PUBLISHER’SLETTER

July marks our “1st Anniversary” here at NUG Magazine and a lot has
happened since our inaugural issue. The cannabis community has
grown tremendously in San Diego and more and more people are
JULY 2010 VOL. 2 ISSUE #7 “coming out of the cannabis closet,” (I borrowed that last line from
NUG Magazine Staff: Craig Beresh of So Cal NORML). It is amazing how far we have come
in such a short time. To celebrate, there is a big NUG birthday party
Publisher: Ben G. Rowin planned at the “Slightly Stoopid Legalize It 2010 Tour” on July 17th

Associate Publisher: Brandon Lee at Cricket Wireless Amphitheatre. Keep an eye out on our social
network for your chance to win free tickets. We welcome all
Editor: Dion Markgraaff of our readers to come out and join us!
Associate Editor: M.J. Smith
The City of San Diego is also having its very own birthday
Administrative Assistant: Gio Blitz party this month. On Friday, July 16th a celebration of San
Diego’s 241st birthday will take place in the gardens of the
Copy Editor: Hashley, George Alberts
Whaley House Museum in Old Town.
Events Editor: Cletus “KRON” Greathouse
The 4th is always a fun time in San Diego as we celebrate our
Music Editor: Ras Mike
independence! The fireworks will be going on all month long at Sea
Photographers: William West, Courtney World, making for a great night time outing for the family.
Pakalolo, Gio Blitz, Eric Fowler

Calendar Editor: Courtney Pakalolo

Videographer: Chris Gabriel
Contributors: “The Guru”, Dion Markgraaff, Kim
Twolan, Eugene Davidovich, James Dean Stacy,
Scott Whytsell, Marc Emmelmann, Gerald
Singleton, Dannabis Ruderalis, Pamela Jayne,
Deborah Malka MD, Goldi Schiffner, Joseph
Klare, Lance Rogers, Nancy Botwin, Larry
Sweet, Michelle Huerta, Stephanie Singer,
Zodiac Mama, Jasen T. Davis, Tiffany Janay, Eric
Fowler, Chandra Woodhouse, Kristin Frederiksen
Green Reefer Comic by. Joshua Boulet
Sales Director: Ben G. Rowin
We will be adding some new monthly features to the magazine over
the next few issues. This month is the beginning of our freshly cul-
tivated horoscope that will dive into the male and female sign of the month,
written by our own Zodiac Mama. And as always, we have some amazing interviews to bring you,
including one of my new favorite bands, Rebelution.
Make sure you check out this month’s events calendar. July is popping with stuff to do! And don’t miss
our feature article about all the wonderful ways to get fit in San Diego. Get out there, enjoy the San
Diego sun, and get active!
As for the future…we are committed to continuing to push forward and bring the NUG readers informa-
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 Update on the Benjamin Gasper Case
By: Eugene Davidovich
SAN DIEGO - In another resounding defeat for San Diego District At-
torney Bonnie Dumanis and her fierce fight against medical marijuana
in San Diego, the Honorable Judge Frederick Maguire today in Supe-
rior Court dismissed charges of cultivation of marijuana in the case of
People v. Benjamin Gasper.
Mr. Gasper was charged with felony cultivation and possession of
marijuana in November of 2009 after the San Diego Police found a
warehouse where he and two other medical cannabis patients were
collectively cultivating marijuana for their own medical purposes.
Bahar Ansari took on Mr. Gasper’s case months ago, at practically no
cost and has worked tirelessly to provide him with superb representa-
tion and has been a true advocate against a DA’s office that for years
now has been at the forefront of trying to overturn Proposition 215 and
the will of California voters.
In March of 2010, at the preliminary hearing in Mr. Gasper’s case,
Bahar Ansari called to the stand both collective members who testified
that they all got together in October of 2009 and signed a Collective
Agreement, which stated; “As qualified medical marijuana patients un-
der California law, we choose to associate collectively or cooperatively
to cultivate marijuana for medical purposes. All members of our medi-
cal marijuana collective will contribute labor, funds, or materials, and
all will receive medicine.”
During a court recess that day in March, in a surprising move, the
prosecution offered Mr. Gasper a plea deal. Mr. Gasper however, re-
fused the offer, and Ms. Ansari proceeded to present the case.
Judge W. Krauel decided that day to bind the case over for trial, even
though the testimony of both patients proved that this was a legal col-
lective of patients cultivating their own medication. At the hearing, we
heard narcotics detectives saying that they believed he was a “care-
giver” therefore they decided to arrest and charge him.
Mr. Gasper and his attorney Ms. Ansari did not give up, they quickly
filed a request for a hearing to review the decision Judge Krauel made
in March, and today, after having reviewed all the evidence, and hav-
ing heard all the arguments from both the defense and the District
Attorney’s office, Judge Maguire dismissed the cultivation charge
against Mr. Gasper.
Ms. Ansari, following the ruling said, “Judge Maguire in Department 53
granted our motion based on my argument that the preliminary hear-
ing judge failed to weigh the evidence, make any credibility findings,
or assess any of the evidence that was presented at the conclusion of
the hearing. He stated that he felt the credibility findings and weigh-
ing of evidence was an issue for the jury. Today, Judge Maguire read
the transcripts, heard my arguments, and agreed that Jugde Krauel
did not carry out his duty of weighing the evidence; therefore Judge
Maguire dismissed the cultivation charge.”
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When asked how she felt about the judge’s decision, Ms.
Ansari said “I feel elated. I’ve been told that this judge hard-
ly ever grants these types of motions. I went in there today
thinking that he absolutely should grant it and if he wasn’t
going to do it, I was already planning on appealing it. When
he did grant it, I was absolutely and delightfully shocked.”
In explaining what kind of message today’s decision would
send to the San Diego DA’s office, she said, “I hope that the
message it sends to them is that they should not be wasting
resources on persecuting medical marijuana patients. That
is my hope. But given their conduct in the last few months,
after the Jovan Jackson trial for example, they filed a new
case against him, and based on statements from represen-
tatives of the DA’s office since then, it would appear that
they haven’t stopped. The ruling in this case however, was
based more on the preliminary hearing judge’s error in fail-
ing to weigh the evidence. The judge entirely failed to carry
out his duty, to do exactly what he is supposed to do during
a preliminary hearing.”
“I would advise patients to follow the law and the Attorney
General’s guidelines to the best of their ability. At the same
time, that is exactly what many people have done who have
nonetheless been prosecuted by the San Diego District At-
torney. So, I say that with a caveat, that this won’t neces-
sarily protect them from prosecution. If they are prosecut-
ed, however, they should fight it if they were following the
law and should not take a plea bargain. It seems that the
DA’s office refuses to follow the law and makes every effort
to subvert the law. I think patients should continue to follow
the law, and if forced to go to court, fight it, then there will be
more cases like this where in the end they prevail.”
After court today, Mr. Gasper said “I feel fantastic and
relieved that the charge was dismissed, but still am con-
cerned about the system. I am hoping that no one else has
to go through this in the future.  Patients should not have to
lose everything to prove their innocence.”
City of San Diego –
Update on Medical
Marijuana Regulations
Over the last year, as opposed to the
County of San Diego, the City of San Di-
ego has taken a pro-active approach to
regulating medical marijuana dispensa-
ries. In September of 2009, after years
of patients pleading with city officials for
sensible regulations and a stop to the
raids on dispensaries, the San Diego
City Council through the leadership of
Marty Emerald established the Medical
Marijuana Task Force (MMTF) to advise
the council on guidelines for patients,
structure and operation of collectives
and cooperatives, and guidelines for po-
lice department enforcement regarding
medical marijuana.
Since then, the MMTF has issued two
reports which provided recommenda-
tions to the City Council on all the issues
they were tasked with. The recommen-
dations the task force made, were rea-
sonable, included input from community
members on all sides of the debate, and
held patient’s interest in mind.
In April of 2010, the San Diego Pub-
lic Safety & Neighborhood Services
(PS&NS) Committee directed the City
Attorney to provide legal recommenda-
tions, and the Office of the Independent
Budget Analyst (IBA) review the imple-
mentation, costs, fee structure, and how
to implement the MMTF’s recommenda-
tions within the city government.
The MMTF, IBA, and PS&NS since, have
all provided their reports and recommen-
dations, and now the City Attorney’s of-
fice is supposed to be in the process of
drafting a proposed ordinance which at
some point this summer, the City Coun-
cil is set to discuss and vote on.
Although the ordinance has not been is-
sued as of the date this article was writ-
ten, it appears that the proposed ordi-
nance will include at least the following
restrictions:
PERMITING
All applications will be subject to a Pro-
cess 4 Conditional Use Permit (CUP)
Proof of non-profit status required for
the CUP
Existing dispensaries must come into
compliance with the new ordinance
COSTS (20k-40k)
Full cost recovery to mitigate any costs
borne by the City
INSPECTION
San Diego Police Department Inspec-
tions and Approval of dispensaries
ZONING RESTRICTIONS
(Limited To)
Commercial* – Regional (CR), Office
(CO) and Community (CC)
Industrial – Park (IP), Light (IL), Heavy
(IH)
Any commercial zones must be without
residential uses
SEPARATION REQUIREMENTS
Dispensaries within the City of San Di-
ego shall not be located:
Within a 1,000-foot radius of the follow-
ing laundry list; schools, playgrounds,
libraries, child care facilities, parks,
places of worship, and youth facilities,
including but not limited to youth hos-
tels, youth camps, youth clubs and other
similar uses.
Within a 500-foot radius of other dis-
pensing cooperatives and collectives.
Additional consideration must be given
to the zones with Planned District Ordi-
nances.
ORGANIZATION
Limiting dispensaries to organizing only
as statutory cooperative.
Although the City of San Diego appears
to be moving forward with trying to
implement the law and a regulation for
medical marijuana dispensaries, some
in the city government are trying to de-
rail this effort.
Code Enforcement, San Diego Police
Department, and County District Attor-
ney Investigators, are walking around
from dispensary to dispensary and de-
livering cease & desist letters from the
city, conducting criminal investigations,
and claiming that all dispensaries are in
violation of zoning because there is no
zoning category specifically designed
for them.
What they fail to mention to the dispen-
saries is that the City has in fact issued
legitimate business tax certificates to a
large number of dispensaries, and that
the planning department has the discre-
tion to place a business into a different
category if one does not exist for them
currently. In fact, several dispensaries in
the community have already filed litiga-
tion challenging these cease and desist
orders.
There are currently over one hundred
dispensaries in the City of San Diego,
and to the many thousands of patients
who have never seen this level of safe
access in the city, this is a dream come
true, but to the reefer madness propa-
gandists, this level of safe access is
madness. Although we have not seen
any increase in crime around these facil-
ities, the city appears to be on the brink
of adopting a moratorium against new
dispensaries. What this means is that
now, there is a unique window of op-
portunity for patients to unite and create
new cooperative and collective efforts
throughout the city, that could potentially
be grandfathered in if the ordinance al-
lows for it, and at the lease would con-
tinue to provide the very much needed
medicine to many thousands of patients
in the city.
To stay up to date on the latest with the
City of San Diego Medical Marijuana
Regulations, please visit www.safeac-
cesssd.org or call San Diego ASA at
619-303-1918 to join Americans for
Safe Access (ASA) please visit www.
safeacecssnow.org
Dear NUG,

