BLUESTEM CONSERVATION CEMETERY
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Everyday Conservation 


Everyday conservation is a collective commitment and practice at Bluestem. Together, we take small steps in attuning to our changing climate and attending to the creatures who share this space with us. With visitors to the land and to our readers online, we love to share why conservation matters so much for ensuring a healthy and balanced community of life. Each of us so integral to that effort. 
 This page is dedicated to the work of our volunteers who support and educate us on everyday conservation. Check back often as our topics will vary over time. And send us your feedback! We always love to hear from supporters of Bluestem. 

Climate Action at Bluestem 

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CLIMATE ACTION AT BLUESTEM
EN ESPAÑOL
READ: Green Burial and Climate Hope


More Everyday Conservation Topics

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Vultures at Bluestem
The turkey and black vultures that live at Bluestem contribute to biodiversity and symbolize connection to the afterlife. Learn more about these important community members.
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"Vultures Do More Than Clean Up Carrion" by Margot Lester

Listen to Vulture Facts

Los Buitres A Bluestem

¡Escucha!
Vulture Info Sheet
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Prescribed Fire at Bluestem
At Bluestem, our land stewardship mission is to protect and increase Southeast native grassland habitat. Prescribed fire is a vital tool in this work.
About Prescribed Fire
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Spring Ephemerals at Bluestem
These short-lived and showy flowering plants emerge in early spring and last just a few weeks. Click to learn more about how to identify them.
ID Spring Ephemerals

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Bluestem Conservation Cemetery is a program of Bluestem Community NC, a 501(c)3 tax exempt organization. 
EIN 86-2188559. All donations are tax deductible.

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Bluestem Community NC
​Conservation Burial Alliance

DEEP Collaborative  
Eno River Association 
Garrett Wildflower Seed Farm 
Green Burial Council
Orange County Department on Aging 
Triangle Land Conservancy

Contact Us

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(919) 300-4925
1900 Hurdle Mills Road 
Cedar Grove, NC 27231
Open daily from dawn to dusk
Virtual Info Sessions offered monthly 
​Walking Tours offered twice monthly
Reservations by appointment only 
Burial Services scheduled weekdays
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  • ABOUT
    • The Land
    • A Place for Everyone
    • ¡Bienvenidos!
    • Who We Are >
      • Bluestem Staff
      • Council of Stewards
    • The Bluestem Story
    • Bluestem In The News
  • CEMETERY
    • How It Works
    • Make an Appointment >
      • Immediate Need
      • Planning for the Future
    • Natural Burial Costs
    • Bluestem Community Fund
    • Information Sessions
    • For Families >
      • Burial Areas
      • Planning a Service
      • Service Providers
      • Attending a Service
      • Grave Markers and Stones
    • Cemetery Rules
    • FAQs
  • CONSERVATION
    • Everyday Conservation
    • Climate Action
    • Prescribed Fire
  • COMMUNITY
    • Why Bluestem
    • Bluestem Meditations
    • We Remember Them
    • Volunteering
    • Newsletter
    • Events
  • VISIT
    • Map
    • Informational Tours
    • Explore On Your Own
    • Community Spaces
    • Views of Bluestem
    • Plot Finder
  • DONATE
    • Wing of the Barn
    • Make A Gift
  • CONTACT US
    • Bienvenidos!
    • For Funeral Directors