End-of-Life University

Ep. 475 Tree vs. Tombstone: Better Place Forests with Gillian Nye


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Learn about a beautiful, sustainable option for disposition of ashes after death at the base of a memorial tree.

My guest Gillian Nye has served at the Forest Memorials Manager at Better Place Forests for the past 6 years. She helps families create meaningful, nature-centered ceremonies that honor their loved ones in a unique and sustainable manner. She will tell us how and why to choose a special tree as a memorial for ourselves or those we love. If you love trees (as I do) and want to learn about sustainable options for disposition after death don’t miss this conversation! Learn more at the website:

betterplaceforests.com

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This episode includes:
  • The story behind how Better Place Forests got started
  • Where the forests are located
  • The process for choosing a memorial tree (online or in-forest)
  • Reforestation of other forests through partnership with Arbor Day Foundation
  • How families can return over time to visit the tree they’ve chosen
  • Examples of nature-centered ceremonies that have taken place in the forests
  • How families benefit from choosing a tree as a memorial (rather than a tombstone)
  • The “spreading grove” as a less-expensive forest option for disposition
  • Links mentioned in this episode:
    • Karen Wyatt on Growth Mixtape Podcast
    • Previous interview with Sandy Gibson of Better Place Forests
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