Bone Island Bare It
All Weekend V KEY WEST, FLORIDA December
5-7, 2008 Key West is
frequently referred to as Bone Island. There are a variety of stories
explaining how that originated, but none of those are important for this
weekend. Some boosters in Key West have coordinated with local, gay-owned
businesses to create another incredible weekend getaway for gay naturists,
following the success of the first four semi-annual events, starting in
December 2006. Below, you
will find the activities for the weekend. For a general idea of what some of
them are like, see photos from December 2007! Questions? If, after
reviewing all the information on this page and linked sites, you have any
questions about Bone Island Bare It All Weekend, send an e-mail or call Dean at (305) 942-1369 with
your name, phone number (including area code), and the best time to reach
you. There is a
limited amount of lodging on site at New Orleans House.
For room reservations, call (888) 293-9893 or (305) 293-9800. If it
fills up, referrals to other guesthouses will be offered. For further
help with accommodations and local attractions, consult The Naked Concierge. Key West is
a very casual town, and even when you’re in an area open to the public,
something as simple as a sarong or bathing suit is considered completely
appropriate. Even for walking around town, to and from events, the dress
code is very liberal. If you have never visited Key West, know that it
is a very relaxed community with a live-and-let-live attitude. Schedule of Events (map) Friday, December 5,
2008 Daytime On your own Nighttime • 10
PM – ? Naked Bad Boys Party – Welcome meet-and-greet
cocktail party (cash bar) with a leather theme for all male nudists. The
venue is Island
House, 1129 Fleming St. $10 cover includes access to all spa amenities. Clothes check provided; bring only
the cash you will need. (Nude Event) Saturday, December 6, 2008 Daytime •
10:50 AM – noon. Gay and Lesbian
Historic Trolley Tour assembles in front of the Key West Business
Guild’s office at 513 Truman Ave (between Duval and Center Streets). Reserve at (305) 294-4603, and
mention Bone Island Bare It All Weekend for a $5 discount (20% off regular
fare). Be on time! Capacity: approximately 40. (Clothed Event) •
Noon – 5 PM. Pool party at Bourbon St. Pub Garden Bar – no cover;
cash bar. Volleyball, swimming, barbecue ($5 per plate). Best Buns contest (au
naturel or decorated) mid-afternoon. (Nude Event) • 5
PM – 7:30 (-ish). Nude pool tournament at Saloon 1, 801 Duval Street
(in back of 801 Bourbon
Bar) – no cover; cash bar. Bring a bag for your clothes. (Nude Event)
• 7
PM – ? Key West Holiday Parade kicks off on lower Truman Avenue (US 1)
and continues down Duval Street. (Clothed Event) Sunday, Dec. 7, 2008 Daytime • 9
AM – noon. Shop naked at Graffitti (sic) Menswear, 701 Duval St.
Complimentary mimosas and pastries, and storewide discounts. Clothes check provided; keep your wallet
with you — you’ll need it! (Nude Event)
•
Noon – 6 PM. Lazy Day pool party at Bourbon St. Pub Garden Bar
with hangover drink specials – no cover; cash bar. Volleyball, swimming,
barbecue ($5 per plate). (Nude Event) Nighttime • 6
pm – ? Traditional Tea Dance at Bourbon St. Pub and Garden Bar &
Pool – no cover; cash bar. (Clothed Event) NOTE: All designated Nude Events are clothing-optional for any shy
friends you may bring. * ALSO AVAILABLE: There are gay, clothing-optional,
daytime sailings on the blu Q on Friday and Saturday, but without a discount. In addition,
Captain Steve offers a wonderful (albeit clothed) sunset cruise. Book online
or call (305) 923-SAIL (-7245). Acknowledgments: To Dean Townsend of Doug Mayberry Real Estate
for his initiative, dedication, and hard work in bringing together all the
elements of this remarkable gay naturist weekend in fabulous Key West; to Bourbon Street Pub
(and the associated Saloon
1) for their flexibility and cooperation in providing a welcoming venue
for all but one of the nude parties (and to Island House
for that additional one); and to the Key West Business Guild, blu Q,
and Graffitti (sic) Menswear for agreeing to group discounts to make this
experience as broadly affordable as possible. |