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How to have naked sex outside when it’s freakin’ cold [ love and sex]

In an attempt to celebrate winter, as it is winter for the majority of my readers, I’m going to reprise one of my popular columns – a handy guide to sex in the great outdoors. Instead of naked frolicking in summer fields of wildflowers, I’ll be focusing on how to navigate sex when it’s cold outside. It is important to note that cold weather is not the same everywhere. A gentle reminder to folks that temperatures below freezing can harm your body (hypothermia and frostbite) so pay attention to the temperature. Losing a body part to frostbite might seem like the start of a kick ass story (not really) until that body part is connected to your genitals. Don’t be dumb; be smart and sexy!

Embracing cold weather means learning how to navigate through it comfortably – lots of warm layers, appropriate footwear, emergency supplies in your vehicle, and an appreciation for Mother Nature’s desire to wallop us with surprises. I know none of this sounds particularly sexy. Winter is often about survival while being surrounded by death or at least the hibernation of life. So how do we turn all those layers and that survival energy into a sexual romp in the snow?! With an open mind, some preparation, and a sense of sexy fun. Be a (boy) scout

Winter weather is serious business and the following is something you should be doing regardless of whether or not there will be sexy romping. Be prepared. Make sure you have warm blankets, a first aid kit, water, snacks, boots, a shovel, warm layers, toilet paper, flashlight, a good knife, rescue tool (it cuts through seatbelts and can break a car window), ice scraper, and emergency cash. For most of us, we would store these items in our vehicle and rotate food and water out every 6 months and update the first aid kit and batteries as needed.

If you are venturing outdoors in the winter, for example skiing at a resort or in the backcountry, you would be bringing smaller versions of some of those items in a backpack. A ski resort may not feel like you need to pack a serious safety kit but many resorts don’t have cell service and if you end up off trail and lost, you’ll be happy to have a way to take care of yourself. Also, best practice is to tell someone where you will be and for how long, then they’ll be able to call for help on your behalf.

The additional items you’ll need if your outdoor adventure is going to include sex are condoms and/or dental dams, a warm blanket or sleeping bag, a thermos with a warm drink, lube, body wipes for clean up, and that sense of sexy fun I mentioned earlier. You can stash the lube and body wipes in your car and they should be fine over time. Condoms and dental dams don’t do well in cold temperatures so don’t pack them until you know you will use them.

Reminder: Condoms and dentals dams help with clean up. They also protect from STIs. Yay! Think outside the hot tub

Hot tub sex is fine. Even if it does tend to give vagina owners yeast infections because the treated water messes with the vagina’s pH. Some tips for hot tub sex, if you are determined to have it:

1. A silicone based lube is your friend because it doesn’t wash away as quickly.

2. If you are planning on penetrative sex, insert outside the water and then get in.

3. This is an opportunity for non-pump and thrust sex because pump and thrust will force water into the rectum or vagina.

4. Or try out some mutual masturbation or a good make out session, instead.

If you want to skip the hot tub, try some outdoor activities. Go snowshoeing and find a sturdy tree to have sex standing up! Do the same while skiing but unclip from your skis first. Yes, there is a story here: Once upon a time, a couple pulled over in the trees at a ski resort and proceeded to get their groove on. Unfortunately, they didn’t think it through and remained clipped into their skis. Their naked selves began sliding down the hill, out of the trees, in full view of strangers, and ended up crashing into another set of trees. Moral of the story: Don’t have sex with your skis on. Other winter activities worth exploring for potential sexy fun: Polar bear plunge – some are done in the nude and can really get the blood pumping. Visit a natural hot springs – Colorado is lousy with hot springs and sometimes you can book a private tub or visit one of the bathing suit optional springs. Have a snowball fight, go sledding, make snow angels – letting go of your adult brain for a bit and just have fun. Stay indoors – light a fire, and have a picnic with all of your favorite foods.

Use all the layers you have on to do a tortuous strip tease – do it indoors after a day of adventuring or just coming home from work in a storm. A make out session while ice skating might tick all the boxes – and it’s also ideal when it is way too cold to expose your genitals! Don’t forget . . .

. . .if you are naked outdoors the law will frown on that and you may face serious consequences – up to and including fines, jail time, and a sexual offender label.

Be informed about your state, county, and city laws. Take a moment to think about these consequences and then make a decision about finding a private space where being naked isn’t going to break the law. Finally, make sure that your lovers are consenting to the outdoor sex-capade and have all this information too. Too cold?

I am a big fan of vacations during the winter months. After the holiday rush in December, I look at booking a getaway to warmer climes anytime from January through March. Forget layers! Get into your bathing suit (or not) and dip into some bath-water-warm ocean water!

If you’ve been enjoying my columns, I encourage you to join me at a workshop. I spend more time on these important and fun topics and you will walk away with actionable steps you can take for your sex life.

