Pooping in the Woods Let’s talk Number 2

Let’s talk about pooping in the woods: what everyone does but no one wants to talk about. In this episode of The Road Hunter Podcast, we’re getting real (and maybe a little ridiculous) about how to poop comfortably, cleanly, and confidently in the great outdoors.

Related: failed outdoors adventures.

Whether you’re overlanding, thru-hiking, or car camping for the weekend, this episode is full of practical advice and product recs to make your wilderness bathroom breaks a whole lot better.

Rule One: Never Leave Home Without Toilet Paper

Call it mountain money: a roll of TP costs almost nothing at home and becomes priceless the moment you need it and don’t have it. Leaves are not a backup plan. Pack it every single trip, truck and Jeep both, and treat it like a non-negotiable item on your gear checklist alongside binos and a rangefinder.

No-Gear Strategy: Tree Hug vs. Wall Sit

Without equipment, you’ve got two real options: hug a sturdy tree and lower yourself down, or do a wall-sit-style squat with feet kicked well out in front. The tree hug works better for most people since a true wall sit puts you dangerously close to your own trajectory unless your legs are noticeably longer than your arms.

Comfort Upgrades: From Bumper Hitch Seat to Full Camp Toilet

For everyday truck use, a hitch-mounted portable seat (the “bumper dumper” style) sets up fast, holds real weight, and packs away small: the only tradeoff is zero privacy. For camping, a proper portable camping toilet with a flush mechanism and waste tablets is the most comfortable option but takes real setup and breakdown time, making it better suited to a basecamp than a quick truck stop.

• Always handle number one before number two to avoid splashback
• Dig a proper cat hole and bury everything: never leave waste at a gate or popular parking spot where others walk
• A hitch-mounted seat is the best balance of speed and comfort for regular truck use; a full camp toilet wins for multi-day basecamps

FAQ: Going to the Bathroom in the Backcountry

How do you properly dispose of human waste while hunting or camping?

Dig a cat hole away from trails, water sources, and gates, then bury waste and toilet paper completely when finished. Never leave it on the surface near a common access point.

What’s the most comfortable portable toilet option for truck-based hunting?

A hitch-mounted seat that locks into a receiver hitch offers a stable, quick setup with minimal cleanup, though it sacrifices privacy compared to a full enclosed camping toilet.

Have a strategy, bring your TP, and bury your business. Thanks for listening to a topic nobody else wants to cover.