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How Do You Celebrate 420? – Top 420 Events around the US

April 20th (4/20) is almost upon us. With over half of US states now having some form of legalized medical marijuana, and over half the population supporting marijuana reform, this years 420 events should be spectacular.

What are the must see events?

We all know that Denver Colorado is the place to be this 4/20. And the place to be in Denver? The 2015 Denver Cannabis Cup! The three day event will last from April 18th through the 20th. The 2015 Denver Cannabis Cup is hosted by High Times, and will include performances by Snoop Dog and more! The Marijuana Investor Summit follows from the 20th through 22nd at the Denver Crown Plaza Hotel. For more information about what is going on in and around Denver, check out thedenverear.com or follow them on Twitter @TheDenverEar.

Southern California Loves Weed! If you live in SoCal, and can’t get away to Denver, there are a few events going on there as well. My top 2 picks are the 420 all day rager at Saint Rocke, in Hermosa Beach, and the 420 Freedom Fest at 1726 N. Spring St., Los Angeles.

There is the Oaksterdam 420 Celebration. at 3pm over at the Oaksterdam University in Oakland, and the The 4/20 Bake Off at the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium for San Francisco stoners who can’t make it to Denver.

Bubba-Kush-5-5-14-1If you are in Oregon, you can head down to Salem and join in the Cannabis Awareness Walk at the state Capitol.

New Yorkers can celebrate with a Reefer Madness Reunion Concert on April 19th and 20th at Broadways 54 Below.

Southerners can rejoice at Atlantas Sweetwater 4/20 Fest (a 3 day music fest in the vein of Cochella).

Celebrate 420 responsibly

If you can’t make it to any of these 420 events, check your local area to find events near you. It is important the the marijuana legalization supports get out in numbers to show their support for marijuana law reform. Wherever you happen to be celebrating 420 this year, remember to do so responsibly. Recent polls show that 53% of Americans support legalizing Marijuana for recreational use. However, that means 47% are opposed. Let’s use this years 420 celebrations to show those people that marijuana smokers are not bad people.

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Smoke Cartel – The Best Online Headshop

 

 

We know glass.

It’s all we ever think about.

We’re Smoke Cartel, and we’re a close knit team of glass enthusiasts.

We’ve made it our mission to search out the best quality glass, and bring it straight to your doorstep – at the best possible prices. It’s a cornerstone of our business- that and our quality of service.

We’re obsessed with smoking equipment- how it’s made, who makes it, and who does it the best. As such, we offer a wide variety of carefully curated glassware, and we feel pretty confident that we can help you find the best smoking gear for your unique tastes. 

We know how hard it can be to find knowledgable resources on quality dab rigs such as proper techniques and information.  This is why we thoroughly train all of our employees in glassware, so you know you’re getting honest feedback.

Best of all, we’re based right here in the USA.

Everything ships for free right from our warehouse here

(In the lovely city of Savannah, GA).

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Ghost Vape Pen from Dr. Dabber – Vaporizer Review

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Of the many different brands of wax vaporizer pens on the market today, the Ghost Vape Pen from Dr. Dabber is a crowd favorite. The overall feedback for this product is very favorable, and it often is regarded as one of the best on-the-go vape pens around. The product is available from Dr. Dabber manufacturer as well as from many other stores that offer vaporizers. It has very distinguishing features that make it stand out from the rest, as well as trendy accessories that fit the modern lifestyle.

Oil concentrate and wax pen atomizers and vaporizers make use of wax and oil. They produce a smooth vapor with a rich flavor, and no taste of charring of any kind mainly due to the utilization of low heat. When the user wants to vaporize, the coil heat works slowly on the fibers, and the oil gradually increases in temperature. There is a very low risk of burning the material concentrates because of the temperature in the chamber. The atomizer/coil of the Ghost Vape Pen is made from high quality wick and grade 4 titanium. The end-result of the marriage of smart design and use of high-end materials is †††consistent and even draws.

vaporplants_vape_pen_wax_vaporizer_dr_dabber_ghost_concentrated_oils_waxxyWhy should you buy this particular vape pen? Aside from the fact that you will be using a unit that produces high-grade draws, you also get two atomizers with one kit. When cared for properly, each of the atomizers could last for as long as two months. More regular or haphazard use could reduce the atomizer’s lifecycle to one month. Nevertheless, having one extra atomizer is definitely a great bonus.

