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Life after cancer
Reece and Julie celebrate their new life our 250itohn edit
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Bronze cast sculpture: ‘Gifts of the Universe’ Artist: Isobel McBeath, Mahara Place, Waikanae PHOTO Michael P Moore gonatural 250 September / October 2019
NEW ZEALAND
for health & well-being
PUBLISHED SINCE 1956
September/October 2019 MAGAZINE OF THE NEW ZEALAND NATURIST FEDERATION INC
“Look up at the stars and not down at your feet. Try to make sense of what you see and wonder about what makes the universe exist. Be curious. And however difficult life may seem, there is always something you can do and succeed at. It matters that you don’t just give up.”
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The magazine for freedom lovers and those who embrace the naturist way of life characterised by the practice of communal nudity with the intention of encouraging self-respect, respect for others and the environment. The benefits of naturism are wide and varied, from health benefits to therapy; from getting close to nature and the simple pleasures of pure freedom. Let us show you how you and your body can benefit from the lifestyle that is nude recreation - or naturism. It’s good for your health. Measured sun exposure and vitamin D is very good for you. Naturism is more about doing normal, everyday activities, without the encumbrance of clothing and helps in prevention of many diseases from rickets to some forms of cancer (including melanoma), arthritis, osteoporosis, diabetes, asthma and cardiovascular disease. Mental health - being naked outdoors on a sunny day isn’t sexual, but it is sensual – a delight to your senses. Self Esteem - an increase in euphoria, naturism helps to increase confidence and self esteem. Lifestyle - experience the true ‘freedom’ of exposing your whole body to nature’s elements. Freedom - gain a sense of freedom when you remove the ‘entrapments of civilisation’. Recreation and Enjoyment - enjoy sports and many active pursuits.
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Life after cancer
Reece and Julie celebrate their new life our th 250io edit n
gonatural.co.nz PUBLISHED SINCE 1956
#250 Sept/Oct 2019 ISSN 2463-4743 NZ $10.50 Aust $11.50 OVS $12.25 Digital NZ$8
Naked young vets • Māori phallus chopped• Wainuiomata walk
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COVER Reece and Julie Hood at Katikati. PHOTO Michael P Moore BACK COVER Randy Mayer, Peka Peka Beach PHOTO Michael P Moore
Stephen Hawking
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his issue of gonatural magazine marks a milestone - it is our 250th edition! We first went to press in March 1956. I dedicate this issue to Randy Mayer, 1955-2019. I doubt the founders could have imagined how this journey would have unfolded. As editor, I’m a custodian and facilitator to help share, create and record our stories. In this cluttered and busy digital world, where all kinds of mixed, ill-informed and uneducated messages, often unchallenged, make it to the social media world, it’s more important than ever that we have our own voice to promote and celebrate what makes naturism so healthy. Our fellowship is very unique. Beyond our wildest dreams, communication has become more transparent in the last 20 years, yet ironically, people have become more and more prudish. As editor, I relish discovering the extraordinary in the ordinary often in the most unexpected places. Whilst I was a guest at BOP Naturists’ birthday weekend in Katikati, Glenne Findon introduced me to Reece and Julie. She insisted their story would inspire and warm my heart, and our readers, and she was right. I thank them for allowing us all experience such a special and traumatic journey to recovery and living life to the fullest against immeasurable odds. They’re an inspiration for us all. The life-blood of any magazine or newsletter is those who make the effort to share their stories, instead of criticise. Like those who hate their government, yet don’t vote. Writing of your own wondrous adventure, that will inspire a new generation, is a gift. Every experience is an opportunity. I understand that some just want to enjoy their private bubble. However those who have life stories to tell, that will encourage, inspire and help younger folk to try something different, are doing an invaluable service. Only those who have experienced this amazing feeling can tell others.
F O O R P
-Mike
Michael P Moore editor@gonatural.co.nz
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Brent Lewis, Cathy Sneyd, Reece Hood, Patrick Fotheringham, Daniel Copeland, Miss Bareall Massey Veterinary School, Soo Kok Hong, Conrad InskipTararua District Council, Horizons Reg. Council, ESPN Body Issue, Constance Gervasi. Purchase either the print edition via subscription post, or subscribe to the digital edition online. New Zealand’s national naturist magazine is published quarterly in March, June, September and December, by the New Zealand Naturist Federation Inc. Registered at the Chief Post Office, Wellington, as a magazine. Complaints against this magazine should be in writing to the editor. This magazine is protected by copyright. No part of it may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form by any means electronic, mechanical, photographic, photocopying, recording or otherwise without the prior written permission of the Editor. In our desire to present different points of view, gonatural will publish articles and letters which may not necessarily represent the opinion of the editor nor the policy of the New Zealand Naturist Federation.
