Burial at Sea – Ash Scattering – Options

A burial at sea — the scattering of a loved one’s ashes — is deeply personal. It happens only once, so even though there is no right or wrong way, you certainly wish to make it as special as possible.  It offers family and friends a chance to honor the life lived, share stories, and create lasting memories together on the open water. It is an opportunity to grieve and heal, something that is not as often available in our modern society as it should be.

To make the occasion as unique and meaningful as possible, we offer a variety of enhancements you can add to your charter. From special rituals to personalized touches, these elements can create heartfelt moments you’ll treasure for years. If you don’t see exactly what you have in mind, simply let us know — we can help you bring your vision to life.

Time together is precious, especially on such a meaningful day. Extending your charter allows space for reflection, conversation, and shared moments that can’t be rushed. This is the best additional option to add to the ash scattering at sea. It takes time to heal and bond, so we recommend at least an additional hour. You may not see some of the family members again for a long time and it’s possible that some will pass this life before an opportunity to see them.

During the additional time there are many options such as going down past the city, seeing the dolphins or watching the sun go down. Some families even combine the ash scattering with a whale watching charter. We have had numerous families express to us how they appreciated this extra time during an ash scattering at sea. It made their event even more memorable.

These may be added at your discretion and truly add a lovely touch. There is no need to use excessive amounts of flowers, but a few make it beautiful.

We are only able to put biodegradable items in the ocean, so if you are going to place wreaths in the water make sure that they are not held together with wire or anything that is not biodegradable.

Choose flowers that reflect your loved one’s personality and preferences. We can create wreaths out of most types of flowers.  The wreaths do create a great focal point in the water and they are much recommended.

We have found that shells for scattering are a great option for many families. Family members write a message to the loved one and place it in a sea shell which is then placed in the water. This offers a sense of participation, a personal connection, and a meaningful moment of closure..

Please let us know if you would like this option on your charter and we will be happy to arrange it for you.

Simple refreshments such as water and soft drinks are usually freely available at no cost. We do allow our clients to bring champagne, wine or the like on to use as a toast to the departed.

Arrangements may also be made for additional food, beverages etc. Since tastes vary, many small groups prefer to bring their own. If you would like catering we would be happy to arrange it. Items such as a bagels and fruit, cheese and cracker platter, vegetable platter or other small snacks are inexpensive and add a nice touch to the event.

Instead of cremation residue, you may now opt to receive your loved one back as a collection of smooth, solid stones.

Parting Stones offer a clean and tactile method of remembrance as compared to traditionally cremated remains. With the special solidification method, the ashes are transformed into an average of 40-60 stones. Each is handcrafted and beautifully made, individually colored in soothing natural tones of white, blue, and gray which provide a captivating way to hold, display, or share your loved one’s memories.

• • No loose ashes
  • Easy to hold and display
  • Each collection is 100% your loved one
  • Ideal for sharing with family or keeping close at home.

Some of the cremains can be scattered at sea while the rest can be shaped into keepsake stones.