More of the Bigger things at The Grand Barn 

With the new added 90+ acres, it makes of TGB resort a near 250 acre domaine where all those "At Ease With Nudity" can come and enjoy the superlative freedom that is existant at THE GRAND BARN. Looking back at 1988, the year in which TGB was acquired, I'm pleased to say that so much has been done since, so that our first visitors would most probably not recognize the place. Myself, Peter Riden, as owner and chief in command, can say that the presence of some great supporters, in the initial days, has indicated to Me that indeed it was a place people would cherish and make their second home. A very self-selected crowd we have, I must say. You find the more high-tech, thinking, and knowledgeable people coming our way. And their liberalism and love for freedom is what makes this crowd so different than what most other places tend to gather. 

 

 

 

Many come for a visit and do not come back. They don't find the usual ambiance of the routine of blabbing for nothing at one same spot for few hours. Everything is giant at TGB from the obvious Barn-clubhouse of 220 foot long to its territory for exploration spread on near 250 acres. That means that, unless you can enjoy TGB for all there is to be seen and appreciated, you'll not like the efforts demanded upon you to walk it and discover it by yourself. No other clubs in the whole of North America, except a few on the west coast located near giant firs, will offer you the breath-taking size of trees that can be seen at TGB. But you've got to walk! If one is the type who stays put and wants only to sit and do nothing, you might miss such spectacle. It will also mean that you did not savor this experimental aspect of TGB. There are many trails that are bringing you right at the footsteps of those venerable trees. "Recognition Tree", "The Mystic", "The Ancestor", "Big Brother", and most of all "The Portal Tree" are only a few of the giants you can see with your own eyes and be impressed with their stature. The "Back-40" is quite something in what it offers in sight and a diversity unequalled by any other camp/resort/club or recreational area. 

That bigger aspect goes on with an all Peter-made lake known as Desire Lake. This area has become the fave of our regular visitors and can be accessed either by walking or driving. Taking into consideration it has been dug with a backhoe, you can't expect "Superior Lake", but its 350 foot length of water by an irregular 200 or so foot wide can give you an idea of the size. Its natural partly bolder sided shore adds to the beauty and difference of Desire Lake. A 31 foot bridging structure brings you from Peace Camp to Lovers' Island. The pier area allows for pedal boats and other floating structures. Even our Camper~Boat makes an excellent feature for those who want to experience the difference at TGB. 

 

 

We've talked about the farthest feature but, when coming at TGB, you're obviously first facing the giant Barn itself. Easy for you to guess that TGB takes its name from such structure. Its surrounding has been leveled and landscaped so that for our earlier pioneer visitors it feels like such a big contrast from the days where the back was having its rather tall grass and not much was there in term of accommodations. The adjacent fields are used for growing corn so it gives quite a good secluding fence from the outside world. Not that it's necessary as the distance from any neighbours is already quite sufficient but for the more unaccoustomed to be free in the Nude it adds a sense of accrued privacy. Those fields, at any time, can be redirected for the purpose of expanding our camping area. There are 60 acres right there that can be fully converted into lots for added visitors. Remember, at TGB, all is bigger and we mean it. There are actually 80 lots serviceable as of the new coming '97 season at TGB and much more could be added. For those who enjoy entertainment, TGB has a stage on its main upper-floor that matchess the size of other clubhouses in many other clubs. It's 40 foot wide by 30 foot deep and has a 3 level elevation, the highest standing at 13 feet above the main floor. Performances can be given, from music concert featuring the tremendous group *Concept* to other great skilled musicians. You can have theater acts, video projections, seminars, comedy and what have you. It's all there for those who would want to organize such. Also on that main floor we have the space for sport as some already can practice their skills in ping-pong, badminton or volley ball. If it rains,no problems,it's all indoors. A complete kitchen and bar area to service the main floor is next on the aganda. 

At the moment, our snack bar with full course meals service is available to all. Many regulars do enjoy our homey type of cooking. Or you can have litle snacks here at TGB rather than having to run at the local store. Joint to this main structure of TGB, we have the pool and sun-tanning area with plenty of place to sit and relax. You can either be on our big 100 foot long giant cement slab or go right on the grass next to it. You need shadow? You come right under the roof of the pool area. Our hot tub is a favorite for all regulars at TGB and our non-excessive temperature allows you to enjoy for longer time, a practice we're pioneering for the delight of our crowd. The 2 giant silos are our landmarks to be seen from far, but take note they are to become inhabited towers with self-contained unit on each floor and panoramic viewing area on top of each. Again bigger than any other structure where one can go nude and free. This would also implied being open all year round. Something you may want to check for the future to come. 

After reading all this, if anyone can't see all what's being offered with, it tells you only one thing. The place is not fit for such person. Considering that the main rule here is common sense, it should be an added incentive for the many to come our way. No gravel roads, we're right by the Trans-Canada Hwy 417, exit 17 Barb Road within a mile from exit on the north side. TGB, in fact can be seen from the highway 417. Isn't it nice to not have to go for miles and miles in tortuous roads but find your way right there. 

 

To conclude on a most important note, TGB has been the pioneer in giving access to singles on an equal gender basis undiscrimnate of status. We are the first but we'll check who'll follow in our footsteps. Not only allowing singles but being fair with them. Not, as all others do, charging single males more than single women or equivalent to couples. Not here at TGB. A couple means 2 people. When coming at TGB, that's what we see, 2 people and they pay consequently. As pioneer, our membership rates do accommodate other forms of relationships as we are aware that poly choices are the way of the future. That's why our policy of equal access fits to all. 

 

If interested to know about all our prices and a more detailed presentation of TGB you can check us all on our Website located at http://the-grand-barn.com As a regular contributor to Virtual Naturist magazine I'll be glad to pass along thoughts related to our approach in regard of many current topics related with being "At Ease With Nudity". 

I can also be reached at:
777-305 Barb Road, Vankleek Hill, ON K0B 1R0, CANADA 

In Friendship 

Peter Riden