Dear Friends,

At the most recent committee meeting a question was raised "what is the Free Beach Group?" The best answer given was "a disseminator of information". A posh way to say most people join for the beach list. I couldn't help but wonder whether this was in actual fact the case. Do people join just for the beach lists or is it in the hope of getting in touch with, and hopefully becoming friends with, other like minded people who have found the joys and pleasures of feeling the sun, wind and surf on their bodies?

 

The only way I, and the committee, have of improving on the answer given above is if you tell us. Does this newsletter and the beach list provide you with what you want or would you rather see other, different or additional, information? Perhaps a more personal form of the diary "John Smith and Family plan to go to St. Leonards beach 21st Dec. - anyone wishing to join us please call..." in addition to the beach days. Maybe you would like to see more organised events: additional trips to Waiwera maybe, or perhaps the odd dance. Possibly you would like...

 

Well, how about it? If there are changes you would like to see or if you have an article that you would like to contribute please let us know and we'll see what we can do for YOU in addition to "just providing information".

 

I feel I've wittered on about that long enough now and I'll leave you with the good news that I'll be handing over these opening ramblings to one of the other news letter committee members for the next issue.

 

May Santa Bear be good to you.

 

90/91 SUBSCRIPTIONS: Unfortunately it's now the time for us to become the heavy mob. If you don't pay your 90/91 subscriptions soon this will be the last newsletter you receive. So,

PLEASE FILL IN YOUR YELLOW FORMS AND SEND THEM IN SOON

If you have already done so, thank you very much.

 

AUCKLAND SUN CLUB BARBECUE: The Auckland Sun Club has very kindly invited the Free Beach Group to meet them at Orpheus Bay, when we are having a beach day, on Sunday 18 November and afterwards to a barbecue at the club grounds at Oratia. Tea, milk and sugar will be available, also plates and cutlery. Sausages will be on sale. BYO salads and any other food and drinks.

Directions: From Orpheus Bay, drive back to Titirangi, turn left up the Scenic Drive and go about 3km. Turn right down Shaw Road to the bottom, then turn left up West Coast Road about 3km. Turn right into the entrance of Auckland Sun Club at 755A West Coast Road. Parking area on your right at the bottom of the drive.

 

 

 

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BEACH PHOTOS: We are needing photographs of beaches with nudists on them to go with our publicity articles in the N.Z. Naturist. All keen photographers are invited to come to our beach days, and we hope to have a good crowd of members to fill up the middle ground - no close-ups (to avoid the necessity of model release forms) - just a good-sized crowd of Fred Bares to show our enthusiasm.

 

RESCUE HELICOPTER FUND: The FBG has made a donation of $50.00 towards this worthwhile cause.

 

FBG ARCHIVES: We would like to set up an archive for the FBG. If you have material which you feel would be of interest (old newsletters for example) or can lend a hand organising or storing this information, please let us know.

 

ADOPT-A-BEACH: This campaign is still running strong and the more people involved the easier it becomes. We still have forms available if anyone is interested. As nudists we know you don't need reminding but remember "leave only footprints".

 

DIRECTORY: The 1991 revised edition of the FBG directory will be sent out to those members who have chosen to be in it with the January - February newsletter.

 

GREAT BARRIER ISLAND: We would still like to know more about the costs and facilities of this island from those who have been there.

 

SAUNA:

The Sunday night saunas are still going strong. So, come along, say "Open Sesame" and join the crowd.

 

PLACE:		Alladin's Bathhouse. 433 Richmond Road. Grey Lynn.
TIME:		Every Sunday from 5pm onward.
COST:		$6.50, includes free coffee, tea and fruit drinks.
SOCIAL NIGHTS:		Second Sunday every month: 11th November and 9th December. BYO and a plate.
RESTAURANT DINNERS:		Don't forget we occasionally go off after the sauna to wine and dine in a city restaurant.
CHRISTMAS PARTY:		On Sunday 9th December, we are having a barbecue. BYO food drinks etc. There is a barbecue on the premises and we hope that one or two members will bring in their portable barbecues along with fuel for same.

