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As far as I know, it's generally a good idea to pee a fence around your camp. Don't know if it makes any major differences but ...
It is true urinating around your tent will keep some critters away and a smoky fire helps also (...)
- From Bear Crap on Yahoo Answers
I wonder if there are any disadvantages doing so? For example, are any wildlife attracted to it?
According to Backpacker, and the National Park Service, peeing attracts some large predators because animals like the salty taste:
...urinate well away from camp on rock, sandy areas, or duff. Animals are attracted to salts in urine...
I would argue, therefore, that urinating around your campsite is not a good idea when near large predatory animals.
That said, I do it sometimes when car camping away from large predators.
