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GTA Tripping: Hanlan's Point Beach

Posted by Christopher Reynolds / June 20, 2009

Hanlan's Point beach torontoIf you're in the market for penis watching, there's no better place than Toronto Island's Hanlan's Point Beach. Given that I am a hetero-identifying (and sometimes -defending, owing to my neat appearance and pretentious parlance) male adult, the penises on my recent trip there were merely marvels, like picking up a rock in the forest and seeing something wacky crawling underneath.

And boy, were they wacky (not that I was looking, really!). Long-ball Larrys, a few tubby micro-types (why is it always the overweight dudes doubly cursed with the micro penises?), and one or two stallion-like bros flaunting kielbasa numbers that shamed my pants back on. My friends, however, had no shame, as you can see from this week's lead photo. And that's really what Hanlan's is all about: no shame, freedom from society's conventions and perhaps freedom from your own.

Hanlan's Point BeachStanding nude in the middle of the city didn't feel so much like I was free from my conventions, but more like I was displaced from them - my conventions in a refugee camp, alone and shivering in far off lands. I am rather used to standing around, getting a tan, chatting with my friends and cracking jokes about genitalia. This is what I do. Here the activities were the same, but just slanted a little, like being on drugs. Or waking up in someone else's body, Freaky Friday-style, and going about your day as normally as possible. Or waking up in someone else's body and then taking drugs: Freakier Friday.

I only lasted a few minutes in the buff unfortunately. Several converging forces put me off. First there was the odd kielbasa-dong, as I mentioned. Then there was the requisite lingering loner, a perhaps-interested dude hanging around us a little too long and doing the double-, triple-, quadruple-take. This kind of behaviour might make ye average homosexual feel uncomfortable, and so vag-fan me was squirming, chanting silently, "no-homo, no-homo!"

The last straw that sent me back to Prudeland was noticing that, for some reason, most of the people sitting near us were fully clothed, and then there was us, an island of white blazing nakedness among them. This was when we realized that we were standing well outside the designated clothing-optional area. Here we were, congratulating ourselves for being naturists, when really we were a pair of streakers and a flasher.

Other rules of etiquette (which are available in the form of printed pamphlets offered by the Hanlan's Beach Naturists) we broke included: a) no taking hilarious set-up photos where the CN Tower looks like it's your member and b) no feeling uncomfortable.

Everyone else on the beach was well in accordance with the rules, and seemed like poster-people for the naturist cause. It was ninety-nine percent men, of course, most of whom were older and all of whom seemed remarkably in their element, despite, you know, being naked in public.

Hanlan's Point Beach SignThe beach itself was really impressive, well groomed, and offering a number of exotic games. Most of these consisted of wooden and metal object and occasionally balls tethered to poles. They were all European in origin and made no sense to me whatsoever, which is fitting as the nudist thing pretty much falls into that category for me as well: weird and European.

Being socially awkward even in a snowsuit, I couldn't bring myself to interview anyone on the day. Luckily, while sitting at Ronnie's in Kensington Market a couple days after the trip to the beach, I met a woman who described herself as a regular. More than a regular, even. She said that Hanlan's Point beach is what keeps her in Toronto, and that she values it above all else in this city. I joked that she was probably the only woman in town to say that, but she said that there are many women and families that go there. I asked if she'd ever had any problems or drama there. She said that mostly not, but complained that sometimes she's accosted by single men, and has had to leave once because of it.

As the sun was setting on Hanlan's and we re-clothed, my friends listed the items they'd bring with them next time: a cooler of beer; much, much more sun screen; mirrored sunglasses. I, on the other hand, was just glad the experience was over and I could go back to my regular life of not knowing, but always imagining, what every person that walks past looks like naked.

Dev at Hanlan's Point Beach

Photos by the author.

Discussion

137 Comments

Kenny / June 20, 2009 at 09:34 am
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Was there any doubt that Hanlan's Point was any different from that nude beach scene in Eurotrip? I don't think so.

I tip my hat at thee fine sir. You definitely have more cajones than you say/think... and thank you for including a pretty girl in your photos... the female form is definitely more visually pleasing to the eye.
jeff / June 20, 2009 at 12:37 pm
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Just FYI, there's a not-so-subtle difference between a Naturalist and a Naturist.
Thom Fynn / June 20, 2009 at 12:39 pm
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This is, to my mind, the funniest one of these you have written yet. Keep 'em rolling off the presses that are your finer tips and frontal lobe. I for one, and for the record, was totally in my element.
Briony / June 20, 2009 at 01:37 pm
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This is one of my all-time fave blogTO posts. Well done, sir.

Oh, fun fact of the day: the reason why a lot of fat men tend to have microphalluses? (Microphalli?) Sure, some of 'em are born that way, but when they're quite overweight, the gravity and heft of their massive gut actually yanks back on the internal bits of the wang, pulling the peen back into the body a little bit.

That's why when fat folks lose weight, there's the bonus of a bigger dong. Win-win!
Christopher replying to a comment from jeff / June 20, 2009 at 01:42 pm
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D'oh! Right, I definitely didn't see anyone toting Schmidt boxes and small wicker cages last weekend. Fixed! :)
Christopher replying to a comment from Briony / June 20, 2009 at 01:43 pm
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Haha, thanks! And you've convinced me: I'm off beer and nachos for good.
Corina replying to a comment from Briony / June 20, 2009 at 01:57 pm
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I agree, GREAT POST! I haven't been to Hanlan's yet but have always wanted to go... now if I can just convince my bf to drop the trunks...

And in regards to fat well with small endowments... perhaps the societal fascination with large penises causes them to feel inadequate, and thus they don't tend to stay in shape/maintain a healthy physique?

Briony replying to a comment from Corina / June 20, 2009 at 02:47 pm
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I'd think that those with small endowments would work twice as hard to have a rockin' body to make up for any muffled-giggle-inducing size below-the-belt.

You may not be able to enlarge the dick, but you can shrink the gut!

Either way, it's what you do with it that counts.
Justin / June 20, 2009 at 03:58 pm
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i wonder what the policy is on accidental erections... can you get kicked off the beach for having an involuntary physical reaction?

though to solve this one need only glance in the wrong direction to be in direct line of sight with some cottage-cheese man ass.
Nudist replying to a comment from Justin / June 20, 2009 at 06:26 pm
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Just roll over on to your stomach. However, if you insist on flaunting your "accidental" erection, someone will call the police.
Bry / June 20, 2009 at 07:08 pm
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Regarding flaunting--Maybe not encouraged right on the beach, but when I first moved to Toronto and some friends and I were checking out Hanlan's, our eyes were accosted with a very large semi-erect penis wandering the wooded* area just outside the beach, attached to a man who we assumed was perhaps cruising.

*I couldn't think of a better word, okay!
Justin replying to a comment from Nudist / June 20, 2009 at 08:08 pm
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I don't necessarily disagree, but one has to wonder how this causes one to perceive sexual arousal. usually arousal is noted by a person's behaviour, movements, etc. if said 'woodsman' were acting exactly the way he were when you saw him, minus erection you would likely not bat an eye(unless he was walking around with his mouth ajar and tongue out), seeing as it's a component of nude acceptance where your physical appearance doesn't matter... unless you've got a boner.

