Future Ecologies FE6.2 - SEA / GARDEN
Dec 10, 2024
Joining the conversation are Aaron Slade, a marine ecologist passionate about coastal restoration; Nicole Smith, an archaeologist who has dedicated over two decades to understanding shoreline ecosystems; Marco Hatch, an environmental science professor and member of the Samish Indian Nation; and Nicole Norris from the Chalalt First Nation. They delve into the fascinating world of sea gardens, exploring their role in food security and biodiversity. The guests highlight the importance of Indigenous knowledge in environmental stewardship and the urgent need to revive these gardens amidst climate change challenges.
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Standing In An Ancestor's Footprints
- Nicole Norris described standing at low tide and feeling she was 'standing in Stetson's footprints.'
- She held a rock and felt it as a direct touch with ancestral presence and continuity.
Gardens Record Sea-Level Change
- Clam garden placement across time records sea-level change via isostatic rebound and rising seas.
- Some ancient walls now sit above current clam zones while others lie submerged, showing millennia of adaptation.
Gardens Build Food Resilience
- Clam garden revitalization improved food security during COVID-19 for remote communities.
- Rebuilding traditional food systems reduces reliance on external supply chains and barged food.