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Is it necessary to give Junior and Teen Girl Scouts instruction in the proper disposal of feminine hygiene products while at camp?

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Is it necessary to give Junior and Teen Girl Scouts instruction in the proper disposal of feminine hygiene products while at camp?

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The latrines at Camp Potomac Woods are bio-degradable units. The only items to be put down the latrine is human waste and toilet paper. Girl Scouts have a special way to dispose of feminine hygiene products while at camp to ensure they do not damage the latrine, hurt the environment or attract animals. We use snap cans in the latrines to serve as “wastebaskets”. The used feminine products are wrapped in foil and placed in the snap can that has a tight-fitting lid. Since the girls use and clean the latrines, they must know the proper and safe way to dispose of this trash. We have found that a simple, matter-of-fact explanation makes it more comfortable for every one!