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Congratulations on the photo of young female British travellers at Pohara Beach [Dec 2018 gonatural #247]. It is a marvellous picture, certainly the best depiction of the joys of naturism that I have seen. My only regret is that you did not make your brilliant pic the centrefold which would have made it easier to detach from the magazine and put on my office wall! I write as a lifelong naturist who has belonged to clubs in Britain and America, was an annual visitor to Alexandria Bay in Noosa until the puritan police arrived and been a supporter of the NZNF for 40 years. I do not belong to a club as I am lucky enough to be able to be naked in my garden and at a nearby beach but my partner and I remain paid-up supporters of Free Beaches NZ. Congrats again and keep up the good work. - David Barber, Waikanae The Taranaki Naturist Club have discussed imbalance of the content, particularly the pictures. These appear to be completely out of balance with obviously many more male and malemale pictures and also with club memberships. It is portraying a very unbalanced view of membership of the Naturist Federation. Potential members who have visited our club and browsed the magazines which are available for everyone, have commented that there is a very one-sided ratio of male to female, especially over the last three years. It has then been asked of our club: what our ratio of male/female is? The last magazine [#249 June 2019] displayed 74 males compared to 23 females, not including advertisements. The naturism logo is “for health and well-being” which the over displayed pics of so many males, does not seem to fit with the logo. We understand that the contents come from what is submitted BUT we are getting alerts that this is NOT what the majority wish to see. We give a shout out to more couples, families and females to submit more material for the magazine but also that the material submitted be censored to a more equal balance. - Mary Spackman,Taranaki Naturist Club The photos were all highly ranked entries in the photo competition [#249 June 2019], judged by two independent judges, certainly worthy of publication. Taranaki Naturist Club’s head count of
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genders...really? How petty can you get? I don’t think so! My count is a balance or 4 male, 8 female, 6 mixed gender. They are group photos for goodness sake, to be looked at as a whole. In the past, there have been complaints about the number of photos of females adorning the magazine and centrefold, so it is a nice change to see some blokes instead. What does their gender matter anyhow? Naturist philosophy is acceptance and respect for all. It appears that TNC regard males as unhealthy by their comment “the naturism logo ...displayed over pics of males”. Although they stop short of mentioning the word ‘gay’, it is implied and object to photos of groups of these men, who look quite healthy to me! Who is a partner of who, is no-one’s business. Those in the photos could all just be friends! Who says they are gay? And who cares? But what about the cover (and winning photo) of three ladies, sharing their love of naturism? It seems that that is OK to have three women in a group photo but not photos of a group of men doing the same thing. It sounds like TNC think gays are sick, unhealthy who we should all steer clear of! Homophobia and discrimination are still alive and kicking, and here’s me thinking that we had all grown up in New Zealand (especially naturists) and accepted people whatever their gender or sexual orientation. But it appears not, despite the Naturist Federation philosophy which states: Naturism is a lifestyle-choice based on the INF definition: “Naturism is a way of life in harmony with nature, expressed through social nudity, linked to self-respect, tolerance of differing views together with respect for the environment”. Yes, Taranaki can express their opinion, but not at the expense of the NZNF naturist philosophy. The editor can only use material which is sent in for publication and I can’t remember seeing any articles from TNC for years. I suggest to them that they should stop throwing stones and if they don’t like the content that is currently being submitted, they should stop moaning and send in some articles themselves. - Glenne Findon, co-ordinator, BOP Naturists
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Walking Wainuiomata’s water catchment
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Organ man’s penis envy........................... 6
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Nudity: The benefits.................................. 8
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COVER: Life after cancer........................ 10 Walking Wainuiomata.............................. 16
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Being free and solo................................. 20 Our centerfold ! ..................................... 22
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Naked vets to the rescue........................ 24 Defending our rights............................... 30
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Farewell Randy Mayer............................. 34 Miss Bareall writes ................................. 35 Around the country................................. 36
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NZ Naturist Directory ............................. 44 What’s on? - Calendar............................ 45
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