The Common Interest

This does not mean that the male homosexual, once he has been admitted to the nudist camp, is likely to find himself an "outsider." The mental attitude of the nudist and of the homosexual especially of the homosexual athlete is in many ways so similar that the homosexual is perfectly at home, even in a group in which he is in some way a minority. The appeal of nudism seems to be strongest to the man or woman who has pride in the appearance of his body and who admires the handsomly filled-out, well-proportioned bodies of others. The sports-lover, athlete, body-builder (whether fanatic or casual about his hobby), and the lover of outdoor living all share the interest that make the nudist way of life appealing to the nudist. Nudists have a profound respect for beauty, the dignity, and the acceptability of the human body in its entirety. This attitude of respect and admiration for the body is common to the nudist and the homosexual. Only the Nudist

With negligible exceptions, it is only in the nudist camp that the sunbather, physical-culture enthusiast, and outdoor man or woman can find a complete acceptance of the human body. True, the sun deck of private solaria such as those in New York, in St. Petersburg, and in the stack of the new Moore-McCormack ocean liner provide opportunities for nude sun-bathing, segregated by sex. The college pool or the YMCA plunge (except in sections of the Pacific Northwest where trunks have been made a requirement), a beach in Boston, and some private health clubs provide opportunities for nude

swimming. But naked outdoor exercise and nude sports activities are limited, with few exceptions, to the nudist parks.

"Boys and Girls Together"

The homosexual finds no constraint or embarassment in being nude in the presence of those of the other sex. The entire atmosphere of the sunbathing park is so relaxed, so relaxing, and so friendly that the social contacts between the sexes are informal, free from embarassment, and entirely pleasant. In addition, most homosexuals find the de-emphasis of sex, which is surely the most prounced attribute of social nudism, a welcome change. The homosexual nudist sees the human form in its entirely, at rest and in motion, and he enjoys the esthetic perfection of the body without the insistent eroticism which can accompany seminudity or complete nudity in less social circumstances. Nothing so erotic as the G-string or the jock-strap-or. the bathing suit-exists in a nudist

camp.

It Is Up to the Women

The woman who enjoys outdoor sports and who finds the beauty of the female form pleasant to look upon should seriously consider joining a nudist club. She and her friends will find themselves welcomed wholeheartedly. At the same time, she will be doing a service for the male homosexual who must bide his time until the women have so evened up the membership ranks that more men will be acceptable to club membership. When this happens, the homosexual male should act as the opportunity presents itself; for a happy way of life awaits him.

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