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pg. 06 Safer Smoking: Everything You Need to Know Before You Light Up

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Letter from the Editor Hello, fellow canna-lovers!

October and November mark the close of harvest season, and with everything going on in the world, this harvest's abundance is greatly appreciated. New strain offerings are available after harvest, giving us even more opportunities to explore the beautiful green. While the season's vibes encourage staying in and cuddling up with some green and a good book or movie, it is also a vital time to get informed and engaged with your community. As elections get closer, I encourage you to invest time in staying informed and actively participating in your community. Being a knowledgeable citizen takes a lot of work, but that’s where Green Eugene and the green good come in handy, offering a way to relax and decompress when the politics get too overwhelming. I hope this issue encourages your civic engagement while also giving you some fun and pleasure.

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Contents

Editor-in-Chief

Javay Frye-Nekrasova Lead Designer

Magnolia Schnobrich

Safer Smoking

Strain Of The Month

Everything You Need to Know Before You Light Up

Cover Photographer

Magnolia Schnobrich Cover Models

Parker Kirkwood Sarah Rembisz Willow Biasi Writers

Rowan Craig Tristan Kiyan Alexa Smith Designers and Illustrators

Asha Mohan Magnolia Schnobrich Miles Bernell Morgan Powell Sophia Leuthold Photographers

Kayl Wohl Magnolia Schnobrich Morgan Powell Tristan Kiyan

Gooch Goblin

High Recommendation Time to Game

Cannabis On The Ballot

Whats In My Dime Bag?

Budtender Spotlight

Munchies Recommendation

Strain - O - Scopes

Josh Massie

Student Sales Manager

Elliot Byrne

Account Executives

Ava Mreen Daniel Petilli Tyren Viloria

Paper Plate BBQ

Safer Smoking: Everything You Need to Know Before You Light Up Written by Javay Frye-Nekrasova | Designed & Illustrated by Morgan Powell

October is an important time in cannabis culture, as it is the time of harvest. It is also back-to-school season for most colleges and universities in Oregon, which means it’s also a popular time for people to dip their toes into the world of cannabis. With so many people considering trying cannabis for the first time, it’s the perfect time to offer some guiding information, especially for younger adults entering the fray.

The Basics of Cannabis Depending on your experience and knowledge of cannabis, you may already understand the types of cannabis: indica, sativa, and hybrid. Indica is commonly known as the “in-da-couch” type of cannabis that will knock you out. Sativa is often considered the strain that people are productive on after enjoying, and hybrids straddle the two. While this is a very widely shared piece of knowledge, it is definitely an oversimplification of cannabis. While the difference between indica, sativa, and hybrid is important to know, the terpenes matter a bit more, especially if you are new to cannabis. Terpenes are the chemical compounds that create the flavors and aromas of cannabis and work with THC to produce different effects. Terpenes are what I recommend everyone just getting

into cannabis learn more about. There are six terpenes that are commonly found in cannabis: Myrcene, Caryophyllene, Limonene, Pinene, Linalool, and Humulene. Each terpene is going to create different effects. Myrcene is popular for people seeking a relaxation or sleep-aid cannabis strain. Many users report Caryophyllene is good for stress and pain relief, while Limonene relieves stress and lifts moods. Pinene helps with focus; Linalool lowers anxiety and calms; and Humulene helps manage hunger and the munchies. Knowing the effects of different terpenes will allow you to shop for cannabis with a better understanding of how it will impact you. So, when you make your next trip to the dispensary, consider swapping the question of “what’s the strongest THC?” to “what do you have with X terpene?”

Consuming Safely There are numerous ways to consume cannabis – it doesn’t just have to be smoked anymore. There seems to be a new mode or method of consumption hitting the market, and while it makes space for people to find what works for them, there is not as much discussion of what the different modes of consumption really mean and do. There are four ways to consume cannabis: inhalation (aka smoking), ingestible (aka edibles), sublingual (aka tinctures), and topicals. The most important things to consider when it comes to choosing a consumption method:

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Timing – this is in reference to how long it takes to feel the effects of

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the cannabis. Of all the modes of consumption, inhalation has the shortest time before effects are felt. Duration – this speaks to how long the effects of the cannabis will last. The length of a high is going to be impacted by a lot of different variables, from the amount consumed, the strength of the cannabis in it, how much you have eaten that day, and how much water you’ve had. Effects – this is about the feelings and sensations that come from the cannabis. Depending on consumption, the effects may just be physical, they may be more mental, or they may be a combination of things.

Knowing your body and mind is important when it comes to cannabis consumption. While the timing, duration, and effects do differ based on the cannabis consumed, the real factor of impact is yourself. Everyone’s body is different, and how your body responds to cannabis can vary based on so many things. One of the biggest rules of safe consumption is: Start Slow! If you don’t have an understanding of timing when it comes to cannabis, then you can easily fall into the misstep of consuming more because you aren’t “feeling anything”. This is what happens to people during their first attempt with edibles, because the onset time is much longer, and so people get impatient

and decide to take some more. When the effects are finally starting to hit, it is much harder than intended. So save yourself the trouble and start slow.

