Unattended Scattering of Ashes at Sea

The unattended scattering of remains at sea are presided by our licensed Captain and mate. This option is for those who are unable to be present but would like to comply with a loved one’s last wishes for a peaceful internment. The ashes are scattered with dignity and in a pre-selected location with latitude and longitude coordinates which allows for family members to visit at any time in the future. The unattended ash scattering services is our most economical option. Cremated remains also known as Cremains are received and handled in a professional and respectful manor. The cremated remains will be scattered within approximately 30 days of receipt. A certificate will be mailed to the family that includes the exact location, time, and date of scattering after the event takes place. Arrangements for transport can be made at the United States Postal Service. All other carrier services DO NOT offer this service. Of course remains can be dropped off in person if you prefer.

Price Includes:

• Required EPA Filing of Permit
• Official LIBC Sea Certificate marking coordinates (Latitude & Longitude) scattering of cremains
• Rate for this service is $300.

Add an additional $125 for another family member at the same service.

Steps

Step 1:
Call Long Island Boat Charters to set up the scattering of cremated remains.
You can either have them shipped directly to our office or bring the ashes down in person.

Step 2:
Packaging.
The cremation remains container/urn must be placed into leak proof packaging (plastic bag), boxed, and sealed (taped). This box must be placed into a secondary shipping box and sealed. Make sure to place packing material (bubble wrap, foam, paper, etc.) into the shipping box to reduce internal movement.

Step 3:
Shipping
The United States Postal Service Registered Mail is the only way to ship cremated remains.
Fill out the Registered Mail shipping label with both the shipping and return address.
The card will be mailed to you with the signature of the person who received the cremation remains.

Step 4:
Identify and declare the package DOES contain cremated remains.
This must be noted on the addressed side of the shipping box.

Step 5:
In a separate attached envelope please fill out and enclose the  “Unattended Disposition of Remains Authorization“ which is also included on this page for printing.

Step 6:
Go to the nearest post office and ship the cremation remains via Registered Mail.

MAIL TO:
Long Island Boat Charters
34 Sunset lane
Patchogue NY 11772