and assures the safety and comfort of everyone, especially children. Management is responsive to complaints to the contrary, as feedback from members and guests is very helpful in screening out those who would engage in predatory or otherwise inappropriate behavior. Though instances are rare, violations of Serendipity's Guidelines and Sexual Harassment Policy result in expulsion and, if warranted, prosecution of the perpetrator. Complete nudity and a cleansing shower are expected for use of romantic naked pool, young family and sauna in California. People may, and do, wear clothes if the weather cools, the sun burns or whenever it feels personally appropriate. Nude sports, such as Petanque, Horseshoes or Volleyball, usually present no particular problems, given proper footwear. After all, the original Olympics were performed in the buff to permit unrestricted movement and minimize reaction time.
All of Serendipity's membership, visitor, guest and inquiry files are
confidential and for internal use only. All privacy requests are
respected.
If Public Nudity Still Poses a ProblemIndividuals interested in public nudity body acceptance, but not yet ready for social nudity are welcome to visit Serendipity for a guided tour at any time. Questions regarding body image, cultural shame, gender conditioning, safety, children, and all matters of an attendee's anxiety or curiosity are answered as thoroughly as possible in a risk-free context.
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This is the most common concern among men. However, we do not know of anyone who actually had an erection on the first visit. The combination of the non-sexual environment and the unfamiliarity of a first-time visit serves to minimize the issue.
An erection is a natural part of life. Naturists realize this and will not take offence as long as it is not being flaunted. If an erection does occur, a strategically placed towel, a dip in a cool pool, or rolling over on your stomach will take care of it.
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What do I do if I am menstruating?
Generally, women do the same thing in the naturist world as they do in the clothed world. Many use a tampon. If they prefer, they wear shorts or bikini bottoms.
Menstruation is a normal part of being a woman and one which naturists understand.
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I don't have a good body, I don't want others to see me nude.
The concept of the perfect body is a myth. We believe that the stress caused by the unrealistic expectations of society is very damaging. Naturists practice body acceptance. When you visit a naturist environment, you will find all types of bodies. All shapes, sizes, ages, colours&emdash;many of them with the signs of a full life.
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Isn't it dangerous to expose myself to so much sun?
The removal of a skimpy bathing suit does little to increase your exposure to the sun, but people exposed to the sun should be careful when they enjoy the outdoors.
Some evidence is suggesting that moderate sun exposure is good for you. For more details, click here.
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Won't nudity take away intimacy with my partner and desensitize us to sexuality?
Sexuality is in the mind. It is an artificial form of sexuality that causes a person to be aroused merely by seeing a body part which one does not normally see. Attraction does not depend on whether people are nude or not. In fact, you will probably find them more attractive if they are wearing suggestive clothing.
We believe that naturists have healthier sexuality, since they are more comfortable with themselves and their bodies. Naturists can enjoy the sexual act with their partner without feeling self-conscious about their nudity.
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Children in naturism?
Is naturism good for children?
Anyone who has observed children knows that they are enthusiastic naturists. We have never seen young children who are self-conscious when nude. In fact, you may observe them squeal with delight when they are allowed to run around nude. It is only in their later years that they are pressured into being self-conscious and adopt older people's phobias about the body.
We believe that it is healthier for children to grow up comfortable with their own bodies. We don't think there is any advantage in teaching them to be ashamed and embarrassed by certain parts of their bodies.
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Is naturism safe for children?
It is clear that being dressed has not kept children safe. The best thing we can do is teach our children the confidence to speak up when people do things which make them uncomfortable. If they are not ashamed of their bodies, they are much more likely to tell their parents when someone does things to them that they don't like. Whether nude or clothed, children should know that being touched in certain ways is wrong.
Although good parenting is by far the most important factor in raising children, naturism helps to promote their confidence and understanding about their bodies.
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Don't children get confused as to when and where they can be nude?
Everyone has to teach children when and where it is acceptable to be nude. Naturists simply have more places where it is acceptable. Unlike non-naturists, we don't teach our children that nudity is wrong. We teach them that some people aren't comfortable with nudity and that sometimes we need to dress for practical reasons (e.g. weather).
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