As we contemplate how our personal decisions impact the planet, there is an end-of-life option available in nine protected forests across the country. Tori Nonnemacher from Better Place Forests talks with us about what a Better Place Forest is, the option it provides and her own personal experience that led her to this unique business.

This episode was hosted and produced by Anne Morehouse, edited by Parker Morehouse, original music by Caileen Viehweg and logo/artwork by Joel Morehouse.

:30 Tori Nonnemacher introduction

:56 What is Better Place Forests?

1:48 What is a memorial forest?

2:50 Why do people choose Better Place Forests?

4:06 How do people select a tree?

5:07 How much do Better Place Forests memorial trees cost?

6:08 Why should people choose Better Place Forests (as opposed to other options)?

7:03 What happens if lightning strikes my tree?

8:38 What would Better Place Forests do if there were a forest fire?

9:20 What brought Tori to Better Place Forests?

12:00 How does the forest affect people who are grieving?

13:22 Are there more Better Place Forests in Minnesota and/or the rest of the country?

14:09 Can people select any forest, are there any rules for placement?

15:04 Visiting forests across the country.

15:30 What is there to do in the area when visiting the St. Croix Valley forest location? How should people prepare for their visit?

18:06 How can people reach Better Place Forests with questions or to schedule a tour?