What goes in must come out and with millions of people venturing into America’s wilderness every year it’s not hard to understand why "improper disposal of human waste is one of the most critical issues that recreationalist, agency personal and wildlife face today", according to the Leave No Trace organization.

By following these simple principles we can keep water sources pure, reduce the spread of disease, maximize decomposition and keep the most inspiring places on earth pristine and beautiful for the next group to enjoy.

Use the length of the trowel (7 1/2in) to make sure your hole is deep enough.

Pack out toilet paper in a plastic baggy. Forest fires have been started from burning it.

Widely used around the world, the squat is the most natural way to poop in nature.

If you can find the right perch, this is a nice relaxing way to relieve yourself in the woods.

Kinda fun to do and gives great clearance if you're worried about contact.

Can be liberating but it's always dangerous to face your demons.