About the Naturist Society

See TNS Mission Statement for more information.

At one time or another, most of us probably have wondered what it’s like to stroll down a sun-kissed beach clothed in nothing but a smile. It seems so inviting, so liberating...so natural.

Maybe you think that's something other people do. But you know what? Those of us in The Naturist Society (TNS) are those "other people"—and chances are we’re a lot like you.

Our thousands of members from across the U.S., Canada and beyond come from all walks of life. Single people, families, and retirees; teachers, construction workers, clerks and computer programmers; globe-trotters and homebodies... it doesn’t matter. If you share our underlying principle—body acceptance through nude recreation — you’re already a naturist at heart.

Maybe that’s why you’ve chosen this site. You’re curious about social nudity, but don’t know much about it. Maybe you skinny-dipped years ago and want to try it again. Or perhaps you just don’t like wearing clothes and wonder if there are like-minded people out there.

Whether you dream of carefree Caribbean islands, elegant European spas, backcountry hiking and hot springs, family-friendly resorts, or scenic beaches close to home, you’ve come to the right place. TNS can put you in touch with naturist opportunities across town and around the world.

Why? For the fun of it, of course. But that's not the whole story. At TNS we take the issue of body acceptance seriously. We view the nude human form for what it is: a gift of nature, dignified and worthy of respect, regardless of shape, size, age or hue.

If you agree with our mission, TNS is for you. As a TNS member, you'll be part of a community that has been actively promoting and protecting naturism for more than 20 years (for the complete TNS story, see the TNS history). Founded by naturist pioneer Lee Baxandall in 1980, TNS has always focused on naturism at the grassroots level. In other words, ours is a membership organization that takes its members seriously.

To find out more about TNS, click on any of the following:

MEMBERSHIP: Learn more about the benefits of Naturist Society membership and how easy it is to join. And be sure to check out our special student and senior rates!

NUDE AND NATURAL: Read excerpts from TNS’ Nude & Natural, a generously illustrated quarterly magazine that is home to everything from colorful first-person travel reports to scholarly articles on naturist history, culture and current legal issues.

THE SKINNY DIPPER SHOP: The source for all your naturist needs, from guide books and videos to beach towels and t-shirts.

NATURIST NETWORK: A complete listing, with contact information and links, of TNS-associated parks, resorts, clubs and member organizations, including member-organized Special Interest Groups (scuba diving, art modeling, amateur radio, and gourmet cooking are just a few of the hobbies represented).

NATURIST ACTION COMMITTEE/NATURIST EDUCATION FOUNDATION: A look at TNS’ non-profit legal and educational arms, leaders in the fight to protect and promote nude recreation.


Body acceptance is the idea...Nude recreation is the way.

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