The "use-yer-foot" portable sink provides fresh running water for handwashing or dishwashing in places without conventional plumbing. Pictured here is our new model which features a removable easy to clean drain tub, durable red plastic "foot-pedals" and a 10 gallon capacity. The lightweight folding use-yer-foot is now available from Turtle Run. Cost before shipping is $149. Rentals are also available at $15 per day. NC residents add State sales tax. The folded size of the use-yer-foot is approx 36" high x 26" wide x 5" deep. Accessories are also available: Drain kit and hose to hook up to sanitary drain $15, Mounted soap dispenser $15.

The history of the use-yer-foot starts in North Carolina in 1987 when thousands of folks gathered for a week long outdoor festival with music and good times. An outbreak of intestinal sickness spread through the crowd from a lack of adequate handwashing facilities. We fastened a foot pedal to a jug of water tied to a tree and created a hands-free sanitary station. A second soapy jug was added and soon a line of thankful folks formed and waited patiently to scrub their hands at the "use-yer-foot" ( the name of - and the instruction on how to operate the device). Many festivals, outdoor weddings, scout camps, and school field trips later we had perfected a simple to transport and operate device.

Kathleen and Mia using an older model at Spences Farm in Chapel Hill