The Bonaventure Package: The Most Unique & Beautiful Ash Scattering Service
A Unique and Eco-Friendly Tribute to a Loved One
Losing a loved one is a deeply emotional and challenging experience, but the Bonaventure Package offers families an extraordinary way to say goodbye, providing a meaningful, beautiful, and healing tribute. This all-inclusive package is designed to honor your loved one’s memory in a way that is deeply personal, eco-friendly, and aligned with their passions, whether they loved nature, adventure, or the sea.
The Bonaventure Package covers all aspects of the tribute—from world-class locations and deeply meaningful ceremonies to personalized touches and environmentally conscious practices. This package offers a seamless, stress-free experience for families, allowing you to focus on what truly matters: saying goodbye, finding peace, and celebrating a life well lived.
“Great is the art of beginning, but greater is the art of ending”
1. World-Class Locations for Ash Scattering Ceremonies
The Bonaventure Package offers 17 breathtaking, world-class locations for the scattering of ashes, thoughtfully chosen for their natural beauty, serenity, and symbolic meaning. Each destination allows families to honor a loved one in a place that reflects their spirit, passions, and connection to the natural world.
Whether drawn to oceans, mountains, wildlife migrations, or protected national parks, Bonaventure provides meaningful options for families seeking a beautiful and respectful final tribute.
Why Families Choose Destination Ash Scattering with Bonaventure
Bonaventure specializes in eco-conscious, compliant destination ash scattering ceremonies across the United States. Each location is carefully vetted for emotional resonance, environmental sensitivity, and legal permissibility.
Families choose Bonaventure because:
Locations are selected for beauty, symbolism, and peace
All scattering ceremonies follow National Park Service and EPA guidelines
Ashes are handled with care, dignity, and transparency
Families receive clear documentation and support throughout the process
Featured Ash Scattering Locations in the Bonaventure Package
Bioluminescent Ash Scattering in Puget Sound
Experience the rare magic of scattering ashes into glowing waters. Bioluminescence creates an ethereal, once-in-a-lifetime tribute—ideal for those drawn to wonder and mystery.
→ Puget Sound Bioluminescence Ash Scattering
Whale Migration Ash Scattering (Ruby Beach Whale Trail)
Release ashes along ancient whale migration routes off the Washington coast. A deeply symbolic option for ocean lovers and those who felt at home near the sea.
→ Whale Trail Ash Scattering at Ruby Beach
Yellowstone National Park Ash Scattering
A powerful tribute set among geysers, wildlife, and sweeping landscapes. Yellowstone is ideal for those who cherished wilderness and natural wonder.
→ Yellowstone National Park Ash Scattering
→ Learn more: Ash Scattering in Yellowstone National Park
Hot Air Balloon Ash Scattering Ceremony
A soaring tribute carried by wind and sky. This panoramic ceremony offers an unmatched sense of freedom and release.
→ Hot Air Balloon Ash Scattering Ceremony
Dolphins at Sunset: Pensacola Beach Ash Scattering
A serene Gulf Coast tribute where dolphins often appear at sunset, offering moments of peace and beauty.
→ Pensacola Beach Dolphin Ash Scattering
2. A Beautiful and Unique Crematory Ash Ceremony
The Bonaventure Package includes a beautiful and unique crematory ash ceremony tailored to fit your loved one’s personality and life. Whether it's an intimate gathering or a larger celebration of life, we work with you to create a ceremony that reflects their spirit.
Our team helps you design every detail, from the tone of the ceremony to any special rituals or personal touches you’d like to include. Whether it's a specific reading, a moment of reflection, or a favorite song, we ensure that the ceremony is deeply meaningful and healing for everyone involved.
3. Option to Have a Poem or Personal Message Read During the Ceremony
Families have the option to include a poem or personal message during the ceremony. Whether you choose a favorite poem that reflects your loved one’s life, a heartfelt message, or a piece of writing that was particularly meaningful to them, the inclusion of a personal reading can add a deeply emotional and comforting touch to the ceremony.
This personal element helps set the tone for the tribute and offers family members a chance to express their feelings and share the connection they had with the deceased.
4. Providing Closure and Healing for Families Through a Meaningful Tribute
One of the most powerful aspects of the Bonaventure Package is its ability to provide closure and healing. The act of scattering ashes in a special location—whether it’s a favorite place, a place with personal meaning, or a serene natural setting—can help families find peace in their grief. It allows for a tangible connection to the deceased, helping loved ones release their grief and begin the process of healing.
The experience is designed to bring closure to the emotional journey, leaving family members with a sense of peace and gratitude for the time shared with their loved one.
5. Simplicity and Peace of Mind: How Easy It Is to Arrange the Bonaventure Package
At Bonaventure, we believe in making the tribute process as easy and stress-free as possible. Our team handles all the logistics, allowing you to focus on the emotional aspects of the ceremony. Here’s how the process works:
Send Ashes via Free USPS Cremains Kit
Simply send a portion of your loved one’s ashes to us using a free USPS cremains kit. This kit makes the process easy, secure, and cost-effective.
