Family Nudist History

Family Nudist History

Author: Bare Oaks Family Naturist Park February 1, 2021 Duration: 1:05:10

What if you grew up hearing that your great, great, grandfather was known as Rudy The Nudie? That is exactly the experience of Evan Nix who was intrigued enough to start doing some research. He tells us the story of Rudolph Johnson who was a prominent nudist and president of the American Sunbathing Association (ASA and today known as AANR) in 1950-51. You will hear how his research took him from mere curiosity to active naturist participation for his whole family.

Links to items mentioned in the show:

  • Naturist Vintage Website
  • Naturist Vintage on Twitter
  • Naturist Vintage on Instagram
  • Naturist Vintage on Facebook
  • Thread Reader @NaturistVintage
  • Evan’s interview on The New Nudist podcast
  • Kimberly’s interview (Evan’s wife) on The New Nudist podcast
  • Western Nudist Research Library
  • Glen Eden Sun Club
  • American Nudist Research Library
  • Western Nudist Research Library
  • Rudolph Johnson History page ClothingFreeLife.com

Photo: Rudolph Johnson and his great, great, grandson, Evan Nix

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