Being Sick in the Great Outdoors
Jul 24th, 2007 by Jeremy
As I mentioned in my previous post, I headed out into the great outdoors of Yellowstone National Park. I had a great time overall, but I have to admit the first day and night were ones to remember for other reasons. Being sick in the outdoors is not not what I would call great.
Prior to leaving, I had been battling some sickness, which without any unflattering details, left me visiting the restroom facilities a bit more than normal. I thought things had passed just before leaving, but by nightfall I found the uncomfortable rumblings returning.
If you have ever stayed overnight at a campground with a pit toilet, they are better than none at all, but not much more. The smell and thought of what lies below is enough to keep you away unless absolutely necessary. Now consider that I spent much of my first night frequenting this facility. Not a pleasant thought.
Fortunately that first night was the last for such uncomfortable and restless evenings, and I spent the rest of the week able to enjoy the trip with much more ease. That first night was definitely memorable though, I’ll give it that.