I noticed that you don’t have any dis-

pensary listings in the back of your
magazine. What is the best way I can
find a dispensary located near me?
Thanks for your help, James

We do not print listings in the back of

our magazine because there are many
wonderful online directories like
MyMarijuanaCommunity.com that
already provide this valuable service
for local patients. We have instead
partnered with them rather than
duplicate their efforts. Thanks for
understanding and check them out
online next time you are searching
for a dispensary or other MMJ related
service!

Dear NUG,

I have a collective in Orange County

and I am interested in receiving your
magazine for our patients. Is that pos-
sible and how do I set it up?
Peace, Vanessa

At this time, NUG is only distributed

for free in San Diego County. We
have locations from Oceanside all
the way down to the Mexico border.
For those outside of San Diego, we
offer a subscription service online
where you can purchase a 6-month
or 12-month subscription for $4 per
issue. Go to nugmag.com and click on
subscribe. If you need more than one
copy, we now offer business sub-
scriptions as well. You can receive a
25 copy bundle shipped directly to
your physical location (no P.O. boxes
please) and the cost for this service
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ness subscription email Ben at info@
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do not make any profit from offering
these services. The costs are merely
to cover shipping and handling.
 Child Welfare Services
I have been somewhat reluctant to respond to the many
negative references to Child Welfare Services (CWS) in San
Diego, since I fully understand that there are few events in
the history of a family that can be as devastating as having
a child removed from a parents’ custody.  I worked for CWS
in San Diego for 14 years, spending the majority of that time
investigating child abuse cases.
Let’s start there, at the complaint.  Child abuse complaints
are received at the Child Abuse Hotline.  Anyone can call
this number and report child abuse, including SDPD and
other professionals.  A hotline call is handled by a protec-
tive services worker that is trained to differentiate between
the call from an angry spouse during a divorce and a real
situation when a child may be in danger.  The assessment
is made by that PSW and perhaps their supervisor depend-
ing on the level of risk.  The highest level is responded to
immediately, while the others may require contact within 24
hours, 3 days, etc.
That complaint creates a file that is transmitted to a super-
visor in one of the investigation units in the regional area
where the child lives.
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By: Larry Sweet, SDASA
Once filed, all complaints must be investigated and either de-
termined founded or unfounded by the investigating PSW.
The decision to remove a child from parent custody is made by
the PSW at the scene with approval from the supervisor who
assigned the case for investigation.  The criteria are clear and
defined based generally on age and type of abuse suspected. 
Obviously, children under five years of age with head injuries
are a far more critical issue than a 16-year-old complaining of
a spanking.
If the circumstances in the home require removal of the child,
the child is taken to Polinsky as a rule.  A new Court PSW is
assigned to re-check the findings by the investigating PSW and
either release the child back to their parents or set a court date
for formal CWS action.  Many of these children are returned if
the Court PSW, in conjunction with their supervisor, determines
it is in the best interest of the child to return home while the
court case continues or is dropped altogether.
The other way children come into custody is through police ac-
tion.  If police are involved in an action where the adults are
going to be arrested they typically call CWS to send a PSW to
take the child into custody since there will be no supervision
for the child.   When called in this manner, CWS does
essentially the same thing as a hotline call, except the
child is already in custody when the PSW gets there.  The
PSW is simply taking custody of the child from the SDPD
and taking the child to Polinsky, where the Court PSW
can make the determination regarding the child’s safety. 
The majority of these children are released as soon as a
suitable relative can be found.

The police may choose to file a charge of “Child Endan-

germent” or some such criminal charge against the par-
ents.  THIS HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH CWS!  The
CWS codes for custody do not include “Child Endanger-
ment.” 

There are many members of our community that do not

understand this. 

One individual that I spoke to was complaining of CWS

taking their child.  Well, this is not true, the child was tak-
en by SDPD and then custody was transferred to CWS,
who sent the child home because they found no problem. 
SDPD did continue to charge this individual with “Child
Endangerment” and the individual continued to blame
CWS, even though they agreed with him and helped him
in every way possible.  In this case and others, CWS
makes a convenient target for the outrage and shame
felt by parents in this situation.  Impotence in this situa-
tion makes people feel crazy, which is the hardest part
of the job.

In conclusion, there are several things to remember when

dealing with CWS:

1. CWS is a reflection of the population at large,

only far more liberal.  Your PSW may have far more lib-
eral views than you do, but they are there to protect a
child, not discuss politics.
2. Because SDPD believes you are a bad par-
ent, does not make it true.
3. Children need protection, who do you want
doing the job, SDPD?
4. CWS workers, from the Director to the clerks,
love children.  There is no other reason to put up with
the low pay, impossible work load, and unrelenting bad
press, and emotional turmoil.
5. I am the kind of guy I want walking through the
door to do a CWS investigation if it is my family involved. 
CWS is full of people like me.

San Diego Americans for Safe Access

www.SafeAccessSD.org

Get involved, get active, and make a difference!