Creating a Safe Environment As you get into cannabis, you have to prepare your space just as much as the materials that will be used. While it might seem like cannabis is just a matter of lighting up, your environment plays a major role in your overall experience. This isn’t just a matter of your physical space, but also your mental space.

is a human adult (preferably with a driver’s license – just in case of an emergency). Having a sober buddy with you for your first few experiences helps to ensure that you are taken care of and safe. Another recommendation for a safer cannabis experience is not to mix it with other substances or alcohol. Until you know

your body and yourself under the influence of cannabis, it is not the best move to mix it with anything else. I do want to express, though, that even when you are experienced with cannabis, mixing is not recommended. While culturally cannabis is portrayed as a low-stakes substance, it is still a substance that has the ability to alter your mind and your body. For this reason, taking safety precautions and being knowledgeable and informed is extremely important and just as important with cannabis as it is with something like alcohol.

If you are not in a good place mentally when consuming cannabis, those thoughts can become amplified. Due to this, I recommend checking in with your emotions and mood before consuming cannabis. If you feel like you are in a negative headspace, maybe take a walk or touch some grass to ground yourself before adding cannabis. When it comes to preparing your space, you want to make sure you have everything you might want or need in advance. My first time smoking put me in the couch, and I was not getting up for anything. Luckily, I had someone with me who was more experienced with cannabis and was able to get me anything I needed. Some things you might want to have ready are water, a snack, a blanket or sweatshirt, and the remote control within reach. Another consideration for your first few cannabis experiences is the who of it all, meaning who you are consuming with. I recommend never smoking alone when you are first getting started with cannabis. Choosing the right canna-buddy is pretty straightforward. You want someone who, ideally, has experience with cannabis, makes you feel safe and comfortable, and

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Written & Photographed by Javay Frye-Nekrasova Designed & Illustrated by Sophia Leuthold October is so many things: harvest time for growers, spooky season and Halloween, as well as Kinktober – a time for all things kink and BDSM. So, you can only imagine how much I love this month as a Halloweenloving, witchy, stoner sex educator! Going out to search for the strain of the month, my only mission was to find something that matched the vibes of this month. I will admit, I didn’t have the highest hopes for finding something that would speak to everything I love about the month of October. So, you can imagine my surprise when I walked into Amazon Organics dispensary on a gloomy Friday afternoon and saw a hybrid strain named Gooch Goblin on the screens! You may be wondering how a strain named Gooch Goblin meets the vibes of October; let me explain. Gooch is also a slang term for excellent or awesome, which I think is always a good sign when it comes to flower. Now, Goblin is pretty self-explanatory in terms of its connection to the Halloween vibes, but it is also a great description of me after a good smoke session. I become a snack goblin when the munchies hit, so overall, Gooch Goblin is a prime strain for the vibes of October. I saw “Gooch Goblin” flashing on the screen, similar to how Beetlejuice’s name flashed when he first made his appearance in the movie. Based on the name and price alone, I had no hesitation in my voice when I asked the budtender for a eighth. Gooch Goblin is an indica-leaning hybrid at 27% THC, with caryophyllene, limonene, and myrcene terpenes. It is a crossbreed of RS11 and Drippin’ Ain't Easy. When I got home, I gleefully popped open the plastic canister and was blown away by the aroma of Gooch Goblin. It has a depth of smell that is a mix of woody, herby, and subtly sweet. Its aroma kind of makes me think of a wood nymph that smells like cinnamon when they twirl; I don’t know how else to describe it. My husband described the scent as earthy, spicy, and citrusy, while my best friend said it was dank, earthy, and citrusy.

For me, the Gooch Goblin gave me the most embodied high I’ve had in a while. That wasn’t the case for my husband, who felt relaxed but had no other physical sensations. My best friend, Heidi, was similar to me, feeling quite floaty after smoking the Gooch Goblin. If you have been looking to feel more in your body, then Gooch Goblin might be just what you need. Smoking Gooch Goblin was nice, smooth, and easy, so much so that I was worried it wasn’t going to hit hard. I was extremely mistaken, which came back to bite me with the intense cottonmouth that followed. I was fighting to open my mouth and talk; it had me feeling like my mouth was the desert you have to cross to get to Hamunaptra. So take this as a warning to have your water or some other beverage prepared ahead of enjoying some Gooch Goblin. One of the most surprising experiences with Gooch Goblin is that it didn’t lead to the strongest munchies, which I know my husband appreciated. If you are looking for a strain that will get you in your body, dry out your mouth, but keep the munchies at bay, while leaning into the vibes of Spooky season (and Kinktober), I highly recommend Gooch Goblin!