 

Alladin's will not shut down over Christmas and you can go there all through the holidays as usual. Hopefully we'll see lots of you there and we would also like to thank the management for their co-operation and hospitality.

Contact: John or Fran 565-219.

 

SOUTHERN HAWKES BAY: New member Hugh Bowles is keen to get a group going in Southern Hawkes Bay. and, welcomes interested locals to join him at the beach. Hugh recommends four beaches in this area: Pourerere, Blackhead, Porangahau and Herbertville, where he has a caravan and goes fishing. For information, please contact Hugh at 33 Thyra Street, Dannevirke, or phone 0653-46-238 evenings. He also has a 14' runabout based at Herbertville and would like a fishing mate for nude boat fishing, rock fishing and camping - weekends and summertime.

 

N.Z.N.F. RALLY: A reminder - to be held at Pineglades, Christchurch, from 28th December to 3rd January 1991. Please get your Registration Form from the Secretary.

 

COLOURING COMPETITION: We hope you enjoyed colouring Michael's drawing, even if you didn't send it in. Prizes - a new Fred Bear T-shirt - were awarded to Leslie Johnston of Tokoroa, Ingrid Teague of Rangiora, Debbie Caldwell of Auckland and Michael Lakomy himself, of Waikanae. In our latest beach list, the drawing has been printed in the middle, so out with those crayons and you can have a full colour centrefold!!

 

 

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KIDS' T-SHIRTS: If Santa Claus would like to pop a Fred Bear T-shirt into his bag of goodies this Christmas, these are available in all sizes 2-12 years for $5 each.

 

URETITI CAMP AT CHRISTMAS/NEW YEAR: From about December 22 until mid January.

This is a lovely place to get away from it all. Come for a day or stay for a week - or as long as you like!! Camp fees have gone up to $5 per person per night. Bring camp stoves or a portable barbecue if you can as we have heard a rumour that open fires and wood may be restricted. We will check this out at Labour Weekend.

Directions: From State Highway 1, 6km North of Waipu and 1km North of the golf course, turn right into the Uretiti Beach Recreation Reserve camping grounds.

Water taps, flush toilets, cold showers, fire places (see above). NO dogs. Supplies at Ruakaka, 3km further North. Contact: John or Fran 565-219 before Christmas.

 

RICCARDS: Apologies for the cold pools in August, the pumps broke down, but September went well and was enjoyed by the thirty or so that went. In future, if you are in doubt about this event please contact Jack or Val at the Hibiscus Coast Sun Club - phone number 0942-69-639.

These swim nights are held on the last Friday night of every month. Go to the last pool complex on the left as you drive through Parakai. Restaurant and takeaways available on the premises. Hosts: Hibiscus Coast Sun Club.

 

PLACE: Parakai Tourist Complex.

DATES: 26th October and 30th November 6 - 10pm.

 COST: Adults $4.50, children $2.80.

 

NOTE The 30th November will be a "break up" party night as this will be the last evening of the year. We'd love to see you there and you'll be able to choose from the fine selection offered by the Chinese Takeaway. Alternately, bring your own snacks and wine. Sorry but NO BARBECUES ARE ALLOWED.

 

COMMITTEE

 

Chairman	-	Tony Wilson	627-9726
Treasurer/Membership Sec - Jim Peddieson 559-730* (ask for Jim)
Secretary	-	John Riggir	565-219
Committee	-	Adrienne Jury	567-519
		Roly Brett	570-4719
		Fran Riggir	565-219
		Norman Antolak	465-094
		Dave Hobart	537-5443
		Colin Walsh	266_5667*
		Adrianne Caldwell	881-601
		Tom Lewis	418-1890
		Bernard Holibar	085-87-973

Local Contacts:	-	Doug and Peggy Ball	NU  067-33-393
		Bill Baine	WN  04-628-514
		Geoff Horn	WAE 058-35-192
		Wilf Tyrrell	CH  03-596-143
		Gerald Robertson	CH  03-348-3195
		Hugh Bowles	DV  0653-46-238
Roving Reporter:	-	Adrianne Caldwell	on safari

Please use numbers marked * with discretion.

 

DEADLINE FOR NEXT NEWSLETTER: 23rd November

Your January - February newsletter is due out before Christmas.

