Sex in a Tent:
A Wild Couple’s Guide to Getting Naughty in Nature
1st EDITION 2007
4th printing 2012
Copyright © 2007 by Michelle Waitzman
Illustrations: Ann Miya
Book design: Jeremy Stout
Book editor: Eva Dienel
Library of Congress Card Number: 2007016839
ISBN: 978-0-89997-432-3
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Published by: Wilderness Press
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Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data
Waitzman, Michelle.
Sex in a tent: a wild couple’s guide to getting naughty in nature / Michelle Waitzman. — 1st ed.
p. cm.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN 978-0-89997-432-3
1. Sex—Miscellanea. 2. Camping—Miscellanea. 3. Outdoor recreation—Miscellanea. I. Title.
HQ23.W17 2007
306.709173’4—dc22 2007016839
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
For Gerhard
There are many people without whom this book would simply not have been written. I’d like to take this opportunity to thank them for making it possible. First, Matt Wagner of Fresh Books Literary Agency, who was willing to take a chance on a first-timer, which is rare these days. Roslyn Bullas and Eva Dienel at Wilderness Press, who showed so much enthusiasm for this project that it made me want to work harder to live up to their expectations. My supportive friends, Tobey, Gill, Rosie, Francine, and Reg, who, despite our physical distance, are always there for me. My parents, Emile and Suzy, who always manage to be proud of me, no matter how strange my accomplishments. Gerhard, who is always there with a hug and a positive outlook—you’re both the angel over my right shoulder and the devil over my left! Thanks also to all of the people who were willing to share their camping experiences and stories with me, and are celebrated throughout the book. This book is about you, so keep on enjoying the great outdoors together!
CONTENTS
Introduction: How Camping Can Improve Your Sex Life
Great Sex and the Great Outdoors
Chapter 1: Convincing Your Reluctant Partner that Camping Is Fun
Chapter 2: Planning a Trip that Won’t End Your Relationship
The Destination vs. the Journey
Incorporate What You Love to Do
Share Your Dreams—and Your Concerns
The Blame Game
Chapter 3: How to Keep Smelling Good Enough to Kiss
Dressing for Success
No More Stinky Feet
How to Wash Without a Shower in Sight
Taking Care of Your Breath
Girl Stuff
Chapter 4: Creating a Romantic Dinner from a Ziploc Bag
Breakfast: Refueling After a Big Night
Lunch: Keep It Simple to Keep Going
Snacks: Beyond Trail Mix
Dinner: Romantic Meals in a Baggie or Two
Don’t Forget Dessert
Chapter 5: How to Have Sex in a Tent Without Destroying It
Setting the Mood
Building Your Love Nest
Doing the Tent Tango
Keeping It Clean
Toys and Tools
Chapter 6: Making Car Camping the Ultimate Drive-In
Luxury on Four Wheels
Avoiding the Family Free-for-All
Private Parking in Public Parks
Campground Sexual Etiquette
Going Out of Bounds
Chapter 7: Paddling to Paradise
How to be Romantic When You’re Not Even Facing Each Other
Wet and Wild