The Hemp Connoisseur, Summer 2012 - Issue #3 by The Hemp Connoisseur

Coloradoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Premier guide to hemp culture

Hemp.

Summer 2012

Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Financial Freedom?

A letter to our readers As a child, I always loved the story of The Little Engine That Could. The tale of an underdog and the perseverance he had to reach the top of the hill truly resonated. Any new enterprise takes time to build steam. Like the story, embarking on a new endeavor can be akin to getting a large train up to speed. It takes an enormous amount of effort to get the train going. Progress is always slow at the onset but as you keep moving the landscape outside becomes a blur and your forward progress is not only inevitable but it would take an equally enormous amount of energy to stop your momentum. And so it goes for the movement of industrial hemp and medical cannabis. For a time, all of us were saying “we think we can, we think we can.” Now that mantra is changing to “we know we can, we know we can.”

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sales and marketing assistant We are at a point here in Colorado where we have built up so much steam on both fronts that we believe there is no way to turn the train back. Coloradans have been on the proverbial chain gang laying the tracks, and this November, we are looking to be the first state to not only regulate marijuana like alcohol but also allow full-fledged production of industrial hemp. This is why we chose to focus on the “hemponomics” of legalization. If you still aren’t convinced after reading our features on the subject, then you are probably never going to board this train. For The Hemp Connoisseur, our momentum is in direct correlation to the momentum of the movement. We started out as a fledgling idea that information on industrial hemp and medical cannabis can both be brought to you in a more sophisticated, stylized and informative package. From all of the great feedback we have received, we are told that we are doing just that. This is a very exciting time for all of us as well. Our new website is being officially launched this month at THCmag.com. Even more exciting is our announcement of the first annual “The Hemp Connoisseur’s Championship.” Please check out page 20 for more information on how you can participate in this landmark event.

Stacey Ross stacey.thcmag@gmail.com

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Contributing Partner Jason Robillard

contributing writers Caroline Hayes Renee Goodman Liz Mund Dr. Alan Shackelford, MD. Matt Snyders Evie Stevenson

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Our promise to you, our readers, is that we will always try to raise the bar on how hemp and marijuana are presented, perceived and received by the public. We hope you find our summer issue illuminating. This is only the third stop on what is sure to be a very long trip. So sit back relax and enjoy the ride. ALL ABOARD!! David Maddalena Publisher

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Retractions: In the last issue of The Hemp Connoisseur, we inadvertently included articles with errors and misspellings. In “A House, A Home” on page 23, “Hempcrete” should have been spelled “Hemcrete”; in “Kind by Nature” on page 31, Tye should be listed as the sole owner of Kind Meds; and in “The Road Ahead” on page 39, Dr. Alan Shackelford’s should have been spelled “Alan” and not “Allen.” We apologize for the errors.

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contents summer 2012 12 In the Spotlight Hemp-based and eco-friendly products for the responsible consumer

14 Eco-Abstract Artist Tina Cross captures landscapes through art

16 THC Launch Party Round-Up 20 On This Day in Hemp History...

An economic spotlight

22 The Cost of Prescription Medicine A first-hand look at the financial advantages to MMJ treatment

24 Medical Marijuana Helped Me A patientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s testimonial

27 Good Eats Delicious treats from Cousin Mary Jane

29 Clean and Green

Proposed bill plans to study how industrial hemp affects soil

30 The Essence of Extraction Three renowned hash extractors share their insights on the craft

34 The Peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Panacea Evaluating the economic impact of medical marijuana legalization

37 Eighteen and Counting Reviewing medical marijuana legislation in 2012

38 A Hemp Economy The miracle plant that could save the world ... if we were allowed to grow it

64 INDEX

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Dispensary Guide

Contributors

Colorado Springs ::

Liz Mund is a freelance writer living and working in Denver.

Amendment 20

Her work is playful and poignant, and weaves personal

Palmer Lake Wellness

opinion with public interest to connect with readers. Liz has

Rocky Mountain Miracles

Mountain ::

Nature’s Own Wellness Center

been published in various trade magazines and art journals and is currently working on publishing her young adult novel. For this issue, she wrote about the crossroads of economics and hemp (page 38).

Denver ::

Alan Shackelford, MD is a graduate

Altitude Wellness Center

of the University of Heidelberg

The Clinic

School of Medicine and trained

Choronado Medical

at major teaching hospitals of the

Grassroots

Harvard Medical School in internal

Groundswell

medicine, nutritional medicine and

Highlands Cannabis Company

Mind, Body, Spirit Wellness Center

Mr. Nice Guys

Native Roots

Northern Lights Natural Rx

Preferred Organic Therapy & Wellness

Rockbrook Inc.

Standing Akimbo

hyperalimentation, and behavioral medicine. He is the principle physician of Intermedical Consulting, LLC and Amarimed of Colorado, LLC. For this issue, he chronicles the legislative advances of medical marijuana in 2012 (page 37).

Matt Snyders is an award-winning journalist whose work

Infused Products ::

has appeared in Minneapolis City Pages, LA Weekly,

Colorado Grow Corporation

A graduate from the University of Iowa, he’s been a featured

Dixie Elixirs & Edibles

Westword, and The Village Voice, among other publications. guest on The Ed Show on MSNBC, Fox News Live, and The Rachel Maddow Show on Air America. For this issue, he discusses the potential economic impact of medical marijuana legalization (page 34).

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What’s new and happening on Colorado’s hemp horizon

hemp events

Budding Businesses

Bong a Thong Hemp Briefcases by Sativa Global

August 3-4 This private event is a “trade-cation”—an exclusive event for people in the medical marijuana industry to set up camp, rest, and relax. Situated on 180 acres of private property with stunning 360-degree views of purple mountain majesties in South Park, Colorado, this is a place where medical marijuana patients can openly medicate while camping with their friends, family, and MMJ industry leaders. {hempevents.com/find-an-event/colorado}

Golf Charity Classic August 11 With an aim to sell out the entire City Park Golf Course this year, the 3rd annual Golf Charity Classic by The Clinic is already being planned. Not only are all proceeds going to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, but this special event is accompanied by contests, prizes, food, drinks, and a delicious barbecue. No red card is needed and

Hemp seeds, soap, and lotion by Hippie Butter

anyone can attend the event. For those interested in the after party, tickets are $25. {thecliniccolorado.com}

Seattle Hempfest August 17-19 In an effort to educate the public on all the benefits of hemp, Seattle Hempfest will be focusing on cannabis law reform in support of legalization. Expect 100,00 folks-plus, high-carb munchies, enticing vendors, and souvenirs from lighters to t-shirts. {hempfest.org}

Hemp Heals Music Festival August 25 The Hippocratic tag line for this must-see Philly fest encapsulates the truth of hemp: “Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” Showcasing bands like Sublime Featuring Rome, Cypress Hill, and Pepper, alongside a focus on the nutritional and medicinal benefits of hemp, means that you’ll be inspired to go make that hemp seed salad you’ve heard so much about. {hemphealsphilly.com} 10

Monkey Bar and Strawberry Cough Crunch from Medically Correct

Sativa Global {sativabagswholesale.com} Sativa Global is a family-run business based in Colorado built on a strong foundation of environmental integrity that is intent on delivering functional, high-quality products with style— and a bit of Colorado panache on the side. Sativa’s line of bags include, well, everything. Shopping bags, laptop cases, handbags, pencil cases—basically, if there is something you need to tow around, Sativa Global has a comfortable, fashionable, hemp-friendly way for you to do so.

Medically Correct {medicallycorrect.com; 303.569.6060} Medically Correct entered the market in mid-January, and has been leading the tasty way as one of the fastest growing edible companies in Colorado. They offer hand-crafted quality at extraordinary value, with a line of 100mg bars made with pure chocolate and complete nutritionals listed on every package. Flavor options include milk chocolate and coffee, white chocolate strawberry crunch, and mint chocolate. There is also a 300mg bar in the works called Fire Berry (dark chocolate, raspberry, and habanero). Yow!

Hippie Butter {hippiebutter.com} No fish burps. Hallelujah. Fish oil is an amazing source of omega fatty acids, but why take from the sea what we can grow on land? Hippie Butter products are organic, hand-crafted, and tested, and make the most of hemp seeds, which are high in protein and fiber, contain 10 essential amino acids, and provide the perfect balance of “sea-free” omegas three, six, and nine—perfect omega ratio, great taste, and no mercury. Also, place an order at hippiebutter.com/hello and recieve a free gift. Just enter code 145. —Liz Mund

Looking back

hemp events

A Retrospective on Hemp History Week June 4-10 Hemp History in Manitou Springs: Hemp-related films, not to mention a wealth of samples and treats, were enjoyed in Manitou Springs during this great celebration of hemp. For those who didn’t know the first thing about hemp—and for connoisseurs—it was the perfect time to enjoy documentaries, live art, and all things hemp.

Missoula Hempfest

Boulder Farmers’ Market: Between stops at the fruit stand and picking up vegetables for dinner, shoppers stopped by the hemp stand on June 6 to learn about what this dynamic material is all about. Hands-on education was particularly a hit, as were the free samples (of course).

Hempstalk 2012

September 8 When you think of Montana, undoubtedly plains and cowboys come to mind, but what about hemp? For 17 years, Missoula, Montana has hosted this celebration of all things hemp: from plastics to paper, food to fuel, this amazing plant can reverse global warming, provide green building materials, and support local farmers across the U.S., all while creating thousands of new jobs for Americans. Care to learn more? Stop by. {missoulahempfest.com}

September 8-9 Oregon loves its cannabis, and nowhere is that felt more than in the beloved city of Portland. The city’s annual Hempstalk festival advocates decriminalization of marijuana for medicinal, industrial, and recreational use. Featuring food vendors, live music, guest speakers, and information booths, this free-to-attend event is one of the most

Whole Foods: Where better to get an education on the benefits of hemp-based foods and products than at Whole Foods? That’s why hemp lovers enjoyed specials on hemp products—including body care items from Dr. Bronners, Magic Soaps, Nature’s Path, Tempt, and others—during Hemp History Week.

educational out there. {hempstalk.org/festival}

Cirque de Cannabis October 5 Cirque de Cannabis is another outstanding themed event which will not only announce

Sprouts Farmers’ Market {multiple locations; sprouts.com} and Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage {multiple locations; naturalgrocers.com} also featured hemp events, specials, and products and are likely to do so again next year, so start planning your shopping now.

the winners of <i>The Hemp Connoisseur Championship<i>, but additionally involve top local bands, aerialists, fire dancers, and much more. It’s a cannabis and music party not to be missed. Be on the lookout for posters and postcards everywhere. {thcmag.com}

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In the Spotlight

Hemp-based and eco-friendly products for the responsible consumer We’ve got our fingers on the pulse of the hemp product and eco-friendly industries—from body care products to clothing and footwear. Take a look at these finds, and keep your eyes open for other responsible products made in Denver and beyond.

Dr. Bronner’s Magic Soaps might just be the collective reincarnation of American transcendentalism-turned-soap manufacturers. Powered by an indefatigable commander, Dr. Bronner’s defies mass culture’s definition of “traditional business” and dives into what’s right, even when that means ruffling a few feathers. In an era where profit margins rule the day, Dr. Bronner’s invests only in what speaks to integrity: fair trade practices, organic fidelity, and the highest quality natural ingredients. So dedicated to progress is this company, that they champion one of the U.S.’s most dynamic and sustainable causes—hemp. A huge advocate of American industrial hemp production (they must import from Canada due to current legislation), Dr. Bronner’s plays a major role in sponsoring Hemp History Week, and, in a page straight from Civil Disobedience, Bronner seeded the stuff in the DEA’s front lawn in protest of the longstanding ban. Find them locally at Whole Foods, Target, and most natural food stores, or online at drbronner.com.

Hari Mari revamped America’s favorite casual footwear, the flip-flop, with sleek, clean lines, bright retro hues, and crisp white, hemp footbeds. They didn’t let comfort slide either—these flops feature memory foam-lined toe supports, pillowed foot-forming soles, and firm mid-sole arch support. Hari Mari also dedicates itself to giving back to the environment and its community, offering a 15-percent discount if you send in used sandals for them to recycle, and donating $3 of each sale to a child’s family affected by pediatric cancer. Find them online at harimari.com.

Pangea Organics has raised the bar in skincare by focusing solely on what is naturally nurturing. While many skincare companies opt for laboratory-created, petroleum-based products, Pangea centers its philosophy on what Mother Earth has perfected. Using only certified organic ingredients such as shea butter and olive, coconut, hempseed, and jojoba oils, Pangea concocts vitamin- and nutrient-rich skin potions for the eco-conscious. With rave reviews in the media from Vanity Fair to Cooking Light, Pangea delivers soothing skincare without the guilt. Find them locally at Whole Foods and Vitamin Cottage, or online at pangeaorganics.com. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Evie Stevenson

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Eco-Abstract

Artist Tina Cross captures landscapes through art Denver-based artist Tina Cross creates a wide ranging body of work that spans the representational to the abstract. Her contemporary series in particular, “Elliptical,” has bold washes of color that bleed into each other, showing a mastery of line and form with echoes of the landscapes she absorbed during her travels in the U.S. and abroad.

A BFS from Coe College and an internship with pop icon Peter Max in New York City inspired Tina to pursue her own style, and the result is playful—bold and subtle all at once. Her paintings as a whole reference the work of Jackson Pollock, Piet Mondrian, Frankenthaler, and Andy Warhol. Cross paints mostly on stretched fabric and wood panels, utilizing reused and recycled materials whenever possible, hence her eco-consciousness. Her most recent series, “The Evolving Doors,” incorporates interior doors that she recovered from landfills or building sites. She refurbishes them completely or partially before transforming them into a canvas for her paintings. Cross works out of her studio in downtown Denver with her sister Amanda (manager, web designer, and painter). Both artists’ work is available for purchase at show locations or online at tcrossstudios.com.