Join ASA - www.safeaccessnow.org
 Keith Stroup, (J.D., founder of NORML), Kimberly Simms, Craig Beresh, Allen St. Pierre (Executive Director NORML and The NORML Foundation)
Kimberly Simms is a Medical
Marijuana Attorney on a Mission
We caught up with Kimberly on her way to NORML’s National
Legal Conference in Aspen. We asked how she is able to bal-
ance her many important roles in our local cannabis community.
Kimberly is a Medical Marijuana Lawyer, a Legal Cannabis Institute
Instructor and a Southern California NORML Board Member –
when does she sleep? Let’s ask and see.
Kimberly, how did you get involved with cannabis
law?
I have always been interested in social and political issues as
they apply to the practice of law. I am a long time supporter of an
individual’s right to use alternative or holistic healthcare. When
14 Stores were raided on September 9, 2009 and people were
arrested and private patient records seized, I realized I had to do
more than just be a “supporter”; I had to be a vocal activist.
What aspect of MMJ Law is your primary focus?
I primarily focus on educating individuals on how to operate legal
cannabis collectives or cooperatives. This is a tricky area of law
and there are many legal issues and boundaries to consider. I
help my clients navigate the medical marijuana laws in Califor-
nia. I also handle other civil issues arising from a patient’s use of
medical marijuana such as landlord/tenant, employment, and child
custody issues.
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By: Nancy Botwin
How has it changed your life? Way of thinking?
The most amazing part of my job is the wonderful and unique people
I get to meet. The marijuana industry draws from all professions and
backgrounds. It is an honor to be part of such an incredible move-
ment. Practicing in this area of law is a daily reminder that we, as
a society, have no idea what kinds of problems or illnesses a person
has and we cannot simply judge an individual by how they physically
appear.
What do you do as the VP of the largest chapter of
NORML?
My duties vary from educator and fundraiser to right hand woman
of who ever needs an extra set of hands! I also have the pleasure
of organizing monthly legal team meetings for my fellow advocates.
NORML is also working hard to promote taxcannabis.org, encourage
dialogue about the ballot initiatives, and motivate people to get out and
vote!
You are becoming a local champion for the marijuana
community; did I hear you are teaching as well? What do
you teach at the Legal Cannabis Institute?
Teaching at the Legal Cannabis Institute is truly the best part of
my week. I teach a class called “How to Start a Collective/Delivery
Service.” The class is 3 hours long and I talk all about the important
legal parameters and boundaries to operate a legal medical marijuana
dispensary.

The two most important things we discuss in class are that collec-
tives/cooperatives must be a closed circuit of valid medical marijuana
patients or primary caregivers AND that collectives/cooperatives must
operate as nonprofit businesses.
I saw you on the NBC news in June. Why?
NBC did an excellent profile of the Legal Cannabis Institute. It’s San
Diego’s first and only medical marijuana school and it is important that
people know where to go to find accurate information.
What is the biggest misconception you come across
while working in cannabis law?
Unfortunately, there are still many stereotypes and misconceptions that
I confront on a daily basis.
I think the two biggest misconceptions would have to be:
-All collective/cooperatives are running illegally and making huge prof-
its. It takes a tremendous amount of time, energy and resources to run
a legal and successful collective. Until you’ve seen a business’s books
and talked to the managers – you have no idea what is going on inside
their business. These blanket accusations are inappropriate and more
often than likely, incorrect.
-Legalizing marijuana will make it easier for kids to gain access to
marijuana. 85% of teenagers have reported trying marijuana – need I
say more?
What would you like people to know about cannabis and
current events in history?
It is so important that we all stay up to date and aware of things hap-
pening on the local level. Currently, San Diego is gearing up to draft an
ordinance to regulate marijuana collectives/cooperatives. It is important
that we all stay on top of this issue and be on the lookout for overly
restrictive terms and speak with our city representatives about our
concerns. I also cannot say this enough – If you are not currently reg-
istered to vote – please get registered! The November ballot contains
four ballot initiatives related to marijuana. It is going to be such a close
vote and this is a prime example of “every vote counts.”
Are you supporting Tax Cannabis 2010?
Absolutely! This is an extremely important initiative that could help
close California’s billion dollar deficit, create jobs and most of all, law
enforcement can stop wasting time chasing after recreational marijuana
users and we can free up space in the overcrowded jails for the real
criminals.
What is next for Kimberly Simms, Esq.?
I plan to just keep on fighting the good fight! I truly believe that every
person can make a difference. I am continuing to work with Southern
California NORML and San Diego’s Americans for Safe Access to help
educate people, monitor the city’s progress on an ordinance, promote
taxcannabis.org, and provide the best legal representation to those in
need!
Randall Seiden
By: Eugene Davidovich, NUG Magazine
Psychic, Researcher,
Ambassador
In San Diego, on a sunny Friday afternoon,
Randall Seiden will sit in a blue fold-out
chair on the main El Prado drag of Balboa
Park and watch tourists pass while enjoying
a cup of coffee – as he’s done for the last 15
years. Periodically, someone will sit down
in the chair next to him for a Tarot reading
and usually find themselves in a deep and
intriguing conversation about the past, fu-
ture, or unexpected topics such as medical
cannabis therapeutics and research.

Having grown up in Kansas City in a Jewish

family heavily involved in international poli-
tics, Randall worked for the Israeli Consul-
ate in Los Angeles and traveled regularly

back and forth between the
two countries by the time he
was 17. Around the same
time, he was diagnosed with
CREST, a type of collagen
vascular disease, and told he
wouldn’t live to see 27. Now
56, Randall has lost several
fingers, suffered a stroke, at
times has been confined to
a wheelchair, and forced to
live with daily chronic and
debilitating pain – due to the
disease.
CREST otherwise known as
Scleroderma, is a disease
known by the symptoms its
victims exhibit; Calcinosis,
Raynaud’s phenomenon,
Esophageal dysfunction, Scle-
rodactyly, and Telangiecta-
sias. WebMD defines it as a
chronic autoimmune disorder
that can cause tightening and
thickening of the skin, thick-
ening of blood vessels, and
damage to internal organs.
There is no known cause for
the disease, and only 55% of
patients with the more serious
form – diffuse scleroderma –
survive past ten years after
being diagnosed.
The disease and all the mis-
fortunes it brought did not stop
Randall from making great
achievements in his life and
defeating all odds. In 2006,
San Diego City Beat said it
best, “To classify him as a
mere entertainer is, clearly,
a gross underestimation of a
man who’s earned six colle-
giate degrees and worked as
an educator, an entertainer,
an entrepreneur, an interna-
tional negotiator, a reporter,
a medical researcher and a
naturopathic doctor.”
Some of Randall’s degrees
include a Doctorate in Cul-
tural Medicine and Medical
Anthropology from Tulane
University, a degree in Rab-
binical Studies from the Rab-
binical School of America
in New Jersey, and a Natur-
opathic Medical Practitioner
degree from Pacific Western
University.
One of the many opportunities
he had in his life was working
as a researcher for several
well-known pharmaceutical
companies doing work in re-
mote parts of the world. His
job was searching for natural
remedies that people in those
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areas were using to treat their
ailments. He would attempt to
identify and isolate the source
of a natural remedy and bring
it back to the United States,
where the pharmaceutical
companies could manufacture
a synthetic version that could
be patented, sold, and distrib-
uted.
On one occasion, during his
research back in the US,
Randall was searching for a
specific targeted immunosup-
pressant that would take out or
slow down B cell immunology
without affecting the rest of the
immune system – a find that
could potentially help with his
own disease.
During a test he was conduct-
ing, he used a spectrometer to
analyze a natural compound
found in one of the plants he
brought back from a trip. He
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explained he wasn’t getting
any positive results until he
decided to drop a small bud
of cannabis into the testing
solution. To his surprise the
needle on the spectrometer
immediately fell into the cor-
rect position.
For him, this meant that can-
nabis had the potential to slow
down the attacks on his body
by his immune system, which
explains why for all these years
he has been feeling much bet-
ter from using the plant recre-
ationally.
Since that day, Randall has
taken up “the cause” as his
own and has become a dedi-
cated advocate for medical
cannabis. In early 2000, he
helped a friend set up a medi-
cal marijuana dispensing fa-
cility in Northern California,
where they both conducted
research on the specific com-
pounds found in cannabis;
THC, CBD, etc. The facility
exists today and continues to
provide quality medicine to pa-
tients in need.
In 2005, Randall suffered a
stroke, which temporarily dis-
abled the movement on one
side of his body and confined
him to a wheelchair. He sur-
vived the stroke, but was hos-
pitalized for some time, and
moved back to Kansas to be
with his family to get help with
his recovery.
Against all odds and his doc-
tor’s predictions, now, with
using an integrated medicine
approach that combines west-
ern medicine with alternative
naturopathic medicines and
cannabis therapy, he is able
to walk again and is back to
work in Balboa Park reading
Tarot cards as well as running
a travel service.
Randall had a few words of ad-
vice for patients and collectives
in San Diego. He said, “We
need more research into the
medicinal efficacy of cannabis
and if the government wasn’t
going to help, that patients
should do it themselves.”
He urges patients to document
what strains help with which
ailments, collectives to keep
track of these testimonies and
continue to build a strong so-
cial network in our community
for patients to be part of.
 High &
m
Low Times

a n n a b i s N e w s F r o
C
High Times
By: Lance Rogers, Esq.

