Attn hikers

Active Poster Joined: Jul 31 2009 Posts: 72

just curious those of you who hike do you mind "going in the bushes"? I think its normal to not want to but my husband doesnt' see the big deal- its part of hiking, the issue is that sometimes there are a lot of pple and personally I'd prefer not to be seen going to the bathroom, regardless if e/o else does it also. I went but my sister held it in the whole time which my dh thought was soooo "city girl" and it annoys him. I think he's being judgemenytal and needs to realize other pple aren't him and they are entitled to their own opinions and decisions. we decided that I would take a survey here on imamother if my sister and I are normal girls even for those who goes hiking and that he should get over it. please only girls who go hiking answer. anyone who doesnt want to get sweaty etc.... are not part of the survey because I'm trying to prove to him that this middleground opinion exists. thank you

Posted: Mon, Aug 20 2012, 1:26 pm Post subject: re: attn hikers

Ill do it, but only if I can get off the beaten path enough that I can be sure to be alone. Dont like to because of the issue of having to wipe. DH and DS have it easier, but we still make sure we are alone. I dont like doing it, but its better than the alternative.

That said....you do what you feel comfortable with. its your body and your bladder
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If you have no choice, you have no choice. But, I agree it's VERY uncomfortable and unpleasant and sometimes so hard to find a secluded spot. It's also nasty to leave toilet paper in nature, and the alternative is even worse (no tp....).
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Not the most comfortable or pleasant thing to do, but to me it's way more comfortable than trying to hike with a full bladder. Especially because we take long long hikes and I usually am chugging tons of water. Confused

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Gold Member Joined: Nov 01 2010 Posts: 1686

I also think the fact that you were having this conversation with your husband makes a difference. Guys are different like that (anatomically and mindset).

Platinum Member Joined: May 07 2008 Posts: 8963

I have, and I will, because what choice do I have? But not if there are people around--that's why you look for bushes, duh! Sure it's not the most pleasant thing, but neither is a UTI, and a UTI lasts a lot longer.

Gold Member Joined: May 09 2010 Posts: 2119

It's not something I look forward to doing, but if you gotta go you gotta go. There's no point in being prissy about it - just find a place off the trail.
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Posted: Tue, Aug 21 2012, 11:28 pm Post subject: re: attn hikers

It's totally different for women than for men. It's not like we can just stand up straight, whistle a tune, aim, and zip up in a second if we spot another whistling dude.
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Diamond Member Joined: Mar 11 2010 Posts: 3074

Once while hiking with a friend she was really desperate and went into the woods to take care of business. At the most vulnerable time a deer hopped over to watch the show. She almost had a heart attack!

Posted: Wed, Aug 22 2012, 9:52 am Post subject: re: attn hikers

I hate going in the bushes but when u gotta go u gotta go.....
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Platinum Member Joined: Nov 04 2008 Posts: 7928

Yeah I have a hard time relaxing, always paranoid someone is coming.
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Posted: Wed, Aug 22 2012, 12:56 pm Post subject: re: attn hikers

not to hijack the thread but I was wondering how do you use the bathroom in the woods. How does it work logistically-you sit?crouch?

I am travelling with little girls and I am trying to figure out how to have them go in the trees?

Posted: Wed, Aug 22 2012, 1:00 pm Post subject: Re: re: attn hikers

Beginner Joined: Feb 27 2012 Posts: 15

I love to take long hikes in the woods. Very Happy

I drink alot while hiking and therefore I have to "go" alot as well.
So its really simple-enjoy nature, all the way!
Find yourself a nice private spot, far away from people, and do what you gotta do.
(and if there's a deer around-even better!)
The idea is to experience the joy of nature, which you can't do with a full bladder (or whatever)

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Posted: Fri, Aug 24 2012, 12:50 pm Post subject: re: attn hikers

I don't really go on long hikes but a good solution (for urinating) is to bring some very large paper cups and go in those. No crouching necessary. And some wipes and bags to store them in after for clean up. throw them all away when you find a bin.

Beginner Joined: Jan 24 2010 Posts: 14

Hasn't any one gone to Pioneers? I wouldn't bat a lash.

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Active Poster Joined: Oct 16 2010 Posts: 63

yeah for a girl you have to uncover your whole bottom, much more hard to be discreet than a boy who justs unzips. in addition, you have to worry about crouching just so - that you don't get pee all over you legs!