 

Good luck with your suntan and don't forget the sun cream.

 

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Ngatuhoa is our own special hideaway, deep in the bush of the Kaimai Ranges, where we gather every year at the end of January for a week of fun and relaxation.

 

The Lodge itself is set in a sheltered valley surrounded by native bush and waterfalls, which you can explore along the forestry roads or through bush tracks. The river gives us lots of fun, with swimming, river rafting, canoeing, a pool for high diving, a rope bridge, and even trout fishing. One of the highlights is our Annual Regatta, held on the canal. There is also a flying fox, an absailing cliff, and a rifle range.

 

Between times you can laze in the sun or play volleyball or FBG cricket. In the evenings we gather in the Lodge to linger over supper, play cards, or watch our own videos. Sometimes we go out to look for glow-worms or try out the Burma Trail. One night we have a Fancy Undress Ball, with prizes for the most ingenious costume. The theme this year will be "Beads and Baubles". On the Monday we head off over to Papamoa Beach for a splash in the briny. Please bring your Fred Bear flags this time, to welcome the ones who can't find us!

 

The Village Green is for games, sunbathing, and camping. Cars are no longer permitted to drive on this area, and those camping there are asked not to dig holes or ditches around their campsites. Campers who need to cook in the Lodge will be given preference for sites on the Village Green.

 

The main camping area is across the bridge opposite the canal, where there is a water tap and toilets, but no cooking facilities. Those camping here must make sure they have a torch, or two torches, spare batteries, and a spare bulb.

 

In order to cater for everybody, it will help if we know how many will be sleeping and/or cooking in the Lodge, and how many will be sleeping and/or cooking in their tents or campervans. Remember, NO CARAVANS can be taken to Ngatuhoa.

 

PLEASE FILL IN ALL THE DETAILS CAREFULLY ON YOUR BOOKING SLIP.

 

Sorry, NO DOGS OR CATS may be brought to Ngatuhoa - the rules have been changed.

Note also that there is to be NO SMOKING in the Lodge itself, a safety precaution.

 

Charles Saggers is offering rides in his minibus, with room for gear. Phone him on 817-5494 to book a seat.

 

For further information please phone Jim on 09-559-730* & ask for Jim.

 

CLOSING DATE FOR BOOKINGS - 14 JANUARY 1991.

 

 

 

 

 

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AUCKLAND DIARY NOVEMBER 1990

 

KAIPARA WEEKEND CAMP: Weekend 3rd & 4th November.

High tides 11.30am and noon.

As promised in our last newsletter here are the details. Come for the day or come for the weekend. White sandy beach, walks, good fishing. A secluded camping spot on the foreshore of the Kaipara Harbour, on a private farm. Water taps and pit toilets. A donation of $10 per vehicle per night please. No dogs.

Directions: From Parakai, follow the main South Kaipara Road 34 km to a T junction where Trig Road goes off on the left. Turn right and go 1.8 km to the farm gate. Turn right over the cattle stop into the farm entrance, between concrete side walls. Drive 1 km down to the camping area at the beach. Nearest petrol is at Helensville.

 

BEACH DAY AT ORPHEUS BAY: Weekend 3rd & 4th November. High tides 11.30am and noon.

 

Directions: From Titirangi, follow signs towards Huia, turn left at sign to Huia Point Lookout. Track entrance 200m along, in far corner of grassed parking area.

 

BEACH DAY AT MELLON'S BAY: Saturday 10th November. High tide 2.23pm

 

Directions: Drive almost to Howick, turn left at a reservoir at the top of a hill into Mellon's Bay Road. Park at the bottom of the road, walk east to the end of the beach. Swimming best at full to half tide.

 

ST. LEONARD'S BEACH OPEN DAY: Sunday 11th November. High tide 3.22pm

 

This beach day will be advertised as an open day. The last one was very successful. Several hundred nudists on the beach and our 'phones ran hot.

Directions: from Takapuna. drive south 2 km along Lake Road, turn left into St. Leonard's Road and park at the end. Go down steps to the beach and walk south.

 

BEACH DAY AT ORPHEUS BAY: Saturday 17th November. High Tide 11.2lam

 

Directions: To get there see November 3rd above.