we men DO occasionally pitch a tent when we don't mean to, in as much a way we sometimes don't when we want to - both are embarrassing, yes - it seems just a bit hypocritical if acceptance of the naked form in all its flawed beauty within a *civil* environment turns into a call for cops because a dude walking along with his dick pointing at the sun is an automatic pervert without necessarily behaving in a perverted manner.
David J. / June 20, 2009 at 09:40 pm
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I often teach kayak surfing clinics and that beach is very good. The only problem is that we surf right up to the beach unless you keep you head down. I always tell the stdents that whenthings start to come in focus, turn around and head back out to see.
David J. / June 20, 2009 at 09:42 pm
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Sorry, should have been, "head out to sea".
Dave Fleming / June 20, 2009 at 09:59 pm
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Thanks for the humorous article and pics from Hanlan's Beach. Too bad you got intimidated by the nervous textiles checking out the beach. We seem to be loosing ground as more people come to check the beach and keep their clothes on. Hey, you have to start somewhere I suppose. Lately, most people at the north end were nude, in keeping with the desire of 93% (2 surveys) of north end beach users who support a Nudist-Only area at the north end, adjacent to the Lifeguard station (red chair). In this area I set up the Games Ground a year ago August to bring a taste of the nudist resort life to the beach. Petanque (France) is well known at resorts, but the other two European games are not. Kubb is very popular in Sweden and sets are web available where team competitions are held. The Swing Ball Hungarian game uses bowling ball style pins and is like reverse bowling. You swing the suspended ball behind the pins and knock them down, if you can, when the ball returns toward you. All games are adult and family friendly. Great fun! A second volleyball court is now set up in the Nudist-Only area. The Nudist-Only area is unofficial of course and will happen only with the co-operation of north end beach users. The concept is that it should be easier to be comfortable nude in a nude only area. The clothing optional concept was created by city council lawyers, but the intent is to give people the option to 'feel the freedom' of going sans clothes, not to be used as an excuse to keep your clothes on!!
Dave Fleming replying to a comment from Justin / June 20, 2009 at 10:11 pm
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Erections are a rare event. I have been going to this beach over 20 times a year for the past 10 years. Doesn't happen. At least no one is flaunting it, they are smart enough to be civilized about any such displays and don't. You have a towel, sand, water or thoughts of your mother to control these things. The only ones I have seen or heard about were aways preceeded by masturbation. I repeat, very rare. As for calling the police, I would if the guy was older and old enough to know better. The younger ones just have to be told the police have been called. It may be natural, but rude to flaunt it. Totally unacceptable in any naturist environment. These people are abusers, abusing the beach users, abusing the concept of civilized behavior, abusing the councillors who gave us this gift of a clothing-optional beach.
Nancy Paiva / June 20, 2009 at 10:26 pm
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Great placement of the sailboat.
Justin replying to a comment from Dave Fleming / June 21, 2009 at 06:30 am
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Thanks Dave for the response. I was looking for the opinion of a seasoned vet so this is perfect. Granted, unintentional arousal is an odd thing to worry about seeing as it's the only thing I had concern over, and comforting to know there is what seems to be an elevated maturity level permeating the beach, for the most part.
Paul Rapoport / June 21, 2009 at 01:33 pm
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Censoring the photos ruins them, defeats the point of the story and the beach, infantilizes readers, and is an immature and dishonest move all around. It doesn't matter who's responsible for it.
Say T / June 21, 2009 at 01:48 pm
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"She said that mostly not, but complained that sometimes she's accosted by single men, and has had to leave once because of it"
Tell us about it, see the hollabackToronto for a full pictorial
http://hollabackto.blogspot.com/2009/06/update-on-nude-beach-nuisance.html
Christopher replying to a comment from Paul Rapoport / June 22, 2009 at 12:05 am
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Best. Comment. Ever!

ps: Censorship was at the request of the models.
Paul Rapoport / June 22, 2009 at 12:15 am
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"Censorship was at the request of the models."

Since that's unlikely, I'll start by not believing it.
Christopher replying to a comment from Paul Rapoport / June 22, 2009 at 12:32 am
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No, really. They're my friends and they didn't want their bits on the internet, perhaps like the families pictured on your website. But I do see your point about it being against the ethos of the whole thing ... but on that very same point, isn't wearing a hat, like the Tilley hat (the "Official Hat of the Canadian Federation of Naturists") against the code also?
Paul Rapoport replying to a comment from Christopher / June 22, 2009 at 12:53 am
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1. The few photos on the FCN site (in the sample articles from its magazine) don't censor anything. By exception, the covers of the magazines don't show genitals (marketing/newsstand reasons) but they may show women's breasts.

2. The Tilley thing is a bit funny, isn't it! But if hats as protection against the sun aren't proper in naturism, then we'd best get rid of shoes to navigate rocky areas, and perhaps watches and wedding rings.

Maybe you'll go back for a followup article and get photos of people who aren't afraid of being on the site in that way. I'd include myself, of course, in such a group. And there'd be many others.
Justin replying to a comment from Paul Rapoport / June 22, 2009 at 05:54 am
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so there are also passive aggressive nudists. neat.
Jerrold / June 22, 2009 at 09:33 am
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Editor's note: blogTO doesn't usually run photos with nudity because when we do, we get complaints from people who view our site from work. Censoring their bits and pieces is at the request of the subjects and the readership, and doesn't take away from this piece, IMO.
Tripper / June 22, 2009 at 11:41 am
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I've been going to Hanlan's since I moved to TO five years ago. It's one of my favourite summer spots in the city. Checking out other naked guys is one of the draws for me and others, certainly. But it's amazing how non-erotic it all gets after a while. Oh look, another penis ... big whoop.

It's true that occasionally some people get the wrong idea about the place, usually Americans and idiot gawkers who have never been there before (not you, Christopher Reynolds) and think it's just one big sexual playground.

I was once aggressively hit on by a tourist from Ohio. After checking me out repeatedly he sat down next to me and started playing with himself. I had to explain that this wasn't a bathhouse and that he should stop. We actually ended up having a nice conversation. He told me how much he appreciated Toronto's openness and felt freer here than he did at home. So that was nice to hear.

What really annoys me are the clothed gawkers who come to the clothing-optional side of the beach just to stare and giggle. Get naked or get out.

I also hate the creeps who hide in the bushes and take pictures. Some people have to make everything dirty.
Christopher replying to a comment from Tripper / June 22, 2009 at 11:55 am
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"Get naked or get out."

This is one bit of unspoken etiquette that I really find interesting/awesome. Just as I felt weird being nude outside the bounds of the clothing-optional area, people would/should feel weird clothed around all the nudity. Go with the flow, right?

I really appreciate the comments from the real deal. Thanks Tripper and thanks Paul Rapoport for stopping by (and also for tolerating my tourism). Cheers!

textstyles / June 22, 2009 at 02:05 pm
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*man*lan's point
jameasmallon / June 22, 2009 at 02:27 pm
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I'm a straight guy who wants to go there with his girlfriend for the sun and the beach: i.e. not cruising. But it sounds like the usual thing with N. Americans and nudity. Most people are cool, but a large minority have to infantilise it with the most crude titillation. Were I there alone, I wouldn't care if I were hit-on in a way that was inoffensive - I'd be flattered by either gender, though I know who I'd remember who I am going home to. But cruising nude is too close to sexual harassment, so it isn't something I'd do.

I've been to nude mixed hot springs in Japan. No big deal. The Japanese have their own cultural issues with sexuality, but nudity isn't one of them. Never been a problem, and yes, people do look at the size of foreigners, but don't leer.

Basically, N. Americans are not cool enough for me to go to a nude beach here.
Robert replying to a comment from Dave Fleming / June 22, 2009 at 06:05 pm
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This area, nor any other area, will EVER become a nude only section.
Just because you did a survey of 20 people and, even at that, a few didn't agree, you call that 93%?? And then you put an unauthorized sign up saying that section IS nude only (misleading any new people) ?

It's optional!! Laws force people to wear clothes on other beaches and now you want to force people NOT to wear clothes in certain areas? Crazy and it's not going to happen.

Let's face it, 60% of the beach is gay, and as a straight person,if I am with a woman who wants to go topless only, we are forced into a small pocket between the gay area and your area?.not going to happen ..never will.

