SCATTERING AT SEA FAQ

Do I have to get a permit or special approval before scattering at sea?

No. Cremated remains may be scattered on all public navigable waterways in Washington State.  These include Puget Sound, rivers, streams, lakes, and the Pacific Ocean within a three-mile limit.  No reporting is required.

Can I place the urn with the cremated remains into the ocean?

No. Do not drop or throw the urn into a body of water, unless it is made of a certified biodegradable material.   Remove the metal identification disc from inside the urn and the identification label from the outside.  Dispose of metal disc, plastic bag, bag closure, label and urn separately.   

How many friends and family members can I have with me?

At this time, our boat can accommodate up to five friends and family members.

Who will Jerns be contacting to arrange this for me?

You will not have to deal with a third party, we have a staff member who is a trained and experienced sailor with their own boat.