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78 Dumpster Diving Finds That Prove That One Person’s Trash Is Another’s Treasure (New Pics)
The saying “one person’s trash is another’s treasure” couldn’t be more relevant today, as people are increasingly committed to sustainability and waste reduction. That’s likely why dumpster diving has officially shifted from social taboo to mainstream trend.
A subreddit is even dedicated to it, with 147,000 weekly visitors and counting. But in this community, people freely share the coolest finds they come across while digging through trash. And yes, they are noteworthy enough to draw attention online.
Here are some posts from the page that caught our attention, showing how much valuable stuff gets discarded instead of donated, repaired, or reused.
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#4
Big Day For Senior Dog With Arthritis
LakotaWolf (she/her) 1 hour ago
We bought a giant dog stroller for Stilgar when he was a puppy because he was so sick with distemper at one point that he couldn't walk for two months. (We don't know if it was actual paralysis or muscle issues, or if he just felt too sick to walk.) He still loved being outdoors, so we would walk the park pushing this floppy-eared puppy in a giant dog stroller XD He hasn't needed it for years, but because he's a large-breed dog (and because we have no idea what lasting effects the distemper will have on him as he ages) we kept the stroller for him for later. Don't ever let anyone shame you for pushing your dog/cat/bearded dragon in a stroller. Don't let anyone tell you it's stupid or cringe or "not worth the money". If it makes you happy to still be able to go on walks with your aging doggo or to safely walk with your catto, it's worth it.
#5
Finally Got Something To Share! Trash Picked A Sewing Machine!
#10
Guess Someone Decided They Wanted To Only Stream Movies From Here On Out. Hit The Mother Load Of Dvds!
#12
Found This Today 10 Karat Gold Got 300 Bucks For It
#16
At The Apartment Down The Street. Had To Carry It Home
#19
Did A Second Dumpster Dive Run… They Threw Out Even More Hotwheels And Toys. Major Difference In Amount This Time
#20
Found A Never Used Wii Fit Plus Kit In A Dumpster. It Still Has Wrapping Paper From When It Was Given As A Present, And Batteries That “Expired” In 2014
#22
Found This In The Dumpster At My Work
LakotaWolf (she/her) 1 hour ago
I don't think I'd use a Stanley cup/thermos/cup of any kind that I found in a dumpster. XD I know one can sanitize it, especially if it's made of metal, but that's one of those things my brain wouldn't be able to get behind.
#31
My Wife Tried Her Hand At Reupholstering Some Dumpster Furniture. It Smelled And Had Tons Of Stains And Scratches, She Painted It And Used Old Curtains. I Think It Turned Out Pretty Cool!
#38
Husband Came Home “I Have A Gift, From The Dumpster!”
#41
Look What I Found Out Behind A Hobby Lobby
LakotaWolf (she/her) 1 hour ago
Wow! I remember these from fabric stores when I was a kid. I loved looking through them to try to find the patterns for making stuffed animals.
#55
One Of The Most Random Finds Yet, A Discarded Apiary! Foraged The Wax To Make A Body Balm Tomorrow
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