Be Wild
Much of our work is dedicated to farming.
What about the seaweed that washes up onto the shore? Sea lettuce (Ulva lactuca) is known for washing up on the shores of Long Island, creating a host of problems as it decomposes.
If you want to dig in with seaweed and have an existing group you’d like to volunteer with, we’d love to find a way to support your work - including how to help you process your seaweed into products!
The information on this page is for educational purposes only and is not a definitive guide. Always follow local regulations, assess environmental conditions carefully, and prioritize your personal safety. Any harvesting you choose to do is entirely at your own risk — Lazy Point Farms is not responsible for injury, illness, or poor decisions made in the field. Please use good judgment, and treat the ecosystem with care and respect.
Wild-harvesting tips
🔍 Check legality: Verify local harvesting rules first
🦺 Safety first: wear gloves and be aware of trapped gas, debris
🌊 Pick clean sites: Avoid polluted or high-traffic water
✂️ Harvest loose only: only take what’s in excess + washed ashore.
🚫🚜 Stay small: no equipment that could disrupt marine life
🚿 Rinse salt: use fresh water or rainfall
🧼 Remove debris: sort out plastic, shells, and seeds
🌱 Apply smart: use as mulch, compost, spray, or tea. do not use as food