Your time on the Bay

A gentle journey.
A farewell of your own.

Knowing what to expect can make a difficult day feel a little easier. Here is how your 90-minute private memorial unfolds.

Soft dawn light over the Bay and the Golden Gate BridgeSpace to remember, on San Francisco Bay
  1. 01

    A warm welcome

    At Hyde Street Harbor in Fisherman’s Wharf, wait at the bench and text Captain Molly. Please stay there until she welcomes you aboard. Settle into the heated cabin, with a private bathroom close by. A short safety introduction helps you feel comfortable before the boat sets off.

  2. 02

    A moment away

    Captain Molly discusses your preferred setting and chooses a site with the weather in mind. Sit together, share a story, or enjoy the quiet. The journey is part of the memorial, with room to pause and be present as you make your way to the scattering place.

  3. 03

    Your own farewell

    Your captain helps position the boat for the scattering. You can read something, play a song, speak a few words, or say nothing at all. An officiant or a ceremony of your faith is welcome. Ashes are scattered, followed by flowers or petals. The moment belongs to you.

  4. 04

    The journey home

    Take a little time to watch the flowers drift before returning to the dock. Captain Molly records the GPS position and files your loved one’s permit after the service. A remembrance certificate records the date and coordinates, giving you a lasting connection to the place where you said goodbye.

At your own pace

Whenever you’re ready,
the Bay is here.