Current and Ongoing Shows: Denver: • Blues Jean Bar {250 Fillmore Street} (with Southglenn and Vail locations as well) • Mici {3030 Eeast 2nd Avenue}

Lakewood: • Chad’s Grill {275 Union} • Whole Body Health Center {780 Simms} • Micheline Salon {Green Mountain}

Boulder: • Mountainside Wellness {695 South Broadway}

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Launch Party

Round-Up We came, we saw, and we boogied our polyester pants right off! April 19 was a monumental day for The Hemp Connoisseur—a celebration of two successful issues, with many more to come. Hosted by The Jet Hotel in downtown Denver, the formal launch party boasted a wealth of entertainment, fashion, food, and cocktails—not to mention costumes galore. The indelible decade of the ‘70s was the theme for the night, with fashion features from Hoodlamb, who orchestrated a glamorous fashion show, and hempdistilled

vodka

(dubbed

“Purgatory”)

courtesy of Alaska Distillery. To boot, funds raised over the course of the night went to ACT for Colorado and CARE—both organizations that support the legal defense of Jason Beinor in the ongoing fight to ensure patients’ privacy and safe access to MMJ. The case is now at the state Supreme Court level, so all the money raised will be invaluable to Beinor’s success. All in all, the launch party was a fabulous success, bringing in more than 500 people over the course of the night—including MMJ patients, industry insiders, and supporters of the MMJ cause. Everyone relished the spins of DJ Mata, while sipping, snacking, and getting excited about what the future holds for THC. This was, after all, the first in what will be a long line of annual festivities celebrating hemp, MMJ, and the magazine that continues to bring them so much positive attention. —The Owners of THC 16

Fashion Show

Hairstyling by William Crawford and Tanya Armstrong/Salon Babooshka Makeup and Airbrush by Elise Halpin

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Sponsors THC’s memory-making launch party wouldn’t have been possible without quite a few folks. We’d like to give them a shout-out. Special thanks goes to:

14er Holistics

Hemp Hoodlamb

Phat Daddyz

3-D Dispensary

Hippie Butter Hemp Spreads

Post Net

Alaska Distillery

HoodLab

Preferred Organic

AlterMeds

Hotdiggidee.com

Relaxed Clarity

Apothecanna

HTG Supply

Southwest Alternative Care

At Home Baked

Julie & Kate Baked Goods

Standing Akimbo

BotanaCare

Karmaceuticals

Studio420Media.com

CannaPunch

Kind Meds

SweetRush Yogurt

Canyon Cultivation

Lazy Dog Designs

The Farm

Colorado Grow Corporation

Lodo Wellness Center

The Giving Tree

Dixie Elixirs

Mad Hatters Smokeshop

The Jet Hotel

Doctor’s Orders

Mary Janes Medicinal

The Maui Wowie Bootube

Dr. Bronner’s

Merry Hempsters

The Station

Dr. J’s Hash Infused

Minawear

The Wine Loft

Enviro Textiles

NCIA

WonderKnack

Flower of Life Infused

New Age Medical

Urban Dispensary Womens Marijuana Movement

Global Elements

NexusMeds.com

GroundSwell Cannabis Boutique

Nikki Designs

Helping Hands Herbals

Pangea Organics

thc Magazineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

Boogie Fever

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Hemp History An economic spotlight 300 BC: Carthage and Rome struggle for political and commercial power over hemp and spice trade routes in Mediterranean.

1535: Henry VIII passes an act stating that all landowners must sow 1/4 acre of hemp or be fined.

16th-17th century: Dutch arrive in the Golden Age through hemp commerce. Explorers find “wilde hempe” in North America. Hemp has wide cultivation in Europe for its fiber and its seed, which was cooked with barley and other grains and eaten. Dutch masters, such as Van Gogh and Rembrandt, painted on hemp canvas.

1631: Hemp used as money throughout American colonies.

1920-1970: Oil barons Rockefeller, Standard Oil, and Rothschild of Shell realize the possibilities of Henry Ford’s vision of cheap methanol fuel, so they keep oil prices at between $1 and $4 a barrel (almost 42 gallons in a barrel), so that no other energy source could compete with it.

2008: The Reason Foundation releases a report entitled, Illegally Green: Environmental Costs of Hemp Prohibition. Illegally Green attempts to show the impact prohibition of hemp has had on the United States by looking comparatively at hemp’s main competitors. It also discusses the applications of hemp, the current legal and technological hurdles to hemp production, and the possible future of the industry.

2012: Third annual Hemp History Week celebrates the many uses and benefits of industrial and commercial hemp, advocating for the eventual legalization of hemp farming in the U.S.

The Hemp Connoisseur is hosting its first annual Colorado cannabis championship, where you, the patient, can be a judge. We are looking for patients who are passionate about the quality of the medication they use. Whether you medicate with edibles, concentrates, or good old-fashioned bud, your opinion is what matters to us. If you are interested in becoming an official judge for The Hemp Connoisseur Championship, visit us at THCmag.com. We expect slots to fill up fast, so please reserve your spot today. Approved judges* will receive VIP status (and various schwag) at our awards event being held on Friday October 5th at Casselman’s Bar and Venue. Licensed MMCs and MIPs: The Hemp Connoisseur is currently accepting applications for entries into its cannabis championship**. If you would like to learn more about the first statewide patients’ choice championship, please contact us ASAP. Slots are already filling up fast. For full rules, regulations, and procedures, please visit us at THCmag.com. Winners will be announced at our Cirque de Cannabis event on Friday October 5th at Casselman’s Bar and Venue. You do not want to miss being a part of a cannabis competition designed with integrity, professionalism, and fairness! * Approved patient judges must have a current red card and cannot be employed by any dispensary or medically-infused product manufacturer. ** Only one entry allowed per company, per category unless slots are not filled by August 1. Designated categories include: Sativa, Indica, Hybrid, CBD Strains, Concentrates, and Edibles.

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The Cost of Prescription Meds A first-hand look at the financial advantages to MMJ treatment Colorful, fluttering paper lanterns greeted me as I walked into BotanaCare {11450 Cherokee Street; 303.254.4200}, a medical marijuana dispensary in Northglenn, Colorado. Not being a MMJ patient myself, I was there to sit in on a medical marijuana roundtable and listen to the stories of some extraordinary patients. Each had a unique background and reason for seeking cannabis, but as they spoke, their tales became more and more interwoven. Ultimately, they chose to regain control of their bodies and lives with the aid of medical marijuana instead of treatments dependent on prescription medication.

“I sat in my bed and shook. The only way I could make it stop was to eat a pot brownie.” This was lucky indeed for DenverRelief {1 Broadway, Denver; 303.420.6337} Manager Andy Betts. Diagnosed with leukemia when he was 26, Betts underwent a stem cell transplant to save his life. It was an excruciating process—each one of the hospital-sanctioned drugs set off a landslide of side effects, requiring additional treatments. Betts spent anywhere from $1,000$2,000 per month on his chemo, painkillers, and other medications. Finally fed up with the drug assortment wreaking havoc on his body’s natural responses, he asked his doctor about medical marijuana, and transitioned into a cannabis regimen that cost about $100 a week. Making that transformation wasn’t simple. Betts—and other MMJ patients— said they experienced real addiction to the narcotics the hospitals had prescribed. One woman, who survived severe spinal trauma in a head-on collision, described the progression like a movie scene: “I sat in my bed and shook. The only way I could make it stop was to eat a pot brownie.” Other patients detailed their list of negative responses: constipation, nausea, allergic reactions, vomiting, dizziness, and drowsiness. None of the patients felt safe in their own bodies. They worried about overdosing and some said that they even felt unable to watch their kids because the opiates made them “feel fuzzy.” That’s when medical marijuana entered the picture, eliminating all of these anxieties. With marijuana, overdosing is almost impossible, and with the right recommendations and dosage, it allows for effective pain relief without the intoxication of narcotics. For somebody trapped living in a world of pain and debilitating side effects, it is an absolute godsend. One car accident victim testified, “Marijuana allows you to forget the pain while you’re still in command. It lets you wake up and say, ‘I will control my pain today.’ And that’s a peace of mind you can’t find with prescriptions.”

By Evie Stevenson

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Medical Marijuana Helped Me A Patient’s testimonial

She was living in autism hell. Mieko Hester-Perez had a very young, autistic son and was losing herself in their shared misery. His erratic and violent behavior was only the beginning of her nightmare. At 18 months, Joey Perez was diagnosed with autism. According to the Unconventional Foundation for Autism (UF4A), founded by Mieko, autism is generally described as a complex developmental brain disorder caused by lack of neural development. Impaired social interaction and communication, as well as restricted and repetitive behavior, are characteristics of the disease. At 10 years old, Joey’s condition expanded to anorexia and malnutrition—he was a mere 46 pounds. This, combined with a daily dose of 14 different narcotics, prompted doctors to predict he would die in six months. The talk of his death was all Mieko could take, finally turning to a very unconventional method of treatment for help. “I’m not going to lose him. Not on my watch,” Mieko said to herself as she drove away from that doctor’s visit, looking at her son in the rearview mirror. Frantic, she wondered how she was going to get Joey to eat. (Autistic children often have gastrointestinal issues, so eating is a 24

problem.) By the time Mieko arrived home, she decided to tap into a new resource. With the help of a few experts, such as Dr. Alan Shackelford, Mieko educated herself on medical cannabis. Coming from a conservative, religious, and law enforcement background, she was hesitant. “I’m not your hippie mom,” she jokes. “I’m not a cannabis user. I’ve been in the legal industry for over 15 years and I’ve lived in a fairly conservative part of Orange County my whole life.” Despite her trepidation, Mieko realized cannabis could save Joey’s life. His treatment, developed by knowledgeable professionals, now consists of organically grown, indica-dominant strains baked into gluten- and casein-free brownies, served at about a quarter in size. Within hours of his first dose, Joey was smiling. “Over the last three years, cannabis has given life not only to Joey, but to me,” Mieko said. Once scared and unsure, this courageous woman has a grasp on what her purpose is as a mother and a mentor. Learning to embrace autism came with Joey’s increase in health and happiness. Cannabis is not a cure for autism. There is no

cure. It’s an alternative to the pharmaceuticals, which were slowly killing Joey. But cannabis has improved his quality of life, and Mieko found support through constant contact with other families dealing with autism. These days, Mieko has provided an open line of communication for other families coping with autism. She answers every phone call and email personally. In addition to UF4A, her blog, (joeysmom.blog.com), allows families to read stories about Joey’s success, share their own stories, and ask questions. Joey is doing better these days, but Mieko still faces one huge obstacle: “Dealing with families in non-compassionate states is very frustrating,” she says. If relocating isn’t an option, Mieko’s non-profit will write a letter on the parent’s behalf to the governor, encouraging medical cannabis as a treatment for children when traditional methods just aren’t working. “I believe my son has been the bridge between two misunderstood communities—cannabis and autism—and I was strong enough to take them both on,” she says happily. —Caroline Hayes

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Adventures in Medicating products to take on the road

Julie and Kate’s Seeds Perfect for a hike in the mountains or a day at the park, Julie and Kate’s seeds are a healthy and tasty alternative to other medicated baked goods. I dragged myself out of winter hibernation and down to Castlewood Canyon recently, and the Sunshine Sativa seed blend provided ample and natural energy for my adventure. I enjoyed a little more than half of the 100mg bag, which was perfect for the entire day. A resealable bag would have made it easier to save the rest, however. The combination of sunflower and pumpkin seeds along with the smooth taste of cannabutter allowed me to nosh on the trail mix without that sometimes unwanted taste of the meds. This is far and away the best label I’ve seen on any edible. A very fair warning encourages the patient to drink water or tea and avoid fatty foods if over-ingested. Also, there are time estimates predicting the onset, effect duration, and length of first and second peak, which allows the patient to know exactly what to expect. That’s to Julie and Kate’s seeds, I felt euphoric, happy, and energetic while I enjoyed the beauty of one of Colorado’s many canyons.

Re.Fresh Spray by Groundswell Spring allergies have been decreasing my quality of life lately, so the mere thought of smoking any buds has been painful. Groundswell’s Re.Fresh spray is a great way to medicate as an alternative to smoking. The minty, menthol spray soothed my sore and scratchy throat and masked the medicine taste. The label specifies “night time medicated breath freshener,” so I used as suggested. I popped in a movie and allowed the spray to take hold of my sleeplessness and sore throat. Next thing I knew, I was waking up the feeling truly refreshed.

CannaButter by Phat Daddyz I’m usually skeptical of the functionality of edibles, but hats off to Phat Daddyz for creating a cannabutter so strong I wasn’t worried about potency. Dark green in color and weedy in taste, you can tell from the get-go that this butter is going to do the trick. At 2000mg per cup, I decided a little would go a long way. I whipped up a grilled cheese sandwich, buttering both pieces of bread generously. With even that small amount of butter, I was surprised at how heavily medicated I felt. It was a very heavy, stony, Indicalike feeling and the come down was slow. Phat Daddyz cannabutter contains a lot of love and a lot of meds.

Dr. J’s Carmelloz After a stressful day in the life of a working girl, I stopped off at my favorite dispensary to grab a treat to help me unwind and ensure a good night’s rest. Once home, I unwrapped Dr J’s gold packaging to expose a gooey, taffy-like substance containing 250mg of hash butter. The Carmelloz are not strain specific, but I experienced an indica-like high. I bit off smaller pieces, placed them under my tongue, and allowed them to dissolve. This seemed to allow the medicine to work faster and harder, as any sublingual method does. Halfway through, I felt giggly and alert, but after I peaked and fell, I felt sleepy. This treat is mellow enough for daytime, but I recommend it for sleep. —Christianna Lewis and David Maddalena

Good Eats Delicious Treats from Cousin Mary Jane Cousin Mary Jane is passionate about hemp. Beyond creating tasty snacks, the company has a goal to help educate those who don’t know about all the wonderful attributes of the hemp plant and the outstanding nutrition of hemp seed food products. For more information about Cousin Mary Jane and the yummy work they do, visit them online at cousinmaryjane.com.

Cherry Cheer Chocolate Hemp Seed No-Bakes makes several cookies or one 9x13 pan

Ingredients 1 c cane sugar

2 tsp vanilla extract

1/2 c dark cocoa powder (cacao)

2 c CMJ hemps seeds with sea salt, toasted

1/2 c unsalted butter

1 c unsweetened coconut

1/2 c organic coconut milk

2 c chopped dried cherries

Method Mix together sugar, butter, coconut milk, and cocoa in 3-quart saucepan. Bring to a boil and simmer over low heat for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and add vanilla. Stir in the toasted hemp seeds, coconut, and chopped cherries. Mix well by hand. Drop spoonfuls onto waxed paper. Let cool. Time saver—press mixture into a 9x13 greased pan and cut to desired size once mixture sets.