 

ORPHEUS BAY OPEN DAY and AUCKLAND SUN CLUB BARBECUE.

 

Sunday 18th November. High tide 11.55am

The details of the barbecue are given elsewhere in this newsletter. This beach day will be advertised as an open day.

Directions: To get there see November 3rd above.

 

BEACH DAY ST. LEONARD'S BEACH: Saturday 24th November. High tide 12.56pm

 

Directions: To get there see November 11th above.

 

MELLON'S BAY OPEN DAY: Sunday 25th November. High tide 1.44pm

 

This beach day will be advertised as an open day.

Directions: To get there see November 10th above

 

 

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AUCKLAND DIARY DECEMBER 1990

 

TINOPAI WEEKEND CAMP: Weekend 1st & 2nd Dec. High tides 10.39am and 11.31 a.m.

 

A picturesque and peaceful holiday spot at Waipuna Point on the Kaipara Harbour, owned by FBG member Don Ovens. There is a large level area for camping, with more secluded camping sites on the grassy headland among pohutukawas and other trees, as well as some bunkhouse accommodation. Bush walks, beaches, fishing and sunbathing. Spring water, but water may be short if demand is too much. Outside toilet at house, or take a spade. Suggested donation $5 per vehicle per night. Petrol, cooker gas, minor mechanical repairs, store and Post Office agency all available at Tinopai.

Directions: Drive through Maungataroto, then turn off at Matakohe and follow the signs to Tinopai, 50 km altogether from Brynderwyn. Just past the school, turn left and drive 1.2 km past baches and into a cut-over forest, then turn right at a large letterbox marked "Williams". Go 500m to a gate marked "No Access Private Property". Drive through this gateway and park on the grass by the beach.

 

BEACH DAY AT ORPHEUS BAY: Weekend 1st & 2nd Dec. High tides 9.49am and 10.4lam

Directions: To get there see November 3rd.

 

BEACH DAY AT FITZPATRICK BAY: Saturday 8th December. High tide 1.06pm

Swimming best at full tide.

Directions: From Birkenhead go along Mokoia Road, turn left just past Foodtown into Balmain Road. Veer right just past the kindergarten and park at the bottom of the hill. Walk on about 10 minutes to a pretty little pine-fringed beach.

 

BEACH DAY AT TAWHITOKINO: Sunday 9th December. High tide 2pm

From Clevedon follow signs to Kawakawa Bay and drive on through the Kawakawa Bay Coast Road, past the boat club to a car park at the end of the road. Walk east over the rocks and up the ARC track beside the stream. Access difficult two hours each side of high tide. Beautiful beach, good swimming, fishing.

 

BEACH DAY AT ORPHEUS BAY: Saturday 15th December. High tide 9.53am

Directions: To get there see November 3rd.

 

BEACH DAY AT DYNAMITE BAY: Sunday 16th December. High tide 7.3Oam

Directions: From Clevedon, follow signs towards Kawakawa Bay, drive down a steep winding hill above the beach and park at the bottom. Walk to your left around the next point. Access difficult two hours each side of high tide.

 

BEACH DAY AT ST LENOARD'S BEACH: Weekend 22nd and 23rd Dec. 11.50am & 13.3Opm

Directions: To get there see November 11th.

 

BEACH DAY AT POHUTUKAWA BAY: Wednesday 26th December. High tide 2.45pm

Directions: Drive up the North Motorway, through the Sunset Road lights, and turn right at the end into Rosedale Road, at sign to East Coast Bays. Turn left into Carlisle Road at a roundabout, at sign to Long Bay 4 km. Follow the main road past the Torbay shops to the ARC park at the end. Park at the far end of the grounds and walk to the second beach along. Track over the cliffs if the tide is in.

 

BEACH DAY AT ORPHEUS BAY: Saturday 29th December. High tide 8.56am

Directions: To get there see November 3rd.

 

BEACH DAY AT POHUTUKAWA BAY: Sunday 30th December. High tide 6.2Oam

Directions: To get there see December 26th.