Strain of the Month

Gooch Goblin

Time to Game Written by Rowan Craig | Designed & Illustrated by Miles Bernell

Boyfriend Dungeon

Titanfall 2

Fallout: New Vegas Dead By Daylight

Hollow Knight

ost stoners I know tend to have some activity or hobby that they enjoy pairing with their high. For many, this is listening to music, or perhaps watching movies, or possibly even reading. For me, it is and has always been video games. There are very few experiences that can beat smoking a joint and sitting down to play an incredible game. For those of you who have yet to experience such a magical feeling, or are looking for your next game to play stoned, I’ve compiled a few recommendations based on different genres.

(PC, PlayStation, Xbox)

atmospheric and enjoy the creativity of coming up with their own characters.

First, we have a game which I would consider to be a timeless masterpiece within the relatively played-out first-person shooter (FPS) genre. Developed by Respawn Entertainment as a sequel to their 2014 game Titanfall, Titanfall 2 was released in 2016. In the game, players can either control a “pilot” or their “Titan” (a large bipedal robot controlled by the pilot). These two modes of gameplay offer a very balanced experience overall and prevent things from becoming stale too quickly. The “pilots” gameplay is focused around fast-paced runand-gun shooting, which is paired with extremely satisfying movement controls that allow for infinite creativity. The “Titan” gameplay, on the other hand, centers around a slower, clunkier style which helps the power and scale of the titans really shine. This game is perfect for stoners looking for fast-paced, high-octane action and satisfying expression through movement.

Horror: Dead By Daylight

Role-playing Game: Fallout: New Vegas

(PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch)

(PC, PlayStation, Xbox) Chances are, if you’ve been around the gaming community, that you’ve heard of this game and how good it is. I’m here to tell you that it is, in fact, that good. Developed by Obsidian Entertainment and released in 2010 as a part of the hit Fallout series, Fallout: New Vegas has earned its place as one of the greatest role-playing games (RPGs) of all time. With hours of side content to play, a main storyline that allows for players to make their own impactful choices, and one of the most robust dialogue systems in gaming, there are few pleasures greater than hitting a bong and roaming the irradiated Mojave. This game is perfect for stoners who want something a little more mellow and

(PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch) While some might consider this to be a somewhat unorthodox pick for the Horror genre, I feel that this is the perfect horror game for the average stoner. Developed by Behaviour Interactive and released in 2016, Dead By Daylight has something for all types of horror fans. The gameplay consists of four survivors who must go about completing tasks while being hunted by a killer; this setup allows for a balanced spread of terrifying moments and wacky hijinks. If that sounds too scary, however, there’s always the option of becoming the killer yourself and striking fear into the hearts of those survivors. This game is perfect for stoners who want to share frights and laughter with their friends and enjoy the horror aesthetic.

Romance: Boyfriend Dungeon

This might be one of my favorite dating games ever released. If you’re someone who doesn’t usually go for dating games or is put off by this game’s title, do not let that dissuade you from trying this game out. Developed by Kitfox Games and released in 2021, Boyfriend Dungeon combines wacky worldbuilding, fun and inventive gameplay, and sappy romance to create the perfect romance game for all stoners. In the game, the player character must develop relationships with sentient weapon people through visual novelstyle gameplay; the player must then use said sentient weapon person to fight through dungeons in fast-paced dungeon-crawler-style gameplay. For those worried by the title, fear not; the game also boasts female and

nonbinary characters for you to romance and wield. This game is perfect for stoners who want to immerse themselves in a silly and fun world, as well as stoners who are looking for more in-depth mechanics in their dating games.

Adventure: Hollow Knight (PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch) Finally, we come to one of the most beautiful gaming experiences I’ve ever had the privilege of experiencing. Developed by Team Cherry and released in 2017, Hollow Knight is one of the most visually stunning and immersive games I’ve ever played. The game’s vast, sprawling setting and nonlinear gameplay help encourage the player to explore every nook and cranny of the game’s beautiful world. The exploration combined with the game’s simple mechanics and challenging fights creates an extremely satisfying gameplay loop that is hard to replicate. With unbeatable gameplay, visuals, and soundtrack, the game provides a unique and truly special experience for the player that is hard to find elsewhere. This game is perfect for stoners who enjoy beautiful and atmospheric visuals and incredible soundtracks, as well as the satisfaction that comes from besting a challenge.

High Recommendation

First-Person Shooter: Titanfall 2

So what are you waiting for? Get out there and find out what game will elevate your next high. And remember, you’re never too old to smoke weed and play video games.

