Thursday Beach Visits to Continue until Mid-October

Depending on the weather, members of Friends of Bates Beach will continue to invite local nudists to join them in the designated area of the beach on every Thursday,

at least through mid-October. Someone from the group usually gets there after noon and many others may straggle in as late as 2 p.m. Don’t come before noon. Look for the flag planted in the sand and join us there!

Except for the dog walkers, there were few beachgoers on the north side of Bates now, as this is the off season. However, we ask people to people enjoy the beach responsibly. Always carry a towel with you for covering up if you go for a stroll toward the pier. Cover up if others walk past, especially families. Avoid the seal sanctuary near the pier.