Image Gallery
We can't wait to share images of Alaska Natural Burial as a functioning conservation burial ground. Until then, here's a look at the amazing work being done by conservation burial grounds elsewhere in the country, and some images from "Parcel 2-156" (our *hopefully* future home).
These images capture the differences between natural burial and conventional burial. Check out the variations in grave markers (including GPS markers) and the extent to which family participation is encouraged (from the procession to the interment and decorating the grave). Burial containers also stand out -- they are all made of natural fibers and are readily biodegradable; many families have opted to forego the casket altogether, choosing to use a shroud and body board instead. Fresh graves appear to be mounded quite tall, but these settle over time. A true return to nature.
These images capture the differences between natural burial and conventional burial. Check out the variations in grave markers (including GPS markers) and the extent to which family participation is encouraged (from the procession to the interment and decorating the grave). Burial containers also stand out -- they are all made of natural fibers and are readily biodegradable; many families have opted to forego the casket altogether, choosing to use a shroud and body board instead. Fresh graves appear to be mounded quite tall, but these settle over time. A true return to nature.
More images -- Green burial goods and images from Kokosing Nature Preserve and Larkspur Conservation
Images from Parcel 2-156
