Growing Bluestem in 2024
Bluestem is a community supported project made possible through countless volunteer hours, donations from committed individuals, and one local foundation. We are proud of our grassroots origins, and we have so much more to build!
Our fundraising targets in 2024 include infrastructure improvements, more green burial education and outreach, new information kiosks and signage on the property, continuing our invasive removal, in particular Tree of Heaven, and reintroducing native species for enhanced wildlife habitat. 2024 Fundraising GoalsAll gifts are tax deductible and support the care of the land and Bluestem Community -- individuals at rest, their families and friends, our partners and volunteers. Thank you.
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BURIAL EQUIPMENT
Casket carriers Ropes, boards, hand tools Office systems SITE IMPROVEMENTS Species identification Landscaping support Design, mapping and equipment Small covered shelters An open air barn for the interior of the cemetery Locally sourced cedar for benches, signs and information kiosks |
FIELDS
Controlled burns Native grass seed and wildflowers Perennial bulbs, shrubs and trees Existing plants inventory EQUIPMENT & TOOLS Milwaukee battery operated power tools Hand saws, rakes, pruning shears, shovels One wheelbarrow 4WD utility vehicle |
Other Ways To Help Build Bluestem
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Sharing Bluestem with your friends, family, colleagues, and communities that you're a part of, is a great way to support green burial in our region.
As always, we are inspired by your many messages and the new relationships that are growing from this important community space.
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Header photo courtesy of Courtney Reid-Eaton.