Nutty Jane Toasted Seed No-Bakes makes several cookies or one 9x13 pan

Ingredients 1-1/2 c cane sugar

1/2 c peanut butter

1/2 c dark cocoa powder (cacao)

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/4 c unsalted butter

2 c CMJ hemps seeds with sea salt, toasted

1/2 c organic coconut milk

2 c rolled oats

Method Mix together sugar, butter, coconut milk, and cocoa in 3-quart saucepan. Bring to a boil and simmer over low heat for 4 to 6 minutes, stirring constantly. Add in peanut butter and stir until bended. Remove from heat and mix in vanilla, toasted hemp seeds, and rolled oats. Drop by spoonfuls onto waxed paper. Let cool. Time saver—press mixture into a 9x13 greased pan and cut to desired size once mixture sets.

Quick ‘n’ E-Z Mary Jane Bars makes one 8x8 pan

Ingredients 1/2 c honey

1/2 c shredded coconut

1/2 c peanut butter

1 c CMJ hemps seeds with sea salt, toasted

1 c powdered milk

Method Heat honey and peanut butter in a double-boiler. Add remaining ingredients. Stir well and heat through. Pat into a greased 8x8 pan. Let cool, then cut into small squares and serve.

DID YOU KNOW: Hemp is not only a food. Thousands of products can be made from the hemp plant, including textiles, building materials, fuel, paper products, and rope, just to name a few. It’s truly an amazing plant. So how can you keep hemp going strong? Purchase products made from hemp. It’s an effort that may seem small, but consumer demand is what will help motivate our legislators to act so that one day, hemp cultivation in the U.S. will be legal. THCmag.com

Clean and Green Proposed bill plans to study how industrial hemp affects soil “It is time for us to get past the giggle factor and recognize that hemp is a serious business,” Lynda Parker, leader of the Agricultural Hemp Initiative, says. One step in that direction is House Bill 1099, proposed by Rep. Wes McKinley, D-Walsh. It was created to conduct a scientific study on the growth of industrial hemp in polluted soils to demonstrate its ability to detoxify, allowing for reclamation. The bill passed through all committees, as well as the House and Senate, and the Governor has signed the bill. McKinley has encouraged this study based on the evidence that hemp plants are capable of absorbing toxic substances out of the ground (phytomediation). This would help prevent contaminants from harming the environment and the human population. The bill is cosponsored by House Agriculture Committee Chairman Rep. Jerry Sonnenberg, who told the Colorado News Agency, “There are so many possibilities for industrial hemp that it only makes sense to create win-win situations for agriculture.” Unfortunately, in the United States, growing hemp is illegal under federal law. The good thing about this bill, is that it does not require approval from the Drug Enforcement Administration before researchers put the hemp plants into the ground. This hemp initiative has been successful over the past few years because backers have provided political officials, law enforcement, and business owners with the proper information and the necessary knowledge about the plant. Hemp is often confused with its related, but very different plant, marijuana. Although both plants contain THC—the chemical that creates a “high”— hemp contains only trace amounts. Since the mid-1900s, hemp has been a controlled substance, both because of its competition with other big businesses, and because it is often confused with marijuana. Hemp is used for industrial purposes, but this misunderstanding

of the difference between hemp and marijuana is detrimental to its reputation. “For the sake of the environment, the economy, and agriculture,” Parker says, “we can no longer afford to indulge in this misconception.” Both McKinley and Parker strongly praise hemp as an extremely useful crop. They suggest the United States join other countries, from which the U.S. imports their hemp products, in legalizing hemp farming. “Simply put, [hemp] is feed, food, fiber,

fuel, shelter, and our tests will prove it’s also ‘filter’,” Parker says. In different areas of Colorado, over-farming, mining, and toxic waste deposits have created unusable land. Although this study focuses on the impact of hemp, which will include scientific lab testing and take 10 years to develop, the possibility of restoring this now unusable agricultural land is the driving force behind the passing of this bill. —Renee Goodman

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The Essence of Extraction Three renowned hash extractors share their insights on the craft

Bubba OG Solvent-less Wax

Nikka T of Pink House How did you become involved in hash extraction? I grew up in orthern California and cannabis was extremely prevalent in my upbringing—specifically cannabis grown outdoors. With a lot of outdoor cannabis comes a lot of trim, and there was water hash around that was black and tar-like. It was getting me more medication than the flowers alone, but the taste wasn’t good. That’s what got me into making hash—making something with high potency but more of a turpine presence and better taste. How does water extraction work? It’s a mechanical separation of the trichome heads and stalks from the plant matter. When you look at a plant, you are going to see crystals that sparkle and that contain the active cannabinoids; these are the trichomes. We use ice and water. The ice is an agitator—mixed in with the water it helps agitate the trichomes off of the plant material. We collect them in various silkscreen bags.

How does your water extraction method differ from some of the other methods? Most water hash has been called bubble hash and it’s been on the market for years. The idea around bubble hash is that it’s dark and pressed. You can break it off and put it on your bowl or whatever. We wanted to get away from the dark product. We take into account different variables for different strains. We emphasize the specifics of our environment and agitate it differently. We’ve made it an art and a form of chemistry. I’ve also been developing my own extraction bags for our solventless product. When you are working with different strains, are you trying to get different elements out of each strain? With CBDs, it’s more about finding the proper strain. I really prefer some of our OG cuts that are getting nice CBD and THC numbers. As someone who loves OG Kush, I’m liking the strains that are coming out that have more CBDs. I’m in a nice place because I’ve brought some of my own genetics into the warehouse—we’ve got a Blue

Dream that’s amazing for women’s cramps. There are a lot of things we look for. Is your process still evolving? Yeah, especially with new strains being developed every day. If we get a brand new strain, we have new variables to deal with. We’ll start with light agitation and see how it turns out. We might try different temperatures, too. A lot of what we’re extracting is what our warehouses are growing, which is supply and demand. I’ve been in this industry a lot longer than it’s been an industry and I still feel like I’m constantly learning new things.

Bho Johnson of River Rock Dispensary How did you get involved with hash extraction? Most of my life, I was an air conditioning and refrigeration mechanic, so working around things that boil at room temperature, not to mention vacuums and pressures, gave me a good segue into the industry. What were some of your first successes working with the product? I moved here for access to hash oil; I didn’t come out here to actually make hash oil. I have a degree in entertainment and I came out here to make video games for a living. I made a batch of hash oil on the balcony of my apartment when I first moved here and a friend who tried it said, “You’re not a video game maker, man, you’re a hash-maker.” Can you describe your process? There’s no heat. Everything has to do with vacuums and different pressures. I’m able to get a cleaner purge than people who don’t use any, so I’m able to retain more turpines and flavor. That’s really where I transferred over my air conditioning and refrigeration knowledge. How do vacuums extract the THC? The vacuum doesn’t actually extract it. It runs the butane through the plant material which is actually doing the extraction of the cannabinoids. What the vacuum is doing is a purge. The extraction and the purge are two completely different conversations. The extraction is where you run your solvent through the marijuana and the purge is where you’re getting it all back out. That’s what the vacuum does. You put water into a vacuum chamber and it will boil at room temperature. Butane boils at 25-degrees Fahrenheit, which is way below room temperature. As long as I keep that pressure high enough, I can actually purge out the butane faster than I ever could using heat because I can apply much more pressure to it. Is the purge kind of the overlooked step in the process? Most people don’t realize how important that step really is. When I go back and look at the pictures of the first batch I made and it makes me sick to my stomach. Like, its actually wet with solvent—I didn’t know any better back then. Over time I was able to make a wax that was harder and tougher and drier. With this new process, I’ve actually

developed it to the point where it comes out like an amber powder. It’s increased the overall potency of my product from testing at 70percent to over 85-percent active cannabinoids, and I firmly believe it’s because I’m getting more of the solvent out at the back end.

Matt Ellis of ExtractionTek How did you become involved in hash extraction? I moved to Denver five years ago and was in telecommunications. I don’t smoke or use cannabis, but my wife does medicinally. We come from the South where there’s definitely a stigma attached to it. A friend of mine gave me two pounds of trim—I didn’t even know what trim was. So I did some research and made some butter and some cookies, which was pretty cool. Then I started researching different extraction methods and started playing around in my garage. Have you tried multiple extraction methods? When I started Organalabs, we were using CO2 extractors. Not everybody had one and we used those for about six months. I left Organalabs and started building my own products. Right now I’m working on my own butane extractor and doing some consulting work. I took my knowledge of CO2 extraction and put it into my Light Hydrocarbon Botanical Extraction System that can make over 500 grams of oil per day. How much has refining extraction methods improved the quality of the medicine? Hash oils don’t sit very well with my wife, for some reason. Ultimately, for it to be a medicine, you can’t be smoking it. No doctor is going to prescribe something that you smoke. The reason that this plant works is because of its genetic makeup. I want to develop the ability to take a complete profile of a plant and have a bucket of each one of the constituents—to isolate different cannabinoids—and then recombine them. Isolation and recombination. Is a vaporizer not a viable method for that? Well, a vaporizer still burns the material. I don’t see a doctor approving that. That’s why I’m interested in water-soluble delivery methods. It will help with better uptake. There are theories that this method would leave your system a lot quicker and come on a lot faster and cleaner and then dissipate properly. A tablet, for instance, could go straight into your bloodstream rather than having to get into your bloodstream through your digestive system. So you obviously believe in the medicine, it’s just not for you. Eventually, if there’s a pill I can take or an ingestion method where I can get the benefits of the cannabinoids without the psychotropic effects, I’ll take it every day. One of the first things I really got interested in when I started researching all of this was cannabinoids—they’ve been used to treat everything from cancer to alcoholism.

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What’s this QR Code Stuff All About? You might have noticed a rabbit trail of QR codes dotting THC the last few issues. They look a little like jumbled bar codes, or black and white cartoons that are really out of focus. What would QR codes be doing inside a magazine, you ask? In short: They make your life easier. These new-age tech tools are slowly proliferating print and social media, giving readers with smartphones the opportunity to hop to websites, Twitter feeds, pictures, videos, Facebook, and a million other resources on the web. No need to open a browser, just open your QR code-reading app, scan the code, and your phone does the rest. First things first, though. Let’s answer a few basic question about this exciting new technology. What does “QR” stand for? “QR” is an abbreviation for “quick response,” which is, incidentally, what it’s all about. No typing, just point and scan. The concept actually dates back to 1994 (thank you, Toyota), but hasn’t been widely used in the U.S. until quite recently. You mentioned that I need something to scan the bar code. Is there an app for that? Yes, there are many—and they’re available for just about any smartphone out there. For the iPhone, we like NeoReader. It’s a no-frills, point-andscan app that is highly reliable. For Android phones, we recommend QR Droid. It’s similar to NeoReader, but has a decidedly Droid interface. And how do these apps work exactly? It really is as simple as it seems—open the scanning application, select “Scan” (or make sure you have the scanner ready), and hover over the QR code you’re interested in. Once it’s been scanned, your phone will automatically take you to exciting, titillating content that will blow your mind. Can I make my own QR code? Absolutely! If you have your own site or would like to include a QR code for personal use, head over to qrstuff.com. Follow the directions to get

your code built (it only takes a few minutes), then place it in publications, on websites, or wherever you think it would be most useful. So if I don’t have a smartphone, I can’t access QR code content? Unfortunately, no. Without a smartphone, there is no way to scan the QR codes that direct you to content. Maybe it’s time you upgraded that oldschool Razr, huh? Look for QR codes throughout the magazine, especially at the top of each dispensary page.

A ball and stick model of a Tetrahydrocannabinol molecule

The People’s

Panacea

Evaluating the economic impact of medical marijuana legalization by Matt Snyders

For those immersed in the MMJ industry, there’s hardly any question as to the plant’s healing properties. But for those outside, there are questions needing to be answered and assumptions to correct. Part of what remains in shadow for those outside-the-know are the potential economic benefits of legalizing cannabis. Before we get to a place where that’s possible, however, we must understand—as a collective society—how valuable it is as a medical resource.

The Medical Potential of Cannabis Sativa

“The true healing potential of cannabis is so astounding, it’s hard for most people to accept,” Dr. Bob Melamede, president and CEO of Cannabis Science, says. “Legalization combined with greater acceptance would totally upend the health care and pharmaceutical industries.” In a decade that saw alleged “cancer-fighting” pharmaceuticals balloon into the highest-selling category of drugs in the world—a mark reached in 2006, according to IMS Health—a profound, almost unbelievable truth quietly began to emerge from various unaffiliated research teams across the world. Medical study after medical study noted a peculiar quality of cannabinoids: the active compounds in cannabis, particularly cannibidiol (CBD), are aggressively anti-carcinogenic. “Anyone who questions the veracity of these claims should go to PubMed,” Melamede says. “Type in ‘cancer’ and ‘cannabinoids’ and hundreds of studies from around the world come up.” A 2000 Spanish study, for example, found that THC substantially reduced, and in some cases eradicated, brain tumors in rats after just one week of treatment. Similarly, a 2007 Harvard study showed that cannabinoids given to rats with lung cancer shrank existing tumors by an average of 50 percent. In some cases, the tumors—and the cancer—were completed eradicated. Researchers have found that cannabis not only strengthens the general immune system, but cannabinoids seem to “turn off” VEG-F, the growth hormone whose uncontrollable growth accounts for the most deadly forms of cancer. It accomplishes this while protecting and feeding surrounding healthy cells. As if that weren’t enough, the curing properties of cannabis appear to extend well beyond cancer. Dr. Maurizio Grimaldi, director of the Neuropharmacology Laboratory at Southern Research, can remember the excitement he and his three-man team experienced back in 1999 when they made a break through in Alzheimer’s research. Dr. Grimaldi recognized that any compound that could stop or slow down oxidation in the brain would represent a serious ally in the war against brain damage caused by Alzheimer’s. The problem was, every antioxidant found in nature was unable to pass through the blood-brain barrier, the human body’s most discerning filter. Every antioxidant, that is, except for one. “We found [cannabinoids] particularly effective in halting brain damage,” he explained. “Whether that brian damage is a result of stroke, head trauma, Parkinson’s, or Alzheimer’s, cannabinoids are invisible to the blood-brain barrier, and are effective because of their bio-availability to the brain.” Grimaldi and his team conducted this research on behalf of the United States federal government, represented by the Department of Health and Human Services. Quite ironically, the resulting intellectual property— U.S. Patent Number 6630507, titled “Cannabinoids as antioxidants and neuroprotectancts”—grants the federal government exclusive rights to the use of cannabinoids in the treatment of Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, HIVrelated dementia, and brain damage. No doubt, these are only the beginnings of active studies and applications of medical cannabis, but they tackle three enormous health concerns in the U.S.—enormous because of their effect on quality of life, and on cost of medical treatment.

