Tidal Zone Pic 8 - Kelp Fronds glisten in the sun at Beachercomber Regional Park

This long strand of kelp with its flotation device still attached probably broke free at the root or anchor which sent it to the surface and onto the rocky beach of Beachcomber Regional Park on the north side of Northwest Bay.

 

Though I haven't tried it, I understand that this kelp would be ready to eat and that there is no need to soak it or cook it. This Pacific sea plant may be used as a salad ingredient, or in soups, also with rice or pasta and even pizza. These kelp fronds are rich with minerals and vitamins.

 

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