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Like most consumers over the age of 30, all of my knowledge about the illicit herb was obtained from the black-market. How to get it, who to talk to if I wanted it, how to consume it, and how to stay out of trouble once I had it – it was a vicious and dangerous Again,lifestyle.like most, I wasn’t able to stay out of trouble. Probability and statistics that come with 20 year of consumption might be to blame, or just bad luck. Any way you look at it though, I felt cheated the day I was picked up by Summit County Police for a grinder full of weed. On paper, it reads as paraphernalia and a controlled substance charges. I even wondered to myself if I had a serious drug problem while reading my nefarious police report the following day.
During 2018 when I decided to start Utah’s first cannabis news and culture magazine, American states earned over $1.4 billion in tax revenue from legal cannabis sales. In the same year, over 600,000 Americans were arrested for possessing cannabis.
In this issue of SBC, we’re giving you a full-spectrum view of the Utah medical cannabis industry and what it has to offer patients legally. It’s been the pleasure of my life getting to know the various pharmacy operators, growers, budtenders, trimmers, security guards, and patients along the way. Now it’s your chance.
The year was 1999 and I was a freshman in High School. I used the $20 bill my mother gave me for lunch that week and bought a gram of chronic from an older kid in my science class – we’ll remain nameless.
It does not matter how I feel though. It fucked up my life and still continues to do so, but not as badly as others I’ve met along the way – and that’s probably because I’m a white male. I come from the shadowy side of the street known as the black-market. Not because it’s where I wanted to reside, but it’s where you are forced to go if you want to consume the good herb. This isn’t the case anymore though, and this reality brings a smile to my stoney face like the Grinch. I have not used the black-market to
Thank you for reading and being a part of our Salt Baked City community and culture. Our state needs fair and just cannabis reform, and it starts with patients like you. After all, it feels good to live life elevated and smile, so make sure to spread the cheer this holiday season. Your Utah neighbor will thank you for it and you’ll feel better along the way.
The questions streamed through my mind right up until the big moment. I can still taste my heart in my throat while it was trying to escape my anxiety riddled body when he casually slipped the Ziploc baggie under my desk while Mr. Martin blabbed about cell structure.
Step inside every pharmacy in the state and see all of the amazing products they have to offer. We have a new budding green industry with a lot of new names and sticky-icky goods for you to discover. Let Salt Baked City be your bridge to the light side.
The memories I’m gathering now that medical cannabis is legal in Utah are equally as special – they’re just so different from experiences in the past and find myself living in an episode of ‘Disjointed’ on a daily basis.
Helping free the plant and those harmed by unjust cannabis laws has been my main objective since Salt Baked City has gone to print – but the grey area between legal and illegal is still so vast, and why accurate and reliable cannabis journalism is needed in the Behave State.
purchase cannabis in over a year. It has been so long it’s hard to even remember what the archaic process is like. You never forget your first-time though.
It was a seamless deal, and I’ve repeated the process over a 1,000 times around the globe since. I eventually calmed my nerves some too, but that anxiety never goes away -- and the OG’s claim that’s what keeps you alive. I feel bad for those that are going to miss out on the black-market lifestyle. I met a lot of my best friends because of cannabis. Either I got it from them, or we liked to consume it together. Either way, the plant bonded us, and I will cherish those memories and friendships forever.
I can still remember, vividly, stressing out the night before about how this drug deal was going to go down during the third period. Did I give him the money first? Is a gram of weed going to fit in my backpack? What do I do if somebody sees us? What if my dealer is really an undercover cop? What is my mom going to do to me if she finds out I’m a criminal?
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Dragonfly Wellness will open a facility in Price, Utah making it the first medical cannabis pharmacy located in Carbon County and southeast Utah. Utah law required the 15th pharmacy license be given to a business located in either Daggett, Duchesne, Uintah, Carbon, Sevier, Emery, Grand, or San Juan County.
Dragonfly Wellness owns an existing medical cannabis pharmacy located in Salt Lake City. It is a vertically integrated cannabis business with both a cannabis processor and cannabis cultivator license from the Utah Department of Agriculture and
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Information about how to apply for a medical cannabis card is available online at medicalcannabis.utah.go.
are 14 medical cannabis pharmacy locations already operating throughout Utah. Locations open to qualifying patients include: Beehive Farmacy (Salt Lake City and Brigham City), BLOC Pharmacy (South Jordan and St. George), Bloom Medicinal (Cedar City), Cannabist (Springville), Curaleaf (Lehi), Deseret Wellness (park City and Provo), Dragonfly Wellness (Salt Lake City, Pure (Payson), Perfect Earth Modern Apothecary (Logan and Ogden), and WholesomeCo Cannabis (Bountiful). License applications were evaluated and scored by an evaluation committee based on several criteria, including: experience in medical cannabis or other highly regulated
Salt Lake City – The Utah Department of Health (UDOH) has awarded the state’s 15th medical cannabis pharmacy license to Dragonfly Wellness. The company was one of eight applicants and chosen through a competitive bidding process.
Utah’s medical cannabis program launched in March 2020. Currently, approximately 40,000 Utah residents are registered medical cannabis cardholders and more than 800 medical providers have registered with the Utah Department of Health to recommend medical cannabis to qualifying patients.
industries, disciplinary action or investigation in Utah or other jurisdictions, an operating plan to ensure the safety and security of cardholders and the community, the extent to which an applicant can reduce the cost of medical cannabis, connections to the local community, and a strategic plan with a high likelihood of success.
Rich Oborn operates the Center for Medical Cannabis at“The evaluation committee spent many hours evaluating applications from companies seeking this medical cannabis pharmacy license. The process was highly competitive and some qualified applicants were left disappointed, but that is the nature of a highly competitive process,” said Richard Oborn, Utah Department of Health, Center for Medical Cannabis.
“The Utah Department of Health is committed to ensuring patients have safe and reliable access to medical cannabis and we are confident that Dragonfly Wellness is well prepared to meet the needs of qualifying patients living in Southeastern Utah.”
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WINTER 2022 | SALT BAKED CITY MAGAZINE | 16 The New Stats Are In, Are The Numbers Up? There are an average of 78 new patients a day, over 2000 patients a month. Daggett, Wayne, Piute, Rich, Garfield, San Juan, and Kane Counties still have no QMPs. Utah’s top three product types sold are 1. Cartridges, 2. Flower, and 3. Edibles. Between March 2nd to July 31, 2021, Utah patients spent $58.4M in nearly 500k transactions. Patients ages 31- 45 make up 40% of all patient cardholders, while patients ages 21- 30 make up only 21%. Patients ages 10 - 20 make up less than 1% of all cardholders. PATIENT CARDHOLDERS BY COUNTY IN UTAH Beaver 64 Box Elder 771 Cache 1,584 Carbon 247 Daggett 8 Davis 4,250 Duchesne 133 Emery 74 Garfield 27 Grand 41 Iron 479 Juab 95 Kane 30 Millard 82 Morgan 92 Piute 9 Rich 20 Salt Lake 15,220 San Juan 21 Sanpete 201 Sevier 105 Summit 662 Tooele 670 Uintah 270 Utah 6,528 Wasatch 336 Washington 1,279 Wayne 6 Weber 4,267 Unknown 112 Total 37,683
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Although Utah legislators baulked at the necessity of a cannabis program in the state, and predicted less than 10,000 residents would register in the first year, we’ve seen numbers blossom to over 45,000 patients.