Economic Impact and Viability

As the medicinal qualities of cannabis are uncovered, industry insiders and politicians alike are asking more pointed questions about the economic benefits of legalization—would it indeed be a benefit, or are there more downsides that have not been considered? It’s important to keep in mind that Colorado’s medical marijuana (MMJ) industry represents a fraction of the total demand for cannabis product. Aaron Smith, executive director for the National Cannabis Industry Association, thinks of the MMJ industry as just the tip of an oversized iceberg. “We’ve seen a good pace [set by] the state’s MMJ program,” he says. “It has already created a significant market. But that’s still a small minority of cannabis users. Full-fledged legalization would add billions of dollars to the economy that currently goes into the black market. Legalization would create a huge tax boom for the state.” According to Matt Cook of the Colorado Department of Revenue, Colorado’s MMJ industry generates $5 million per year, a figure that plateaued in late 2010. But what if the state were to collect sales tax on all cannabis sales, not just those that are state-approved and medically related? In researching just that question in 2005, Harvard Economics Professor Jeffrey Miron examined self-reported cannabis usage rates across the country. Applying that data to Colorado’s demographics, Miron concluded Colorado would enjoy $18 million in cannabis-generated sales tax revenue—a $13 million net increase from what MMJ currently brings in. And that is just the money that goes to the state. Based on Professor Miron’s figures, Colorado’s fledgling MMJ industry represents but one-third of the total market potential for ingestible cannabis. As such, we could see a three-fold increase in every facet of cannabis production—instead of 1,000 jobs in the cannabis industry, we might see 3,000. More importantly, any entrepreneurial enterprise—especially one centered on growing, manufacturing, and producing cannabis and cannabis products— spills over into other, unrelated industries. The ones that most readily come to mind are some of the most pervasive: construction, real estate, and retail outlets. Even utility companies see more business, as it costs roughly $100 in electricity to produce one pound of cannabis indoors. It’s impossible to put an exact dollar figure on the aggregate economic activity full legalization might engender. We can, however, make reasonable conclusions regarding individual industries. And no industry would experience a more dramatic paradigm-shift than health care. Americans currently spend a combined $400 billion per year treating just three diseases: Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and cancer. Imagine if the shift in our country’s health care prompted a reach to less-expensive cannabis. For some patients with Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and cancer, racking up bills for treatment to the tune of $2,000 per month, a switch to supervised use of medical marijuana could easily cut that number in half. The question, then, becomes clearer than it once was. It’s not, “Should we legalize medical marijuana,” but “When will it be legalized?”

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Eighteen and Counting Reviewing medical marijuana legislation in 2012 Since 1996, 17 states and the District of Columbia have passed some form of medical marijuana legislation that extends legal protections to patients using marijuana for medical purposes. These include Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Hawaii, Maine, Michigan, Montana, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Washington. Legislation passed in Maryland recognizes the medical benefits of marijuana, but mandates only that patients can claim an “affirmative defense” for its use, meaning they must prove their need for it to avoid fines or imprisonment. Medical marijuana bills were introduced in 19 states in 2012, but either did not pass or were not voted on due to failure to be approved in committees in 10 of them. In New Hampshire, both houses of the legislature have passed a bill, but the governor is threatening to veto it, with legislators now working to gain enough support to overturn the veto if it comes. Bills have been introduced in the legislatures in Illinois, Massachusetts, Missouri, New York, Ohio, and Pennsylvania and are still under consideration in at least some of those states which have two-year legislative sessions. Bills failed in Alabama, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Tennessee, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. In Maryland, a bill to strengthen the legal protections extended to patients using cannabis for medical purposes failed in committees. A largely symbolic bill was introduced in Kentucky and has not moved out of committee due to the use of the word “prescribe,” which can be used only with FDA-approved medications, not medical cannabis.

by Alan Shackelford, M.D.

introduced and considered, and will in all likelihood be introduced again next year. The recent successful passage of medical marijuana legislation in Connecticut provides important lessons on how to conduct a campaign to pass a medical marijuana bill. Connecticut first passed a medical marijuana bill in 2007, but it was vetoed by the governor, and failed to pass for another four years. But supporters of the bill conducted a wellorganized campaign to demonstrate to legislators the positive personal impact medical cannabis had on people in the state. Many patients met with their elected representatives in one-on-one conversations. Others presented objective medical research data that supported the medical benefits of cannabis. And the pervasive misstatements about purported dangers of marijuana were countered one argument at a time. As New Hampshire state Senator Jim Forsythe (R-Strafford), that bill’s prime sponsor, recently said, “Most senators [in New Hampshire] now agree we have a moral obligation to protect seriously ill patients from being arrested in our state” while allowing those same patients to use treatments that improve the quality of their lives, sometimes dramatically. Approaching legislators in all 19 states that considered medical cannabis bills in 2012 or continue to debate them with serious, objective, personal experiences while citing the medical research that supports the use of cannabis as a treatment option will ultimately bring a great many other legislators to understand the benefits for their constituents, just as Senator Forsythe and many others have. It’s time to get busy. Emulate successful campaigns such as in Connecticut, and never despair. Millions of our fellow citizens who could benefit from medical cannabis are depending on us.

In Massachusetts, a voter initiative to allow the use of medical marijuana will be on the ballot in November, and a similar initiative in Arkansas is gathering momentum. Washington state and Colorado voters will have an opportunity to approve measures allowing adults over 21 to possess and use marijuana for recreational purposes outside the medical framework, taxing and regulating it like alcohol. When looking at individual states, it seems that the uphill effort to pass medical marijuana legislation is getting increasingly difficult, but taking a step back and considering the big picture provides a different perspective. At least five states still have bills under active consideration, or bills that could potentially come to a vote in the legislatures. And although bills failed in 10 states in 2012, they were at least

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A Hemp Economy

The miracle plant that could save the world ... if we were allowed to grow it by Liz Mund While there are encouraging signs of the U.S. getting out of the deepest recession we have seen in decades, the economy remains in a state of flux. The automobile industry is booming and the manufacturing sector is coming back, yet Americans continue to struggle with high unemployment, rampant government spending, and a steady decline in economic freedom. Once a world leader, the United States— according to respected Washington think tank, The Heritage Foundation—has fallen in the Economic Freedom Index, slipping to tenth in the world, ranking below Canada for the first time in history. Based on the theory proposed over a hundred years ago in The Wealth of Nations, economic freedom is a measure of a nation’s economic success, referring specifically to the freedom of any person to enter into a transaction to

buy or sell something and conversely, the freedom of an entrepreneur to come up with a new product that the world didn’t know it needed. Two things that prohibit this freedom are regulations and government spending. Regulatory fees in 2010 cost U.S. businesses owners and consumers $1.75 trillion. To put things in perspective: one million seconds is about 12 days, one billion seconds is 31 days, one trillion seconds ... 31,688 days. $1.75 trillion per year. The few large corporations that can afford those hefty fees own the market, forcing small businesses, small farms, and burgeoning entrepreneurs out of the game. These days, only the big boys with the big dollars get to play. We need put the power back in the hands of the people—all the people. We need

to make room for new ideas, new jobs, new industries—or room for an old industry with new technology. Industrial hemp is a crop capable of producing food, fuel, clothing, and building materials—cheaper, stronger, and a smaller carbon footprint than current crops. Freed from the shackles of government regulation and using modern production technology, these products could be unleashed upon the American economy and provide the boom we need, giving financial freedom back to farmers, consumers, entrepreneurs, and our country as a whole. After Canada legalized hemp in the late ‘90s, The Canadian Hemp Trade Alliance reported farmers’ profits of $200 per acre of hemp, and retail sales of hemp seed products upwards

of $20 million dollars in 2010. The same year, John Baker, founder and president of Stonehedge Bio-Resources Inc. released plans to build the first bio refining facility in North America. The plant will produce the building material Hemcrete among other hemp products. The project anticipates the creation of employment opportunities for up to 200 farmers. Despite the fact that it is by-and-large illegal to grow hemp here, the United States has a retail hemp market—a big one. Claims by industry professionals and marketing research firm SIMS show revenues of $240 million in 2010 for hemp products (body and food only). Profits from industry giants Whole Foods and The Body Shop weren’t included in this number, but are estimated at an additional $160 million, for a total of over $400 million. Clearly there is a market to be explored, so why is it still illegal? The answer is three-fold: fear and ignorance play a part, but keeping it illegal makes money—just not for us. The fear comes from the DEA, who posit that legalizing hemp would allow farmers the opportunity to hide marijuana plants in hemp fields causing an increased burden on regulating government agents. The ignorance comes from a lack of education. So let’s have a little lesson.

Hemp and marijuana are lumped together under the same genus of cannabis sativa, of which all forms are considered controlled substances in the United States. Dr. Andrew Wright, an agronomist working in 1918, said that there were distinct types of cannabis sativa: “that grown for fiber, that for birdseed and oil, and that for drugs.” The variety grown for fiber depends on the development of the plant’s fibrous stalk, has little branching, and is grown in dense conditions where plants reach heights of 15 feet, with THC concentrations of less than 1-percent. The variety cultivated for marijuana is grown for its flowers, requires considerable space per plant, is low to the ground, highly branched, and possesses levels of THC anywhere from five to 20-percent. The two varieties may look similar at first glance, but preferred cultivation methods render the plants utterly distinguishable. Grown together, hemp would choke out the light and space needed for marijuana. Moreover, the two would likely cross pollinate: an undesirable outcome for both crops. The result would be lower levels of THC for the marijuana plant and a loss of seed integrity for the fiber hemp. Hemp pollen can travel up to seven miles, so no marijuana grower determined to maintain levels of THC would want to plant within that radius. Not to mention, David P. West points out in his report for the North American Industrial Hemp Council, there is

a legal crop that would be a far better place to hide marijuana—one that looks almost identical, has a longer growing season than hemp, and wouldn’t cross pollinate: Kenaf. Look it up. There is also ongoing research at the University of Minnesota, where Dr. George Weiblen is working on ways to physically alter the hemp plant in order to make the fiber variety more distinguishable. As far as an increased burden on police, according to reports in Canada and elsewhere, no such increase occurred with legalized hemp production. Hemp, also referred to as ditch weed, used to thrive in the U.S. and despite government attempts to eradicate it, still does. Cannabis sativa is an annual wind-pollinated plant. Translation: a weed. Eradication attempts typically cause seeds to fall, which then pollinate and create new plants. A gentleman from a Midwest farm reported observing several DEA agents destroying a patch of feral hemp on his father’s farm. They left after a half a day’s work, satisfied they had destroyed the patch. But the next year, the patch returned (albeit smaller) and again the year after that and the one after that… Tom Murphy, a Vote Hemp coordinator says, “Not only is the ditch weed eradication program a waste of money, it may even be

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counterproductive. Much of the ditch weed eradicated is believed to be burned, turning a carbon consuming plant into a contributor of Greenhouse gasses.” The DEA’s Domestic Cannabis Eradication and Suppression program seized and demolished close to 7.5 million cannabis plants between 2000 and 2006. An estimated 7 million of them were outdoor plants, which begs the question of how many were feral hemp and how many were marijuana? In the same time period, the government estimates that annual U.S. marijuana production increased tenfold. The program costs taxpayers over $10 billion a year. The exact economic potential of industrial hemp in the U.S. may be impossible to predict, as numbers must be based on information gleaned from countries where hemp is legal (which it is, incidentally, in five of the nine countries ranked above U.S. in the E.F. index). However, there have been predictions. Several state governments have investigated hemp as a cash crop including Kentucky, where analysts estimated returns comparable to most existing

cash crops (excluding tobacco). The Colorado Hemp Initiative Project (using data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Department of Labor and Employment and the University of Colorado Boulder Business Research Division, among others) did their own study regarding hemp in Colorado. Assuming hemp cultivation took place on just 5-percent of currently dedicated farmland in the state, C.H.I.P. estimated 1,100 new jobs in the non-farming industry alone and a net impact of $107 million dollars a year to the state economy. And that’s just Colorado. Skeptics remain steadfast that there is little hope for the hemp industry based on current statistics, which report high costs and low demand. Economics 101—you can’t create a viable market for something without the technology and ability to deliver a product cheaply and efficiently. Yet we have the technology, as well as the land to make it cheaply and efficiently. Why aren’t we? Many just aren’t ready to abandon what already works: wheat, tobacco, and soy in

favor of an unknown crop with unknown financial success. And I doubt that a certain multibillion-dollar seed company is ready to give up its stranglehold on American farmers. I mean, why fix what isn’t broken? Well, because it actually is broken. Gluten (wheat) and soy allergies have skyrocketed in the last 10 years, and the tobacco industry is declining as health related issues rise. Genetically altered seeds have had an unknowable impact on biodiversity, not to mention possible adverse effects on our immune systems. The time for change has come. The change is not forward, the change is back—back to a crop that won’t need genetic modification to resist pests; one that can be grown and harvested almost anywhere in this country; a crop could give rise to thousands of new products, opportunities for new businesses, and new jobs. America, it is time to get our mojo back, move on, move forward, and remember what our forefathers did for financial freedom: they grew hemp.

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Aurora Indica

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Lemon Skunk

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Matanuska Tundra (aka Mountain Thunder)

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concentrates::

Skunk #6 Headband

Pez

Scissor Hash-Rainbow Bubble Hash-Rainbow Style

Sage 'n' Sour

Made fresh weekly!

Cream Cheeze

Kief

Roadblock-15 Thai

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The New York Power Diesel (NYPD) is an indoor power strain with a radical mix of Sativa Mexicana father and Afghan/Dutch indica mother. The Nirvana addition to the diesel family stays close to the New York variant. NYPD is an F1 hybrid that is balanced but sativa-dominant, with potential for gardeners and home breeders. Its mother plant, the Aurora Indica, is a combination of Northern Lights and an Afghan strain that was stabilized especially for use in this cross. The heavy, greasy narcotic effects of the Aurora Indica beautifully cut the edge of the crispy, speedy Oaxacan sativa father known as Eldorado. The resulting terpenoids have a powerful diesel aroma with a lemon-edged fuel flavor.

