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features inside28 Bob MarleyThis Month in Weed History features the king of reggae who was born in the month of hearts, fl owers and chocolates. How apropos that such a internationally loved icon would represent the month of Valentine’s.

78 Growers Grove When is too much water, nutrients and fertilizer just too much for your precious cannabis plants. Read the advice that our resident grow specialist, Jade Kine gives to insure you grow the heartiest and healthiest plants.

88 John Popper @ the Sodo in Co. SpringsEn route to his upcoming Colorado show, The Blues Traveler talks to Kush about his new band, and, well, Kush.

102 Legalization in 2012Read the debate about ending marijuana prohibition and getting legalization on the Colorado ballot in 2012

114 Chef Herb As they say in French “Laissez les bons temps rouler” or “Let the good times role”, a Mardi Gras expression you can say when you entertain with our resident Chef Herb’s Mardi Gras recipes. Happy Fat Tuesday!

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10 | Health Report: Stop Smoking by Heather Gulino

14 | We Dig This: The Boulder Film Festival by Jay Evans

20 | Rob’s Corner by Robert J. Corry, Jr.

34 | The Telluride Bluegrass Festival by Bud Lee

40 | Strain Review: Royal Kush by Dillon Zachara

46 | Living Well: Meditation by Charlotte Cruz

50 | Q&A with Full Spectrum by Alex Brain

54 | Fertile Ground by Brian Vicente

60 | Hempful Hints: Dime Bag by Jay Evans

66 | Bird Watching by Jay Evans

72 | We Dig This: Spring Festivals by Jay Evans

82 | Sticky Wiki Icky by David Downs

84 | Best Delis by Julie Cole

86 | Night Skiing by Charlotte Cruz

96 | Hash Oil by JB Woods

98 | Colorado Live Music Preview by Dillon Zachara

106 | Bringing Down the House by Noelle Leavitt

110 | Let There Be Light by Tyler C. Davidson

118 | Dailybuds.com Dispensary Directory

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from the editors

any of you may be wondering why Kush Magazine has a “Valentine’s Day” themed cover when the date of the magazine is one day after Valentine’s Day. First of all, we believe that everyday should be filled with love and therefore in our hearts, the entire month of February is dedicated to Sharing the Love.

We at Kush are especially grateful to the support we get from the organizations depicted on the cover. Each one of these organizations is dedicated to the elimination of marijuana prohibition and is helping to fight the battle against the stigma associated with the misclassification of marijuana as a Schedule One drug. Irrespective of whether or not you support legalization or believe marijuana should maintain its medicinal classification, it is imperative that we as a group work to continue the right for a patient’s safe access to their medication and the protection of the caregivers and providers who are compassionate to the needs of their patients.

Many thanks to MPP (Marijuana Policy Project), NORML, Students for Sensible Drug Policy, Safer, Sensible Colorado, ASA (American’s for Safe Access), NCIA (National Cannabis Industry Association), LEAP (Law Enforcement Against Prohibition), The Drug Policy Alliance, American

Cannabis Association and UF4A (Unconventional Foundation 4 Autism). Each of your endeavors to educate and eradicate the prohibition against marijuana and taking the lead in legislation in each state to promote medical marijuana laws is whole heartedly appreciated. We know Kush would not be here without you.

After the crazy brrrr weather Colorado sustained earlier this month, we wanted to provide you with some fun activities available in and about Denver, Colorado Springs, Boulder and the majestic Rockies that reminds us of why we chose to live in this amazing state.

Be sure to check out the foreign film festival coming to the Boulder Theater (p. 14), great music coming this month and next to a venue near you (p. 98), an interview by Kush Magazine’s new assistant editor with John Popper from the Blues Travelers who will be performing at Sodo in Colorado Springs on March 10 (p 88), various Spring Festivals and events taking place around the state (p 72), or if you are into bird watching check out the article about our feathered friends on page 66.

Enjoy your month of love and remember to share it with someone.

Kush Editorial Board, www.dailybuds.com

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We have all heard the groans: Quitting smoking is harder than kicking heroin! Or that you have to quit 7 times for it to stick. Maybe neither is true, maybe both are true, but the biggest truth is, cigarette smoking is just about the toughest habit to break but the one with the most benefits. I am a smoker and I promise you that if I could go back to one day in my life and have a do-over, it would be the day I started smoking. Smoking is my best friend. It is there when I need a break, when I’m scared, when I’m nervous, when I’m happy, when I’m having drinks with friends; it even joins me for coffee in the morning. But here’s the harsh reality; half of the people who continue to smoke die of smoking-related illness.

Smoking harms nearly every organ in the body, and nearly half a million Americans die every year from smoking-related illness, yet is the leading preventable cause of death in the nation. If a food killed 500,000 people, we would call it a tragedy and certainly wouldn’t sell it in stores anymore, but smoking is a choice; one we choose regardless of all the irrefutable information available to us. Once it gets its grips on you, it’s very hard to break free. But not impossible. And this is the year I promised myself I would quit, so when I had to come up with my first Health Report topic for February, I knew exactly what it would be.

The immediate benefits of quitting are very obvious. Your clothes and hair smell better, you spend less money, your breath is better, your smile is whiter, your car smells and looks cleaner. The ben-efits over time, however, are where it gets interesting. According to the American Cancer Society, after 20 minutes of quitting, blood pressure normalizes. 12 hours after quitting, carbon monox-ide levels in the blood stabilize. After weeks and months, lung and heart functions improve and after a year, the risk of coronary heart disease is half that of a smoker’s.

So how much is mental and how much is physical? Any smoker will tell you it’s 50/50. Dealing with the physical gives you options of nicotine replacement in gum, patch, lozenge, spray and I’m sure other forms. Nicotine is a tough cookie and the cravings are real. A lot of people prefer to go cold turkey and just stop alto-gether so not to be dependent on another thing, but that’s entirely up to the person. Mentally, you just need to know that you can’t just have one - like an alcoholic can’t have one drink. There is smoking and there is non-smoking. Don’t kid yourself in to think-ing that you can only smoke when you drink or after a meal. In order to quit, you have to quit! It will be the best thing you ever do for your body. So do whatever it takes—patches, support groups, knitting, sunflower seeds, whatever you need to do to avoid the horrific diseases caused by smoking. Besides, nobody likes to kiss someone whose mouth tastes like an ashtray.

Think about it.

For more information, check out smokefree.gov and thetruth.com

HEALTH REPORT

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The BThe BThe BoooulderulderulderFilm FesFilm FesFilm Festttivivivaaalll

by Jay Evans

Have you ever wondered what the 1930s were like? Th e period of technology between silent and talkie fi lms? A period where culture and theater were highly revered, and attending a show was the entertainment for the week, month, or year, depending on one’s status? A place where one might feel obligated to dress up to fi t in? Well, Th e Boulder Th eater in downtown Boulder is a timepiece from this period, and it is once again hosting the Boulder International Film Festival from Feb. 17th through the 20th. With its art-deco façade and recently renovated twenty-fi ve feet tall frescoes adorning the interior walls, “Th e Boulder” as it’s commonly referred to as, has all the ornate styling of a period that once was. With a storied history of fi lm, theater, and musical acts covering the likes of Th e Plasmatics to Johnny Cash, this theater has run the gamut housing entertainment. With the highly touted BIFF coming back home to (the) Boulder, this month will be no exception. And it certainly doesn’t hurt that the theatre houses a full bar and serves drinks during the screenings. BIFF was started by the Beck (Beck) sisters, both fi lmmakers, who imagined Boulder as the perfect place to celebrate “the bold spirit of independent fi lm-making,” and this year’s lineup is a

doozy that plays testament to that original vision. Featuring great fi lms in all formats from today’s new, hip, and avant-garde fi lm-makers, there’s something for every brand of fi lm buff . Th ere are even a few fi lms from local fi lm-makers; “Bag It,” which attempts to look at the impact of our addiction to plastic bags in a new light, and “Mother,” a fi lm by Boulder activist Beth Osnes that tackles the issue of population growth and it’s impact on the environment.

Additionally, the festival also boasts two very special keynote speakers: Academy Award-winning fi lm director, producer, and screenwriter Oliver Stone will be honored with a “Master Of Cinema Award” on the closing night of the festival, and James Franco, the Golden-Globe and Oscar-nominated actor, and star of 2010’s critically acclaimed ‘127 Hours,’ will be receiving BIFF’s “Vanguard Award,” followed by an interview with BIFF Executive Producer of Special Events, Ron Bostwick. Tickets for Th e Boulder International Film Festival, as well as for these special events, are available at www.BoulderTh eater.com. And a full lineup and program is available at the Boulder International Film Festival offi cial site, www.BIFF1.com

We Dig This

by Jay Evans

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Q: Rob, I am a Medical Marijuana patient who grows and possesses, and I also have firearms for protection of my home and family and for sporting purposes. Is this safe? ~ M.B., DenveR

A: M.B., this CAN BE A COMPLiCAtED issuE, and there are risks on either side. The analysis of this question turns on the particular facts of your situation.

First and foremost, unless you are a previously-convicted felon, you have a constitutional right to keep and bear arms under both the United States and Colorado Constitutions. (In some instances even Colorado felons can possess arms if the purpose is defense of home, person, or property. People v. Ford, 568

P.2d 26 (Colorado Supreme Court 1977.)) The State protection of firearms is even stronger than the federal constitutional protection in the Second

Amendment. In Colorado, “[t]he right of no person to keep and bear arms in defense of his home, person or property, or in aid

of the civil power when thereto legally summoned, shall be called into question, …”. Colorado Constitution, Article

II § 13.

Second, the Colorado Constitution also preserves the constitutional right to the medical use of

marijuana. Article XVIII § 14(2)(d) includes the rights of “acquisition, possession, manufacture,

production, use, sale, distribution, dispensing, or transportation of marijuana …”. There

is nothing in either of these fundamental constitutional rights cancelling each other

out. They can certainly co-exist.

The authors of the constitutional rights to keep and bear arms

certainly contemplated that the purpose of these rights was to

allow self-sufficient citizens to protect themselves from both

criminals and from the government, sometimes

distinct concepts. Even the most

diligent and

attentive police officers cannot be present before or during the commission of a crime such as robbery or burglary. More often than not, with “real” crime (as opposed to fake drug crime), the police are typically there only after the fact to clean up the mess.

And if you are a Medical Marijuana patient, of course the police are not always there to provide you with protection, even after the fact. Past statements and actions reveal that many times, the government is openly hostile to patients, will not protect you, and will in fact arrest and prosecute you even if you did nothing wrong. This is compounded by the fact that you suffer from a documented debilitating medical condition, and are thus more physically vulnerable to criminals or police who prey on the sick or weak. Thus, the need to protect yourself is even more real.

However, there is a serious legal risk to possessing firearms if you are also engaged in the medical use of marijuana. Both federal and state laws provide for severe penalties and mandatory prison sentences for using a deadly weapon to effectuate a violation of drug laws. Although police and government agents themselves certainly value their own weapons and are rarely without them while on duty, they may apply different standards to you. They wish for a utopia where government agents have a monopoly on force, and where the people are pliant sheep. Totalitarian dictatorships have always sought to disarm the people. One of Adolph Hitler’s first actions as Chancellor of Nazi Germany was to eliminate private ownership of firearms. Then the people were powerless to resist. Our own President believes that Americans “cling” to their guns because they are “bitter.”

In America, there are presently more firearms than people. It would be another failed experiment in Prohibition for the government to attempt to take all of our weapons away. But the government likes Prohibition. Our own President has smoked marijuana himself, repeatedly, yet now seeks to lock people in prison for it.

So if you trust people more than the government, and decide that you’d “Rather Be Judged by Twelve, Than Carried by Six,” be cautious in the exercise of this right. Store the weapons safely and out of the reach of younger children. Teach older children to safely use and respect firearms. Obtain a concealed carry permit as an additional piece of protection from the government, even though such a permit is not required to use firearms to your home. If the government refuses to grant you a permit due to your status as a Medical Marijuana patient, please call me or another lawyer, because that would be illegal.

Robert J. Corry, Jr. is an Attorney licensed to practice in Colorado, California, and the District of Columbia. This column does not constitute formal legal advice, and should not

relied upon as such. Please submit comments or questions to www.RobCorry.com.

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It’s hard to find another iconic figure (from any genre) as universally loved, admired, and recognized as the King of Reggae - Bob Marley. Born Nesta Robert Marley February 6th, 1945, in the village if Nine Mile in Saint Ann Parish, Jamaica. His father was a white Jamaican of English descent, and his mother was an Afro-Jamaican. Although faced with questions about his racial identity, he once reflected:

“I don’t have prejudice against meself. My father was a white and my mother was black. Them call me half-caste or whatever. Me don’t dip on nobody’s side. Me don’t dip on the black man’s side nor the white man’s side. Me dip on God’s side, the one who create me and cause me to come from black and white.”

This higher level and perspective on his own existence may have been the impetus to his elevation to “icon”, or do I dare say…”God”-like status. To those who are religious, it might seem strange to elevate a mere mortal (in comparison) to GOD, or “a god.” To some it may even seem blasphemous, but to Native American Hopi and Havasupai tribes, Marley is considered to be the fulfillment of an ancient prophecy, while some in Nepal consider him to be an incarnation of the Hindu God Vishnu. Very few mortals reach such a collective status, and rarely from the world of music.

Bob Marley transcended music. He wasn’t merely a musician with great songs. His music spoke from the heart, and the world could definitely relate, all the while remaining colorless. His compilation album Legend (1984), released three years after his death, is the best-selling album, going ten times Platinum (Diamond) in the U.S., and selling 20 million copies worldwide. His lyrics, although specific to his life’s story, continue to speak to people of all races, genders and creeds. His pioneering of the Dub and Reggae music we know and love today are paramount, and arguably unmatched. His name, songs, and likeness are such a part of Reggae music, he has become synonymous with the genre as a whole. Besides his musical genius, his humanitarian work was so true and earnest. His intense and often life-threatening work bridging the gap between political parties has been heralded. I’m not sure what Bob thought his job here on earth was, but his music simply became a conduit for positive energy around the world. This by my definition is “God”-like. His energy lives on in some place, every second, of every minute, of every hour, of every day, somewhere on this planet. Does this quantify Omnipotence? Maybe not quite, but his positive vibrations continue to ripple through our airwaves, into our eardrums, and through the rhythms’ of our bodies.

If what we know as “GOD” is ever-present, and powerful - emotionally calming and empowering - and touching the lives of the masses (or anyone willing to listen), then I think Bob Marley qualifies.

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(a sub-genre of country music) mixed with traditional Scottish, African American, English, Welsh, and Irish music. Spawning in the mid 1940s, it was inspired by immigrants and other revolutionary genres like Jazz, with multiple players improvising around a certain melody, while others perform an accompaniment. It’s traditionally based on a small set of acoustic stringed instruments including mandolin, acoustic guitar, banjo, fi ddle, resonator guitar, and upright bass, with or without vocals. Considered to be the pioneer of Bluegrass, Bill Monroe once said: “Scottish bagpipes and ole-time fi ddlin’. It’s Methodist and Holiness and Baptist. It’s blues and jazz, and it has a high lonesome sound. It’s plain music that tells a good story. It’s played from my heart to your heart, and it will touch you. Bluegrass is music that matters.”

This founding father of Bluegrass said it best, and the bands that play the Telluride Bluegrass Festival keep his sentiment alive. Here is the 2011 lineup:

Like any other genre of music, Bluegrass has roots to the past, and branches to the future. With its acoustic nature and humble appeal, Bluegrass’ popularity continues to grow with each generation.

With accommodations ranging from campsites and cabins, to hotels and even private homes to rent, there’s a trip here for any style and budget. Bluegrass fans come from all over for this highly rated festival, so get your calendars out now, and book your trip - rough or pampered. For more details, mosey on down the line to www.BlueGrass.com

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Aft er a long day of ski/snowboarding, work, or whatever your day entails...the best remedy in the universe can be a nice relaxing kush to ease your pains and set the mind at ease. You walk in the door, take a hit, and turn on the jams. Th en, depending on your situation, you may sit in your steaming jacuzzi or just take a hot shower. Everything suddenly becomes alright; both physical and mental. You feel like royalty.Th at’s not the end though. Once the smooth indica hits your body, you’ll be craving a little sustenance. So aft er warming your soul a bit, you hit up whatever you hit up for culinary satisfaction. I’ve been quite fond of Mexican grub as of late, but that varies. Aft er indulging in a bit of gluttony, it’s time to head back to the castle and melt into your throne. You forget about the world outside of that moment, and just enjoy the present. Th is of course, is just one scenario... but a pretty good one fi t for any King or Queen.So, the kush that created that glorious little scenario above could and should only be the wonderful and potent Royal Kush. Th is strain is a cross of an indica Afghani and a potent Skunk #1. It’s very green,

STRAIN REVIEW BY MICHAEL DILLON

with a lot of orange hairs and a good amount of shiny trichomes woven into the buds and covering the surface. It’s very appetizing at fi rst glance. Soft but dense buds that smell quite sweet, herbal, and even citrusy. A very inviting bud smell. If it’s super fresh, RK can be really sticky, so consider yourself warned. An incredibly smooth fl avor hits your taste buds, with a hint of orange and maybe even some sort of berry. Th e buzz is pretty damn heavy, weighing you down like an anchor of happiness. It’s like a big heavy sweater that you only wear on really special, cold occasions. Royal Kush is a strong, hard wearing strain that will lighten your mood and ease you muscles. A strong mental high, with a physically comforting eff ect that can make your body feel quite pleasantly content. Sitting in warm and comfortable accommodations are highly recommended when smoking this. As royalty, that shouldn’t be a problem. And while it’s nice, and relatively easy to just turn off everything with this high, you can also be productive. I mean... I’m pleasantly medicated and writing these words at this moment. HA!

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In the botanical department for this strain, the leaves grow especially wide and long, which enables it to absorb maximum light. Royal Kush has a reasonably fast flowering time, finishing with a dazzling coat of white and orange hairs. Seeds are not too hard to find, and a quick search should turn some of this G13 up. While I would probably be willing to pay $55-$60 per eighth for this strain, it should be attainable at around $45/eighth. Royal Kush is a highly recommended strain of medical cannabis for both newbies and veteran users alike. It’ll ease your stress, pains, worry, and doubt...all the while allowing you to progress in whichever means you choose. A magical feeling and experience on what could otherwise be just an average evening. Royal Kush can do wonders for your state of mind and put you and the top of your world…as a King should be.

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Living Well:Meditation

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hen you think of meditation, maybe you imagine a peaceful monk sitting cross-legged

in a temple somewhere in Asia. Meditation is something everyone can benefi t from and you

don’t have to study for years to achieve the state of calm and nothingness to your path to Nirvana

to understand its value. Meditation requires mental discipline and the practice is all part of the journey. Th ere are dozens of types of meditation and several ways to practice, but the roads all lead to the same place - tranquility, clarity and focus. If you have ever noticed a professional athlete before a big game, you oft en fi nd them in a sort of laser-focused daze; even that is a form of meditation.

