this episode, I sit down with Edward, the creator behind The Nudist Diaries, to explore his journey into naturism and how it’s shaped the way he sees himself, others, and the world around him.

We talk about the role art plays in challenging society’s tendency to sexualize the human body, and how Edward uses his drawings to present nudity in a natural, everyday, and non-sexual way. We also dive into the culture and atmosphere of nude beaches, including places like Wreck Beach in Vancouver and Three Mile Beach in Penticton, and what makes each space unique.

Throughout the conversation, we touch on body acceptance, community, etiquette, and the importance of creating safe, respectful environments where people can simply exist as they are.

This is a real and honest conversation about breaking stigma, finding comfort in your own skin, and seeing the human body for what it truly is — natural.

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Resources

The Nudist Diaries – The musings and rantings of a Nudist in a world gone mad.

Sarah Hester – Naked in the Woods – Project Naked

Let’s Talk About My Latest Drawing – The Nudist Diaries

Let’s Talk About Why I Draw What I Do – The Nudist Diaries

Let’s Talk About Three Mile Beach – The Nudist Diaries

Get NAKED + Be Free + Be Kind

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In this episode of Hiking Without a Stitch, I sit down with Josh, the founder of NTX Bare Brotherhood, a men’s nude hiking community in North Texas.

Josh shares his journey into naturism, what led him to start the group, and how he’s building a respectful, non-sexual community centered around connection, body acceptance, and time spent naked in nature.

We also talk about what a typical nude hike looks like, how he prepares for group outings, navigating public lands, and advice for anyone curious about trying their first naked hike.

To learn more about NTX Bare Brotherhood:

https://www.ntxbarebrotherhood.com/

Get NAKED + Be Free + Be Kind

Follow the journey on Instagram: @HikingWithoutAStitch

In this episode, I sit down with my best friend to explore the intersection of outdoor culture, friendship, and respect for different perspectives on nature and self-expression.

We talk about hunting, backpacking, shared miles on public lands, and the community that forms when people spend real time in wild places together. This conversation dives into conservation, responsibility, and why protecting outdoor spaces matters so deeply to those who use them.

But this episode also looks at something bigger — how people with different comfort levels around non-sexual nudity and nude hiking can still coexist with trust, boundaries, and mutual respect. Not everyone connects with nature in the same way, and that’s okay. Real connection comes from honesty, communication, and allowing space for each person to show up authentically.

You’ll hear reflections on:

• Friendship built through outdoor experiences

• The role of community within hunting and public land use

• Personal growth and stepping outside comfort zones

• Body image and vulnerability in outdoor spaces

• Conservation and responsibility to the land

• Navigating differences while maintaining respect

This episode isn’t about persuading or proving a point.

It’s about connection — to nature, to people, and to shared experiences that shape who we are.

Whether you hike clothed, hike naked, hunt, backpack, or simply care about outdoor spaces, there’s something here for you.

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Get NAKED + Be Free + Be Kind

Follow the journey on Instagram: @HikingWithoutAStitch