[pct-l] Bathroom stops revisited

[Lindsey Sommer]

Good question, also curious! I know there are some people who people around
their tent to try and deter critters, so maybe this has the same effect, or
none at all. Interesting.

Lindsey

On Thu, Jul 12, 2012 at 2:05 PM, Kathi <pogo at pctwalker.com> wrote:

> So all of this peeing in containers in the tent made me wonder if the
> smell would attract bears or other critters. A search on the internet
> says that it does. So what is the consensus on that? Has anyone read
> anything? I don't think I will try and pee in my tent just because with
> my luck I will get it all over my sleeping bag or spill it or something.
> I am curious about it attracting critters though if you have a container
> in your tent or go just outside your tent to relieve yourself. Thoughts?
>
> Kathi "Puddles"
>
> On 7/12/12 10:36 AM, Susan Alcorn wrote:
> > I find that an empty 1-qt yogurt container works well for middle of the
> night
> > peeing (for women) . Depending on the height of your tent, it may not be
> > necessary to go outside--yay! The container, when clean and dry, can
> hold your
> > pack towel and other toiletries.
> > Cheers,
> > Susan Alcorn
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