The benefits of meditation affect mind, body and soul. Mentally, meditation increases serotonin levels, which make us feel happy and balanced. It decreases anxiety and stress, allowing us to open our minds to positive things. Depression is often lessened and even the most stressful situations are more easily tolerated by those who practice meditation regularly. Physically, meditation has been known to decrease blood pressure, increase oxygen flow, relieve muscle tension and improve sleep and the immune system. Many people who meditate experience an “inner peace” and understanding of the world around them, as well as a heightened awareness of inner self.It’s pretty spectacular to think that all of those things could be achieved by sitting in silence or chanting rhythmically, but

it has been working since antiquity and believe it or not, it’s tougher than you might ever think.

Th ose new to meditation oft en do well focusing the mind on breathing or even an object, word or image. You can also focus on a state of being or feeling, like compassion or faith, which is a wonderful way to invite all of those things into your mind. As you become better at quieting your mind and emptying it of thoughts, the real search for Inner Self begins, and ask anyone who meditates…it’s a lifelong process.

Meditation keeps a lot of people balanced and feeling comfortable in their own skin everyday. If you have never tried it and think it could help you (it can!), here are some very useful tips: Meditate daily. A good place to start would be twice a day for at least 10 minutes each time. Sit in a place where you will not be disturbed. Focus on a pleasant memory before you start and allow your breathing to become regular and focused. Tell yourself that any thoughts, plans or suggestions you have for yourself can wait until aft er you are done (they can!). You’ll soon fi nd that thinking about nothing takes a lot of discipline, but if at fi rst you have a diffi cult time clearing your mind, give yourself a break. It’s called the “practice” of meditation for a reason.

Once you get in a fl ow, you’re sure to realize that meditation is a wonderful gift to give yourself every day. Th e world isn’t going anywhere, but wouldn’t it be nice to know you can escape it for a few minutes a day and come back with a more positive outlook, as well as a healthier body and mind?Be well!

by Charlotte Cruz

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QUESTION: WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO TRIM?

- CHAD BUTLER - DENVER, CO

Buckie: Heard a million things? This is a topic that growers may battle over a bit. To date, FSL has not run any tests to determine a specific time line, but through personal-experience I like to go with a 3-stage

process. First, it is best to quickly trim off the large fan leaves while the plant is hanging. In a low humidity climate like Colorado the second stage comes about 2 days into drying. Perform a quick all-over trim, crudely removing any remaining large to mid -sized leaves. This step should expose more of the buds for the duration of the drying and curing process. Once the buds are more dry than wet, begin the curing process. This is a critical point. If you begin curing too soon you may encounter a ruthless enemy - storage mold. Once the curing process comes to a close (the stems snap when bent) - trim to remove any remaining unwanted plant matter and release the inner beauty of the cannabis plant. This 3-stage process works well for smaller to mid-sized grows. High volume growers may resort to a different system.

In the spirit of providing healthy and potent cannabis, many growers overlook the most important rule - safety first. FSL has done extensive research and testing to understand what can cause a crop to go bad. How would you feel if your t-shirt was covered in mold and fungus invisible to the naked eye? What if I told you it also had e coli and salmonella? Would you still want to wear it after the addition of dangerous levels of bacterial and fungal growth? Would you want to put it INSIDE of your body? Absolutely not! If not forewarned, then let FSL be the first to warn - you can possibly find all of this on your cannabis crop or medicine from your care provider. As a grower, you can do much to prevent contamination. If you get your medicine from a care provider, make sure they read this article.

Wear gloves when handling your plants during grow and trim. The difference in bacteria and fungus levels from cannabis trimmed without gloved hands is astonishing! Gloves are only part of the solution. To approach a level of safety consistent with the U.S. government’s pharmacopeia guidelines, trimmers should also wear masks for the

same reason you wouldn’t want to have an operation by a doctor breathing into your body. If gloves and masks are not worn at all times during a trim, you are not producing pharmaceutical grade cannabis.

Next time you use a public restroom, pay attention to how many people walk out before washing their hands. Of the people who washed, how many washed properly? Yuck! Ever see someone sneeze directly

into their hands and then pick something up? What about someone with a cold breathing on you? I’m no

fortune teller, but I predict that the trimmers handling your medicinal cannabis are not holding their breath.

A FEW MORE TIPS: -Clean your tools every time you sit down to trim.

-Mold thrives in warm and moist conditions with minimal air flow. If you see powdery mildew you’ve got a

systemic contamination (inside the plant) and it’s a different story.

-Post a sign on your grow door in big and bold letters “NO ANIMALS EVER”. Follow the rules.

-Mind your clothing. Fluffy and soft materials (ex. sweatshirts) trap contaminates that can transfer to your crop.

-Watch the shoes! Did they carry you into that public restroom where no one washed hands? Did they walk through

anything that your recently banned pets may have left behind?

-”Finger Hash” from strange fingers is disgusting.

HERE IS SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT MONKEY SEE - MONKEY DO - MONKEY TOUCHING POO - IS A MONKEY SELLING TO YOU?

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Fertile Ground is a monthly column published in KUSH Magazine highlighting the hottest state and national issues surrounding marijuana reform. This column is brought to you by Brian Vicente, the Executive Director of the advocacy group Sensible Colorado, and a partner at Vicente Consulting LLC, a full-service medical marijuana law firm.

SMILE, YOU’RE ON CAMERAState law is requiring that every dispensary use cameras. (Th is is not a new practice for most dispensaries.) Despite some rumors, there is no “big brother” video bank of cameras watching your every move while you buy your medicine. But, your purchases will be recorded, retained for 40 days and available to the Department of Revenue Medical Marijuana Enforcement Division and other law enforcement agencies. In the event there is an investigation of the Center for

selling marijuana illegally or patients using fake cards, law enforcement might try to use this video footage. Finding a Center that is compliant and that follows the laws will reduce the chances that your purchases might be reviewed in an investigation. TIP: Avoid large, frequent purchases or purchasing from several Centers on the same day. Th is will lessen the chance that your registry card is fl agged for suspicious transactions. Use a professional, compliant Center to reduce the chance that your Center will be investigated.

COLORADO MMJ PATIENTS: WHAT TO EXPECT IN 2011Jill Lamoureux, Owner of Colorado Dispensary Services & DOR Advisory Workgroup Member

Th e Medical Marijuana Code passed in May of last year with a great deal of publicity —speculation that half of the operating dispensaries would go out of business, fear of auditors with guns, and uncertainties about the rules were all part of the dialogue. Everyone had their version of what was to come. And then . . . nothing . . . nothing visible to the public happened. However, the new rules being implemented on March 1, 2011 are diff erent. Th ese rules will be noticed and not easily ignored. Here are just some of the changes and what they mean for you.

YOUR ID, PLEASE.You go to your favorite Center every Tuesday. You know everyone that works there. Th ey know your health history, your favorite strain, and that hard candies help you get to sleep. Now, suddenly, you are being asked for your ID. Th e associates don’t want to ask you for your ID, but now, they have to. Th e new rules mandate, that your photo ID and red card will need to be checked at each visit no matter how long you have been going to a Center. Centers may only accept driver’s licenses, state ID cards, military ID cards and passports as forms of ID. TIP: Your library card, student ID or an ID card given to you by a doctor clinic won’t be acceptable by law, so make sure you have proper ID (listed above). Some rules mentioned above may change before they are even enacted. Stay on top of the issues and ask your Center about becoming involved with their advocacy work. CDPHE needs to hear from you how important safe access and choice is for patients!

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I’M IN A HURRY, IS ALL THIS REALLY NECESSARY?Centers must provide you with a list of all ingredients and chemical additives used in cultivation and production of your medicine. (Th is guideline has been in place since July of 2010.) No matter how many times you have received that list, it will be required that your associate give it to you each and every time you make a purchase. In addition, the new rules state that Centers must label each item you purchase with your registry number. TIP: Please be patient with the associate. These rules apply no matter how long it might take.

WHAT’S NEXT?We’ve already seen new draft s of “clean-up” legislation circulating at the Capitol. Some rules mentioned above may change before they are even enacted. Stay on top of the issues and ask your Center about becoming involved with their advocacy work. CDPHE needs to hear from you how important safe access and choice is for patients!

HONEST, I’M BROKE.Originally, the Medical Marijuana Code off ered a great deal of hope for indigent patients. Th e law states that if you are qualifi ed as indigent by the Department of Health, your registry fee is waived and your purchases of medical marijuana will be tax exempt. Unfortunately, the Board of Health watered down the standard. In order to qualify as indigent, the CDPHE requires proof of receipt from one of only two government assistance programs - Social Security Supplemental Income or Food Stamps. TIP: Th e Department of Health has not yet implemented this rule, but if you qualify, keep an eye on their website. (http://www.cdphe.state.co.us/hs/medicalmarijuana/index.html)

WHAT DO YOU MEAN I CAN’T CHANGE MY CENTER?One of the good pieces of the new laws is that it clarifi es patient’s ability to shop at any Center regardless of the patient’s primary center. However, regulators are concerned that if you switch Primary Centers, your previous Primary Center might end up with too many plants. So, they have craft ed a rule stating you may not switch Primary Centers for 120 days. Th is gives your original Primary Center time to harvest the plants that were planted under your name. TIP: Th is rule should not impact patients too terribly. You may miss out on member deals from your new Center during the waiting period, but a good Center that values your patronage will make exceptions.

WE DO NEED STINKING BADGES.Moving forward, Centers will be required to restrict access to all marijuana and infused products to licensed (badged) employees. Th is means if you’re used to being able to hand pick your edibles, you won’t be able to in the future. TIP: Be extra nice to your associate and they’ll fi nd you the biggest cookie.

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Yo, Buddy? Do you have a Dime bag? - No, not that kind of dime bag, a Dime Bag?!? - Yes, the $10 kind, but not that kind of dime bag, it’s another type of $10 Dime Bag…. Th is Dime Bag will hold your piece, and has special pockets for your dime bag. - Yes, it’s a Dime Bag that can hold a dime bag….Look man, this could go on forever…. Th ere is a new type of bag company… ok? Th ey are called Dime Bag - are you still with me? -Good, ok this company called Dime Bag makes pouches and purses to hold all your sick glass pieces, when you want to take a hike, or tailgate, or whenever you just feel the need to roll with your piece.

Th ese bags are made from Hemp and Hempster, (a Hemp/Polyester blend) which makes the normally course and loose hemp cloth more durable, and colorful. With three diff erent fabrics: 100% Hemp and Hempster for the hand-stitched exterior, and 100% organic Cotton for the interior, these bags are really cool. - Ya man, they’re Eco Friendly too… all while being super stylish and functional. Th ere is even a “lifestyle series” which includes all types of everyday bags, like Computer bags, Duffl e bags, Tote bags, and Backpacks. Th ese bags all have spill and smell proof pockets, (which is great for public sessions) and stash pockets for that dime bag of yours. - Ya, I think you do need a Dime Bag, and they start around $10...

Dude, put down your dime bag and go to your computer… Ok, now search for www.DimeBagsStorage.com. Ok, you see it? Good… Now get yourself a real Dime Bag.

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SINCE THE BEGINNING OF TIME, people have

marveled at the fl ight of birds. Their physicality, differences in species,

and their amazing beauty in fl ight, all have kept humans wondering…how?

What wonderment, and freedom are allotted to these particular species?

Wouldn’t it be great to fl y? Who hasn’t stopped to watch an eagle glide over

the trees? Or observed the contrast of a hummingbird’s blurring wings, while

it hovers in stillness, sucking the pollen from a fl ower? The seagulls at the

beach, swooping down into the water to catch lunch? Or pondered the use of

a pelicans pouch? Bird watching isn’t just for a few select nature buffs. Bird

watching is something most everyone does, even if he or she is not always

aware of it.

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THE EARLIEST HIEROGLYPHICS show representations of birds in fl ight. Human’s fascination with fl ight has graduated to the aviation fi eld, allowing humans to “fl y” to other hemispheres. The NASA program, and others have taken us beyond mere hemispheric travel, to the moon and planets beyond. It’s even more amaz-ing that human’s have tackled what were once only fantasies. With so much intrigue into fl ight, and the physics involved, it’s no wonder that there is such a mystique with the freedom birds hold; their ability to take fl ight and leave solid ground, in search of warmer climates, food, or places to mate. All of these natural instincts shared by birds, opens a multitude of local, topical, regional, and societal variables, as to why certain birds do different things. This is why we must all watch the birds. For those that are already enthusiasts, you may already know of these bird watching events, but in case you’re new to the hobby, here’s some info that will bring you closer to those in the know.

THE NINTH ANNUAL High Plains Snow Goose Festival is taking place at Lamar High School - 1900 S. 11th St. in Lamar, Co., Feb-ruary 24th-27th. This festival will feature a Hospitality/Registration Gath-ering, Nature Arts and Crafts Fair, a Silent Auction, Field Sketching and Nature Journal Seminars, Cowboy Poetry and Western Music, Sunrise Tours, Keynote Speaker Jeff Gordon, numerous tours, and many experts in the fi eld to pose your questions to. With over 100,000 Snow Geese passing through these parts this time of year, there will be no shortage of birds to observe. The beauty and serenity watching the Snow Geese in the early morning is pure tranquility. Cold brisk air…the humming silence of nature…just you and the birds. You can even take the kids

and get them involved. Find more details at www.HighPlainSnowGoose.com

AS FEBRUARY TURNS TO MARCH, the Sandhill Cranes (San Luis Valley’s oldest visitors) make their way to the Monte Vista National Wildlife Refuge to load up on fuel. For millions of years, the Sandhill Cranes have stopped in Colorado’s Valley of the Cranes, and this year is no ex-ception. The 28th Annual Monte Vista Crane Festival will be held from March 11th- 13th. With wildlife watchers coming from around the g l o b e , they will be witness to the 20,000 + cranes, waterfowl, numerous wintering bald eagles, and other raptors that inhabit the

area. The festival hosts wildlife experts as well as local naturalists and biologists who will give educational workshops at the Monte Vista Middle School. Special tours will include raptor identifi cation, sunset trips to view cranes, and visits to closed areas of the refuge. A craft fair, dinner with live entertain-ment, and a pancake breakfast keep visitors involved all weekend long. With Monte Vista’s population doubling during Crane Fest, the motels and B&B’s fi ll up weeks in advance, so book your trip ASAP. Find more details at www.CraneFest.com

FOR THOSE WHO ARE INTERESTED in birds, but can’t make these local events, you can still take part in bird watching as a hobby. The Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) is asking all observers to take part in a bird count from Feb. 18th - 21st. Anyone from the most novice bird watchers to the most experienced experts are being asked to simply observe birds for 15 minute periods, and report what they see. It’s free, fun, easy, and most importantly - it helps the birds. Participants can observe the birds and report as much information over the four-day period as they wish. This collective reporting offers scientists invaluable information for their research. Photos are also encouraged. Find out more information about this very important survey at www.BirdSource.org

HOPEFULLY THESE EVENTS WILL BRING YOU A NEW APPRECIATION OF OUR SKYWARD FRIENDS, AND THE NEXT TIME SOMEONE SAYS “…IT’S FOR THE BIRDS,” YOU MAY JUST WANT TO CLARIFY FURTHER.

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Here’s something for the ADD/ADHD generation…the annual Aspen Shortsfest! Recognized as one of the “50 leading film festivals” by IndieWIRE, this world premier international short film and video fes-tival showcases the trend-setting art of the “short.” Celebrating its 20th birthday, this entertaining event is held in beautiful Aspen, CO and offers short form films in every genre from comedies to dramas, animations to documentaries. The only requirement? They need to be 40 minutes or less. YouTube what!??

Aspen Film has a few events going on through the spring as well:

-On February 27, Aspen Film is hosting an Acad-emy Awards party : “Lights, Camera, Oscars,” at the Viceroy Snowmass Hotel, from 5:30-10:00 P.M. Get your friends together, each drop a nug in a jar, print out the Oscar Pool sheets from their site, fill ‘em out, and head on down. -And on March 11th, join Aspen Film for a very special benefit concert with Randy Newman. He knows all about “short people,” and now the “Meet the Parents” and “Toy Story” composer will bring his long list of hits to the Wheeler Opera House. For tickets, or any other information on these As-pen Film events, head over to www.AspenFilm.org

The Spring Massive FestivalBreckenridge • April 1st - 18th

Aspen FilmAspen, CO

So as we dig ourselves out of the snow and thaw out the mountain bikes and our psyches, it’s time to start filling up our iCal with all those spring events we’ve been patiently a’waiting.

Here’s a few to get you started:

This annual event includes Ski and Superpipe competitions and races, nightlife, exhibitions, activi-ties for the kids including the annual Easter Party, activities for the adults, such as the Massive Breck-enridge Beer Festival, and, of course, concerts! This year’s headliner? The Bravery! And let’s not forget…there’re always the famous Breckenridge slopes. For further information on all the festival’s happenings, visit www.SpringMassive.com. So grab your skis and snowboards and get up there…

Aspen ShortsfestAspen • April 5th-10th

We Dig This

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Grab your vaporizers and zags and celebrate the milestones we’ve made in the medical marijuana community. Join over 10,000 heads at this annual celebration, one of the largest events of its kind in the country. Goodness…if there was ever an event to photobomb, this has got to be it (and if you your-self get photobombed…don’t forget to send us the pictures!!) Don’t be late…we’ll let you figure out the date…

Ok…New Orleans never saw it like this! Kick off “Fat Tuesday” by getting high…1,741 feet high! Race the sunrise in this wild, costumed uphill race up the face of Snowmass. After that head over to the King Cake giveaways, crawdad boils, live music, and, what proper Mardi Gras celebration would be complete without the parade!! Ah yes, the parade! Bring the buds and bring the beads! We’ll see you on the mountain! www.StayAspenSnowmass.com

420 FestivalUniversity of Colorado, Boulder

Snowmass Mardi Gras Parade & CelebrationSnowmass Village, CO • March 8th

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drain-to-waste vs. Recirculating SystemsDrain-to-Waste gardens are pretty self explanatory – the plants

are watered and the resulting runoff of irrigation water or nutrient solution is allowed to “drain to waste”. Growers that prefer this garden style like the idea that their plants receive fresh nutrient solution on every watering. Recirculating gardens use a central reservoir to irrigate their crop and the runoff water runs back into the same reservoir for use again later. Growers that prefer recirculating systems like the effi ciency and cost savings of reusing their nutrient solution. In recirculating systems, the reservoir must be checked daily for pH and EC (nutrient concentration). In drain-to-waste systems, growers can monitor the pH and EC of the garden’s runoff water to better determine how much to fertilize. But before we look at the runoff water, we need to fi rst look at how certain grow mediums accumulate nutrients. Th e most important factor regarding nutrient build-up is CEC – it’s also one of the least referenced terms in Cannabis horticulture.

wTF is CeC?Cation Exchange Capacity, or CEC, is a crucial factor to

consider when fertilizing your garden. Simply put, Cation Exchange Capacity is a fancy way of saying “nutrient holding ability”. Diff erent growing mediums have diff erent CEC values giving them diff erent abilities to “hold” nutrients. Mediums such as coco, peat moss, or soils have high CEC. Th at means that when nutrients are applied to them, the medium can hold onto a certain amount of those nutrients. Mediums with high CEC can help buff er plants from heavy doses of fertilizers. Th is is one of the primary reasons that soil or soilless mediums are recommended for less experienced growers – they are typically more forgiving when it comes to fertilizer application. Th e downside to CEC is that nutrients can accumulate over time in soil or soilless mediums

if nutrient solution is used on every watering. Many times over the year, growers in drain to waste gardens have come to me and described garden symptoms that sound like overfeeding. When I mention the possibility of overfeeding, many of them will say that it can’t be overfeeding because they are only applying light doses of fertilizers. But if they are applying the same light dose over and over again without occasionally giving plain water to their plants, the nutrients will eventually accumulate to toxic levels. (Mediums like rockwool, perlite, vermiculite and other inert materials have very low CEC if any. Th e plants are forced to drink the nutrient solution “as-is” without any buff er from the medium. Th is gives hydroponic growers more control, but also is more sensitive to swings in pH or EC). Th e easiest way for growers to avoid nutrient accumulation in mediums with a high CEC is to monitor the nutrient concentration in the garden’s runoff water.