This will never become like a regular nudist resort or naturalist environment, it is too close to the city and too many gay people use it regularly. So you can stop bringing out the toys for the children(creepy!!), stop telling people that the area you are in is nude only and stop bothering people.
Dave Fleming replying to a comment from Robert / June 22, 2009 at 11:49 pm
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To correct the assumption about the surveys, I did two surveys, one included 30 people and the second had 34 people. You only need 20 people as a minimum to draw statistical conclusions, so we are well above the 20. Secondly, the question about a nude-only section was identical for each survey and there were no repeats of votes to my knowledge. Results in both surveys were very similar, combined, the result was 93% for all 64 people. That means we are on solid ground for asking people to respect the wishes of 93% of the north end users to create an unofficial, non enforced, nudist-only area starting at the wheelchair boardwalk entrance to the north end snow fence CO boarder. It's up to the north end beach users to create a mostly nudist only area. It's not up to me.
Remember it was not the nudists who make the beach clothing-optional, it was city hall lawyers to did that. Even if the beach was designated 'nudist beach', it would still end up being clothing-optional. Right now, there is a lot of people wearing bottoms. Why? Because they are intimidated by so many clothed people? Perhaps. It seems the people in the survey are saying that it would be lot easier to be nude when surrounded by nude people instead of clothed people. Lets try to help people 'feel the freedom' by creating a more nudist friendly environment. So it's up to everyone to make that happen, and I realize it may take 2-3 years. If you or others object, I have proved you are in the tiny minority. I don't enforce anything, just make people aware of the survey results. It's up to them to act accordingly and respect the opinion of those who contributed to the survey.

God bless, Dave
Dave Fleming replying to a comment from Robert / June 22, 2009 at 11:56 pm
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As for the kids toy box, I have nothing to do with the kids. The box is made available to the parents and they are the ones I talk to.
The Games Ground games are also free to use by beach users and I welcome the opportunity to do quick demos of these games from Europe. They are all fun and meant to bring a bit of the resort life to the beach.

A note to the list owner, be aware of people who use this list to harass others. Please take appropriate action.

Thanks, Dave Fleming
agent smith / June 26, 2009 at 01:22 am
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Hi, just checking, are people still able to go to the islands during the worker's strike. I understand that the ferries are cancelled, but there are several tour boat agencies that used to drop people on the islands and later pick them up. Not sure if they can do that now. Thanks in advance for replies.

It's truly sad when the weather is nice for the beach, people can't go there. I hope the strike ends soon.
Nonsense replying to a comment from Corina / July 14, 2009 at 04:14 pm
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The beach needs more ladies. Its pretty big, just have to find a spot away from everyone. Your BF may not want to drop the trunks because of all the other guys. I went once mtself, got nude, not many people were there, but still would have been better in the company of a female.
Dave Fleming replying to a comment from agent smith / July 14, 2009 at 09:08 pm
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I've been told there can be up to 100 on the weekend day if nice enough. The water taxi is available at the foot of York St and Queens Quay. $10 each way. Post an update if this info is not correct.

Just a reminder, that the beach is peaceful and tranquil. Very little happens there.

Most women don't even know about the beach, so tell them about it!
But don't be trying to pickup women at the beach who are there for some R & R (rest and relaxation).

For women who do go to the beach, find a spot and don't give eye contact if you don't want to talk.
TannedTatas replying to a comment from Dave Fleming / August 6, 2009 at 11:12 pm
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Firstly, to Christopher, thanks for writing about Hanlan's and for taking the time to share your experiences. As a regular beach-goer, I found your views quite funny and really enjoyed reading about your day in the sun! As for the black-out of body parts in the photos, I find it to be completely appropriate for a website of this nature, and to show nudity on a website where children of all ages have access to it might be taken by parents or web watchdogs as wrong, or at the very least, unnecessary. Your photos were taken as a way of displaying what your viewpoint was while you were there, so for those who complained about your black-outs, they clearly just don't get it. This is a blog people! Get over it.

As a woman who has been going to this beach for six years now, I can attest to the fact that my desire to be there has absolutely nothing to do with sex, nor do I want to go check out the various penis sizes of the men there! (Although, I must admit from time to time I have spotted a nice one!) So, why do I - a married woman - go to Hanlan's Beach??? Because it feels as though I have escaped the crazy city, if just for a few hours, and have transported myself into another area of the world...and all it took was a 7 minute ferry ride to get there. I like to go topless, as I like the look of my breasts when they are brown, and I don't like tan lines on my shoulders when wearing a halter top or sleeveless shirt. I do NOT take my bikini bottoms off, as I don't really want to burn my white ass, and most importantly, my husband absolutely LOVES tan lines on my butt! So, because this beach is clearly listed as "Clothing Optional", I have opted to go topless. If I were to go to any other beach in the city, I do have a legal right to go topless. However, being that many families and children, tweens, and teens will also be at those beaches, I feel it is a bit inappropriate for me to be topless, as some might be offended or some might be slightly uncomfortable. Because I do have the option of going to a beach where mostly adults will be there, and where clothing is an option, I find it more suitable for my purposes to be topless there, as opposed to any other local beach. If someone were to try to insist that my freedom of choice be taken away, and that if I wanted to be on the beach I had to be naked - completely naked - I would no longer visit that beach. The entire spirit of Hanlan's would be stripped away, as it was designed to give those people who want to get away from the city and spend time in the sun and on the sand, the legal right and ability and opportunity to wear whatever amount of clothing they so desire. Going to Hanlan's gives me the feeling of being free....and the freedom of choice is what makes it all the more special, thus taking away that freedom is taking away the true spirit of Hanlan's. To those who show up fully dressed simply to gawk and stare and giggle....oh well. That's their problem, not mine. If they are uncomfortable with nudity, they too have the freedom to go to whatever beach they want, and to wear whatever clothing they want to wear. They also have the freedom to choose to not go to a beach at all!

For those who condemn us, or those who assume that a clothing optional beach is filled with people who walk around with erections or who are openly engaging in sexual acts, it is simply a sign of how narrow minded they are! Nudity does NOT equal sex. Some people are so uncomfortable with their own bodies, or even have sexual hang-ups, and therefore they feel threatened by a beach of this sort. It is their fear that makes them speak out against it....fear that someone will discover just how screwed up they are inside, or even worse...that they have some hidden homosexual desires! So, instead of allowing others to have the freedom to enjoy it, they try to condemn it or to put an end to it altogether.

As for the gay community who are frequent visitors to Hanlan's, all I can say is thank God for them!!! And, thank the Lord above that one gay man was able to speak up and be heard, and managed to get the approval for a clothing optional beach in Toronto. Kyle Ray, a City Councillor, was tired of hearing about people being issued tickets at Cherry Beach for public displays of nudity. Many that received a fine were gay men, and Mr. Ray decided to speak up and change the law. It was this man who managed to get an entire group of politicians and community leaders and the general public all to agree to the need for a designated area, where anyone could choose to wear clothing or not wear clothing, without fear of being harassed, ticketed, or even worse, arrested. So, for anyone to make comments (I'm speaking to you Dave Fleming) about the clothing optional beach being designated as such by these so-called "City Hall Lawyers", I think you are a bit backwards on your views of what it truly means. It was a gay man, a gay politician, a City Councillor, who fought the fight for the rest of us, and was able to get Hanlan's designated as a legal clothing optional beach. There were no lawyers trying to stand in his way and block him from turning it into a "Nude Only" beach. Most of the people who choose to go to a clothing optional beach do so because they want to sunbathe nude, or semi nude. To indicate that any other scenario exists is just an absurdity, conjured up in the mind of one very strange man, with rather strange nudist fascinations. Take a look at your wardrobe, Dave....when you are wearing clothes, they all have printing on them about being naked! Your obsession is weird, and to put it bluntly...DUDE, you're creeping me out!!!
TannedTatas replying to a comment from Dave Fleming / August 7, 2009 at 12:18 am
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Dave, you really need to wake up. Your fascination and obsession with nudity goes a bit to the extreme. Your "Unbiased Poll" was in no way a real representation of the views that exist amongst Hanlan's Beach goers, and in particular, those of us who use the North End of the beach. I have been at this beach for six years now, and I always sit at the North end. Why was I not asked to take your survey??? OH WAIT>>>> I know why!!! It was because I wear bikini bottoms, and therefore did not fit in with what you were trying to achieve! How about my other friends there? I know about 35 people who frequent the beach, some wear clothes and some don't wear anything. They were never asked to take your poll, either! A biased poll, taken by a freaky old man, does NOT accurately reflect the views of the people. You asked YOUR FRIENDS. You asked people who were 100% NUDE, as you felt that your odds would be improved by doing so.

