With fishing perhaps New Zealand's most popular recreational activity, it may be very fitting to remember your loved one with the building and dedication of a Memory Reef ©. In other places throughout the World they are often referred to as Memorial Reefs.
Memory Reefs can be personalised by placing
the name of your loved one on all reef modules and
by adding a long lasting ceramic photo tile plaque. The reef will have its very own plotted area and comes with full naming rights.
A less expensive option is to deploy a Time Pyramid that can include small personal items embedded inside a Time Pyramid, and even a USB stick full of images (placed inside a plastic container).
When depoyed the exact GPS location will be recorded on a pdf certificate for you. This can then be emailed out to friends and family.
See Green Gifts for base costs and ordering.
A boat trip out on the water to hold a dedication service and take part in the actual deployment is additional.
Please note that Memory Reefs do not incorporate cremation ashes into its concrete as this would be considered culturally inappropriate in Aotearoa and contrary to marine enhancement efforts as we currently understand them.
Holding a boating dedication ceremony above a reef built in memory of a loved one is very appropriate.
What greater way of being remembered than having an entire marine reef, that continually grows new life, being dedicated to your loved one.
Your family can come together for fishing trips to your reef. Grandchildren will be encouraged to take an interest in marine life. Fishing stories will grow from your Memory Reef.
Far from being a static monument, a Memory Reef is a living entity.
All the standard prices listed on our Green Gifts page apply. If you are wanting to include some extra ideas then please contact REAF to discuss your needs and ask for a free itemised quote.
Families sponsoring a Memory Reef are additionally also eligible for
- up to 5 nights free accommodation at Marine Life Lodge (near the Opotiki Wharf and Boat Ramp)
- a free boat trip (can be a dedication service) to the Memory Reef deployment location.
- Personalised Memory Reef Certificates for family members.
Phone now to discuss building a Memory Reef and get a free quote.
