Circle of Remembrance
Scattering of Ashes and Burials at sea
The F/V RIPTIDE
is a charter vessel operating from Pillar Point
Harbor. Pillar Point Harbor is located just north of Half Moon Bay and just south of San
Francisco, California. One of our special services is to help you to respectfully and
economically memorialize your loved ones with ashes scattering on the ocean. For cremated
remains burials at sea, we bring our personal experiences with the loss of loved ones to
our clients. We understand the difficulty surrounding this time and work closely with our
clients to ensure that their wishes are met.
Whether you wish to be on board our vessel during the scattering of ashes, watch
from shore ship the ashes to us or simply return to the exact funeral location
at Sea for remembrance reasons, our experienced crew can cater to your wishes.
The RIPTIDE is owned and operated by Captain William Smith . All arrangements are made directly with us and we will customize the memorial to meet your needs (within the bounds of the law). Capt. Smitty is a veteran charter skipper with over twenty years of experience operating boats from local Bay Area harbors.
We hold all of the necessary permits and licenses to disperse ashes at
sea, including:
State of California Cremated Remains Disposer License: Number 476
U.S. Coast Guard Vessel Certification: Number 501-216
Captain William E. Smith, U.S. Coast Guard U.S. Merchant Marine
Officer: Number 843229
Member in Good Standing: Drug Testing Consultants
We are fully insured and certified by the U.S. Coast Guard to carry up
to 20 passengers.
Basic Scattering: $250
The basic scattering provides you with the exclusive use of the
RIPTIDE for you and your guests (up to 20 passengers total) for one
hour. The
Captain will take you beyond the harbor area a short distance and will assist you with the
scattering.
We only take one group at a time.
Being on time is critical for all concerned.
Late fees are $20 per every 10 minuets!!
Other Locations:
We will memorialize your loved one with the Circle of Remembrance, circling the area
while providing a time of quiet reflection for the family and guests on board.
RIPTIDE is not affiliated with any one religious faith. All faiths are welcome.
Our prices vary depending upon your needs.
All ashes scatterings include completion of the paperwork accompanying the ashes,
indicating the coordinates (Latitude/Longitude) of the scattering site, a personalized
certificate from RIPTIDE, and required reporting to the EPA.
Additional charges will be incurred if you wish us to assist in providing a clergy person, or if we are asked to provide fresh-cut flowers to scatter on the ocean.
Yes, we are happy to help you arrange for your pet’s cremated remains to be scattered.
Frequently Asked Questions:
How do I make arrangements for scattering my loved
one’s ashes from the RIPTIDE?
Call us directly at
650-728-8433
or 888-747-8433
and we will personally discuss your plans with you.
Or you can e-mail us at:
mail
to: Capt. Smitty
What time of day do you schedule scatterings?
We usually schedule scatterings for the late afternoon (approximately 3:30
to 4:30 p.m.)
How do I pay for the scattering?
Once we have settled on a date, we request payment in advance. We will provide you
with instructions when we book the date. We only take cash, check or money order.
Will weather conditions effect the arrangements we make for a specific date? Weather may very well cause us to reschedule the scattering. The Captain will determine this and will advise you. If we have to reschedule your date, we will apply the prepayment to a future date.
How big is the boat, does it have a bathroom?
The RIPTIDE is 40’ long, fiberglass, and includes an inside
cabin area and toilet.
How many people can come?
The vessel is certified to carry a maximum of 20 passengers. You
can have up to that amount. There is a $2 per person harbor charge for everyone
aboard the vessel.
Can we bring wine for a toast?
Yes, you can provide your own beverages for toasting your loved one.
Can we bring a floral wreath for the scattering?
We encourage you to memorialize your loved one in an ecologically sound
fashion. Our clients bring cut flowers that can go in the water without causing
any problems to animals, fish, or birds.
What should we wear?
Even for a one hour cruise to scatter ashes, we always remind people to dress
warmly, wear flat shoes with non-skid soles.
Do you take credit cards?
No, at this time, RIPTIDE only accepts payment in cash, check or
money order.
We offer these related links to help you with your planning.
American Association of Retired Persons: www.aarp.org
State of California, Department of Consumer Affairs: www.dca.ca.gov/cemetery/funeral.htm
Cremated Remains Disposer Information: http://www.dca.ca.gov/cemetery/cremdisp.htm
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