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Gawking is impolite. If you want to go to the nudist beach for a thrill, do everyone a favor and buy a magazine instead.
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Ask for people's consent before taking their photograph nude.
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If you're sunbathing nude in a secluded area, leave a bathing suit on a rock to let others know they are approaching an unclothed person. If you're uncomfortable having your suit out of reach, bring a spare.
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On a wide open beach, position yourself in the open so you can see people coming and put something on before they get there if you need to.
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Get dressed before you leave the nudist beach.
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Be friendly, but respect others' rights to privacy.
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Avoid sexual activity. It's illegal and offensive.
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Advances of an unwelcome or unwanted nature are not acceptable anywhere, and especially at a nudist beach.
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Be Prepared. Sometimes, the nudist beach doesn't have any amenities. Bring water, food, towel, sunscreen and anything else you need.
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Keep the nudist beach clean. If you carried it in, carry it back out.
- Know what the law is.
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