Comments on THE YEAR IN PICTURES: The FavouritesTypePad2009-12-23T18:47:02ZToronto Starhttps://thestar.blogs.com/photoblog/tag:typepad.com,2003:https://thestar.blogs.com/photoblog/2009/12/the-year-in-pictures-the-favourites/comments/atom.xml/Rick Madonik commented on 'THE YEAR IN PICTURES: The Favourites'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d8341bf8f353ef0128769a43fd970c2010-01-02T03:02:42Z2010-01-02T03:02:42ZRick MadonikMy apologies if I left the impression Bare Oaks is a "clothing optional" environment. When I first phoned to inquire...<p>My apologies if I left the impression Bare Oaks is a "clothing optional" environment. When I first phoned to inquire about doing a photograph I asked if it was necessary I be naked. The decision was left to me and I chose to remain clothed. Stephane pointed out I would certaintly stand out from the crowd if I chose to remain clothed. I didn't mean to imply it is clothing optional, as Stephane writes. And for the record, I did feel quite out of place but not out of place enough to shed my attire. It was evident, from my viewpoint, those I encountered were quite comfortable going about their daily routine with only a pair of shoes on (and some sunscreen). Although I can admit I felt some admiration for their lifestyle, my comfort level never approached theirs.</p>Stephane Deschenes commented on 'THE YEAR IN PICTURES: The Favourites'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d8341bf8f353ef01287694cda5970c2009-12-31T17:16:00Z2009-12-31T17:16:00ZStephane Descheneshttp://www.BareOaks.caNice pictures! I'm glad to see that the Bare Oaks Family Naturist Park photo has finally been published. I thought...<p>Nice pictures! I'm glad to see that the Bare Oaks Family Naturist Park photo has finally been published. I thought that Rick had captured a wonderful moment last August. But I was saddened that the Star's management was so sensitive to public opinion. (a concern that I do not think was warranted) </p>
<p>Contrary to what the photo caption says, Bare Oaks is NOT clothing-optional. Nudity is very important to our philosophy and is therefore required if environmental conditions are favourable. To understand why, read: <a href="http://www.bareoaks.ca/Bare-Oaks/Why_nudity_is_required.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.bareoaks.ca/Bare-Oaks/Why_nudity_is_required.html</a></p>
<p>We did make an exception for Rick. We tried to talk him into it but he couldn't quite get there.</p>
<p>Lastly, we are naturists not naturalists. I think that most naturists would consider themselves naturalists. But the reverse is not true.</p>