Some of the cool accessories that come with the Ghost Vape pen are worth mentioning. These are the Recycler pendant, the Percolator attachment, and the Glass Globe Atomizer attachment. All three are delicate glass pieces. The first two, the Recycler pendant and the Percolator attachment are glass water tools, which give users the opportunity to use a small amount of water. The third accessory that we shall describe here is not necessarily unique to the Ghost. Nevertheless, the material and design are both excellent, and so it is definitely a few notches better than the average glass globe attachment.

Are you convinced yet that this current favorite should be on your list of what to purchase next? Here are some of the pros and cons to help you come to a decision:

Pros

  • Tasty and smooth vapor produced by the low heating mechanism.
  • High-performance coil.
  • The battery lasts for a few days or roughly 200-300 draws before it needs recharging.

Cons

  • No improvement in performance and taste with the addition of the glass globe attachment.
  • Use of the glass water tools can dampen the flavor somewhat.
  • Battery recharging time is about two hours.

Now that you have been introduced to the Ghost Vape pen, are you curious about how flavorful and smooth the vapor produced by this amazing product from Dr. Dabber really is? Well, let’s just say it’s amazing, each and every vape.

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Swing State Voters Support Legalization of Marijuana

legalization-of-marijuanaA recent survey conducted by Quinnipiac University shows that the majority of voters in Florida, Ohio and Pennsylvania support legalization of recreational marijuana use, and a large majority support legalization of medical use of marijuana.

Florida Supports Legalization of Recreational use of Marijuana

The poll shows that voters in Florida support legalization of possession of small amounts of marijuana for recreational use by adults by a slight margin of 55% in support and 42% against. 84% of Florida voters support the legalization of medical use of Marijuana. Florida currently has very strict medical marijuana laws allowing only the use of low THC strains as prescribed by a physician. A bill proposing wider availability of medical marijuana for more patients is currently making it’s way through the legislature.

Ohio Voters Support Legalization of Marijuana

Voters in the notorious swing state of Ohio support the legalization of recreational use of marijuana by adults by a margin of 52% to 44%. Ohio voters also support legalization of medical marijuana by a wider margin of 84% to 15%

Pennsylvania Voters want Legalized Recreational Marijuana

Pennsylvania voters support the legalization of recreational marijuana use by adults by a margin of 51% supporting and 45% opposing. Medical use of marijuana has wider support in Pennsylvania also showing 88% supporting it and 10% opposing. Pennsylvania also has legislation making the rounds to regulate marijuana’s use and retail sale.

Wide Support for Marijuana Reform may Change the Political Landscape

With such wide support for marijuana reform in key states, politicians will likely take notice. Democrats have largely supported the medical marijuana movement, and can expect this to benefit their campaigns.

Republicans have traditionally gone against their parties platform of “less government interference in peoples lives” and not supported marijuana law reform. However, many republicans have seen the political advantages of supporting legalization efforts and have turned against the party norm.

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How to Shop for Dry Herb Vaporizer Pens

2014newdesignX6electroniccigarettesmokingfontbvaporizerbfontfontbpenbThe popularity of dry herb vapor pens is exploding. People all over the world are embracing the technology that lets people enjoy the benefits found in natural herbs without inhaling nasty smoke. Vape pens are a fairly new invention, and new models of vapor pens hit the market every day, so it can be hard to keep up with all the models and features available. We’ve compiled a handy list of the most important features and benefits you should look out for when shopping for a vapor pen.

Compatibility

When shopping for vapor pens, you should always look for models that can handle the type of herbs or liquids you enjoy. There are a lot of dry herb vaporizers on the market that do a superb job and produce great vapor, but they’re not as good at handling waxes and oils. On the other hand, many excellent handheld vaporizers are designed almost exclusively around their ability to handle e-juice for delivering nicotine vapor to former smokers. Some manufacturers try to produce vapor pens that can handle anything, but what you end up with is a unit that doesn’t do any one thing particularly well.

