WILD ROVER III
Carolina Beach NC
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Captain Dave Tilley
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Unattended Burial at Sea & Scattering of Ashes – Carolina Beach NC

Honor your loved one with a respectful and dignified unattended burial at sea from Carolina Beach, NC aboard the Wild Rover III. For families unable to be present, Captain Dave Tilley and crew perform a professional scattering of ashes at sea with care, documenting the ceremony with GPS coordinates and photos upon request. Serving the Carolina Coast and beyond.

We offer four Unattended Burial at Sea options based on how far offshore you would like the ceremony to be performed:

When you click “Book,” you’ll be taken to our secure checkout on AshToSea.com .

Nearshore — $300

Scattering performed just beyond 3 miles out off Carolina Beach, NC. Available on demand with flexible scheduling.

Book Nearshore - $300

Offshore — $500

Scattering conducted 20+ miles offshore in deep Atlantic waters. Offered 3–4 times per year on selected weather days.

Book Offshore - $500

Gulf Stream — $1000

Scattering conducted at the Gulf Stream Break, typically 50–70 miles offshore. Offered only in Spring and Fall on optimal weather days (Captain’s discretion).

Book Gulf Stream - $1,000

Prefer to be present with family and friends? You can book our Attended Burial at Sea service.

Real Testimonials from Burial at Sea Families

Here’s what families are saying about their experience with Captain Dave and Wild Rover III Burial at Sea services

★★★★★

“Capt Dave is a good honest guy and great fisherman. The day we were supposed to go out was real rough weather, instead of taking our money and taking us out anyway he suggested we hold off. We went the next day on a short afternoon charter and even after a storm and in the hot sun put plenty of fish in the boat.”

John A Brooks
★★★★★

“Went for the morning 4 hour charter. 19 fish!!!! Captain Dave knows where to find them and his Mate Grady helped me boat 19 fish!”

sandi goodhue
★★★★★

“Went out with Captain Tilley and Adam today. Both men were generous and great to talk with. They were kind and accommodating to my children. Fishing was slow today (listening to the radio the whole fleet was slow) and Captain Tilley took us out 5 miles further than normal to do his best to get us some fish. Which paying for only a 4 hour trip probably really ate into some fuel. We did end up with 5 mackerel and had a great time. Will go back and hopefully it's to the gulfstream next time.”

Tim Inman