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Every National Nude Day, we get a lot of questions. Is it fun? How likely is it that my spouse will disown me? (Yes. Hard to say.) This year, we posed your top questions to our resident outdoor nudist funhog. Here are her answers.
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Dear Nature Nudist,

I don���t love the way my body looks. Is nude hiking really for me?

Best,
Nude and Prude

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Dear Nude and Prude,

For many people who struggle with body image, naked hiking can sound like a nightmare. For years, I was one of those people. But then I was invited on a naked night hike with some close friends, and I found it liberating in ways I never expected. Instead of being embarrassed about my body, I was able to see it in a new way: as a part of nature and as a vessel for all the joy and strength that I���ve been able to find through hiking. Hiking nude in a group can also be a beautiful source of perspective. We all have imperfections, and seeing and celebrating others��� up close could help you embrace your own.

You���ve got this,
Nature Nudist

Dear Nature Nudist,

I have sensitive feet, but I also don���t want to cheat my attempt at nude adventure. Does it still count as naked hiking if I���m wearing shoes?

Please advise,
Twinkle Toes

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Dear Twinkle Toes,

Yes, I absolutely recommend wearing shoes. And socks, bug repellent, and sunblock, for that matter. It also counts as naked if you���re wearing a backpack. Or a hat. Or a . As with any outdoor endeavor, safety is paramount.

But to be honest, I think you���re asking the wrong question. What really matters is not that other people think it ���counts,��� but that you���re pushing your own comfort zone and finding freedom and joy in the experience.

Stay safe out there,
Nature Nudist

Dear Nature Nudist,

I���m planning to #HikeBearNaked this year but don���t want to go alone. Are there nude hiking groups to join? How do I discreetly ask around without sounding strange?

Sincerely,
Em-bare-assed

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Dear Em-bare-assed,

First off, no one should be ashamed of doing things that bring them joy���and for looking to share that joy with others. That said, there���s a right time and place to ask other people to get naked with you. Your book club? Probably not. At a meetup group with other open-minded hikers? Much more likely. If you���re nervous about asking around, try checking online first. You can find local nudist hiking groups on Meetup.com or through the American Association for Nude Recreation.

Happy hiking,
Nature Nudist

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There���s nothing quite as freeing as taking a naked hike through nature. Unfortunately, nude hiking is forbidden according to many state and local laws. Inconsistent regulations, coupled with cultural biases against nudity, make naked hiking extremely challenging to navigate, leaving this niche community somewhat lost in the woods.泭

But Bear Naked Granola believes people should be able to enjoy nature in whatever way they please, even if that���s bare naked. That���s why this National Nude Day, Bear Naked Granola is fueling a freehiking mission泭to help naked hikers navigate au naturel and allow people to get as close to nature as they please.泭

In partnership with 窪蹋勛圖厙���s , the granola brand is encouraging nude hikers to review trails for nude-friendliness using a discrete emoji code system to evade those who oppose naked hiking. Nude-friendly trails are marked: . And non-friendly trails are marked: . Hikers who take up this #HikeBearNaked challenge are looking out for things like crowds, regulations, shade, poison oak, bugs, etc. to make their official determinations. Together, these trails make up America���s first (un)official nude-friendly trail system.泭

In addition to reviewing and mapping trails, Bear Naked is also coming to the aid of naked hikers with a tasteful new product innovation: The Bear Naked Belt. This newly engineered snacking gear is designed to help nude hikers avoid hunger and citations on the trails; they���re available to .

While most granola brands allow people to get out and enjoy nature, Bear Naked is truly taking things a step further by galvanizing the niche naked-hiking community and helping people ���get Bear Naked��� this summer���in more ways than one.泭

Visit to learn more, and download Gaia GPS on the 泭or on .

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If you���re thinking of taking time and layers off for this year���s National Nude Day, celebrated annually worldwide on July 14, we applaud your spirit and are here to help you do it right. What you want: a liberating and life-changing experience. What you don���t want: mosquito bites.

As you might expect, naked hiking is best done, well, carefully. That���s to abide by local regulations as much as for your personal safety and comfort���and that of other hikers on the trail. From warding off sunburn to carrying snacks without pockets, here���s what to keep in mind when hiking in the buff.

DO:

> Apply (and reapply) sunscreen. Dermatologists recommend a generous slathering, no matter your skin color. If your buns are of the pasty variety, opt for at least SPF 50. Resist the urge to draw a smiley face.

> Fuel and hydrate. It���s easy to skimp on snacking and sipping when you���re having fun, but there���s nothing more embarrassing than bonking and passing out naked on a trail. Drink plenty of water, and keep a bag of at the ready.

> Prevent chafing. Goodbye, compression undies. Hello, chamois cream, petroleum jelly, or anti-chafing gel.

> Check local laws and customs. Double-check local policies before you hit the trail, as many state and local land management agencies ban nude hiking. It���s also considered disrespectful to hike naked on some sacred tribal lands.

> Hike with friends. If you���re nervous about your personal safety, hike with a group of friends. This is a win for everyone: Clothed hikers usually take more kindly to groups of nude hikers than to solo nudists.

> Seek solitude. Duh, right? But that doesn���t mean you have to go rough and remote. Target an out-and-back trail and arrive early. If you���re the first car at the parking area, you can be sure to have the trail to yourself.

DON’T:

> Skip bug repellent. There���s nothing worse than getting nibbled in the nethers.

> Make it weird. If you run into a group of clothed hikers, resist the urge to run away, giggle awkwardly, or hide behind a tree. Just act normal. Be polite, keep a respectful distance when passing, and offer a friendly nothing-going-on-here hello.

> Hike on weekends. Fortunately, this year���s National Nude Day falls on a Friday. Take advantage���trails tend to be more crowded on weekends.泭

> Waltz through poison ivy. Ditto for thorns, poison oak, and stinging nettles. Know your enemy, keep an eye out, and squat with caution.

> Forget an emergency cover-up. If you do run into a group of clothed hikers, it can be helpful to have a bandana, wrap, or a pair of shorts you can quickly slip into. Pro tip: A fanny pack (or a ) provides quick cover in a pinch���as well as a place to stash your granola.

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