If you’re going to use your vape pen for the same dry herb or concentrate all the time, you should concentrate on models that are specially designed for great performance for the kind of vaping you prefer. All-in-one desktop vaporizers are available that can truly handle anything, but vaporizer pens have understandable limitations put on them by their size. Handheld vaporizers aren’t that expensive, and you might be happier if you purchased more than one, and use each for one type of vaping.

Build Quality

dry-herb-vaporizer-penThe quality of vapor pens varies widely. There a lot of very inexpensive models on the market, but the quality of the vapor they produce isn’t very high. Vapor pens are very small, so it’s easy to forget how much is going on inside them. Without high-quality components, inexpensive vape pens can take too long to heat up, or burn your concentrate. If you use your vape pen for dry herbs, it’s important for the pen to get the full amount of vapor out of what you put in it, or you’ll be throwing away money every time you use it. The whole purpose behind vape pens is to deliver the maximum taste and health benefits from the material being vaped, and if the pen delivers bad vapor you’ll immediately know it. Unlike smoking, vaping doesn’t have anything that masks the tastes of what you put in your pen.

Durability is a key issue with inexpensive vapor pens, too. A vapor pen shouldn’t be built like a disposable device. You won’t save any money if you buy the cheapest pen you can find over and over. When shopping for vapor pens, you should take into account the way any handheld device will be knocked around while you’re carrying it, not just when you’re using it.

Aesthetics

Using a handheld vaporizer is a pleasurable experience, and the unit itself should add to your satisfaction, not detract from it. Early models of vape pens tended to look a bit clumsy and utilitarian, but today’s models deliver better results in much sleeker and more eye-catching shapes. Another aspect of the design of your vape pen should be how it feels in your hand. The outside of the pen should have a finish that’s pleasant to touch and look at. It’s not only the look of the pen that’s important. The shape and texture determines how easy it is to hold vapor pens.

Look Out for Counterfeits

The Wild West aspect of the handheld vaporizer business leads to a lot of copycat knockoffs on the market. Many are sold with names that are similar to well-regarded models from reputable manufacturers. There are plenty of established dealers where you can buy vapor pens with confidence, so smart consumers stay away from unknown units from anonymous sellers.

 

 

 

 

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Weed Lasagna Recipe

Weed Lasagna Recipe

A lot of people have heard about, and made, marijuana recipes like pot brownies and cookies, but what if you want a full meal? If you would like to have some real food and have some pot at the same time, then consider making a meaty and delicious lasagna filled with that magical green her Marijuana.

What you need:

  • About two ounces of weed. Use less if you aren’t sure
  • 1 pound of ground beef
  • A cup of water
  • A can of spaghetti sauce
  • 9 lasagna noodles
  • Mozzarella Cheese
  • Parmesan Cheese
  • Ricotta Cheese
  • Salt and pepper for taste

Directions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees
  2. Ground the weed up beforehand. Make sure there are no lumps of weed because it will ruin the taste
  3. Cook ground beef and add salt for taste
  4. Add pepper if needed to improve the taste as well
  5. Add one can of spaghetti sauce and stir up the mixture
  6. Add one cup of water to the sauce mix to help thicken it up
  7. Stir it all up for about five to ten minutes until it’s nice and thick
  8. Pour ricotta cheese and mozzarella cheese in a bowl, and add an egg and then stir all that up
  9. Take some of the beef mixture and put it on the bottom of the oven dish, creating a small layer of mixture at the bottom. It makes the noodles not stick to the bottom of the dish.
  10. Once that’s done add three of the lasagna noodles to the dish, covering the ground beef mixture
  11. Add a bit of parmesan cheese to the noodles for flavour if you’d like
  12. After that add the first layer of the cheese sauce you made with the egg. Remember to only use about a third of the mixture because you’ll be making three layers of it.
  13. Now you can add the weed, using as much or as little as you’d like. How much of a flavour and effect the lasagna is going to have on you depends on how much weed you use. Don’t feel the need to use a full ounce (there are two layers of weed) if you don’t feel like you can handle it. Some people use more, some people use less.
  14. Add more meat sauce from the pan to cover everything. Use a good amount to make a proper layer this time.
  15. Add another layer of lasagne noodles
  16. Add another layer of parmesan cheese and ricotta/mozzarella cheese mix
  17. Add another layer of weed, again using as much or as little as you want.
  18. Add another layer of the meat sauce, use all that you have left as you’re coming up on the end.
  19. Add one last layer of noodles and press them down into the sauce
  20. Add one last layer of parmesan cheese
  21. Add one last layer of the cheese mix to cover everything
  22. Lastly add some extra shredded cheese on the top layer to give it that melted cheesy goodness
  23. Cook at 350 degrees for 45 minutes
  24. Serve up and enjoy