Some would say the state’s patient population is growing like a weed. Currently, through statistics gathered from the UDOH, Utah is gaining 78 new patients a day, equaling 2,000 a month, putting our state on track to have 60,000 by Spring of 2022 if the momentum continues.
If you are one of many who have qualified for a medical cannabis card in the state and have begun visiting these locations, the idea of going into a pharmacy can be a bit daunting.
So, sit back and relax. Pull out your favorite consumption tool, pack it full, turn the pages and step inside every medical cannabis pharmacy in the state. There’s no card required, but we’re guessing if you don’t have one now – you’ll want to get one after you experience Utah’s Green Scene.
What do they look like? How do I act? Are the cops going to bust in? Will I get arrested after I leave? Does Utah have good weed?
Although all valid questions to have in the Behave State – don’t worry – and be happy!
Your visit to a medical cannabis pharmacy should be no more stressful than a trip to the grocery store. If anything, it should be better –you’re buying weed after all.
Whether you’re new to the program and just receiving your medical cannabis card – or been partaking on the state’s new sticky-icky products since the beginning, chances are you’ve only visited the pot shop closest to your home.
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Utah and it’s medical cannabis patients are approaching year three since herb sales legally began in the state during March of 2020. Although COVID-19 slowed the rollout of our state’s new green industry during its first year, all 14 licensed medical cannabis pharmacies have now opened their doors to patients
At Salt Baked City, we have the luxury of visiting the various green-crossed buildings found stretching from north to south on Interstate 15 quite often – which means we get to meet the smiling faces and experience all of the various Utah grown products they have to offer.
Although the regulations and laws that govern these new locations are consistent throughout the state – these various pharmacies are far from similar and have different qualities –making them very unique to one another.
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You quickly bolt upright and wipe the drool from the corner of your mouth as you hear staff member Miki Zane say they are ready for you. She is all smiles and extremely reassuring that you have come to the right place for all your medical cannabis needs. There it is. You see it in the glass cabinet as you enter. True North Mint Mai Thai with a Tetrahydrocannabinolic Acid (THCA) of 23 percent. The Indica base strain will help with pain and sleeplessness. The only question Zane has for you is “Will that be an eighth or a quarter?” She already knows what you are here for. You also spy some of Hygge’s new raspberry lemonade 50 mg. gummy cubes.
Trappers of the Rocky Mountain Fur Company traveled the Bear River until they reached the Cache Valley in 1824. They brought with them large amounts of beaver fur. The trappers would “cache” their goods in the large valley during the winter and return in the summer to pick up the cached furs and sell them. Thank God today there’s zero need to navigate the Bear River to reach Cache Valley. Hitch a ride with a friend and navigate toward Logan. No matter how you arrive in the Cache Valley take a moment to familiarize yourself with Perfect Earth Modern Apothecary, located on North Main Street Logan.
While waiting, it’s easy to drift off and daydream about all that great True North flower just beyond your reach in the other room.
Perfect Earth is only minutes away from Utah State University, home of the Aggies and Center Street, Logan’s art and historic district. Perfect Earth fits in well with everything Logan has got to offer. It is located in a quiet parking lot directly east of North Main. Its discreet location is easy to find and feels familiar the moment you enter.
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Hygge is based in Garland, Box Elder County. Their stateof-the-art kitchen and grow sight is Riverside Farms and their gummies are very tasty and effective. I point at the gummies and Zane grabs a bag while Nate Renfro calls you out by name. He remembers everyone. It’s a reassuring feeling knowing the staff remembers their patients. As you wrap up loose ends and pay for your medication Zane and Renfro say goodbye as you turn and exit back into the same quiet, discreet parking lot you entered from. You look down and glimpse the beautiful sustainable brown paper bag in your hand it holds your medicine. Your personal green “cache” to take home. Your cache may not be the beaver pelts that Jim Bridger historically carried down the Bear River into the Cache Valley. But the green you have acquired is historically some of the first cannabis sold legally in decades here in Utah. Could it be that green medicine is the beaver pelt of the 21st century? Hmmm….could be.
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it’s easy to drift off and daydream about all that great True North flower just beyond your reach in the other room. True North is a sister company to Perfect Earth and their flower is something to admire. Grown in Box Elder County True North’s flower is processed in a state-of-the-art facility. And grown in some of the finest soil in Northern Utah.
The waiting room at PE is warm and welcoming with its sofa and oversize art books splayed out on a wood and stone coffee table. You are immediately comforted by a staff member sitting quietly at their computer. If they are busy your wait is generally no more than 5 minutes. So, if you think you have time to indulge in one of their beautiful art books please do. A staff member will be with you
You may be leary to take that first step into a cannabis pharmacy, but it doesn’t have to be full of angst when you visit. Beehive Farmacy includes friendly and knowledgeable staff ready to help you at every step of your medical Pharmacyjourney.Associates,
With the addition of this mysterious crop, Brigham city also saw its first cannabis pharmacy open last April. Beehive Farmacy, placed near Wal-Mart, hiding in between Subway and Super Cuts sits Beehive Farmacy Brigham. One of Utah’s 14 medical cannabis pharmacies waiting for you to discover.
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Landon Martinez, and Zedd Sabbagh, will ease your fears with quick punch lines. If you aren’t laughing while visiting Brigham’s pot shop, you are doing it all wrong.
The Brigham pot shop was founded by patients for patients, according to Bijan Skaki, Owner of BFB.
There’s so much to choose from and it may leave the new patient feeling overwhelmed. Fear not! This is where Pharmacist, Mindy Madeo, shines.
Heading north on I-15 past Ogden, farm fields and tractors become a familiar sight. The oversize buildings begin to fade and instead are replaced by quaint homes on family farms. Box Elder county’s agriculture has been defined mostly by corn, safflower, and wheat but they have also added cannabis and hemp to the growing market.
the reputation of being expensive but once again Madeo comes through with discounts available for seniors, veterans, Medicaid, terminal, industry, and students. A Patient Program is in the works and will be unveiled in the near future.
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The craft flower that lines the glistening glass shelves almost whisper “Pick me! Pick me!” You can’t take it all home but you can certainly dream about it. Among the craft flower, you will find Good Sun, Harvest of Utah, Releaf Society, Sugar House Select, Buzz flower, and Tryke. And soon Cookies will be launching exclusively through BFB.
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“It is a rural pharmacy which gives us plenty of time for one on one with patients,” says Madeo.
If hanging out at BFB is not your thing. No need to worry. They have you covered online as well. Beehive’s menu rivals big city pharmacies, so don’t count them out.
With her knowledge and her caring nature, she will have you fixed up in no time. Madeo wants nothing more than her patients to feel welcome and unafraid to ask questions. It’s a big green world out there and Madeo is well on her way to conquering it.
Anyone with a medical card is able to order prescriptions online and pick them up later at the pharmacy. Madeo is excited to announce delivery will be live by the end of the year.
The beauty of this store encompasses love, understanding, and most importantly knowledge of this great green plant. Leaving BFB you will feel educated and understood. This is crucial to BFB’s success.
- Mindy Madeo
Her plant knowledge is fierce. Currently, Madeo studies everything about cannabis and its medicinal properties. She’s on the fast track to being one of the first pharmacists with a degree from the University of Maryland encompassing nothing but Cannibis Sativa and all its amazing properties.