Washington D.C. - Council Ap- 2010), Crispin writes, “The war Low Times
proves Medical Marijuana Mea- on drugs has been an even more
spectacular failure . . . the overall Canada – Marc Emery, “Prince
sure
death toll of the war on drugs may of Pot”, Extradited and Facing
be incalculable, but it clearly runs Five Years in Prison
On May 4th, the 13-member
Washington, D.C. Council voted into many thousands each year.
This terrible carnage is too high a In a sad reflection on U.S./Ca-
unanimously to allow doctors to
price to pay for empty positioning nadian relations, the Canadian
recommend medical marijuana to
and aggressively phrased but de- government caved to pressures
patients suffering from HIV, can-
ceptive political rhetoric.” by the U.S. and agreed to extra-
cer, glaucoma, or other “chronic
dite Marc Emery last month. For
and lasting diseases.” This histor-
Colorado – Advocates Gear Up years, Emery was the largest sup-
ic legislation means that D.C. will
For 2012 Legalization Attempt plier of cannabis seeds to growers
join 14 states that allow for the use
throughout the United States. He
of medical marijuana by qualified
On June 11th, Boulder-based channeled most of the proceeds
patients. Advocates expect May-
Cannabis Therapy Institute an- back into marijuana defense and
or Adrian Fenty to sign the mea-
nounced that it will begin work legalization efforts in North Ameri-
sure into law, which will then force
on a legalization measure for the ca. In a plea agreement – orches-
a showdown between city officials
2012 ballot in Colorado. The insti- trated over the past five years
and the federal government. To
tute is forming a fundraising board – the 52-year-old pleaded guilty –
block the law from taking effect,
legal committee to work on draft- on May 24th in U.S. District Court
Congress and the White House
ing the proposed language of the – to one count of conspiracy to
must pass a joint resolution. Ad-
initiative. The group is tentatively distribute marijuana. He now
vocates should keep a close eye
calling the campaign “Legalize faces five years in federal custo-
to see what action, if any, the fed-
2012.” The state’s last legaliza- dy. In exchange for Emery’s plea,
eral government will take.
tion attempt was back in 2006 the U.S. Attorney’s Office agreed
with Amendment 44, which lost by to spare his two employees from
Australia – Supreme Court
61% to 39%. In a recent Rasmus- prosecution and jail time. Emery
Judge Publishes New Legaliza-
sen poll, 49% of Colorado voters will remain in a federal detention
tion Book
supported legalization, with 13% facility in Seattle until his formal
undecided and 39% opposed. sentencing on September 10th.
In his new book, distinguished
According to Greg Stinson, presi- Then he will likely be transferred
former Australian Supreme Court
dent of the Front Range chapter of to federal prison in El Reno, Okla-
Judge Ken Crispin calls for the le-
NORML, “We’ve got considerably homa, where prison officials will
galization and regulation of drugs
more manpower this time around, decide where he will be sent to
including marijuana. In The Quest
and the climate is a lot more fa- serve his time.
For Justice (Scribe Publications,
vorable.”
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 Around t h e G l o b e
Montana – Anti-Cannabis Group
Planning Attempt to Repeal
MMJ Law
A new opposition group called
“Safe Community Safe Kids” re-
cently received an approved peti-
tion in an attempt to repeal Mon-
tana’s medical marijuana law.
Republican Senator Jim Shock-
ley, who helped draft the state-
ment, told reporters, “It’s perfectly
clear. You are either for the current
medical marijuana act or you’re
against it, and that’s the choice
the voter gets.” The group must
collect more than 24,000 signa-
tures in less than a week. Mari-
juana advocates are hopeful that
this attempt is merely a publicity
stunt and lacks serious merit.
Colorado – Vail Town Council
Bans MMJ Collectives
On June 1st, the Town Council
of Vail, Colorado voted to ban all
medical marijuana dispensaries
within town limits. Acting under
the authority granted by recent
state legislation, the Council voted
6:1 for the ban. Mayor Dick Cleve-
land told the press, “We’ve spent
how many millions promoting this
town? It seems this kind of flies in
the face of the tone we’ve tried to
set in this community.” Lone sup-
porter Councilwoman Margaret
Rogers said she didn’t feel com-
fortable banning something that
Colorado voters clearly approved.
Instead, she would rather allow it,
regulate it, and tax it. Sound fa-
miliar?
 Photos By. Hans Fink
Medicinal marijuana is a proven, legit-
imate treatment. The pills and potions
one can imbibe that are prescribed by
doctors from pharmacies are really
just chemical compounds separated
from plants and then broken down
into a more scientific design for post-
industrial mass consumption.
In many cases the laws of our society
prevent a very simple treatment in the
form of a plant that was utilized by the
founders of our nation for more than
a century until Hearst and DuPont
teamed up to make the plant illegal in
order for them to obtain a monopoly
on the sales of rope, pharmaceuti-
cals and paper, more than 50 years
ago. I invite you to google the subject
the next time you are on the Internet.
Hell, I double-dog dare you.
It is now 2010, and anyone in
need of an all-natural treat-
ment can still be denied by the
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outdated laws of our society.
The lackluster cures that ex-
ist legally are a poor replace-
ment, and are oftentimes ex-
pensive with crippling side
effects.
Keri and Brett Stack’s story about
how medical marijuana saved her life
is an example of this problem, and
why all bans and censorship of the
positive effects of medical marijuana
need to cease.
Keri was a young woman who surfed,
attended classes at Cal State Fuller-
ton and spent time with her boyfriend,
Brett Stack. Her life was rather normal
until 2003, when a series of health
problems rapidly destroyed her abil-
ity to function.
The symptoms were mild at first,
ranging from indigestion, diarrhea,
nausea, severe stomach pain and
an increasing difficulty in eating and
keeping food down. As the pain wors-
ened, insomnia resulted. Since sleep
is essential to healing the body, this
additional malady only worsened an
already serious problem.
“I had insurance through the college,
and at first it wasn’t a big deal,” says
Keri. “I would say it was about five to
six months before I felt like I had to go
to the doctor.”
When Keri finally spoke to a physi-
cian he recommended her to a gas-
trointestinal specialist. The specialist
diagnosed her with Crohn’s disease,
an autoimmune affliction of the di-
gestive system, which results in the
body mistakenly attacking itself and
can result in crippling, brutal agony
as the intestinal tract, the throat and
the stomach become damaged and
in some cases can even fester.
For nearly three years Keri and Brett
went from doctor to doctor in a futile
attempt to ease her condition. Af-
ter Keri lost her insurance because
she could no longer go to school or
work, her medical bills skyrocketed to
$2,000 a month.

