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Some Guidelines for Better Gatherings

The gay naturist movement is relatively new and this club is newer still, so the Steering Committee feels it appropriate to set forth some guidelines for the ways in which we come together. Some of the comments below grow out of the experience of older clubs and some are stated in our By-Laws.

The purpose and the principles of the club are clearly stated in the By-Laws of LIAHO, as well as basic policies and etiquette. This statement is intended to expand upon the By-Laws rather than change them.
Naturism or nudism embodies a large body of thought about the health benefit of being clothing free, about humans fitting into the natural environment appreciatively and carefully, about people coming to know each other in a more genuine manner without artificial trappings, and about developing personal confidence and mutual appreciation.
For gay men it is also an opportunity for us to make new friends and to strengthen the solidarity of the greater GLBT community.
Privacy
The By-Laws, section 3 c, state "The privacy of all members and applicants for membership is fundamental."
In addition to the regulation stated above, a participant should not at any time talk with friends or in public places about the names of specific people they may have seen at a LIAHO event.
This breach of privacy could be very costly to the person named. Please do not talk about people you may have seen at LIAHO events without their permission.
Sexual Activity
The By-Laws, section 3 f, state "LIAHO is a social club. Sexual activity is not permitted during club events. However, at the discretion of the host, at the conclusion of the formal club event, a separate "play" space may be provided, subject to parameters and guidelines that may be established by the Steering Committee. But all unsafe and/or non-consensual sexual activity is prohibited.
The Steering Committee would emphasize that in the event a host does a provide a "play" space, that men who attend will:
restrict their sexual activity to the designated play space and leave the public areas of the house (living room, dining room, etc.) sex-free.
wait until after dinner or the end of the event before engaging in sexual activity.
While sexual activity is one way for men to get to know each other and perhaps bond as friends, it is not one of the stated purposes or principles of the club, and sometimes it detracts from them.
Thoughtfulness toward your host
Your host has gone to some effort and expense to hold the event. Please bring a towel and sit on it to protect the furniture. Many hosts will cover their upholstered furniture, but please help in this manner as necessary.
Give your host a hearty "thanks!" for his hospitality.
Help with clean-up, etc. Let's leave the host's house as nice as we found it.
Touching
Being touched sends different messages to different people. Please be respectful of each other.

Adopted July 2, 2001