Naturist news from the Alentejo, Portugal, October 2008.
Pica-pau.
We frequently hear the sounds of woodpeckers tapping on trees close by. If we are lucky, we can even catch sight of one of these elusive birds. Recently, the gentle sound of tapping on wood has been closer at hand, on our patio and in our olive grove.
A guest, Mike from England, who stayed with us during a walking holiday in October 2007, wrote “Can’t wait to come back.“ in our visitors book. Apart from walking, one of Mike’s hobbies is wood carving. He felt that Naturest would provide him with an ideal setting to do some carving. He returned this September to do just that.
“Carving
in the olive
grove.”
We provided Mike with a portable work-bench, which he was able to set up anywhere in our grounds. He brought his own tools and a couple of projects from England. During his stay here, he selected some pieces of olive wood, which we are now storing in a dry place until his next visit, when they should be seasoned and ready for carving.
“A
shady spot on the patio.”
(Pica-pau is Portuguese for woodpecker.)
Beach trips.
We don‘t often get the opportunity to visit our local naturist beaches. Either we are busy doing all the jobs around the house and grounds or we would prefer not to have to put on clothes for a journey to the beach.
“Malhao from
the dunes.”
However, when guests do not have their own transport, we occasionally arrange a trip to one of the local beaches. There are three official naturist beaches, and several where nudism is tolerated, within about one hour’s drive from Naturest. Recently, we made one such excursion to Praia do Malhao. A short walk through the dunes from the northern car park brings you to vast expanse of golden sand, where naturism is accepted.
“Too much surf
for a dip!”
It was a glorious day for a comfortable time on the beach - a little cloud, no breeze. The sea was a little rough - better for surfing than bathing.
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