Cannabis on the Ballot

Written by Javay Frye-Nekrasova | Designed & Illustrated by Sophia Leuthold

Elections are creeping closer and closer, and while cannabis might not be on the ballot here in Oregon, it is in other places in the country. Though we might not be voting on these measures and bills, it is still important to be informed when it comes to cannabis nationally. Legislation tends to copy and paste across state lines, and in these tumultuous times, it’s our responsibility to stay informed and be active participants in our society. It’s a good idea to look at the big picture of things when it comes to voting. Sure, we may not have measures here in Oregon, but elections still matter, especially for us as stoners and cannabis lovers, because local elections have a great impact. Local elections matter even if they don’t seem to at face value. Upset with the zoning of your city or town and how far out all the dispensaries are? Your local elected officials have a role in that. State-level elections also matter, because state officials set the taxes on cannabis. This means that you have to do your research when it comes to voting. While party-voting has been most people's approach to voting in elections since we turned 18, it is more pertinent now to be an informed and well-researched voter than just a party voter. Just because someone is a part of the same political party doesn’t mean that they feel the same way about cannabis (and so many other social problems and concerns). That is why doing your research is important and also not something that should be left to the last minute. When it comes to cannabis on the ballot, there are typically four main areas that bills focus on: legalization,

decriminalization, medicalization, and home cultivation. Legalization traditionally means that cannabis won’t be an illegal substance (on the state level) and has some level of state oversight. Decriminalization is important to understand because it doesn’t take away the illegality of cannabis; it just means that people aren’t charged with criminal penalties for possessing cannabis. Medicalization is when cannabis is legalized for medicinal use and requires medical cards from a medical professional. Home cultivation is related to the ability to grow cannabis plants at home for personal use.

Legalization

There are only two states with active legalization bills on the ballot. There were originally 14 states that had bills, but 12 are no longer viable. North Carolina has three separate bills: H413, S350, and S1072, while Pennsylvania has four different bills: SB120, HB20, HB1735, and HB1107. While both states are proposing legalization with these bills, Pennsylvania’s are focused on state-run dispensaries.

Decriminalization

Pennsylvania is the only state with active bills for decriminalization on the ballot. SB75 and HB758 are aimed at lowering the fine for possession to $25 and a $100 fine for smoking cannabis in public. With legalization on the table alongside these bills, they wouldn’t cancel each other out, but rather would make it so that if you are charged for possession, you won’t be in financial ruin from it. If legalization doesn’t pass in Pennsylvania, the decriminalization can still have positive effects, mainly for the financial impact being lessened when it comes to possession.

Medical Cannabis

Georgia’s bill has already become law, making it a fully medical state. North Carolina is the only other state with medicalization bills: HB1011 and SB984. These two bills would allow North Carolina to become a medical cannabis state and also integrate medical cannabis research. If North Carolina’s passes, the state will join Georgia as a state with a comprehensive medical cannabis program. Comprehensive medical cannabis programs are state- or territory-regulated frameworks that allow patients to legally use cannabis products containing more than just low-THC or CBD for certified medical conditions.

because the legal landscape is always in flux, and most political candidates don’t make cannabis a central aspect of their campaigns, but they do have opinions on it.

Home Cultivation

New Jersey and Pennsylvania are the only states with active bills relating to home cultivation. New Jersey’s bills would allow for recreational smokers to grow up to six plants at home, while medical smokers could grow between eight and 10 depending on which bills are passed (S2564 or S1758). Pennsylvania’s bill proposes that cannabis smokers can grow up to five plants at home, but they must be enclosed and locked. While none of these bills directly impact us here in Oregon, they are important to be aware of for many reasons: in case you ever travel to that state, if you ever move there, and, most importantly, to be aware of the broader cannabis legal landscape. Until we have federal legalization, being well-informed is essential to ensure you are not unknowingly breaking the law, but also to make sure rights we already have regarding cannabis use aren’t being rolled back. So, be sure to do your research and stay informed

What’s In My Dime Bag? Written by Alexa Smith Photographed by Kayl Wohl, Magnolia Schnobrich & Morgan Powell Designed by Magnolia Schnobrich Showcasing what’s in your dime bag is just as expressive as the different pieces we choose to have. For some, the approach to one’s dime bag is practical; for some, it is just vibes; and for others, it is a lifeline. While the slang of dime bags stems from the pre-legalization cannabis industry, it has since shifted to refer to the bag that people keep with all their cannabis materials. You can learn a lot about a stoner from their dime bag, so let’s take a look shall we? Rule number one for packing a dime bag: don’t get caught dead without a flame source. Lighters can die, and matches can get wet, so it’s best to have multiple of both. I also find that having inspiration and outlets for creativity are essential to a good smoke sesh, so make sure to pack a copy or two of Green Eugene for all kinds of recommendations and physical media activities. Most importantly, though, the greenery. I like to stock a couple joints so there’s

something for a quick hit; I usually keep one sativa and one indica on me because you never know what the vibes will call for. For longer seshes, nothing beats freshly ground flower. I find that mason jars are an effective method of storing bud because the glass and airtight seal reduce the smell leakage; plus, it’s just adorable, like c’mon. The same is true for old joint tubes—replacing a roach with an empty cone for a future sesh is the only circle of life I care to engage in. Also, I keep cheap grinders in my dime bag to save room and keep my nice grinders in good condition. Once flame has kissed flower, the only thing left to do is drop your shades to keep your red eyes to yourself and pop in some old-school earbuds to vibe the night away.

