We’re deep diving into ash scattering traditions from around the world, including tips for scattering in those countries, their laws, and the most beautiful places to scatter.

As American families seek more eco-friendly, meaningful, and affordable ways to say goodbye, these European traditions offer a clear blueprint for what’s next in the evolving landscape of U.S. funerals and ash scattering.

We’ve crafted a guide to help families think through the best ways to honor their loved ones with ash scattering in a National Park.

The full deep dive comparing traditional burial, green burial, cremation, and ash scattering.

Our team has current former park rangers— here are our tips on scattering ashes legally, respects the environment, and maximizes the beauty of your tribute.

After guiding hundreds on Yellowstone’s trails, I’m sharing some of my insider tips for the best places to scatter ashes. And what to do to save money and be safe while you’re there.

Ash scattering tips in National Parks, private land, and across hidden wilderness.

Answering top questions about cremation and ash scattering.

Meet the BONAVENTURE team and learn about our process of scattering ashes in National Parks in some of America’s most sacred places.

Grand Tetons National Park: We’re family owned and operated, scouting locations for the most breathtaking places in the United States to scatter ashes. This is from the most recent expedition.

Ash scattering ideas: a quick resource guide.

Explore the latest funeral and cremation trends shaping how we honor loved ones—from virtual funerals and crowdfunding memorials to personalized destination scattering in iconic national parks. Discover meaningful, sustainable, and customized ways to create lasting legacies.

BONAVENTURE helps answer some of the internet’s most asked questions about cremation and ash scattering.

Learn to scatter ashes the right way: From National Parks to right in your own backyard.

We’ve compiled 50 creative ways to scatter ashes— some ideas are poetic and some are tailored to hobbies and interests. But all of the ideas are crafted for maximum beauty and unique tributes for the loved one.

The choice to keep a loved one’s ashes at home is deeply personal, shaped by tradition, belief, and what brings you comfort. While some cultures view it as a disruption to the spirit’s journey, others see it as a way to stay close to those we love. At Bonaventure, we believe there’s no right or wrong—only what feels meaningful to you.

Many families choose to keep ashes in decorative urns, share them among relatives, or scatter them in places of significance like national parks or the ocean. If you’re unsure about what’s best, we’re here to help you explore options that honor your loved one’s legacy.

A Guide to Meaningful Memorial Destinations & How to Honor Your Loved One with Beauty and Care

Read on for a guide to selecting an ash scattering location for your loved one based on their personality type and interests.

National parks are sacred ground for many families—not just because of their beauty, but because of the memories made there. Whether it was a first road trip, a honeymoon hike, or a decades-long tradition of visiting wild places together, a final scattering in one of these majestic settings can feel like a homecoming.

Today, we’re answering some of the most common questions around join ash scattering.