The Circus has left Town...

The circus might have left town, but boy was it a blast while it was there.

The Auckland Outdoor Naturist Club hosted the 60th NZNF Rally from December 27th 2011 until January 4th 2012.

The theme was "A Fairytale Circus" and despite adversity from the weather, great effort was made to ensure the rally wasn't a "circus" but a success - and we think they certainly succeeded.

A strong team assisted with the preparation and smooth running of the week long event with a full sports competition and evening entertainment organised for each night.

Among the evening entertainment was a best dressed clown competition, a fairytale ball and a Moulin Rouge evening where everything (and everyone) was decorated in red.

A talented local musician, Russell French, was hired to perform on two of the nights and played a great variety getting everyone up dancing on the wet grass dance floor.

We were also wowed with beautiful and serene performances from three of the Nikau String Quartet on one evening.

There was something to please each of the almost 190 attendees at the rally and ensure all had a great time with the inclement weather having little or no effect to "dampen" the spirit.

Next year the Wellington Naturist Club will host the NZNF Rally and the theme will be "A New Age of Aquarius" - we will keep you updated with details for that throughout the year.

Introducing Me...Donna

Happy New Year!

I am the recently appointed Communications Officer for the New Zealand Naturist Federation.

I've been a member of a naturist club for 3 years but had begun frequenting clothes-free beaches 13 years ago after moving to Auckland from Christchurch with my husband.

Even though I might be fairly new to naturism, I have a passion and enthusiasm for promoting the lifestyle and introducing many new participants to this natural and wonderful way of life.

In my opinion social media is the most vital way of "spreading the word" to people of all ages and walks of life.

I look forward to bringing news and insights to you on a regular basis and welcome your comments and interaction.

Yours naturally,
Donna

Only a month till the circus comes to town

Its only a month until the big top arrives at the Auckland Outdoor Naturist Club in Ranui for the annual NZ Naturist Federation rally. All the fun of the circus will be there, including sideshows, art exhibitions, clowns and of course, the Fairytale Ball on New Years Eve. Don't miss it! More information on http://www.aonc.org.nz/.
See you there.

NZNF annual rally

The NZ Naturist Federation are holding their annual festival at Auckland Outdoor Naturist Club, from 28 December 2011 through to 3 January 2012. The festival is themed 'A Fairytale Circus' and many fun events are planned. For more information see http://www.aonc.org.nz.

Phoenix Shield at Bay of Plenty Sun Club

The annual Phoenix Shield will once again be contested between the BOP Sun Club and Waikato Outdoor Society.
This event will be held over the weekend of 12-13 November and will be at the BOPSCs grounds at Matata.
BOPSC will be trying their hardest to retain the shield they won last year at WOS.

Summerfest at Pineglades Naturist Club

Visit Pineglades Naturist Club on 24 October for their annual Summerfest. Naked art, body painting and a live band will be part of the day's festivities. All welcome. www.gonatural.co.nz/Pineglades

gonatural week

gonatural Week runs from 22 -29 October this year and is a chance to visit a naturist club to find out more about this healthy relaxing lifestyle. Clubs throughout NZ are holding events to welcome people who aspire to the naturist philosophy.
So why not visit a naturist venue near you? You won't regret it and will wonder why you didn't do it years ago.
A full list of clubs can be found on the NZ Naturist Federation's website: www.gonatural.co.nz/nznf_locations.html.