‘The Green Goodbye’ walked the community through different burial methods

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Eco Fest and Death Done Friendly hosted a workshop, ‘The Green Goodbye: Exploring Eco-Friendly Death,’ at Discover Yoga on Sunday.

At the event, they spoke about burial practices.

Lauren Richwine from Death Done Friendly spoke about conservation burials, how to make sure nothing toxic is put into the ground, and how to do flameless cremation.

“It’s also really nice for your last act as a human ... to contribute to the well-being of your community and to the world. I also think there are some elements of eco-friendly burial options that harken back to ways that we used to care for the dead that are very hands-on and very community-oriented,” said Richwine.

All proceeds from the workshop will help Eco Fest do more educational outreach events.

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