Aurora Indica indica dominant 90/10 Aurora Indica's leaves are dark and impressively wide and its smell is dense and spicy, leading gardeners to anticipate the cosmic indica experience its name suggests. The buds are thick and greasy to the touch, with a deep Afghani flavor that is more apparent when grown in soil. A great stone before bed, this heavy buzz comes on quickly and can be quite sedative. People have reported hot ears as a common side effect when vaporizing. This strain has medicinal potential for treating hyperactivity and insomnia.

PALMER LAKE WELLNESS

Colorado Springs :: Palmer Lake

Right off of I-25, nestled in the foothills between Denver and Colorado Springs is a hidden treasureâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Palmer Lake Wellness Center. Owners hand tend over 27 strains from start to finish with only the best organic soils, purest waters, expertise, and lots of love. From the coveted Durban Poison, Chocolate Chunk, Maui, AK-47, White Rhino, and Island Sweet Skunk to their own indemand Palmer Poison, the owners grow plants that others only dream about. All of this reaps a harvest

850 Commercial Lane Palmer Lake, CO 80133 PH: 719.488.9900 Monday-Friday 10am-7pmSaturday 10am-5pm Sunday Noon-5pm Take exit 161 from I-25, go north on Highway 105; continue 1.1 miles, then turn right on Circle Road and take an immediate left on Commercial Drive (Palmer Lake Tech Center). PLWC sits discreetly back from the road with ample parking. Welcome!

of some of the best and most potent high-altitude medicinal marijuana found along the Front Range. Palmer Lake Wellness Centerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s small staff is passionately dedicated and highly educated about the

power of medicinal marijuana. They pride themselves on working to find the best medicinal fit for each individual patient. Throw in some gourmet edibles, potent concentrates, and a varied selection of infused products, and you've got an unbeatable wellness shop. Come experience the small town difference.

sample menu selections top strains::

Chocolate Chunk Indica-heavy Hybrid

Agent Orange Sativa

21 Indica

AK-47 Sativa

Blue Kush Indica

Blue Dream Sativa

Blue Widow Indica

TKO Bars 200mg THC PB Blasters 50mg THC Razzle Dazzles 45mg THC Cloud 9s 40mg THC Gluten-free and Vegan Nookie Cookies 35mg THC

Connie Chung Sativa

Bubble Gum Kush Indica

Sense of Healing

Durban Poison Sativa

Lavendar Kush Indica

Fudge Brownies 70mg THC

Great White Shark Sativa

Purple Elephant Indica

Moonrock

Island Sweet Skunk Sativa

White Rhino Indica

Moby Dick Sativa

edibles::

Paint Can Sativa

Sweet Earth

Skywalker Sativa Sour Cream Sativa

Candy 50-55mg THC

concentrates:: Canna Caps

Buddha Brownies 25mg THC

Earwax

Dr. J's Hash Infusion

Keif

Magic Muffins 250mg THC

Mile High Hash Caps 100mg THC

White Widow Sativa Maui Hybrid

Gaia's Garden

Buzz Buttons 250mg THC

Sativa, Hybrid, and Indica

Moonrock Hash 88-percent THC

NYCD Hybrid

Kosmic Kookies 250mg THC

Strain Specific

Palmer Poison Hybrid

Cheeba Chews

Tinctures

70mg THC

Green Dragon 50mg, 300 mg THC

Granny T's Gourmet

2oz Elixer

Blueberry Indica-dominant Hybrid

Righteous Krispy Bars 40mg THC

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ROCKY MOUNTAIN MIRACLES

Colorado Springs

2316 East Bijou Street Colorado Springs, CO 80909 PH: 719.473.9333 Tuesday-Saturday Noon-6:45pm

In the heart of Colorado Springs, Rocky Mountain Miracles prides itself on delivering all-natural MMJ products for patients all over Colorado. Family is very important to owner Ali, who operates Rocky Mountain Miracles with daughters Jessica, Mandy, Shelly, and son Mike. The growers and trimmers are all family. You are welcomed and cared for like family too. Part of what makes RMM stand out is its quality selection of medication. RMM offers over 80 top-shelf quality, hand-trimmed strains, with new strains introduced regularly, as well as hash and caviar. It's all about providing the right medication for your medical needs, from severe physical pain to PTSD. Also, RMM boasts a wealth of medicated edibles—from cooking ingredients to snacks, teas, coffees, and drinks, plus items for diabetics. Medicated tablets, chewables, tinctures, and more provide great alternatives to smoking. But there's more to this dispensary than the products. Trained staff members happily provide consultation on marijuana questions, pain management, and offer evaluations for patients to determine how MMJ could help alleviate pain and improve quality of life. At Rocky Mountain Miracles, MMJ is provided with expert counseling while friendly service offers unparalleled relief.

sample menu selections staff favorites:: LA Confidential Tested at 23% THC

Durga Mata

Super Lemon Haze Tested at 20.4% THC

Jack the Ripper Tested at 18.3% THC

Tested at 18.4% THC

edibles::

Chocolope

Green Chili

Tested at 20.7% THC

Mango 13 Tested at 17.7% THC

Orange Bud

Brownies Cookies Hard Candy/Taffys

Tested at 18.8% THC

Apple Butter/Peanut Butter

Hawaiian Skunk

Marinara

Tested at 16.7% THC

Skywalker Tested at 18.9% THC

Macaroni and Cheese Chicken Noodle Soup

AK-47

Hot Chocolate/Coffees/Teas

Tested at 21% THC

Oatmeal

Blue Dream

Trail Mix/Sunflower Seeds

Tested at 22.8% THC

Black Cherry Tested at 21% THC

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patient testimonials:: Testimonial #1 “I like Rocky Mountain Miracles because it’s run by a family. They care very much about their patients, all of them, especially ones with real health problems or who are on disability, like myself. I’ve received very good advice on certain edibles that have helped me tremendously with my PTSD, my immune disease, and chronic problems with my back. It has helped take me off most of my medications, where I’m not having to take as many pharmaceutical drugs anymore and I can rely more on natural medicine.” — Jannae, patient at Rocky Mountain Miracles

Testimonial #2 “Shopping at Rocky Mountain Miracles is fun. I laugh with Ali and her daughters every time I come in and they are so friendly and knowledgeable. There are always new products to try and they take the time to explain how the medication can affect me and answer my questions. They have a great selection of edibles. I have horrible back pain and prefer edibles during the day—my favorites are the Jolly Drops. I always feel like I’m getting a good deal—like I’m part of the family.” —Susie, Rocky Mountain Miracles patient

Mountains

NATURE'S OWN WELLNESS CENTER

naturesownwellnesscenter.com

927 Highway 3 Durango, CO 81301 PH: 970.259.0283 Monday-Saturday 10:00am-6:30pm Sunday 12:00pm-5:00pm

Under new ownership and management, Nature’s Own Wellness Center strives to give every patient a quality experience that is only surpassed by the quality of their medicine. The dispensary offers a wide variety of strains and products to help all patients with their particular needs. Nature’s Own Wellness Center offers only the best edibles and marijuana infused products from around the state. All strains our house-grown and special care is taken to make sure they are of the highest quality. Nature’s Own Wellness Center offers a clean, safe, comfortable, environment run by medical professionals who are focused on the well-being of their patients. The dispensary takes their caregiver responsibility seriously and will work with the patients to be sure that the care they are receiving is helpful and provides relief. The focus is on real patients who can benefit from this type of therapy, and the dispensary is establishing a patient-oriented approach while complying with all Colorado laws and statutes. Nature’s Own Wellness Center offers a place of healing for patients with a compassionate and knowledgeable staff of providers you can trust. More than just a medical cannabis center; Nature's Own Wellness Center is here to help you experience a better quality of life and a healing of mind, body, and spirit.

sample menu selections Gaia’s Garden

Strains::

Kilo Watt Hybrid

Sour Diesel Sativa

Sheherazade Indica

Banana Kush Indica

Maui Purps Sativa

Colarado Kush Indica

Super Lemon Haze Sativa

Acapoco Gold Sativa

Skunk Berry Hybrid

D-Skunk Sativa

Summit Sweet Skunk Sativa

Mountain Mist Sativa

Edibles::

Razzle Dazzle Hybrid

Simply Pure 200mg - 250mg

Cherry Bomb Sativa

Green Chile, Apple Butter, and Strawberry Jam; organic, vegan, and gluten-free.

Drinks: Lemonade, Blk Tea, Lemonade, Yerba Mate, and Mint Green Tea; TincSURE: sativa, hybrid, and indica

Mile High Ice Cream

Keef Cola 80mg

Purple Magic Sativa Silver Haze Hybrid

Almondeus-Milk Chocolate Bar, Cloud 9, Zonky Barz, Better Cheddar Chips, Sea Salt Peppercorn Kettle Chips, Karma Candy, Nutty Caramel Cannacorn, and TKO.

Canna Punch OMG and Freeze Pops

The Mad Hatter Coffee & Teas 40mg120mg MarQaha

Cherry, Lemon Lime, Orange, Blue Razz, and Root Beer

OrganaLabs Cannatabs

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DISPENSARY GUIDE

DENVER AND BOULDER 47 48 52 54

Altitude Wellness Center The Clinic Choronado Medical Grassroots

55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63

Groundswell Highlands Cannabis Company Mind, Body, Spirit Wellness Center Mr. Nice Guys Native Roots Northern Lights Natural Rx Preferred Organic Therapy & Wellness Rockbrook Inc. Standing Akimbo

INFUSED PRODUCTS 50 53

Colorado Grow Corporation Dixie Elixirs & Edibles

*SCAN THE QR CODES AT THE TOP OF THESE PAGES FOR MORE INFO AND SPECIAL OFFERS!

ALTITUDE WELLNESS CENTER

Denver :: South Denver

www.altitudewellnesscenter.com

Altitude Wellness Center is one of Denver’s best kept secrets. They have been in business since September 2009. In the beginning, most of their patients came from friends' referrals. Since the staff always keep quality meds on hand, their referral business keeps growing. Altitude will continue to grow all your favorite strains, keeping the shelves stocked with superior meds at inexpensive prices! The warehouse personnel are well-qualified experts in growing the highest quality marijuana on the market. Altitude chose its location near Hampden and Yosemite because the staff wanted to be close to the Denver Tech Center, Inverness Business Park, Highlands Ranch, Centennial, Parker, and Castle Rock. They wanted to be accessible to those patients not wanting to drive into the heart of downtown Denver. The second you walk through the door, you’ll feel welcome. Altitude is a family-owned business and the staff is very knowledgeable—everyone can help with “what ails ya,” and each staff member is happy to answer whatever questions you may have. Additionally, the team at Altitude has an extensive headshop with hand-blown glass pipes from the country’s top artists; Darby Holm, Lunch Box, Cowboy, ABE (North Star Glass), Blade, and brand names like Illadelph, Medicali, and Jetter Tubes. Mention this

3435 South Yosemite Street Suite 200 Denver, CO 80231 PH: 303.751.7888 Monday-Friday Noon-7pm Saturday-Sunday Noon-5pm Member Loyalty Program Money Back Guarantee ******************** Use Altitudes Loyalty Program to Earn Points on Each Purchase Good Towards All Merchandise

article in Hemp Connoisseur and get a free perfectly rolled doobie with any purchase!

sample menu selections strains::

edibles::

concentrates::

AK-47 Indica

Gaia's Harvest

Blackberry Indica

North Shore

BHO/Earwax Award-Winning, Hash Bash 2009 Over 25 flavors including:

Blue Diesel Sativa

Cheeba Chews

Headband, Jack Herer, Blackberry, Mr Nice, Sativa Spirit, and Romulan

Blue Dream Indica

Standing Akimbo

Water Press Hash Over 25 flavors, including:

Blue Widow

Dixie Elixirs

Sour Diesel, Headband, Hash Plant, Jack Flash, Durban Poison, Hawaiian, Cough, and AK-47

Blueberry Indica

Benjamins

Pressed Kief

Bruce Banner Sativa

Healthy Creations

Tincture

Bubba Kush Sativa

Mile High Ice Cream

Durban Poison Sativa

Edipure

God Bud

Simply Pure

topicals:: Pain Relief Rubs

Headband Sativa

can-nabis::

LA Confidential

We offer Can-nabis, an EXCLUSIVE to Altitude Wellness Center!

Lavender Sativa Purple OG Indica Querkle Sour Diesel Sativa Tangerine Sativa

We are the first in the nation to offer canned cannabis to you. We select one quarter of an ounce of the finest of buds and seal them at our facility, for freshness you can taste! We carry several of the more popular strains and will offer to "can" up any flavor you’d like. Canned Can-nabis, when odor control is a must! Try it, you’ll like it.

Utopian Haze Sativa

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The Clinic is an award-winning center with six locations in metro Denver. As the areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s premier choice for medical marijuana, The Clinic sets the standard with the highest-quality medicine and widest variety of strains and products available. The knowledgeable staff and professional atmosphere reflect the immense amount of care the staff gives both to their medicine and their patients. To support their patient-driven mission, The Clinic opened a separate division known as The Lab, where scientists work tirelessly on synthesizing new strains of medicine that pertain to the specific needs of The Clinicâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s patients. The Clinic is also a longtime supporter of the MS Society, as itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a cause that directly affects their patients, friends, and family. As such, The Clinic has raised more than $37,000 for the Colorado MS Society since 2009 and won multiple National MS Awards such as 2010 Top Corporate Fundraising Team and 2011 City Park Denver MS Walk-Best Corporate Tent. By remaining at the forefront of the medical marijuana movement, The Clinic continues to raise the standard for medical marijuana centers everywhere. Come see why their mantra holds true. Our Patients Live Better

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THE CLINIC

Multiple Locations

www.thecliniccolorado.com

The Clinic Capitol Hill 745 East 6th Avenue Denver, CO 80203 PH: 720.536.5229

The Clinic Colorado 3888 E. Mexico Avenue Denver, CO 80210 PH: 303.758.9114

sample menu selections

The Clinic Highlands 3460 West 32nd Avenue Denver, CO 80211

strains::

edibles::

PH: 303.997.7130

Kosher Kush

Beverages

2012 High Times Cannabis Cup (Denver) Patients' Choice Winner

CannaPunch, Dixie Elixirs, Keef Cola, Green Dragon, and MarQaha

The Clinic on Colfax 4625 East Colfax Avenue Denver, CO 80220

Stardawg Guava

Baked Goods/Candies

2012 High Times Medical Cannabis Cup (Denver) 1st Place Best Sativa

Healthy Creations, Mountain High Suckers, The Kitchen, Mile Hi, BenJahMins, Dr. J's, Cheeba Chew, and Simply Pure

Grape God Bud

concentrates::

Raskal OG

Earwax & Nectar

One of the most visually appealing and potent OG kushes around with a distinct diesel fuel aroma.

