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Showers

Navy showers are short, methodical showers intended to use minimal water. 1-2 gallons of water per shower are possible.

The general process is:

  1. wet the surface to be washed
  2. lather/scrub as needed
  3. rinse

Practice this procedure in your home shower before hitting the road.

camp showers

These typically rely on the Navy shower method due to the absence of cheap power and water off-grid.

full showers

truck stops

Truck stops have shower available for purchase. These amenities are designed for truck drivers but are available for anyone. Couples can generally shower together for the same price.

Pilot/Flying J have rewards programs where every 14g of fuel accrues credit toward a shower.1) Love's has a similar program but it requires 50g diesel fill-ups, so it will not apply to many 'dwellers.2)

hotels

Some folks check into a hotel for a night every once in a while to take a long hot shower, sleep in a “real” bed, use the microwave, etc.

gyms

Planet Fitness is a popular option for getting showers while in civilization. Note: during Covid-19 call ahead to make sure the showers are open.