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- MEMembreJan 26, 2010
This last year I was watched by the Police when I was there. It was my third season at Bird Island. I kept a backpack near me and a swim suit. However, I had no problem although they watched me the whole LONG walk back. It is a sad situation and positive press would help. I hope it goes back this year the way things were. Friends of mine told me that they come by boat often but these were in a truck coming from the Sunset direction.
RéagirRépondre - MAmacnudeAuteur d'origineJan 27, 2010[quote]This last year I was watched by the Police when I was there. It was my third season at Bird Island. I kept a backpack near me and a swim suit. However, I had no problem although they watched me the whole LONG walk back. It is a sad situation and positive press would help. I hope it goes back this year the way things were. Friends of mine told me that they come by boat often but these were in a truck coming from the Sunset direction.[/quote] As you know, the dunes at Bird Island offer plenty of concealment for nude sunbathing without much chance of being bothered. However, it irks me to no end to have to slip into a bathing suit if I wish to take a dip in the ocean. I took the time, last summer, to speak with a Code Enforcement Official from Sunset Beach (the ones that patrol on the ATVs). He stated that they have no concern with the bathers on Bird Island. Their turn around tracks can be clearly seen in the sand. He further stated that anti-nudity enforcement was likely to come from the County Police in boats. I am not in the habit of resisting authority but I would like to see an end to this “witch hunt” on the beach. Bringing this issue to the forefront and influencing public opinion is the only option, I see.RéagirRépondre
- CH
Jan 29, 2010From: Bob Morton, Exec. Dir. of NAC
Thank you Cheri. NAC has a considerable history with Bird Island and is in contact with regular users of the clothing-optional beach there. We had seen the "news" article on the web site of WWAY-TV back in April of last year, when it was first posted. I'm afraid there's little benefit to be gained at this point by making anonymous online responses to a sketchy online story that's three-quarters of a year old.
Of course, I was pleased when I recognized the source of the portion of NC law that you posted. You are correct in noting that a First Amendment challenge to the NC law would likely be fruitless.
I suspect you'll be hearing more from NAC about Bird Island in the not-too-distant future. Meanwhile, can you identify any additional aspects that should be considered? I welcome and solict thoughts and comments from Erich and Carolyn, as well.
BobRéagirRépondre - MAmacnudeAuteur d'origineJan 29, 2010
While researching NC law to find a case to return Bird Island to clothing optional, I found that NC also has a law which makes it illegal to: Plow a Cotton Field Using an Elephant.
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