Applying for Membership
When can I apply for A-level membership?
‘A’ Membership applications are accepted at any time. If you're comfortable with nude recreation, and know that you want to participate in a cooperative family-oriented nudist community, then apply. If you aren't sure about the whole social nudity thing, you may still apply, or you may wish to spend time here as a visitor, while getting to know people and seeing if it’s for you. All who have an interest in being part of the wholesomeness of healthful outdoor nude recreation and the simple joy of social nudity are welcome to apply and all applications will be considered. Your application is kept private and is never shared.
‘AA’ Membership applications are accepted after one full year of A Membership. The AA membership is a buy-in and property-owning membership that shares in the cooperative ownership of the club, and as such is subject to a lengthier application process.
What is the process to apply for the A-Level membership?
Contact the membership committee by e-mail at at lowc.info@gmail.com, or ask the Gatekeeper to put you in touch via text. Please allow some time for a response, especially during the off-season.
They will arrange for an interview at a mutually convenient time. The purpose of the interview is for both parties to understand what membership in LOWC means and to establish that there is a good fit and commitment to being part of the community.
After the successful completion of the interview and orientation, an application will be submitted with your payment of a non-refundable $65.00 application fee.
A background check may be completed.
The membership committee will bring the application to the next Board meeting (held on the second Saturday of each month, excepting November, January, February, and March). The applicant may attend the Board meeting where the application is discussed, but is not required to. If you attend, you'll have an opportunity to meet the Board, ask questions and answer questions they may have for you. Membership decisions are made after the board meeting in closed session.
Once approved by the Board, the new family, couple, or individual will then become member(s) of our club and be given keys and have full member access to the grounds and amenities. Members also contribute year ‘round to the maintenance and/or betterment of the club by virtue of their individual aptitudes, strengths, or preferences. Any inappropriate behavior will result in loss of A-level membership status.
About the Limited Term C-Level membership
Open to couples, singles, or families who are almost ready to apply for A membership. The C level is a non-voting limited term (one season) member that can be renewed annually by paying the application fee. You will check in with the gatekeeper each visit and wear a wristband.
Membership Dues & Fees
Membership Application Fee | One time Fee to apply for A Membership (include with application) | $65 |
One time Fee to apply for AA Membership (AA applications are available to A members of one year or more, in good standing. Include with application) A Members who have been pre-approved for AA but have not purchased a house/lot must re-apply and pay this fee. |
$250 | |
A and AA Membership Dues |
Annual Dues per membership (Family, Couple, Single) Dues are prorated as necessary for members joining in midyear: Jan 867; Feb 795; Mar 723; Apr 650; May 578; June 506 July 434; Aug 361; Sep 289; Oct 217; Nov 145; Dec 72
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$867 (A/AA)
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AA | Buy-In Fee (one time). Paid with submission of Application. | $5,000 |
B Membership |
Annual Dues Available to Non-Resident (more than 75 miles) Family, Couple, or Single |
$130 |
Limited Term C Membership |
Annual Dues Family, Couple, or Single |
$50 |
Miscellaneous Dues and Fees for Members | ||
Stewardship Fee (included in annual dues) | AA Members only. Per lot / Annual | $210 |
Restricted Funds Reserves (included in annual dues) | AA Members only. Per lot / Annual | $248 |
Permanent Trailer Site Fee |
North Side near North Gate / Yearly
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$1000 |
South Side of Lake / Annual (Prorated fees: Jan $700; Feb $550; Mar $500; Apr $450; May $400; Jun $350; Jul $300; Aug $250; Sep $200; Oct $150; Nov $100; Dec $50) |
$700 | |
Transfer Site Fee | Per site, payable to "LOWC" | $100 |
Returned Check Fee | Per check, payable to "LOWC" | $50 |
Property Taxes | Payment of Member taxes + any wire fees, + late fees, and @ 28%/year | $25 |
Late fees | $35 per month and 28% per year | 28% |
Front Gate Key Pad Fee | Assigned Number / Annual | $50 |
AANR Dues (incl in annual dues) |
American Association for Nude Recreation. We are a 100% AANR-Affiliated Club, and AANR membership is included with your Lake O' The Woods membership. |
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TNS Dues | The Naturist Society discounted renewal with LOWC Regular / Senior, Student |
$50 / $40 |
Visitor Passes | Not ready to become a Member? See our Visitor Fees page for information about our daily fees, Our new C-Pass Limited Membership, and overnight options. |