Gor those not blessed with a fully self contained motorcaravan the lomond nat park have supplied the following gem.
How to poo in the park?!
OK not a subject we often want to think or talk about but for wild campers and backpackers this is a serious part of planning a great 'wild adventure'.
Many people enjoy backpacking and wild camping in the Cairngorms National Park, most visitors leave behind no evidence of their visit but the issue of toileting in the wild is an increasing problem in some hotspot areas.
Like any trip away planning is key and by being prepared and following some simple steps you can do your bit to act responsibly and help us to protect this special place.
Prepare a poop-kit before you leave home including a trowel, toilet paper, small plastic bags and hand sanitiser.
When you need to go follow these simple steps:
Dig a hole 30m away from water, buildings or other people and animals*
Do your thing and bury your poo in the hole and cover
Bag up toilet paper or sanitary items. These can go in a bin when you get to one.
*Be prepared by taking extra small plastic bags in case you cannot find a suitable place to dig a hole. Do your thing into the bag, tied bag up and carry it out. Dispose of it responsibly in a bin or toilet when you get to one.
For more information on how to wild camp in the park visit https://cairngorms.co.uk/discover-explore/enjoying-the-park/planning-a-visit/camping-in-the-park/
#CairngormsTogether
#mountaineeringscotland
#wildcamping
#visitcairngorms
How to poo in the park?!
OK not a subject we often want to think or talk about but for wild campers and backpackers this is a serious part of planning a great 'wild adventure'.
Many people enjoy backpacking and wild camping in the Cairngorms National Park, most visitors leave behind no evidence of their visit but the issue of toileting in the wild is an increasing problem in some hotspot areas.
Like any trip away planning is key and by being prepared and following some simple steps you can do your bit to act responsibly and help us to protect this special place.
Prepare a poop-kit before you leave home including a trowel, toilet paper, small plastic bags and hand sanitiser.
When you need to go follow these simple steps:
Dig a hole 30m away from water, buildings or other people and animals*
Do your thing and bury your poo in the hole and cover
Bag up toilet paper or sanitary items. These can go in a bin when you get to one.
*Be prepared by taking extra small plastic bags in case you cannot find a suitable place to dig a hole. Do your thing into the bag, tied bag up and carry it out. Dispose of it responsibly in a bin or toilet when you get to one.
For more information on how to wild camp in the park visit https://cairngorms.co.uk/discover-explore/enjoying-the-park/planning-a-visit/camping-in-the-park/
#CairngormsTogether
#mountaineeringscotland
#wildcamping
#visitcairngorms