The doctors Keri went to could only
inform her that the cause of Crohn’s
disease was unknown, and there
was no existing cure. The symptoms
could only be managed, usually by
modern medications and expensive,
horrific surgeries.
“I went through a loop of medications.
I was on more than a few,” says Keri.
“I was taking pills for the nausea, the
pain, but nothing worked for very
long and I had to take more and more
pills.”
Keri’s weight dropped to 80 lbs. She
would have to go to the bathroom
every fifteen minutes, and could only
sleep 2-3 hours a night. The constant
pain only worsened and she became
a complete invalid, rarely leaving her
house. Depression set in as modern
medical science was unable to help
her. She was prescribed medication
and ended up taking as many as 27
pills a day, including Vicodin, Valium,
betazine, azathioprine, Asacol and
cortisol and codeine.
“One doctor even asked, ‘Why are
you taking these pills? Oh, you must
be going to an older doctor.’” Brett
says. “Apparently, one doctor was
just prescribing older medications…
old, old remedies.”
The problem was that many of the
drugs suppress the immune system
of the body, either by design or side
effect. While this is a good way to
alleviate the effects of Crohn’s dis-
ease, choking down a horde of pills
for the rest her life wasn’t going to
cure Keri.
At one point during the interview, Keri
said that her memory was so bad
during the time that Brett had to an-
swer questions for Keri about nearly
two years of her life, especially in
regards to how every cure provided
by doctors seemed useless. “I don’t
have a lot of recollection. I was in a
lot of pain.” Keri says. “It was terrible.
She went to four different doctors,
and none of them could really help.”
Brett added.
Brett could do nothing except treat
his girlfriend and quit his own job to
become her full-time caretaker. In our
interview, Keri described her condi-
tion as being so terrible that she could
find no real comfort for her insomnia.
Any sleep she got was only after she
had passed out from pure exhaus-
tion. The couple survived mainly on
money donated to them by both of
their families. Keri’s condition wors-
ened.
As a final treatment, Keri’s doctor
suggested a surgery. Large sections
of her intestine would be cut out,
and she would be given a colostomy
bag. The operation would cost nearly
$20,000, and there was no guarantee
that it would solve her problem.
“That was the last doctor we took her
to. Basically, he wanted to make her
an invalid. He didn’t mention mari-
juana at all. It didn’t make sense. The
disease is because of the immune
system, not her intestine or colon.
How does that solve the problem?”
says Brett.
During this time, Keri’s medical bills
skyrocketed. Brett said, “My mom
paid all of Keri’s bills. She took a sec-
ond mortgage on the house. The final
total was around $140,000.”
Brett Stack had been researching
the disease for years, when he stum-
bled upon instances where sufferers
of Crohn’s disease had found their
symptoms alleviated by marijuana.
Obtaining some from a local source,
he learned how to simmer the can-
nabis in goat’s milk, since Keri was
unable to smoke the substance in her
condition.
Keri consumed a cup of the mixture,
and her pain subsided. That night,
she finally experienced a full night’s
sleep for the first time in years.
Brett visited a Dr. Sullivan at a clinic
in Lake Forest to obtain a license
for medical marijuana. When he left,
Brett took with him several pamphlets
which contained information about
the various ailments that medical
marijuana could treat. One of them
was Crohn’s disease.
Brett was shocked. For years all of
her doctors, even the specialists, had
failed to inform either of them about
the medicinal benefits of marijuana.
Dr. Sullivan later explained to Brett
that as a doctor he couldn’t advertise
about the healthy benefits of medical
marijuana…he could only treat pa-
tients who came to him.
“Cannabis doctors can’t tell you any-
thing. You have to go to them.” says
Bret. “I went to four different doctors,
and not one of them mentioned mari-
juana.” says Keri.
Keri was able to stop taking all of the aware and informed of a low-cost However, we must continue follow-
pills prescribed by her doctors, and alternative to many expensive treat- ing outdated laws until we are able to
instead drank the marijuana mixture ments doctors are still prescribing for overturn them through legislature we
on a regular basis. She gradually a variety of illnesses. can only present to our elected repre-
found her life returning to normal, and sentatives. All we can do is educate
regained her original weight. A later I can understand why modern soci- ourselves…and vote.
test showed that her body had actu- ety still follows laws developed by
ally repaired the damage it had taken falsehoods decades ago which ban a
from her disease. plant that has been used by hundreds
of cultures for centuries to deal with
Keri’s parents were somewhat reluc- health problems that still hurt people
tant to accept the treatment. Her fa- today. Growing
ther, an ex-cop, especially disagreed your own medicine
with the use of marijuana. But as the would eliminate
months passed they could not argue the middle men,
with the results. The two became the pharmaceuti-
married, and her father later apolo- cal companies,
gized to Brett for his initial reluctance which prefer to
in regards to medical marijuana. The charge you thou-
older man had to admit that his son- sands of dollars for
in-law had saved his daughter’s life. pills derived from
As her health returned, Kerri found the marijuana you
herself able to live life again. The could create your-
couple started a business, www.med- self. A profit would
icalmarijuanapatient.com, dedicated be lost.
to helping the general public become
HYDROPONICS IS NOT A DIRTY WORD
By: Michelle Huerta
Last year, Richard and Armando opened
up Ramona Hydroponics. Due to the re-
cession, this was a very risky enterprise,
but Richard and Armando persevered
and tried their hand at opening a new
business in spite of it all. It was not your
usual business, but a Hydroponics store.
Armando’s knowledge and contacts
paved the way to opening the store, and
keeping it going while Richard talked to
people, old and young, about their ven-
ture. They set out to open a successful
business, and despite some public op-
position to opening a hydroponics store
in Ramona, they seem to have won over
the town of Ramona, educating people
along the way. It’s been almost a year
and with 3 newspaper articles in 2 local
papers, they are well on their way to sur-
viving that first most difficult year in the
life of a business.
Richard’s vision was always to educate
children, and let them get their hands
dirty with the joy of planting and growing.
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He’s been an advocate for healthy eating,
nutrition, and teaching children the joys of
planting and tending a garden. He hoped
to open doors that would normally be
closed to many children – especially those
in apartments and the inner city.
Before Richard and Armando opened the
store, Richard started out in an El Cajon
city school helping them plan and plant a
thriving school garden. He got donations
from East County hydroponics stores and
nurseries to help provide plants, and the
gardens grew vegetables which the chil-
dren were able to eat. If you don’t think
getting kids to eat vegetables is one mean
feat, then you don’t know kids!
Shortly after opening their shop, one of
their customers showed so much interest
and knowledge of horticulture, Richard
and Armando let him hang out at the shop
and do odd jobs. The young local man,
William, has since proved to be an integral
part of the success of the shop. Since the
opening of their shop in Ramona, Rich-
ard and Willie went on to help a Ramona
elementary school with their neglected
garden. On Earth Day, Ramona Hydro
brought about 60 tomato, cilantro, jala-
peno, and bell pepper plants along with
2 huge trays of soil and pots. Children
(and parents) planted and left with their
own plant to care for and nurture. The
shop was honored with a PTA Service
award for their efforts, time, and dona-
tions. Richard’s new plan is to help an-
other nearby Ramona school in the com-
ing year.
And what of Ramona Hydro’s efforts with
the original El Cajon school? A friend of
Armando and Richard, and an avid grower
and worm farmer, with some of Richard’s
shared visions, has taken his place. Kurt
Castle started 4th graders with a worm
farm and composting, and has continued
Richard’s plans of supporting children’s
gardening efforts. Kurt’s plans, with the
help of Ramona Hydro are to make the
entire school into a Green School, ex-
panding the gardens school wide, and
brewing their own Worm Tea. Will hydro-
ponics continue to be a dirty word? With
education, and the efforts of people like
Armando, Richard, Willie, and Kurt, there
will be no dirt in hydroponics – oh wait!
There ISN’T!
Raw Cannabis
Medicine without the High
By: Deborah Malka MD, PhD
Cannabis in its raw state provides a “super-
green” food, high in chlorophyll, giving our
cells oxygen, antioxidants, and medicinal
cannabinoids. In addition, the vitamin/min-
eral content of the plant is most highly pre-
served in this form. It is a difficult plant to
eat raw due to the stalactites; tiny hairs on
the stem that may irritate the mouth, throat,
and stomach. The flowering tips, which are
more concentrated in the cannabinoids,
have a bitter taste and contain a sticky resin
that will stick to your mouth. One can avoid
these problems by taking only tender young
leaves, or juicing the leaves and buds.
Raw cannabis has rarely been studied as
a medicine because it has a low content of
THC – the chemical in cannabis that causes
the psychoactive effect. So, if not to “get
high,” why would anyone want to deal with
eating prickly sticky plant matter, while run-
ning the risk of ingesting mold or other con-
taminants, in order to use it raw? It turns
out that in California, due to the liberal grow-
ing allowances in some parts of the state,
enough patients have been able to experi-
ment with raw cannabis to rediscover its re-
markable medicinal properties. I met such a
patient this past year, who presented at the
International Cannabinoid Research Society
Conference. She has had multiple chronic
diseases, which were all improved to the
most remarkable extent that I have ever
seen in my career with over 10,000 medi-
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cal marijuana patients. When I asked
her to what she attributes her success,
she replied, “using raw cannabis.” She
was treated by Dr. William Courtney in
Mendocino, CA, who is at the forefront
of using raw cannabis as a medicine.
An increasing number of medical mari-
juana patients in Humboldt and Mendo-
cino are experimenting with juicing the
raw leaves.  A dispensary in Arcata has
given out juicers to patients, provided
free raw leaves, and is currently gather-
ing data on the effects.  what portion is due to the nutrition in the raw food,
Fresh green raw leaves should be used,
taken right off the plant and not dried or
heated in any way. If you dry the leaf/
bud, it’s no longer raw and its chemi-
cal composition changes. Dr. Courtney
advises the use of large shade leaves
or fan leaves picked from a plant that
is 3 months of age. The leaves should
be soaked in water for 5 minutes before
juicing. 8-10 leaves a day is one dose
for one person. You can mix it with oth-
er juices or raw honey to improve the
flavor. In a recent interview, Dr. Court-
ney comments, “Maybe nowhere else
in the country could a pot doc advise
growing 40 plants -- enough for one
juicing each day on the 45-day cycle
required of the auto-flowering strain.
Not only is it possible here, but a strik-
ing number of patients truly do not want
to get high.
It is currently thought that raw cannabis has medici-
nal properties due to the presence of cannabinoid-
acids. All natural cannabinoids, such as THC and
CBD, come from precursor carboxylic acids. This
carboxyl group is unstable; heat, light, or alkaline
pH make it evaporate as CO2, resulting in the more
well researched cannabinoids. Even just drying for
a while causes these precursors to break down.
THC-Acid is not psychoactive and accounts for al-
most all of the cannabinoid content in the raw plant.
We don’t know what component of the medicinal
properties in raw cannabis is a result of these acids,
and what component relates to the detoxification
process that accompanies the inclusion of raw juice
in one’s diet. The action of cannabinoid acids is
currently being researched.
Raw cannabis may be a good way to take your
medicine during these warm summer months. For
more ways to prepare it, see http://www.cannabis.
uk.net/raw%20cannabis/RAW%20CANNABIS.htm.
SOURCES:
Vick, Karl, Form of medical marijuana won’t get
you high, but it’s creating a buzz, Washington Post,
June 1, 2010, www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/
content/.../AR2010053103231.html.
Verhoeckx, Kitty C.M. et al., Unheated Cannabis
sativa extracts and its major compound THC-acid
have potential immuno-modulating properties not
mediated by CB1 and CB2 receptor coupled path-
ways. International Immunopharmacology, 6 (2006)
656– 665.

