While plastic ones probably could be used, they're liable to split when cut and be more fiddly, so this article is focusing on the cardboard ones. Any color is fine––if you've been collecting them and have a variety of colors, you might like to use a few different ones to liven up the baskets. Cut as many cups as baskets you'd like to make. Cut with care, to maintain scallops around the top of the cup. Cut circles from the lid of the egg carton. The circle should be the same diameter of the top (open part) of the cup.

Summary: Use cardboard egg cartons. Cut out a cup from the egg carton base. Cut a base for the cup.


Find a tent that has about 30 square feet (2.8 m2) per person that’s staying in them. Pick a tent that’s lightweight and easy to transport so you don’t have any hassle setting it up later on. Look at an outdoors store for different types of tents to see how you fit in them and purchase the one that best suits your needs.  Get a tent with multiple “rooms” if you plan on camping with other people. If it’s supposed to rain at all while you’re camping, make sure your tent has a rain cover so you don’t get wet while you’re sleeping. Some campsites or outdoors stores may offer tent rentals if you don’t have a tent you can use. Sleeping bags have different ratings to determine what temperature they can still keep you warm and comfortable. Check the weather at the campgrounds and determine what the lowest temperatures are so you know which sleeping bag to bring along. If you’re camping in the summer, you can use a thin sleeping bag, but you may need something thicker if you’re camping in cooler months.  If you don’t want to lie directly on the floor of the tent, consider packing a sleeping pad or an air mattress as well so you have an extra layer of comfort. Don’t forget to bring a pillow for yourself so you can stay comfortable. Many times, a campfire is your only heat source while you’re camping, so some foods may not cook as easily as others. Look for foods that you can cook on a skewer, such as hot dogs, cubed vegetables, and meats, since they’re the easiest to hold over a fire. Only bring as much food as you need so you don’t take up too much room while you’re packing.  Transfer food that’s in large containers into something small and compact so you can transport it easier. For example, you may crack multiple eggs into a plastic bag or container so you don’t break any eggshells while you’re packing. You may be able to use a portable grill rack that hangs over the fire to cook larger foods, like burgers and vegetables. Bring a cast iron skillet if you have one since you can hold it directly over the fire to cook things like eggs or soups. Pack an insulated cooler with ice and place any food or drinks you want to keep cold while you’re camping. Bring enough water to last through your entire trip so you don’t get dehydrated and so you can stay cool. Store foods in plastic containers and stack them in your cooler so you can use the space efficiently. Some campgrounds have ice on site so you can refill the cooler when the old ice melts. Basic survival kits include items like pocket knives, flashlights, first aid supplies, and multipurpose tools so you can stay safe while you’re camping. You can either buy prepackaged camping kits or you can make your own and carry it in a toolbox. Make sure you have a kit of materials with you in case there's an emergency or if you need to do maintenance on site. Some basic things to include in your kit are knives, bandages, antiseptic wipes, lighters, and emergency flares.

Summary: Bring a tent that’s large enough for you and your things. Choose a sleeping bag that matches the climate of the area you’re staying. Pack food that’s easy to cook over an open fire. Use a cooler to help keep food and drinks cold. Pack basic survival kits so you can set up your site easily.


Panic attacks can happen to anyone, but they are far more common for people who have panic disorder, an anxiety disorder characterized by frequent attacks of intense fear and anxiety. They can be triggered by just about any situation, not only dangerous or threatening ones. Physical symptoms of a panic attack include:  Chest pain. This is generally localized to one area of your chest, rather than radiating across the left side of your body as with a heart attack.  Dizziness or faintness A sensation of choking or not being able to get enough air Nausea or vomiting. Vomiting is less likely with panic attacks than with heart attacks. Numbness or tingling sensations Rapid heartbeat Shortness of breath Sweating, clammy skin, or hot flashes Trembling or shaking During severe panic attacks, your hands or feet may cramp up or even become temporarily paralyzed. This symptom is thought to be caused by hyperventilation. In addition to physical symptoms, panic attacks are generally accompanied by mental or emotional symptoms. These may include:  Intense feelings of fear Fear of dying Fear of losing control Sense of doom Sense of detachment Sense of unreality The symptoms of a panic attack and a heart attack overlap in some areas. If you are in any doubt whether you are having a panic attack or a heart attack, call for emergency medical help. The symptoms of a heart attack include:  Chest pain. In heart attacks, this often feels like a sense of pressure, fullness, or squeezing. It usually lasts more than a few minutes. Pain in the upper body. The pain may radiate to your arms, back, neck, jaw, or stomach area in a heart attack. Shortness of breath. This may happen before you experience chest pain. Anxiety. You may feel fear or doom suddenly. Dizziness or faintness Sweating Nausea or vomiting. Heart attacks are more likely to cause vomiting than panic attacks. Everyone has feelings of stress, or even intense anxiety, from time to time. However, for most people, this anxiety is triggered by an event or situation, such as taking a big test or making a significant decision. This anxiety usually disappears when the situation is resolved. People with anxiety disorders have a sense of anxiety more frequently and more consistently than others. People with panic disorder experience frequent, severe panic attacks.  A panic attack usually reaches its height within 10 minutes, although some symptoms may last longer. Feelings of more generalized stress or anxiety may last longer but feel less intense. A panic attack does not require a specific trigger. It may seem to come out of nowhere.
Summary: Check for physical symptoms. Look for feelings of dread or fear. Familiarize yourself with the symptoms of a heart attack. Distinguish between normal anxiety and a panic disorder.