History

The Southern Naturally Club started in 1959, we had grounds at Oreti beach, also Gore. 21 years ago the club bought grounds at Aparima approximately 10 km from Otautau, in Western Southland. We believe we are the southern most Sun Club in the world, yes it does snow in winter but summers are hot and sunny.

Facilities

The Club has made a home in the old school grounds there. The school itself has been converted into a clubhouse with kitchen attached. We have added to the site a two-roomed cabin that sleeps nine, a Miniten court, a swimming pool, an ablutions block, tent and caravan sites with power. The hearth from the old Masters house now serves as a BBQ / Spit roaster.

Local Interests

Our grounds provide a perfect base to explore the best part of the mainland. Lake Te Anau and its glow worm caves, Deep cove, power station, Doubtful Sound, The Percy Burn Viaduct. Riverton site of the first white settlement, Bluff the end of State Highway 1 and Stewart Island are all within two hours of us – not to mention world famous Milford Sound, which is only three hours away.   Add to this the best brown trout fishing in New Zealand, possibly the world and of course famous Southern hospitality. Really you could not want for more.

The club was officially reopened on 1st April 1999 so watch out we are coming back with a vengeance. This is due to a grant from the Percy Cousins Trust. Also other clubs, who helped clean up the grounds and get things running again, we thank them very much.

If you are a traveling nudist or wish to join our club, come and visit us in our peaceful and relaxed setting or just indulge in our local scenery on day trips.