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How do Alaskans harvest bull kelp?

At first glance, this plant looks like a rubber tube, but it’s actually a type of kelp called bull kelp, commonly found in the waters of Alaska. Here, bull kelp is a popular food among locals due to its distinct crunchy texture.
Bull kelp thrives in areas with strong waves and fast-moving currents. Its body is long, thick, and hollow on the inside, resembling a giant straw. Unlike many other types of kelp, bull kelp is known for its long stem with just a small cluster of blades at the base.
What makes this kelp remarkable is its impressive growth rate — its stalk can grow more than 8 inches a day and reach lengths of 50 to 100 feet when fully mature.
In the summer, when the tide goes out, locals harvest bull kelp by cutting off the top part, leaving the base intact so it can continue to grow. After harvesting, the kelp is thinly sliced into round pieces to be pickled, or it’s ground, bottled, and processed into sauces for sale.

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