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Here is the real truth, Dave......NOBODY CARES!!! Except for you and your creepy friends. Most of us go to the beach to escape the noise of the city, and to simply enjoy the day, free from judgement, free from troubles, and mostly just free to be ourselves. The very LAST thing any of us needs is a man to stir up trouble, post illegal signs, and take photos of people without their permission, and post them on a display board located next to the Hot Dog cart near the entrance to the ferry docks, in front of the hotel! Why do you go to such extremes? What is it about freedom of choice that upsets you so very much?????
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If people actually wanted to attend a Nudist Resort, they would GO TO ONE! There are quite a few located within an hour of the city in all directions. The island is not now, nor will it ever be, a Nudist resort! !
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To those who are not aware of who this man is, Mr. Dave Fleming is a man who usually arrives ALONE to the beach. He approaches people on the ferry, especially women with children, and starts up a conversation about....you guessed it.....nudity and his games for the kids. Dave USED TO come to the beach with his good buddy...unfortunately, THAT GUY was arrested for having sex with minor children, and for possession of child pornography, and is a known PEDOPHILE! So, DAVE....how do you explain your association to a known Pedophile? And why was it that two summers ago, you stood at the entrance to the beach and handed out your Nudist magazines, which included multitudes of photos of children playing volleyball and swimming and playing all sorts of games while attending a nudist resort with their parents? The back pages of that magazine contained advertisements for videos of Nudist resorts, however each picture used to represent a snapshot of the video's content all contained nude photos of children. Clearly, your intent to convert the North end to being exclusively for nude only is simply a way for you to get women and children near you, fully nude, for your sick enjoyment.

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One of the first things I was told, by a number of people during my first two summers there was to AVOID DAVE FLEMING AT ALL COSTS! Because of his known association with Pedophiles, people warn others there to just stay away from him. CREEPY, CREEPY, CREEPY....that is about the only word in the dictionary that comes to mind when I think of Dave Fleming. And, as for what the guy Robert had to say on here...HE IS 100% correct!!! I agree with everything he had to say, and he is correct in the fact that the beach will never, ever, ever be designated as NUDE ONLY. So, get over it! If I ever, ever, ever see you post your NUDE ONLY sign again, I will call the Police and have you arrested for illegal posting of signs, and for illegally photographing naked children. Got it, Creepy Man???
Graybeard / August 30, 2009 at 12:12 pm
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I have only learned about Hanlans Beach just recently and finally got there beginning of Aug 09 and have been enjoying MY FREEDOM at least once a week.TYVM to Kyle Rea for his efforts & TYVM to all who attend the beach in the buff.I am very comfortable there and look forward to next season
Graybeard / August 30, 2009 at 12:20 pm
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Please let me know of how I go about joining the Federation of Canadian Naturists? Tyvm for any info feedback
Hugh / September 9, 2009 at 03:34 pm
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Interesting article.
I think you will find that during the full season the users of the beach eb and flow. During the heart of the summer season many more women, and families tend to go to Hanlan's.
I have been going to Hanlan's beach for over 6 years now and I have noticed how popular it has become and how it's improved.
This year I noticed how many more young people are coming to experience the beach. Young men and women! It's great to have an influx of new nudists.
On weekends it is very "textile". A lot of people tend to keep swim suits on. This is sort of sad really because it changes the vibe of the beach.
Fot those who go nude it makes us feel like we are somewhat on display for the non-nude types.
Also on weekends you tend to get more gawkers. Some with cameras.
I can't tell you the number of times I have told people " no you cannot take photos without express permission ".
I mean they show up to take photos of nude people? Do they not get that is rude?
The other issue is the whole sexual aspect.
It would be a lie if I said nothing happens sexually on the beach or around the beach.
Basically it is about respect of place and knowing what is crossing the line.
Having sex on the beach during the day is not something that is acceptable to the majority. Nor is cruising the woods for sex.
I would just say it's about using common sense. Don't do that sort of thing if it offends people.
If you want to engage in that activity just be respectful of those who don't wish to see it.

The bottom line is nudity should not be something that brings about shame. It's a wonderful feeling to be nude outdoors in the sunshine..with friends or on your own.
Hanlan's is an escape from the dirt and noise and chaos of the city.
We are lucky to have it.
:)


goldie replying to a comment from Justin / November 8, 2009 at 01:48 pm
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I was wondering,does anybody wear thongs at the beach? I would feel alot more comfortable at first if I wore a thong my first time so I could get used to the atomashpere.
Christopher / November 8, 2009 at 04:44 pm
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(Just got this email... someone responding to the last comment)

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TO: Goldie RE: Your question about thongs....

Yes, there are people who wear thongs there. There are people who wear one piece bathing suits, two piece bathing suits, just the bottoms of a bikini, in all sorts of different styles and sizes, including thongs, and there are people who wear nothing. The atmosphere itself is pretty non-threatening, although I noticed that Dave posted here, stating that women needed to make sure not to make eye contact with people if they didn't want to be "hit on"......that statement of his is absolutely, positively ABSURD!!! I have been going to Hanlan's for many, many years now. I have developed friendships over the years with other couples, with single guys, single girls, and with some gay and lesbian couples or singles as well. I have NEVER felt like I needed to keep my eyes looking downward for fear of being hit on! Are there some creeps there who like to walk around and check out the women?? Of course there are. Are there gay men who walk around and check out other men. Yup! Are there females who go around looking for a guy to hit on? Mostly NO! But, for the most part, those creepy people are the exception and NOT the rule. Most of the women and couples who go to the beach there are like myself.....I like to have no tan lines on my chest, as I think that strapless tops or dresses in the summertime look crappy when there are tan lines on the shoulder or on the chest area. I like the feeling of being on the island, away from the city, with no restrictions, no traffic, no clothing, no judgmental people, just the warm sun and the freedom to sit there and soak up the sun with as little clothing or as much clothing as I decide I want to wear! It feels like a complete removal of yourself away from the city, as if you have landed on an island somewhere while on vacation. What I choose to wear or what you choose to wear is nobody's business but your own, and nobody will ever say anything about it to you!

So, basically, the atmosphere at Hanlan's is perfectly fine, comfortable, friendly, non-judgmental, non-sexual, and you are left alone if you want to be left alone.....or, people are friendly and willing to speak to you if you are also friendly with them....the only exception to this rule is Dave, who suggests that we women should keep our eyes looking downward in order to prevent being hit on!! If you are there and have a thong on, Dave will probably avoid you, since you don't fit in with his "Nude Only" ideas, and he can't ask you to fill out his survey about turning the end of the beach into a Naturist Camp, where you HAVE to be nude. He only asks people to take his supposed non biased survey who are already nude, and with a thong on, you would ruin his survey percentages!!! And, having the creepiest guy on the beach NOT want to talk to you is a really, really good thing! Other than him, I have only met really great people, and have a fabulous time when I am there.....and wearing whatever it is that I feel like wearing that day. The truth is, Nobody cares if you have a thong or a bikini bottom or a one piece or a top on...because the whole idea behind it is exactly what it says on the signs: "Clothing OPTIONAL".....it doesn't say NUDE ONLY!!! So, feel free to do and wear whatever you choose!
Peter replying to a comment from goldie / December 6, 2009 at 09:03 pm
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I started wearing thongs at the beach this year...Always at Hanlans Point...it is great because no one bothers you. There are actually quite a few men and women who wear thong swimwear there. I like tanning in my thong swimwear.
clothing optional / December 12, 2009 at 05:52 pm
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I dont understand why people are so annoyed by clothed people or even gawkers. It's not a bad thing if you have a family or a group of friends sitting nearby (clothed), enjoying the beach, looking around and yes, possibly even giggling at you! They have broken no laws.

I have seen very conservative looking families (overly dressed for the beach) who still come out to see what the fuss is about. They come with smiles on their faces and actually are truly curious. To me that spells a much more open mind than the folks here who'd rather see the place turned into a nude-only beach. The 'gawkers' will go home and tell other friends and family that they went to a 'nudie beach' and survived.. they or their friends may one day live to go again and who knows, maybe their children will grow up thinking clothing-optional is no big deal.

