by Donna McIlwain

There are many positive benefits for women who become involved with social nudity. There are also many things that frighten women away. Women In Nude Recreation or WINR is designed to overcome these fears and emphasize the benefits of this lifestyle to women.

WINR is a committee designed to reach out to women who might have questions, concerns, or considerations before attempting to try social nudity. There are three purposes of this committee:

First – Pat C is the chair of the WINR group and I am an enthusiastic member. We would like to hear from anyone with questions about our club, the activities we sponsor, or concerns about participation. We are happy to discuss possibilities with anyone who would like to involve a female friend or family member in our activities. Pat can be reached by e-mail at busycouple@aol.com or Donna at dmc3726@sbcglobal.net .

Second – Some couples in our club are willing to meet with couples or women in a non nudist setting (coffee shop, dinner, etc), to discuss one on one what we are all about. We would be delighted to encourage a woman in your life to join you in our club. We are happy to explain how we feel about it and show that we are ordinary people (maybe just a little bit friendlier or more outgoing than the average). We are also happy to reassure her that the nature of the nudity is completely non- sexual.

Third – We regularly have special events aimed at women and their interests to encourage women to get to know each other better and socialize. These have included book discussions, spa days, pajama (less) parties, and crafts making.

There are many positive aspects to nudism for women. These include body acceptance, an opportunity to risk a new experience, and freedom to enjoy your nude body in a non-sexual atmosphere. Relaxation in nature and the friendship social nudism provides are additional benefits. We have videos from AANR and TNS, as well as pamphlets and articles on various women and how they discovered personal satisfaction and joy within the nude community. We would be happy to share these with you. I hope if you live in the northeast Ohio area, and have considered trying a nude experience, you will contact us.