Earwax is butane-extracted concentrate which is carefully purged and cured, capable of reaching potency levels nearing 90-percent pure THC. However, our Luca Brasi earwax has reached a potency level of 30-percent CBD. Nectar is Butane extracted concentrate made only from select buds

LA Confidential Winner of the 2008 Indica HT Cannabis Cup, this DNA Genetics strain has opened new doors in the world of MMJ

Platinum OG Purp x Master Kush x OG Kush - Strong kush aroma with sweet and smooth taste.

Fall '97 This indica-dominant strain is a sweet tasting cross between OG Kush and Purple Urkle

(Ft. Collins) Cough A true Colorado classic, this strain put our state on the national map for high-quality MMJ

Luca Brasi A true rarity with a 3/2 CBD to THC ratio, making it one of the most medicinally valuable strains available, this strain is exclusive to The Clinic

SAGE The potency of this strain is through the roof—it has set the highest total cannabinoid level record at CO’s largest testing facility

Sour Kush DNA's cross of two all time favorite strains—OG Kush and Sour Diesel

Super Lemon Haze Winner of the 2008 and 2009 Sativa HT Cannabis Cup

Trainwreck The Humboldt County classic with its distinct ammonia aroma and soaring high

The Clinic on Jewell 12018 West Jewell Avenue Lakewood, CO 80228 PH: 303.997.9171

2010 CO Caregiver’s Cup Triple Crown-winner and 2nd place 2011 Aspen Cannabis Crown, this is the hottest indica in town

2012 High Times Medical Cannabis Cup (Denver) 3rd Place Best Hybrid

PH: 303.333.3644

The Clinic on Wadsworth 3600 South Wadsworth Boulevard Lakewood, CO 80235 PH: 303.484.8858

Monday-Sunday 9am-7pm

Full Melt and Partial Melt Bubble Hash Ice- and water-extracted bubble hash carefully processed and selected for purity

GGB Caviar Grape God Bud rolled in GGB earwax hash, then dusted with GGB kief

Kief Dry-sieved hash made by tumbling buds and trim over screens of specific size and mesh

Strawberry Cough Nectar 2012 High Times Medical Cannabis Cup (Denver) 2nd Place Best Concentrate

awards:: Grape God Bud Spring 2010 Colorado Caregivers’ Cup Winner: Patients' Choice, Best Aroma, Most Photogenic 2011 Aspen Cannabis Crown, 2nd Place Overall

Pre '98 Bubba Kush High Times Medical Cannabis Cup: Highest CBD Strain

2012 High Times Medical Cannabis Cup 1st Place Best Sativa - Stardawg Guava 1st Place Patients Choice - Kosher Kush 2nd Place Best Concentrate - Strawberry Cough Nectar 3rd Place Best Hybrid - Raskal OG

2011 Aspen Cannabis Crown 2nd Place Overall

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"Here at Colorado Grow Corporation, we don't make the bud you smoke, we make the bud you smoke better... CGC is continuing to set the standard for the development of high quality concentrates. In the last few months, sales have tripled due to the enormous popularity of their Moonrock wax. But they are not only becoming known for their Moonrock. The innovative approach that CGC takes has also produced their Royal Caviar, which has been touted as the most potent, flavorful caviar you can buy. In addition they created Dynamite Sticks, which are full gram pre-rolls of the very same Royal Caviar for ease of medicating. Also after being told that many patients are sprinkling their Moonrock onto their favorite strain to sweeten the taste, CGC developed their Golden Nugget. Golden Nuggets take the extra step out for the patients by applying their amazing wax onto grade A strains and then pre-packaging it for them. “It’s all about listening to the patients and giving them what they want.” Keep an eye on CGC to see what other great concepts in medicine they come up with next. To find a center that carries these high quality products visit NexusMeds.com

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Infused Products :: Edibles

COLORADO GROW CORPORATION

www.NexusMeds.com

Englewood, CO 80151 PH: 303.495.2040

sample menu selections Strain Specific Moonrock Wax::

Royal Caviar

Our wax consistently tests at 80 percent active THC and up to 6 percent CBDs, making it some of the highest in the industry. Below we have listed just a few of our varieties.

The newest product available is processed with a special formula and exclusive THC Spray, also sealed with bubble hash (bubble hash tested as high as 70% active THC) providing a truly unique product.

Blue Dream Sativa

Dynamite Sticks

A favorite among our patients, Blue Dream provides a very euphoric buzz; more of an upper; great daytime medicine that stimulates productivity and creativity.

Chem 91 Sativa Very energetic buzz; well suited for daytime use and social activities.

This product is made for Kings and Queens. No Caviar equals this Royal treatment.

Continuing with the great product line, CGC offers Dynamite Sticks. They are one gram, pre-rolled cones of their Royal Caviar high quality flower. Dynamite Sticks are pre-rolls with a bang.

Flo Sativa-dominant hybrid 50/50 strong indica body buzz with mental acuity of sativas; great for insomnia, stress, anxiety, chronic pain, arthritis, migraines, and general muskoskeletal issues

Purple Urkle Sativa-dominant hybrid Definitely one of the best flowers for daytime use or right before going out to lunch; best used for stomach pain, anxiety, and as an appetite stimulant

Brazilian Amazonian Indica This strain provides instant pain relief; great medical bud for nighttime use or to wind down and relax for a couple of hours

Golden Goat Indica Great night time bud; good for stomach pain and insomnia

King Kush Indica Pain reliever, calms the brain, euphoria, raises appetite, creativity, head stone, relaxation and focusing, rapping, ideas, and great times

Infused Products:: Gold Nugget Colorado Grow Corporation brings caviar to the next level with the new Gold Nuggets. The Gold Nuggets are coated with a special formula and exclusive THC Spray, also sealed with MoonRock Wax providing the most potent caviar on the market. Its no wonder Gold Nuggets are at an all time HIGH.

testimonials:: Erin MMJ Patient "I have scoliosis and have been in a severe car accident. I have lived with pain for years and that is the reason I use medical marijuana. Even through the use of medical marijuana, I still feel pain until I started using the hash made by Colorado Grow Corporation. I can now function in my everyday activities without the pain."

Derrin MMJ Patient "I have been a marijuana smoker for 16 years. I suffer from high anxiety and stress. I have found when I use the hash made by Colorado Grow Corporation mixed with my buds I don't need to smoke as much to relieve my anxiety. What a smooth and long lasting effect it has."

Randy MMJ Patient "I am a surviving cancer patient who just finished my chemotherapy. One of the guys on my softball team mentioned I should try medical marijuana to help with my nausea. At that time I was willing to try anything. At first, it seemed to work, but quickly wore off and I was miserable again. Then I was introduced to the hash made by Colorado Grow Corporation and I was amazed by the effects. My nausea was quickly eliminated for a much longer time. Thanks CGC!"

Darnell MMJ Patient "I have been a smoker for many years and I am always looking for the best product on the market. I tried both CGC's Moon Rock and Jeffery which are sativa and indica hashes they make and was blown away. I have never experienced such a smooth, long-lasting high in my life!"

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CHRONORADO MEDICAL

Denver :: East

www.Chronorado.com

6625 Leetsdale Drive, Unit A Denver, CO 80224 PH: 303.951.5151 Monday-Sunday 10am-7pm

Chronorado is a medical marijuana center that prides itself on providing outstanding medicine and exceptional customer service. They want to give every patient the best possible experience, so from easy access parking, to a relaxing and comfortable waiting area, to a state-of-the-art, large open show room, Chronorado works hard to exceed your expectations. Their patients get personal attention from their knowledgeable in-house grow team and budtenders, ensuring they receive treatment tailored to their specific medicinal needs. Go meet their friendly staff and be amazed with the quality and selection of products offered, always at a reasonable price. They are open every day of the week for your convenience. Chronorado looks forward to seeing you soon!

sample menu selections staff favorites:: Jedi Indica This heavy-hitting indica dominant strain is at the top of the list for staff favorites here at Chronorado. The THC almost drips off the piney/lemon-dense bud.

Purple Diesel Sativa Combining Purple Kush and Sour Diesel gives this hybrid an invigorating body high, but still leaves the patient to be productive in daily activities. This strain is a favorite for daytime medicating by our patients. These dark green/purple flowers give off that classic diesel punch, but with a nice fruity kick.

Razz Indica One of the most visually stunning strains that we produce at Chronorado, this strain packs a skunky/fruit-filled aroma thats tastes great but still gives that indica effect.

Chocolope Sativa Crossing OG Chocolate Thai and Cannalope Haze is a combination that has this strain in high demand. This strain produces a thick dark chocoate taste that lives up to its name.

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Medicine Man Indica

Alaskan Ice Sativa

Dr J's Hash Infusion

A proven medical marvel, Medicine Man is ideal for patients in need of high THC.

This cross of the original White Widow x Pure Haze won't disappoint. This stain combines not only high THC levels but also just under 2% (CBD).

250mg Muffins—all flavors, Buzz Buttons, Magic Muffins—Lemon Poppyseed and Chocolate Chip, Kosmic Kookies

Chernobyl Hybrid

Chocolates

Trainwreck x Jack the Ripper x Trinity X crossed makes Chernobyl a mindnumbing onset, that also combines the medicinal effects you get from Jack the Ripper. A good choice for those needing relief from chronic pain.

250mg dark chocolate, white chocolate with cranberries, and milk chocolate with crispies

Super Lemon Haze Sativa A two-time Cannabis Cup winner that packs buttery, oily nice citrus floral tones before crushed and then sports an overwhelming lemon zest sort of aroma which mellows into lavender tones.

Booger Indica Strawberry Cough and Bubba Kush. Although it hasn't been around too long, it is soon becoming a favorite on our shelves. If you are looking for a strong long lasting effect with a fruity kick, this is the strain for you.

Skunberry Indica This heavily scented strain is Skunk #1 x DJ Shorts Blueberry, a visually appealing strain that has shades of dark green and purple throughout the trichrome covered flowers. If you are a fan of skunk #1, this will definitely pique your interest.

Blackberry Kush Indica This strain has the distinct potential to lay you back on your couch with no chance of rising for several hours. It will not only take away your pain, but also relax your mind.

Golden Goat Sativa One of the first strains we came to enjoy here at Chronorado. This strain packs a citrus burst and a cerebral rush, just ask Karl.

edibles:: Edi-Pure 75mg THC-250mg THC Sweet/Sours, oatmeal sandwhich, watermelon tarts, raspberry jellies. Many more products available at Chronorado.

Cheeba Chews Quad dose sativa, indica, and hybrid. New flavors: Grape, Caramel; Deca Dose—hybrid

Simply Pure Indica Coconut Almond Cup, Indica Sesame Brittle Bar, and Sativa Peanut Brittle Bar

North Shore Brownies, Rice Kreepers, and Fruity Kreepers

Benjamins Bank Rolls, Benilla Wafers, and Oh-We-Ohs

concentrates:: Marqaha Tincture—sativa and indica, drinks— 110mg fruit punch and orange creamsicle, 60mg lemonade, yerba mate, and mint green tea

Rest and Relaxation Full line of tinctures (175mg per bottle) and edibles

DIXIE ELIXIRS & EDIBLES

Infused Products :: Edibles

www.dixieelixirs.com

Coloradoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s premier MMJ infused product manufacturer, Dixie Elixirs & Edibles

6701 East Stapleton Drive North Denver, CO 80216

produces the highest quality MMJ-infused medicinal beverages, medicated edible treats, medicated

PH: 866.928.1623

topicals, tonics, and tinctures that elevate your MMJ experience to a new level. Dixie recently announced

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the groundbreaking launch of Dixie X, a revolutionary CBD-based line of wellness products derived from medicinal hemp. In 2012, Dixie Elixirs & Edibles Medicated Chocolate Truffles took home the 2nd place prize in the Edibles category at the 2nd Annual High Times magazine Medical Cannabis Cup.

sample menu selections dixie x hemp CBD product line:::

dixie elixirs & edibles infused products::

Dixie X Hemp CBD

Dixie Elixirs

Featuring revolutionary scientific advances, Dixie X utilizes CBD derived from medicinal hemp. With only trace amounts of THC, Dixie X products are completely non-psychoactive and are powerful pain relievers. CBD has been shown to reduce anxiety, inflammation, nausea, and spasms and can assist in inhibiting cancer cell growth. For more information on Dixie X products and the benefits of CBD join us at www.dixieelixirs.com.

Our medicated carbonated beverages are available in 10 delicious flavors: Sparkling Grapefruit, Sparkling Mandarin, Sparkling Peach, Sparkling Pomegranate, Sparkling Red Currant, Sparkling Blueberry, OldFashioned Sarsaparilla Mixed Berry Water, Sweet Tea, and Lemonade. A decidedly grown up taste for effective, smoke-free, and discrete medicine delivery, Dixie Elixirs are produced using naturally sweet cane sugar and Rocky Mountain spring water. Best enjoyed cold, Dixie Elixirs can be consumed alone or with other alternative medicine as directed by your caregiver. http://dixieelixirs.com/products/dixie-elixirs

Dixie X CBD Dew Drops A hemp CBD tincture featured in both 100mg and 500mg strengths. Taken orally, Dixie X Dew Drops provides fast effective relief. http://dixieelixirs.com/products/dixie-tinctures

Dixie X CBD Scrips Extraordinarily-concentrated hemp CBD Extract Capsules with a natural uptake agent, white willow, and turmeric. These scrips are all-new CBD capsules designed to provide fast effective relief. http://dixieelixirs.com/products/dixie-x

Dixie Botanicals CBD Pain Relief Salve Formulated to relieve aches and pains via topical application.

