In this episode of Naked Age, we journey to Sky Farm, the oldest continuously operating nudist club in America, and uncover its remarkable history. Founded in 1932 by a group of German immigrants led by Kurt Barthel and Bill Meyer, Sky Farm became a sanctuary for freedom and community. Through a rare archival interview and vivid storytelling, we trace its roots, the challenges it overcame, and the legacy it continues to uphold as a living testament to the nudist movement.
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Links from this episode
Sky Farm Official Website: www.skyfarm.com
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Show notes
Episode produced by Evan Nicks.
Music in this episode was sourced and licensed from Envato Elements or the Independent Music Licensing Collective (IMLC).
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Clips
“029 Bill Meyer - Sky Farm,” courtesy of the American Nudist Research Library
“Sky Farm Nudist Club” - Uploaded by NJ.com, Aug 12, 2008
Thumbnail: Original image of Kurt Barthel riding bare on a tractor, courtesy of Sky Farm.
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