Aquamation in California – All You Need to Know

The death of a loved one is a major event that sometimes requires a fast decision. If you don’t want a traditional burial or a cremation, we’re here to tell you that aquamation in California is a legal option. This post provides an overview of the process of aquamation, as well as highlights its providers […]
Comparing Aquamation (Alkaline Hydrolysis) vs. Cremation: The Complete Guide

Planning for end of life logistics is difficult. And with newer concepts and options such as aquamation, planning requires thinking through many decisions about your preferences and how they will impact your family. One of the single most important decisions you can make is choosing the method of final disposition. Historically this has been the […]
She speaks for the trees: Earth Day with a Forest Guide

For Earth Day, we had a conversation with Alicia, a managing forest steward for Better Place Forests. She goes into the healing properties of nature and how leaving a lasting environmental legacy can help the earth for generations to come. ‘
Building a Meaningful Legacy: Your Guide to Modern End of Life Options

A guide that describes today’s modern end of life options. This is useful for those who seek unique, natural or sustainable options.
International Women”s Day: Celebrating the women of Better Place Forests

To celebrate International Women’s Day, we’re highlighting some of the women of Better Place Forests. Learn more about our team of changemakers.
Better Place Forests named as one of Fast Company’s World Changing Ideas 2020

We’re so proud and humbled to be recognized as one of Fast Company’s World Changing Ideas for 2020. This wouldn’t be possible without our customers, to whom we say thanks
Announcing our newest forest — Yosemite Gateway!

Return to the earth with this green burial alternative in a breathtaking 170-acre forest outside of Yosemite National Park.
A Partnership to Protect Our Earth

Better Place Forests and One Tree Planted partners to help protect the Earth and conserve forestland. Better Place Forests joins One Tree Planted’s One Million Tree Challenge, with a goal of planting over 50,000 trees in 2020.
A wedding in the forest: Kathryn and Joey’s story

Kathryn and Joey chose to be married at their memorial tree in the Santa Cruz mountains. Learn more about the couple and their special day in the forest.
Coming to Southern California — Better Place Forests Lake Arrowhead!

We’re thrilled to announce our first memorial forest in Southern California. Learn more about Lake Arrowhead forest. ‘