If you like our recipe, you’ll like the video even better. Here’s the link to Weed Lasagna Recipe Video on Youtube. Be sure to check out our weed firecracker recipe too!

The next time someone tells you that you can’t make anything nutritious out of weed, keep in mind that you can make practically anything out of it, and now you know how to make lasagna. Everything tastes better coated in melted cheese, even weed.

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Juicy Fruit Weed Review

I recently got my hands on bag of some fairly nice Juicy Fruit weed. This is truly a great strain of marijuana. A hybrid bred from the noble heritage of Afghan Kush (Indica), and Tai (Sativa).

juicy fruit weedThis is some Pretty Bud

The Juicy Fruit weed buds are a beautiful mixture of green hues with a touch of purples, plenty of orange hairs, and a sugary coating of crystals. The buds themselves are not super dense, but they are not fluffy either. They are firm, but easily broken apart. The Juicy Fruit marijuana strain has a pleasant tropical smell. Berries and a hint of pina colada fill out the strong aromas of the bud.

Having a Bowl of Juicy Fruit

Much like it looks, the Juicy Fruit weed has flavors that are sweet and fruity. This strain of marijuana is potent, and a few hits will get you elevated. The sativa influence gives you a creative and wandering mind, while the indica relaxes your body. There is a slight underlying body buzz from the sativa as well. The Juicy Fruit weed has a great euphoric quality that, for some, makes it great at helping fight depression or anxiety.

This bud will also give you the munchies. That can be good for some, but for me, it is a serious drawback. Speaking of drawbacks, this juicy fruit weed also creates a very dry mouth and eyes.

Juicy-Fruit-Weed-3Overall Opinion of Juicy Fruit Weed

This is really a great strain of marijuana. It has all the uplifting qualities of an sativa, mixed with the relaxation of an indica. I believe the juicy fruit marijuana strain will always be a top choice for me.

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5 Unexpected Diseases Medical Marijuana can Treat

cannabinoid-deficienciesWe all have heard about the medicinal value of Marijuana. Anyone who has ever been stoned can tell you medicinal marijuana treats insomnia, anxiety, depression and loss of appetite. many of us have read that marijuana inhibits tumor growth, and relieves seizures. But what else does it do? There is research currently underway that theorizes that many of the diseases that marijuana treats are not diseases at all, but symptoms of cannabinoid deficiencies. The theory is that, much like iron, zinc and potassium, our bodies need cannabinoids. Our bodies have cannabinoid receptors in them. Marijuana is one of the few sources of cannabinoids. In fact, marijuana contains 2 different types: Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and Cannabidiol (CBD). The only other place with large amounts of naturally occurring cannabinoids is human breast milk.

So what other conditions do THC and CBD treat? click through to find out!

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Reputable Cannabis Doctor In Santa Cruz and Monterey Joins the Medical Cannabis Network

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Santa Cruz, california (PRWEB) February 28, 2015

In recent years Medical Marijuana has continuously been embraced by an ever growing number of practicing physicians as a way for them to expand their patient base without any real experience, training or education regarding Cannabis as medicine. Since the FDA still lists Cannabis as a Schedule 1 drug, there have been very few resources available to licensed physicians that can help guide them when recommending a Cannabis related treatment to a patient. Dr. Deborah Malka in Santa Cruz, CA is a leader in the small, but growing number of Medical Professionals that are aware of this issue and working to rectify the problem.

