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SUMMARY:Speaking of Death: Tour & Q&A at Great River Natural Burial
DESCRIPTION:We are honored to host the Speaking of Death series for a tour and Q&A at Great River Natural Burial with co-founder Russell Hargrave. Join us as we explore our burial grounds and discuss the principles of natural burial\, and how it aligns with sustainability\, simplicity\, and honoring the cycle of life. \n  \nThis event is part of Speaking of Death\, an end-of-life educational series sponsored by Mid-Columbia Unitarian Universalist Fellowship\, co-led by Rev. Barbara Prose and Tamara Thiel\, Columbia Gorge End-of-Life Doula. This series offers a chance to befriend mortality\, explore available options\, and engage in deep contemplation on death. \n  \nAll are welcome! Donations are appreciated. \n  \nFor more information\, visit mcuuf2.org or contact Tamara at tcthood@gmail.com.
URL:https://greatriveroregon.org/event/speaking-of-death-tour-qa-at-great-river-natural-burial/
LOCATION:Great River\, 2350 Carroll Road\, Mosier\, Oregon\, 97040
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250604T140000
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SUMMARY:Forest Seeds: Youth Land Connection Series with Let's Get Out
DESCRIPTION:Forest Seeds utilizes awareness games\, fire-building\, foraging\, carving\, wild food cooking\, seasonal crafts\, sit spots and quiet observation\, intentional movement activities\, and learning to use basic tools like flint strikers\, knives\, hatchets\, and saws. \n  \nChildren are picked up at May Street and Westside Elementary schools and transported to Great River. Parents pick up at 6:00 pm at Marina Park. \n  \nDate: First Wednesday of each month\, March – June. March 5th\, April 2nd\, May 7th\, June 4th \nCost: $225 for all 4 sessions\, scholarships available \nSee https://www.lets-get-out.com/forest-seeds for more information.  Questions about this class series can be emailed to growforestseeds@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://greatriveroregon.org/event/forest-seeds-youth-land-connection-series-with-lets-get-out-4/
LOCATION:Great River\, 2350 Carroll Road\, Mosier\, Oregon\, 97040
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250517T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250517T163000
DTSTAMP:20260428T235136
CREATED:20250420T054043Z
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SUMMARY:Join Us in Celebration: The Opening of Great River Natural Burial
DESCRIPTION:🌿 Join us for a meaningful afternoon of learning\, connection\, and community as we celebrate the opening of Great River Natural Burial.\n⁠\n✨ Hear from acclaimed authors Michele Nijhuis (Beloved Beasts) and Elizabeth Fournier (The Green Burial Guidebook)\n⁠\n🌱 Witness a symbolic natural burial ceremony\n⁠\n🎁 Enter a gift drawing for a Legacy Burial Plot — a final resting place rooted in environmental kindness\, offered as our thank-you to the community that made this vision possible. \nLet us know you are coming here: \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/great-river-natural-burial-opening-celebration-tickets-1319310706839?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://greatriveroregon.org/event/join-us-in-celebration-the-opening-of-great-river-natural-burial/
LOCATION:Great River\, 2350 Carroll Road\, Mosier\, Oregon\, 97040
ORGANIZER;CN="Great River Natural Burial":MAILTO:stephanie.Hargrave@greatriveroregon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250517T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250517T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T235136
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250405T032559Z
UID:2016-1747486800-1747497600@greatriveroregon.org
SUMMARY:Save the Date\, Great River Natural Burial Opening Celebration!
DESCRIPTION:Save the date to join us as we celebrate the opening of our natural burial cemetery\, one of only 2 all-natural burial cemeteries in the state of Oregon and the only cemetery in this area licensed to sell both pre-arranged and at-need burial products and services. \n\nHear from conservation and green burial experts\nTour the cemetery with the founders\nExperience a symbolic natural burial demonstration accompanied by acapella song\nView Green Burial Council certified  biodegradable shrouds and burial containers\nLight snacks provided\n\nMore details to come\, we hope to see you in the wildflower-filled meadows of Great River on May 17th.
