Learn something: How etiquette works

There seem to be two kinds of etiquette: that which is useful, and that which is not. The former provides social lubrication that helps everyone to get along in less-than-ideal situations.

Perfect example of useful etiquette - 300 people packed in an aluminum tube for several hours with no hope of escape until arrival:

Airplane etiquette 101 - A flight attendant offers a refresher course on common courtesy

New York is so dense that it has its own rules, but many apply in any urban setting:

Urban Etiquette Handbook

We were going to take the kids eagle-watching, but after learning something about eagle etiquette, thought we might wait a couple years:

Program to teach ‘eagle etiquette’ - Of note: “In fact, walking within 350 feet of these birds may cause them to abandon their nest, likely dooming their babies.” See also: Eagle Etiquette

Golf actually has a pretty evolved set of social rules in order to keep things moving along, so there is:

Golf etiquette

And then there are table manners, to avoid grossing other people out:

Table Manner Tips Every Guy Should Know. See also: Expert offers etiquette advice for professional settings.

Bonus: Male restroom etiquette:

The essential message here: never speak in a male restroom, or society will collapse.

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