Description
Burial has been part of human cultural traditions for thousands of years. Contemporary discussions about death have typically taken place behind closed doors. However, there been a renewed desire for the community to become active participants in the process of death. This class discusses what natural burial is, how it benefits the environment, and the rights that you have in caring for your loved ones after death.
Claire McFadyen and Bryan Beard are co-owners and operators of Natural Burial New Mexico and La Puerta Natural Burial Ground. McFadyen has bachelors’ in anthropology, ecology, and evolutionary biology and a master’s in public health emphasizing environmental health. Beard has a BS in industrial design and a passion for creating things and spaces that invoke meaning.