I am not wholly naive.. i understand how this does 'kill the vibe' of the clothing optional beach but who cares... it's all in your head.. let it go.. and just go about your own business and enjoy your stay at the beach.
relax / January 1, 2010 at 11:12 am
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at hanlan's just wear or don't wear what you want..that is the whole point...to relax and have a good time...and if someone is sporting wood, that is not armageddon...in fact it might even be amusing...there are a few guys who walk up and down each year, showing off their stuff..no one gets harmed..
Graybeard / February 7, 2010 at 07:14 pm
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I wish that it was spring again & warm out there!I love the "Beach" and am a frequent visitor both ends of the beach!Remember that the human body is a work of art to be enjoyed by all who want to be enjoyed!Your preferences make no difference to me as I am completely BI and enjoy all thatis afforded to me when possible! My tanning is aluxury which I enjoy to the utmost and enjoy the comments on my lovely tan all winter long!My body is certainly NOT the most exciting but IT is mine to do with whatever I choose so enjoy your visits and I will enjoy mine!
Rob / May 24, 2010 at 09:07 pm
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i have been to halans beach a few times when its hot i think its great place u have to remember were just people and except that and u have a good time its may long weekend i didnt go was busy here but im going to go this summer lots its good u dont need to bring bathing suit lol just yourself
Richard / June 21, 2010 at 05:18 pm
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99 percent male? Does not sound like a comfortable naturist environment to me. The girl interviewed said families and ladies go too. Not on your day apparently.
Lew replying to a comment from goldie / June 27, 2010 at 01:13 pm
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Goldie do you know Lewis?
Rob / July 4, 2010 at 08:11 am
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hey its july 4 2010 going to be 31 wow its 8 am and im going to get packed to go to halans im sure gonna get some rays all over hope water is not so cold to cool off well for the people that like it there hope to see a few of you there im single so say hi lol
guy replying to a comment from Say T / July 15, 2010 at 10:59 pm
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This guy's name is Peter he often visits the beach with another dimwit called Gerald. Little Peter is known for hitting on girls for 7 to 8 hours a day at the beach with zero takers.
Tanned Tatas replying to a comment from guy / July 16, 2010 at 01:40 pm
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In reply to "Guy" regarding the beach cruiser/Loser "Peter"...as soon as I saw the photos, I didn't even need to read the story! I knew immediately it was Peter - so easily recognizable by his ape-like arms that hang down to his knees, his black sunglasses that he continually pushes up his nose using the "one-finger push" method, and of course his disgusting white body that NEVER tans - even though he spends every day at the beach in the Summer.

The topper to this creepy dude's story, the real icing on the cake is what I have just learned this past weekend while I was at Hanlan's....Peter's profession. Guess what it is? He runs a PORNO SITE!!!! OMG, this guy is such a loser! He lives at home with his mommy, running his porn site from his bedroom! He doesn't own a vehicle, and comes to the beach every day on roller blades! Then, he scopes out the scene all day long, searching for girls that are young and single, and he chases them down. He does his walk by, then the pause, hands on hips, casually looking around, pushing up the glasses with one finger, and trying to get the girls to notice his semi erect penis, which he pulled on while over by the bushes. If they pay no attention, he tries a new method....standing next to them. Finally, he tries to talk to them, flirting with them, asking them if they want him to sit down and oil up their bodies. I have seen groups of girls split up and walk in opposite directions to avoid him. I have seen girls completely turn their backs on him when he stands at the edge of their towels. He doesn't seem to take a hint, though. Instead, he just keeps standing there, looking like a white skinned ape with a gigantic nose!

Apparently, Peter (aka white ape-man) knows that these photos of him exist....and he is "extremely upset" about it. However, sadly enough, he is not upset enough to STOP creeping on chicks for his entire day at the beach. Peter, if you are reading this.....You are freakishly ugly, you never tan, you look like a loser, you live like a loser, and NO girls at the beach want you near them! I hear you don't want a "normal job" because it would take up your time and prevent you from going to the beach every day of the summer. It's time to give it up, man up, get a normal job, and move out of Mommy's house - because going to the beach every single day and trying to pick up on women clearly ain't workin for ya! L O S E R!
Loves the Beach / July 16, 2010 at 02:13 pm
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For those of you considering visiting Hanlan's, but are somewhat hesitant because of things you have heard, here's the scoop!

If you are a straight woman, come with a group. If you can bring a guy with you, even better. This will stop the creepers from hitting on you. If you are alone and someone bothers you, look for a gay guy or a couple sitting nearby. They will definitely help you. All you have to do is ask!

If you are a gay guy - there is enough eye candy to go around, as well as the one's who should NEVER be naked in public. So, you take the good with the bad. However, there are some of the best looking, kindhearted, amazing gay guys I have ever met who are regulars there. If you meet them, consider yourself lucky! If you are a gay guy going to the beach there for the first time, just keep in mind that there are other people there who might not want to see you coming on strong with another guy. Be appropriate, and remember - this is a public place!

For straight guys - Just remember that being naked has nothing to do with being sexual. If you can't control yourself, please don't walk around with a hard-on. Even the gay guys will think you are disgusting. If you can bring a girl with you, the gays won't try to approach you because they won't think you are gay. However, there are some of the nicest guys in the world on that beach, and gay or straight - it doesn't matter. They can still have a normal conversation with you and be friendly with you without any fear that they are going to hit on you.

To the lesbian women - your numbers are small but we do notice you there in pairs or groups, from time to time. Nobody really pays attention to what others do, and nobody will care about what you are doing, so if you want to hold hands with your girlfriend, hug her, kiss her, fine by everyone. Just don't go further than that!

For everyone - Remember this: The beach is not a place to make a spectacle of yourself, and it is a public beach with people of all races, age, background, and sexual preference. If you behave like a normal human being, you won't have problems. Stay away from the far (South) end of the beach and the bushes and you will be fine, as you won't have to worry about stumbling upon somebody doing something you don't want to see. There are still those people who come there to hook up, couples who want to swing, women who offer themselves up to multiple men at the same time, and gays who are naked because they are looking for something other than a suntan!

If you are trying to figure out where to sit: The center of the beach and the southern end usually has a high gay population; just to the North of center is usually couples galore; the far North end has a freaky dude who puts up signs asking you to be totally naked. Ignore the sign, ignore his 93% statement. His survey was filled out ONLY by people who were already fully nude, and therefore his figures are biased and skewed. Nobody cares if you wear a bathing suit, half of a bathing suit, or nothing at all. So, just behave like an appropriate and normal human being, and enjoy your day in the sun!

Hanlan's Beach is really a great place to get away to. It's like a vacation from the city. A paradise away from the maddening crowds! Enjoy!
Guy replying to a comment from Tanned Tatas / July 16, 2010 at 10:52 pm
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RE Tanned Tatas In replying to a comment from guy

did not know he was doing porn. One time a girl after a few mins of his boring talk layed back shut her eyes and pretended to sleep LOL...

I might know you...I am the guy with the "string"..
world's most boring guy / July 21, 2010 at 10:11 am
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thanks for the info on peter the porno operator...ape like arms...that was hilarious...along with his small organ...ha ha..
and then there is the guy with the contraption that runs around hard all day...flopping up and down...
tanned tatas replying to a comment from world's most boring guy / July 21, 2010 at 02:11 pm
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Normally, I like to just call him Apey, but my new name is now "Porno Pete" lol.

As for the guy with the contraption that flops around....recently he was walking and flopping while fully erect, and these two guys told him he was "sick". He runs up to them, shoving his face into theirs, screaming "You got a problem with me?" It was ridiculous. They told him off, and he ran away liked a frightened child

He used to hang around with another guy who a lot of people call "Floppy Phil". He was this husky guy (I think he was bald, if I remember correctly)who always walked with a cup in his hand, putting on a show for the boaters who were close to the shore....and he could flop that thing back and forth at the speed of lightning! When contraption guy showed up, Phil taught him everything about the art of the flop! Apparently, one day Floppy Phil was reported to the police for having crossed the border into the "Clothing Required" area, and was exposing himself to some teenage girls there. He was either arrested or ticketed for indecent exposure, and they removed him from the beach, permanently.

