Epic Outhouses
Where circular sanitation meets real places, real people, and real impact.
Epic Outhouses is our living field journal—a running record of Wasted* installations across glampgrounds, trailheads, remote villages, resorts, and everywhere in between. Each project tells a story: a customer who refused to settle for a bad toilet, a site that needed infrastructure without a sewer line, a community that deserved a more dignified solution.
From Thunderboxes in the Maine woods to ADA trailhead builds in the desert and home retrofits in Arctic conditions, these installations show what’s possible when waste is managed with intention. This page will evolve as we build—from our happy customers to you, hope you enjoy!
Location: Putney, VT
Building: Full custom, 2 conveyors, 2 urinals, plus hand washing
Waste Management: (Ongrid) Liquid into IBC tote, solids into drums
Usage: 14-18 weddings annually, approximately 50-200 uses per wedding
Description: Wild Sugar Homestead needed a permanent solution worthy of the weddings they host. Standard porta-potties felt out of place, and restroom trailers were cumbersome and expensive to maneuver onto the property. Wasted* designed and installed a stunning, stand-alone sanitation structure featuring two Conveyor Toilets and two waterless urinals—ample capacity for even the largest celebrations. The result is a restroom experience that feels intentional, beautiful, and aligned with the venue’s aesthetic. As a final touch, each wedding party has the option to purchase fertilizer made from the nutrients collected during their event—turning a weekend celebration into a literal act of closing the loop.
Location: Vancouver, BC
Building: Custom student-led thesis
Waste Management: Liquid and solid pump out
Usage: 20-85 daily
Description: At the University of British Columbia Botanical Garden, Wasted* partnered with the MYCOmmunity research team on a multi-year, student-led thesis project centered around ecological sanitation. The building was intentionally designed around the Wasted* Conveyor Toilet, using urine diversion and source separation as the foundation of the system. By cleanly separating liquid and solid waste, the MYCO team can advance research into mycelium-based materials for human waste containment and management. The installation serves as a living laboratory—demonstrating how thoughtful infrastructure can unlock new pathways in regenerative design and biomaterial innovation.
Video: Epic Outhouses Ep.1
Location: Chelsea, VT
Building: Retrofit of existing outhouse
Waste Management:(Ongrid) Liquid & solids into drums
Usage: 50 weekly
Description: At Free Verse Farm, a Vermont-based Hipcamp destination, Wasted* retrofitted the existing restroom setup with a Conveyor Toilet to elevate the guest experience without adding septic complexity. The site needed a solution that could handle seasonal traffic, protect the surrounding land, and feel aligned with the farm’s ethos. By separating and capturing waste at the source, the retrofit reduced maintenance headaches while transforming nutrients into a managed resource rather than a liability. The result is a clean, dignified, off-grid restroom that supports regenerative land stewardship—without compromising comfort.
Video: Epic Outhouses Ep.2
Location: White Mountains, NH
Building: Retrofit of existing outhouse
Waste Management: (Offgrid) Liquid & solids into Earth
Usage: 100-450 weekly
Description: At AMC Liberty Springs in New Hampshire’s White Mountains, Wasted* installed a Conveyor Toilets to modernize backcountry waste management at a high-use alpine site. Working with the Appalachian Mountain Club, the goal was clear: reduce fly-outs, lower long-term servicing costs, and provide hikers with a more dignified sanitation experience in a fragile ecosystem. The urine-diverting conveyor system captures and contains waste at the source, significantly decreasing maintenance frequency while protecting surrounding watersheds. This installation demonstrates how remote mountain infrastructure can be both operationally efficient and aligned with long-term environmental stewardship.
Location: Putney, VT
Building: 1 conveyor retrofitted into old outhouse
Waste Management: (Offgrid) Liquid & solids into Earth
Usage: <25 weekly
Description: “Set in the quiet solitude of a six-acre farmstead, the Vermont Retreat is a nature lover’s dream,” -Forbes
Location: Moretown, VT
Building: Customer-built
Waste Management: (Ongrid) Liquid into IBC tote, solids into drums
Usage: <50 weekly
Description: Bathroom solution for the Vermont Hut network. Bike or ski? This is the ideal facility. Year round bookings! Book your stay here.
Location: Providence, RI
Building: (2) Donation Stations
Waste Management: (Ongrid) Liquid & Solids into containers and managed by Wasted*
Usage: 50-200 weekly
Description: Wasted* partnered with One Neighborhood Builders on a community-led effort to bring dignified public sanitation to a heavily used neighborhood park. The site lacked permanent restroom infrastructure despite consistent daily use by families, events, and visitors. The Donation Station system provided a contained, sewer-free solution that could be installed efficiently while reducing long-term maintenance complexity. The result is public infrastructure that reflects community priorities—accessible, resilient, and designed to serve people without compromising environmental stewardship.
