Here is some fun toilet humor for the trail. Whenever we have to relieve ourselves outdoors, it can be straining. It can be a shocking and life changing experience for those new to the enterprise, especially if things go awry. This rating system can help soften the blow of going outdoors. When someone goes number two, they can rate the experience using the following 5-star system and share their results with their group. Group members can keep track of their scores throughout the trip and compare results at the end to see who has the highest score overall.
The system works as a checklist. Start at 1-star and check off each item that was achieved during your escapade into the bushes. For example, if you: did not fall in, did not get rained on or freeze, and had a good view, then your experience was 3-stars. Additionally, the 5-star system can add a bit of humor to the task of teaching newbies how to relieve themselves properly outdoors using Leave No Trace techniques.
1 Star = Did not fall in...
2 Star = Did not get rained on or freeze.
3 Star = Had a good view.
4 Star = Saw a wild animal, also didn't get attached by said animal.
5 Star = Saw someone who didn't see you, or heard someone who didn't hear you...
Enjoy the go,
By David F. Garner