Policies

First, if you’re new to social nudism, read about Nudist Etiquette.

Fun & Safety

  • The most important parts of every HCN event and gathering of nudists are to enjoy the freedom of social nudism in a safe and fun environment.
  • You will be respected at HCN events, regardless of your race, ethnicity, country of origin, religion, physical sex, gender expression or identity, age, disabilities, military status, pregnancy status, or non-sexualized body jewelry.
  • Our club organizers and event hosts strive to provide environments free from harassment, unwanted attention, sexual conduct, impaired intoxication and any other distraction from the simplicity of having fun and being nude.
  • An official Code of Conduct has been established not only for the advisement of our members and all those attending HCN events, but also to ensure that if an incident does occur, there are obvious communication channels to notify HCN club organizers and that the incident will be handled quickly, thoroughly and without possibility of retribution.

Code of Conduct

HCN is dedicated to providing a fun, safe, comfortable, and harassment-free experience for everyone. We do not tolerate harassment of event participants in any form. Event participants violating these rules may, at the discretion of the HCN Board, be warned, sanctioned or expelled from the club without a refund. Furthermore, all members and prospective members of HCN will be required to read, understand, and agree to all policies set out in this code.

Comfort is often seen differently by varied people. In order to provide the most comfortable environment for all people at HCN events, we are providing this list of some behaviors that are unacceptable at HCN events, even if they are acceptable in other social situations. This list contains examples of some unacceptable behaviors, and is not exhaustive:

  • Give ample time and physical space to new members especially, allowing them to gain comfort with the membership and experience of social nudity
  • Do not attempt to hug or touch another member’s body or possessions in any way without first asking
  • Do not physically block or otherwise restrict another member’s physical freedom
  • Do not stare at other member’s bodies; instead, maintain eye contact during conversations and refrain from staring at members from afar
  • Do not “hover” next to other members’ conversations beyond a minute if you have not been invited; move along until you are invited
  • Do not close any doors at a club event separating any other member from the rest of the crowd
  • Do not assume a level of comfort or intimacy with another member without discussing it, regardless of how long you have known them
  • Do not make sexual jokes, innuendo, or suggestions to any member
  • Do not discuss other members’ bodies, sexuality, age, race, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity
  • Do not allow alcohol consumption to impair your social or physical judgment
  • Respect other members’ social limits—some of us are extroverts and others introverts; give introverts space at club events and let them approach you
  • Pay attention to social cues and body language to look for member discomfort, and move away if you see it

Harassment includes, but is not limited to: offensive verbal comments related to biological sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, age, religion, deliberate intimidation, stalking, following, harassing, unofficial or unwanted photography or recording, uninvited, unwanted or inappropriate physical contact, and any sexual attention or activity. Participants asked by any member to stop any harassing behavior are expected to comply immediately.

If an event participant engages in discomforting or harassing behavior, the event organizers or hosts may take any action they deem appropriate, including warning the offender or expelling them from the event. If you are being harassed, notice that someone else is being harassed, or have any other concerns, please contact a event organizer, host or a member of the HCN Board immediately. All reported behavioral issues will be reviewed by the HCN Board and noted in official club records.

Photography Policy

HCN is acutely aware of many members’ and event participants’ varied preferences around being photographed in the nude. Only official HCN event photographers with official tags on their cameras will be allowed to take general photos of attendees at HCN events. Any participant who wishes not to be photographed can notify the photographer or the HCN President at any time before or during an event to both prevent future photos and request the deletion of prior photos at that event.

At larger events like our annual Boat Party or Nude Bowling, HCN may ask that participants select a colored wrist band based on their photography preference:

  • Green: All official HCN photos welcomed and fit for printing into the internal HCN newsletter.
  • Yellow: Official HCN photos must be taken only with prior permission from the subject.
  • Red: No photos allowed of the subject.

No official HCN photos will be shared with the public; only distributed as part of our members-only newsletter or members-only website. Any deviation from these rules or special permission will be through mutual agreement of all subjects in a photo and the HCN Board.

Firearms Policy

Pursuant to Title 7, Section 30.06 and 30.07 of the Texas Penal Code, HCN does not allow the presence of firearms, openly carried or concealed, regardless of permit status, in members’ homes or at official club events. Please secure any and all carried firearms at home or in your vehicle before coming into an HCN event.

In this, our focus is on simple firearm safety as well as respecting the fact that we are often guests in our members’ homes. At any nude event, a firearm left unattended is not secure and could be accessed by anyone. This is in violation of generally accepted firearm safety principles. Respecting our members’ homes and their preferences for their guests is equally important.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: If I am friends with another HCN member and we make sexual jokes when we spend time together outside the club, can we still make those jokes at club events?
No. Our club events are set up to be as comfortable as possible to all attendees. In family-friendly nudist environments, sexual jokes or innuendo are inappropriate and unwelcome.
Q: If I recognize someone I know from outside of HCN at a club event, can I tease them about their attendance?
No. Again, to ensure the highest level of club member, guest & prospect comfort, we expect polite, adult behavior from all event attendees and will not accept social pressure or embarrassment such as teasing.
Q: Can a group of my friends and I take a photo of ourselves at a club event?
Yes, if everyone in a photo has explicitly consented and there are no other members shown in the photo, you may discreetly take such photos.