As Americans, we consume an esti-
mated 84 billion plastic bags of varying
shapes and sizes annually, according
to Californians Against Waste. It has
been reported by the author of www.re-
usablebags.com that an estimated 500
billion to 1 trillion plastic bags are used
worldwide each year. As medicinal
marijuana users, we are largely con-
tributing to this plastic waste problem,
one sandwich baggie at a time!
In the landfill, plastic bags that we throw
away take 500-1,000 years to decom-
pose, however that’s not the only scary
news. Once these bags do finally break
down, they are believed to become tiny
toxic particles. Since we only started
using sandwich bags in 1957 and oth-
er types of plastic bags became more
popular in the 1980s, we really have no
idea yet as to just how toxic these bags
will become. If all of those stats
didn’t turn your stomach, how
about this: the U.S. alone uses
an estimated 12 million barrels
of oil annually to make the plas-
tic bags we consume.
Are you as
Green as your
Ganja?
By: Chandra Woodhouse & Kristin Frederiksen
There are alternatives to traditional
plastics being offered, however
most scientists and researchers are
skeptical about the environmental
impact of these bags. They come
in many different names and most
seem to be getting good reviews for
durability and usefulness. We found
three types of seemingly eco-friend-
ly plastic bags including bioplastics,
biodegradable plastics, and recycled
plastics. The makers of bioplastics,
made from corn starch, claim they
take two thirds less energy to pro-
duce and produce 70% less green-
house gases. These bags can also
be composted. Biodegradable plas-
tics contain additives to help them
break down more quickly, but they
are still made of traditional plastic
materials. This type of plastic can-
not be composted as it still leaves
behind a toxic residue and it would
probably take longer to break down
than you’d like in your compost bin.
Recycled plastics are made of recy-
cled plastic material. There are no
recycled baggies on the market, but
there are things made of recycled
baggies so recycle your plastic!
The best way to be “green” is
simply to reduce and reuse. Start
reducing the number of plastic bags
you use TODAY and reuse the bags
that you can. Even better, use other
containers that can easily be reused as
an alternative to plastic bags. For medi-
cal marijuana, there are so many great
alternatives to the plastic bag, it is sur-
prising to go into a collective and come
out with a baggie, but it still happens on
occasion.
One such alternative we found recently
is the Grindtainer by Dragon Chewer.
They offer 2 different size medicine
bottles specifically for cannabis with a
grinder built into the bottle. The larger
size bottle includes a divider, providing
storage for two types of medicine in one
bottle. We like the multi-functional fea-
tures which encourage you, the patient,
to keep and reuse your medicine bottle.
You can even take the Grindtainer into
your collective and ask them to label
it and dispense your medication into
that bottle. Many people believe glass
is the best way to store your medicine
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because the material is safe for your meds and it is easy to
clean and reuse a limitless number of times. You can find
anything from large mason jars to tiny vintage pill bottles to
hold and store your medicine. 420 Science is a company
we like for its varied selection of glass jars you are sure
to want to keep and reuse. Want to reduce your carbon
footprint even further? Go to a local store and buy locally
hand-blown glass to keep your meds in. You will have a
special container that you’ll always know is yours and you
are sure to want to keep for a very long time.
directly related to plastic bags. The next time you pull out a
baggie for a small nug or to mummify your dog’s waste, think
about Lilly the Whale and all of the other sea life adversely
affected by our pollution.
For more information on the containers mentioned, visit
www.dragonchewer.com
www.420science.com.

Although there are still those few using baggies, most col-
lectives are now predominately using the pill bottle as a
way to dispense medication to their patients. There are
few we have found who offer a recycling program for these
bottles and incentives for you, the patient, to bring them
back in on your next visit. Such programs offer a weekly
drawing or free meds once the patient brings back a cer-
tain number of bottles. If your collective does not offer a
recycling program, please encourage them to do so. You
can go one step further and volunteer at your collective
once a month to clean and organize the pill bottles they
have collected. Still the best way to do your part on a daily
basis is simply to take your bottle(s) back in for a “refill” of
your favorite medicine.

Be an advocate for the earth and its inhabitants. In the

short time that plastic bags have been in use, they have
already started to cause major damage to earth and its
inhabitants. Bags are only a small part of what is being
dubbed “The Plastic Plague,” but they are causing grave
damage on a very large scale. As a coastal county, it is
even more important that San Diego be diligent with the
recycling, waste management, and use reduction of these
plastic bags. Many bags end up in the ocean and Planet
Ark reports over 100,000 marine animal deaths annually
Hemp History Week was sponsored and
organized in conjunction with The Hemp
Industries Association. This new holiday
has now become a part of national history,
to educate and encourage the citizens of
America to send their pledge to Barack
Obama and Attorney General Eric Holder
to decriminalize the growth of hemp in our
country.
ecuted with much success. The Brew House
quickly became a standing room only event.
Dion and David educated attendees on
hemp’s history in our city and pointed out the
roots it has in San Diego, traced all the way
back to Mr. Scripps. It was also brought to
our attention that many buildings in Balboa
Park were constructed with the help of hemp.

During the week of May 17-21 cities It seems as if the ban on growing hemp in
throughout the U.S. hosted events with the the United States began as a total misunder-
intent to gather the public to educate them standing due to an unfair relation to mari-
about the past, present, and future uses of juana. Although many products are sold with
hemp and the many benefits it has. hemp included, it is illegal for our farmers
to grow it here, which means that it must be
The event imported,
was held May which in
17th at the turn keeps
La Jolla Brew the cost of
House. Dion hemp prod-
Markgraaff, ucts higher
David Bron- than need
ner, Tiffany be.
Janay and
Malik Zakee Several
of Organic companies
Blood orga- that manu-
nized it. The facture and
event was ex- distribute

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products with hemp supported the event in a major
way. Several thousands of dollars worth of products
were donated from the following companies: 420
Science, Dr. Bronner’s Magic Soap, Satori Move-
ment, Forbidden Leaf, Nutiva, Dime Bags, Lazy
Dog Designs, Colorganics, Bee Line Hawaii, Ruth’s
Hemp Food, 420 Energy Drinks, Hemp Ale, and
Seedless.

This was the 1st year of Hemp History Week in San

Diego. With all the positive feedback and support we
received, it is already being planned to make this an
annual event on a much grander scale.

