Step 4: Baby Kelp Growth

Photograph

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Exhibit Envoy

Name/Title

Step 4: Baby Kelp Growth

Entry/Object ID

KW.10

Description

Seaweed Science

Made/Created

Artist

Abbey Dias

Date made

2023

Dimensions

Height

24 in

Width

16 in

Depth

1-1/2 in

Interpretative Labels

Label Type

Cultural/Historical Context

Label

"Step 4: Baby Kelp Growth" — Two months after out-planting kelp from the lab into the ocean, baby bull kelp begins its journey to the surface. Researchers are thrilled to finally see lab-grown Nereocystis establish itself on a wild reef—a feat attempted by many along this rugged coastline. With this major step forward for researchers, the herculean efforts continue to bring back the North Coast's glorious seaforests. But how do we know when we're done? What does "restoration" mean to you? Albion, California. August 2023 by Abbey Dias @abbeydias