Monitoring Runoff in drain to waste Systems

Each time a medium with high CEC is watered, it accumulates a small amount of nutrients. For instance, let’s suppose that a grower is feeding 1000 ppm to their garden every 3 days. If you check the ppm level of the runoff each time, you’ll notice that the ppm value will go up each time – maybe 1050 on the second watering, then 1150 on the next, over 1200 on the next. When the runoff nutrient level is 20% higher than the desired set point, growers can give the garden a watering of plain water. Alternatively, they can just reduce the amount of their base nutrient – such as feeding with a half strength solution – in order to compensate for accumulation while still maintaining a very consistent fertilizing level. If a grower is keeping close tabs on the EC level of the garden’s runoff , they can see accumulation before it actually becomes overfeeding.

Plant Food for Thought Part 2

The Fertil izer Factors of Fine Cannabis by JADE KINE

Happy New Year from the Grower’s Grove! My New Year’s resolution is to help as many growers as possible grow the fi nest Cannabis a garden can produce, so let’s get right to it to kick off 2011. As I mentioned in Part 1 of this article, less is more when it comes to fertilizer. Many of the nutri-ent standards being passed around on the internet today are much too high and are the result of nutrient manufacturers pushing growers to use more and more products on their gardens. Growers also need to be cautious following any fertilizer recommendations that are given in parts per mil-lion, or ppm, because the manufacturers of diff erent meters use diff erent math to determine the ppm numbers that they

reference. Many growers over feed their crops and because Cannabis is such an adaptive plant, it can oft en cope with signifi cant overfeeding before showing outward signs of toxicity. Th is can lead to Cannabis product that looks nice, but burns harsh and heavy. Cannabis wants to grow big and strong and if given ample but not excessive nutrients, it will do just that. Th e question then becomes – how do I fi nd that “ample but not excessive” fertilizer level for my garden? Well, many factors can be involved in fi nding just the right nutrient concentration for your crop. When growers under-stand these factors and their eff ect on the garden, they can make the best decisions when it comes to fertilizer.

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Monitoring a Recirculating SystemIn a recirculating system, nutrient levels in the root zone should

match the value in the reservoir and therefore shouldn’t require checking the runoff. However, as the water level of the nutrient solution goes down, the EC value rises. Topping off with plain water or mild nutrient solution easily dilutes the solution to it’s original set point. The factor that needs the most attention in a recirculating system is pH.

little p, Big HThe “p” in pH is often defined differently – “potential” to some,

“percentage of ” to others or sometimes “power of ” depending on the reference. The H always stands for hydrogen. In practical terms, pH is the 1 – 14 scale that measures acid vs. alkaline. 7 is neutral. Cannabis prefers slightly acidic soil for optimum nutrient availability. I usually recommend aiming for a pH of roughly 6.0. Hydroponic growers using rockwool may want a slightly more acidic solution (5.7 – 5.9) to counteract the alkalinity of the rockwool. Soil growers can have excellent results anywhere between 6 and 6.5. The most important thing is simply to check your pH often. Many nutrient manufacturers are using larger amounts of pH buffers in their formulations in an attempt to sell growers on the idea that they won’t have to check their pH at all. While the addition of extra buffers does help control pH to some degree, it is not a substitute for checking the pH regularly.

Many factors can affect pH and growers who do not keep an eye on it are often surprised at how a previously stable nutrient solution can drift to an inappropriate pH value. Just as I mentioned with fertilizer concentration, growers should also test the pH of their garden’s runoff water to make sure it is within the parameter. If the pH is too low or too high, growers can water with a more acidic or basic solution to compensate. pH meters are an easy way to keep an eye on pH, but growers need to calibrate them often in order to ensure their accuracy. Personally, I still use pH reagent drops to measure pH. A few drops in a sample of solution will turn the water a certain color and the color chart on the bottle displays the corresponding pH value. They’re extremely cheap (8-10 bucks at any hydro store), easy to use, never need to be calibrated and do not rely on any mechanical parts that can fail. Some say that the interpretation of color can be subjective and lead to variations of a few tenths of a point, but small variances won’t matter. The only time I wouldn’t recommend the reagent tester is if the grower had any degree of colorblindness (obviously). Then you’d definitely want a digital meter.

Growers simply need to stay within the basic range of nutrient availability. The attached pH chart shows the basic concept of nutrient availability according to pH. Somewhere around 6.o, all the nutrients have a wide band of availability. At significantly higher or lower pH values, certain nutrients become less available. Now that we can see the basic idea, I feel it’s important to note that growers shouldn’t take these charts as perfect gospel. This particular pH chart is the most commonly represented pH chart in horticultural literature. It is also one of the oldest and was based on an outdoor soil (I’ve never found a reference to which kind of soil). In recent years, other pH charts have come out and show a similar, but slightly different relationship between nutrients and pH. One in particular is for “hydroponics” but none of the sources

ever indicate what type of hydroponic system or what medium was used to develop the chart. Honestly, I think that every medium – soil, rockwool, clay pebbles, etc. - would have their own pH chart. Based on many years of practical experience, I’d say they would all be slightly different yet similar enough to show that somewhere near 6 is a wide availability of all essential nutrients. Don’t get too lost in the charts, just keep your pH somewhere near 6 (within a few tenths) and check that it is within parameter as regularly as you can. If the pH swings out of line for any reason, the garden will start to suffer and show nutrient imbalances.

Outdoor FertilizationWhen it comes to outdoor fertilizers, organic products yield

the best results for many reasons. Synthetic fertilizers for outdoor growing frequently use large amounts of urea and/or ammonia. These are forms of nitrogen that don’t break down quickly and can injure populations of beneficial soil microbes. Because of their extremely slow release, they can frequently stay in the soil too late in flowering. Too much nitrogen too late in flowering can have many ill effects for your garden. Even small amounts of ammonia based nitrogen late in flowering can lead to a poor, grassy tasting product. Larger amounts can cause malformed flowers or lack of flower set on the plants. Faster release organic fertilizers such as high-nitrogen bat guano has a relatively high amount of nitrate nitrogen and breaks down quickly in the environment. It also aids in the growth of soil microbes, which in turn help to break it down faster.

The Importance of Beneficial MicrobesSpeaking of microbes, the role of beneficial microorganisms is

crucial for the health of Cannabis crops in many ways but especially with nutrient absorption. Mycorrhizae fungi, for example, help plants absorb nutrients more effectively by colonizing on the roots, thereby expanding their root mass. The fungi break down nutrients, especially phosphorous, and deliver them to the plant roots. Some species of mycorrhizae even grow into the plant roots like IV’s and deliver the nutrients directly into the plant’s vascular system. Many nutrient companies make products that blend

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various soil microbes together into all-in-one inoculants. Products like Subculture, ZHO and Great White are readily available in most hydroponic stores. Recently, I’ve heard very positive reports from several growers regarding a new mycorrhizae product called White Widow from Humboldt Nutrients.

In addition to these inoculants, I like to use compost starter bacteria when amending outdoor soils or using organic fertilizers. These beneficial bacteria break down nutrients into their most soluble forms and are typically much cheaper than other inoculants. An old favorite of mine is a product called Compostar available from Peaceful Valley Farm Supply. Their website is www.groworganic.com. They’re actually one of my favorite suppliers and carry a ton of organic fertilizers, pest controls, inoculants and composting/compost tea products at much cheaper prices than many hydro stores. Their shipping is fast and cheap and their catalog is a must for organic and outdoor growers. It even includes a chart that lists the relative availability of different organic fertilizers so growers know which ones have a faster or slower release.

Rinsing Agents: Friend or Foe? The use of rinsing agents on Cannabis crops has increased

dramatically in recent years but few growers understand what the products are or how they work. Many nutrient companies recommend using these products in the final week of flowering to help rinse accumulated nutrients out of the medium. In most cases,

however, these products are unnecessary and can lead to a harsh finished product on their own. As I talked about in part 1 of this

article last month, less is more when it comes to fertilizer. Growers shouldn’t really need applications of rinsing agents if the fertilizer

level is kept at ample but not excessive levels through the flowering period.

Rinsing agents are simply fertilizer chelators that haven’t been bonded to fertilizers. Chelators are chemical agents that are

frequently added to fertilizer reagents in order to make them more mobile in solution and more available

to plants. For instance, it is common to see a series of letters following the minerals in a conventional fertilizer. For

example, Iron EDTA is Iron bonded to the chelator EDTA. In the case of rinsing agents, the products simply use chelators like EDTA but don’t bond them to any fertilizers. So when the chelators are applied to mediums that have an accumulation

of fertilizer, they act kind of like a solvent – to loosen up fertilizers and make them more soluble again. In theory, this can help growers rinse more effectively. However, many growers simply add the rinsing agent to their reservoir in the final week without doing any water rinses afterward. This can cause the chelators to re-mobilize the accumulated nutrients and allow the plant to drink them at a time when growers want to get built up nutrients out of the root zone, not into the plants. Often, this situation can lead to a product that is as harsh as non-rinsed crops. If a grower is determined to use rinsing agents, it is best to add them to your reservoir at the beginning of the rinsing period, cycle the system for half an hour or so and then dump that solution. Refill the reservoir with plain water and resume your regular watering schedule. I would even turn off the lights in my garden during the chelator rinse to prevent the plants from drinking the chelated solution. The bottom line is that you want your plants to drink plain water in that final week, not old fertilizer build-up and unbonded chelators. As far as I’m concerned, water is still the best rinsing agent and should easily reduce fertilizer in the root zone with a few good flushes. Rinsing agents are really just one more overpriced and unnecessary product that nutrient companies have invented to sell more product. Despite the widespread notion that these are essential products, they’re probably far more expensive than simply cycling a few reservoirs of plain water through the plants until the runoff solution is as low as you can get it. Aim for having just a few hundred ppm of fertilizer in your medium or reservoir and your Cannabis should be well rinsed enough to burn cleanly. And again, (I know I’ve said this already) just don’t overfeed in the first place. The idea that you should feed, feed, feed, more, more, more and then a magic bottle will reverse all of that in the final week is simply not true. When it comes to rinsing agents, growers will save money and improve their crop quality with just some good old fashioned water.

Healthy Standards and Starting PointsUnrooted clones should be given a light nutrient solution of 0.2 –

0.3 EC (a few hundred parts per million roughly). Rooted clones in an early vegetative state can take a little more (0.5 – 0.7) and can be built up to 1.0 – 1.2 as they become more established. In flowering, plants can start around 1.2 – 1.5 and peak around 2.0 (1000 ppm or 14oo ppm depending on what meter you’re using). Sativas like drinking lots of water with a relatively dilute concentration of nutrients. Indicas can tolerate higher concentrations, some of them up to 2.5, although not all of them prefer concentrations that high. Remember, tolerance is not preference. Just because they can take it doesn’t mean they like it or are growing better because of it. Organic nutrients frequently don’t read as accurately on EC meters so lower amounts should be used until the grower is familiar with the nutrients and the plant’s reaction to them. I know these are relatively loose guidelines, but how much to feed a garden depends on many factors including genetics, environment, medium, nutrient type and more. Growers in the increasingly competitive market of medical Cannabis production should be more concerned of overfed crops that won’t pass a dispensary’s quality controls than of lack of yield from underfeeding (which almost never happens). Start light, increase cautiously, monitor your EC and pH regularly and remember that less is often more.

(Growers Grove writer Jade Kine is a former greenhouse manager for the medical Cannabis industry with over a million plants worth of experience. He is also the founder of CannAcademy, a trade school dedicated to horticultural training for growers. Got a grow question for Jade? Drop him a line at [email protected] Complete bio at JadeKine.com)

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A simple, anonymous way to report the price of cannabis is rocking the Inter-net this harvest season. PriceofWeed.com asks for anonymous data on user lo-cation, as well as cannabis cost by weight and quality. The results are startling. Over 12,000 entries have been sent to them since early September. The developers behind the project say their slick, simple, effective way to track world prices is just the beginning and they’re rapidly expanding the service in an un-tapped, multi-billion dollar online market for cannabis consumer services.

PriceofWeed.com visitors are met with a simple, straightforward web site free of any sort of clutter. Users can submit a price, check the price index or read the site’s blog. Below, the “submit” form sits a map of the United States showing trends in prices and a list of recent submissions from the local buyers.

If a person wants to anonymously submit a price, they simply type in their city and state, how much they paid, the weight, and choose a quality from three choic-es, low, medium and high. A computerized test called a CAPTCHA eliminates spam entries, and after hitting “submit”, PriceofWeed.com asks visitors to rate on a scale of 1 to 5 local attitudes about cannabis and the degree of cannabis law enforcement. Their results control for statistical outliers like erroneous entries or outright lies, and appear to be statistically valid.

A state like California has over 1,200 data points, well above the number of people required for a similar poll of political preferences. High quality cannabis costs $336 per ounce, $265 for medium quality and $208 for low quality. The vast ma-jority of PriceofWeed.com respondents report buying high quality cannabis in California, as opposed to any other kind. Cannabis laws are gently enforced, re-spondents say, and citizens have a tolerant attitude toward the plant.

Confirming the relationship between increased enforcement and the increased cost of medicine, New Yorkers report that law enforcement takes a harder ap-proach to cannabis prohibition, even though people report similar levels of toler-ance. As a result, high quality cannabis costs $438 an ounce, while medium qual-ity costs $311 and low quality costs $183.

PriceofWeed.com states that they are assuring user anonymity by discarding any IP information from the submitter. “When you visit PriceOfWeed.com, we au-tomatically detect your IP in order to pre-select your city/location,” they state. “ [But] when you submit data, we record: the city, the price ($), the amount (oz.), and quality. We do not store any identifying IP with the associated record. It is es-sentially anonymous because visitor IPs are not directly linked to submitted data.”

The site has has gone global and been featured by TIME, CBS, ABC. Now, they’re fast adding Europe to their GoogleMaps Visualization and making it easier to browse the data.

PriceOfWeed.com joins successful startups like Leaf.ly which tracks specific can-nabis strains and WeedMaps.com, which just held an IPO to raise millions of dollars and expand.

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Best Delissometimes nothing but matzo ball soup will do the trick when you’re feeling a little under the weather or have the winter blues. A good deli is priceless when it comes to a killer sandwich and crunchy dills. Th e deli is a staple of American life. While it may be more prominent on the East Coast, there are plenty of transplants who bring their homemade soup recipes and affi nity for freshly baked bread to their local menus. since fi nding a truly good deli can be tough, we went ahead and did the legwork for you. i know; we are

givers. Finding a good deli doesn’t mean that the one you like is bad, it just may not have made it on my route. i will be thrilled to participate in the research for a More great Delis article in the future. suffi ce to say, sandwich shops that off er $5 footlongs or brag about being “toasty” are not on this list. While those places may be perfect for a quick lunch, they are far from being the same thing as a good, kosher deli run by a family of immigrants. Without further ado, the winner and runner up, in no particular order.

East Side Kosher Deli449 S Elm StDenverThe deli has been around for 23 years and started as an answer to grocery shopping for the Jewish community. Since then, the owners have expanded the space and turned it into a restaurant and market. The food is unbelievably good. The sandwiches (all Kosher meat of course) are huge with the fi nest cuts and fresh ingredients. The salad selection is vast and there are even a few old staples on the menu like fi sh n’ chips if you’re not feeling terribly adventurous. For those of us who aren’t Jewish, matzo ball soup is a forgotten favorite since we didn’t grow up with it. But when we have a good one, look out. We’re all converts. East Side Kosher Deli has some of the most authentic, delicious food in all of Denver. Be warned: this place gets packed every single day and if you’re thinking of coming in around a Jewish holiday, make sure you’ve got something to nosh on because you might have to wait, but it’s totally worth it.

Spinelli’s Market4621 E 23rd AveDenverSpinelli’s is a legend in my own mind. I get these cravings, usually on cold days, for a hot, steaming, dripping, cheesy gooey meatball sandwich and Spinelli’s the only place that can cure my need for meatball subs. I am a sandwich lover and think that anything worth eating should come between two pieces of bread. I know it might not be the trendiest thinking, with the no carb people barking from their soapboxes, but I love food I have to hold to eat. And Spinelli’s is a real deal Italian Deli. When you walk in, you practically feel like you’re on the streets on New York circa 1930. Besides great meatballs, they have amazing pasta and other dishes, but the sandwiches are the stars. When I don’t do meatball, I often go for the Turkey Cranberry Gouda--House Turkey, Cranberry Sauce, Smoked Gouda, Lettuce, Tomato and Mayonnaise served on a Croissant. They are happy to make you anything you want on any kind of fresh bread and if you come up with something brilliant, maybe it will even make the menu. Bless you, Spinelli’s. Please don’t ever close down.

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Day and night skiing are as different as day and night people. If the day skier likes to get up early for fresh tracks and counts runs taken vs. calculate calories burned, the night skier may have a slightly different agenda—how many runs can we do and how late is the bar open, comes to mind. Night skiing is for the fun at heart and the diehard who spends his day slaving away at work and has used up all their “sick” days after big snowfalls. Night skiing often has an entertainment element that is absent during daylight hours. Some hills don’t just have lights, they have disco lights! And music! Imagine the roller skating rink when you were a kid on a Saturday afternoon for a birthday part versus Saturday night skating where you were doing the YMCA and holding hands.

Keystone is the only location in Summit County to offer lighted night skiing. The River Run Gondola will take you up to the Summit House, where you can access the Tubing Hill, the A51 Terrain Park, or get some runs in at the largest night skiing area in the state.