 

 

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	P.O. BOX 41-171 ST. LUKES AUCKLAND 3
	South Auckland Newsletter

NOVEMBER - DECEMBER 1990

 

"Summer is i-cumen in" sang the Britons of the Middle Ages in an atmosphere which was not only much less polluted, but also in a climate much less suited to nudism than ours is.

And Summer is a comin' here, where our climate will be suitable for perhaps the next six months. The newspapers have told us the Ozone hole has appeared a month earlier than usual. This means that while we go about our free beach activities, it behooves us to take all care possible to prevent skin cancer. It's "Slip, Slap, Slop" time again!

 

Try to choose a beach which has shade as well as sun. Unfortunately, quite a few of our "free" beaches are completely shadeless. This means beach umbrellas or, at the very least, hats and lots of sun screen (preferably at least Factor 15>. Remember, while Polynesians can get skin cancer, it is rare among them but fairly common among those with European ancestry.

 

Don't forget the meeting on 28th October at 14 Morrow Terrace, Pukekohe to discuss a diary for the South Auckland area.

 

6 - WAIKATO TIMES, TUESDAY, MAY 1 1990

 

 

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	P.O. BOX 41-171 ST. LUKES AUCKLAND 3
	WELLINGTON  NEWSLETTER

 

NOVEMBER - DECEMBER 1990

 

Adrianne, our immediate past secretary wrote recently in a letter to me that "the F.B.G. is the 'school' for nudism" that the nudist movement sun clubs and groups should be places "for learning body-acceptance."

I couldn't agree more. I should like to say that as a Sec. sch. teacher - now retired - I have always endeavoured to read widely educational issues, and from time to time I have jotted down quotable quotes. What one reads at times may seem to be trash but for others some fleeting or even enduring and meaningful value - at least for an aimed at future. The following quote among my many jottings I believe comes into the latter category, and hails from a forward thinking married couple - Drs Phyllis and Eberhard Kronhausen. It relates to the public acceptance of nudity in education. I quote:-

"Even physical education (and here we can reach down to the very young - and not so young children) renders it possible to introduce a certain amount of healthy social nudism in group swimming, gymnastics and other activities out of doors. Contrary to the general fears and prejudices in this connection, such practices, especially introduced early in life, would go a long way toward reducing unhealthy attitudes, false shame, and the now generally prevailing morbid curiosity concerning the nude body." End of quote, and containing food for thought.

On Sat. evening 29th Sept. a small number of alas only male members in the local area were able to make it to the W'ton Sun Club's Woodland Fantasy evening. A great time was had, and the sun club's hospitality was much appreciated.

 

