BELLINGHAM, Wash. — The folks who organize Bellingham’s annual naked bike ride are sponsoring another body-baring event: a top optional walk.

Zachary Robertson with Bellingham Body Rights says the goal is to allow women to bare their chests in public in a non-sexual way.

He says that, as a man, he’s enjoyed being able to go shirtless, and women should be able to feel the same freedom…

The event begins with a picnic starting at 11 AM August 24th at Laurel Park.

Everyone, topless or not, is invited to attend.