A51 Terrain Park has everything you would want in a day trip, from the rails at Gold Rush Alley, the diversity of Park Lane, or the enormous kickers at Main Street.

Tubing at Adventure Point is also open at night, which is just a good time all around and with a conveyer belt to take you back up to the top, why not try a few tricks? This is tubing 2.0. No more heaving and breathing hard to get up to the top for 30 seconds of fun. You can go all night!

To get there, travel on I-70 west from Denver and exit at Sil-verthorne/Dillon. At the end of the exit ramp, turn left at the light onto Highway 6. Keystone is about 6 miles from there. If you’re looking for lodging and want to make a night and day of it, there are a lot of affordable options in the area. Try the Alpine or Arapahoe Inns, located about 10-15 minutes away.

Keystone has rentals on site for the night skier and les-sons and guides if you’re new to the area or just are a little freaked out by skiing or boarding after dark. A word to the wise: Night skiing is a ton of fun but it’s cold. Make sure you bring and wear extra layers for your adventures. Also, while it’s sometimes fun to warm up with toddy before hitting the slopes, impairing your vision, balance and judgment is not the best idea at night. Stay sharp, stay safe and have fun! Après ski will still be there when you get down.

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OK, SO HE MAY BE A FOUNDING MEMBER OF ONE of the most respected successful and beloved acts of the past quarter century, a Grammy Award winning band that’s had 3 Gold Records and 2 Platinum Records (one of which, 1994’s “Four,” went 6x platinum), but like any blues man, sometimes you just need to be alone.

WHILE THIS BLUES TRAVELER HAS TAKEN SOLO TRIPS before, this is the most serious he’s been about moving out. Hell, he and his fresh handpicked auditory outlaws purposely holed themselves up in the mountains of New Mexico for a month to record the self-titled “John Popper and the Duskray Troubadours,” out March 1 on 429 Records. “It was a perfect environment,” Popper tells KUSH. “I kind of wanted to ride o� into the mountains out west and make a record!”

AND MAKE A RECORD HE DID, ALTHOUGH IT WASN’T exactly as simple or straightforward as it sounds. As a matter of fact, it’s a journey that began almost a quarter century ago. � e reason being his absolutely unwavering intention of making the record with acclaimed producer and musician Jono Manson (� e Worms). “He’s someone we opened up for in the early days and he’s sort of a mentor for all of us,” Popper con¡ des. “Jono was the guy that we all looked up to…the elder statesman that we learned from. We always planned to work together and it really took this long.” While Popper admits to the di£ culty in waiting almost 25 years, he doesn’t hesitate in proclaiming, “I was not disappointed with the results. I had high expectations and it surpassed my expectations.”

WHILE THE WAIT WAS A LONG ONE, ITS WORTHINESS is perhaps a reason that could only be subjectively analyzed in hindsight. � e time gave John Popper and the Blues Travelers the chance to build

the formidable entity that they have become, and if they didn’t have that chance, then this natural evolution and opportunity may very well never have had the chance to ¦ ourish. And now, John has become admittedly wise enough to recognize this as the growing opportunity that it is.

“THIS WAS A MAJOR BREAKTHROUGH FOR ME,” Popper confesses. “� e idea of working with a songwriter outside of my self…collaborating…was a very new thing. I think with Blues Travelers, because we grew up together, we felt we had to do it all in house and I was getting very worried that we were getting too formulaic.” But with � e Duskray Troubadours, “I was able, through this adventure in songwriting, to really focus on much stronger melodies and that enabled me to sing a lot prettier and enabled me to play a lot prettier. I had a melody I could hang onto, and the dynamic could be a little so§ er and I like that.” As I gave a minute for this to sink in, he went on to make a statement that’s almost impossible to comprehend:

“THE WAY I PLAY HARMONICA ON THIS ALBUM IS unlike the way I’ve ever played before.” Excuse me? � is? Coming from the man who invented a holster that holds 12 of the instruments tuned to all 12 musical keys, o§ en times switching between them in the course of a song, and wore them as suspenders for budssakes? Ok, ¡ ne, I’m in! AND SPEAKING OF BUD, AND, WELL, THIS being KUSH Magazine, we just had to know…sativa or indica? “I refuse to be pigeonholed from one or the other because I am a man of the road,” he states de¡ antly. “You travel here and they have this and you travel there and they have that. I just throw them all into one big pile like a salad. So one day you might be really sedate and one day you might be really peppy. I kind of like not knowing. I say throw it all in the gumbo and see

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JOHN POPPER AND THE DUSKRAY TroubadoursSODO Nightclub527 South Tejon St.Colorado Springs, CO 80903

(719) 314-0420 SodoNightlife.comwww.1BigDaddy.com

PERHAPS, MARCH 10 CAN BE THE BEGINNING OF A NEW ONE…

what bites you get.” Not surprising coming from a master of improvisation. And while he has no problem admitting that he’s written “some of the most brilliant shit being stoned,” that statement doesn’t come without a proper caveat and chuckle; “you always have to give it the next day test.” Naturally.

AND ON MARCH 10, 1 BIG DADDY Concert Promotions (1BigDaddy.com) brings John Popper and his new crew to the Sodo Nightclub in Colorado Springs, where you can give them the nightclub test. And John couldn’t be more thrilled. “� e appreciation I’ll always have for Colorado and the spirit there is beyond me. It’s overwhelming. Over the last 25 years we’ve been constantly and steadily playing Colorado and it’s kind of an uno£ cial home for us.” In fact, out of all the traditions that have come and gone through the years, “July 4th at Red Rock has been the only one that survived.”

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KUSH MAGAZINE was invited by the folks at Delta 9 Tekhnologe to visit a C02 supercriti-cal extractor they affectionately call “Big Bertha.” Behemoth in size and weighing thousands of pounds, the machine is a complex system of stain-less steel vessels, tubes, and tanks that should be renamed the “intimida-tor.” One can only imagine it being used by NASA for rocket propulsion, or testing by scientists at the Food and Drug Administration. However, it’s primarily used on cannabis plants. Yes, you heard right, “Big Bertha” is primarily used to extract and process pure hash oil from cannabis plants through pressurized carbon dioxide (C02).

The person who initiated the idea for using the C02 extractor for the medi-cal marijuana industry remains a mystery, however, the people attracted to this technology are the folks we remember from our high school science lab. They were the fi rst to get their experiment started while the rest of us stumbled with directions. According to Matthew Ellis of Organa Labs, the C02 extractor was originally used by non-cannabis industries such as coffee, spice or beer hops manufacturers that needed to extract essential oils from plant material. An example would include extracting oils from a rosemary plant for use in cooking. Therefore, the entrepreneurial light bulb went on when someone in the medical marijuana industry pontifi cated - quite possibly while medicating - about using this technology to make hash oil.

The process of obtaining pure hash oil from dried cannabis plant material is a fascinating 8-hour journey through a controlled maze that essentially uses C02, pressure, and temperature to achieve the end result. This pres-sure can reach a staggering 1,200 pounds per square inch - equivalent to twice the force of a shark’s jaw breaking bones or one third of the force required to fl y a plane. Mica Gross from Delta 9 Tekhnologe operates Big Bertha with respect and caution. For example, the simple act of opening valves to release C02 gas into the system requires Gross’ full attention, especially listening for potential leaks. Some of these sounds might be reminiscent of being trapped in a submarine that has reached its maxi-mum depth, forcing even the bravest to take cover.

Initially, the cannabis plant material is ground into a dry and powdery con-sistency that will be placed inside one of the three pressurized chambers, each of which is capable of processing ten pounds of cannabis plant ma-terial. The amount of hash oil yielded from 10 pounds of plant material depends on different factors, such as moisture content and the type of plant being used. Keeping plant material inside the chamber requires a lid to be sealed with a rocket gasket, and large bolts that are the size used to secure tires on a truck.

As C02 is introduced into the system, pressure and temperature gauges are watched carefully to reach the delicate and magical moment when gas becomes liquid. In the scientifi c world, “supercritical” becomes super important, as Gross uses his background in chemistry, physics, and ther-modynamics to keep the system in balance. Co-worker Sonia Brusch en-thusiastically calls this moment PV=nRT. For us non-scientists, that means “stuff” is getting made.

The hash oil itself appears similar to molasses, amber in color and the consistency of motor oil. Edibles companies use hash oil for infusing into their products, or patients seeking to enhance their medication experience. Hash oil has much higher levels of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and can-nabidiol (CBD). Delta 9 Teknologe provided CannLabs testing results that indicated THC levels at a whopping 84.174% and active cannabinoids per dose at 87.696%.

Medical marijuana patients prefer C02 extracted hash oil, according to owner Jan Cole from The Farm in Boulder, due to the safe and pure way the oil has been processed. Cole owns a smaller version of Big Bertha that is used by her marijuana center. As opposed to the other methods for pro-cessing hash oil, Cole believes the C02 method of extraction attracts the true connoisseur seeking a certain type of medical treatment.

As the medical marijuana industry evolves, machines like the supercritical C02 extractor can be used to further the science of cannabis to sepa-rate THC and CBD from each other, and tag molecules for certain medical conditions. But for now, with such high levels of THC and CBD, medical marijuana patients should heed the advice of Delta 9’s Brusch - “a little dab will do ya.”

“BIG BERTHA” IS PRIMARILY USED TO EXTRACT AND PROCESS PURE HASH OIL FROM CANNABIS PLANTS THROUGH PRES-SURIZED CARBON DIOXIDE (C02).

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Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe, Public Enemy 2.19.11 @ Ogden Theatre (Denver)The Tiny Universe experience hits Denver in February with Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe presents us with a pressure cooker of rhythm ‘n’ grooves that explodes into your ears in the most wonderful way. It’s a funky roller coaster ride of good vibes. Their live set has superstar Denson featured on vocals, tenor, alto sax and flute; Brian Jordan on guitar; Chris Stillwell pluckin’ the bass; David Veith poundin’ keys; Chris Littlefield blowin’ the trumpet; and John Staten smacking the drums. They’ve earned a reputation as kings of the unstoppable all-night show, and after listening to them for just a moment you can see how this would be an amazingly soulful experience full of good jams. Led by Denson, the Tiny Universe creates an atmosphere of happiness that is hard to place in the wold of live music. Public Enemy’s name speaks for itself. One of the pioneering groups of the rap movement, they are still doing their thing and making fans move. Get out to Ogden on this night. karldenson.us; publicenemy.com

Cage The Elephant 2.21.11 @ Bluebird Theatre (Denver)When Cage the Elephant burst onto the scene with their self-titled debut in 2009, they were heralded as saviors of the slacker funk-punks, mainly due to their hit ‘Ain’t No Rest For the Wicked.’ On January 11th of this year, they released their album Thank You, Happy Birthday, which promises a steady dose of ferocious, gut-grabbing rock & roll. Their primary aim with this new album was to not conform to a popular sound or look, instead becoming crusaders in the indie alternative rock world. They hit the road in support of that album, and their live rock show is on that will please all in attendance. cagetheelephant.com

Ghostland Observatory 2.26.11 @ Fillmore Auditorium (Denver)Ghostland Observatory, the nu-wave electro rock band from Austin, TX, has a whole lot of pizzazz, and a stage presence to match. Going strong since 2004, the two-man show feels like it’s a whole lot more than that. They’ve released 4 albums to date, with hits like “Sad Sad City”, “Midnight Voyage”, “Stranger Lover”, and “Piano Man” that are all worth getting familiar with if you don’t know much about these guys. Their latest album, Codename: Rondo, hasn’t received the highest praise from critics, but that certainly won’t keep long time fans away. They are perfectionists when it comes to their live show, and the light show that goes along with their set exemplifies this. Fillmore Auditorium in Denver is the place to be on this Saturday night.www.ghostlandobservatory.net

Snow Ball Music Festival 3.04.11 - 3.06.11 @ Nottingham Park (Avon)Music. Adventure. Party. That’s what this winter music festival out in Avon is all about. With a lineup consisting of: Pretty Lights, Bassnectar, The Flaming Lips, Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros, Lotus, Local Natives, Diplo, Classixx, Paper Diamond, 12th Planet, Miami Horror... just to name a few. Combining the world’s best musicians with the world’s best snow conditions, the 2011 Snow Ball is is a one-of-a-kind music experience that proposes the ultimate marriage: music and mountains. With several stages hosting world class

musicians, the live music at this year’s Snow Ball is sure to satisfy thousands of hungry music fans; and skiers/

snowboarders will find the ultimate escape in the 5,289 acres of free ride terrain at their disposal between

Vail & Beaver Creek (including three terrain parks and seven bowls). The Snow Ball Festival

is destined to bring your average festival experience to new heights, both on and off the mountain.snowballmusicfestival.com

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Rooney 2.25.11 @ Marquis Theater (Denver)Rooney, the five-piece rock band formed out of Los Angeles back in 1999, got their start playing Sunset Strip venues, and self producing their first couple EPs. Since then, they have toured with the likes of Weezer, The Strokes, The Sounds, The Donnas, Travis, Keane and many others. After their first self produced record reached nearly gold status on Geffen, and yielded two successful singles, the band retreated to LA and recorded Calling the World over a period of three weeks. Another great big domestic and international success. They most recently released their album, Eureka, last year and are back on the road. Marquis Theater in Denver has the pleasure to host these rockers, and it’s a show worth the ticket price. rooney-band.com

Cold War Kids, a Lull 3.8.11 @ Ogden Theatre (Denver)Cold War Kids means International Blues. The band formed back in 2004 in Fullerton, CA. In their first practices, having instruments was secondary to stomping and chanting. Clanging on heat pipes, thumping on plywood walls, and hollering into tape recorders was the norm. Slipping and swaying into alleyways was common. Almost three years have passed and they haven’t let up since the starting gun fired. Their hit album Robbers & Cowards was released in 2006, followed by touring so much that they had to ask themselves ‘Why even have apartments?’... and didn’t. Cold War Kids strive to make honest songs about human experience in orchards and hotel rooms, laundromats and churches, sea ports and school halls. They really are a group all about the song, with endless respect for the songs of Bob Dylan, Nina Simone, and the Velvet Underground. a Lull joins them in this trip to Denver, which should be a really pleasant pairing. Warm up your soul a bit at Ogden on this Tuesday evening.coldwarkids.com

Girl Talk 3.11.11 @ Ogden Theatre (Denver)One thing I’ll always remember is the first time I saw Girl Talk live. It was at one of my first Coachella experiences, and I distinctly just remember walking by and seeing a party... feeling a party, and hearing a party. Balloons, confetti, hot people on stage, and of course, the mashup. It was simply awesome. I joined the party, missing a couple bands I went to see that day. Mashups... this is what Greg Gillis deals in... pop mashups. The Pittsburgh native fittingly finds himself on the record label called Illegal Art. This show comes on his most recent North American tour, and it will be a crazy dance party. Guaranteed. facebook.com/girltalkmusic

Simian Mobile Disco 3.14.11 @ Bluebird Theatre (Denver)One of the greatest live, electronic, dance shows on the planet, Simian Mobile Disco are a UK based production and remix team made up of James Ford and Jas Shaw, of the band Simian. SMD was formed back in 2005, churning out countless remixes and a slew of flawless original material. Ford is also a producer that has worked with bands such as Florence & the Machine, Arctic Monkeys, Peaches and Klaxons. This is one of the most amazing live music experiences in existence, so be prepared to dance your ass off and wake up with sore feet the on the 15th. See ya there! simianmobiledisco.co.uk COLORADO

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The never-ending battle

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medical marijuana in

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year, as lawmakers review

yet another lengthy bill

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the complex industry.

The never-ending battle

Bringing Down The House - New Medical Marijuana bill Takes On A Number of Provisions

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House Bill 1043 would affect all Medical Marijuana (MMJ) dispensaries, cultivators, edible producers and patients if it’s passed and signed into law by Democratic Gov. John Hickenlooper. The legislation is being sponsored by state Sen. Pat Steadman, D-Denver, and state Rep. Tom Massey, R- Poncha Springs.

One recent, big change in the proposed bill is that it would require licensed medical marijuana cultivators to disclose where their grow operations are located. Currently, grow operations are exempted from the Colorado Open Records Act, and growers do not have to make public where medical marijuana is being legally grown throughout the state.

Yet, some MMJ business owners and growers take issue with that change, especially since dispensary owners are now required by law to grow 70 percent of their own product.

“I (would) rather not have people knowing where my grow is. It could increase chances of robbery, and incognito would be better. It certainly shouldn’t be public record,” said Steve Horwitz, owner of Ganja Gourmet, a medical marijuana restaurant and dispensary in Denver.

Prior to going into the 2011 legislative session, Senator Steadman told Kush Magazine that he had heard concerns from MMJ constituents about the provision.

“Last year I had people talk to me about their desire to keep grow locations confidential,” Steadman said. But he highlighted that it’s easier for planning and zoning departments to do their jobs if grow locations are of public record.

Additionally, House Bill 1043 is jam-packed with several MMJ provisions and would create tighter rules on some issues, including patient privacy, and looser rules on other things, such as product trade, felony and residency restrictions, among many other topics.

Specifically, the proposed bill aims to:

• Protect the privacy of medical marijuana patients, making it a class one misdemeanor for owners or employees of licensed MMJ facilities to release medical records to anyone without written consent of the patient.

• Change drug felony requirements. Currently, a medical marijuana business license can’t be issued to anyone who has been convicted of a felony in the last five years. The new provision would state that a MMJ license won’t be granted to anyone with a “drug-related” felony.

• Narrow the two-year residency requirement to apply only to MMJ business owners. Currently, all those who work at an MMJ facility are required to have resided in Colorado for at least two years.

• Allow infused-product manufacturers to grow no more than 500 plants -- but it would be a rule that could be waived by the state, depending on the “nature of products manufactured and the business need.”

• Grandfather in the licensed medical marijuana centers established before Dec. 15, 2009, that are within 1,000 feet of a school, drug or alcohol treatment center, higher education facility or residential child care.

Of course, any number of amendments from legislators could change the language and direction of the bill as it meanders through the state Capitol in the next couple months - all of which could change the way the MMJ community does business in Colorado. So as not to undermine all the progress the state

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Light powers the engine of growth for any photosynthesiz-ing creature, from microscopic phytoplankton in the sea to the tallest sequoia in California. The more light, the better- but don’t forget about the heat also generated by powerful indoor lighting systems. Fortunately, there are lots of ways to maximize useful light to your plants without breaking the bank on bunches of expensive light setups- and of course the necessary cooling systems to keep your grow room from going nova. The ideal light source will emit a broad spectrum of light energy from indigo and violet to orange- red wavelengths. An artificial environment of course needs the same, and many HID bulbs, ballasts, reflectors and other forms of lighting out there can do a great job. For de-tailed information about them, look at any of a range of cata-logs, brochures and publications with this data inside; no need to repeat it here. Rather, in this month’s installment of tips on how to get the most out of your indoor garden I’ll tell you how to get the most from your precious lights AFTER you’ve got-ten them home. So, faithful growers, here’s how to crank up your lumens on leaves ratio without jacking up your wallet! The central principle of indoor lighting, and the reason for being of many of these tips, is the fact that the intensity of light diminishes as the square of distance from its source. You’ve probably heard of this before; that light is only ¼ as intense at 2 units (feet or meters, or miles, for that matter) from the source as it is at one unit (foot or meter or mile; the important thing is to keep your units the same), and only 1/9 as intense at 3 units, etc. Among other things, this means that contrary to popular belief, painting the walls white in your grow room is useless- unless your plants are right next to them. No, where you really want these reflective surfaces is as close as you can get to your plants without actually shading them.