URL:https://greatriveroregon.org/event/save-the-date-great-river-natural-burial-opening-celebration/
LOCATION:Great River\, 2350 Carroll Road\, Mosier\, Oregon\, 97040
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250507T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250507T180000
DTSTAMP:20260428T235136
CREATED:20250228T143346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T143346Z
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SUMMARY:Forest Seeds: Youth Land Connection Series with Let's Get Out
DESCRIPTION:Forest Seeds utilizes awareness games\, fire-building\, foraging\, carving\, wild food cooking\, seasonal crafts\, sit spots and quiet observation\, intentional movement activities\, and learning to use basic tools like flint strikers\, knives\, hatchets\, and saws. \n  \nChildren are picked up at May Street and Westside Elementary schools and transported to Great River. Parents pick up at 6:00 pm at Marina Park. \n  \nDate: First Wednesday of each month\, March – June. March 5th\, April 2nd\, May 7th\, June 4th \nCost: $225 for all 4 sessions\, scholarships available \nSee https://www.lets-get-out.com/forest-seeds for more information.  Questions about this class series can be emailed to growforestseeds@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://greatriveroregon.org/event/forest-seeds-youth-land-connection-series-with-lets-get-out-3/
LOCATION:Great River\, 2350 Carroll Road\, Mosier\, Oregon\, 97040
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250430T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250430T190000
DTSTAMP:20260428T235136
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SUMMARY:A Community Conversation on Natural Burial
DESCRIPTION:Hood River County Library\, 502 State St\, Hood River\, OR 97031 \nJoin us for an evening of thoughtful community conversation about natural burial—a simple\, sustainable\, and meaningful way to return to the earth. \nLearn more about \n\nNatural vs. conventional burial – Key differences\nProcessing loss – Active participation in burial\nHonoring grief – Community support & meaningful rituals\nGreat River Natural Burial –Vision for a sustainable resting place\nFinancial considerations – Medicaid\, Veteran’s benefits\n\nThis is a space to ask questions\, share thoughts\, and connect with others who care about a more natural way of saying goodbye. \nWe hope to see you there.
URL:https://greatriveroregon.org/event/a-community-conversation-on-natural-burial-4/
LOCATION:OR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250423T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250423T190000
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CREATED:20250405T030015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250405T033127Z
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SUMMARY:A Community Conversation on Natural Burial
DESCRIPTION:Columbia Gorge Community College\, Building 1\, room 366\, 400 E Scenic Dr\, The Dalles\, OR 97058 \n\n\n\nJoin us for an evening of thoughtful community conversation about natural burial—a simple\, sustainable\, and meaningful way to return to the earth.Learn more about \n\nNatural vs. conventional burial – Key differences\nProcessing loss – Active participation in burial\nHonoring grief – Community support & meaningful rituals\nGreat River Natural Burial –Vision for a sustainable resting place\nFinancial considerations – Medicaid\, Veteran’s benefits\n\nThis is a space to ask questions\, share thoughts\, and connect with others who care about a more natural way of saying goodbye. \nWe hope to see you there.