“It is a rural pharmacy which gives us plenty of time for one on one with patients,”
The cannabis market is growing and so is BFB. Maybe working in the cannabis market is something you have dreamed about. Dream no more! Madeo is looking for staff members. They do not have a job page at this time but are encouraged to send your resume to jobs@ Greenbeehivesown.com.medicinehas
Box Elder county has come a long way baby. And with continued support for the farmers dedicated to getting us our medicine nothing will stop Box Elder and BFB from continuing their growth in the medical cannabis market.
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The atmosphere at Beehive is bustling, but it’s also a low-key and down-home feeling.
WHOLESOMECO
So far, so good. It seems both the pharmacy and their patients are heading in the right direction.
Located at 580 W. 100 N. in West Bountiful (and https://www.wholesome. co), WholesomeCo has already had over 17,500 patients visit them since opening their doors. A good start, but that number has a big potential to grow, Maloney says, especially considering their plans for the future.
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The results were immediate. Right away, more patients wanted to try it out, lots more. Moving forward, free delivery will remain a WholesomeCo perk, at least as far as the pharmacy’s head of retail Richard Maloney is concerned.
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“Products have been hitting the shelves with a consistent cadence and there’s less of a reason to actually come into the pharmacy now,” Maloney said.
“Delivery is where we believe the puck is going. People want their medicine delivered to their doorsteps the same way food is.”
Goals being realized in 2022 include rolling out an official rewards program, getting their products in all pharmacies statewide, an indoor cultivation and processing site, and creating a seamless debit card solution. They’re essentially building an Amazon-like experience for their audience.
Being able to successfully deliver medical marijuana to homes all across Utah was their first step, but WholesomeCo wanted to do more. When they celebrated their one-year anniversary last August, the pharmacy made ordering even more convenient by removing delivery fees altogether for 23 of Utah’s 29 counties, all the way from Provo to Ogden.
For they’re also asking plenty of questions — of themselves and others — about how they can do all they’re doing even better. It will help them to “be the bar,” as Maloney puts it, which is one of the pharmacy’s core values.
“We are aware of the market we are in, but we won’t let that dictate what we do as a company. We want to be as informative as we can and provide stateside access, and we don’t want outside factors to control anything we do,” he said. That will help WholesomeCo
Delivery is where we believe the puck is going. People want their medicine delivered to their doorsteps the same way food is.
“Using medicinal marijuana is still considered a little taboo, but I believe in the medicinal benefits of this medicine. We’re helping educate the market … and that’s what excites me and gets me out of bed every day.”
to further establish themselves as leaders in the industry.
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“If we get sidetracked, that can inhibit what we do and offer. Instead, we want to set the standard and have others follow.”
Part of the unprecedented success of the medical marijuana movement in Utah can be directly attributed to those who aren’t always heralded for their efforts, which includes the Utah Department of Health. They’re helping patients become more familiar with all they’re trying to accomplish: they’re helping change others’ lives.
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Murder, mayhem, bootlegging, secret tunnels, ladies of the night, and opium parlors are all subjects of Box Office Hollywood movies. But did you know Ogden is loaded with folklore including all of these? Historic 25th Street, sometimes referred to as “Two-bit Street” and “Electric Alley” were the staging location for these tales. Ogden’s status as a quiet town suddenly disappeared when Union Station was constructed in 1869. With Union Station came people and change. Lots of change. Similar to what we see happening currently with our medical green scene. Change is happening so quickly it’s tough to keep up. But Perfect Earth Modern Apothecary Ogden is.
Perfect Earth Ogden is the first pharmacy in Utah to offer a drive-thru. The building is a former bank but now it banks one of Utah’s finest choices of green medicine. The drive-thru gives patients a private and discreet option. It also allows patients the ability to maintain distance from others if that’s a concern.
You will also find brands such as Dragonfly, Life Elevated, Fruit of Life, and many more. Perfect Earth has a menu that includes flower, vapes, edibles, tinctures, topicals, and extracts. Don’t let the large selection worry you. The staff will help you with anything you need.
Gel cubes are a hit with patients throughout Utah. And TNO gel cubes in rapid release and extended-release formulas are created to medicate in minutes instead of hours. They are crafted with nanoemulsion. This is the act of combining small droplets of two liquids together. Doing this makes the cubes more easily absorbed and enables a higher amount of cannabinoids to absorb into the bloodstream at a much quicker rate. In short, you won’t be waiting hours for the edible to activate.
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The clean lines and floor-to-ceiling glass are reminiscent of a greenhouse. The western sunlight shines through the large glass walls into an open space with glass cases filled with True North Organics brand, a sister company of PEMA. Patients are raving about TNO cannabis-infused liquid suspension. It’s like flavored soda pop. It offers explicit dosage with tasty flavors such as peach and strawberry. Sometimes patients may find a long activation period when it comes to edibles. This liquid suspension is easily digested giving it a quicker absorption rate. Meaning quicker activation.
Products and staff at PEMA have always stood out. The staff is kind and is committed to their patients. They want their patients to succeed by offering flower in cannapods. Cannapods give patients the opportunity to see and smell the flower without packaging before purchase. Doing this presents patients with more power over the product they choose.
Perfect Earth Ogden may not spur the legendary population growth or the folklore that Union Station did back in 1869 but only one visit to PEMA and you will find the legendary green you are looking for.
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As the OG legal pot purveyor of Utah, Dragonfly Wellness has overcome numerous obstacles along the way and always managed to come out on top. Product shortages, long wait times, educating an uninitiated public, let alone navigating a brand new cannabis program in a very conservative state.. all these challenges have been taken in stride and turned into opportunities for growth. The mark of a true pioneer.
has pushed the industry forward with offerings such as product delivery, online ordering, Hypur pay, drive through pickup and even their own Dragonfly Novaa vaporizer battery that puts traditional 510 batteries to shame.
with the patient experience in mind, the interior of the Dragonfly Wellness pharmacy is clean, open and comfortable. Upon entrance you are warmly greeted, and cannabis card credentials are checked. A green light signals the interior door is open, beckoning entrance to the sensi showroom. Passing through this portal leads to a spacious interior with leather couches, sealed cement floors, house plants and educational content bedecking the interior.
Downtown Salt Lake City is known for 1800’s era pioneer buildings and places of worship, built by hand with a cause. Many of these first settlers came to Utah in hopes of greater freedom, community and opportunity. When Dragonfly Wellness opened their doors in March of 2020 as the first medical cannabis pharmacy in Utah, a new era of pioneers was born; pioneers again holding the principles of freedom, community, and Dragonflyopportunity.Wellness
A focus on community also makes Dragonfly Wellness unique. Frequent service projects in the community, jar recycling and a Pay-it-Forward jar for patients short on funds are all ways that Dragonfly Wellness gives back. A Cannabis Subsidy program is also in the works and will help patients to pay for the medicine they need.
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All this innovation wouldn’t be possible if Dragonfly was solely a pharmacy operator. In addition to operating a pharmacy, the Dragonfly team also grows and processes many of the products on their shelves. This direct connection of farm to pharmacy allows the Dragonfly team to be more connected and informed with the products they sell. With tasty strains such as Flo White, Garanimals, Fatso and Lemon Haze, how can you go wrong?
The team at Dragonfly Wellness follows five core values of Patients First, Innovation, Learn and Grow, Quality Products and Integrity. The growth and development that has occurred at Dragonfly since their doors opened is evidence that their team practices what they preach. Aside from being the first cannabis pharmacy in the state, Dragonfly
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“I think I have the best staff in the state,” she says, using words like “friendly,” “welcoming,” and “knowledgeable” to describe those who surround her at work seven days a week.