Sooooo… where is that, exactly? Good question- back to the source for a moment; the bulb and reflector. I’ve seen the slick brochures and diagrams where bulb and reflector makers love to show the light dispersion from their systems as a square. NOT TRUE! That square is designed to show the only the total surface area of adequate light lit by that source, not its actual shape. Don’t believe me? Grab a pencil and some graph paper, and make an accurate diagram of your grow room. Keeping the intensity principle above firmly in mind, draw a line around your light source at the furthest limit of useful light from your source. For example, using a 1000 watt HPS bulb, that works out to about 4 ½ feet. Funny how your line becomes a circle around your light, huh? Yes, yes, yes, I know most reflectors are squares (not to men-tion the engineers who designed them!), but that doesn’t change how light behaves! I bet you also noticed that line you drew cut the corners off your growing area, unless you have lots of (wasteful and costly) light overlap. It’s in these corners where I usually find the spindly, lanky plants that aren’t producing. The solution is to rearrange your growing space so that from above it looks like a circle, or at least a stop sign, centered around your light source. Use quality reflective materials such as mylar to ‘cut the corners’ and follow the line you drew more closely. This trick will save you from wasting valuable space, expensive nutrients and costly equipment on plants in dark corners. Even better, it can actu-ally increase the useable space under your light! Because the reflected light will make the edges of your garden per-form more like the center, you can push the edges out an additional six inches to a foot in every direction from your light source! And that is Free Growing Space you can use!

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Here’s another trick I borrowed from fruit tree cultiva-tion. Fruit tree growers spend a lot of time carefully plat-ting their fields before planting fruit trees because they want to be certain they get as much productivity as pos-sible from a layout they’ll have to live with for many years. Simply arrange your plants on a hexagonal or honeycomb basis instead of in a square grid pattern. This trick is beau-tifully simple, and it can raise your grow room productiv-ity by about 17%. Fruit tree farmers copied nature and dis-covered this increase in productivity, and now we can too! I have seen the discussion about using many smaller watt-age lights to spread light more evenly over a given area in-stead of fewer big lights. It works, but my gripe with this ap-proach is that I just don’t feel like spending more coin on lights, ballasts and bulb replacements, etc, than I have to. Doubling the number of fixtures, bulbs and ballasts adds cost fast and it’s really unnecessary. Between the tips men-tioned above and this last one below, I promise you will never have to worry about whether you should have gotten more smaller bulbs instead of the bigger one you really crave… Move your lights. Yep, sounds simple- and it is. Aren’t the best tips usually simple? I don’t mean hauling up and re-hang-ing your bulb and reflector in a different spot every day, nor am I necessarily recommending any of the array of light mov-ers currently on the market, for reasons I will explain shortly. A widely known fact in plant biology circles about photosyn-thesis- yet all but unknown to the rest of us- is that while plants begin photosynthesizing within seconds of receiving adequate light, it turns out that they will continue doing it for anywhere between 3 and 5 full minutes AFTER the lights are turned off! Most light movers currently available market them-selves as merely emulating ‘the sun’s arc through the sky’ as the day goes by and so only slowly move the light in a period of some 20 minutes to several hours. While this helps reduce the effects of leaf shading and is better than nothing, speed DOES matter. Twenty minutes isn’t nearly fast enough to take advantage of this principle- all it really accomplishes is to move the shade around! I’ve built light movers that conform to this principle by completing a full cycle in a suitably short time period and I can help you build one, too- email me for plans. Finally, astute readers will remember last month’s col-umn about topping and training plants to best capture ar-tificial light by making them broad and flat across the top, and may be wondering if those techniques are compat-ible with these strategies. I assure you that they are, and you’re gonna love the results! That’s it for now, grate-ful growers, so until next month, safe and happy growing!

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CRAwdAddY SPReAdiNgrEDiENts-1 package (16 ounces) frozen cooked crawfi sh tails, thawed -1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, soft ened -1 medium green pepper, fi nely chopped -1 medium sweet red pepper, fi nely chopped -1 small onion, fi nely chopped -6 garlic cloves, minced -1/2 to 1 teaspoon Creole seasoning -1/3 cup THC olive oil-1/2 teaspoon salt -6 to 12 drops hot pepper sauce Assorted crackers

DirECtiONsChop crawfi sh; pat dry. In a small bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add the THC olive oil, peppers, onion, garlic, Creole seasoning, salt and hot pepper sauce; stir in the crawfi sh. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Serve with crackers. Yield: 3 cups.

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YuMMY CORn BReAd iNgrEDiENts -1 cup all-purpose fl our -1 cup cornmeal -1/4 cup sugar -1/2 teaspoon baking soda -1/2 teaspoon salt -1 egg -1 cup (8 ounces) reduced-fat plain yogurt -1/4 cup THC oil

DirECtiONsIn a large bowl, combine the fl our, cornmeal, sugar, baking soda and salt. Whisk together the egg, yogurt and oil. Stir in the dry ingredients just until combined.

Transfer to an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until top is lightly browned and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Serve warm.

CRABBY guMBOiNgrEDiENts-1 pound fresh okra, washed, stems removed, and cut into 1-inch pieces (frozen okra may be used if fresh is unavailable) -1 large onion (about 1 cup), coarsely chopped -3 cloves garlic, minced -1/2 pound ham (preferably smoked), diced -1 small green pepper, minced -1 bay leaf -1 teaspoon salt, or to taste Generous sprinkling of freshly ground black pepper -1/3 teaspoon crushed red pepper -5 large tomatoes (about 2 to 2-1/2 cups), peeled and coarsely chopped -1/2 cup tomato sauce -1-1/2 cups water -½ stick THC Butter-2 pounds raw shrimp, peeled, deveined, and rinsed -3/4 pound back fi n crabmeat, cooked

DirECtiONsCombine okra, onion, garlic, ham, green pepper, bay leaf, salt, pepper, red pepper, tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, and THC butter in a large heavy kettle or Dutch oven. Bring just to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 30 minutes.

Add shrimp and crab. Simmer for about 15 minutes more.

CAJun OlIVe SAlAdiNgrEDiENts-1 cup pitted brine-cured black olives, such as Nicoise, sliced -1 cup large (queen) pimiento-stuff ed olives, sliced -1/2 cup THC olive oil-2 Tablespoons minced shallots -2 Tablespoons fi nely chopped celery -2 Tablespoons minced fresh fl at-leaf parsley -2 teaspoons minced garlic -1-1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper

DirECtiONsCombine black olives, green olives, THC oil, shallots, celery, parsley, garlic and pepper in a medium mixing bowl and mix well. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.

MuFFuleTTA iNgrEDiENts -1/2 cup fi nely chopped celery -1/2 cup sliced pimiento-stuff ed olives, drained -1/2 cup sliced ripe olives, drained -1/2 cup giardiniera-1/3 cup fi nely chopped onion -1/3 cup THC olive oil-1/4 cup fi nely chopped green onions -1/4 cup minced fresh parsley -3 tablespoons lemon juice -1 teaspoon dried oregano -1 garlic clove, minced -1/8 teaspoon pepper -1 round loaf (24 ounces) unsliced Italian bread -1/4 pound thinly sliced hard salami -1/4 pound provolone cheese -1/4 pound thinly sliced deli ham

DirECtiONsIn a large bowl, combine the fi rst 12 ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours. Drain, reserving 2 tablespoons liquid.

Cut loaf of bread in half; hollow out top and bottom, leaving a 1-in. Shell (discard removed bread or save for another use). Brush cut sides of bread with reserved liquid. Layer bottom of bread shell with salami, half of the olive mixture, cheese, remaining olive mixture and ham. Replace bread top. Cut into wedges.

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SAuSAge And CHICken guMBO iNgrEDiENts -1 (3 pound) whole chicken -1/2 cup all-purpose flour -1/2 cup THC olive oil-1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped onions -1 (10 ounce) package frozen green bell peppers -5 stalks celery, finely chopped -1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning, or to taste -2 whole bay leaves -1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes -1 pound fully-cooked smoked beef sausage, sliced -1 (10 ounce) package frozen sliced okra salt and black pepper to taste

DirECtiONs Fill a large pot partially with lightly salted water, and place the chicken in the pot. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to a simmer, and cook the chicken until the meat is no longer pink and the juices run clear, about 1 hour. Remove the chicken from the broth, and crack open the carcass to allow the chicken to cool. Reserve the chicken broth. After the chicken has cooled enough to handle, pick the meat from the bones, and set aside.

While the chicken is simmering, make a roux by whisking together the flour and THC olive oil in a large, heavy saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook and stir the mixture, watching constantly to avoid burning, until the roux is a rich chocolate brown color, 20 to 30 minutes.

As soon as the roux has reached the desired color, stir in the onions, bell peppers, celery, Cajun seasoning, and bay leaves, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender, about 45 minutes. Pour in the reserved chicken broth, diced tomatoes, and beef sausage, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the mixture has thickened, about 1 hour.

Mix in the reserved chicken meat and okra, bring back to a simmer, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the okra is tender and the flavors have blended, 30 to 40 minutes.

Red BeAnS And RICe iNgrEDiENts -1 medium onion, chopped -1/2 cup chopped green pepper -2 garlic cloves, minced -2 tablespoons THC olive oil-1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro -3 cans (16 ounces each) red beans, rinsed and drained -1/2 teaspoon salt -1/2 teaspoon ground cumin -1/8 teaspoon pepper -3 cups hot cooked rice DirECtiONs In a large nonstick skillet, sauté the onion, green pepper and garlic in oil until tender. Add cilantro. Cook and stir until wilted, about 1 minute. Stir in the beans, salt, cumin and pepper. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes. Serve over rice.

kIng CAke

PAstrY: -1 cup milk -1/4 cup THC butter-2 (.25 ounce) packages active dry yeast -2/3 cup warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C) -1/2 cup white sugar -2 eggs -1 1/2 teaspoons salt -1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg -5 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

FILLING: -1 cup packed brown sugar -1 tablespoon ground cinnamon -2/3 cup chopped pecans -1/2 cup all-purpose flour -1/2 cup raisins -1/2 cup melted THC butter

FROSTING: -1 cup confectioners’ sugar -1 tablespoon water

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DirECtiONs Scald milk, remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup of butter. Allow mixture to cool to room temperature. In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in the warm water with 1 tablespoon of the white sugar. Let stand until creamy, about 10 minutes.

When yeast mixture is bubbling, add the cooled milk mixture. Whisk in the eggs. Stir in the remaining white sugar, salt and nutmeg. Beat the flour into the milk/egg mixture 1 cup at a time. When the dough has pulled together, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 8 to 10 minutes.

Lightly oil a large bowl, place the dough in the bowl and turn to coat with oil. Cover with a damp cloth or plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 2 hours. When raised, punch down and divide dough in half.

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease 2 cookie sheets or line with parchment paper.

To Make Filling: Combine the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, chopped pecans, 1/2 cup flour and 1/2 cup raisins. Pour 1/2 cup melted butter over the cinnamon mixture and mix until crumbly. Roll dough halves out into large rectangles (approximately 10x16 inches or so). Sprinkle the filling evenly over the dough and roll up each half tightly like a jellyroll, beginning at the wide side. Bring the ends of each roll together to form 2 oval shaped rings. Place each ring on a prepared cookie sheet. With scissors make cuts 1/3 of the way through the rings at 1-inch intervals. Let rise in a warm spot until doubled in size, about 45 minutes.

Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes. Push the doll into the bottom of the cake. Frost while warm with the confectioners’ sugar blended with 1 to 2 tablespoons of water.

new ORleAnS BReAd PuddIng iNgrEDiENts -1/2 cup raisins -1/4 cup brandy or unsweetened apple juice -1/2 cup THC Butter melted and divided-1 tablespoon sugar -4 eggs, lightly beaten -2 cups half-and-half cream -1 cup packed brown sugar -2 teaspoons vanilla extract -1/2 teaspoon salt -1/2 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg -10 slices day-old French bread (1 inch thick), cubed

sAuCE: -1/2 cup packed brown sugar -2 tablespoons cornstarch Dash salt -1 cup cold water -1 tablespoon THC butter-2 teaspoons vanilla extract

DirECtiONs In a small saucepan, combine raisins and brandy. Bring to a boil. Remove from the heat, cover and set aside. Brush a shallow 2-1/2-qt. baking dish with 1 tablespoon THC butter; sprinkle with sugar and set aside. In a large bowl, combine the eggs, cream, brown sugar, vanilla, salt and nutmeg. Stir in remaining butter and reserved raisin mixture. Gently stir in bread. Let stand for 15 minutes or until bread is softened. Transfer to prepared dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. For sauce, in a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar, cornstarch and salt; gradually add water. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat. Stir in butter and vanilla. Serve with bread pudding.

PeCAn PRAlIne TReATS iNgrEDiENts -1 cup sugar -1 cup packed brown sugar -1 cup milk -8 large marshmallows -2 cups coarsely chopped pecans -2 tablespoons butter -1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Dash ground cinnamon DirECtiONs Lightly butter two baking sheets or line with waxed paper; set aside. In a saucepan, combine the sugars, milk and marshmallows. Cook and stir over low heat until marshmallows are completely melted. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until a candy thermometer reads 234°-240° (soft-ball stage).

Without stirring or scraping, pour hot liquid into another saucepan. Add the pecans, THC, butter, vanilla and cinnamon. Stir rapidly until mixture is thickened and creamy, about 3 minutes. Drop quickly by rounded tablespoonfuls onto prepared pans. Flatten slightly. Let stand until set. Store in an airtight container.

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Sensitiva Holistic Therapeutics451 Santa Fe Ave.Alamosa, CO 81101(719) 589-0420

ALMA

High Country Medical 5783 Sheridan Blvd, Ste 101Arvada, CO 80002(303) 725-1629

ASPEN

Alternative Medical Solutions106 S. Mill St., Ste 203Aspen, CO 81611(970) 544-8142

Locals Emporium ofAlternative Farms (L.E.A.F.)100 S. Spring St., Ste 2Aspen, CO 81611(970) 920-4220

Ute City Medicinals730 E. Cooper Ave.Aspen, CO 81611(970) 920-WEED (9333)

AVON

Tree Line PremierDispensary40801 Hwy 6, Ste 215Avon, CO 81620(970) 949-1887

BERTHOUD

Herbs Medicinals Inc.435 Mountain Ave.Berthoud, CO 80513(970) 344-5060

BOULDER

11:11 Wellness1111 13th St.Boulder, CO 80302(303) 440-8208

Boulder Botanics1750 30th St. #7Boulder, CO 80301(720) 379-6046

Boulder Kind Care2031 16th St.Boulder, CO 80302(720) 235-4232

Boulder Kush1750 30th St, Unit 8Boulder, CO 80301(303) 447-2900

Boulder MedicalMarijuana Dispensary2111 30th St., Unit ABoulder, CO 80301(303) 449-2663

Boulder Meds1325 Broadway St., Ste 216Boulder, CO 80302(303) 440-8514

Boulder MMC2206 Pearl St.Boulder, CO 80302(303) 449-2888

Boulder Rx1146 Pearl StBoulder, CO 80302(720) 287-1747

Boulder Vital Herbs2527 ½ N Broadway St.Boulder, CO 80304(303) 440-0234

Boulder Wellness Center5420 Arapahoe Ave., Ste FBoulder, CO 80303(303) 442-2565

Colorado Care Inc2850 iris Ave.Boulder, CO 80301(303) 250-9066

Colorado Dispensary Services2995 Baseline, Ste 110Boulder, CO 80303(303) 495-2195

Flower of Life Healing Arts, Inc.3970 N. Broadway, Ste 201Boulder, CO 80304(303) 444-1183

Fresh Republic1335 Broadway, Unit ABoulder, CO 80302(720) 404-3696

Green Belly Co-opBoulder, CO(720) 381-6187

Green Dream Health Services6700 Lookout Rd., Ste 5Boulder, CO 80301(303) 530-3031

Helping Hands Herbals2714 28th St.Boulder, CO 80301(303) 444-1564

High Grade Alternatives3370 Arapahoe Rd.Boulder, CO 80303(303) 449-1905

Medicine on the Hill1089 13th St.Boulder, CO 80302(303) 440.3991

MMJ America1909 N. Broadway St., # 100Boulder, CO 80302(303) 732-6654

Mountain Medicine Group2515 Broadway St.Boulder, CO 80304(720) 542-9943

New Options Wellness2885 Aurora Ave., Ste 40Boulder, CO 80303(720) 266-9967

North Boulder Wellness Center1495 Yarmouth Ave.Boulder, CO 80304 (720) 328-0118

Options Medical Center1534 55th St.Boulder CO 80301(303) 444-0861

Root Organic Healing MMC5420 Arapahoe Ave., Unit D2Boulder, CO 80303(303) 443-0240

SOMA Wellness Lounge1810 30th St., Unit CBoulder, CO 80301(720) 432-SOMA (7662)

Terrapin Care Station5370 Manhattan Cir., Ste 104Boulder, CO 80303(303) 954-8402

The Bud2500 Broadway, Ste 100Boulder, CO 80304(303) 565-4019

The Dandelion845 Walnut St.Boulder, CO 80302(303) 459-4676

The Farm1644 Walnut St.Boulder, CO 80304(303) 440-1323

The Green Room1738 Pearl St., Ste 100mBoulder, CO 80302(303) 945-4074

The Greenest Green2034 Pearl St.Boulder, CO 80302(303) 953-2852

The Hill Cannabis Club(THC), LLC1211 BoradwayBoulder, CO 80302(303) 245-9728

The Med Shed4483 N. Broadway St.Boulder, CO 80304(303) 635-6481

The Village Green Society2043 16th St.Boulder, CO 80302(720) 746-9064

TherapeuticCompassion Center1501 Lee Hill Dr., No. 22Boulder, CO 80202

Top Shelf Alternatives1327 Spruce St., Ste 301Boulder, CO 80302(303) 459-5335

Trill Alternatives1537 Pearl St.Boulder, CO 80301(720) 287-0645

Vape Therapeutics1327 Spruce St., Ste 300Boulder. CO 80302

WELL Dispensary3000 Folsom St.Boulder, CO 80304(303) 993-7932

BRECKENRIDGE

BreckenridgeCannabis Club226 S. Main St.Breckenridge, CO 80424(970) 453-4900

Organix1795 Airport Rd., Unit A2Breckenridge, CO 80424(970) 453-1340

CARBONDALE

C.M.D.1101 Village Rd.Carbondale, CO 81623(970) 306-3231 Green Miracle Medicinals985 HWY 133 Carbondale, CO 81623(970) 963-1234