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Written & Photographed by Tristan Kiyan Designed by Miles Bernell For the 10 years Amazon Organics has been open, budtender Josh Massie, or “OG,” has brought enthusiasm and an educational background in the wine industry to the dispensary experience.

When did you start budtending? I started 10 years ago here, when this place opened, and I’ve had many roles in this business. I went from just doing things like rolling pre-rolls to budtending, assistant managing, all the different things that are done. Now, I’m actually only working a few days a week, so I’m kind of like the veteran here that can fill in and do whatever.

What do you like about cannabis? A lot of people say it’s like medicine. To me, it is like medicine; it just sort of puts me on balance. Some people just, you know, aren't at their best with it during their days without it and I happen to respond well to it. So I like the calm, I like the excitement, I like the creativity, but I like the fact that it keeps me regulated as a person so I don’t get too extreme. It sort of settles me down. Along with all the other reasons to like it, growing it

and being involved in the industry and touching it, and smelling it, you know, all that stuff. Those intangibles that come with working with the plant.

What’s your favorite way to consume?

Is there anything you enjoy doing when you take edibles or when using recreationally?

I am at the point now where I only do two things. I smoke and I do edibles. Now, when I smoke, I do individual, one hits because I can measure everything exactly. I don't do too much. I know when I’m done. I know when I need a little bit more, so I do it really in a specific way.

I personally start my workout on the treadmill for an hour, so I love doing that. It just frees me up and I get warmed up. I golf when I’m high, which I like as well. And I hike, of course, when I’m high and I live in the country so I do a lot of trail walking and things like that.

Edibles are a little bit different. Edibles, I kind of like as my recreational fun. Cannabis is more like a balancing thing. Edibles I do when I feel like I want to have an enjoyable night or afternoon instead of drinking and things like that.

What is your favorite thing about budtending? My favorite thing is the youthfulness and I mean that in so many ways. So the industry was young. The products are new and young. I mean, there’s different crosses and strains and it’s like cutting edge so you keep getting new things.

What was the first time you smoked weed? This was in 1975. It was homegrown and everyone kept telling me that you don’t get high your first time. So I did. And then one time, one or two times later, I remember the first experience and we had a place it was called Carvel. It was an ice cream place that did soft ice cream and I remember looking at the colorful sprinkles on the cone and I felt like I was in a circus. That one feeling, that was it from that point on. That’s the beauty of cannabis. Sensory and colors are more beautiful.

How has cannabis and being a budtender impacted your life? It’s taught me how to be a little bit more open thinking because people do it for complete, unbelievably different reasons. Seeing new people

come in that have never even done it before, it just broadens my understanding of everyone else’s needs so it’s sort of a wakening up in a way.

How has weed and the culture surrounding it changed since you first smoked weed? Since I first smoked, it’s completely different. Now it’s almost understood. When I first smoked it was for one thing, to get high. When I first started, they didn’t even talk about THC because no one measured THC. They talked about, you know, did you get ripped? Now it’s about so much more. Now it’s everything from, artists who want to get creative, people who have medical conditions, it’s so much more broad, and directed, and diverse. There’s so much to consider in the industry. It’s more than just getting high, and now there’s so many different facets and aspects to try and calculate and figure out as to what works and what doesn’t work. And everyone’s understanding and education is exponentially improving and increasing. When we first started in the store, all anyone ever asked about was THC. “What’s the THC number?” Because that’s what they

thought was the only thing that was important in the cannabis experience. Now you’re finding out the CBD and the terpenes have this effect, and this one helps me breathe, and this one, if you are ADD, helps you focus. So it’s just a completely changed industry.

You said that you did wine education, do you do that with cannabis? All the time. My favorite part is when new people who haven’t experienced it or are not aware to bringing them into the information of what it’s all about. Whether it’s something simple like sativa versus indica or cured resin versus live resin, or what the different terpenes do and what kind of effect they have. Edibles, how to do it, when not to do it, what works, what doesn’t work. So a lot of people come to me, even if they’re relatively experienced, they go, “Josh, what are you smoking? What are you doing? What should I try?”

Budtender Spotlight

The people that work here are young and enthusiastic. So for me, I feed off of that. It gives me energy. I’m excited to come to work. I’m an old guy, I really am, I’m almost 70. I’m like one of the oldest guys in the industry here that’s still doing this. So for me, it’s just an added benefit to be hanging around people like your age.