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When asked what sets her pharmacy apart from the rest, Rigby’s answer is immediate.
There’s no award given out for friendliest cannabis pharmacy in Utah, but maybe there should be.
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“A lot of patients will treat us like friends and family, which is how we want it to be,” she says. If you’re a regular, chances are quite good they’ll know your name and use it.
At BLOC pharmacy in South Jordan, you’re going to feel immediately welcome, even if you’re visiting for the very first time. On-site pharmacist Kristin Rigby wouldn’t have it any other way.
That kind of small town warmth may be a reason why the pharmacy is serving more than triple or even quadruple the patients they were during their first few days in business. They’ve only been around since June, but have consistently hit their goals and beyond since that time.
Located at 10392 S. Jordan Gateway in South Jordan, 1624 S. Convention Center Drive in St. George, and online www.blocdispensary.com, the pharmacy opens a little earlier than most and stays open a little later. They have a point system in place to assist the frugally minded — the more you spend, the more you save — as well as everyday savings.
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“So what we offer is very customized,” Rigby says. “It’s just not one-size-fits-all with cannabis.”
offers any job openings it has currently through its website (and there was even a spot open for a part-time patient care advocate at press time).
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While no delivery is offered, BLOC’s South Jordan location does have a drive-through window in the works, which they have high hopes of utilizing in early 2022. As for other goals, they’ve a “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” mentality in place: They want to continue getting the word out about how they are serving their surrounding community. They want to let people know who they are, where they are, and what they can provide.
As for exceptional patient care, that will always be BLOC’s number one goal. One of the ways they’re able to demonstrate that priority is by helping match their patients with the products best suited for them.
Case in point: BLOC’s oldest regular is 92 years young. When Rigby started explaining to him about his medication early on, she used the word “euphoria” to help describe a possible side effect. He heard that and stopped her short. He didn’t want any of “that goofiness”. She understood what he meant by that and made the necessary adjustments.
And because Beehive now has a cultivation license, a new feather in their cap since last summer, they can control their own destiny a little better. With the license, they’ll be able to do something they couldn’t before — supply their fast-growing customer base with specific products they really want or need. While recognizing they are a newcomer to the space, Henderson used to watch over several hundred thousands square feet of marijuana plants while in California once upon a time. He had a fairly good idea of what they were getting into.
Beehive Farmacy in Salt Lake City celebrated its one-year anniversary in October, but they’ve been laying their stepping stones toward success for far longer than that: They’d been working together as a group for more than three-and-ahalf years before it became official.
Located at 1991 S. 3600 W. in Salt Lake City, in Brigham City at 870 W. 1150 S. Suite C, and online at www.beehivefarmacy.co, Beehive Farmacy offers discounts to veterans, and donate a significant amount of product to those who are in need.
To add to that, he felt like he and his co-owners had a real added advantage of knowing what kinds of products their patients would want locally. They understood the “Ourspace.sole
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focus is to handle the state of Utah,” Henderson said, indicating that he and his partners have applied for the 15th retail license in Utah, with hopes to set up a third pharmacy in Moab in the near future.
Tens of thousands have passed through Beehive’s doors since they opened for the first time. It’s been less than 18 months since they’ve become a new and vibrant part of the community and they’ve already enrolled over 45,000 patients in their medical cannabis program.
“We spent time early on with licenses in neighboring states, but we understand the Utah market so well, we know Utahns want; we know what they want and we know what they like. So our values and interests are best served here.”
While delivery is not offered, it will be. They’re working on it and it’ll be a perk to add to the rest of their offerings very soon. Currently, Beehive’s customers simply aren’t demanding it. Beehive does happen to have a drive-through for patients in a hurry, however, and it suits them just fine.
While those are lofty numbers for any new business, they saw this coming: they’re about on par with what they initially predicted, according to Paul Henderson, one of Beehive’s three local owners. While the state expected lower numbers (a projected 16,000 in the first year), Beehive rightly thought it would be faster than that … and they were right.
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As a whole, its team of cultivators, manufacturers, and dispensers boasts over 30 years of collective experience in the cannabis world. That means plenty. In the last decade alone, its team has both built and operated over a-dozen medical marijuana facilities (including nine dispensaries) in highly-regulated state medical programs.
Deseret Wellness doesn’t take that kind of responsibility lightly, either. According to the pharmacy’s website (www.deseretwellness.com), “We have seen medical cannabis transform patients’ lives for the better and we will use our firsthand experience to bring relief to patients in Utah.”
With two locations to serve their patients in both Park City and Provo, Deseret Wellness knows a lot about the world of cannabis-based therapy.
Still have questions? The Deseret Wellness on-site pharmacists and agents will help you solve any issues you have.
If convenience isn’t what you’re after, perhaps you’re interested in discounts? Deseret Wellness has a point system specifically designed to help you pay less. For every dollar you spend at one of their two pharmacies, you gain a point (and 100 points means $5 off).
may occasionally carry medical marijuana products that aren’t found in any of the other 13 Utah pharmacies.
And if you’re new to the world of medical marijuana health and wellness (as many in the state still are), this wealth of know-how can’t help but serve as a fairly significant differentiator. In a broad sense, it means their team knows what works and what doesn’t. That experience can’t help but allow them to better serve a growing audience and demand.
In addition to weekly posted specials, seniors, veterans and those on government assistance also receive a 10% discount on every product purchased. As a special bonus — and a worthy incentive to try them out — Deseret Wellness first-timers will earn an automatic 20% savings during their initial visit and consultation.
“At Deseret Wellness, we focus on having a warm, welcoming atmosphere for all our patients,” Paola Garcia-Canedo, marketing associate for Deseret Wellness, said, also noting their pharmacy has one of the broadest assortments of products in Utah.
Located in Provo (222 N. Draper Lane) and Park City (1351 Kearns Blvd Suite 110-B) or online , Deseret Wellness allows its patients to place their orders online and even pick them up curbside, so you won’t have to spend any additional time waiting for your order. And brand new to their Provo location as of November 2021, you can even have your order delivered.
It’s important to note that while Deseret Wellness does not have its own cultivation or processing license, the pharmacy does work with growers and processors statewide to fulfill specific patient requests. This also means they
Its site further states,” Our medicine is sourced exclusively from Utah Department of Health approved cultivators and processors that employ robust quality control measures and third party laboratory testing.”
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Curaleaf also hopes to educate its patients on how their products can best serve them personally.
Already widely known to many as a vertically integrated cannabis operator in the United States, Curaleaf opened its first retail location in Utah just over a year ago. The company received one of just 14 licenses in the state of Utah in 2019, breaking ground in Lehi, one of the fastest growing cities in the state and home to more than 50% of the state’s qualifying patients.
“Our passion for serving our [Utah] patients is reflected not only in our commitment to providing highquality products but also in our mission to educate our patients so they make empowered choices throughout their cannabis journeys.”
If this is the first time you’re hearing the Curaleaf name, chances are it means exactly what you think it does.
Veterans, industry members, and seniors (65 years of age or older) are each honored with daily discounts. First-time patients always receive an especially warm welcome: with your first purchase, you can buy another product of equal or lesser value at half its regular cost.
