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The Great Outdoors

The Great Outdoors

Dear Shanna,

Here in Colorado, it seems like all the queer folk are really into the outdoors — camping, hiking, hot springs, etc. Do you have any tips for getting it on in the most satisfying way possible while enjoying The Great Outdoors?

Unsure About Mother Nature, Golden.

Dear Unsure About Mother Nature,

I’m with you. I’m not really an outdoorsy person myself — to me, communing with nature is dependent on a visit to the Denver Botanic Gardens, or based upon what unsuspecting bug has deigned to enter our home. That being said, I recently decided to challenge myself and agree to present at an outdoor camping-and-kink event held in the wilds of Washington State. Here are some things I have learned — I hope they help you as well.

Flavored lube smells and tastes good to people. It also may have the same effect on wildlife or, more specifically, bugs. Consider sticking with water- or silicone-based lube and save the sweet stuff for the confines of home.

If you’ll be bonking in the sunshine for any period of time, make sure to apply sunblock to any exposed bits. Sun burned nose? That sucks. Sun burned junk? Worst idea EVER. Apply regularly … make it a fun foreplay game if needed, just make sure you’ve got everything covered.

Stay hydrated. As most Coloradans know, staying hydrated is crucial any time of year in the great Rocky Mountains. As most f*cking folk know, staying hydrated is the name of the good sex game. Put these two items together, and you definitely need to ensure that your water intake is above and beyond what you regularly drink. Dehydration from camping sex is probably not a story you want to share with all your buddies.

Use some of the wide world of nature. Are you kinky and like a little pain? Thistles or stinging nettles can be fun for flogging and spanking. Like to tie someone up or try new and exciting positions? Use interestingly shaped trees and rocks to mix up your sexual repertoire. Just stay away from poisonous snakes, poison ivy, and anything else that might seriously cause harm.

Tent sex can be naughty-feeling and fantastic, but a wet spot in a sleeping bag is even more of an annoyance than when it is on your bed. Bring an extra towel, sheets, or Fascinator Throe (ofcnow.co/throe) to absorb an additional moisture, so you’re not stuck in a sexed up, super-sweaty sleeping bag come nightfall.

Best of luck with your camping adventures and, of course, make sure to leave only footprints — take any safer sex supplies, toys, etc. back with you when you’re done connecting with the wilderness.

Shanna

Have a question you’d like to ask Shanna (anonymously)? Email shannakatz@gmail.com.

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