Poop Happens
Poop Happens
Weddings as Primal Rituals of Trust and Belonging
Words by Kristine Kopperud + Photography provided by JH Posh Potty
It’s no secret that couples choose a Jackson Hole wedding forthe view. Our mountains are imbued with strength, purpose, and possibility — all good vibes for a new marriage. But beneath all that solid commitment (and the silk, satin, linen, and tulle, to celebrate it), there’s a small animal need for, let’s just say, a restroom. No one can get through the big day without a pit stop (or often, several).
Fortunately, finding a bathroom doesn’t mean “dressing down,” thanks to Macy’s Services and JH Posh Potty, two family-run businesses specializing in upscale toilet trailers for special events. With chic modern finishes, private stalls, air-conditioning (or heating), and full-size sinks and mirrors, these conveniently delivered trailers are easy to stage near the festivities but far enough away to afford privacy.
“Since the pandemic, we’ve seen a major uptick in outdoor tented events that aren’t near a venue with restrooms,” says Robin Evans, founder of JH Posh Potty.
She started the niche service with one four-station rental trailer in 2017 — just in time to host guests to the region for the solar eclipse — and has since expanded to a fleet of three trailers, adding a two-station and a five-station.
“We can combine whichever trailers you need for your venue layout and number of guests,” Evans explains, adding that all three are typically booked throughout the summer and fall.
Bookings should be made six to eight months in advance, and on the earlier side for late-summer dates, when Jackson’s weather is more reliably warm.
“We’re booking into 2027, in some cases,” says Bobbie Reppa of Macy’s Services. She and her husband, Dwight, are the second generation at the helm, expanding their traditional septic offerings to restroom trailers in the mid-2000s when they realized that event planners were booking as far away as Vail, Colorado.
“At one event, a band member
came back from break and announced to the whole crowd, ‘This is the first time we have been upstaged by a bathroom!’”
-Bobbie Reppa, Macy’s Services
Macy’s Services now offers six trailers ranging from a two-stall model they’ve dubbed their “Forest River,” to eight- and 10-station “executive trailers,” with amenities and base price increasing with size.
Macy’s largest and newest trailer (a 10-station trailer) serves 500 for a day rental and is most often the unit rented for large gatherings.
”Estimating 50 people per station keeps lines to a minimum,” Reppa explains. In practice, this ratio only gets tight when the band takes a break or dinner wraps up and guests transition to a new activity.
Macy’s rental bids consider distance for delivery (base price includes transit within 15 miles of Jackson), time, and days on location. If the agenda requires that the trailer be moved between locations, Macy’s calculates separate rental agreements to account for cleaning and re-delivery.
Pricing with JH Posh Potty is based more on the head count, Evans explains — a number that should include both guests and vendors.
“It’s important to count each person who will be on-site,” she says. “Many of your caterers and other personnel will be there in the morning to set up, so we try to have your trailer(s) ready for use by 9 a.m.”
– Robin Evans, JH Posh Potty
“I’ve had guests stop and say, ‘This is the bougiest bathroom I’ve ever been in!’”
Both Macy’s and JH Posh Potty arrange the logistics in advance so that delivery and hookup are smooth and seamless first thing in the morning.
“All of these trailers need water and power to operate,” Reppa explains, “so if there’s no direct source, we bring in a remote water supply and/or coordinate with a generator vendor.”
Trailers are then picked up at the end of the night or early the following morning.
Beyond the basics, each company works closely with families and planners to add meaningful touches that coordinate with the event, such as a custom playlist for the trailer sound system or coordinating rugs or decor inside. Macy’s trailers feature framed photographs of local scenery.
“It’s your day, and we want to help you celebrate the way you’ve envisioned it,” Evans adds. “Have a high-end room spray in mind? Yes, of course!”
JH Posh Potty also provides a table just outside the trailer with customizable linens, lantern lighting, and greenery. At a glance, it’s a graceful way to supply hand sanitizer, mints, and other pick-me-ups (like stain-remover sticks, hair ties, Advil, blister bandages, and bug spray). It also provides a convenient place to set your beverage, bag, or jacket.
JH Posh Potty will provide a bathroom attendant for rentals serving 145 people or more, and Macy’s includes an attendant in the base rental of their two largest trailers.
“They don’t stand at the door, but they’re nearby to replenish, wipe down, and help anyone with mobility challenges get up and down steps,” Evans says. While trailers have ample exterior lighting, it’s always nice to have a steady hand to assist guests after nightfall.
But what about the signage?
“Some people prefer you never see the restrooms — and that’s understandable at an elegant function,” Reppa says, “But be sure to put up signs and lighting to help guests find their way. Remember: If you can’t see it, your guests definitely won’t.”
Both companies offer trailer layouts with a generous women’s dressing area — a space large enough to change, do makeup and hair touch-ups, and use the facilities without feeling cramped or crowded. The men’s side offers both private stalls and urinals with privacy screens. In general, it’s about as luxe as a loo can get on four wheels.
“I’ve had guests stop and say, ‘This is the bougiest bathroom I’ve ever been in!’” Evans says with a laugh.