Curaleaf has provided its patients with quality cannabis for health and wellness purposes for the last decade or so, according to its website www.curaleaf.com, also learning how to cultivate the purest cannabis strains available along the way. As an established voice in the industry, the medical marijuana pharmacy considers its employees to be cultivators, creators, matchmakers, and guides.
Located near what may well be one of the busiest intersections in the state (3633 N. Thanksgiving Way), Curaleaf offers a wide variety of cannabis medications to its patients, including (and certainly not limited to) flower, vaporizers, concentrates, edibles, tinctures, topicals, and other related accessories.
Joe Bayern, CEO of Curaleaf, has said previously.
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All orders may be placed prior to visiting and picked up onsite; delivery is also available. New patients take note: If you have not yet purchased products at Curaleaf, you’ll need to visit with one of their pharmacists before doing so.
“Curaleaf Utah is dedicated to providing premium, safe and reliable medical cannabis products to our patients statewide. We develop our products using industry-advanced research and cultivate our cannabis products using the highest standards of production with medically precise extraction and purification methods.”
Becoming a patient with Curaleaf doesn’t only come with health and wellness benefits, however: It’s likely to cost you less too. The more you
Mark Russ, president of the west region at Curaleaf, had this to say:
spend at Curaleaf, the more discounts you’ll receive. If you spend $200, you’ll save 10% off your total, and your savings only increase from there.
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“At Pure Utah, we focus on the interaction between patients, wellness associates, and pharmacists,” says marketing associate Paola Garcia-Canedo. “We work hard to have a great assortment of medicine for our patients.”
returning patients who pay a visit to the Payson pharmacy at 757 S. 1040 W. have the advantage of ordering
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pharmacy stands by its mission as stated on its site www.pureutah.com, which is to “positively change Utah’s medical system by providing alternatives through medical cannabis,” allowing its patients to actively participate in its three-tier mission to “explore, restore, and thrive.”
their products online prior to visiting. And if you’re interested in pursuing a career in the medical cannabis field, Pure Utah does sometimes have vacancies to fill; you may find any available positions the pharmacy is hoping to fill by visiting www.indeed. com.
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Whether you’re brand new to the world of cannabis or well-versed in its varied health benefits, you have options to choose from with Pure Utah. Both new and out-of-state patients possessing a medical cannabis card may visit the facility, whether it’s for a first-time consultation with their on-site pharmacist (Brian Woods) or, should you already possess a card, you may purchase any of the products the pharmacy has available for sale. Returning and prospective patients may peruse all the pharmacy has to offer in person or choose to order online, even taking advantage of convenient curbside service: the choice is
more you spend at Pure Utah, the more savings you’ll accrue. The pharmacy has a point system in place that allows you to earn a point back for every dollar you spend there (100 points = $5 off). And there are even more ways to save on all you buy: seniors, veterans and those on government assistance will all enjoy an automatic 10% discount across the board. If you’re a first-time patient, you will see that discount double: 20% savings are all
Located in historic Payson Utah, Pure Utah gets the distinction of being the only medical cannabis pharmacy in the city, one of just three in all of Utah County, which is Utah’s second-most populous county and home to Brigham Young
Are you looking for a hard-to-find cannabis product? Because the pharmacy works hand-in-hand with growers and processors statewide to help fulfill all of their patients’ requests, Pure Utah will occasionally carry exclusive products you won’t be able to find elsewhere.
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According to Jason Engle, Cannabist’s pharmacy operator, they’re succeeding and growing due to a fairly uncomplicated formula: they lean towards being more personable. Sometimes that’s all it really takes.
Because the pharmacy makes a point of employing agents that are eager to help, good customer service is helping them extend their reach. Its agents are excited and happy to help its customers, and that makes all the difference.
Located at 484 S. 1750 W. in Springville and online at https:// gocannabist.com, Cannabist’s patients can place their online orders in advance and the pharmacy will offer curbside service in the very near future. In addition to weekly discounts and a loyalty program, seniors and veterans also receive automatic discounts on any medications they purchase.
And because Cannabist offers one of the best selections of medical marijuana products in the state of Utah, chances are quite good you’ll find whatever you’re after by “Becausevisiting.
But that’s not all.
Only open since the 30th of April, Cannabist pharmacy in Springville has experienced record growth since its first day earlier this year. The pharmacy has gained more and more new patients since its opening day, an estimated 100-150 new patients weekly, for a current total of 2400+ returning patients thus far.
we’re in a small town, word does spread fast,” Engle says, noting that patients usually end up talking about Cannabist with their neighbors and friends. “We’ve really done well on this side of the mountain.”
“Our agents really are the bridge between our pharmacist and patients,” Engle says. “They’re really what makes the shop. Our patients have come to rely on them in so many ways.”
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But they’re hardly resting on their laurels — if anything, the pharmacy is just getting started. By regularly attending cannabis expos and showing up at local farmers markets, Cannabist employees have fast become a regular presence of the close-knit community. The staff is eager to show that it does care for its patients, both current and prospective, taking time to educate its patients and providing a wealth of informational pamphlets and journals. This is how they will continue to grow and provide in and around the city.
Part of the reason for those climbing numbers is the care it passes on to its patients: everyone on staff strives to take their time with their first-timers, making certain everyone understands what is available and how it might help.
Agents are careful to answer all the questions they receive and no sales are ever rushed, allowing every person to pass through their door to get his or her due diligence.
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Part of that learning experience includes correcting faulty information every chance they get. For instance, some wrongly believe that possessing a medical marijuana card means forfeiting your Second Amendment rights.
education is the other major goal moving forward. Davie wants patients to feel so comfortable with Bloom Medicinals that it’s seen as a familiar destination point when passing through.
Secondly, the pharmacy prides itself in offering the best local marijuana-themed education around, a likely reason for its rapid growth in a short period of time..
“We want to help educate you on all we can do, letting you know what our products can do as well as what it can’t do,” Sheb Davie, Bloom Medicinals’ onsite pharmacist, says.
“If they’re on their way to Bryce Canyon or Zion National Park and they don’t have their medication on hand,” Davie says, “we want them to know they can pop in and see us.”
As one of only two cannabis pharmacies in southern Utah, Cedar City’s Bloom Medicinals sets itself apart from the other 13 in two significant ways. One, it serves the budget-conscious: it strives to be affordable, offering its 800+ patients the lowest prices in the state.
If Bloom Medicinals receives its products at a lower cost, for example, that’s reflected in the price tag.
Located at 310 S. Main St. in Cedar City, Bloom Medicinals allows advance orders via its site www.bloomut.com as well as complimentary curbside pickup service. What’s more, for every dollar spent at the pharmacy, patients earn an automatic 5% savings towards all future purchases.
While delivery isn’t yet offered, the pharmacy very much wants to offer that service, and soon. Once it does so, the number of patients it’s able to cater to is set to increase. Already the pharmacy has grown rapidly from its original single pharmacist and two agents to three pharmacists and seven agents in under a years’ time.
As the first medical cannabis pharmacy to open in Southern Utah and just one of two pharmacies serving the area — St. George’s BLOC Pharmacy is the other — he knows there are many prospective patients they haven’t been able to provide for Continualyet.
The staff helps guide on the ways their products can serve to improve overall quality of life. They’ll help you decide what’s ultimately best for you, Davie says.
And from that point on, their friendliness and hospitality will take care of the rest.
According to Davie, nothing could be further from the truth. He stresses that nobody will ever have to choose between one and the other. Nobody will have to give up their firearms.