Now that Phil is no longer allowed there, Contraption Guy has taken over for his beloved mentor, and he flips and flops it back and forth, all day long. I like to call him "The Flop-prentice"! With his penis jewelry that he chooses to wear, I was thinking of calling him the "Ring-Master", but because he started doing this after learning from Floppy Phil, I couldn't really call him a master at anything..... other than a master bater.

Can you tell I like coming up with nicknames for Hanlan's regulars? lol
tanned tatas replying to a comment from Guy / July 21, 2010 at 02:57 pm
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Hmmmmm not sure what you are referring to when you say the guy with the "string". A string bikini? A string tied to your package? I'm trying to think about who you might be, but you have me stumped! Where do you normally sit? I like to be close to the water, and fairly close to one of Randy's chair rental areas. Do you still think you know who I am?

BTW, I think I actually witnessed the girl pretending to sleep when Porno Pete was trying to hit on her. It's obvious he is a complete moron who doesn't understand that women who turn their backs away from him or who lay down and try to fake being asleep are absolutely NOT interested. What woman would be interested in a guy with ghost white skin, a gigantic nose, and a skinny ugly body with no muscles or body hair? No women I know, that's for sure!
world's most boring guy / July 21, 2010 at 07:56 pm
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can you provide more description of said tanned tatas? purely for beach description purposes...ha ha..you are not one of the russian women who are always there?
was floppy phil the guy who walked his dog while flopping?
does contraption guy really get anywhere with his constant walking?
there was also 70s porno stache guy with mirrored shades who used to walk erect up and down the beach..
not to be confused with horse c--k guy who is only there on occasion...
maybe there should be photos posted of Hanlans Most Weird...same as police do with the G20 posters...
(wonder if pete's porno site is as boring as he is.....)
Tanned Tatas replying to a comment from world's most boring guy / July 22, 2010 at 11:25 pm
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Nope, not one of the Russian women - but I think you are talking about the group of 3 girls who have been coming a lot lately and sit close to the shoreline. I have sat next to them about 3 times now, with usually the dude with his kayak showing up late in the day and positioning himself in between us. As for my tanned tatas.....well, they are tan, they are large, and yes - they are real!

Floppy Phil was indeed the guy who walked his dog while flopping! I had forgotten all about that. My husband says he knows who you are talking about with the 70s porno stache guy, but I don't remember him...or the horse c--k guy either.

I would love to start a website with photos of Hanlans Most Weird! I could include all of my nicknames along with each photo - like "Foul Mouthed Jesus" and "Pregnant Hitler", my look-alikes such as "Lenin", "Saddam Hussein, "Borat" and "Sean Connery", plus some of the women I have nicknamed, like "Nipples, Nipples, Nipples" (no breasts, all nips!), "Triple Butt" (No explanation needed). The possibilities for a Hanlans Most Weird photo spread is just endless!
Beach Regular Girl / July 23, 2010 at 09:59 am
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RE Tanned Tatas

You are full of crap, and if I see anyone try and take pics of anyone at the beach I will call the police.
Pete replying to a comment from Tanned Tatas / July 23, 2010 at 10:03 am
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LOL - you are 10 years/30lbs past it though - no one even looks your way except you little inadequate hubby...
Pete replying to a comment from Tanned Tatas / July 23, 2010 at 10:04 am
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LOL Tanned Tatas (fat) - you are 10 years/30lbs past it though - no one even looks your way except you little inadequate hubby...
Beachy replying to a comment from Tanned Tatas / July 23, 2010 at 10:21 am
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"As for my tanned tatas.....well, they are tan, they are large, and yes - they are real!"

That is because you are 30lbs overweight, the only one who looks at you is your poor excuse of a husband...does he force you to sit near other women so he can ogle them ? I bet he does as you are foul.
Pete replying to a comment from Beachy / July 23, 2010 at 10:26 am
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Glad someone else see's the same as me...
IT Guy replying to a comment from world's most boring guy / July 23, 2010 at 11:00 am
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hmmm... I could also post your IP address and Full Name on here as well....
Mike W replying to a comment from Pete / July 23, 2010 at 12:36 pm
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My bullshit alert is going off the hook.

A tip: Using the same sentences and phrases gives away the fact that you're not different posters.

Get a life pervert. No one wants to admire your tiny penis.
world's most boring guy / July 29, 2010 at 07:41 pm
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if those are the tanned tatas I think they are...why all the negative comments here...that's not very nice..
everyone needs to mellow out...
have some fun on the beach whether you are floppy phil, contraption guy or anyone else...
Wifeless / August 12, 2010 at 06:42 pm
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Hi folks I have a question for anyone who feels like answering it?

My wife refuses to go to this beach with me as she feels that her body is just not to be shared with others, but I would like to attend.

I am not gay and have no interest in hooking up with other men, but wanted to know if I showed up as a single male if I would send the wrong messaage?

Is there a place that first timers can go to experience being nude at the beach, but not being a creepy single guy?

I wouldn't mind if girls or guys talked to me, but if I said that I wasn't interested would they leave me alone?

Also do I have to take the ferry to Hanlon's Point from Bay Street, or is there way to get there from Centre Island?

Thanks for any and all answers.
world's most boring guy / August 17, 2010 at 10:11 am
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you can go to the beach on your own...no problem...
just make sure you have a contraption to attach to your johnson and then walk up and down the beach...you will fit right in..
Wifeless / August 23, 2010 at 12:04 am
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I apparently don't get the "contraption" comment, so perhaps it's just best that I skip this beach.

My purpose isn't to go trolling if that's what you are implying, but rather to leagally sunbathe.

George / September 1, 2010 at 01:04 pm
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Let's say a man has a larger penis when soft & NOT erect...(let's even call it a semi-erection for arguments sake) & he is minding his own business sitting on his own towel maybe go for a swim and return to his towel not bothering anyone and someone perceives this as an "erection" and they call the cops. He can get into big trouble can't he?
not really fair to him if so.
hung / September 2, 2010 at 10:23 am
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I know what you mean...it's a burden I have to bear, when I am at the beach...
George replying to a comment from Tanned Tatas / September 5, 2010 at 07:32 pm
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Do you think it is late to go to Hanlan's point...is the season pretty much over at this point?
George replying to a comment from hung / September 5, 2010 at 10:19 pm
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Yup...8 inches here too.
hung / September 6, 2010 at 09:49 am
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this weather is brutal....hopefully it will warm up next weekend.
funny how everyone claims to be eight inches..
George replying to a comment from hung / September 6, 2010 at 11:46 am
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The fact is I can prove my 8 inches!
I don't see ideal beach weather coming anytime soon. Anyone know how many people actually visit this beach?
hung / September 6, 2010 at 12:50 pm
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sure...8 inches...everyone believes you.
but who has the best looking member at hanlan's? maybe tanned tatas can weigh in..
George replying to a comment from hung / September 6, 2010 at 03:32 pm
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This might sound ridiculous...but I'm not afraid to prove it...to who ever has doubts. I don't know "tanned tatas" but maybe she can help...
LOL
J79 / September 7, 2010 at 06:42 pm
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I was there today...windy and a little cool with on/off sunshine. I counted 8 women there today....mostly on the north side, close to entrance, that is where I sat...a good 20 metres from the shore line. There were 4 straight couples there also...fully nude, 2 of them on the north side of the beach close to the entrance. As a guy I don't walk around the area of the beach where the majority of the people lye down...it is kind of too close for some peoples comfort. There were a few guys cruising near the people lying down on the north side, going in a circular motion(Basically walking over their heads)...It can turn people off. I don't mind the ones cruising by the water, walking up and down....at least they keep a good distance from beach users between lying down further back. As a first timer there...all in all not a bad place, too many guys though...the ratios should be closer.
J79 replying to a comment from Loves the Beach / September 7, 2010 at 06:59 pm
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"There are still those people who come there to hook up, couples who want to swing, women who offer themselves up to multiple men at the same time, and gays who are naked because they are looking for something other than a suntan!"

What?
...women who offer themselves to multiple men at a time...you can't be serious?
hung / September 8, 2010 at 08:22 pm
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not multiple at a time..but I have had a few women pleasure me, while visiting Hanlan's..they like what they see and I am happy to oblige.
J79 replying to a comment from hung / September 9, 2010 at 11:47 am
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Lol...right!