We Take Care of Everything Else
Once we receive the ashes, our team of experts takes over. We manage all aspects of the tribute—coordinating with park authorities, arranging transportation, securing necessary permits, and organizing the ceremony itself. Everything from start to finish is handled by our experienced team, ensuring that your loved one’s tribute is beautiful and seamless.
6. Environmentally Friendly and Green Practices
The Bonaventure Package is designed with an emphasis on eco-friendly practices, so you can honor your loved one in a way that is as respectful to the earth as it is to their memory. Our environmentally conscious approach includes:
Eco-Friendly Locations: We carefully select ceremony locations that are not only beautiful but also environmentally protected, ensuring minimal disruption to the local ecosystem.
Biodegradable Materials: During the ceremony, biodegradable urns and materials are used, leaving no lasting trace on the environment.
Sustainable Practices: We use sustainable transportation when possible, minimizing our carbon footprint and ensuring that your loved one’s tribute aligns with green values.
Families can feel good about knowing that their loved one’s final tribute is both meaningful and environmentally respectful.
7. Consulting Park Rangers with Expertise in Archaeology, Soil, Aquatic, and Historical Knowledge
One of the unique aspects of the Bonaventure Package is our partnership with park rangers who have specialized knowledge in areas such as archaeology, soil science, aquatic biology, and local history. These experts ensure that all ceremonies conducted in national parks or protected areas adhere to local regulations and respect the natural environment.
Our consulting park rangers help us choose the best spots for ash scattering, ensuring that the process is conducted with utmost care and respect for the location’s historical and ecological significance. Their expertise ensures that the ceremony is not only beautiful but also environmentally responsible.
8. Experienced Event Planners for a Seamless Experience
The Bonaventure Package includes the support of experienced event planners who have helped organize high-profile events, including royal weddings and Hollywood celebrations. Our planners will work closely with you to ensure every detail of your loved one’s tribute is handled with care, precision, and grace.
Whether it's organizing transportation, coordinating with local services, or helping you decide on the perfect location and time for the ceremony, our event planners bring expertise and attention to detail to ensure everything goes smoothly.
9. Certified Sailing Captain for Sea Charters
For families wishing to scatter ashes at sea, the Bonaventure Package includes a certified sailing captain.
Our captain is knowledgeable about maritime regulations, weather conditions, and safety protocols, ensuring a serene and respectful experience for the family. A sea-based tribute is a peaceful and fitting way to honor a loved one who had a special connection to the ocean or the outdoors.
10. A Scene from the Scattering
As part of the Bonaventure Package, we include a professional photograph capturing the moment of the scattering. This image provides a lasting visual memory of the ceremony and the beauty of the location, allowing families to hold on to the emotional significance of the tribute.
The photo serves as a reminder of the love, peace, and healing that the ceremony brought, creating a tangible connection to the event.
11. Affordable, All-Inclusive Pricing—No Surprise Costs
The Bonaventure Package is affordable and all-inclusive, with no hidden fees or surprise costs. Our transparent pricing structure ensures that families can plan their loved one’s tribute with confidence, knowing exactly what to expect.
The package price includes:
National park pass fees and any necessary application and permit fees
Ceremonial coordination, including transportation and logistics
All photography and professional services
You’ll know the total cost up front, with no unexpected charges, ensuring peace of mind as you arrange this special tribute.
12. Couples Can Combine Ashes for a Forever Tribute
Combining Ashes for Couples: A Shared Tribute That Honors a Life Lived Together
For couples who spent their lives side by side—building a home, raising a family, weathering seasons together—the idea of separation in death can feel incomplete. For these partners, love was never singular. It was shared, intertwined, enduring.
The Bonaventure Package offers couples the option to combine ashes into a single, meaningful tribute—allowing two lives to be honored together in a final act that reflects unity, devotion, and shared history.
Whether through a joint scattering ceremony in nature or a commemorative keepsake, combining ashes provides a profound way to say: we are still together.
“You have been my friend. That in itself is a tremendous thing. ”
What Does It Mean to Combine Ashes?
Combining ashes involves thoughtfully merging two sets of cremated remains into one vessel or ceremony. This can be done in full or in part, depending on family wishes.
Some couples choose to:
Combine all ashes for a single shared scattering
Combine a portion for scattering while retaining keepsakes
Create a unified tribute after both partners have passed
Blend ashes to be scattered in a place meaningful to their shared story
For many families, this act becomes a powerful symbol—one final chapter written together.
→ Learn more in The Complete Guide to Combining & Scattering Ashes
Why Couples Choose a Joint Ash Scattering Ceremony
A joint ash scattering ceremony is not only a logistical decision—it is an emotional one.
Couples often choose this option because:
Their lives were deeply intertwined
They shared passions for travel, nature, or place
They expressed a wish to “never be apart”
Their family wants a single, unified place of remembrance
Scattering combined ashes allows the tribute to reflect the relationship itself—not two separate endings, but one shared legacy.