“We welcome everyone, even if it’s just to ask questions. We’re here to help everyone understand, he says. “How can we help improve your quality of life? We’ll make you aware of what can help.”
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The year is 1963 and tensions are mounting in the United States.
The American counterculture is being conceived within this madness, and life in the ‘land of the free’ is about to come with a heavy cost.
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President John F. Kennedy is assassinated in Dallas, Texas by Lee Harvey Oswald, Martin Luther King Jr. is arrested while protesting and writes his infamous “Letter from Birmingham Jail”, and the United States is on the brink of entering the Vietnam War.
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Driving a jet-black Studebaker through the desert on Interstate 15, with a jacked-up suspension and rebuilt engine, is the college bound Tom Forcade and future founder of High
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He learned everything he knew about cars and life from his father, Kenneth, and loved nothing more than driving madly through the Arizona desert as a teenager. He brought that fueled up energy with him when he decided to attend the University of Utah that year.
Times Magazine. He’s driving from his home in Phoenix, Arizona and knows, even before crossing the state line, that the car he crafted by hand can out-run any police car in Utah. He drives furiously towards Salt Lake City.
Although a short man and only weighing 170 pounds, Kenneth was tough as nails. His force of will and attitude that you can do anything was his motto and he made sure to pass this
Born September 11, 1945 in Hayward, California, Tom was known for having the toughest father around. After serving in World War II as a civil engineer on the Alaskan Highway, Kenneth traveled the globe, as he planned and built massive construction projects, from airports, power plants, to factories.
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his reputation as being the toughest around everywhere they went.
hated his fighting and would stand at the front door pleading with her husband not to go out and challenge the locals. Kenneth would stand before her, arms crossed, and begin to laugh before leaving the house without saying a word. His family had no explanation for his love to fight, except they remember he was damn good at it.
In 1957, when Tom was only 11 years-old, his father tragically died in a car crash while away on work at a nuclear facility in southern Arizona. The news came to the family through a telephone call and young Tom overheard in the next room. When learning this, his mother felt horribly for Tom and was surprised by the compassion the young boy showed in return. He managed to walk blocks away from the home, unknowingly to his family, only to return with his mother’s favorite magazine and candy bar he bought with his own money to console her.
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West High School was his stomping ground during 1959 and 1963, and where he graduated with high honors. Classmates remember Tom as a shy, smart, and friendly kid who eased through school, allowing him to find time to do what he loved best – racing cars.
Tom’s mother remembers her son as a model child who was extremely sensitive, shy, and patriotic. He was a good boy scout and hated controversy of any kind.
mentality on to his only son Tom.
family (Tom and his sister) to Phoenix, Arizona where he would spend the rest of his youth.
As a teenager, he gained the reputation of being an accomplished racer and was considered a threat on the track. His father would have been proud knowing his son was no push over, even by the older racers he was stealing
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On the weekends and at night, Tom could be found in his mother’s garage, building, and working on cars he would race at the local track. She would remember waking on occasion to him coming home late from the track and making sure she had the covers pulled tight around her. He cared for his mother deeply.
After a lifetime of moving from town to town, Tom’s mother found a job and relocated the
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Although a rebel behind the wheel, college friends remember a softer side of Tom, and recall that he always carried a kit of tools and paint to fix any damage he caused while tearing through town. Although he was a troublemaker, at the same time he didn’t want to cause problems for anybody else and had a strong sense of ethics.
The word “cannabis” comes from the Hebrew word kneh-bosm, which means “aromatic reed.” The name was coined thanks to one organic compound found in the plant: terpenes.
Trichomes serve as a defense mechanism for cannabis in nature. They give off a strong
Myrcene, linalool, caryophyllene, humulene, limonene and pinene are some of the most commonly found terpenes in the cannabis plant. Each has their own unique scent, ranging from earthy to spicey, floral, and piney.
Opposingly, cannabis connoisseurs are attracted to these smells and can determine a lot about the type of a strain just from wafting an open jar.
But why does cannabis smell the way it does? Why is it so strong? And why can it smell like different things?
to THC, CBD, and other cannabinoids, terpenes play an important roll in the overall effects of cannabis. Terpenes provide additional therapeutic effects aside from the most looked-for “high” or “stoned” feeling.
Riots and protesting began to sweep the country and Utah was a hot spot. The more Tom became aware of the counterculture, the more he
A lot like the cars he raced down State Street, Tom blazed through school and in two and half years earned a degree with honors in Business Administration. Roommates recall Tom would
Friend of Salt Baked City and leading cannabis horticulture author Ed Rosenthal said, “If THC is the engine to the cannabis plant, terpenes are the steering wheel for its effects.” Although tiny, they are the directors of the THC high.
A rebellious side that was fueled by fast cars, whisky, and Coca-Cola, Tom decided to head north to attend the University of Utah after graduation. The surrounding Bonneville Salt Flats lured he and his souped-up Studebaker, and was soon terrorizing the streets of downtown Salt Lake City.
For example, limonene is the second most commonly found terpene in nature. Limonene is a derivative of the word “lemon” and is responsible for giving some Utah medical strains their citrusy notes. Ice Cream Man, Orange Zkittles, Orange Creamsicle, Mad Max, and Pink Starburst Petrol are just a few of the strains found in the Utah market that are typically high in Inlimonene.addition
Lab-tested products are the only way to identify which terpenes are present in a cannabis strain. To date, The Utah Department of Agriculture has not adopted this type of testing and only displays cannabinoid percentages.
The aroma of cannabis is hard to contain and immediately noticeable. Have you ever been walking down the street, gotten a loud whiff of flower, and instantly jerked your head to see where the smell was coming from?
Terpenes are fragrant oils located within the trichomes of cannabis. Trichomes are the resin glands of the cannabis plant that contain THC, CBD, CBN and other active medicinal cannabinoids. They appear as the “frosty” mushroom-like crystals that everyone loves to see on their flower.
Unlike other plants, cannabis has over 1,000 different terpenes. These terpenes vary within differing cannabis strains and provide each one with its own unique smell.
research terpenes on medical literature indexes like PubMed and Google Scholar for more information, or ask your friendly bud-tender next time you visit a Utah medical cannabis pharmacy.-Cole Fullmer
While in college his rebellion and focus on fast cars shifted to cannabis, psychedelics, and other drugs. According to classmates, smoking pot was normal for most students on campus and Tom was just like everybody else.
In the years Tom was in Utah, the country was starting to turn over on itself, and the radical movement had begun. Marines started their thunderous march into Da Nang, South Vietnam, African-American Muslim minister and human rights activist Malcolm X is assassinated in New York City, and the anti-war movement begins when the Pentagon requests the President Johnson to increase troops in Vietnam from 120,000 to 400,000.
Some describe the smell as pungent, while others consider it delightful. Whether you’re a Utah medical cannabis patient or not, the scent is undeniable.
There seems to be a family resemblance when it comes to terpene profiles, as a cannabis parent can pass down its scent to its descendant strains, called phytonutrients.
enroll in the higher-level courses first and, after receiving an A, and argue his way out of taking the lower level courses with his advisers.
scent that deters unwanted animals and insects. They even work as sunblock from the sun’s harmful UV rays.
Although the fragrance of terpenes is its most notable attribute, each terpene also comes with a host of its own effects and medicinal benefits. Pinene can boost energy, while improving focus and memory. Limonene can provide users with an elevated mood and stress-relief. Linalool has helped consumers with anti-anxiety, pain relief, and sedation.
