We are partnering with the Oregon Kelp Alliance to host a Science at the Pub presentation titled Working for Healthy Kelp Forests in Oregon.

Oregon’s kelp forests are vital habitat for an amazing variety of marine species that sustain life and livelihoods on the Oregon coast. Unfortunately, kelp forests around the world are declining at an alarming rate. Their loss is detrimental to ocean health and to coastal communities. 

A group of divers, scientists, natural resource managers, fishermen, ecotour guides, chefs, and others joined together to form the Oregon Kelp Alliance (ORKA) with the mission to better understand, preserve, and restore Oregon’s kelp forests. Efforts include kelp forest restoration at sites such as Chief Kiwanda Rock and Cape Lookout. ORKA co-founder Tom Calvanese will present on the ecology of kelp, efforts to restore healthy kelp forests, and how you can be involved! 

Please note: this event will take place at Pelican Brewing Company in Pacific City. The event is free and open to the public. Beverages and food will be available for purchase at Pelican Brewing Company.

Photo: Superabundant PromoImage SeaUrchins, Tom Calvanese. OSU photo library.