A Real Shame

The Boy Scouts have been using a tall ship, the Argus, since 1972 to teach sailing and maritime history. Earlier this year a Coast Guard inspection revealed dry rot and rusted fittings which would require about $1.5 million dollars to repair. Unable to come up with enough money, the Boy Scouts are selling the 101-year old ship on eBay. Bidding starts at $75,000 unless a benefactor comes forward in time to save the ship.

What a shame.