The distinctive smell of cannabis is universal, whether you’re a consumer or not.
Myrcene is the most commonly found terpene in cannabis and has an earthy smell. You can find high levels of myrcene in popular Utah medical strains like Garanimals, Sundae Driver, Purple Punch, Do-Si-Does, and Night Terror.
We now know every cannabis strain has its own unique terpene profile, much like fingerprints. We can use these profiles to consider individual affects, and to combine different compounds for a variety of benefits. When we are purposeful, we can create the perfect terpene cocktail, or pick the perfect strain at the pharmacy to ease our medical
Terpenes are hydrocarbons, a chemical compound consisting of hydrogen and carbon and located within the plant material. Terpenes are found in virtually every plant, and are what gives them their individual smells and tastes. Over 20,000 have been discovered and catalogued in nature.
Interestingly, some terpenes counteract the effects of THC – while others boost it. The most promising terpenes to utilize in coming down to earth when you get too lit are those found in lemons, black pepper, and pine nuts.
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After the Joe Hill house was shut down in 1968, it was reopened by Hal Noakes and John Chanonat, editors of the Utah Free Press. Through this, Tom was introduced to the world of journalism and the power of the Underground Press Syndicate – and his life would never be the same again. . .
– Stay tuned for ‘Part Two of the Tom Forcade Saga’ and his entrance into the world of the underground releasing on www.saltbakecity.com
Leading the anti-war movement in Salt Lake City was Ammon Hennsey and Mary Lathrop. They opened the ‘Joe Hill House’, a Catholic Worker Movement house of hospitality located at 1462 South 400 West, two blocks away from the Vitro smokestack. This site was designed to provide social services and housing for the abundance of transients jumping off freights Hennsey felt the Salvation Army was ignoring. It was also the center for all anti-war activity in Utah.
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Hennsey was known nationally for his autobiography, “The One-Man Revolution,” which consists of seventeen chapters, each one devoted to an American radical. Known for his anti-government beliefs and refusing to pay taxes, Hennsey would also show up during Utah state executions to protest and refuse to eat. He was a free-thinker and stood tall for what he
believed in and served prison time to prove it –and Tom idolized him.
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Menstrual Pain/Endometriosis/Fibroids – Egyptians used cannabis infused honey medicinally for menstrual pain
Pharmacist Tips – I recommend patients start low and go slow when dosing for sexual enhancement. Too much will backfire, and you may get distracted and loose motivation. Experiment with solo play first before you involve your partner. Edibles may take too long and are inconsistent, so I’d recommend a small dose of inhaled cannabis along with a topical THC pre-lube. The ideal cultivar depends on the individual and the desired experience, but Lavender Jones has quite a few reviews and female fans reporting increased arousal and sensitivity. The topical pre-lubes should be applied to the vulva 20 min before you want to feel the effects. There is little systemic absorption when used vaginally. They are usually oil based which can break down latex so consider non-latex condoms or use only with a monogamous STD free partner. Don’t overdo the THC topical product. Too much sensation will backfire. As with all substances and sex, make sure ground rules and consent are discussed before consumption.
Products – Dragonfly Bath Salts, Kolibri 1:1:1 (THC:CBD:CBG) Tincture
and easing the uterine contractions associated with childbirth. The uterus is concentrated with endocannabinoid receptors. Uterine pain is where vaginal suppositories would be ideal. Until they are available in Utah it’s not too difficult to make your own at home using cocoa butter and Jilu distillate syringes that come in a variety of cannabinoid formulations. Look for THC, CBG and CBD for the most anti-inflammatory effects. Topical products, bath salts, or even a few drops of a tincture rubbed on your lower abdomen can provide some additional relief. I also recommend tinctures, edibles or inhaled flower with THC, CBD and CBG for uterine pain.
WEED AND SEX
Products –Boojum Myrcene tincture or edible, SHS Flower (all SHS cultivars I’d recommend for sleep)
Moms – Being a mom is overwhelming. Anxiety and stress can take a toll. Women want discreet products they can micro-dose because our busy over scheduled life requires productivity. Small amounts of an inhaled or edible product allow us to slow down, focus and connect with our loved ones. Try a cannabis infused beverage instead of that glass of wine at night. Micro-dosing cannabis pairs well with other self-care activities like mindfulness, meditation, yoga, exercise and quality sleep. Moms are looking for products that have just enough effects to help them relax in the evenings or during times of stress yet still be responsible and fully functional.
Products - Flower Shop Seltzers
Menopausal Symptoms – Woman use cannabis for a variety of menopausal symptoms. Hot flashes, irritability, anxiety, depression and especially menopausal insomnia. Cannabis likely helps balance our hormones and gives us better rest at night. THC is the most important ingredient to look for in a sleep product. The terpene Myrcene may also be helpful. Look for more THC/CBN sleep specific formulations in the future.
Products – FOL Intimate Love Oil (Utah’s first pre-lube), Buzz Lavender Jones flower, Boojum massage bath oil
Cannabis is healing, nurturing and calming. This powerful medicine is found most concentrated in the flowers of only female plants. Cultivators go to great lengths to keep male plants out of the equation. Parallels are often drawn between the cannabis plant and powerful divine feminine energy. It’s ironic how cannabis…so feminine in nature…has historically been marketed more towards male consumers in this traditionally male dominated industry. Female cannabis consumption is increasing, and product selection is expanding to meet our unique needs. In Utah we are a minority of medical card holders.
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Postpartum/Depression/PMS - Products with CBG and moderate amounts of THC tend to elevate your mood. I also recommend cultivars high in the terpene Limonene like Buzz White 99 or True North Sherb Crasher 6. Remember cannabis is not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding moms.
Products - Jilu THC:CBG 1:1 Forbidden Fruit vape cart, Boojum THC:CBG Hibiscus Lime edible, Buzz White 99 flower, True North Sherb Crasher 6
Sexual Libido/Dyspareunia – If you don’t know already…cannabis is basically Viagra for the ladies. A small amount of inhaled cannabis can increase both the quantity and quality of orgasms. Cannabis decreases sexual pain, anxiety, body insecurity, sexual shame and inhibitions. It allows us to be focused and present and in touch with our bodies and connect with our partner. Topical THC applied to our most sensitive spots causes vasodilation and relaxation which allows more blood flow and greater sensation. Vaginal suppositories (not in the Utah market yet) also help amplify G-spot orgasms. How is this considered a medical use? Many women experience painful intercourse aka dyspareunia and vaginismus which are painful involuntary contractions often triggered by PTSD associated with a traumatic sexual event. Cannabis allows survivors of sexual abuse and trauma to connect with their partner and truly enjoy sexual pleasure.
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For those many first-time visitors in Utah, one look at the menu board can make the head spin. Even having a casual conversation with a cannabis-savvy friend can feel like speaking a foreign language to the inexperienced.
You won’t be able to ask your budtender for advice when ordering online, but if you’re feeling anxious about visiting – this can be the best workaround. All of the various Utah medical cannabis pharmacies have websites with online menus available, and product descriptions, for instore or curbside pickup. Utah patients will need to register online with the pharmacy they want to use before their orders can be completed. Registration with these friendly pharmacies usually comes with random product discounts texted to your phone – so why not?
We recommend using your specific medical needs as a guide to choosing your consumption method. For example, if you suffer from arthritic pain, a topical cream might be the best selection. For headaches or inflammation, a tincture or vaporizer can provide instant relief. Insomnia? A high-THC concentrate or some potent cannabis flower might do the trick. If you want to just get relaxed without vaporizing, edibles could be an excellent choice.
