I might have used “naturists” in the title, but that wouldn’t have harmonized as well with Pete Seegers's lyrics (“flowers” instead of “nudists”). But there’s not much difference in the two terms anyhow. And besides, there may not be many young people who’re sure who Pete Seeger was. That matters, as will become apparent.
This question has been on the minds of many naturists recently because of the potential loss of as many as four once-popular naturist resorts in California this year or next. DeAnza Springs Resort went textile just a few months ago. At least three other California naturist properties have gone on the market in the same period, leaving their future as naturist places in considerable doubt. The three are Lupin Lodge, Olive Dell Ranch, and Desert Sun Resort. Lupin, in particular, is a serious concern, as it’s been in continuous operation as a naturist haven since 1935, only about five years after naturism arrived in the U.S. It’s among the five oldest naturist resorts still in operation in the country. 🪐
Where have all the nudists gone?