Tents come with stakes for a reason, a simple fact surprisingly ignored by many. Take, for instance, the video above.
On a windy day at an unidentified festival, a few tents were yanked aloft and sent twirling at dangerously high altitudes–bound to fall on someone. This, in fact, happens regularly at Bonnaroo and illustrates the importance of preparedness.
Know your gear, and you’re less likely to hurt yourself or others. It’s all fun and games until my eye gets poked out. Because then I'll be looking for you.