Is it OK to pee in a forest?

“Nothing earthshattering has happened to how you pee in the woods,” Bond said. It’s a rule of thumb to urinate at least 200 feet from a water source — unless you’re rafting or kayaking, in which case it’s a good idea to pee in the water. Urine is mostly water, so it will dilute in large bodies of water.

Where do you pee on a trail?

Peeing on the trail is pretty straightforward: head away from water sources, the trail and campsites and find a private spot to go. Urine doesn’t have much effect on animals, plants or soil the way poop does. If possible, try to pee on rocks or gravel rather than plants.

How do you pee in the wild?

Tips to pee (or poop) Outdoors

1. Follow Leave No Trace principals, and always go at least 200 feet from any trail, camp, or water source.
2. Find the most level, sturdy ground you can.
3. Minimize the amount of vegetation you will urinate on.
4. Face downhill or downslope.
5. Keep your back to the wind!

How can I aim better when I pee?

Rather, it’s all about angle — and the smaller the angle, the better. The greatest pee splash occurred when the urine stream came in angled perpendicular to the urinal wall, down to about 45 degrees. An impact angle that was slightly smaller gave the cleanest results.

Is it OK to pee in nature?

Peeing outside is not “dirty” as urine (unless you have a urinary tract infection) is sterile. When peeing outside, it’s advisable to aim away from plants a little as it can burn the roots of some species due to its high nitrogen content.

Does peeing in the woods attract animals?

Answer: Pee, by any other name, still smells the same, and bears, lions, and other predators are interested in anything that smells interesting.

What is the best way to pee on a hill?

The flatter you can keep your feet on the ground (heels down, butt down), the less likely you are to lose your balance, pee on your own feet, or pee on the shielding jacket. Face downhill if you can, or at least stand on flat ground—when you’re this close to the ground, peeing uphill is a lot like peeing into the wind.

Where should you not pee on a hike?

Don’t pee in places where you plan to cook, sleep, or forage—or where you think others might reasonably do the same. Don’t pee right on the edges of a busy trail or other high-traffic areas—the stink adds up! Try to avoid mixing urine and feces when you can.

What is the best way to pee in the tundra?

Face downhill if you can, or at least stand on flat ground—when you’re this close to the ground, peeing uphill is a lot like peeing into the wind. We like this method because it provides some cover, even if you’re in the tundra or a snowy landscape where no natural cover is to be had.