Though I don’t always subscribe to the gonzo style of journalism, there was something that told me I might have to adjust my approach for this one. Tallahassee Naturally is a naturist society, and combined with their collegiate partner Naturally FSU, they host a monthly skinny dip. But every weekend can be a great one to shed your clothes and enjoy nature, well, naturally.

The visuals were scarce, I was surprised how modest and reserved the people I met at a nudist colony could be, but you can read more about what I found on my night at the lake here:

http://www.tallahassee.com/story/news/2015/08/10/swimming-nude-blue-moon/31418849/

Been a wonderful summer here and, for a college town, there is still plenty to enjoy when the kids are off for the school year. Though the humidity certainly builds, folks here find plenty of ways to cool off. There is something magic about the summer months.

Make no mistake: Tallahassee is no beach town. There is however, a majestic and meandering forested drive that will take you down to the aptly named Forgotten Coast. I’ve never a seen waterfront expanse with less pretension. Luckily this new world is a short trip and my work has taken me down to the gulf for a few photo assignments in the last couple weeks. From sea turtle rehabilitation, to oyster and scallop season, it’s been a lovely reprieve from city life. If you’re looking for a nice stretch of beach, the fresh catch of the day and a bag of cajun boiled peanuts: welcome to the gulf coast.