Next Thursday, February 6th, I’ll be facilitating a workshop on self-pleasure – better known as masturbation! In the workshop we’ll be focusing on why you should have a masturbation practice. Every workshop includes opportunities to ask questions anonymously on any topic. We set group guidelines before we start and I work to maintain a safe and supportive learning space. Visit my website for the link to purchase tickets and learn more about this and future workshops for adults! Erin Brandt (she/her/hers) has been a sexologist for 15 years. When she’s not spreading sexual knowledge, Erin can be found learning from her child, hiking with her partner, cuddling with her pitbull, knitting with her cat, dancing with friends, and searching for the nearest hammock and ocean breeze. Want more? Visit www.positivesexed.com. Brigitte Tohm/Pexels 22 | Thursday, January 30, 2020 •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

Horoscope ARIES (March 21 to April 19) This is a tricky couple of weeks. You are empowered because the Moon is in your sign; nevertheless, it’s a poor time for important decisions or shopping. Be aware of this. Restrict your spending to food, gas, or entertainment. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Relations with bosses and authority figures are great. However, this is a poor time to volunteer for anything or to try to make a great impression on your boss. Keep your head down and your powder dry. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) This is an excellent time for a heart-toheart discussion with a female friend because people are ready to let their hair down and be honest. Nevertheless, don’t agree to anything important. Just talk. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) You might appear indecisive to others, especially bosses. Ideally, agree to nothing important during this time and don’t volunteer for anything. It’s a bad time for financial decisions as well. LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) Even though you want to do something different today, keep it low-key. Restrict your spending to food, gas, and entertainment. Enjoy the company of someone “different.” VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) Be careful during this time because you might be interested in financial matters, debt, and shared property. However, this is a poor time for financial decisions. Don’t even shop. LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Don’t agree to anything important when talking to partners or close friends right now. When it comes to spending money,

confine your spending to gas, food, and entertainment. restrict purchases to food, gas, and entertainment.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) This is a poor time to make decisions at work or related to your health. Just coast and keep things simple.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) This is a highly creative time for you! Write down your original ideas. Enjoy schmoozing with friends, but restrict spending to food, gas and entertainment.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Home, family, and your private life are your priority right now. In fact, you will want to cocoon at home. But do not shop for your home – only buy food and gas.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) It’s easy for your mind to think outside the box right now. This is a great day for a short trip. However, if spending money, PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) You are focused on money and perhaps even shopping right now. Not wise. Restrict your spending to food, gas, and entertainment right now. This is a poor time to initiate new decisions or spend money – definitely.

BORN DURING THESE TWO WEEKS You are multitalented, motivated and alert. At times, you appear eccentric. You love the challenge of juggling several jobs. This year you’re wrapping up many things you began nine years ago by letting go of what is no longer relevant and moving on to something new and different. You are lightening your load to get ready for new beginnings!

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9 PM BEST CHEST IN THE WEST

Starlight Lounges - 937 Main

Guys and gals!! If you’re chest-worthy and want to ‘rack’ up some prizes, hit us with your best shot and show us what you’ve got! Must be 21+.

10 PM SNOWDOWN FOLLIES - SECOND SATURDAY PERFORMANCE

Live at both: Henry Strater Theater - 699 Main and Durango Arts Center Theater - 802 E 2nd

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10 PM SNOWDOWN FOLLIES VIDEOCAST

Animas City Theatre - 128 E College Dr

10 PM KARAOKE CONTEST

8TH Avenue Tavern - 509 E 8TH Ave

11 PM ROCK AND ROLL COSTUME GALA

Derailed Pour House - 725 Main

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9 AM 3-ON-3 BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT

Durango Recreation Center - 2700 Main

10 AM SNOWDOWN TRUCK PULL

Illete Fitness - 659 Tech Center Dr

Truck Yeah! Teams and Individuals will compete to pull a truck, hand over hand, 100 feet! Prizes will be awarded for fastest male, female and team. Must be 18+.

7 AM - 12 NOON LA PLATA COUNTY SEARCH AND RESCUE PANCAKE BREAKFAST & SILENT AUCTION

La Plata County Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall - 2500 Main

Hosted by La Plata County Search and Rescue. Support Search & Rescue! All you can eat pancakes, ham, eggs, coffee and juice! Come to our breakfast and we’ll come to your rescue!

8 AM SNOWDOWN BALLOON RALLY & MASS ASCENSION

HWY 550 N, N Side of Hermosa Meadows Rd (Park at 11 AM 8 BALL BILLIARDS TOURNAMENT

The Garage - 121 W 8th St

Now in its 2th year! Double elimination tournament with up to 64 players. Pick your own music on our Jukebox and rock into the afternoon. Must be 21+.

12:30 PM TEXAS HOLD EM POKER TOURNAMENT

Starlight Lounge - 937 Main Ave

Every gambler knows Poker! “You got to know when to hold’em, know when to fold’em, Know when to walk away and know when to run.” Must be 21+.