Video: Explaining the Donation Station
Location: Stowe, VT
Building: (1) Donation Station
Waste Management: (Ongrid) Liquid & Solids into containers and managed by Wasted*
Usage: 50-200 weekly (extremely high seasonal)
Description: At Stowe Mountain Resort, Wasted* installed a Donation Station to serve a high-traffic parking area that previously had no restroom facilities. The goal was simple: provide a dignified, permanent-feeling sanitation solution without the cost and complexity of tying into sewer infrastructure. The Donation Station—powered by the Wasted* Conveyor—captures and separates waste at the source, reducing service frequency while maintaining a premium user experience. The result is infrastructure that meets guests where they are, ensuring that even overflow parking areas reflect the same standard of care as the rest of the mountain.
Location: Kivalina, AK
Building: 8 conveyors retrofitted into homes
Waste Management: (Offgrid) Liquid & solids into bins
Usage: 10-25 daily
Description: On the remote island of Kivalina, Alaska, Wasted* is retrofitting homes within the Indigenous community to deliver a more dignified, resilient sanitation solution. In a region where conventional wastewater infrastructure is logistically and economically prohibitive, the Wasted* Conveyor Toilet provides a contained, urine-diverting system that operates without traditional sewer connections. This installation supports improved indoor sanitation, reduces exposure risks, and captures nutrients for responsible management rather than discharge. The project reflects a broader commitment to infrastructure equity—bringing high-quality, non-networked sanitation to communities that have long been underserved by conventional systems. Project funded by Teck Resources Limited.
Location: Private Island, ME
Building: Customer-built
Waste Management: (Offgrid) Liquid & solids into Earth
Usage: seasonal
Description: Wasted* was featured on Maine Cabin Masters during Ryan and Ashley’s private island renovation, where off-grid constraints demanded a smart, self-contained sanitation solution. Installed within a thoughtfully designed island structure, the Wasted* Conveyor Toilet delivered a clean, waterless, urine-diverting system that aligned with the rugged, conservation-minded ethos of the build. With no sewer access and limited infrastructure, the system provided a high-quality user experience while fully containing and managing waste on-site. The episode showcased how modern circular sanitation can integrate seamlessly into remote cabins—proving that even on a private island, you don’t have to compromise on dignity or design. More here!
Location: Gila Bend, AZ
Building: Trailhead ADA Single Stall
Waste Management: (Offgrid) Liquid & solids into Earth
Usage: 50-200 weekly
Description: In Gila Bend, Arizona, Wasted* installed a Trailhead ADA Single Stall in collaboration with Wilderla Landscape Architects, integrating circular sanitation into a thoughtfully designed desert landscape. Built to meet accessibility standards while operating entirely off traditional sewer infrastructure, the unit delivers a dignified, waterless restroom solution in an extreme climate. The Wasted* Conveyor Toilet captures and separates waste at the source, reducing service frequency and long-term maintenance burdens for the site. The result is infrastructure that respects both people and place—proving that high-design landscapes and high-performance sanitation can coexist in even the most remote environments.
Location: West Brookfield, MA
Building: Thunderbox (2x)
Waste Management: (Ongrid) Liquid into IBC tote, solids into drums
Usage: 50-100 weekly
Description: At Ferncrest Glampground near Acadia, Maine, Wasted* installed two Thunderbox units to provide a fully integrated, off-grid sanitation solution for guests. Each build pairs a handcrafted wooden structure with the Wasted* Conveyor Toilet, creating a warm, design-forward restroom experience that matches the surrounding forested landscape. With no need for septic infrastructure, the systems capture and separate waste at the source—eliminating common glamping pain points while elevating guest comfort. The result is infrastructure that feels intentional, not improvised—premium sanitation that supports both hospitality and circular nutrient management. Book your stay here.
Location: Rome, PA
Building: 4 conveyors in 4 different timber framed structures
Waste Management: (Offgrid) Liquid & solids into Earth
Usage: <50 weekly
Description: Starting with just one conveyor, this customer has since purchased three more. Used for remote huts across his property.
Location: Westford, VT
Building: Thunderbox plus two retrofits
Waste Management: (Offgrid) Liquid & solids into Earth
Usage: <100 weekly
Description: Exceptional glamping site in Vermont. Started with one conveyor and have since upgraded all their glampsites to have the conveyor! Book your stay here.
Location: Saranac, NY
Building: single conveyor retrofit
Waste Management: (Offgrid) Liquid & solids into Earth
Usage: <50 weekly
Description: Retrofit of a skid-based shed for a private homeowner.
Location: West Brookfield, MA
Building: Trailhead Single Stall
Waste Management: (Offgrid) Liquid & solids into Earth
Usage: <50 weekly
Description: For this private glampground, the owner invested in a full Trailhead Single Stall Kit to deliver a premium, all-in-one sanitation experience for guests. Designed for non-networked sites, the system pairs the Wasted* Conveyor Toilet with a purpose-built structure that installs quickly and operates without traditional sewer or septic infrastructure. The result is a clean, dignified restroom that aligns with the natural setting while eliminating the headaches of conventional waste management. By capturing and diverting nutrients at the source, the installation transforms what is typically a liability into a managed resource—elevating both the guest experience and the site’s sustainability profile.