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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How Clam Gardens Work
- Clam gardens are engineered rock terraces that expand the clam 'Goldilocks' zone and boost clam biomass and growth.
- Studies show 2–4x more biomass and ~50% faster growth inside clam gardens versus adjacent beaches.
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.
Braiding Knowledge Systems
- Braiding Indigenous knowledge and Western science strengthens understanding without erasing either strand.
- Combining methods creates richer, more applicable management approaches for sea gardens.