Dr. Malka’s practice is called Cannabis Plus and is located in Santa Cruz and Monterey, CA. She, in addition to being a licensed MD, is also Board Certified in Integrative Holistic Medicine. Dr. Malka has spent years working with Medical Cannabis Patients. While many doctors are willing to recommend Medical Cannabis as a treatment, few offer the same level of knowledge and experience as Dr. Malka. Each patient that visits Cannabis Plus is thoroughly interviewed regarding their medical history as well as their daily lifestyle in order for Dr. Malka to consult in proper usage, dosage and knowledge of exactly how to treat their individual conditions. Patients are also encouraged to return to her for follow up consultations to make sure that they are getting the best results possible.

Dr. Malka’s approach to medicine has allowed her to develop a unique level of experience and understanding regarding Medical Cannabis. While it is valuable in treating her own patients for a vast range of issues from cancer to autism, she has also proved a strong desire to share her knowledge and experience with other medical professionals. She is an officer of the Society of Cannabis Clinicians and has helped to develop the first CME(Continuing Medical Education) curriculum available to provide medical professionals with a greater understanding of Cannabis as medicine as well as twelve credits toward their CME requirement.

In a growing area of medicine that is still more about politics than science, Dr. Deborah Malka is serving the Medical Cannabis movement with her passion, clarity, and expertise.

 

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The Importance of Cannabis Extract Medicine

marijuana vaporizerCannabis is one of the most medicinal plants in the world, and when prepared into extracts, its true power is released. The main problem with the medicinal cannabis movement at this point in time is its focus on smoking cannabis, or even vaporizing it. The bottom line is that’s not the right way to use cannabis as medicine, as effective as even that can be. Medicine is not intended to be absorbed in a low concentration through the lungs, it is supposed to go through the digestive system in a highly concentrated form. That is why cannabis extract medicine is the true way to use cannabis as medicine, and its effects greatly exceed what smoked cannabis could ever achieve.

There are two main reasons that cannabis extract medicine is better than smoked cannabis. First, extracts are much more concentrated than regular cannabis buds. It takes about a pound of raw cannabis to make two ounces of cannabis oil, meaning the oil is eight times more concentrated than the cannabis itself. For true healing to occur, the body must be saturated with cannabinoids, and at this concentration, such a saturation is achievable. The second reason the extract medicine is superior to smoked cannabis is its method of absorption. Instead of going through the lungs, it passes through the digestive system, which is designed to absorb nutrients rather than oxygen. This gives the body the full benefits of cannabis and can help the body truly heal from disease, rather than just alleviate the symptoms.

Frankly, it is amazing that smoking cannabis works so much better than many pharmaceuticals, which are always absorbed through the proper medium. By setting a plant on fire, inhaling the resulting smoke, and blowing it out, much more relief can be found than ingesting a pharmaceutical substance that decades of research was put into. The fact that smoking cannabis works better than pharmaceuticals is a testament to its place as humanity’s greatest medicine, but what really matters are the effects people have been having with extract medicine. There is an entire movement working to spread the truth that extracts are capable of curing/eliminating or completely controlling serious diseases like cancer, heart disease, arthritis, Crohn’s, chronic pain, IBS, hepatitis C, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s, mental disorders, and more. Cannabis works against so many conditions because it functions at a fundamental level, restoring balance to all body systems. Since all disease is an imbalance of some kind, cannabis is the best herb for restoring balance.

I personally know several people who have been cured of cancer and other diseases with cannabis extract medicine. I’ve seen it work in real life and know that it is the key for humanity’s future. Once this truth is brought forward, the world will experience a revolution like no other, which will bring people closer to equality than at any point in history. Whether one believes this or not, it doesn’t matter, because everyone will benefit!

You can learn more about cannabis extracts by purchasing the author’s book, Cannabis Concoctions. Otherwise, you can visit PhoenixTears.ca to learn more about cannabis extracts in general.

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