Hi , i live in Montreal and there is a nudist beach near my house. I wasn’t raised as a nudist and i never really thought about being one myself until i passed by the beach and saw how nice life would be like that. From that day, i started practicing nudism in my house (i live alone), but i have never been nude in-front of anyone in public.

I want to try and go to the nude beach, but i am afraid of being stared at (i am not confident with my body) or doing something wrong and being hated.

The beach near my house is very crowded so i don’t think many people will look at me in particular, but my questions are:

-is it ok if i don’t get nude as soon as i get there? like if i stay dressed the first few hours and then take my swimsuit off?

-If i get an erection, what should i do?

-do people look or stare at others while at the beach?

-What are the things i shouldn’t do?

-if i stay dressed, is it ok do initiate a conversation with a nude person, or do i have to be nude to talk to others?

Any recommendations or suggestions will be greatly appreciated! thank you :)

Is there etiquette about wearing sunglasses to a nudist resort or nude beach?

Are body piercings frowned upon at clothing-optional or nudist resorts?

Its 2015, where are some non-resort locations that are safe for freehiking? I’ve read about some but they were old reports and lacked detail.

I can’t go to a Resort because my wife doesnt do clothing free (or optional)

I’ve been to Blacks Beach, but looking for other locations

thanks