URL:https://greatriveroregon.org/event/a-community-conversation-on-natural-burial-3/
LOCATION:OR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250420T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250420T190000
DTSTAMP:20260428T235136
CREATED:20250405T033853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250405T033853Z
UID:2030-1745128800-1745175600@greatriveroregon.org
SUMMARY:Easter Sunrise with Riverside Commuity Church
DESCRIPTION:Join Riverside Community Church community members to watch the sun rise  in Mountain View Meadow
URL:https://greatriveroregon.org/event/easter-sunrise-with-riverside-commuity-church/
LOCATION:Great River\, 2350 Carroll Road\, Mosier\, Oregon\, 97040
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250416T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250416T190000
DTSTAMP:20260428T235136
CREATED:20250405T025800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250405T032842Z
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SUMMARY:A Community Conversation on Natural Burial
DESCRIPTION:Mosier Grange\, 1000 4th Ave\, Mosier\, OR 97040 \n\n\n\nJoin us for an evening of thoughtful community conversation about natural burial—a simple\, sustainable\, and meaningful way to return to the earth.Learn more about \n\nNatural vs. conventional burial – Key differences\nProcessing loss – Active participation in burial\nHonoring grief – Community support & meaningful rituals\nGreat River Natural Burial –Vision for a sustainable resting place\nFinancial considerations – Medicaid\, Veteran’s benefits\n\nThis is a space to ask questions\, share thoughts\, and connect with others who care about a more natural way of saying goodbye. \nWe hope to see you there.\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://greatriveroregon.org/event/a-community-conversation-on-natural-burial-2/
LOCATION:OR
ORGANIZER;CN="Great River Natural Burial":MAILTO:stephanie.Hargrave@greatriveroregon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250411T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250411T190000
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SUMMARY:Finding Solace in Nature: A Traditional Approach to Grief & Burial
DESCRIPTION:📍 The Grief House | 7906 N Fessenden St\, Portland\, OR 97203\n📅 April 11th | 6:00–7:00 PM \nJoin Great River Natural Burial and our friends at The Portland Grief House for an evening of thoughtful community conversation about natural burial—a simple\, sustainable\, and meaningful way to return to the earth. \nGreat River Natural Burial\, our newly licensed natural burial cemetery\, offers solace through nature\, community\, and participation in the cycles of life and death.  As the closest all-natural burial cemetery to Portland\, we are honored to offer sustainable\, eco-friendly options that conserve wildlife habitat in perpetuity— a final act of environmental kindness. \nFor those seeking a hands-on way to process loss\, Great River Natural Burial offers opportunities to participate in burial practices—from crafting simple\, biodegradable caskets to lowering a loved one into the earth or gently backfilling a grave. These acts\, rooted in care and tradition\, provide a tangible way to honor grief and feel the support of community. \nAt its heart\, Great River recognizes that death is not separate from life but a part of its natural rhythm. In embracing this truth\, we create space for healing\, remembrance\, and deep connection—to loved ones\, to the land\, and to ourselves. \nJoin us and learn more about \n\nHow natural and conventional burial differ\nProcessing loss through active participation\nTangible ways to honor grief and feel the support of community.\nGreat River Natural Burial and our vision for a sustainable\, natural resting place.\nFinancial considerations associated with pre-arrangements\, Medicaid spend down and Veteran’s benefits\n\n💚 We’d love to see you there.
URL:https://greatriveroregon.org/event/2012/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250410T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250410T190000
DTSTAMP:20260428T235136
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SUMMARY:A Community Conversation on Natural Burial
DESCRIPTION:White Salmon Valley Community Library\, 77 NE Wauna Avenue\, White Salmon\, WA 98672 \n\n\n\nJoin us for an evening of thoughtful community conversation about natural burial—a simple\, sustainable\, and meaningful way to return to the earth. \nLearn more about \n\nNatural vs. conventional burial – Key differences\nProcessing loss – Active participation in burial\nHonoring grief – Community support & meaningful rituals\nGreat River Natural Burial –Vision for a sustainable resting place\nFinancial considerations – Medicaid\, Veteran’s benefits\n\nThis is a space to ask questions\, share thoughts\, and connect with others who care about a more natural way of saying goodbye. \nWe hope to see you there.
