I posted this all way back but figured this was an easier way for it to be seen and read.
Some helpful definitions:
Nudism
Nudism is the practice of being naked wherever it is allowed and accepted. The people who
practice Nudism are referred to as "nudists". In nudism, the focus is on the nudity and being
naked as much as possible. Some nudists also focus on getting others to live a clothes-free
lifestyle as well.
Naturism
Naturism is the practice of living a clothing optional lifestyle wherever society deems it
acceptable. Naturism is practiced by people who are referred to as "naturists". In naturism, the
focus is on acceptance of others where nudity is enforced as way of promoting body acceptance
and healthy living.
Nudist
A nudist is a person who practices nudism. A nudist will seek out locations for being nude just
for the sake of being nude. There is no true moral or ethical component to this lifestyle.
Naturist
A naturist is someone who practices naturism. A naturist will mostly seek out locations that are
natural with a focus on public lands and or beaches. A naturist lifestyle has core ethics and
values that one needs to adhere to in order for them to truly be called a naturist.
In America, the two terms are used interchangeably but that is a mistake. The main organization
for nudism in the USA promotes "nude recreation". Nude recreation by definition, is more of a
hobby or activity where people can and will be naked. While naturism (which is also the
preferred term in European countries) is more of a lifestyle choice, and the ethical roots go far
deeper than purely being nude in public.
Some helpful definitions:
Nudism
Nudism is the practice of being naked wherever it is allowed and accepted. The people who
practice Nudism are referred to as "nudists". In nudism, the focus is on the nudity and being
naked as much as possible. Some nudists also focus on getting others to live a clothes-free
lifestyle as well.
Naturism
Naturism is the practice of living a clothing optional lifestyle wherever society deems it
acceptable. Naturism is practiced by people who are referred to as "naturists". In naturism, the
focus is on acceptance of others where nudity is enforced as way of promoting body acceptance
and healthy living.
Nudist
A nudist is a person who practices nudism. A nudist will seek out locations for being nude just
for the sake of being nude. There is no true moral or ethical component to this lifestyle.
Naturist
A naturist is someone who practices naturism. A naturist will mostly seek out locations that are
natural with a focus on public lands and or beaches. A naturist lifestyle has core ethics and
values that one needs to adhere to in order for them to truly be called a naturist.
In America, the two terms are used interchangeably but that is a mistake. The main organization
for nudism in the USA promotes "nude recreation". Nude recreation by definition, is more of a
hobby or activity where people can and will be naked. While naturism (which is also the
preferred term in European countries) is more of a lifestyle choice, and the ethical roots go far
deeper than purely being nude in public.