CASCADE

Eagle’s Nest Sanctuary8455 W. Hwy 24Cascade, CO 80809(719) 687-2928

CASTLE ROCK

Mile High Medical Gardens 858 Happy Canyon Rd., #150Castle Rock, CO 80108(720) 249-2492

CENTRAL CITy

Annie’s Central CityDispensary135 Nevada St.Central City, CO 80427(303) 582-3530

Gaia’s Gift125 Main St.Central City, CO 80427(303) 582-5329

COLORADO SPRINGS

A Cut Above1150 E. Fillmore St.Colorado Springs, CO 80907(719) 434-1665

A Cut Above3750 Astrozon Blvd, Ste 140Colorado Springs, CO 80910(719) 391-5099

All Good Care Center329 E. Pikes Peak Ave.Colorado Springs, CO 80903(719) 630-5500

All Saints Medical2101 E. Platte Ave.Colorado Springs, CO 80909(719) 465-3806 Alternative MedicineColorado Springs2606 W Colorado Ave.Colorado Springs, CO. 80904(719) 358-6955

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Altitude Organic Medicine204 Mt View Ln., #10Colorado Springs, CO 80907(719) 375-8194

Altitude Organic Medicine822 W. Colorado Ave.Colorado Springs, CO 80905(719) 313-9841

Altitude Organic Medicine409 S. Nevada Ave.Colorado Springs, CO 80903(719) 434-7918

American Wellness Center LLC3632 W. Colorado Ave.Colorado Springs, CO 80904(719) 630-5075

Aromas & Herbs, LLC -Go Green Cross2514 W. Colorado Ave., Ste 206Colorado Springs, CO 80904(719) 930-9846

A-Wellness Centers2918 Wood Ave.Colorado Springs, CO 80907(719) 258-8406

Best Budz4132 Austin Bluffs Pkwy, Ste 4132Colorado Springs, CO 80918(719) 598-0168

Bijou Wellness Center2132 E. Bijou St., Ste 114Colorado Springs, CO 80909(719) 465-2407

Briargate Wellness Center890 Dublin Blvd, Ste CColorado Springs, CO 80918(719) 598-3510

Broadmoor Wellness Center1414 S. Tejon St.Colorado Springs, CO 80905(719) 634-0420

Canna Care1675 Jet Wing Dr.Colorado Springs, CO 80916(719) 596-3010

Canna Caregivers3220 N. Academy Blvd, Ste 4Colorado Springs, CO 80917(719) 597-6685

Canna Meds Wellness Center2363 N. Academy BlvdColorado Springs, CO 80909(719) 638-MEDS

Cannabicare1466 Woolsey HeightsColorado Springs, CO 80915(719) 573-2262

Cannabinoids MMJ516 Arrawanna St.Colorado Springs, CO 80909(719) 344-9461

Cannabis AlternativeCare Services296 A S. Academy BlvdColorado Springs, CO 80910(719) 571-9677

Cannabis Connectionof the Rockies4850 Galley Rd.Colorado Springs, CO.80915(719) 42- CCMMJ (422-2665)

Cannabis Medical Rx1120 N. Circle Dr. Ste 116Colorado Springs, CO 80909(719) 634-5670

Cannabis TherapeuticsCaregivers Cooperative907 E. Fillmore St.Colorado Springs, CO 80907(719) 633-7124

Cannabis Therapy Center5953 Omaha BlvdColorado Springs, CO 80915(719) 686-4626

Canna-pothecary, LLC1730 W. Colorado Ave.Colorado Springs, CO 80904(719) 633-2511

Colorado CannabisCaregivers2203 N. Weber St.Colorado Springs, CO 80907(719) 634-7389

Doctors Orders2106 E. Boulder St.Colorado Springs, CO 80909(719) 634-8808

Emerald City Wellness1353 S. 8th St. # 102Colorado Springs, CO 80905(719) 344-8046

Enlightened Care757 W. Garden of the Gods Rd.Colorado Springs, CO 80907(719) 531-7079

Epic Medical Caregiver3631 Galley Rd.Colorado Springs, CO 80909(719) 638-4596

Garden of the Gods Wellness Center5030 Boardwalk Dr. Ste 1Colorado Springs, CO 80919(719) 268-0063

Green Love Wellness1930 E. Platte Ave.Colorado Springs, CO 80909(719) 465-1292 Green Pharm325 Delaware Dr.Colorado Springs, CO 80909(719) 591-2070

Happy Buddha Wellness Center3612 Galley Rd., Ste CColorado Springs, CO 80909(719) 638-1888

Hatch Wellness Center1478 Woolsey HeightsColorado Springs, CO 80915(719) 591-2151

Health Point Wellness Consultants2233 Academy Pl., Ste 201Colorado Springs, CO 80909(719) 597-4429

Herbal Care 632 B S. Academy BlvdColorado Springs, CO 80910(719) 597-2467

Humboldt Care and WellnessCenter6823 Space Village Ave.Colorado Springs, CO 80915(719) 597-4292

Indispensary3031 E. Platte Ave.Colorado Springs, CO 80909(719) 203-4542

Indispensary3044 W. Colorado Ave.Colorado Springs, CO 80904(719) 203-4592

Indispensary123 E. Bijou St.Colorado Springs, CO 80903(719) 434-7460

JP Wellness1741 S. AcademyColorado Springs, CO 80916(719) 622-1000

Levity Wellness426 W. Fillmore St.Colorado Springs, CO 80907(719) 266-KiND (5463)

Maggie’s Farm1424 S. Nevada Ave.Colorado Springs, CO 80905(719) 328-0420

Marimeds222 E. Moreno Ave.Colorado Springs, CO 80903(719) 634-8285

MC Caregivers6020 Erin Park, Ste AColorado Springs, CO 80918(719) 264-MEDS (6337)

Medical MarijuanaConnection2933 Galley Rd.Colorado Springs, CO 80909(719) 297-1420

Mercy Wellness Center417 N. Circle Dr.Colorado Springs, CO 80909(719) 667-1111 MMJ Supply1347 N. Academy BlvdColorado Springs, CO 80909(719) 646-8208

Mountain Made Meds5162 Centennial BlvdColorado Springs, CO 80919(719) 528- MEDS (528-6337)

Natural AdvantageMedical Marijuana Center925 W. Cucharras St.Colorado Springs, CO 80905(719) 533-1177

Natural Remedies MMJ408 S. Nevada Ave.Colorado Springs, CO 80903(800) 985-7168

Nature’s Way5012 North Academy BlvdColorado Springs, CO. 80918(719) 531- MEDS (531-6337)

Old World Pharm 3605 E. Platte Ave. Colorado Springs, CO 80909 (719) 550-4081

Pikes Peak CannabisCaregivers3715 Drennan Rd.Colorado Springs, CO 80910(719) 216-5452

Provenance Care6422 N. Academy BlvdColorado Springs, CO 80918(719) 264-9333

Pure Intentions Wellness Center201 N. Academy BlvdColorado Springs, CO 80909(719) 570-7432

Rocky Mountain Miracles2316 E. Bijou St.Colorado Springs, CO(719) 473-WEED

Rocky Road Remedies LLC2489 S. Academy BlvdColorado Springs, CO 80916(719) 574-4230

Roy’s Cannabis Connection2360 E. Platte Ave.Colorado Springs, CO 80910(719) 634-WEED

Sibannac LLC586 S. AcademyColorado Springs, CO 80910(719) 572-1325

The Green EarthWellness Center519 N. 30th St.Colorado Springs, CO 80904(719) 633-6337

The Healthy Connections1602 W. Colorado Ave.Colorado Springs, CO 80904(719) 203-6004

The Healing Canna3692 E. Bijou St.Colorado Springs, CO 80909(719) 637-7645

The Hemp Center2501 W. Colorado Ave., #106Colorado Springs, CO 80904(719) 633-1611

The Organic Seed2304 E. Platte Ave.Colorado Springs, CO 80909(719) 201-7302

The Parc (Patient ActivityResource Center)957 E Fillmore StColorado Springs, CO 80904(719) 632-6026

The Secret Stash2845 Ore Mill Rd., Ste 6Colorado Springs, CO 80904(719) 633-8499

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Third Day Apothecary4865 N. Academy Blvd.Colorado Springs, CO 80918(719) 266-6699

Todays Health Care221 S. 8th St.Colorado Springs, CO 80905(719) 635-9002

Todays Health Care1635 W. Uintah St., Ste EColorado Springs, CO 80904(719) 633-1300

Top Buds, LLC575 Valley St. #10Colorado Springs, CO 80915(719) 591-7411

Tree of Wellness1000 W. Fillmore St., Ste 105Colorado Springs, CO 80907(719) 635-5556

Trichome HealthConsultants2117 W. Colorado Ave.Colorado Springs CO, 80904(719) 635-6337

U-Heal Apothecary101 N. Tejon St., #102Colorado Springs, CO 80903(719) 465-3471

We Grow Colorado, LLC2502 E. Bijou St.Colorado Springs, CO 80909(719) 634-4100

Westside Wellness Center2200 Bott Ave.Colorado Springs, CO 80904(719) 344-8441

COMMERCE CITy

Colorado Coalition ofCaregivers7260 Monaco St.Commerce City, CO 80022(720) 987-3669

CRESTONE

High Valley Healing Centerand Wholesale Apothecary116 S. Alder St.(Sangre de Cristo inn)Crestone, CO 81131(719) 256-4006

DACONO

Dacono Meds730 Glen Creighton Dr., Unit CDacono, CO 80514(303) 833-2321

Green Medical Referrals Clinic – Dacono500 8th St., Ste DDacono, CO 80514(303) 833-0400

MaryJanes5073 Silver Peaks Ave., #103Dacono, CO 80514(720) 421-7012

DENVER CENTRAL

Advanced MedicalAlternatives1269 Elati St.Denver, CO 80204(303) 351-WEED (9333)

Alpine Herbal Wellness313 Detroit St.Denver, CO 80206(303) 355-HERB (4372)

Alternative Medicine onCapital Hill1401 Ogden St.Denver, CO 80218(720) 961-0560

Buds on Colfax1515 S. AdamsDenver, CO 80206(720) 389-9375

Cannabis Medical762 Kalamath St.Denver, CO 80204(303) 912-2013

Caregivers for Lifeof Cherry Creek310 Saint Paul St.Denver, CO 80206(720) 536-5462

Caribbean Connection6th Ave. & Santa Fe Dr.Denver, CO 80204(720) 217-6786

Colorado CaregiversDenver, CO(720) 258-6847

Colorado Dispensary Services1736 Downing St.Denver, CO 80218(303) 495-2195

Cure Medical Pharm990 W. 6th Ave. #5Denver, CO 80204(303) 893-2873

Discount MedicalMarijuana970 Lincoln St.Denver, CO 80203(303) 355-9333

Discount Medical Marijuana2028 E. Colfax Ave.Denver, CO 80206(303) 355-9333

Front Range DispensaryDenver, CO 80203(720) 620-4463

Good Chemistry330 E. Colfax Ave.Denver, CO 80203(720) 524-4657

Green Cross ofCherry Creek128 Steele St., Ste 200Denver, CO 80206(303) 321-4201

Green Door MMJ Center777 Umatilla St. Denver, CO 80204(303) 825-7303

Greenwerkz907 E. Colfax Ave.Denver, CO 80218(303) 647-5210

Herbs 4 you20 E. 9th Ave.Denver, CO 80203(303) 830-9999

iVita Wellness1660 Pearl St.Denver, CO 80203(303) 339-0116

iVita Wellness660 Logan St.Denver, CO 80203

Lincoln Herbal424 Lincoln St.Denver, CO 80203(303) 955-0701

Mile High Green Cross852 Broadway St.Denver, CO 80203(303) 861-4252

MMJ America1321 Elati St.Denver, CO 80204(720) 296-1711

Nature’s Cure III1500 E. Colfax Ave.Denver, CO 80218(720) 328-6256

Pure Medical Dispensary1133 Bannock St.Denver, CO 80204(303) 534-PURE (7873)

Rocky Mountain Farmacy1719 Emerson St.Denver, CO 80218(720) 389-9002

Sense of Healing1005 N. Federal BlvdDenver, CO 80204(303) 573-4800

Tender Healing CarePlaza de Santa Fe1355 Santa Fe Dr., Ste FDenver, CO 80204(720) THC-4-THC

The GrasshopperAlternative Medicine1728 E. 17th Ave.Denver, CO 80218(303) 388-4677

The House of Greens3937 W. Colfax Ave.Denver, CO 80204(303) 623-3996

The Pearl Co.1445 Pearl St., Ste 100Denver, CO 80203(303) 733-6337

DENVER DOWNTOWN

ALCC, LLC2257 Curtis St.Denver, CO 80205(303) 297-3435

Apothecary of Colorado1730 Blake St., Ste 420Denver, CO 80202(303) 296-5566

Ballpark HolisticDispensary2119 Larimer St.Denver, CO 80205(303) 953-7059

Botanical3054 Larimer St.Denver, CO 80205(303) 297-2273

Botanico, Inc.3054 Larimer St.Denver, CO 80205(303) 297-2273

Budding Health2042 Arapahoe St.Denver, CO 80205(720) 242-9308

Cannabis Station1201 20th St.Denver, CO 80205(303) 297-WEED (9333)

Denver Kush Club2615 Welton St.Denver, CO 80205(303) 736-6550

Denver Patients Group2863 Larimer St., Unit BDenver, CO 80205(303) 484-1662

Greenhouse Wellness Center2403 Champa St.Denver, CO 80205(720) 328-0412

Lodo Wellness Center1617 Wazee St., Ste B1Denver, CO 80202(303) 534-5020

Lotus1444 Wazee St., Ste 115Denver, CO 80202(720) 974-3109

Mayflower Wellness1400 Market St.Denver, CO 80202(303) 862-4164

MMD of Colorado2609 Walnut St.Denver, CO 80205(303) 736-9642

MMJ America424 21st St.Denver, CO 80205(303) 296-3732

Native Roots Apothecary910 16th St., #805Denver, CO 80205(303) 623-1900

Natural Remedies1620 Market St., Ste 5WDenver, CO 80202(303) 953-0884


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PortaPower1717 E. 39th Ave.Denver, CO 80205(303) 292-5161

Rocky Mountain High1538 Wazee St.Denver, CO 80202(303) 623-7246 (PAiN)

Rocky Mountain Wellness Center East2232 Bruce Randolph St.Denver, CO 80205(720) 350-4056

Summit Wellness2117 Larimer St.Denver, CO 80205(720) 407-8112

DENVER EAST

Cannacopia3857 Elm St.Denver, CO 80207(303) 399-3333

City Floral1440 Kearney St.Denver, CO 80220(303) 355-4013

Colorado Care FacilityMedicinal Marijuana5130 E. Colfax Ave.Denver, CO 80220(303) 953-8503

Denver Med Stop5926 E. Colfax Ave.Denver, CO 80220(303) 573-6337

Flavored Essentials3955 Oneida St.Denver, CO 80207(303) 377-0539

Health Depot4615 E. Colfax Ave.Denver, CO 80220(720) 346-6884

Herbal Care2866 N. Colorado BlvdDenver, CO 80207(303) 321-4433

Jane Medicals7380 E. Colfax Ave.Denver, CO 80220(303) 388-JANE

Kindness MedicalCannabis Center5702 E. Colfax Ave.Denver, CO 80220(303) 733-9956

New Millennium Solutions1408 N. Oneida St.Denver, CO 80220(720) 318-3275

Med Stop LLP5926 E. Colfax Ave.Denver, CO 80220(303) 573-6337 (MEDS)

Rocky Mountain Farmacy6302 E. Colfax Ave.Denver, CO 80220(720) 389-9002

Stone Forest Bakery846 1/2 Forest St.Denver, CO 80220(720) 297-0990

Supreme Care Strains and Wellness Center6767 E. 39th Ave., Ste 105Denver, CO 80207(720) 877-5216

The Clinic on Colfax4625 E. Colfax Ave.Denver, CO 80220(303) 333-3644

The Healing Center of Colorado1452 Poplar St.Denver, CO 80220(720) 389-9285

Verde Dispensary5101 E. Colfax Ave.Denver, CO 80220(303) 474-4489

DENVER NORTH

420 Wellness North4986 Lowell BlvdDenver, CO 80221(303) 492-1787

Doctors Orders5068 N. Federal BlvdDenver, CO 80221(303) 433-0276

Green Medical5115 N. Federal Blvd, Ste 9Denver, CO 80221(720) 317-2955

Green Medical ReferralsClinic - Denver5115 Federal Blvd, #9Denver, CO 80221(303) 495-5000

DENVER NORTHEAST

3-D: Denver’s DiscreetDispensary4305 Brighton BlvdDenver, CO 80216(303) 297-1657

Golden Meds4620 Peoria St.Denver, CO 80239(303) 307-4645

Herb’s Nest LLC3900 E. 48th Ave., Unit ADenver, CO 80216(303) 355-5090

La Conte’s5194 Washington St.Denver, CO 80216(303) 292-2252Medicine Man4750 Nome St.Denver, CO 80239(303) 373-0752

Mile High Medicals4095 Jackson St.Denver, CO 80216(303) 955-5413

Patients Plus4493 N. Washington St.Denver, CO 80216(720) 435-0546

Timberline Herbal Clinicand Wellness Center3995 E. 50th Ave.Denver, CO 80216(303) 322-0901

DENVER NORTHWEST

Alive Herbal Medicine4573 Pecos St.Denver, CO 80211(720) 945-9543

Alternative Wellness Center2647 W. 38th Ave.Denver, CO 80211(720) 855-6565

Altitude Organic Medicine - Highlands1716 Boulder St.Denver, CO 80211(720) 855-MEDS (6337)