URL:https://greatriveroregon.org/event/a-community-conversation-on-natural-burial/
LOCATION:OR
ORGANIZER;CN="Great River Natural Burial":MAILTO:stephanie.Hargrave@greatriveroregon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250402T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250402T180000
DTSTAMP:20260428T235136
CREATED:20250228T143139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T143139Z
UID:1992-1743602400-1743616800@greatriveroregon.org
SUMMARY:Forest Seeds: Youth Land Connection Series with Let's Get Out
DESCRIPTION:Forest Seeds utilizes awareness games\, fire-building\, foraging\, carving\, wild food cooking\, seasonal crafts\, sit spots and quiet observation\, intentional movement activities\, and learning to use basic tools like flint strikers\, knives\, hatchets\, and saws. \n  \nChildren are picked up at May Street and Westside Elementary schools and transported to Great River. Parents pick up at 6:00 pm at Marina Park. \n  \nDate: First Wednesday of each month\, March – June. March 5th\, April 2nd\, May 7th\, June 4th \nCost: $225 for all 4 sessions\, scholarships available \nSee https://www.lets-get-out.com/forest-seeds for more information.  Questions about this class series can be emailed to growforestseeds@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://greatriveroregon.org/event/forest-seeds-youth-land-connection-series-with-lets-get-out-2/
LOCATION:Great River\, 2350 Carroll Road\, Mosier\, Oregon\, 97040
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250305T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250305T180000
DTSTAMP:20260428T235136
CREATED:20250228T142835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T142835Z
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SUMMARY:Forest Seeds: Youth Land Connection Series with Let's Get Out
DESCRIPTION:Forest Seeds utilizes awareness games\, fire-building\, foraging\, carving\, wild food cooking\, seasonal crafts\, sit spots and quiet observation\, intentional movement activities\, and learning to use basic tools like flint strikers\, knives\, hatchets\, and saws. \n  \nChildren are picked up at May Street and Westside Elementary schools and transported to Great River. Parents pick up at 6:00 pm at Marina Park. \n  \nDate: First Wednesday of each month\, March – June. March 5th\, April 2nd\, May 7th\, June 4th \nCost: $225 for all 4 sessions\, scholarships available \nSee https://www.lets-get-out.com/forest-seeds for more information.  Questions about this class series can be emailed to growforestseeds@gmail.com
URL:https://greatriveroregon.org/event/forest-seeds-youth-land-connection-series-with-lets-get-out/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250302T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250302T160000
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SUMMARY:Join Us at the Community Legacy Initiative Event
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to be participating in the Community Legacy Initiative event this Sunday\, March 2nd\, taking place from 2:00 to 4:00 PM at The Ruins in Hood River. This free event is designed to make estate planning more accessible\, connect attendees with experts\, and highlight the importance of preparing a will or trust—all while exploring ways to leave a lasting impact. \n  \nAs part of the event\, Great River Natural Burial will be presenting and taking Q&A\, addressing two key questions:\n🔹 Why should I make arrangements for the final disposition of my body as part of my financial and estate planning?\n🔹 What types of final disposition options are available\, and how do I select a provider? \n  \nSpots are limited\, and pre-registration is encouraged! Light snacks will be provided. RSVP here: https://bit.ly/40s4FyY \n  \nDuring this event\, you’ll have the opportunity to:\n✔️ Meet experts in financial planning\, law\, and estate planning\n✔️ Hear from a panel of experts on estate planning benefits and best practices\n✔️ Get free resources to help you plan for the future\n✔️ Connect with local nonprofits making a difference in our community\n✔️ Explore ways to include charitable giving in your legacy \n  \nThis event isn’t just about financial planning—it’s about honoring your life\, values\, and the legacy you wish to leave behind. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://greatriveroregon.org/event/join-us-at-the-community-legacy-initiative-event/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250302T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250302T130000
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CREATED:20250228T051131Z
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SUMMARY:Join Us for a Conversation on Natural Burial
DESCRIPTION:This Sunday\, March 2nd at 12:00 PM\, after the morning service\, Great River Natural Burial will be presenting to the congregation at Riverside Community Church in Hood River. We’ll introduce our natural burial cemetery and discuss how natural burial aligns with sustainability\, simplicity\, and honoring the cycle of life. \n  \nWe’re grateful to Rev. Vicky Stifter and the Riverside Community Church for welcoming us to share this conversation. We invite people to join\, bring questions\, and learn more about this meaningful option. \n  \nHope to see you there!
URL:https://greatriveroregon.org/event/join-us-for-a-conversation-on-natural-burial/
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