What we’re about
The primary mission of Friends of Bates Beach (FOBB) is to maintain and legalize the traditional clothing-optional beaches in Santa Barbara County. We want to meet other like-minded people who want to help us with beach picnics and rallies and occasionally distribute literature in town.
A lot goes on in the background to allow us to sit at the beach on a towel. It is not really free.
We are a non-profit corporation and to cover our costs we ask for a $10 per year dues from our members, effective Jan 1, 2022. This is the price of one takeout meal per year! Larger donations are also appreciated. We thank you for your support.
You can pay on the home page of our website at www.friendsofbatesbeach.org, where you can also find more information about the group.
This meetup site will list many of the upcoming events, dinners, phone meetings, etc. We welcome all your first-time questions too, as we know you will probably have many of them!
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Sonya Memorial/Beach DayNeeds location
Our July Beach party will start, at The Pavillion.
From 11:30 am to 2pm, we celebrate the life of our Bates Beach ‘Mom’ Sonya Robinson. Sonya meant a lot to many of us, so you are invited to share some words of remembrance in celebration of her life. She was a vibrant force of nature that many of us loved and will miss. She loved Bate’s
Beach, The Naturist Society, SCNA, Marc, her wine, her cats,
and so much more. We hope to see you at the Pavillion at the
top of the trail at Bates Beach on July 19th at 11:30am.
Like all good wakes, we encourage you to bring a dish to share
with everyone there. Please enter the dish you’re bringing at
https://www.PerfectPotluck.com/FISL4633.
After we have lunch, those of you who wish can go down to the
clothing optional section and continue the festivities. Bring
your own chairs, bathing suits, AND water to make a day of
it. It's a mile down there. Remember that the anti-nudity law remains in effect even though we have a verbal assurance that we will not be bothered by law enforcement if we follow our behavior guidelines.
People removing their swimsuits do so at their own risk. Go as
bare as you dare! Your decision your choice!
No RSVP needed.
RSVP early to (818) 225-2273 or scna@socalnaturist.org