Paper Plate BBQ Written by Tristan Kiyan | Designed by Asha Mohan | Photographed by Morgan Powell

ere in Eugene, I find myself missing the barbecue I grew up eating during the summers I spent touring through the South. When I got the chance to review Paper Plate BBQ, I couldn’t help but hop at the opportunity. Nestled on 6th Street sits the Texas-style barbecue food truck serving a variety of meats by the pound such as ribs, tea-brined chicken thighs, pulled pork, and smoked brisket. These pair fabulously with their sides of cornbread with whipped honey butter, southwest beans with brisket, fiesta coleslaw with chileroasted pepitas, and pickled vegetables. Along with their meats and sides, they offer brisket, pulled pork, and chicken sandwiches and a combo plate that comes with 1/3 pound of brisket, 1/3 pound of chicken, two ribs, and two sides. The day I visited Paper Plate BBQ was a gorgeous day for barbecue. The picnic table next to the truck was perfect for enjoying the mildly warm air and cool breeze before it got too cold. If it does happen to rain, the truck is next to PLAY Eugene, a pub with indoor seating, pinball machines, batting cages, and a golf simulator to rent. I ordered the cornbread, 1/2 lb of ribs, and the sausage of the day, which was cheddar jalapeño. Unfortunately, they sold the last of the brisket to the customer before me, but as someone who doesn’t differ from my normal orders, it was the perfect opportunity to try something new. Slightly disappointed about not getting brisket, I was surprised by how much I enjoyed the sausage. Packed with bits of jalapeño and cheddar, there was an enjoyable punch of heat and a spark of sharp cheddar. I personally don’t choose

sausage when I am ordering BBQ, but this was absolutely the right choice. The ribs had a touch of sweetness and were tender, falling off the bone with every bite. The cornbread was fantastic. I find myself having a difficult time searching for cornbread that fits my liking. Not too gritty and with a soft, fluffy texture. This one checked off all the boxes. The large cube of cake-like texture paired with the whipped honey butter was the cherry on top of my meal. Funny enough, as I was cleaning up to leave, a gaggle of turkeys walked by and I thought, “Good thing turkey isn’t served here anymore or else they’d be smoked.” If you’re in the mood for barbecue, I’d highly recommend Paper Plate BBQ. It’s the perfect place to grab some smoked meats and chill out with a friend. There is plenty of parking on the street or in their adjacent gravel lot along Lincoln Street and 5th Street. When you go, make sure to go earlier in the day; that way you get to try their signature brisket!

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Spooky Season Strain-O-Scope Written By Alexa Smith | Designed & Illustrated By Morgan Powell

Happy Croptober! Harvest season is such an exciting time for cannabis and astrology enthusiasts alike, as the seasonal turnover brings new opportunities—and strains! So let’s dive into the Spooky Season Strain-o-Scope. By letting a greater sense of justice and compassion guide our decisions this Libra season, we can use Pluto’s return from retrograde to drive collective change. In fact, take Pluto's direct station on October 16th as a sign to make sure your voter registration is up to date, and you’re informed about local elections.

Spooky season truly gets under way when the sun moves into Scorpio on October 23rd. Doing what scares us becomes essential to getting the emotional clarity we need. As if we weren’t already putting the horror in horoscopes this month, Mercury Retrograde begins on October 24th. Leading with ego results in trouble communicating with loved ones, so think before you speak until November 13th. Or you know, always.

The Hunter’s Moon in Taurus on October 26th encourages us to enjoy the fruits of our summer labor and move into a slower, more reflective season of life. Celebrations during this period, including All Hallow’s Eve, Día de los Muertos, and Diwali, focus on the triumph of light over darkness, life over death. Welcoming this shedding-forlater-rebirth mindset becomes especially pertinent on

November 3rd when voting polls open. Between the optimism that the Sun in Sagittarius ushers in on November 22nd and a generational alignment of planets reminiscent of Hercules starting November 29th, I’m hopeful for a collective awakening to the need to overhaul old ways of doing things. Uranus in Gemini trines Pluto in Aquarius, and basically, 2 + 2 equals revolutionary liberation. I don’t know about you guys, but I’m basically surviving all of *gestures broadly* this by honoring the light of Bic to torch the almighty Bowl. What strain will you worship this harvest season?

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This Venus retrograde is the time to embody your inner Aaron Burr and wait for it; you’re not standing still, you’re lying in wait. If it seems like everything you say to your lover is the wrong thing, stop digging your own grave. Instead, shift your energy toward laying the groundwork for financial abundance and asserting boundaries that align with your values. The Full Moon on October 26th is the day to

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Chimera The universe is asking you to do more listening than you do talking this harvest season. Venus retrograde makes miscommunications at home more abundant, so take the next six weeks to really understand the other’s perspective before popping off at the mouth. In fact, you can’t say something you’ll regret later if you’ve got