In honor of Hemp History Week we encourage you

to do your own personal research on ways to include
hemp into your life. You can eat it, wear it, and craft
with it. Once you know how useful it is and how
easy it is to replace other products with hemp, you
will join the peaceful pursuit to decriminalize hemp.
It’s only natural.

Visit www.TheHIA.org for their directory of compa-

nies that create products with hemp and support the
movement.

Story by Tiffany Janay

www.tiffanyjanay.com
Pictures by Keshia Clark
www.KeshiaClark.com
 Here we go again. Three strains, three days, one Chronisseur. Hopper went back to
the bong to review this month’s offerings of Mr. Nice, Mars, and Cheese OG.

Cheese OG (Good Karma Collective):

“I admit that I don’t have a vast knowledge of the cheeses, they
seem to be the latest bud trend. I am not sure if this is a UK
Cheese cross, or if it’s another Cheese crossed with the OG.
Whatever it is, it’s good. It was clearly tended to with care. Buds
are tightly grown. It smells very OG, but I don’t really get the
‘stink’ of the Cheese though. I’m digging the intense dome-run.
Hats off to the grower, this one definitely did not disappoint.”

Mars (Good Karma Collective):

“One of the planetary kush strains. It looks and
smells absolutely phenomenal. A tight bud, draped in
trichromes. It looks like this was a fun one to grow,
for sure. Very pungent OG aroma. The expansive hit
has a clean, well-flushed flavor. I give this one an A+.
I’d like some cuttings for myself! Overall, I guess you
could say the Mars is outta this world.”
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 Mr. Nice (Good Karma Collective):
“Dense bud. It shows a lot of purpling, as well as shiny, glisten-
ing trichromes when you look at it in the direct sunlight. The
aroma is sweet and hashy with a hint of floral fragrance. This
strain has been around for quite awhile, it’s always been one of
my faves. Nice heavy hit. The hashplant really comes through
in this one. Overall, I’d say it is just like the name says…nicely
done. It was grown and cured well and packs a nice, almost
instant head high that I’d be willing to bet keeps creeping.”

“I gotta tell you,” Hopper said while we were finishing up our third
session, “NUG Mag is nine for nine on the flavors that have been
submitted so far. San Diego’s medical marijuana community keeps
outdoing itself when it comes to quality indoor grown meds. These
three have set the bar pretty high, but I’m still really looking forward
to what next month has to offer.” I thought we were done, but there
was one more thing he had to add. “It’s like Jim Morrison said, he
yelled as I was walking down the stairs, “The west is the best.”

Story by Pamela Jayne

Photo by Derek Plank
Nug Shots by M.K. Jack
 Cannabis
Cooking with Kim

Written by Kim Twolan, Mother Earth Co-op ♥ Serving San Diego MMJ patients since 2005
Happy Birthday America!!

On July 4, 1776, we claimed our independence from Britain and “Democracy” was born and so
the legend goes. Every day thousands leave their homeland to come to the “land of the free
and the home of the brave,” so they can begin their American Dream. So let’s break out the
fireworks and fire up the grill and… It’s time to celebrate Independence Day with a rocking 4th of
July party and being kind to each other.

The following recipes are taken from Mother Earth Co-op’s ®

“Special Medicinal Recipes – A Medical Cannabis Cook-
book.” Kim Twolan © 2008.

Cookbook available at finer co-ops, collectives and

physician’s offices or online at www.motherearthcoop.
com/products
U.S. APPLE THUNDER TEA
(Beverages)

4 bags black or herbal tea 1/8 tsp. kief *

4 cups boiling water 1 tbsp lemon juice
2 cups apple juice 1/4 cup honey

Steep tea bags in boiling water for 5 to 10 minutes. Discard tea bags and add
remaining ingredients stir well. Chill for 30 minutes and serve. Makes 4 thera-
peutic servings.

CURRIED PANAMA RED POTATO SALAD

(Salads)

3/4 cup red lentils 1/2 cup mayonnaise

2 cups vegetable broth 1/4 cup cilantro
4 large potatoes 2 tsp. curry powder
4 medium tomatoes, diced 1/4 cup cannabutter
1/2 cup yogurt (plain) 1 scallion (thin)

Combine the lentils with 2 cups broth in a saucepan. Bring to a simmer, then
reduce the heat and simmer gently until the water is absorbed and the lentils
are done but still firm, about 25 minutes. Drain off any excess cooking liquid
and let the lentils cool to room temperature. Meanwhile, cook potatoes in their
skins, until tender but still firm and when cool enough to handle, peel and dice.
Combine the lentils and potatoes in a serving bowl and add the remaining
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ingredients. Toss gently but thoroughly and serve at once. Serves 6 to 8.
SWEET GANGA BABE LEMONADE APPLE ALEX POT PERFECT
(Beverages) (Desserts)

1 cup honey 1/8 tsp. kief * 4 apples (cored) 4 cherries

12 whole cloves 1 quart water 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup raisins
2 sticks cinnamon crushed ice 1/4 cup water 2 tbsp. cinnamon
1 1/2 cups lemon juice sliced lemons 1/3 cup cannabis (chopped) 1/4 tsp. nutmeg

Put honey, cloves and cinnamon in a saucepan and simmer together for
5 minutes. Stir in fresh lemon juice, kief, mix well and let stand for one
hour. Combine with the water in a pitcher. Stir and pour into tumblers over
crushed ice. Garnish with lemon slices. Makes about 12 curative servings.
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) degrees. Powder the cannabis in
a blender, then mix with sugar and water and stuff cores of apples
with this paste. Sprinkle apples with cinnamon, nutmeg and top
with a cherry. Bake for 25 minutes. Note: Serve warm or cold with
ice cream or whipped cream.

BBQ CHICKEN ELECTRIC SALAD
(Salads)
4 chicken breast halves 1 tsp. Greek seasoning
1/4 cup cannabutter 1 head green lettuce
3 tbsp lemon juice California fresh salsa
1/4 tsp. black pepper (ground) (2-oz.) pkg. feta cheese
6 cloves garlic (chopped) 1/4 cup hempseed
1 tsp. oregano (chopped) 1/8 cup Peppercini peppers
8oz watercress (chopped) 1/4 cup black olives (chopped)
Place chicken in greased baking dish. In medium bowl, mix together can-
nabutter, lemon juice, pepper, garlic, oregano, watercress and Greek Sea-
soning and pour over chicken. Place chicken in 350°F. (180°C) oven and
bake for about 45 to 55 minutes, uncovered, basting occasionally. Place
salad greens in large serving bowl. Top with salsa, feta cheese, hempseed,
peppers and olives. Slice chicken in thin strips and arrange on top of salad.
Makes 4 medicinal servings.
BAKED CHICKEN BLAIR BLAZE
(Poultry)
* “KIEF” is an age old way of extracting trichomes from plant mate-
rial. Kief is the product derived from the kiefing process. Kiefing
is a method in which you rub dry trim, buds and small leaves with
crystals on them over a silk screen. The THC glands will form a
powder that comes through the screen, then used in cooking or
for smoking. It is usually a pale green to light brown dependant on
the strain of the cannabis. Kief powder that is pressed together is
called hash.
Note: Kief boxes are sold at some smoke shops and are easier to
work with than the silk screens. In a kief box, the screen is above
the collection drawer allowing the THC glands to pass through the
screen, into the collection drawer. This makes it easy and com-
pact, for the average user to collect the kief and use for smoking
or cooking.
Wishing you a hempy journey to a healthier you!
Peace & Love
Kim

6 medium chicken breasts 1 cup rice (uncooked)

4 tbsp cannabutter 3 cups chicken broth
1 pkg. onion soup mix 1/4 cup cannabis (ground)
1 medium onion (chopped) 1 pkg. mushrooms (sliced)
5 cloves garlic (chopped)

Brown chicken breasts in frying pan with cannabutter, onion, garlic and
mushrooms. Line a 13x9 inch pan with foil, spray with vegetable oil. Put rice
in bottom of pan. Reserve 1 tablespoon onion soup mix, and sprinkle the
rest over rice. Place mushrooms and very finely ground cannabis over rice,
top with chicken. Sprinkle reserved onion soup mix over chicken breasts.
Add 3 cups hot broth. Cover with foil, bake at 350°F (180°C) for 45 minutes.
Remove foil and brown slightly for another 5 minutes. Serves 4 to 6 people.
Note: Serve this medicinal meal with fresh crisp veggies for a totally medi-
cated meal.

