Nude Hiking and Soaking in the Pacific Northwest: 17th Annual Bare Buns Fun Run (West) is this Sunday

Thursday, July 17, 2008

17th Annual Bare Buns Fun Run (West) is this Sunday

Sunday, July 20th, 2008 11:00 A.M.
CLOTHING OPTIONAL 5K FUN RUN & WALK
Be Brave, Be Tough, Beat the Mountain in the Buff

The Annual Bare Buns Fun West is sponsored by Fraternity Snoqualmie. It is a 5K (3.1 mile) Trail Run/Walk on beautiful Tiger Mountain. The challenging course runs over unpaved road, with a short section of cross country. Up hill to the turn around and back downhill. If you find the risk of sunburn challenging enough, the course is a serene walk through the forest.

Clothing Optional Fraternity Snoqualmie sponsors this race, but that doesn't mean you have to leave your clothes at the gate. "Clothing Optional" means just that; it's your option. You don't have to run nude, however this race will have many nude participants and officials.

Guests Welcome
Guests can cheer you on from the sidelines and stay to enjoy the incredible facilities the entire day with you! Please see the registration form for more information. Anyone (members or not) can begin camping on Friday and participate in the Saturday dance, karoake, and pasta feed.

No Cameras or Video Recorders!
Fraternity Snoqualmie permits cameras for staff and press only. All unauthorized cameras will be confiscated and returned after the event minus film.

Directions/Parking
Take Exit 15 West off I-90 (State Route 900), turn left at Newport Way NW. You will be required to park your vehicle at the Tibbetts Valley Park & Ride. A regularly scheduled shuttle service will run between the Park n' Ride and FS. Access to the event site will be closed to any vehicles with less than three (3) persons. Please contact FS if you need a handicap pass.

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FRATERNITY SNOQUALMIE PARK FORESTIA
Fraternity Snoqualmie is a member owned cooperative, incorporated as a non-profit organization with the state of Washington since 1937. It's location, Park Forestia, is located on Tiger Mountain just a half hour from Seattle.

FACILITIES
All runners, walkers and guests are invited to use our hot tub, full size pool, sauna and enjoy our expansive sunning lawn after the event. There is also a wading pool and playground for children, volleyball court and basketball court. There will be plenty of food and drink available, including espresso! Our store, Bare Essentials will be open with plenty of sunscreen, t-shirts, books, and other fun items for you to purchase. Bring a towel, plenty of sunscreen and enjoy the rest of the day at Park Forestia.

CAMPING: GET SOME SUN!
We are encouraging you to take advantage of our expanded camping facilities on race weekend. It is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors, naturally (no luggage worries). Children under 18 are free with parent or guardian. We have showers and rest rooms available so bring your tent and spend the night. Camping fee is $12 per adult, per night.

At the Finish

Take an opportunity to go skinny-dipping in our crystal pool, while race results are tabulated. The top three winners in each age/sex category will be presented an award plaque.

T-Shirts

All pre-registered runners will receive T-shirts. If necessary, T-shirts for "day of race" entrants will be distributed within two weeks following race. There may be a limited number of T-shirts available for purchase in the store, on race day.

Security

Staff Security will be on the grounds to stress park rules and to assist participants and campers. There will be staffed storage for your clothing, etc. Bring a towel to sit on and respect the rights and space of those around you. This is a family park so please behave appropriately.

Parking & Shuttling

The road to the park will be open only to cars of three (3) or more persons until after the race. All cars should park at the Tibbetts Valley Park & Ride. Anyone attending the event who did not camp overnight will be shuttled to and from the Park & Ride. Shuttles begin boarding at 8:00. Return shuttles will run on the hour between 1:00pm and 4:00 pm. Allow enough time, get to the Park & Ride early!

REGISTRATION
Download the BBFR West entry form as a PDF (2008 version)

Fees

Entry Fee $25 before day of race or $30 day of race and includes a one day membership. Camping fee is $12 per adult, per night. Guest fee is $15 per adult (over 18) for one-day membership. Mail: Please make checks payable to and mail to: Fraternity Snoqualmie (BBFR) PO Box 748 Issaquah, WA 98027 The Wreck Beach Bare Buns Run/Walk is part 1 of the 8th annual "Buns-Across-The-Border" celebration of Naturism.