You are in the woods at a public gathering and no latrine available.
1For public health and safety, dig a trench no more than one shovel's width in a secluded area for privacy. The trench should be no more than six inches deep as the microbes that break down waste don't live much deeper than that, and narrow enough to straddle.Ad
2After you are finished, make sure to cover everything with loose dirt. This will keep away flies, odor, and disease. It's important to always have a clean camp.Ad
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- If there is no shovel available you may use whatever is available: a can, a pan, a stick or board.
- Make sure you dig at least 100 yards (91.4 m) away from any water source like a river or pond.
- Be observant when utilizing the latrine. The contents of your pockets might fall out, and if you are wearing overalls you must be careful of the straps. Watch out for your cellphone if it is hooked to your pants.
Sources and Citations
- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pit_latrine - Wikipedia page for the pit latrine