How to Take a Shower in a Tent or Camper

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Refer to the "Things you'll need" list below;

   (Or use two bath towels, one on top of the other.) , If you are worried about anything else nearby getting wet, drape a poncho or plastic bag over it.
   
   In a camper, be especially careful to cover any electrical outlets that may be within your splash zone. , One gallon is plenty for me, but I have short hair.
   
   Put the big cup in it and set it on the stool or counter top next to the edge of the beach towel. , within reach.
   
   Also your drying off towel. ,,, Step carefully around within the basin to make the most space where the water will fall. (e.g.
   
   If you are pouring water to rinse your back, step forward in the basin to leave space behind you.) ,,,,
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   Step 2: Fold the beach towel in half

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   Step 3: and spread it on the floor.

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   Step 4: Clear an area about 1 foot (0.3 m) around the beach towel.

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   Step 5: Prepare your basin of warm water.

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   Step 6: Put your soap etc.

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   Step 7: Close the windows/curtains for privacy and strip down.

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   Step 8: Center the big

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   Step 9: shallow basin on the floor towel and step into it.

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    Step 10: Use the cup to dip water to douse yourself with water to wet down

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    Step 11: wash and rinse.

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    Step 12: When you're pretty much washed & rinsed

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    Step 13: you can pick up the basin with any remaining water and dump it over yourself.

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    Step 14: After you have dried off and dressed

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    Step 15: carefully carry the catch basin to where you can dump out the water.

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    Step 16: Use the towel on the floor to mop up any water that splashed.

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    Step 17: You are done.

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