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The WELLINGTON FREE BEACH GROUP OUTDOOR SCHEDULED LOCALITIES on the 1990-91 SUMMER CALENDAR
BREAKER BAY - Every 1st Sun. Oct. to March		Come down the main State Highway 1 motorway to the end in Wellington, than follow the signs out to the airport, making a right turn at the roundabout at signs to Airport - Strathmore - Seatoun. Turn left at sign to Seatoun (Broadway), go through the Strathmore shops, up the bill and through the tunnel. Turn immediately right into Ludlam Road, then 2nd right (Inglie st). Continue through a road cutting (Pass of Branda) and park at the bottom of the hill. Walk along to the far end of the beach. Sheltered in a north-westerly.
PEKA PEKA - Every 2nd Sun. Oct. to March		From State Highway 1, 4.5 kin north of waikanae, turn west into Pekapeka Road, 3 km to beach. Walk north about 1 kin, cross a stream and sunbathe in any suitable spot further on. If oar park is full, turn right Oct. to March into Paetawa Road, go about 300m, and take track from a broken gate through long grass, 300m to beach. No camping.
FITZROY BAY* - 3rd. Sundays Oct. to Dec. & March		From Wainuiomata, take the Coast Road 18 km to a car park on your right beside some sheep yards, at a bridge over the Wainui River. Walk over the bridge and up a track over the bill and down to the beach, about 20 minutes' walk. Exposed in a north-westerly. Access also from the end of Eastbourne Road by motorbike or bicycle.
URUTI POINT* - 4th. Sundays in Oct. & Feb.		Drive out towards Riversdale Beach, but turn right 3 km before the beach into the Homewood Road. Go 7km, turn left at sign to Uruti Point and drive 3 km along a dirt track, through three gateways. Dry weather track only. Park on tussock about 3COm beyond hay barn - beware of soft sand ahead. Walk 200m across the to a sheltered hollow in the dunes.
OTAKI FORKS* - 3rd. Sunday in Feb. - 17th.		From State Highway 1, turn east just north of the Te Horn Red Store at sign to Otaki Forks 16 km. Follow signs to Otaki Gorge Road, turn right and continue to the end of the road. Several walking tracks to secluded swiming holes. DOC camping ground. Water taps, flush toilets, open fireplaces, rubbish bins. Dogs permitted. Access also just south of the Otaki River bridge at sign to Otaki Gorge Road.
* Alternative Venues for latter 3 Localities above:-
1 RIMUTAKA FOREST PARK		Rimutaka Forest Park, halfway along the Coast Road. Water taps, flush toilets. No fires. Some secluded pools further upstream.
2 RIVERSDALE BEACH		Turn off State Highway 2 at Masterton into Te Ore Ore Road, 55 km to Riversdale. Drive to the far end of the beach settlement and park at the end of the road. Walking track 5Cm to beach. Walk south 5 minutes, or around the point. No access at high tide. Campground, store and petrol.
3 MANGAONE VALLEY		From the traffic lights in Waikanae, turn across the railway line and drive 4.5 km along the Akatarawa Road. Tern left into Ngatiawa Road, go 1 km and turn left again into Mangaone South Road, 5 km to the end. Numerous parking and camping spots along the river. No facilities. Access to the other end of the Mangaone Walkway through Mangaone North Road, off the Otaki Forks Road near Te Horo Red Store.
NB More DATES details later, Enquiries (04628514) MYSTERY 'STARKERS' TRAMP Sat l6th Mar On a SAT. Yet TO BE DECIDED UPON:- A NUDE CROQUET/GARDEN-PARTY/PICNIC

 

 

 

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	P.O. BOX 41-171 ST. LUKES AUCKLAND 3

NOVEMBER - DECEMBER 1990

 

Our group held another swim at Jellie Park pool, which was attended by 35 members and friends. Despite the cooler outside conditions that day, the barbecue was very nice. It was sad only a few stayed for this.

 

It was great to see Brian of Greymouth here again with us. It would be great to see other visitors come in and enjoy our outings with us - the welcome mat is out!

 

Arrangements are being made for a day trip to a farm in Scargill. One of our Free Beach members lives on this 30 acre farm and, whilst there is no swimming, there is plenty to keep everyone occupied. There's scope for the children to move about without coming into any harm. Further details of when we can make the trip will be advised when a suitable arrangement can be made.

 

Members should remember that with the summer days fast approaching, always wear hats and sunscreen as protection against the burning rays of sunshine.

 

Hopes are that the summer will be fun packed for the families who choose to enjoy the outings that have been arranged for them.

 

DIARY

 

November
3		Tumbledown Bay
4		Spencerville Beach
10 - 11		Waikuku Beach. Practice volley ball to challenge Waikuku
			Surf Lifesaving Club.
17 - 19		Christchurch Show Weekend at Camp Bay & Purau.
24		Exploratory trip to Ashley Gorge upstream of picnic area.
25		Spencerville Beach
December
1		Okains Bay
2		Waikuku Beach
8 - 9		Spencerville Beach
15 - 16		Waimak River. Contact Gerald 348 3195. Bring canoes, umbrellas, friends.
22 - 23		Woodend Beach
25		Fred Bare's day off
29 - 30		NZNF Rally at Pineglades. Hopefully a beach day in conjunction

 

If you have any queries please ring Wilf 596 143 or Gerald 348 3195

 

Directions to Scargill: Travel north on Main Road to Greta Valley Hotel. Turn left and travel to Scargill. Turn left again once over the Railway line and head for Waikari. Turn right into Woods Road (2nd on right) over white wood bridge. Go 2 miles up unsealed road to Gateway set in pines, with sign Scargill Hills. We are in the first house you come to. CONTACT: Jack & Helen McColl, Woods Road, Scargill, Ph. (050) 443-802.