LOL -- after a few days of boredom, anything is possible. Be sure to stock bright paints, brushes, and varnish.

Yes, peat moss would work very exceptionally well. Sawdust would be okay too. And my experiments with home-made charcoal ("biochar" to the greenies) suggests that this is the item of choice, for the liquids pail at least. And I strongly concur with Sue's comments about separate collection wherever possible.

Bleach has its place also. It won't sterilize the whole solid mass, but an occasional ounce will stop decomp to a huge degree, especially if the container is well covered between uses, making the sit-upon considerably less traumatic to those inclined to freak out. And you know you'll have some of those.

BTW, any good suggestions regarding sources for five-gallon plastic pails? Painters and restaurants come to mind. Thoughts?