Many couples select destinations that held meaning during their lives, such as:
A favorite national park
A coastline they walked together
A place of adventure, faith, or reflection
Bonaventure offers joint scattering ceremonies across iconic locations including Yellowstone, Mount Rainier, Hawaii, the Tetons, and even bioluminescent waters of Puget Sound—each providing a timeless backdrop for a shared farewell.
Is Combining Ashes Allowed?
Yes. In most cases, combining ashes is permitted, including for scattering in national parks and at sea—provided all relevant guidelines are followed.
Bonaventure ensures that:
Scattering locations comply with National Park Service or EPA regulations
Ashes are handled respectfully and discreetly
Families receive guidance on permits and documentation when required
Helpful resources:
A Final Act of Love
For couples who spent decades choosing each other—every morning, every challenge, every quiet joy—combining ashes is more than a decision. It is a statement.
It says:
We lived together.
We loved together.
We rest together.
The Bonaventure Package honors that devotion with care, reverence, and breathtaking natural settings—offering families peace in knowing their loved ones are remembered not as individuals alone, but as a life beautifully shared.
If you’re considering this option, Bonaventure’s team is here to guide you gently—answering questions, honoring wishes, and helping you create a tribute worthy of a lifetime of love.
Additional National Park & Nature-Based Ash Scattering Locations
Bonaventure also offers ash scattering ceremonies at:
Each destination offers a distinct landscape and emotional experience—allowing families to choose a place that truly feels right.
Is Ash Scattering Legal in National Parks and at Sea?
Yes—when done properly.
National Park Service Ash Scattering Permits
Most national parks require a permit for ash scattering. Bonaventure handles location-specific guidance and compliance.
→ NPS Permit to Scatter Ashes
→ NPS 10 Essentials for Outdoor Safety
Ash Scattering at Sea (EPA Guidelines)
For ocean scatterings, federal regulations apply.
→ EPA Burial at Sea Guidance
→ EPA Notice of Scattering Requirements
How to Ship Cremated Remains Safely
Families sending ashes to Bonaventure are encouraged to use the official USPS kit for compliance and peace of mind.
→ USPS Cremated Remains Shipping Kit
→ Helpful guide: How to Ship Cremated Ashes
Is Ash Scattering Legal in National Parks and at Sea?
Yes—when done properly. Ash scattering is legal in national parks and at sea when families follow established federal guidelines designed to protect natural spaces and honor the environment.
Understanding the rules ahead of time helps families feel confident, respectful, and at peace with their decision.
Is It Legal to Scatter Ashes in National Parks?
Yes. The National Park Service (NPS) allows ash scattering in most national parks with prior permission. Each park has its own process, but the general requirements are consistent nationwide.
Typically, national parks require that:
A permit or written authorization is obtained in advance
Ashes are scattered discreetly and away from developed areas, trails, and waterways
No markers, monuments, or memorials are left behind
The scattering remains private and environmentally respectful
These guidelines ensure that parks remain protected while still allowing families a meaningful farewell.
→ Official guidance: Permit to Scatter Ashes in a National Park
Is It Legal to Scatter Ashes at Sea?
Yes. Scattering ashes at sea is legal in U.S. waters when conducted in accordance with Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations under the Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act.
EPA requirements generally include:
Scattering at least three nautical miles from shore
Using biodegradable containers when applicable
Submitting a Notice of Scattering to the EPA within 30 days of the ceremony
These rules help preserve marine ecosystems while allowing families a dignified ocean tribute.
→ Official guidance: EPA Burial at Sea Guidelines
→ Required form: EPA Notice of Scattering
Does Combining Ashes Change Legal Requirements?
No. Whether ashes are scattered individually or combined, legal requirements remain the same. Permits, location rules, and environmental guidelines apply based on where the scattering occurs—not how many individuals are included.
How Bonaventure Ensures Legal & Respectful Ash Scattering
Bonaventure works within federal, state, and site-specific regulations to ensure every scattering is:
Fully compliant with NPS and EPA requirements
Environmentally conscious and leave-no-trace
Handled with dignity, discretion, and care
Families receive guidance on permits, location selection, and documentation—so they never have to navigate regulations alone.
A Final Word of Reassurance
Ash scattering is not only legal—it is a deeply respected and time-honored practice when done responsibly. With the proper permissions and care, families can honor their loved ones in places of extraordinary beauty, knowing they are acting both lawfully and lovingly.
Helpful Ash Scattering & Cremation Resources
Families often find comfort and clarity in these guides:
The Bonaventure Package offers a deeply personalized, beautiful, and eco-friendly way to honor your loved one. From world-class locations and expert planning to environmentally conscious practices and a seamless, stress-free experience, this package is designed to create a meaningful tribute that will help you find closure, healing, and peace.
With no hidden costs, a commitment to sustainability, and expert guidance every step of the way, the Bonaventure Package ensures that your loved one’s memory is honored with respect, love, and care.
Learn more about our ash scattering service, from locations we love to couples’ scattering options.