Spitting protocol

[thewoodman]

What is an appropriate protocol for spitting in tasting rooms? While in less traveled areas (such as Sierra foothills) tasting room personnel are generally involved in wine making (or even the owner), and are a more educated re: wine tasting. In Napa several weeks ago, when I asked for something to spit into I got a look of shock and disgust from the pourer. My only options seemed to be to spit directly into the dump bucket (or on the floor). I guess a final option would be to be another of the thousands of drunken yuppies on the highway.

What's an appropriate remedy? Bring my own spittoon? Not go to Napa? Any thoughts?

Thanks.