Oof buddy, I’m sorry to tell you this, but this spooky season is looking especially nightmarish for you. The good news is if you are able to hunker down and keep it low-key, you should be okay. Your planet, Mars, the God of War, is sitting next to Jupiter, so ideas abound. However, both Venus and Mercury will be in retrograde for the end of October, spelling financial disaster for you if you aren’t especially selective about your

impulses. Wait to make any major relationship or financial decisions until the Full Moon in Taurus on the 26th, and even then, be wary. My suggestion? The ultimate sleeper strain, Frankenstein. It’ll nearly put you into hibernation this Halloweek. Get into the vibe with a bong rip that’ll have you stumbling into the kitchen to tear up the fridge and follow it up with del Toro and Elordi’s take on Shelley’s Frankenstein. After taking a

speak your mind, and then let the dust settle until Mercury and Venus station direct again on November 13th. Things start looking up again for you when the Sun moves into sunny Sagittarius on the 22nd. Between that and a bowl of Vampire Killer, you have the opportunity to harness your full potential during the Pluto trine on the 29th to drive a wooden stake through any lingering,

undead problems. This euphoric hybrid keeps you relaxed into a laser focus that may return handsome dividends both financially and romantically. Enjoy the honeymoon period that you waited for from the 25th all the way into the end of February when Mars enters your true love zone.

Both Gemini and Chimera are no strangers to diametric opposites finding balance in one body. Named for both its monstrous effects and genetic duplicity, Chimera is certainly the most even hybrid I’ve ever smoked. This is my personal recommendation for Gemini Suns this spooky season because the euphoric limonene will bring

you back up from October’s lows, and the relaxing linalool will keep you humble and grounded during November’s highs. If your coworkers have been getting on your last nerve the past few weeks, you can thank Venus, the Sun, and your ruler planet, Mercury, for that. Until they station direct on November 13th, taking the

a Meraki 1G preroll of Black Patronus in your mouth. This strain ended up being one of my favorite new strains from the 2024 croptober harvest because it feels exactly like fighting off dozens of dementors dead set on sucking your soul. Expecto Patronum, depression! On that note, resist the urge to selfisolate and instead celebrate the

26th’s New Moon with friends. After all, you can’t pour from an empty pitcher, so take October to fill your cup. Things start to turn around in late November when a promotion becomes available. Prioritize self-care in the busyness of holidays and travel in the months ahead.

pause to properly weigh your options, jump at the financial opportunity that presents itself on November 9th. Oh, and save some Frankenstein for the 19th, because when the Sun squares Mars, you will be especially prone to hotheadedness. Instead of fire, exhale the relief of this heavy indica-leaning hybrid that puts even veteran tokers in-da-couch.

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high road is the best route. November 9th’s New Moon puts a new job opportunity in your lap. What looks like a lateral move may actually turn into something more. Cuffing season strikes hard on the 22nd, and only time will tell whether this is just a cuddle buddy or the love of your life. The stars say to take a trip to find out.

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Channel the energy of hanging up first and trimming dead branches this spooky season. Lately, it seems like everyone is finally on your level thanks to the Sun and your ruling planet, Mercury’s recent transits through Virgo, causing a major desire for decluttering and organization in the collective consciousness. The only problem is, everybody and their mother has been

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e 6ixt h S e ns Happy Boo-Day to you! I hope you took the first half of October as an opportunity to get some quiet time because you are going to be at the center of a lot of attention for the next few weeks! At the same time, Scorpio Suns need to lean on their support systems as they use the transit of their self-image planet through retrograde to shed old frames of view. After November 13th, though,

Damn, Leo October has been so good to you. Where others are feeling the pressure of the Venus and Mercury retrogrades, you use your fiery charm to bat your eyelashes and get your way. Harness the energy from the Sun adjacent to Venus in late October to tackle your domestic situation and throw a Halloween

party. Everyone will realize how much of a bright spot you are in their lives. However, drama is possible after Venus and Mercury station direct on November 13th, because your ruling planet, the Sun, is in conflict with Mars and Jupiter, the Gods of War and Gods respectively, until the 19th. Lord help you, mattafact

looking to you for advice, and it’s in your best interest to protect your peace. While Mercury is in retrograde, begin to ponder what weaknesses from your Virgo sun you can leave in 2026. Stick to the status quo until Mars moves into your sign on November 25, then strike while the iron is hot! To keep your spirits on the right track through this energetic shift, a descendant

of White Runtz is your best guess, and what could be more festive than Ghost Candy? Its berry interior is covered by a white blanket of frosty trichome goodness, giving this potent, energetic yet relaxed, hybrid strain its namesake. Ghost Candy is going to be best enjoyed hand-rolled with love, but who am I kidding? Does a Virgo smoke any other way?

