How is the Body Prepared?

By |2017-03-16T20:47:04-05:00March 14th, 2015|Categories: |

For a natural burial a body is prepared without the use of embalming chemicals or disinfectants.  Washing with soap, essential oils and warm water, and keeping the body cool is adequate preparation.  If clothing is desired, selecting items of cotton and/or other natural products is encouraged.  The body may be buried in a biodegradable coffin, casket, [...]

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What type burial containers can be used?

By |2017-03-16T20:59:40-05:00March 11th, 2015|Categories: |

Burial containers must be 100% biodegradable and non- toxic.  Shrouds and certified green caskets are acceptable.  All burial shrouds must be made of natural plant or animal fibers.  We also allow silk and linen options.  Caskets must be constructed from wood, grasses, reeds, bamboo, or natural materials.  Metal caskets, fasteners, synthetic linings, formaldehyde glues, & high [...]

Can I still be embalmed?

By |2017-03-16T20:46:57-05:00March 10th, 2015|Categories: |

Because embalming significantly retards the natural process of decomposition and because it introduces a variety of toxic chemicals into the cemetery, embalming is not compatible with a natural cemetery.

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