Barker, R. Grayson, C. Whisker, L. Nimble, S. Pawson, K.
At the intersection of philosophy and wildlife, this paper explores the age-old question of how a raccoon manages to tip over a garbage can, despite the best efforts of humans to secure their garbage. Through a rigorous examination of the raccoon's innate curiosity, tenacity, and adaptability, we will attempt to gain a deeper understanding of epistemological principles as applied to the pursuit of valuable resources. By using garbage can dynamics as a lens through which to view the raccoon's quest for knowledge, we hope to shed light on the larger philosophical implications of critters raiding your trash.