And this all took place on a public beach right?
Give us the story.
greybeard / September 9, 2010 at 03:54 pm
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I have been there at least once a week all summmer long and tho overwieght I still enjoy my tanning sessions !I also enjoy "getting lucky" when opportunity arises(Penis LOL)!!I have met a lot of nice friendly people there & usually stay in same spot all the time!So will hope for one last fling at Beach before it gets too cold> Sat11 sept does not look too bad so hope to see a few of you there!
J79 replying to a comment from greybeard / September 9, 2010 at 06:30 pm
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I was there Monday when it was supposedly 29 celcius plus humidity. Where was it?
Felt freezing all afternoon. I'm hoping for next Tuesday....21 celcius. Got to work this weekend. It be nice making friends there with anyone on here...(no funny stuff intended.)
J79 / September 10, 2010 at 08:04 pm
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Was there today...
The beach was not busy. I was at the North end of the beach by myself in the buff. There were 5 guys in total that did laps around me...obvious cruising...1 of those guys was so aggressively trying to make eye contact with me it freaked me out...he was doing circles around me. It took several minutes for him to get the message, that I was not interested. As a Straight guy...you can't go to the beach on your own as I did today...very bothering by the conduct of some Individuals. You have fully clothed female university students walking in groups laughing and taking pics...ridiculous!
Why can't people leave others alone?...people come to the beach and want to relax after work or school and do not view nudity as sexual...
c'mon people!
Jim / September 20, 2010 at 09:36 am
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Really a nice place, I was there yesterday plenty of couples tanning and walking around enjoying the beach.
Jim replying to a comment from hung / September 22, 2010 at 04:22 pm
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What went down exactly...where in the north or south end?
give us the scoop!
Frank replying to a comment from Say T / October 11, 2010 at 02:26 pm
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Ha, ha saw that guy on the beach, this past Friday and yesterday: (Sunday, 10 October). On Friday he walked all the way (nude) to talk to some women who was a spectator by the volleyball courts. She was fully clothed and he was talking to her stark nude....lol

Yesterday whenever he saw a nude group of girls he would walk all the way from the other side of the beach to walk near them near the northern fenced boundary....lol
hung / October 12, 2010 at 09:46 am
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he is a chatty guy, that much is for sure..
Mat / February 24, 2011 at 04:07 pm
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I have been attending the beach for a good 5 years and love it!
The beach is a great place but does have a few bad apples. Here's my list

Peter- As already described, creep

Floypy Phil and his apprentice who may be even worse than Peter, a real sico harrassing women and girls

Jesus- Drunk homeless guy, usually not a problem until he is drunk and cursing or rolling in the sand

Fat nude woman who is always by the shoreline with legs spread wide open

The two Italian younger guys that go to every single girl and try to pick them up, not sure what to call them yet one is hung like a horse cmoes on a bike and dosnt bring a towel just cruises the beach lol

Other than these people
Mat / February 24, 2011 at 04:08 pm
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Sorry other than these people and a few gawkers here and there the place is a great quiet and relaxing place to be
Sandra / March 4, 2011 at 02:10 pm
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I have never been to the nude beach yet, a boyfriend of mine last summer wanted to take me but we never got around to it. I would like to attend this summer but fear going as a single girl.I dont want to be bothered by anyone I want to relax and most likely wont be nude on my first time and hope no one harasses me cause of this. Also I am not going there to hook up or for sex etc, however I will probably take a few glances at the members being exposed lol. My main fear is that some of these creeps would ruin my time there, so for now I will hold off.
hung / March 6, 2011 at 05:15 pm
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you shouldn't worry about the oddballs sandra...they are harmless...especially jesus..not sure who the Italian guys are though...they don't ring a bell.
and you can check out a few members..no one will complain.
when it warms up this spring, just bring a towel, some lotion, and relax. it'll be a good time
Liz / March 17, 2011 at 04:03 pm
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Sandra you definatley should not hold off because of a few losers as hung stated, most of them dont bother anyone at all, if anything its a good laugh. I have been there with gilrfriends and by myself and never realy had any problems! I have met Jesus even took a pic of him lol, hes a nice guy. I think I know who the italian guys are, they are both slim and look kinda gay lol, but them they hit on me lol. I told them I wasnt interested and that was that. The beach is a great place and 99% of the people there are amazing!

Hung are you often at the beach?
Jim replying to a comment from Liz / March 19, 2011 at 10:04 am
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I go there quite regularly.
Jim replying to a comment from hung / March 19, 2011 at 10:08 am
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I will be there on a good warm spring day. Looks like Spring is coming early this year, weather is getting milder. Maybe April 25 could be good to go.
aka replying to a comment from Liz / March 19, 2011 at 10:13 am
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Liz, are you and your girlfriends often at the beach? I'd like to go with my wife, but she's afraid of the guy/girl ratio and there not being many other women there.
niceguy replying to a comment from Liz / March 19, 2011 at 10:20 am
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The Beach is a nice place. It does get slightly uncomfortable for a single guy there if he is straight due to all the cruising. Just don't make eye contact and you shouldn't be approached by the guys there.
I like the sense of freedom. You see a lot of regulars and students passing through taking photos. I have seen many Asian students walking through on several occasions that laugh and take photos of the beach.
Liz / March 21, 2011 at 12:32 pm
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Aka, your wife has nothing to worry about if you are there with her. The ratio really depends on the day, I notice on weekends its alot of couples and single females. Also the ratio is always more men, but most of them are gay so nothing to worry about. Also taking pictures on the beach when busy is a no-no, it happens time to time but no-one wants to be in the background of the pic. People will approach you and give you shit for that.
hung / March 22, 2011 at 11:42 am
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what part of the beach do you prefer Liz? I like to go to the far end, away from the crowds...but sometimes you get a few people walking back and forth looking for "beach activity"..
hung / March 22, 2011 at 05:56 pm
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so councilor George Mamoliti said today he wants to put a brothel on Toronto Island....as if that would ever fly. And this is what he said to the Star about Hanlan's (notice, he said, hard...heh heh....)
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Asked if a red-light district would take away from the island’s wholesome family vibe, he responded: “I’m not sure how wholesome it is with the whole nude beach,” referring to clothing-optional Hanlan’s Point Beach. “If you look hard enough, you’ll find somebody without pants on.
Jim / March 24, 2011 at 12:10 pm
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Hung, I will be there too when the weather gets better. I stay near the volleyball courts where there is kind of a social group that has an area to themselves. As a straight guy, I find it really uncomfortable some times and bothersome when guys are circling around me, thats b.s. and not necessary. There was one guy who would walk over my head and fiddle around with his privates, trying to increase it's size. Totally unnecessary. It gets worse as you move down to the middle or other end of the beach. I don't even make any eye contact and there are still guys hovering above, it's like they are insisting. Next time I'm putting a sign next to me saying:
I WANNA BE LEFT ALONE!
hung / March 31, 2011 at 11:20 am
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maybe you should stop winking at them Jim....just kidding.

but you can find quiet spots at the far end of the beach. just ignore any wanderers..although sometimes there are even heterosexual couples at that end, who like to put on a show.
Jim / April 1, 2011 at 03:54 am
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Hung,

What "far end" of the beach are we discussing, the one where there is an orange plastic fence, where the lifeguard stand is(close to volleyball courts) or the far, far end where people usually go for a walk and there is kinda a bend and they disappear from view.
hung / April 1, 2011 at 12:22 pm
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Not by the lifeguards (although, not sure if they would care)...but at the far far end, with the bend...
Rob / April 4, 2011 at 11:48 am
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I AM GOING FOR SURE THIS YEAR!!! I didn't know this place existed until I came on this site. I'm going to bring my I-pod and crank out guns n roses all day. Hopefully bring my girlfriend and more friends. Whats the water like can you go skinny dipping? This place won't be filled with a bunch gay dudes will it?
Rob / April 4, 2011 at 11:49 am
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NOT THAT THERE'S ANYTHING WRONG WITH GAY PEOPLE!!!
Liz / April 4, 2011 at 05:55 pm
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Hey Hung im usually around the middle but have been by both ends of the beach as well. Wherever friends are and away from certain ppl at times. As for "beach activity" it can happen from time to time, as long as it dosnt upset anyone lol. I see alot of guys at the south end in the bushes (wonder what thats about lol). Anyways ran into someone from the beach this weekend, you regulars would know her as sensual sculptress. She does the scultptures from sand an the south end. We all hope we get a good early start to summer!
Jim replying to a comment from hung / April 5, 2011 at 03:58 pm
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Ok Hung, I know where you are talking about. Yes, I have seen Hetero couples there but no activity ever seen....lol.
hung / April 7, 2011 at 10:40 am
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I have seen the sculptress and her "large" sand sculptures.
the middle can be a crowded part of the beach Liz. Any distinguishing characteristics that make you stand out in the crowd?
Jim / April 10, 2011 at 10:07 pm
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I've never seen the sculptress. Is she short haired blonde?
Eric26 replying to a comment from Paul Rapoport / April 10, 2011 at 10:44 pm
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Since you are so ridiculous, I am going to assume you're not a real person.