At Home Remedies, Inc.4320 Tennyson St.Denver, CO 80212(303) 455-0079

BC Inc.4206 W. 38th Ave.Denver, CO 80212(720) 323-2383

Biocare2899 N. Speer Blvd, Ste 105Denver, CO 80211(303) 455-3187

Cannabis and Co.4379 Tejon St.Denver, CO 80211(303) 317-3537

Chronic Wellness3928 Federal BlvdDenver, CO 80211(303) 455-6500

Denco AlternativeMedicine2828 Speer Blvd, #117Denver, CO 80211(303) 433-2266

Grassroots3867 Tennyson St.Denver, CO 80212(303) 420-6279

Grass Roots Healthand Wellness2832 W. 44th Ave.Denver, CO 80211(303) 325-7434

Herbal Connections2209 W. 32nd Ave.Denver, CO 80211(720) 999-6295

Herbal Wellness, Inc.3870 N. Federal BlvdDenver, CO 80211(720) 299-1919

Highland Health2727 Bryant St., Ste 420Denver, CO 80211(303) 455-0810

Highland HerbalConnections2209 W. 32 Ave.Denver, CO 80211(720) 999-6295

Kushism2527 Federal BlvdDenver, CO 80211(303) 477-0772

Kushism3355 W. 38th St.Denver, CO 80212(303) 477-5171

Lo Hi Cannabis Club2511 17th St. Denver, CO 80211(720) 214-1640

MMJ America4347 Tennyson St.Denver, CO 80212(303) 339-0116

Standing Akimbo3801 N. Jason St.Denver, CO 80211(303) 997-4526

Sunnyside AlternativeMedicine1406 W. 38th Ave.Denver, CO 80211(303) 720-6761

Sweet Leaf Inc.5100 W. 38th Ave.Denver, CO 80212(303) 480-5323

The Giving Tree of Denver2707 W. 38th Ave.Denver, CO 80211(303) 477-8888

The GrasshopperWellness Center2243 Federal BlvdDenver, CO 80211(303) 501-2010

The ReLeaf Center2000 W. 32nd Ave.Denver, CO 80211(303) 458-LEAF (5323)

The Tea Pot Lounge2008 Federal BlvdDenver, CO 80211(303) 656-9697

Total Health Concepts2059 Bryant St.Denver, CO 80211(303) 433-0152

Urban Dispensary2675 W. 38th Ave.Denver, CO 80211(720) 389-9179

Zen Cafe4728 W. 41st Ave.Denver, CO 80212(720) 306-8339

DENVER SOUTH

A Cut Above1911 S. BroadwayDenver, CO 80210(720) 536-8965

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B*GOODS MMJApothecary80 S. Pennsylvania St.Denver, CO 80209(303) 777-5239

Back to the Garden1755 S. BroadwayDenver, CO 80210(720) 877-3562

Botica Del Sol754 S. BroadwayDenver, CO 80209(303) 578-0809

Broadway Wellness1290 S. BroadwayDenver, CO 80210(303) 997-8413

Burnzwell108 S. BroadwayDenver, CO 80209(303) 200-0565

Canna Center5670 E. Evans Ave., Ste 216Denver, CO 80222(720) 222-3454

Cannabis 4 Health1221 S. Pearl St.Denver, CO 80210(720) 542-3437

Colorado AlternativeMedicine2394 S. BroadwayDenver, CO 80210(720) 379-7295

Colorado Apothecary& Wellness Center4025 E. iliff Ave.Denver, CO 80222(303) 757-4361

Delta 9 Caretakers LLC2262 S. BroadwayDenver, CO 80210(720) 570-2127

Evergreen Apothecary1568 S. BroadwayDenver, CO 80210(303) 722-1227

Ganja Gourmet1810 S. BroadwayDenver, CO 80210(303) 282-9333

Grass Roots Organica399 Harrison St.Denver, CO 80209(303) 645-4881

Green Depot2020 S BroadwayDenver, CO 80210(303) 728-9962

Higher Ground, MMC2215 E. Mississippi Ave.Denver, CO 80209(303) 733-5500

Medicinal Oasis4400 E. Evans Ave.Denver CO 80222(303) 333-3338

Metro Cannabis Inc.4101 E. Wesley Ave., Ste 1Denver, CO 80222(720) 771-9866or (720) 542-3022

Mile High Remedies4155 E. Jewell Ave., Ste 310Denver, CO 80222(303) 419-3896

Nature’s Choice2128 S. Albion St.Denver, CO 80222(720) 447-3271

Patients Choice of Colorado2251 S. BroadwayDenver, CO 80210(303) 862-5016

Preferred Organic Therapy & Wellness1569 S. Colorado Blvd.Denver, CO 80222(303) 867-4POT

Rockbrook, Inc.2865 S. Colorado Blvd, Ste 323Denver, CO 80222(303) 756-0595

Rocky Mountain Caregivers285 S. Pearl St.Denver, CO 80209(720) 746-9655

Rocky Mountain Farmacy2420 S. Colorado BlvdDenver, CO 80222(303) 736-6597

Serenity Moon Wellness2018 S. University Blvd.Denver, CO 80210(303) 993-5466

THC: The Herbal Center1909 S. BroadwayDenver, CO 80210(303) 719-4372

The Cherry Co.111 S. Madison St.Denver, CO 80209(303) 399-6337

The Clinic on Holly1479 S. Holly St.Denver CO, 80222(303) 758-9114

The Health Center2777 S. Colorado BlvdDenver, CO 80222(303) 758-9997

The Herbal Cure985 S. Logan St.Denver, CO 80209(303) 777-9333

The Kind Room1881 S. BroadwayDenver CO, 80210(720) 242-8030

The Wellness Shop5885 E. Evans Ave.Denver CO, 80222(303) 756-3762

Universal Herbs4950 E. Evans Ave., Ste 106Denver, CO 80222(303) 756-1414

Walking Raven Dispensary2001 S. BroadwayDenver, CO 80210(720) 327-5613

Wellspring Collective1724 S. BroadwayDenver, CO 80210(303) 733-3113

DENVER SOUTHEAST

Alternative MedicineOf Southeast Denver6853 Leetsdale Dr.Denver, CO 80224(720) 941-8872

Altitude OrganicMedicine - South2250 S. Oneida St., Ste 204Denver, CO 80224(303) 756-8888

Altitude Wellness Center3435 S. Yosemite St., Ste 200Denver, CO 80231(303) 751-7888

BioHealth, LLC4380 S. Syracuse St., Ste 310Denver, CO 80237(720) 382-5950

BuddingHealth4955 S. Ulster St., #105Denver, CO 80237(303) 770-0470

Green Around you970 S. Oneida St., Ste 17Denver, CO 80224(303) 284-9075

Green Cross Caregivers1842 S. Parker Rd.Denver, CO 80231(303) 337-2229

SweetLeafCompassion Center5301 Leetsdale Dr.Denver, CO 80246(303) 955-8954

Tetra Hydro Center9206 E. Hampden Ave.Denver, CO 80231(303) 221-0331

Very Best Medicine(VBM Club)6853 Leetsdale Dr.Denver, CO 80224(720) 941-8872

Wellness Center330 S. Dayton St.Denver, CO 80247(303) 856-77983

DENVER SOUTHWESTSUBURBS

420 Wellness South2960 S. Federal BlvdDenver, CO 80236(303) 493-1787

A Mile High LLC63 W. Alameda Ave.Denver, CO 80223(303) 722-3420

Alameda Wellness Center183 W. Alameda Ave.Denver, CO 80223(303) 736-6999

Bud Cellar1450 S. Santa Fe Dr.Denver, CO 80223(720) 388-8420

Buds on Federal82 S. Federal BlvdDenver, CO 80219(303) 955-0070

CannaMart3700 W Quincy Ave., #3702Denver, CO 80236(303) 730-0420

Clovis, LLC4000 Morrison Rd.Denver, CO 80219(303) 284-3165

Colorado Wellness Inc.2057 S. BroadwayDenver, CO 80223(303) 862-5169

Denver Patients Center, LLC2070 S. Huron St.Denver, CO 80223(303) 733-3977

Denver Relief1 Broadway St.Denver, CO 80223(303) 420-MEDS

Earth’s Medicine74 Federal Blvd, Unit ADenver, CO 80219(720) 542-8513

Green Door MMJ Center155 Federal BlvdDenver, CO 80219(303) 362-1643

Green Tree Medical, LLC3222 S. Vance St.Denver, CO 80227(720) 838-1652

Home Sweet Home20 Sheridan BlvdDenver, CO 80226(303) 922-8777

Karmaceuticals4 S. Santa Fe Dr.Denver, CO 80223(303) 76-KARMA

Little Green Pharmacy1331 S. BroadwayDenver, CO 80223(303) 722-2133

Mr. Stinky’s314 Federal BlvdDenver, CO 80219(720) 243-0246(303) 736-6188

Mile High Therapeutics1568 S. Federal BlvdDenver, CO 80219(720) 389-9369

Nature’s Cure4283 W. Florida Ave.Denver, CO 80219(303) 934-9503

Rocky MountainMarijuana Dispensary1126 S. Sheridan BlvdDenver, CO 80232(303) 219-4884


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Rocky Mt. Organics1015 W. Evans Ave.Denver, CO 80223(720) 479-8905

Southwest Alternative Care1940 W. Mississippi Ave.Denver, CO 80223(303) 593-2931

The Candy GirlsDenver, CO 80219(303) 219-6020

The Healing House123 W. Alameda Ave.Denver, CO 80223(720) 389-6490

VIP Wellness Center2949 W. Alameda Ave.Denver, CO 80219(720) 379-3615

VIP Wellness Center 18501850 S. Federal BlvdDenver, CO 80219(303) 935-2694

DURANGO

Nature’s Own Wellness Center927 Highway 3Durango, CO 81301(720) 663-9554

Rocky Mountain High129 E. 32nd St.Durango, CO 81301(970) 259-3714

EDGEWATER

Bud Med Health Centers2517 Sheridan BlvdEdgewater, CO 80214(720) 920-9617

Greenwerkz5840 W. 25th Ave.Edgewater, CO 80214(303) 647-5210

New Age Medical2553 Sheridan BlvdEdgewater, CO 80214(303) 233-1322

Northern Lights Natural Rx2045 Sheridan Blvd, Ste BEdgewater, CO 80214(303) 274-6495

Pain Wellness Center2509 Sheridan BlvdEdgewater, CO 80214(720) 404-0174

EDWARDS

New HopeWellness Center210 Edwards Village Blvd, B-110Edwards, CO 81632(970) 569-3701

Rocky Mountain High105 Edwards Village BlvdEdwards, CO 81632(970) 926-4408

ELDORADO SPRINGS

Green Belly Co-OP3330 El Dorado Springs Dr.Eldorado Springs, CO 80025(720) 381-6187

ENGLEWOOD

ADG Herbal Medicine11 W. Hampden Ave.Englewood, CO 80113(303) 219-3129

Herbal Options3431 S. Federal Blvd, Unit GEnglewood, CO 80201(303) 761-9170

Nature’s KissMedical Lounge4332 S. BroadwayEnglewood, CO 80113(303) 484-9327

FEDERAL HEIGHTSColorado Patient Coalition9460 Federal BlvdFederal Heights, CO 80260(303) 427-0151

The Trim Shop, LLC1886 W. 92nd Ave.Federal Heights, CO 80260(303) 426-4993

FORT COLLINS

A Kind Place123 Drake Rd. Ste. BFort Collins, CO 80525(970) 282-3811

Abundant Healing351 Linden St.Fort Collins, CO 80524(970) 482-1451

Bonnee and Clyde’sCaring CannabisFort Collins, CO 80526(970) 443-6206

BuddingHealth1228 W Elizabeth St., Unit D8Fort Collins, CO 80521(970) 484-6337

Cannabis CareWellness Center227 Jefferson St.Fort Collins, CO 80524(970) 689-3210

Colorado-CHRONIXMedicinal CannabisCommunityFort Collins, CO 80526(970) 227-3366

Colorado Herbal Remedies1630 S. College Ave., Ste B1Fort Collins, CO 80525(970) 472-0203

Elite Green Organics804 S. College Ave.Fort Collins, CO 80524(970) 214-6626

Emerald Pathway4020 S. College Ave., Ste 11Fort Collins, CO 80525(970) 377-9950

Essence1740 S. College Ave.Fort Collins, CO 80525(970) 817-1965

FOCO Compassion Center232 E. Vine Dr.Fort Collins, CO 80524(970) 482-5994

Friendly Fire1802 Laporte Ave.Fort Collins, CO 80521(970) 631-8776

Kind Care of Colorado6617 S. College Ave.Fort Collins, CO 80526(970) 232-9410

Medicinal Gardensof Colorado420 S. Howes St., Ste D(Stone House)Fort Collins, CO 80521(970) 217-0575

Northern ColoradoNatural Wellness1125 W. Drake Rd.Fort Collins, CO 80526(970) 689-3273

Organic Alternatives346 E. Mountain Ave.Fort Collins, CO 80524(970) 221-7100

Solace Meds301 Smokey St., Unit AFort Collins, CO 80525(970) 225-6337

FOUNTAIN

Medical Herbs of Fountain66950 Hwy 85Fountain, CO 80817(303) 578-0809

FRISCO

Bioenergetic Healing Center842 N. Summit Blvd #13Frisco, CO 80443(970) 668-3514

Medical Marijuana of the Rockies720 Summit Blvd, Ste 101AFrisco, CO 80443(970) 668-MEDS

GARDEN CITy

Cloud 9 Caregivers2506 6th Ave.Garden City, CO 80631(970) 352-4119

Generations NaturalMedicine2647 8th Ave., Unit 8Garden City, CO 80631(970) 353-2839

GEORGETOWN

Clear Creek Wellness Center1402 Argentine St.Georgetown, CO 80444(303) 569-0444

GLENDALE

Nature’s Best4601 E. Mississippi Ave.Glendale, CO 80246(303) 386-3185

GLENWOOD SPRINGS

Botanica2520 S. Grand Ave., Ste 104Glenwood Springs, CO 81601(970) 945-1422

Green Medicine Wellness1030 Grand Ave.Glenwood Springs, CO 81601(970) 384-2026

Greenwerkz2922 S. Glen Ave.Glenwood Springs, CO 81601(970) 366-4600

GOLDEN

Golden Alternative Care807 14th St., Ste AGolden, CO 80401(303) 278-8870

Rocky MountainOrganic Medicine420 Corporate Cir. Ste iGolden, CO 80401(720) 230-9111

GRAND JUNCTION

Doobies, LLC239 27 ¼ Rd, Ste 1(on frontage road)Orchard Mesa/Grand Junction,CO 81503(970) 242-2281

Elk Mountain, LLC477 30 Rd.Grand Junction, CO 81504(970) 270-7229 or(970) 270-7452

Greenlight Care216 N Ave., #11Grand Junction, CO 81501(970) 609-MEDS

Heavenly Healing, LLC1225 N. 23rd St. #106Grand Junction, CO 81501(970) 242-2488

High Desert Dispensary, LLC1490 North Ave., Ste SGrand Junction, CO 81501(970) 424-5357

Highly Herbal2493 Hwy 6 &50 Unit 22Grand Junction, CO 81505(970) 255-0420

Mesa Alternative Healthand Wellness605 Grand Ave.Grand Junction, CO 81501(970) 424-5264

Naturals624 Rae Lynn Dr.Grand Junction, CO 81505(970) 424-5291

Nature’s Alternative2472 F Rd. Ste #14Grand Junction, CO 81505(970) 245-2680

Nature’s Medicine1001 Patterson Rd. #1Grand Junction, CO 81506(970) 424-5393

Weeds719 Pitkin Ave.Grand Junction, CO 81501(970) 245-4649

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HIGHLANDS RANCH

Hatch Wellness Center 3624 E. Highlands RanchPkwy., #105Highlands Ranch, CO 80126(303) 470-9270

IDAHO SPRINGS

420 Highways2801 Colorado Blvdidaho Springs, CO 80452(303) 567-9400

Mountain Medicinals, Inc.1800 Colorado Blvd, Ste 5idaho Springs, CO 80452(303) 567-4211

LAFAyETTE

420 Highways201 E. Simpson St., Ste BLafayette, CO 80026(720) 434-5210

Ka-tet Wellness Services489 N. Highway 287, Ste 201Lafayette, CO 80026(303) 665-5599

LAKEWOOD

Colorado Medical Marijuana LLC3600 S. Wadsworth Blvd, Unit BLakewood, CO 80235(303) 625-4012

Compassionate PainManagement 1585 Quail St. Unit 13BLakewood, CO 80215(303) 232-3620

Green MeadowsWellness Center1701 Kipling St., Ste 104Lakewood, CO 80215(720) 435-3830

Kind Pain Management Inc.2636 Youngfield St.Lakewood, CO 80215(303) 237-KiND(5463)

Lakewood PatientResource Center7003 W. Colfax Ave.Lakewood, CO 80214(303) 955-5190

Mr. Nice Guys12550 W. Colfax Ave., Unit 119Lakewood, CO 80215(303) 233-6423

Pain Management of Colorado9114 W. 6th Ave.Lakewood, CO 80226(720) 389-5979

Pain Management of Colorado3600 S. Wadsworth BlvdLakewood, CO 80232(303) 986-5353

Pain Management of Colorado12018 W. Jewell Ave.Lakewood, CO 80228(303) 945-4966

Post Modern Health5660 W. Alameda Ave.Lakewood, CO 80226(303) 922-9479

Rocky Mountain Ways, LLC1391 Carr St., Unit 303Lakewood, CO 80214(303) 238-1253

Rocky MountainWellness Center1630 Carr St., Unit CLakewood, CO 80214(303) 736-6366

The Healing House10712 W. AlamedaLakewood, CO 80226(303) 988-5255

LARKSPUR

Larkspur Herbal Services(inside Pony Express-o Cafe)9080 S. Spruce Mountain Rd.Larkspur, CO 80118(303) 681-3112

LITTLETON

Blue Sky Care Connection1449 W. Littleton Blvd, Ste 106Littleton, CO 80120(720) 283-6447

CannaMart72 E. Arapahoe Rd.Littleton, CO 80122(303) 771-1600

Green Mountain Care5423 S. Prince St.Littleton, CO 80120(303) 862-6571

Mother Nature’s Miracle315 W. Littleton BlvdLittleton, CO 80120(303) 794-3246

The Hemp Center2430 W. Main St.Littleton, CO 80120(303) 993-7824

LONGMONT

Colorado Patients First1811 Hover St., Ste GLongmont, CO 80501(303) 449-1170

Longmont Cannabis Club650 2nd Ave, Ste ALongmont, CO 80501(720) 340-1420

Nature’s Medicine1260 S. Hover Rd., Ste CLongmont, CO 80501(303) 772-7188

Stone Mountain Wellness600 Airport Rd., Bldg A, Ste F1Longmont, CO 80503(303) NUG-WEED or(303) 803-3062

The Blueberry Twist725 Main St.Longmont, CO 80501(303) 651-7842

The Longmont Apothecary1314 Coffman St.Longmont, CO 80501(303) 702-4402

The Zen Farmacy323 3rd Ave., Ste 3Longmont, CO 80501(303) 774-1ZEN (1936)

LOUISVILLE

AlterMeds1156 W. Dillon Rd., #3Louisville, CO 80227(720) 389-6313

Compassionate PainManagement1116 W. Dillon Rd., Ste 7Louisville, CO 80027(303) 665-5596

