The Spreading Grove: a next chapter of life in the forest
A beautiful, more affordable resting place for ashes
A first of its kind final resting place for ashes in a protected grove of Better Place Forests St. Croix Valley.
The Spreading Grove: a next chapter of life in the forest
A beautiful, more affordable resting place for ashes
Learn more about the Spreading Grove at Better Place Forests St. Croix Valley, a first of its kind final resting place in a protected grove of trees, where your loved one’s ashes can become part of the forest’s enduring life cycle.
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Where memories live on
The Spreading Grove at Better Place Forests offers a unique, natural resting place for ashes in a dedicated grove of trees. It’s an affordable, natural alternative to traditional memorials.
Here you can legally return ashes to the earth in a dedicated space in a protected forest where your loved one can rejoin the cycle of life. A Memorial Marker is included as a tribute to your loved one, guiding future journeys through the forest.
How it works
1 – Rejoin the cycle of life
Schedule a dedicated time for you and your guests to return ashes of one person to the earth in the Spreading Grove. You’ll receive instructions on how to spread ashes.
How it works
1 – Rejoin the cycle of life
Schedule a dedicated time for you and your guests to return ashes of one person to the earth in the Spreading Grove. You’ll receive instructions on how to spread ashes.
How it works
2 – Complete set up
At the forest all of the tools and vessels you will need will be waiting.
How it works
2 – Complete set up
At the forest all of the tools and vessels you will need will be waiting.
How it works
3 – Return ashes to the earth
A nest made of forest floor is prepared for you to spread the ashes. A Forest Guide is available to assist you.
Honoring Life
3 – Return ashes to the earth
A nest made of forest floor is prepared for you to spread the ashes. A Forest Guide is available to assist you.
How it works
4 – Mark your place
After ashes have been spread, a Forest Guide will place a Memorial Marker personalized with name and year of birth and death along the path to guide future journeys.
How it works
4 – Mark your place
After ashes have been spread, a Forest Guide will place a Memorial Marker personalized with name and year of birth and death along the path to guide future journeys.
How it works
5 – Ongoing forest access
Stay connected and keep memories alive. Friends and family are welcome to visit the forest and explore the vast network of trails.
How it works
5 – Ongoing forest access
Stay connected and keep memories alive. Friends and family are welcome to visit the forest and explore the vast network of trails.
Why Choose a Forest Spreading?
Legally spread ashes
Ashes are spread legally and responsibly in a protected forest.
Visit and remember
You and your loved ones have ongoing access to the forest.
Spread ashes
The process respects the environment, ensuring an eco-friendly tribute.
100% Natural
A meaningful end-of-life option that brings peace and value to families.
The Spreading Grove
At Better Place Forests St. Croix Valley
What’s included:
The right to legally spread ashes of one person
Dedicated spreading experience for up to 5 guests with guided support
Personalized small Memorial Marker - Name, birth year, and death year
Ongoing forest access
$2,250 $1,895 for a limited time
Secure your spot today and enjoy this special pricing.
Spreading Grove vs. Memorial Trees
Spreading Grove
Memorial Marker
inscription includes
name and dates only
Resting place
for 1 person
No pets allowed
Full access to
the forest
Starting Price
$1,895
Memorial Tree
Memorial Marker
inscription is
fully customizable
Resting place can
be shared with
multiple people
Pets allowed
Full access to
the forest
Starting Price
$5,900
Protected in perpetuity
Choosing the Spreading Grove at Better Place Forests St. Croix Valley helps preserve the entire 112-acre forest ecosystem, ensuring it remains a sanctuary for generations to come.
Home to abundant wildlife, serene wetlands, and lakefront vistas, the forest offers a peaceful setting to honor life and reconnect with nature.
Your choice supports the ongoing protection of this cherished land.
Protected in perpetuity
By choosing the Forest Spreading Grove as a final resting place, you help protect the entire 112-acre forest ecosystem. Home to abundant wildlife, peaceful wetlands, and lakefront vistas, enjoy all the forest has to offer.
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Explore a Next Chapter of Life in the Forest
Join the many families who have chosen this beautiful, meaningful final resting place. Sign up below to learn more about exclusive savings, limited-time pricing, and availability in the Spreading Grove.
Don’t miss this opportunity to take the next step.
Discover the Spreading Grove
Explore a Next Chapter of Life in the Forest
Join the many families who have chosen
this beautiful, meaningful final resting place.
Sign up below to learn more about
exclusive savings, limited-time pricing, and
availability in the Spreading Grove.
Don’t miss this opportunity to take the next step.
