What can I expect at Avatan?
All guests and members are subject to a mandatory background check prior to being admitted to the grounds. This is necessary to ensure the safety of all our friends and family while on the grounds.
First-time visitors are oriented to camp with a guided tour from our friendly volunteers. This is a nude tour, to help you get an accurate feel of what makes Avatan so special!
Expect to be greeted by everyone you come across. Friendliness is part of what makes social nudity so pleasant, when there is nothing to judge your fellow human by other than their sparkling personality!
Wait, is this a nude camp or a clothing-optional camp?
Clothing is optional throughout the campground, but nudity is required for everyone in the pool area (provided children are potty trained, otherwise a suitable swim diaper is required).
What’s there to do around here?
Join a game of farkle, bingo at the pool, or get your sweat on with volleyball, petanque, or pickleball! Our friendly members would love to teach you the ins and outs of a new activity if you’d like to try something new!
If you’re more interested in keeping cool in the pool, expect to meet a LOT of new friends! We pride ourselves on being some of the friendliest folks in the Midwest, and you’ll probably get more than one invitation to drinks on someone’s deck.
What is proper pool etiquette?
Keep it clean! Showering before getting into the pool is required. There are multiple outdoor showers stocked with body wash around the pool area, in addition to an interior shower in the clubhouse. Getting into the pool clean is part of what keeps our pool so wonderful all summer long! We appreciate your help in keeping our pool and hot tub sparkling!
What should I bring?
At least one towel per person. Having a personal towel to sit on is proper nudist etiquette. An additional towel can be helpful to drying off after a dip in the pool in cooler weather.
Snacks and beverages in unbreakable containers. Check our events calendar to see what events may be taking place during your visit, and pack accordingly. Saturday’s usually feature a volunteer-run burger and hot dog grill out with chips and a drink for a small cost. The Clubhouse features a full kitchen where you can prepare any meals during your visit.
Sunscreen is essential, and bring more than you might think you need, as our oft-repeated catch phrase of “No tanlines!” means you might get burned in some sensitive spots!
All activities and events are open to guests during their visit. You are our welcome guest, so you don’t need to bring anything, just yourself (and your towel!)!
Privacy
Our grounds are photo and video-free, as a matter of safety and privacy. Thank you for respecting this, as violation is grounds for removal.
Smoking
You are welcome to smoke in designated areas around the grounds. Thank you for disposing of your remains appropriately.
The Erection Question:
What if I get an erection?
There’s actually not much likelihood of that happening. Nudism is not sexual in nature, and especially so at a family camp environment such as Avatan. This creates an atmosphere of community, authenticity, and freedom that allows you to meet others in the most judgement-free manner possible. For those who are looking for an erotic, adults-only experience, we respectfully ask that you look elsewhere, as locations do exist for those activities.
What to do if one happens?
Cover up, take a shower, or take a walk until the situation resolves itself.