LOVELAND

Cannabis Care WellnessCenter1505 N. Lincoln Ave.Loveland, CO 80210(970) 613-1600

Colorado Canna Care129 S. Cleveland Ave.Loveland, CO 80537(970) 593-1180

Magic’s Emporium2432 E. 13th St.Loveland, CO 80537(970) 397-1901(970) 667-4325

MedicalM, LTD(970) 669-5105

Organic Roots418 8th St. SE, Unit A6Loveland, CO 80537(970) 624-6030

Smithstonian123 N. Lincoln Ave.Loveland, CO 80537(303) 578-0809

LyONS

Headquarters Emporium& Dispensary310 Main St.Lyons, CO 80540(303) 598-3089

MANITOU SPRINGS

Physician Preferred Products1118 Manitou Ave.Manitou Springs, CO 80829(719) 344-5480

MONTROSE

ColoMed Center4860 N. Townsend Ave.Montrose, CO 81401(970) 252-8880

MONUMENT

Palmer DivideGreen Meds(303) 912-2818

MOUNTAIN VIEW

Berkeley MMC, LLC4103 Sheridan BlvdMountain View, CO 80212(720) 389-8081

Medicinal Wellness Center5430 W. 44th Ave.Mountain View, CO 80212(303) 333-3338

NEDERLAND

Grateful Meds110 Snyder St.Nederland, CO 80466(303) 258-7703

NEDICATE, LLC150 N. Jefferson St., Ste B-3Nederland, CO 80466(303) 258-7141

Tea Alchemy98 Hwy 119 South, Ste 2Nederland, CA 80466(303) 258-3561

NORTHGLENN

Green Medical ReferralsClinic - Northglenn10781 Washington St.Northglenn, CO 80233(303) 495-5000

Physician Preferred Products2100 E. 112th Ave.Northglenn, CO 80233(303) 381-6134

The Green Solution470 Malley Dr.Northglenn, CO 80233(303) 990-9723

PAGOSA SPRINGS

Good Earth MedsPO Box 1149Pagosa Springs, CO 81147(970) 731-2175

PALISADE

Colorado AlternativeHealth Care125 Peach Ave., Unit BPalisade, CO 81526(970) 424-5844

PALMER LAKE

Mile High Holistics626 Hwy 105Palmer Lake, CO 80133(719) 291-3335

Palmer Lake Wellness Center850 Commercial Ln.Palmer Lake, CO 80133(719) 488-9900

PUEBLO

Grassland Greenhouse LLCPueblo, CO 81004(719) 671-8857

Inthebowl.LLCPueblo, CO 81007(330) 703-7500

PUEBLO WEST

Marisol TherapeuticsWellness Center177 Tiffany Dr.Pueblo West, CO 81007(719) 547-4000 or(800) 584-MARi (6274)

Rocky Mountain HerbalHealth Center434 S. McCulloch Blvd, Ste 1Pueblo West, CO 81007(719) 562-0420


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SALIDA

Medical 4207595 West Hwy 50Salida, CO 81201(719) 214-9515

SILVERTHORNE

High Country Healing191 Blue River PkwySilverthorne, CO 80497(970) 468-7858

STEAMBOAT SPRINGS

Aloha’s MedicalMarijuana Center21600 US Hwy 40Milner, CO 80487(970) 875-0420(970) 846-7490

Rocky Mountain Remedies2750 Downhill Plaza #205Steamboat Springs, CO 80487(970) 871-2768

VICTOR

Phantom Canyon Apothecary415 Victor Ave.Victor, CO 80860(719) 689-5560

WESTMINSTER

Colorado Patient Coalition9460 Federal BlvdWestminster, CO 80260(303) 427-0151

Herbal Remedies3200 W. 72nd Ave.Westminster, CO 80030(303) 430-0420

WHEAT RIDGE

Colorado Dispensary Services4045 Wadsworth Blvd #270Wheat Ridge, CO 80033(303) 431-4994

NatuRx10107 W. 37th Pl.Wheat Ridge, CO 80033(303) 420-PAiN (7246)

WINDSOR

A New DawnWellness Clinic520 ½ Main St.Windsor, CO 80550(970) 599-6896

In Harmony Wellness4630 Royal Vista Cir., Ste 12Windsor, CO 80528(970) 222-5555

WOODLAND PARK

Comfort Care Centers1750 East Highway 24Woodland Park, CO 80863(719) 686-8144

DOCTORSAll Colorado Medical Doctors1624 Market St., Ste 202Denver, CO 80202(303) 625-4012

All Colorado Medical Doctors44 Cook St., Ste 100Denver, CO 80206(303) 625-4012

AmarimedDr. Alan Shackelford2257 S BroadwayDenver, CO 80210(720) 532-4744

Boulder Compassionate Care5330 Manhattan Cir., Ste ABoulder, CO 80303(303) 554-2004

CannaMed USA1750 30th St.Boulder, CO 80301(877) 420-MEDS

CannaMed USA2935 Galley Rd.Colorado Springs, CO 80909(877) 420-MEDS

CannaMed USA6855 Leetsdale Dr.Denver, CO 80224(877) 420-MEDS

CannaMed USA650 2nd Ave, Ste BLongmont, CO 80501(877) 420-MEDS

Colorado Compassionate Physicians5030 Boardwalk Dr., Ste 4Colorado Springs, CO 80907(719) 388-6966

Colorado MedicalMarijuana LLC3431 S. Federal Blvd, Unit FEnglewood, CO 80110(303) 625-4012

Colorado MedicalMarijuana LLC3600 S. Wadsworth Blvd Unit BLakewood, CO 80235(303) 625-4012

Colorado MedicalMarijuana LLC9233 Park Meadows Dr.Lone Tree, CO 80124(303) 635-4012

GrassRoots Medical Clinic4450 Arapahoe Ave., Ste 100Boulder, CO 80303(303) 499-9399

Grass Roots Medical Clinic1635 Foxtrail Dr.Loveland, CO 80538(303) 499-9399

Happyclinicdenver.com1211 S. Parker Rd., #101Denver, CO 80231(720) 747-9999

Health Star MedicalEvaluation Clinic710 E. Speer BlvdDenver, CO 80203(303) 586-1200

Herbal Health Systems1235 Lake Plaza Dr., Ste 221Colorado Springs, CO 80903(719) 576-HERBor (877) 304-HERB

Herbal Health Systems405 S. Platte River Dr. Ste 1ADenver, CO 80223(303) 237-1223or (877) 304-HERB

Herbal Health Systems2995 Baseline Rd. Ste 110Boulder, CO 80303(303) 237-1223or (877) 304-HERB

Herbal Health Systems1014 Eagleridge Blvd, Unit APueblo, CO 81008(720) 279-2379 or (877) 304-HERB

Holos Health3000 Center Green Dr., Ste 130Boulder, CO 80302(720) 273-3568

MMD- The MedicalMarijuana Doctors600 Grant St. #350Denver, CO 80203(303) 309-6704 or (720) 287-3440

Mobile Doctors of AmericaDenver, CO 80204 (720) 329-1600 www.MDARX.org

New Leaf Wellness1325 Broadway, Ste 211Boulder, CO 80302(303) 408-9122

OMM AlternativeA MMJ Evaluation Center3611 Galley Rd.Colorado Springs, CO 80909(719) 591-4201

Relaxed Clarity1006 Depot Hill Rd., Ste 100Broomfield, CO 80020(970) 412-5955

Sunshine Wellness Center19 N. Tejon St., Ste 45Colorado Springs, CO 80905(719) 632-6192

SMOKESHOPSBlown Glass andAccessories4815 E. Colfax Ave.Denver, CO 80220(303) 388-1882

Buddha’s & Goudha’sEnlightened Smoke Shop2009 13th St.Boulder, CO 80302(303) 284-1622 Emergency Room5070 Federal BlvdDenver, CO 80221(303) 386-4340

Head Quarters1301 Marion St.Denver, CO 80218(303) 830-2444

Heads of State3015 W. 44th Ave.Denver, CO 80211(303) 433-6585

Heads of State9715 W. Colfax Ave.Lakewood, CO 80215(303) 202-9400

Herbal Daze Smoke Shop6525 N. Federal BlvdDenver, CO 80221(303) 427-1445

High Fashion Glass42 S. BroadwayDenver, CO 80209(303) 766-5473 or(303) 766-5437

High on the Hill1325 N. Broadway, Ste 214Boulder, CO 80302(303) 545-9333

High Society Smoke Shop608 9th Ave.Longmont, CO 80501(303) 502-7620

Lazy J’s Smoke Shop10672 W. Alameda Ave.Lakewood, CO 80226(303) 985-2113

Smoking Lowell4986 Lowell Blvd Unit ADenver, CO 80221(303) 433-4515

Wonderland 817 10th St.Greeley, CO 80631(970) 353-9737

DELIVERySERVICESA1 Mobile Meds (MMJ)Commerce City, CO 80022(720) 422-0503

Alternative Health CenterLittleton, CO 80165(720) 227-5816

Chronic ExpressDenver, CO 80224(303) 656-7300

Colorado CannabisTherapy, LLCGrand Junction, CO 81501(970) 460-3017

Dignity Group LLCDenver, CO 80218(303) 238-4428

Dr. Green GenesDenver, CO 80202(720) 329-3643

Herbal Delivery ServicesDenver, CO 80210(303) 868-0242

High Country CaregiversDenver, CO 80203(720) 382-0890

Mile High Relief CenterDenver, CO(303) 886-7030

Mobile Dispensary LLCDenver, CO 80220(303) 396-5710

Nature’s Medicine -PagosaPagosa Springs, CO 81447(970) 507-0148

Victory GardensGrand Junction, CO 80501(970) 314-5725

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DISPENSARy ListingZen CafeDenver, CO 80203(720) 306-8339

INSURANCEGreen Point Insurance Group11479 S. Pine Dr.Parker, CO 80134(303) 841-8999

CREDITSERVICESBest Card, LLC7108 S Alton WayCentennial, CO 80112(303) 741-2313

Dispensary Credit CardProcessing7108 S. Alton Way, Bldg G,Ste 101ACentennial, CO 80112(303) 981-8885

LAWyERSRachel K. Gillette801 Main St, Ste 210Loouisville, CO 80027(303) 665-0860

The Joffe Law FirmDanyel S. Joffe & Sheri Gidan1626 Washington St.Denver, CO 80203(303) 757-6572

SECURITyUrban Armor(719) 209-7870(719) [email protected]@urbarmor.com

Watchpoint, LLC5971 Omaha BlvdColorado Springs, CO 80918(877) 277-6540

OTHER BUSINESSES8 Rivers Restaurant1550 Blake St.Denver, CO 80202(303) 623-3422

420 Sciencewww.420science.com

Anti-Aging and Wellness(970) 381-1621www.myorenda.com/tammyhiattmonaco

Baked At a Mile High(720) [email protected]

Bennett Bail Bonds(303) 663-1010

BioTrack THC(720) 432-5051www.BioTrackTHC.com

Botanic Labs1110 Boston Ave., Ste GLongmont, CO 80501(303) 260-8203

Bowl Mole www.bowlmole.com

CannaPunch(303) [email protected]

CannLabs(720) 998-9454www.cannlabs.com

Catnipswww.catnipcannabis.com

Cheeba Chewswww.cheebachews.com

Cool Jars(714) 602-2169www.cooljars.com

CQB K-9www.cqbk9.com(719) 494-0345

Dazyswww.dazys.info(303) 818-0083

Delta 9 Tekhnologe(720) 327-2903www.d9tek.com

Denver Mile Hydro355 S. Harlan St.Lakewood, CO 80226(303) 935-GROW (4769)

Dixie Elixirs(866) 928-1623www.dixieelixirs.com

Doobtubes(510) 677-6053 or(303) 955-5190www.doobtubin.com

Dragon Chewerhttp://dragonchewer.com/(213) 973-DRGN

Enlightened Platypuswww.enlightenedplatypus.com

EZ ATM(888) 884-4ATM (4286)www.ezatms.com

FantazmoFarmaceuticalsSouth DenverDenver, CO 80219(562) 209-0632

Full Spectrum Labsfullspectrumlaboratories.com(720) 335-LABS

Ganja Gourmet Wholesale1810 S. BroadwayDenver, CO 80210(303) 282-9333

Genovation LaboratoriesColorado Springs, CO 80907(719) 632-6026

Global TransactionSolutions(800) 728-6597 ext. 1616 www.globatrax.com

Greenfaith MinistryP.O. Box 024Nunn, CO 80648(307) 221-2180

GrowBot.com(888) 391-4522(949) 226-4468www.growbot.com

High Tech Garden Supply5275 Quebec St.Commerce City, CO 80022(720) 222-0772

Independent Records & Video 3030 E. Platte Ave. Colorado Springs, CO 80909 (719) 473-0882 Independent Records & Video 123 E. Bijou St. Colorado Springs, CO 80903 (719) 520-5111 Independent Records & Video 3040 W. Colorado Ave. Colorado Springs, CO 80904 (719) 477-9058

Independent Records & Video 937 E. Colfax Ave. Denver, CO 80218 (303) 863-8668 Independent Records & Video 420 W. 4th St. Pueblo, CO 81003 (719) 543-9501

Installation Shoe Gallery1955 Broadway Ave.Boulder, CO 80302(303) 440-3820

Joe’s Salon & Barbers2260 S. Quebec St., Unit 4Denver, CO 80231(303) 695-8004

Keef Cola(303) 530-0382www.keefcola.com

KindReviews.comwww.kindreviews.com

Lil Ballerz Clothing823 10th St.Greeley, CO 80631(970) 301-4902www.lilballerz.com

Lindsay’s Boulder Deli1148 Pearl St.Boulder, CO 80302(303) 443-9032

Mari-growww.mari-gro.com

marQaha medicatedbeverageswww.marQaha.com

MersaTech8795 Ralston Rd., Ste 225Arvada, CO 80002(303) 955-2655

Mile High Mike(719) 646-2984www.milehighmike.com

Mile Hydro355 S. Harlan St.Lakewood, CO 80226(303) 935-GROW

MMAPRP. O. Box 40878Denver, CO 80204(303) 386-4001www.MMAPR.org

MMJ Daily Dealswww.mmjDailyDeals.com

OrganaLabs(720)-412-5194www.organalabs.com

OTD Cycle Sports7010 E. Colfax Ave.Denver, CO 80220(303) 399-5447

Plant Medicine ExpoHealthCare ProviderConferenceplantmedicineexpo.com(303) 991-6196

Rest and Relaxtion(720) 276-5956

RxHydrowww.rxhydro.com(304) 69Hydro(304) 694-9376

Safer ColoradoDenver, CO 80204(303) 861-0033www.saferchoice.org

Sensible ColoradoP.O. Box 18768Denver, CO 80218(720) 890-4247sensiblecolorado.org

Super Closet(877) GROW-SUPER(877) 476-9787www.supercloset.com

Tastee yummeesP.O. Box 181457Denver, CO 80205(720) 937-1559

The 420 Dealwww.The420Deal.com

The Comfort Café3945 Tennyson St.Denver, CO 80212(303) 728-9251

The Mad HatterCoffee & Tea Co.P.O. Box 140266Edgewater, CO 80214(505) 690-1316www.MadHatterCoffeeandTea.com

The Pleasure Caféwww.thepleasurecafe.com

The Pure Gourmet(303) 501-3967www.thepuregourmet.com

Tingly TreatsDenver, CO 80204(720) 545-8322www.tinglytreats.com

Trim Solutions www.trimsolutionsstore.com

VapeRXwww.vapeRX.com

Vortex Water Pipeswww.vortexwaterpipes.com

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1BigDaddy.com p 90

3-D Denver Discreet Dispensary p 38

420 Wellness p 69

ADG Herbal Medicine p 129

Alive Herbal Medicine p 37

Altermeds LLC p 11

Alternative Wellness Center p 38

American’s for Safe Access p 100

A Mile High p 13 & insert

At Home Remedies p 56

B Goods p 9

Ballpark Holistic p 13, 56 & insert

Back to the Garden Health & Wellness Center p 41

BC Inc. p 29

BioCare p 62

Bio Health Wellness p 16

Blown Glass p 74

Botica Del Sol p 13 & insert

Broadway Wellness p 5

Bud Cellar p 65

Buddha’s and Goudha’s p 26

Canna Mart p 51

Cannabicare p 59

Cannabinoids MMJ p 68

Cannabis 4 Health p 39

Canna Club p 12 & 13

Cannacopia p 16

Cheeba Chews p 31 & 95

Chef Herb p 94

Chronic Wellness p 3

Colorado Care Facility Inc. p 71

Colorado Cannabis Caregivers p 52

Colorado Dispensary Services p 26

Delta 9 Tekhnologe (insert)

DenCo p 30

Denver Kush Club p 61

Dixie Elixirs p 70

Doctors Orders p 21

Doctors Orders Co. Springs p 47

Emergency Room p 47

Evergreen Apothecary p 32

Full Spectrum Labs p 36

Ganja Gourmet p 15

Good Chemistry p 48

Grassroots p 58

Grass Roots Organica p 7

Green Medical p 85

Green Miracle Medicinals p 13 & insert

Green Mountain Care (backcover)

Greenpoint Insurance p 94

Greenwerkz p 128

Health Point Wellness Consultants p 13 & insert

Herbal Connections LLC p 25

Herbal Remedies p 2

Herb Medicinals p 13 & insert

Higher Ground p 22

Karmaceuticals p 17

Keef Cola p 33

Kindness Medical Cannabis Center p 4

Kind Reviews p 64

Kush Brand Clothing p 105

Kushism (centerfold)

Lil Ballerz Clothing p 51

M3 Direct / MMJ Daily Deals p 76

Maggie’s Farm p 52

MarQaha p 91

Maryjanes p 41

Medical Herbs of Fountain p 13 & insert

Medicine Man p 51

Mersa Tech p 52

Metro Cannabis p 32

Mile High Remedies p 13 & insert

MMD of Colorado p 49

MMJ America p 131

Natural Remedies MMJ p 83

Natures Best p 13 & insert

Nature’s Kiss p 27

NCIA p 108

Pain Management of CO p 93

Patient’s Choice p 49

PortaPower p 42

Post Modern Health p 61

Pure Medical Dispensary p 130

Rob Corry, Esq. p 41

Rocky Mountain MMJ Dispensary p 48

Rocky Mountain Organic Medicine p 45

Rocky Mountain Wellness p 13 & insert

Rocky Road Remedies p 24

Safer p 109

Sense of Healing p 75

Sensible CO p 108

Serenity Moon p 43

Smithsonian p 13 & insert

Southwest Alternative Care p 87

Stone Mountain Wellness p 13 & insert

Summit Wellness p 57

Sweet Leaf p 16

Tender Healing Care p 77

The Grasshopper Alt. Medicine p 19

The Hemp Center p 26

The Releaf Center p 58

The Trim Shop p 92

Timberline Herbal Clinic & Wellness Center p 18

Today’s Health Care p 79

Top Buds p 13 & insert

UF4A p 101

Urban Dispensary p 18

Ute City Medicinals p 13 & insert

Walking Raven Dispensary p 92

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