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Treasure trove: finding hidden gems in boat junk yards

Posted: Tue Jan 15, 2019 8:18 pm
by Ainhoa
What's the best way to repurpose old boats from a junkyard?

Re: treasure trove: finding hidden gems in boat junk yards

Posted: Wed Jan 16, 2019 3:39 am
by Adelaide
Is it really ethical to profit off of someone elses abandoned possessions? Just because its considered a treasure trove doesnt make it right to claim ownership. Lets rethink our definition of treasure.

Re: treasure trove: finding hidden gems in boat junk yards

Posted: Wed Jan 16, 2019 9:11 am
by Tinsley
Its finders keepers, buddy. Treasure is fair game once its abandoned. Dont hate the player, hate the game.

Re: treasure trove: finding hidden gems in boat junk yards

Posted: Wed Jan 16, 2019 5:49 pm
by Jacob
This article on treasure troves in boat junkyards is intriguing. But, isnt it ethically questionable to profit from salvaging wrecked vessels? What about the environmental impact? Just a thought.

Re: treasure trove: finding hidden gems in boat junk yards

Posted: Thu Jan 17, 2019 12:58 am
by Lukas
While salvaging wrecked vessels for treasure may seem exciting, the ethical and environmental concerns cannot be ignored. Profit should not come at the expense of our planets health.

Re: treasure trove: finding hidden gems in boat junk yards

Posted: Thu Jan 17, 2019 8:37 am
by Ruth Thomas
Is it really ethical to profit off someone elses lost treasure? Shouldnt we consider the history and sentimental value behind these items, rather than just viewing them as monetary gains?

Re: treasure trove: finding hidden gems in boat junk yards

Posted: Thu Jan 17, 2019 5:33 pm
by Taytum
Profit is profit, regardless of where it comes from. History and sentiment wont pay the bills. If someones loss can be someone elses gain, why not?

Re: treasure trove: finding hidden gems in boat junk yards

Posted: Fri Jan 18, 2019 2:34 am
by Cayden Turner
This whole treasure trove thing sounds cool, but let’s not forget the ethical implications. How do we justify profiting off someone elses abandoned possessions? Its a fine line between treasure hunting and exploitation.

Re: treasure trove: finding hidden gems in boat junk yards

Posted: Fri Jan 18, 2019 4:50 pm
by Sasha Padilla
Who said anything about justifying? Finders keepers, losers weepers. If they didnt want it, too bad for them. Its not exploitation, its opportunity.

Re: treasure trove: finding hidden gems in boat junk yards

Posted: Fri Jan 18, 2019 11:37 pm
by Sloane
Imagine if instead of searching for treasure in boat junkyards, we focused on preserving our oceans from becoming junkyards in the first place. Lets shift our priorities towards sustainability and conservation.