LET THE BUDTENDER KNOW IT’S YOUR FIRST VISIT
Each type of product you’ll encounter in a Utah medical cannabis pharmacy will have its own timeline of impact. Edibles, for example, sometimes take 1.5 hours for the full effects to kick in – once your liver has broken down the THC – and those effects can last up to six hours. Tinctures, vaporizers, and cartridges will have more immediate effects that last for only a few hours.
Navigating through a Utah medical cannabis pharmacy is significantly easier when you know how to communicate with your budtender.
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terpenes is done. Go into your medical cannabis pharmacy and express to your budtender the general sense of the feeling you’re hoping to achieve, and they will help guide you to the best products. Leave the Indica, Sativa, and hybrid discussion for your grower.
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We all know smoking cannabis isn’t as bad for you as smoking cigarettes, but it’s still illegal to consume your cannabis with an open flame in Utah. Not everyone likes to smoke; however, especially if you have compromised lung health or are using cannabis for medical reasons. Vaporizing is a popular choice of consumption by Utah patients, but there are plenty of other smoke-free ways to consume cannabis and product selection is growing every day in our state’s market.
DON’T BE SHY!
Don’t be shy, this is a new industry for everybody in Utah. Medical cannabis products are changing by the day, new science is being discovered, and the Utah pharmacy shelves are ever changing – so there’s never a bad question. The happy budtenders you’ll meet are knowledgeable and eager to answer any inquiries you may have. Stay medicated and educated, Green Scene!
A budtender (we call them pharmacy associates in Utah, but some habits are hard to break at Salt Baked City) is a sales associate responsible for helping you select the best cannabis-related products to suit your medical needs. Most Utah pharmacy employees are highly trained professionals who can help with product information and consumption recommendations. Their goal is to help you become a loyal customer by matching you with products that meet your needs, and the best way for them to help make that match is through meaningful conversation.
It’s always a smart idea to let your budtender know if you’re a greenhorn to cannabis – you’re not alone in Utah. Once informed, they can suggest lower THC doses and recommend various tools they sell for easy consumption, like vaporizers and distillate cartridges.
HOW LONG DO YOU WANT THE EFFECTS TO LAST?
Forget everything you’ve ever heard about Indica, Sativa, or hybrids. Indica strains are known for their relaxing, sedative effects and are recognized for helping relieve pain and anxiety, while Sativas have been identified as more uplifting and energetic. All of those feelings are dependent on the individual cannabinoids and terpenes found in each cannabis strain. We learned in a past Salt-Baked article that Indicas, Sativas, and hybrids have many differences, but we only dealt with appearance, growth, and origins. Interestingly, it is still difficult to gauge possible effects until after testing for cannabinoids and
If you’re not visiting with a product already in mind, planning your search and questions before visiting can help significantly. Is there a consumption method you prefer? Are you looking to vaporize, eat, or apply your medical cannabis topically? Are you a seasoned consumer searching the dankest of the dank, or a novice looking for a low dose? Do you want speedy and strong effect, or a lasting impact that creeps up on you? There’s a lot to think about so read on, Green Scene.
HOW DO I WANT TO FEEL?
Here are some things to ask yourself, and your budtender, before your next pharmacy visit.
HOW DO I WANT TO CONSUME?
Medical cannabis consumers in Utah come from all walks-of-life and visit their local pharmacies for a variety of reasons. Some are patients undergoing chemotherapy looking for specific relief, while others are simply looking for rest and relaxation. Whatever spurred your visit to one of the state’s new cannabis shops, going in with purpose can help you and your budtender select the most effective products.
PERSONALIZE YOUR VISIT
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Those individuals that are registered with UDOH as caregivers may purchase, possess, transport, or assist a patient in the use of cannabis
Non-cardholders may: 1) possess, transport, or handle medical cannabis or a medical cannabis device so long as the non-cardholder is within the immediate area where the cardholder is present, and the non-cardholder only has the intent to assist the cardholder; and 2) possess, transport, or handle medical cannabis or a medical cannabis device when the cardholder in the process of being dosed with medical cannabis.
If a person does decide to travel with cannabis across state lines (whether by car or airplane), they should consult the laws of the state or states they will be traveling to or through to determine the legality of cannabis in those states. It is important to remember that, although cannabis legalization has made great strides in recent times, there are a number of states where it remains entirely illegal (including in the neighboring states of Idaho and Wyoming).
Cannabis remains a Schedule I controlled substance under the CSA, which means traveling with it across state lines is a federal crime.
may only possess their cannabis (including cannabis products like vape cartridges, tinctures, topicals, and etc.) in the container in which the cardholder received the medical cannabis from the medical cannabis pharmacy.
A cardholder may possess or transport cannabis or a cannabis product in a medicinal dosage form or a medical cannabis device in accordance with the Utah Medical Cannabis Act and the recommendation underlying the cardholder’s card.
Cardholders are prohibited from altering or removing any label from their cannabis or cannabis products.
in a medicinal dosage form, a cannabis product in a medicinal dosage form, or a medical cannabis device on behalf of the designating medical cannabis cardholder.
Store all medical cannabis, medical cannabis products, or medical cannabis devices in a vehicle in a closed/locked bag or other container outside of reach (i.e., in the trunk or Remember,backseat).
that a cardholder is stopped by law enforcement, and the officer is able to verify that the person stopped is a valid medical cannabis cardholder using the EVS, then the officer may not arrest or take the individual into custody for the sole reason that the individual is in possession of cannabis in a medicinal dosage form, a cannabis product in a medicinal dosage form, or a medical cannabis device. Likewise, the officer may not seize the cannabis, cannabis product, or medical cannabis device.
Cardholders must carry their medical cannabis card at all times when in possession of medical cannabis, as well as a label that identifies that the medical cannabis the cardholder possesses was sold from a licensed medical cannabis pharmacy.
Unprocessed flower that was purchased more than 60 days ago is no longer considered to be in a medicinal dosage form outside of a cardholder’s primary residence.
medical cannabis or a cannabis product.
cardholders (or anyone else) stopped by law enforcement do not have to consent to a field sobriety test or a search of the person’s Invehicle.theevent
In line with the foregoing, a rebuttable presumption exists that a cardholder who possesses cannabis, a cannabis product, or medical cannabis device possesses such legally, and there is no probable cause, based solely on the cardholder’s possession of the cannabis in a medicinal dosage form, cannabis product in a medicinal dosage form, or a medical cannabis device, to believe that the cardholder is engaging in illegal activity.
The foregoing is for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice. You should contact an attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem. Nothing herein creates an attorney-client relationship between author and the reader.
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Absent an “emergency medical condition,” a medical cannabis patient cardholder, a provisional patient cardholder, or a nonresident patient may not use, in public view,
Utah medical cannabis cardholders must carry their medical cannabis card that includes the patient’s name.
When transporting or possessing cannabis flower and/or gelatinous cubes or lozenges in public, cardholders must keep the flower or edible product in the container the cardholder received the flower or edible product from the pharmacy and inside the opaque bag or box provided to the patient by the Cardholderspharmacy.
As the holiday season is upon us, many patients are likely gearing up to travel and celebrate with family and friends. However, before you pack your medical cannabis and get ready to travel, there are some important things you need to know. Here are some of them.
