5 Cannabis Friendly Activities to Enhance Your Season
Summer is the perfect time to explore new experiences and make the most of the warm weather. Incorporating cannabis into your summer activities can add a new dimension of relaxation, creativity, and enjoyment. Here are five fantastic ways to blend cannabis with your favorite summer pastimes.
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Cannabis-Infused Cooking Classes and Infused Dining Experiences
Cannabis-infused cooking classes and dining experiences are excellent ways to combine your love for food with the therapeutic effects of cannabis. These experiences teach you how to prepare a variety of dishes using cannabis-infused oils or butters, from appetizers to desserts, and often culminate in a communal meal.
Benefits:
- Enhanced Culinary Skills: Learn professional cooking techniques and how to incorporate cannabis into your meals safely.
- Social Experience: Cooking classes and dining experiences offer social settings where you can meet like-minded individuals and share your love for cannabis cuisine.
- Controlled Consumption: Edibles provide a controlled way to enjoy cannabis, ensuring consistent dosing and prolonged effects.
Tips:
- Proper Dosing: Start with low doses to avoid overconsumption. The effects of edibles can take longer to manifest and last longer than other forms of cannabis.
- Quality Ingredients: Use high-quality cannabis products and ingredients to ensure the best culinary experience.
- Educate Yourself: Learn about the different effects of various strains and dosages to tailor your culinary creations to your desired experience.
Resources: Look for local pop ups like Oui’d Dinner and cannabis-friendly chefs like The Table for infused dining experiences. For cannabis cooking classes, work with a cannabis-friendly chef or caterer to plan a party or attend an upcoming event like the Patients Magazine Cooking with Cannabis class coming later this summer.
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Yoga and Cannabis Sessions
Combining yoga with cannabis can enhance the relaxation and mindfulness benefits of your practice. Outdoor yoga sessions in a park or on a beach provide a serene environment to experience the synergistic effects of yoga and cannabis.
Benefits:
- Enhanced Relaxation: Cannabis can help deepen your relaxation and focus during yoga.
- Mindful Practice: The calming effects of cannabis can enhance your mindfulness and presence during your practice.
- Connection with Nature: Practicing yoga outdoors allows you to connect with nature, further enhancing your experience.
Tips:
- Choose the Right Strain: Opt for strains that promote relaxation and focus without heavy sedation.
- Comfort and Consent: Ensure all participants are comfortable with cannabis use and aware of its effects.
Resources: Search for cannabis-friendly yoga instructors or studios that offer these types of sessions. Additionally, Kind Goods and Wynk have partnered with Shannon Lenzen to host the Kind Goods Yoga Collective, with the first event in the series to be held this Sunday.
Cannabis-Enhanced Hiking Adventures
Hiking is a fantastic way to explore the outdoors and stay active. Adding cannabis to your hiking adventure can heighten your sensory experiences and deepen your appreciation of nature.
Benefits:
- Sensory Enhancement: Cannabis can enhance your senses, making the sights, sounds, and smells of nature more vivid.
- Increased Relaxation: Cannabis can help you relax and fully enjoy your time in nature.
- Physical Activity: Hiking is great exercise, and cannabis can help alleviate any exercise-induced discomfort.
Tips:
- Portable Consumption: Use a portable vaporizer or pre-rolls for convenience and discretion.
- Respect Nature: Keep the trails clean and adhere to local laws regarding cannabis use.
Resources: Check local hiking groups or cannabis clubs that might organize such activities. You can find trail maps and resources for hiking state parks here.
Cannabis and Art Workshops
Unleash your creativity by attending an art workshop where cannabis consumption is allowed. Whether it’s painting, pottery, or another form of art, cannabis can help unlock your creative potential and reduce inhibitions.
Benefits:
- Foster Creativity: Cannabis can help stimulate creative thinking and enhance your artistic expression.
- Relaxing Environment: Art workshops provide a therapeutic outlet for stress relief and relaxation.
- Social Interaction: These workshops offer a chance to meet and connect with other creative individuals.
Tips:
- Select Creative Strains: Choose strains known for boosting creativity and focus, such as those high in limonene and pinene.
- Supportive Atmosphere: Ensure the environment is welcoming and supportive for all participants.
Resources: Look for local art studios or community centers that host cannabis-friendly events. Websites like Puff Pass & Paint offer classes in various locations.
Cannabis-Infused Disc Golf
Disc golf is a fun and active way to spend time outdoors, and incorporating cannabis can make it even more enjoyable. This sport combines the challenge of golf with the fun of frisbee, and it’s perfect for all skill levels.
Benefits:
- Engaging and Active: Disc golf provides physical activity and a chance to improve your skills.
- Social Fun: It’s a social game that you can enjoy with friends, and cannabis can enhance the camaraderie.
- Accessible and Affordable: Most disc golf courses are free or very inexpensive to play on.
Tips:
- Portable and Discreet: Use a portable vaporizer or edibles for a discreet way to consume cannabis during the game.
- Respect the Rules: Follow the rules of the course and local laws regarding cannabis use.
Resources: Check out Grow’n’Throw, a combination home grow and disc golf retail store owned by Patrick Waibel, a multi-time US Cannabis Cup winner. Or check the Professional Disc Golf Association for courses and events near you.
By integrating cannabis into these summer activities, you can enhance your experiences and make the most of the season. Remember to consume responsibly and be mindful of the effects of cannabis to ensure a safe and enjoyable time.
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