Please BlogTO, continue to censor photos. This is not where I go to see genitals.
hung / April 11, 2011 at 08:59 am
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she has dark hair...
I wonder who the model was for this sand sculpture.
http://sensualsculptress.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/monster-cock1.jpg
Liz / April 13, 2011 at 10:38 pm
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The middle is crowded at times, as long as no-one pisses me off to much lol, im ok wherever. Anyways im asian, have a full body tan lol, average girl. I used to always go with my bf 2 years ago but we broke up so I go bymyself or with a friend/friends. I sometimes talk to these two guys that are often at the beach, dont remember their names but they like to try to pick up women from time-to-time, they are ok to talk to and are qute and help keep creeps away lol. I usually come on rollerblades but have walked as well as biked on the odd ocasion. How about you hung how can I recognize you?
hung / April 14, 2011 at 11:05 am
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I don't go to the middle often...too crowded. usually go where there is more space to lay out my towel and relax. I am about 5'11", regular build..but I do have one feature that tends to be recognizable...or at least stand out in a crowd..lol
Liz / April 15, 2011 at 12:07 pm
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Thats a pretty comon description lol, there are quite a few that has your recognizable feature lol.. I just hope your not a friend of "Floppy Phil" lol. Anyways you usually by yourself?
Bart / April 15, 2011 at 01:49 pm
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I have been there with my wife 2 times last year, first time was really good, she was excited to see so many people naked lol. However the guy mentioned before Dave Fleming was giving us a hard time on our last visit. It was only us and another couple in the area that we were in (by the fence) and we were fooling around lightly and discreatley when he popped out of nowhere and was rude to us and was threatening to call the police on us.

We were in a isolated area (no-one could see us unless they wanted to) and this guy comes runing out of nowhere.
Now I have to convince her to come to the beach this year but shes worried we may run into Dave. Has anyone had a similar experience? I mean we wouldnt be fooling around on a busy day infront of everyone, not sure why such a big deal.
hung / April 16, 2011 at 08:42 am
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hey bart, I think Dave always sets up his toys in the area close to the lifeguards...move a little farther down the beach and you'll be fine..if you want, I can watch and make sure no one is coming..haha...
and Liz...I am no friend of floppy phil, erect contraption man or the boring guy who tries to talk to every woman..I hang out on my own, normally keep to myself--just go there to relax.
Liz / April 16, 2011 at 09:45 pm
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Lol Hung thats good to hear not sure who those other guys are lol
Who is contraption man? and do you mean Peter when refering to the boring guy who tries to talk to every woman or the creepy guy with the frisbee??? Anyways I like to keep to myself to but its hard sometimes.
Also that guy Dave came to me nd my friend and wanted us to go to some nude swims at some public pool, not interested and he gave us some nudist magazine. He realy takes nudism seriously, but he dosnt seem to cause harm.
hung / April 17, 2011 at 11:46 pm
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contraption man walks around with some plastic contraption on his unit, and he is always erect...sort of an aggressive guy with a constant hard on, while walking on the beach.
I think he is friends with pete though...as they try to meet the ladies.
is frisbee guy, the guy who plays frisbee by himself?

good thing I walk farther and get my own space to get peace and quiet...
George / April 18, 2011 at 02:29 pm
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no he is the black guy who wears a "cage" on his genitals.
Hung - I an bigger that you and not afraid to prove it !
Debby / April 18, 2011 at 05:30 pm
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http://www.13793.diwlvhuchi.com
hung / April 18, 2011 at 08:39 pm
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not sure who the guy is with a "cage" on his Johnson...can you describe it? bigger than a breadbox? and go ahead and prove it george..if you are the big man on campus. I am sure Liz will find it amusing....
btw...is it ever going to warm up so we can go to the beach?
Cynt / April 19, 2011 at 06:41 pm
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Hanlan's regulars do you recognize him? or her?
http://postimage.org/image/245le8uis/
George replying to a comment from hung / April 19, 2011 at 11:31 pm
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Ok Hung - were shall we meet then ? look I can prove I am hung, not just coming on here and calling myself "hung" like you !
Debby replying to a comment from Cynt / April 19, 2011 at 11:32 pm
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http://www.chat4444.com/register3.php

Plenty more here, sign up..
Liz / April 20, 2011 at 09:38 am
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Lol you guys are too much,,,
Anyways Hung still no clue on contraption man unless you mean the guy with a cockring that is floppy phils apprentice walking around like a freak with his flopping penis. I also think he is friends with Pete, he is a real dirtbag lol.

As for who is bigger lol, my friend who comes on the odd occasion to the beach was wondering what the average size on the beach was, she recommended to bring a measuring tape just for fun to tease the guys lol That could be fun lol

As for the pic Cynt I know that guy from the beach, its one of the italian guys. Does he know you took that pic?
George replying to a comment from Liz / April 20, 2011 at 12:06 pm
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No Liz, I was thinking "Hung" and I would come to your place and you could see that "Hung" is indeed a liar. You could then perform Oral on me, that is if I find you attractive in any way - otherwise you will have to go without.
tanned tatas replying to a comment from Cynt / April 20, 2011 at 12:10 pm
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I had sex with that guy in the bushes, while my husband was lying on the beach LOL....he was a real stud...
For those who find what I did was wrong, now that I am a lot heavier my husband does not touch me anymore.
Greg / April 20, 2011 at 02:05 pm
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I see that guy on the beach time to time, he has a friend and they are chatty with the women. As for tanned tatas, well I would like to meet you at the beach sometime! Can you describe yourself?

Also I think I know who George is judging by his vocabulary, he wears a cock-ring to enhance himself wonders the beach like a troll and is floppy phils apprentice! He is nothing more than a beach nuscence pay no attention to him. He creeps out women (mostly younger ones) and walks like a douche in a aggressive like way up and down the beach. If you see him or floppy phil don't hesitate and have them reported to the lifeguards who will call the police and we can rid them off the beach.

Well, hope within a month it will be beach weather!

Greg
Raj replying to a comment from tanned tatas / April 20, 2011 at 02:40 pm
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Was the sex good? I seen him and his friend fooling around with a girl in the bushes last year. The put on a show for us.
We are a indian couple that comes to the beach, we are also swingers. Also we have seen many men with errections its not bother us.
Pete / April 20, 2011 at 04:54 pm
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tanned tatas, are you the fat women with black bottoms with a foldable chair?? Im trying to figure out just who you are....

Also guys its not about size but how you use it!!!!!!
tanned tatas replying to a comment from Greg / April 20, 2011 at 05:00 pm
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Hi Greg or should I say Dave Flemming - so no chance buddy, maybe try the gay guys but I am sure you will fail there to.
tanned tatas replying to a comment from Pete / April 20, 2011 at 05:02 pm
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Yes but I consider myself a BBW...please fat is not nice !!
tanned tatas replying to a comment from Pete / April 20, 2011 at 05:04 pm
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Get a Life buddy....
Tim / April 22, 2011 at 08:43 pm
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