Dixie Chills Medicated ice cream is the latest in Dixie Elixirs & Ediblesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; alternative medicine offerings! This frozen confection, available in rich chocolate and creamy vanilla, contains 80mg of active cannabinoids per 3.5oz serving and is lactose-free, gluten-free, and vegan. http://dixieelixirs.com/products/dixie-chills

Dixie Edibles Dixie Edibles Medicated Chocolate Truffles took home the 2nd place prize in the Edibles category at the 2nd Annual High Times Magazine Medical Cannabis Cup. Our other THC-infused food products include Medicated Crispy Rice Treats, Medicated Dixie Rolls, Medicated Lozenges. and Dixie Dew Drops. Each product is carefully created in our state-of-the-art food production facility to ensure consistent taste and potency. http://dixieelixirs.com/products/dixie-edibles

Dixie Scrips Extraordinarily-concentrated* cannabis extract capsules with a natural uptake agent and potassium glucarate. Dixie Scrips from Dixie Elixirs and Edibles are all-new THC and herbal capsule supplements that complement your prescribed MMJ needs. http://dixieelixirs.com/products/dixie-scrips

Dixie Botanicals Developed by a leading clinical herbalist, Dixie Botanicals are an all-natural line of potent topicals designed to provide rapid pain relief for MMJ patients. Pain Relief Salve, a powerful cannabisinfused rub. Massage Oil, the light, non-greasy massage oil with added medicated infusion to work the deep knots and muscles stiffness. Therapeutic Bath Salts, a deeply relaxing bathing experience. Snake Oil, an oil free topical cannabis-infused spray. http://dixieelixirs.com/products/dixie-botanicals hempconmag.com

GRASSROOTS

Denver :: North Denver

www.grassrootsgrown.com

4379 Tejon Street Denver, CO 80211 PH: 303.420.MARY Open Daily 10am-7pm 20+ Strains Patient Points Loyalty Check-In Rewards Visa, Mastercard and Discover Accepted Free Notary Services Private Parking Lot ******************* Like us on Facebook for the latest specials and newest releases. Facebook.com/grassrootsgrown

Grassroots Grown is a comfortable medical center with a large selection of boutique strains, award-winning hash, and gourmet edibles. They are there to meet the needs of their patients, provide superior customer service, and offer only the highest quality, 100-percent organic medicine. They also believe in the philosophy that medicine should be free from pesticides, fungicides and all non-essential elements. Grassroots Grown is family-owned and -operated, employing a round-the-clock crew of botanists, gardeners, and support staff. Their head grower has 18 years experience running larger scale cultivation projects and was chosen out of 200+ candidates. Grassroots Grown creates an environment where patients feel relaxed, comfortable, and have a personal, one-on-one relationship with their attentive staff. Come in today and see the difference that is organic medicine!

Premium Organic Cannabis | Hand Trimmed | Hand Watered | Cured to Perfection

sample menu selections strains::

staff favorites::

edibles::

Dutch Dragon Hybrid

Blue Dream Sativa

Mountain High CBD Suckers

Banana Kush Indica

White Widow Sativa

Blue Kudu

New York City Diesel Hybrid

Big Wreck Sativa

Auntie Em's Gingersnaps

Fruity Pebbles OG Indica

Pre '98 Bubba Kush Indica

Edipure

Skywalker OG Indica

Maui Waui Sativa

Dabba Chocolate

Harlequin x Afghani Hybrid

707 Headband Indica

Dazys

White Triangle Kush Hybrid

concentrates::

Cheeba Chews

Purple Chiesel Hybrid Lemon Skunk Sativa Sour Tsunami Indica Bruce Banner #3 Hybrid

10+ strains of 2012 High Times Cannabis Cup winning Top Shelf Extracts waxes

Essential Extracts

Tangerine Haze Sativa

10+ strains of 2012 High Times Cannabis Cup winning Essential Extracts Solventless Hash

Deathstar Hybrid

Elevated Extracts

Dairy Queen Sativa

Top Shelf Extracts

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At Home Baked MarQuaha Dixie Elixir

topicals:: Apothecanna Pain Cream

GROUNDSWELL

Denver :: East

www.groundswelldenver.com

3121 East Colfax Avenue Denver, CO 80206 PH: 303.309.0078 Monday-Saturday 11am-7pm Sunday Noon-6pm

Inviting spaces, caring people, and exclusive products—the moment you walk into GroundSwell Cannabis Boutique & Gallery, you’ll know the difference. They

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pride themselves on providing a unique, friendly, and welcoming environment for dispensing the highest quality medicine. Their professional patient-centric staff are trained to cater to you and your particular needs. Become a member of GroundSwell and enjoy a range of benefits, from daily and weekly specials to massage and personal health training. The exclusive Re.fresh® Medicated Breath Spray is a discreet, highly effective smokeless alternative that provides relief from a wide range of ailments. GroundSwell Gallery, located in front of the dispensary, is a beautiful public space exhibiting work from the best local artists. The entire team is committed to representing emerging professional artists and promoting the growth of the Denver art community. Join them for show openings every Second Saturday on the Bluebird district along East Colfax Avenue.

sample menu selections top strains:: Love Potion 1.2 Sativa Santa Marta Colombian Gold X G13 Haze; 2004 Cannabis Cup winner

New York City Diesel Sativa Mexican/Colombian X Afghani; multiple Cannabis Cup winner; tested at 21% THC

Cherry Lime Indica Nepalese/Afghani Kush

Purps Indica

topicals:: Dixie Botanicals

Unknown Afghani lineage

Candy Girls

Tangerine Kush Indica

concentrates::

Nepalese Kush X Mystery Sativa

Tres Sister Indica

Strain-Specific Full Melt Hash Varieties

Stiesel Sativa

Tres Dawg X Sister Chem; tested at 20% THC

Hash Oil

White Widow X Sour Diesel; tested at 20.5% THC

edibles::

Strain-Specific Bud Caviar tested at 58% THC

Deadhead OG Hybrid 91 Chemdawg X San Fernando Valley OG; 2011 Cannabis Cup winner

Dynamite Hybrid Melon X Haze

Larry OG Kush Hybrid San Fernando Valley OG Kush X OG Kush (Larry cut); tested at 24% THC

OG Kush Hybrid San Fernando Valley cut

DJ Short's Flo Hybrid

Cheeba Chews Colorado Xtract Service Dixie Elixirs Edi-Pure Julie & Kate Baked Goods

Strain-Specific Wax

groundswell only:: Re.fresh Medicated Breath Spray Only from GroundSwell—available in day/night time formula; 250mg and 500mg, half-ounce bottles

Mountain High Suckers Simply Pure Sweet Earth Palliatives

Purple Thai X Afghani

Incredibles Chocolates

Recon Indica

Dr. J's Hash Infusion

LA Confidential x Cannadential

Candy Girls

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HIGHLANDS CANNABIS COMPANY

Denver :: Highlands

www.highlandscannabis.com

3355 West 38th Avenue Denver, CO 80212 PH: 303.455.2218 Monday-Sunday 10am-7pm

Highlands Cannabis Company is a small, quaint, and relaxed patient-oriented dispensary. Their location offers the ability to reach patients of all varieties but caters more to professionals who enjoy the privacy, professionalism, and education they provide their patients. Highlands Cannabis has at least 20 different strains on shelves at all times with their Colombian Gold (Sativa) being the housespecific strain. Highlands Cannabis members receive member pricing on all top-shelf strains and on edibles and smoking accessories. In addition, they always have select strains on sale for all patients. Their concentrates range from Ear Wax and Peanut Budder to Cold Water Powder Hash and Pressed Hash, as well as Hash Oil Syringes (70mg) and Caviar Pre-Rolls. Highlands Cannabis carries a wide assortment of edibles ranging from Dr. Js Edibles and Chocolates, Benjamins candies and Beef Jerky, Marqaha drinks, and tinctures to Gaias Garden and Cheba Chews. They also take pride in their choice of glassware and accessories.

sample menu selections strains::

concentrates::

Red Dragon Indica

Lemon Sweet Skunk Sativa

G-13 Indica

Sour Grape Hybrid

1/2g and 1g

Machu Pichu Indica

Cheese Quake Hybrid

Powder Hash

Plush Berry Indica

Tangerine Haze Hybrid

Blueberry Skunk Indica

Mango Hybrid

Black Magic Kush Indica

Sensi Star Hybrid

Ear Wax

AK-47 Sativa

Agent Orange Hybrid

Columbian Gold Sativa

Casey Jones Hybrid

Cavier Pre-Rolls

Blue Dream Sativa Bubble Berry Sativa

Flo Sativa

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Hash Oil Syringe Applicator

1g each pre-roll

Denver :: Lakewood

MIND, BODY, SPIRIT WELLNESS CENTER

www.mbswellnessclinic.com

6745 West Mississippi Avenue, Suite B Lakewood, CO 80226 PH: 303.934.9750 Monday-Friday 10am-7pm Saturday 11am-6pm Sunday 11am-4pm

A jewel in the heart of Lakewood, Mind, Body, Spirit Medical Wellness Center offers patients a courteous and compassionate experience. Conveniently located close to the Belmar Shopping Center, they are a full-service medical marijuana dispensary with the feel of a neighborhood shop. The staff is knowledgeable and will assist you in finding the medication that will best treat your symptoms. From flower to edible, cold beverage, or a nice hot coffee or tea, they have sampled the products they sell and only carry what has the best value for the quality of the medication.

Stop in and check out this shop. It has an excellent variety of medical marijuana, edibles, concentrates and more with a warm friendly atmosphere. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always something special for first time patients and many reasons to come back again and again.

sample menu selections top strains::

edibles::

concentrates::

Afghan Kush Indica

The Growing Kitchen

Canna Caps These come in 10mg, 20mg, or 30mg dosages; a great way to keep flexibility in your medication schedule and add more when you really need it

Sour Diesel Sativa

Perfect Peace Pain Pills, these capsules are a oncea-day dosage with a mix of herbs that make the most of the THC and CBDs you need to treat pain. Deep Rest Sleep Aidesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;another delicate balance of THC, CBDs, and herbs designed to help you get the rest you need.

Chocolate Cheesel Hybrid

Simply Pure

Blue Dream Sativa Matanuska TF Hybrid OG Kush Indica

Harlequin Hybrid/High CBD A hard to find strain! Excellent for pain management, this strain is low in THC but high in CBDs.

Sage N Sour This strain is extremely high in CBDs and is excellent for pain management.

Chocolates, Granola Bars, Apple Butter and Peanut Butter

Dixie Elixirs Medicated drinks and Chocolates

Canna Punch Chai High Tea Green Dragon Elixirs A perfect balance of THC, CBD and CBN

Mahatma Extreme Concentrates Earwax Hash made from whole buds

Red Dragon Co2 Hash Oil

Moon Rock Ear Wax

topicals:: Apothecanna Lotions and rubs

The Growing Kitchen Pain relief salve

Mary Jane's Medicinals Lotion, salve, massage oil and Heavenly Hash Bath

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MR. NICE GUYS

Denver :: South Denver

2000 South Dahlia Street Suite 205B Denver, CO 80222

Mr. Nice Guys is back! After some ups and downs over the last 10 years, they

PH: 303.233.6423

are back in business and here to stay. Their focus is on great customer service and quality

Monday-Friday 10am-6pm Saturday-Sunday 10am-4pm

medication. The whole staff truly listens to patients—they want them to receive the proper medication

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for their ailment. In order to accomplish this, Mr. Nice Guys offers a wide selection of different ways to medicate. They also offer hash oil that tested in the 80-percent range for active cannabinoids. The hash oil is extracted using a state-of-the-art, butane extraction machine that produces high-quality oil in very little time—an industry first. The oil is used in their earwax, caviar, and most of the Phat Daddy'z edible line. Keep in mind they also have a happy hour from 2-4:20pm. Over the next few months, Mr. Nice Guys will be doing some construction and adding two red wood walk-in humidors to house the medication (like the ones in cigar shops). This will keep the medication fresher for longer, and will ensure that you are getting the best quality medication possible.

sample menu selections top strains::

staff favorites::

phatdaddyz edibles::

Ice Sativa

Ice

Coo Coo Ca Chews

Pink Pez Indica

This sativa/indica mix will give you relief from pain and anxiety while giving you energy

These 150mg chocolate/cherry chews pack a punch!

Durban Poison

A delicious spin on a frosted cake, these pops will provide relief for patients who prefer to ingest their meds

Head Band Hybrid Grand Daddy Purple Indica Durban Poison Sativa New York Diesel Sativa

Banana Kush

Banana Kush Indica

Indica-dominant hybrid; eases pain almost instantly; gives a euphoric feeling

Hash Plant Indica

Hash Plant

Diesel Kryptonite Sativa

It’s in the name; this indica hybrid’s effects will be felt almost immediately; great for pain and insomnia

AK-47 Hybrid

Purple Kush

Alien Hybrid

A very strong indica; this purple-kissed bud not only tastes great, it also packs a punch!

