The Travasuns are making a weekend trip to the nude beach on Martha’s Vineyard Massachusetts  for Summer 2014. Dates will be announced when they are set.

Arrangement are being co-ordinated by Steve Giblen of Pilgrim Naturists.

He will meet you at the Ferry Dock at Vineyard Haven on Martha’s Vineyard. He will be holding a “Long Island Travasuns” sign for identification. You do not need to take your car on the ferry, you can park it for the weekend at Woods Hole on the mainland. Steve will meet you with a shuttle bus to get you to your accommodations and to the beach.

You can also use this information to plan your own trip to Martha’s Vineyard nude beach.

Or check with Steve about other dates of day trips he coordinates for Pilgrim Naturists.

Guided Day-Trip to Clothes-Optional Beach

At Aquinnah (Gayhead) Martha’s Vineyard Island, Massachusetts

Moshup Beach General Area

From: DATES FOR SUMMER 2014 TRIPS TO BE ANNOUNCED

Join us for this perennial favorite to a nude area on Martha’s Vineyard Island, Massachusetts, at Aquinnah (Gayhead) near the Gayhead lighthouse.

Travelers need to take the Saturday morning 9:30 AM ferry from Woods Hole Ferry Terminal on Cape Cod (just south of Falmouth) for the crossing to Oaks Bluff township on the island. There you meet up with Pilgrim’s Steve Giblin who will already be on the island ahead of everyone. Steve meets people with a “Long Island Travasuns” sign at the dock. From there you will share the cost of taxis or a shuttle van to get to the beach. Arrival at the beach itself is late morning.

Bring everything you need for a several hour stay as this beach is remote and there are no services.

Pack a cover up in the event of a cool sea breeze or too much sun, sunscreen (SPF 15 or higher recommended), bathing suit for off-site movements, snacks or lunch, and plenty of liquid refreshments. We also recommend some good sandals or sneakers for a short crossing over a rocky area of the beach to the traditional nude area.

Late afternoon the taxis return to pick the group up for the return trip back to town. Travelers can then elect to return to the mainland or remain on the island for some touristing, dinner, and a later ferry. Some people return to the mainland and take in Woods Hole or other Cape Cod offerings.

Overall estimated cost for the trip including parking, round trip ferry, and the cost of taxi share runs about $45 per person on the average. Those car-pooling and sharing parking will have a lesser cost of course.

Steve has a plan for public transit travelers from the Boston area. Ask for details and we will have Steve contact you. It is possible!

Alternate Ferry service is available from Quonsett Point in Narragansett, RI but the RI ferry arrives at a different time. Anyone using this ferry needs to let Steve know so he can meet that boat and hold the group till everyone is there from both crossings.

Get a ferry schedule! Don’t get stuck on the island! Last ferry returns to the mainland around 9:00 PM.

You must register with us at the following e-mail address with name, reply e-mail address, number in your party, and contact phone. Steve will need your phone number in the event of last minute changes, bad weather, etc. We will give you Steve’s number in return if you have any questions.

Any inclement weather announcements or changes will be posted to our announcement line at 617-942-1150. Rain date is usually the following Sunday.

Post Script - In 2006 the town announced a plan for enforcing its standing anti-nudity ordinance ($50 fine - non-criminal offense). Numerous reports received state that the anti-nudity signs are down and there has been no evidence of enforcement since then. The location appears to be status quo as far as nudity is concerned.

Storm Info - We have received many questions regarding storm damage or erosion from winter storms and Hurricane Sandy. As of this writing (May 2013) we have not received any reliable information on the condition of the beach, however the prevailing wisdom is that the beach is on a westerly exposure which would have seen less impact from these storms.

Register/questions at: pilgrim@sunclad.com. Please enter “MV TRIP” in the subject line.
Or call 617-942-1150 for our voice mail service.

Additional Information:

Ferry
Take 9:30 Saturday Boat from Woods Hole to Oak Bluffs

Passenger ONLY fees:
Adult $16.00 Round Trip , Per Person
Child 5-12, $8.50 Round Trip , Per Child
5 and Under, Free
http://www.steamshipauthority.com/ssa/index.cfm

Steamship Parking Lots
$12.00 A Day, Free Shuttle Bus to Ferry

If you wish to take your car to Martha’s Vineyard you must check availability and make a reservation for both going to and leaving Martha’s Vineyard. There are no spaces available at this time to return on Sunday August 25, 2013!

We highly recommend that you do not take your car over to Martha’s Vineyard. Steve will help arrange shuttle taxi transportation from the ferry dock to the beach and to your accommodations. There are numerous restaurants within walking distance of all the recommended accommodations in the town of Oak Bluffs.

The nude beach is located at the opposite end of the island about 22 miles from Oak Bluffs. The

On-Island Taxi or Van, Dock-To-Beach Shuttle arranged by Steve Giblin.
Approx $16.00 Per Person, Tip Included
Beach is 22 miles from ferry dock, 45 minute ride

You can also travel around the entire island on public buses run by Martha’s Vineyard Transit Authority.  www.vineyardtransit.com

Other Ferry Services
Passenger Ferry from Falmouth, MA to Oak Bluffs http://www.hy-linecruises.com/"
Passenger Ferry from Quonset Point, RI to Oak Bluffs http://www.vineyardfastferry.com/"
Passenger From New York City to Martha's Vineyard Seastreak Ferry New Jersey, New York and New Bedford, Martha's Vineyard
Please remember to tell us which ferry you will arrive on that morning. Ferry boats come in to different docks at Oak Bluffs

CONTACT STEVE GIBLIN at 617 460-5706 so he knows to expect you and if you have questions.

If you are traveling up on Friday by car and want to stay on Martha’s Vineyard, you must make sure to have a reserved space on the ferry for your car for both directions!

Places to stay in town of Oak Bluffs on Martha’s Vineyard recommended by Steve.

You need to make your own reservations.

Nashua House, Oak Bluffs - www.nashuahouse.com     508-693-0043  888-343-0043

Madison Inn, Oak Bluffs - www.madisoninnmv.com    508-693-2760  800-564-2760

Attleboro House, Oak Bluffs

Dockside Inn, Oak Bluffs - www.docksideinnmv.com     1 800 245-5979

Narragansett House, Oak Bluffs - www.narragansetthouse.com 508-693-3627  888-693-3627

Tivoli Inn, Oak Bluffs - www.tivoliinn.com     508-693-7928

The Towers Oak Bluffs

The Look Inn Vineyard Haven

Youth Hostel - West Tinsbury

You do not need to bring beach umbrellas nor beach chairs , Steve has them available for your use. So you can travel light!

CONTACT STEVE GIBLIN at 617 460-5706

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN JOINING US ON ONE OF THE SUMMER 2014 TRIPS, YOU CAN LET US KNOW AND WE WILL PUT YOU ON A MAILING LIST TO KEEP YOU INFORMED.  JUST CLICK BELOW AND PROVIDE US WITH YOUR NAME, PHONE NUMBER AND EMAIL ADDRESS SO WE CAN KEEP YOU INFORMED:

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