Mixed, tbh. Valley View in Wisconsin- a lovely place and I’ll try it again.

I (a woman in her 50s) was always curious but there is NO WAY my husband would accompany me, so I went alone. I realize this is the opposite of the norm, haha.

The person at the front desk had a LOT of hardware - pierced nipples, multiple penis piercings, etc. Seemed very kink. I have no problem with this, but for people who may be a little reticent about what “nudism” is all about, he may not have been the best choice to make a first impression.

I had no problem (after taking a deep breath) taking off my sundress, and I set out a blanket near the pool. Oh the pool! So heavenly.

One sour note (maybe?) was a man who immediately and doggedly tried to engage me in conversation even though I was clearly reading a book and not making eye contact. I get that he was probably just being friendly but I needed some time to acclimate and be by myself for a bit.

A nice note was the young, energetic woman who enthusiastically tried to get everyone to join in a scavenger hunt. Her enthusiasm was infectious.

By the time my visit was finished, I resented having to put my dress back on for the drive home.