October birthdays are a treat, and yet your financial situation is tricky this harvest season! The double retrograde from your ruler and action planets means a boom in expenses. Use your 6ixth Sense to discern a better source of income when the Sun changes over to Scorpio on the 23rd. This creative hybrid could help you see your way out of a

birthday-induced spending spiral too. As you may very well be aware, it’s only a matter of time before the scales balance out. This comes from the universe in the form of Venus and Mercury returning from retrograde on November 13th, allowing Libra suns financial relief. In perhaps better news, your long-distance travel is set to go for the Full

your confidence will bloom exponentially. The planets align for you on the 16th, so don’t be surprised if you walk through your day like Harry Potter on Felix Felicis. In fact, all the way through to December, your friendship and money sectors are set up for abundance; get that bag, queen!! Since you’re operating from Cloud Nine, my strain-o-scope for Scorpio Suns can only be one of the

hottest, freshest strains on the market this spooky season: Scary Cherry. When fellow Scorpion Drake said, “Why do you think I had my head in the clouds on that last album cover?” he must have been talking about being blitzed off some Cherry OG, the only obvious parent for this new strain. I’d take his advice on this one: “It’s my birthday, I’ll get high if I want to!”

bow ya head. May the Cinderella 99 half of Killer Queen grant you the clarity you need to accept things you cannot change, and may the G13 parentage grant you the courage to change the things you can. Romance, friendship, and fat stacks round out November if you can keep your head.

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Moon over this Thanksgiving, unlike a good chunk of the other signs. Oh, and on the romance front, you have a chance to put the sex in the Venus-Jupiter sextile on the 28th. As the grandchild of Pink Panties, 6ixth Sense has also been known to take a good time to sexy time lickety-spliff.

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Let me just cut right to the chase. Your close circle might say some stupid stuff to you during this retrograde transit, and it is in everyone’s best interest for you to bite your tongue and fix your face. In fact, why don’t you just use the sound of the grinder to drown them out and find your zen. A little magic goes a long way, and Abracadabra is just that: a little sparkle in your

step. If you can exercise a little more patience and persistence through social hiccups, your elevated reputation brings about potential financial opportunities via Venus in Libra on October 26th. Take your boo out to celebrate your fiscal success! Creativity becomes essential to buttoning up this chapter, so between some Abracadabra and the Thanksgiving Full Moon,

you can put your Current Big Project (I know you have one) on the “Done” list. Thank u, next! Actually, on that note, the Sun and Saturn provide you with a cosmically kissed window to put your horse in the race whether you’re applying for grad school or jobs; November 30th is the day to click submit!

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While everyone else seems to be suffering this spooky season, you are navigating the storms like it’s a breeze. Is that a joint in your pocket, or are you just always this innovative and progressive in the face of adversity and misunderstanding? Throughout October, diplomacy is required on international levels, and we are all looking toward the Water Bearer for guidance. Now is the

time to speak up for the good of humanity, but Mercury in retrograde makes these already touchy subjects even more prone to misunderstandings. Partaking in a little Blood Orange to get your creative juices flowing for a draft might be the start you need, but remember, kids, always edit sober. The Sun puts a spotlight on you over election season, so

Key to your survival this double retrograde spooky season will be being more faithful to the to-do lists and budgets you write when you’re clear-minded. This is a measure twice, cut once situation. While the “but then I got high” a la Afroman defense for putting off what appear to be trivial pursuits is appealing, Mercury rules

your domestics, so while it’s in retrograde, best not to wake sleeping giants. Instead, save one of Leafly’s 2026 Strain of the Year contenders as a motivator for yourself to enjoy when all the work is done. Toad Venom is a hot commodity, so you may also find yourself looking for some by its birth name, Sinmint Cookies. IMHO, ‘Toad

Venom’ much more adequately conveys this energetic hybrid’s Animal Face interior. If you can keep all your ducks in a row, Sagittarius season will ask you to take charge at work and at home. Work as hard as you play so you can feel even better about treating yourself to some Toad Venom when it’s time to celebrate!

OG is sure to have you onetrack-minded, either munchies *braaaiiiiiiinnnnssss,* or asleep. But you need your beauty rest while you can get it because you become the star of the show on November 22nd when the Sun enters your sign! The Full Moon in Gemini on the 24th of November is giving Elle Woods’ romantic dinner with Warner Huntington III when she thinks

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she’s going to get proposed to, but instead he dumps her to go be with an old-money brunette socialite at Harvard, and it turns out they were both better off without that loser guy. RomCom translation: your love life is going to make a hard turn in one direction or another, but whatever happens, it’s for the best.

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Keeping your jumbled-up thoughts to yourself is wise through this dreaded double retrograde, but you may also benefit from using this as an opportunity to reconnect with your significant other when Venus transits through Libra. This is your sign to take a season of rest while the Sun moves through Scorpio. For your couch-rotting pleasure, Zombie

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don’t choke on your words. It all comes to a head on November 29th when your modern ruling planet, that of sudden freedom and revolution, namely Uranus, trines Pluto, the ruler of death, transformation, and rebirth. Take this as your opportunity to make one small step for you, and one giant leap for humankind.

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