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Sir Edward:
Yeah, not everyone has the same comfort-zone with getting filthy and roughing it. I've roughed it before on the trail, so I was expecting to pretty much do the same thing here, even though I'm packing like I'm going to Pennsic (and at least Pennsic has showers you can stand in line for and freeze in).
Originally I was going to get a hotel room, so I could be sure to sleep at night and also have access to a modern bathroom and shower. But when I started calling around and they were all booked or charging outrageous rates because of the other event in town, I gave up on that idea.
A camp shower is a great idea.
Ian:
Speaking of events.... the second presidential debate is in Danville, KY at Centre College on October 11th, the night we're all arriving. It's just south of Frankfort. I would suggest avoiding that town if it falls on your driving path.
SirNathanQ:
Ian, brilliant post. I just finished reading up on a book about the 14th century English cleanliness obsession. It truly was than anyone of any standing (not just nobles) would do their best to appear and be clean. We see liberal use of whatever they had, whether it be soap, water, or simply a stream. In fact the first thing one did was give themselves a type of sponge bath, and wash the hands and face. Clothes were cleaned often as well (if possible). It seems the major things they were missing was pest control and germ theory. Unfortunately, what a huge part they had to play in health. But still, the image of everyone stinking and reveling in the filth was an anachronism.
I'll be happy to chip in and help out in any way I can to keep ourselves and the camp healthy. Rubbing alcohol good?
Sir Brian:
--- Quote ---Rubbing alcohol good?
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A more practical and better solution Sir Nathan would be something like these:
http://www.parentgiving.com/shop/aloe-vesta-bathing-cloths-1147/p/
Rubbing alcohol would dry out the skin to much. ;)
Lord Dane:
--- Quote from: SirNathanQ on 2012-10-05, 04:21:53 ---Ian, brilliant post. I just finished reading up on a book about the 14th century English cleanliness obsession. It truly was than anyone of any standing (not just nobles) would do their best to appear and be clean. We see liberal use of whatever they had, whether it be soap, water, or simply a stream. In fact the first thing one did was give themselves a type of sponge bath, and wash the hands and face. Clothes were cleaned often as well (if possible). It seems the major things they were missing was pest control and germ theory. Unfortunately, what a huge part they had to play in health. But still, the image of everyone stinking and reveling in the filth was an anachronism.
I'll be happy to chip in and help out in any way I can to keep ourselves and the camp healthy. Rubbing alcohol good?
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I recommend Clorox bleach wipes for those with stronger stench than others. :) LOL Let's face it, Italians can really sweat during a workout & it kills everything. The only downside with it is an albino-skin side-effect w/ some slight irritation. ;D
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