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Whether you are out on a snowshoeing adventure or ice fishing this winter, you're going to have to interact with the environment in a most unnaturally natural manner. Probably all of us have been spoiled by the wonders of indoor plumbing and the convenience and privacy that such a thing provides. When you are in the wild, however, there is little place comfort or ease. Here is the responsible way to do your duty after you've done your doody.
If you are going into the wild, make sure to bring a small spade with you. When deciding on an area to make your mark, take heed to be at least 200 feet from a water source or 80 adult paces, according to the Boy Scouts of America.
Find an out-of-the-way place with rich, organic soil. Dig the hole 6-8 inches deep (4-6 deep in the desert) and 4-6 inches wide. Make a deposit. Fill the hole. Never use the same spot twice.
If you are camping or traveling with a group, it is important to make sure that everyone spreads out their waste deposits. For privacy's sake, it might be good to give everyone their own territory to mark. This will also reduce the amounts of possible mishaps.
Remember to protect the water supply and curb your personal ecological impact when nature calls.
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