To advance these goals, researchers at The Kelp Rescue Initiative conduct experiments in the laboratory and field. We have two kelp nurseries, one at the Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre, and one at the Deep Bay Marine Field Station. Experiments in our nurseries target questions such as optimal growing conditions, substrates, and seeding densities for the two kelp species we work with: giant kelp and bull kelp. Outplanting is a step that often involves moving large quantities of heavy material from the nursery to the field. This must be done carefully so as not to dislodge young kelp. Every year, we refine methods to conduct these processes at ever larger scales, which requires different logistics and equipment than at small experimental scales. Finally, we trial some outplanting techniques that involve divers and others that use boat outplanting without divers.