The Secret Life of Eelgrass
When you think about Outdoor School at Warm Beach Camp, towering evergreens, tidal mudflats, and playful harbor seals might come to mind. But tucked quietly below the water’s surface lies one of the most powerful yet overlooked ecosystems in the Pacific Northwest—eelgrass meadows. These underwater grasslands don’t just support marine life; they also transform how students experience science through hands-on, place-based learning. What is Eelgrass and Why Does it Matter? Eelgrass (Zostera marina) is a native plant that grows in ...