Maui Wowie Sativa

Blue Balls These sweet-and-sour candies will delight you with 75mg of active THC

Tipsy Stix Strawberry powder at 100mg active cannabinoids; one full Tipsy Stix contains a solid dosage

concentrates:: Hash Oil Lab grade BHO-extracted; always above 600mg activated per gram

Sweet Tooth Sativa

Pressed Kief

Jack Herer Sativa

Silk screen-extracted, high-grade blond kief

Chem Dawg Hybrid Afghan Bubblegum Indica Blueberry Indica

A highly sought-after sativa, Durban Poison has a long-lasting effect with a non burn-out finish

Super Baked Pops

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Earwax Golden, high-grade extracted THC

Caviar As amazing as it sounds; our high-quality buds, dipped in extracted hash oil, sprinkled with pressed kief

NATIVE ROOTS

Denver

www.nativeroots303.com

Denver 910 16th Street Mall, Suite 805 Denver, CO 80202

Native Roots Apothecaryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mission is to work within the community to provide a safe and welcoming medical marijuana center where patients can consistently obtain quality medicine and receive valuable knowledge about local holistic health resources and remedies that meet their individual health needs. Native Roots is a grower-owned and -operated facility. They internalize all medicinal marijuana, Top Shelf Concentrates, kief, and edibles in a highly controlled and clean environment. The medicine they produce is of the highest quality, purest genetics, and is flushed

PH: 303.623.1900

Lakewood 1890 South Wadsworth Boulevard Lakewood, CO 80232 PH: 303.986.8800 Denver: Monday-Sunday 10am-7pm

harmful pesticides or un-natural additives in the growing process. Native Roots is more than a medical

Lakewood: Monday-Friday 9am-7pm Saturday-Sunday 10am-7pm

marijuana centerâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;they carry a wide variety of high-grade alternative healing products including topical

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and cured properly. The team at Native Roots only uses all-natural and organic nutrients and never uses

lotions, and they offer holistic health programs, as well as Thai yoga and massage from an in-house certified massage therapist. They also have a Board Certified Holistic Practitioner who is available by request to answer any questions and provide counseling.

sample menu selections strains::

edibles::

concentrates::

Tangerine Haze Sativa

Dixie Elixir

Top Shelf Extracts BHO Wax

Legends Ultimate Indica Indica

Medicated sodas, Script Hash lozenges, truffles, crispies

Top Shelf Extracts Shatter Hash

Golden Goat Sativa Chem Dawg Guava Hybrid Maui Wowie Sativa Purple Bubble Kush Indica

Dazy's PB cups, macaroons, chocolates, hard candies, and gummies

Top Shelf Extracts Bubble Hash Strain-Specific Kief

Twirling Hippie

topicals::

Cheesecake and chocolate

Apothecanna

Blue Dream Hybrid

Mile High

Lemon Sweet Skunk Sativa

Cheeba Chews, Kush Caps, ice cream, Honey Stick, and Wizzie Stick

Stimulating cream, calming cream, pain cream, and body butter

Blue Juice Hybrid Pure Kush Indica

Gaia's Garden

LifeSaver Hybrid

Baklava, PB Blaster, Harlequin Bar, Razzle Dazzle, and KarmaKandy

Great White Shark Hybrid

Twice Baked

Sour Diesel Sativa White Widow Hybrid

Dixie Salve Snake oil, massage oil, and bath salts

Agave and herbal tinctures

Mountain High Suckers CBD Suckers, CBD Lozenges

Dr. J's Hash Infusion Star Bars, Caramellows

CannaPunch OMG BlueRasberry, OMG Pineapple Mango, OMG CBD Punch

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NORTHERN LIGHTS NATURAL RX

Denver :: Edgewater

www.NLNaturalRx.com

2045 Sheridan Boulevard, Suite B Edgewater, CO 80214 PH: 303.274.6495 Open Daily 11am-7pm

Professional care and personal attention are in full bloom at Northern Lights Natural Rx. Husband-and-wife team Mitch and Eva Woolhiser use their healthcare and business acumen to provide patients a unique and comfortable experience. A true mom-and-pop dispensary with a knowledgeable and engaging staff, Northern Lights works intimately with patients to help them decide which strains and products suit their specific needs. The Woolhisers are passionate about the plant and their raw product is patiently soil-grown from hand-picked plants offering the best genetic profiles, then cured slowly to ensure that quality shines through. Along with a robust selection of strains, Northern Lights features 10 different lines of edible products that are tested in-house to ensure potency and effectiveness. A flexible exchange policy ensures that patients are fully satisfied, making it easy to see why Northern Lights is also a favorite with people in the industry. Their convenient Edgewater location makes Northern Lights a favorite citywide.

sample menu selections Purple Indica Indica 100

Ace of Spades Indica 70/30

Flavor: Tastes smooth, sweet, pungent, and spicy Effect: Happy, lazy body high, heavy feeling, with an unusually clear head and slightly delayed effect; this strain brings on a feeling of euphoria and relaxation Uses: Stress, insomnia, anxiety, pain, and loss of appetite

Flavor: Very smooth smoke, citrus, earthy flavor; this is organic, dirt-grown medicine and is very easy on the throat Effect: Promotes extreme relaxation while enhancing ones jovial mood; may induce couch lock Uses: Inflammation, anxiety, arthritis, chronic pain, glaucoma, insomnia, menstrual cramps, muscle tension, nausea, and stress

Flavor: Skunk, Berry, Sandelwood, Lemon Effect: strong and hard hitting with a fast onset of laughter ending in a strong body high. Uses: very powerful medicince for pain and depression.

Sour Diesel Sativa 90/10

Kaboom Sativa 80/20

Flavor: Strong diesel flavors, pungent, leaving an oily taste on the tongue Effects: Sour Diesel taste combined with its effects may be considered an "extreme sport" version of cannabis; the stone pulls smokers into the sky fast with a viscerally uplifting pleasure and lots of consciousness expansion in the direction of spirituality Uses: ADD, Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disease, psychosis, bi-polar disorder, depression, Lou Gehrigâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disease, multiple sclerosis, and stress

Flavor: It develops deliciously and displays a variety of scents and flavors including tart lemon, spicy hash, sweet berries, sour pineapples, and good ol' skunk Effects: Speedy, trippy, intense, motivating, pain relief Uses: The high that results from smoking Kaboom medicinal cannabis is intense and fast-paced, almost paranoid, but overall motivating; Kaboom marijuana also has enough indica in it to make it very effective pain relief

top strains:: Northern Lights Indica 100

Chernobyl Sativa 60/40 Flavor: With a lime slurpee or sherbert flavor, this bud is an extremely potent smoke--just a few bowls is an adventure to your brain waves Effects: This bud provides a calming and relaxing effect Uses: Strong and pleasant very good for pain relief without paranoia

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Hawaiian Banana Sativa 80/20 Flavor: Hawaiian sativa's citrus flavor and menthol tingle will go to your head Effects: Because the high leaves your brain wideawake and functional, she's a good candidate for those who can freely toke all day Uses: Hawaiian sativa possesses analgesic properties that have increased its popularity among medical patients seeking pain relief; anecdotal evidence suggests that Hawaiian sativa provides good visual ocular release, making it a preferred variety for glaucoma patients

Jack the Ripper Sativa 70/30 Flavor: Lemon Effect: the duration and intensity is strong and thought provoking, described as "trippy," "visual" and "phase shifting." Uses: known worldwide for its strong pain relief and analgesic properties.

concentrates:: Solvent-less Extracts Our full-melt solvent-less extracts, made only from the finest sweet leaf and bud are fantastic vaporized on a paddle or sprinkled in your favorite pipe. Available in strain specific varieties as well as blended Indica or Sativa. No harsh chemicals are used, only ice, water and elbow grease!

Denver :: South Denver

PREFERRED ORGANIC THERAPY & WELLNESS

Preferred Organic Therapy & Wellness is a medical marijuana center that

www.preferredorganictherapy.com

empowers quality-minded patients with a revolutionary approach for treating the

1569 South Colorado Boulevard Denver, CO 80222

mind and the body. Together, the staff ensures that their patients are the most well-informed in the

PH: 303.867.4768

state of Colorado. They do this by combining patient-driven strain testing that breaks down the distinct

Monday-Friday 10am-7pm Saturday 10am-5pm Sunday Noon-5pm

properties of each strain, as well as its unique effects, with visual educational aids and enhanced strain titles. Their second-to-none selection of additional treatment products are made even more valuable given that they are combined with the ability to browse detailed information at a leisurely pace. The

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knowledgeable, professional staff is always happy to assist you with any questions you might have. Come see why Preferred Organic Therapy & Wellness patients are raving about them.

sample menu selections staff favorites::

top strains::

Grape Ape (Indica)

Sweet Tooth (Indica Dominant)

You want purple, we have it! We confidently say that our Grape Ape is the best in town; come see why! Perfect combination of body and mind relief

This delicious, candy flavored strain aids tremendously in pain relief and nausea, and also promotes sleep

Grapefruit Diesel (Sativa) A house favorite! This fruity sativa reduces anxiety and stress and increases appetite

This strain won't disappoint and tastes like Bazooka gum! High THC content and extremely frosty

Grape Stomper (Indica)

White Widow (Hybrid)

As the name suggests, the Grape Stomper will stomp you! Strong, yet functional, with high CBD contentâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;test results are between 19- and 24-percent THC; perfect for patients that need help sleeping; also promotes body relaxation

Earthy smell with a hint of vanilla; fantastic for aches and pains; great for relaxation and sleeping

Maui Blue (Sativa) Dense bud structure and intense trichome coverage; mild euphoric feeling with a very social high

Lemon Skunk (Sativa Dominant) Our lemon skunk tastes and smells of fresh picked lemons! THC between 1822-percent; great medicinal values including relief from nausea and increased appetite

Bubblegum (Hybrid)

C-99 (Sativa) A mild earthy taste with a heavy kick, Cindy 99 is a euphoric strain with a clear-headed high, perfect for day or nighttime use

Kushberry (Indica) A delicious blend of OG Kush and Blueberry; strong body high which is perfect for pain relief

Haipa Haze (Sativa) This haze relieves the most intense anxiety, leaving you clear-headed, calm, and relaxed; Hawaiian origins; an appetite stimulant

DJANGO (Sativa)

Island Sweet Skunk (Sativa)

Django is a cross between Jack the Cleaner and Sweet Tooth; a dominant sativa, this strain provides a strong yet functional high allowing patients to complete any daily task; wonderful for patients with joint pain and/or arthritis

Sporting an incredibly strong scent and taste and extremely potent, Island Sweet Skunk's THC ranges between 18-24-percent; wonderful for pain relief

Bling (Hybrid) A cross between White Widow and Romulan, Bling is a house favorite among all patients; heavy and distinct, Bling is great for headaches and stomach pains

Blueberry (Indica) From Breeder DJ Shorts, this heavy indica tastes and smells like blueberries; wonderfully euphoric feeling with a heavy body high, it is a great treatment for nausea, pain, and a catalyst for relaxation

Sweet 'n' Sour Diesel (Hybrid) Another house favorite! Crossed between Sweet Tooth and Sour Diesel, this strain romotes energy, pain relief, and calmness

Razzle Dazzle (Sativa Hybrid) With a hint of raspberry notes and an immediate alert feeling, Razzle Dazzle leaves you feeling uplifted, clearminded, and calm

21 (Indica) A cross between Blueberry and Sweet Tooth, this hearty indica works well for patients who suffer from sleep disorders and body pain

edible selections:: Tastee Yummee's Cappuccino Crisp Healthy Creations Dixie Elixirs Mountain High Suckers Julie & Kate Baked Goods BlueKudu Standing Akimbo Canna Punch Keef Cola Nature's Garden CO2 Extracts

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ROCKBROOK INC.

Denver :: Central Denver

Rockbrook, Inc. was established in order to provide an alternative to the run-of-thewww.rockbrookinc.com

mill medical cannabis centers. While many centers revolve around retailing as much cannabis as fast

2865 South Colorado Boulevard Denver, CO 80222

as possible, forcing patients to make their purchases side-by-side with others, generating an atmosphere of

PH: 303.756.0595 Monday-Saturday 11am-7pm Sunday Closed

urgency and a lack of understanding of the patients actual needs. Rockbrook strives for a relaxed and confidential buying experience. Each patient is given a seat in our private room, where they are able to discuss their needs. At Rockbrook one will never be forced to reveal their condition or purchases with another. The Rockbrook experience is more akin to visiting your doctorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office than a retail establishment. Additionally, Rockbrook has some of the most potent and aesthetically pleasing strains in existence, some having tested as high as 32%. This means 1/3 of the plant is actively providing its curative properties instead of the 15% of the average plant. Our raw cannabis is flushed for a minimum of 2 weeks, which can sacrifice yield but insures the patient is provided with the cleanest cannabis possible. Our edibles and concentrates are vetted with the same high standards providing a product line that is of the highest in Colorado.

sample menu selections strains:: AK-48 Indica 65%

Sour Diesel x Willie Nelson Energy Stimulation, Ocular Pressure, Body Pain

strain specific concentrates::

Ice x Jack Horror Anxiety, Depression, Body Pain, Muscle Spasms

The Pink Indica 90%

Wax

Blue God Bud Indica

Rockbrook Skunk F1 x Hash Plant Insomnia, Anxiety, Muscle Spasms, Body Pain

Taffy

God Bud x Blueberry Insomnia, Anxiety, Body Pain, Muscle Spasms

XXX Hybrid 50/50

Buddha's Sister Indica 80%

White Widow x Blueberry x Hash Plant Insomnia, Anxiety, Body Pain

Reclining Buddha x Afghani x Hawaiian Insomnia, Anxiety, Body Pain, Muscle Spasms

edibles::

Durban Poison Sativa

Cheeba Chews Quad Dose

South African Landrace Sativa Depression, Energy Stimulation, Appetite

Julie & Kate Baked Goods

Golden Goat Sativa Hawaiian Sativa x Romulan x Sweet Island Skunk Stress, Depression, Mild Body Pain

Juicy Fruit Sativa Thai Sativa Energy Stimulation, Body Pain, Ocular Pressure

Lavender Kush Indica 80% Super Skunk x Big Skunk Korean x Afghani Hawaiian Insonmnia Anxiety, Body Pain, Ocular Pressure, Appetite

Tahoe OG Kush Sativa 60% Chemdog x Lemon Thai x Hindu Kush Energy Stimulation, Depression, Body Pain.

Sour Willie Sativa

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Simply Pure Mountain High Suckers Dr. J's Hash Infusion Edi-Pure

Oil Solvent-less Hash ETS extract

STANDING AKIMBO

Denver :: Highlands

Conveniently located in northwest Denver, Standing Akimbo brings patients more than just potent strains and high-grade hash. Standing Akimbo is also one of the state's premier producers of eminently delicious edibles like the award-winning PeCanna Bar and the

www.standingakimbo.org

hard-to-put-down Bubble Brownie. Located in an old bar on 38th Avenue, this dispensary uses an onsite

3801 North Jason Street Denver, CO 80211

kitchen to craft these grandma-caliber treats. The knowledgeable, friendly staff is always happy to guide

PH: 303.997.4526

patients toward the proper product for their medical needs and Standing Akimbo keeps ample varieties

Monday-Saturday 10am-7pm Sunday 11am-5pm

of indica, sativa, and blends on-hand so you're sure to find a cure for whatever ails you. The doors stay open until 7pm six nights a week and until 5pm on Sundays, making it easy to pop in after work, which is always a good idea, because you never know what they'll be cooking up next!

sample menu selections strains::

Fire Grapes

signature edibles::

Sour Diesel

Durban Poison

Bruce Banner #3

Agent Orange

2011 High Times Award winner

Maui-99

Sour Berry

Bubble Brownie

Banana Kush

Grape Ape

Sister

S.A.G.E.

Bling

Grape Stomper

Casey Jones

Grand Doggy Purps

A-Train

NL#5

Toob-Wreck

Purple Urkle

The Cough

Cantolope Haze

Akimbo's Snow Grape

Recon

Emperor Kush

Blue Apollo

Blue Jack City

Ortega

Pecanna Bar

2012 High Times Award winner

Chronic Crispies Buddy Mix Comfey Crackers Party Mix Rock n Rollz Pot Corn New* Pecanna Bites New* Brownie Bites

Alien Dawg White Dawg

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