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Tending the Tides: Stories of Mariculture on the Oregon Coast

Ecotrust
Oregon Coast
Mariculture
Oysters
Equitable Economy
Environmental Restoration
Aquaculture
Ecotrust
Olympia Oysters
Oregon
Sustainability
Holiday Season
Ocean Acidification
Kelp Forests
Community Engagement
Natural Capital
Triple Bottom Line
Environmental Health
Food Safety
Chef Maylin Chavez
Yaquina Bay

Along the Oregon coast, a growing mariculture sector—the farming of marine life for food, restoration, conservation, or cultural knowledge—is building community wealth, an equitable economy, and climate resilience. Through an episodic podcast, we explore how “ocean farming” of oysters, urchins, and seaweeds can help develop a thriving and equitable economy and revitalize Oregon’s coastal communiti... more

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In Episode 3 of Tending the Tides, hosts Kaitlyn Rich and Megan Foucht explore the history and significance of the Olympia oyster, the only native oyster on the West Coast. Through conversations with restoration practitioners, chefs, and others, Mega... more

Winter is oyster season! In this bonus episode of Tending the Tides, Chef Maylin Chavez teaches us how to shuck an oyster. All you need is a shucking knife, a towel, and some Oregon oysters, and Chef Maylin will expertly guide you through the process... more

Welcome back for another episode of Tending the Tides: Stories of Mariculture on the Oregon Coast. In Episode 2, hosts Megan Foucht and Jon Bonkoski explore the history of oyster farming and dive into how oysters are grown, harvested, and eaten in Or... more

Introducing a new podcast from Ecotrust called Tending the Tides: Stories of Mariculture on the Oregon Coast. In this first episode, hosts Suzie O’Neill and Tyson Rasor dive into some of the foundational ideas, opportunities, and challenges around de... more

This Fall 2025, explore the Oregon coast with “Tending the Tides,” a new limited series podcast produced by Ecotrust. Dive into the world of mariculture and hear from oyster growers, scientists, seafood enthusiasts, and others as they share their exp... more

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Maylin Chavez
Chef and advocate for oysters
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Episode: Bonus: How to Shuck an Oyster
Xin Liu
Owner of Oregon Oyster Farms with over 30 years in the industry
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Episode: Episode 2: On the Half Shell
Alex Manderson
Shellfish specialist with the Oregon Department of Agriculture
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Episode: Episode 2: On the Half Shell
Jack Strong
Executive Chef of the Alice Inn and Spa and member of the Confederate Tribes of Sletz Indians
Episode: Episode 2: On the Half Shell
Steve Rumrill
Recently retired leader of the Shellfish Program at the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife
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Episode: Episode 1: Introducing Tending the Tides
Karina Nielsen
Director of Oregon Sea Grant at Oregon State University
Oregon Sea Grant
Episode: Episode 1: Introducing Tending the Tides
Tom Calvanese
Director of the Oregon Kelp Alliance and diver
Oregon Kelp Alliance
Episode: Episode 1: Introducing Tending the Tides

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Megan Foucht
Co-host focusing on marine life and its ecological benefits within the Oregon Coast mariculture sector.

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Bonus: How to Shuck an Oyster
Q: Is there anything else that we didn't ask you that you want to share about?
Maylin encourages listeners to not give up on oysters, suggesting they ask questions about their source and freshness when purchasing.
Bonus: How to Shuck an Oyster
Q: Can you describe to us the best way to shuck an oyster?
Maylin explains the process by describing the anatomy of the oyster, the tools needed, and detailed steps to safely shuck an oyster while ensuring freshness.

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The podcast explores the burgeoning mariculture sector along the Oregon Coast, which focuses on the sustainable farming of marine life such as oysters, urchins, and seaweeds. Episodes feature discussions on the ecological, economic, and cultural factors surrounding ocean farming, with particular emphasis on how these practices can contribute to environmental restoration and community empowerment. Topics often include the significance of local seafood, challenges faced by marine farmers, and the importance of collaboration among stakeholders. Unique for its blend of science, culture, and community narratives, the show aims to educate listeners about the benefits of responsible ocean farming and its role in fostering a more equitable economy ... more

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