PATRIOTIC POT-LUCK BEANS

(Pork)

1 (14-oz.) can pork & beans 1/2 tsp. hickory salt

1/2 cup cannabis (finely ground) 1/2 tsp. liquid smoke
6 slices bacon 2 tbsp. BBQ sauce
1/2 cup molasses 1 fresh pineapple (cut in rings)
1 medium onion

Mix all ingredients together in a greased casserole dish, cover top with
pineapple and bacon. Bake at 350°F (180°C) degrees for about 45 to 55
minutes. Serves about six medical patients.
Note: This great comfort food is best served with garlic bread.
Grow: Treating Spider Mites
By: The Guru
Summer is approaching and so is the
epidemic of spider mites, causing prob-
lems and destroying gardens everywhere.
Anyone who has ever experienced spi-
der mites knows what I’m talking about.
Worst of all, it seems almost impossible
to get rid of them. Many people can nev-
er get free of them. While it is possible to
eliminate them completely, it takes time
and dedication, and it can be a tedious
job. Most importantly, you need the right
products.
The most common spider mites are two
spotted mites, but there are also the less
common red spider mites. Mites are not
insects, but arachnids in the same family
as spiders. They have eight legs just like
spiders. When looking thru a microscope
or loop, two black spots are visible on
their back.
Being the size of a poppy seed, they can be
hard to notice in early infestation stages.
They are sap suckers, meaning they stick
their needle like tube into the plant and
suck out the juices. Outdoors, mites have
many of their own challenges to fight off,
and don’t usually build up too bad. But
inside, it’s like Club Med for them. It’s
an environment with lots of food and no
enemies to combat. Mites are known to
lay eggs very quickly after they mature,
about 2 weeks after hatching. Females lay
thousands of eggs in their short lifetime,
and they hatch in about 3 days, so you
could easily have millions of mites in an
infested garden.
Mites prefer to reside on the undersides
of the leaves, hiding from the elements.
Noticeable signs include tiny brown spots
with circles of yellow around it. When it
gets really bad, webs can be seen with
mites, using the webs as road ways, trav-
eling from plant to plant. Webs most often
develop in the corner areas of the garden
where the air circulation is not as good.
Some plants and genetics are more sus-
ceptible to mites and diseases. If it seems
like only one or two of your plants are
heavily infested, remove only those in-
fected plants. Put them in a plastic bag so
no others get infected, and get it out of
the area.
So, what do you do to get rid of these
mites? When in vegetative stage, you
have a lot more options. You should al-
ways try to eliminate them first before
flowering your plants. Some of the prod-
ucts that are good for treating mites in-
clude Neem Oil, Pyrethrum, Azatrol or
Azamax, and one of my new personal
favorites SNS17.
Pyrethrum comes in a liquid for foliar
spraying the leaves, or as a fogger, also
known as a bug bomb. The liquids are
still available, but most of the popular
foggers sold in hydro shops have been
recently banned and are now under
commercial use only. Meaning you
need to have a commercial license to
purchase and use it. Pyrethrum was one
of the most common products to use for
spider mites, but not necessarily one of
the best, as mites are known to build up
a tolerance to Pyrethrum quite easily. But
since foliar spraying flowering plants
is never advisable, foggers were one of
the only options to fight off mites in this
stage.
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Grow
Cont...
to the plants but fatal to the mites. The natural salts from the
fatty acids derived from rosemary extracts, disrupt the mites cell
structure and the permeability of its membranes. SNS-17 also
kills the mite’s eggs by coating them with an oily shield that
disrupts the respiration to the egg, drying the egg out, therefore
no eggs hatch. This has definitely been a product with amaz-
Azamax and Azatrol are both the same product, just under dif-
ing results. IGS Hydro in Pacific Beach is the only place I have
ferent brand names. Their main active ingredient is the same,
seen this product. They also have another new product SNS-
azadirachtin, derived from the neem tree nut. The big difference
244, which is an all organic spray for powdery mildew that just
is Neem Oil is 0.09% azadirachtin, and the Azamax or Azatrol
hit the shelves. According to IGS it is gaining in popularity very
is 1.2%. Azamax can be used as a drench, which helps by acting
quickly, just like the SNS-17, with the same type of results and
systemically. This is one of the only treatments that you can use
feedback.
during the flowering stage. During vegetative stages it can be used
as both a foliar spray, and as a drench. Remember to never spray
The best treatment for spider mites, molds, and other pests or dis-
flowering plants past week 3 of flower, or once you have flower
eases is the practice of using good preventive measures. When
clusters, the moisture can cause flower rot from the inside out and
you get any new cuttings, always quarantine them in a separate
destroy harvests very quickly.
area and treat them for a few weeks until you’re sure they are
gone. Then you can introduce them into your garden and not in-
One of the newest and most effective products I have seen is SNS-
fect it. Spray your plants up to two times per week with Azamax,
17. This is an all natural and organic product made up of 100%
Pyrethrum, or SNS-17. By doing this while they’re young and
pure rosemary botanical extracts. This product is a bit different
small, you have a very good chance at controlling and eliminat-
than others, as it works by providing a barrier which is harmless
ing them.

Some people like to dip their babies into a full solution of Aza-
max, Neem Oil, Physan 20, or other similar products. When do-
ing a dip, always use less, if not half, the recommendation. And
always test a few out and see how they do. Many people try dips
and mix them too strong, and the oils clog up the stomata’s of
the leaf tissue, choking the plant and burning the leaves.

Be clean. Don’t work in the yard outside and go in your room

without changing into clean clothes. Bugs use humans and ani-
mals as natural transportation vehicles, jumping on for a ride
to wherever you go. Make sure that the room is sealed, or if in
an open loop room, everything should be sealed except for the
obvious vent holes for intake and exhaust. Even then though,
the vents or ducts should have filters over them. I use charcoal
filters for my intake and my exhaust. And always put some type
of filter or screen over the intake duct for the air cooled lights, as
pests get in and die, and the dust blocks the light when it builds
up.

Taking the proper measures to prevent spider mites and other

pests early, from the beginning of veg, thru the first 2 or 3 weeks
of flower, will ensure you a healthy, pest free harvest. But you
must be consistent and thorough with all your treatments and
keep on a tight schedule. And make sure that whereever you get
your clones, they are doing the same treatments and being just as
clean. If they’re not, you can be sure to thank them for the spider
mite infestation in your garden later on.
Home Grown Health and Fitness
By: Goldi Schiffner

With the summer days upon us and Hour Fitness employee said, “working few months will be gorgeous. It’s time
swimsuits beckoning in our closets, out is 50% mental, and 50% physical. to get active, try exercising outdoors this
it’s time to get that great beach body. When you tell your mind you are tired, summer, and choose better munchies.
Whether or not you can reach your goal your body follows. Personally, when I
before summer time ends, it is important smoke I get sidetracked into a song I’m Beach It and Burn Calories 
to start improving your overall health and listening to and run longer.”
well-being. Remember, just because The beach, with its glistening water and
you may enjoy medical marijuana, that The Internet commentary on this sub- cozy sand, is a perfect place to start your
doesn’t mean you can’t exercise and eat ject is comprised of forum posts, where fitness adventure. The best workouts
right!  friendly stoners around the globe voice are the ones where you don’t even know
their curiosities and opinions. Some your burning calories and building mus-
Do you medicate before or after claim that marijuana inhibits the effects cle. Case in point – body boarding and
your work out?  of working out, while others state its ben- surfing are great activities/workouts be-
efits or neutrality. The arguments on fo- cause with these activities you can burn
After researching proven resources and rums and blogs across the World Wide 215 calories per hour.  
documentation  relating to the theory of Web show that there’s a lot of interest on
smoking medical marijuana and work- the subject matter. Some proven facts of With surfing being a superior calorie
ing out, I had little success, so I be- reference would be nice, so I hope this burner to body boarding, it works out
gan asking around. One friend said he observation prompts a study at Yale in your core and arms as you ride the
pushes himself harder in his workouts the near future.  waves. From experience, I found La Jol-
if he smokes prior. He explained, when la Shores and Coronado to be fun places
challenged with additional sets in weight With or without the sweet green leaf, the to body board. Del Mar is the “beginners
lifting for example, he is more likely to do locals have the beautiful city of San Di- spot” for surfers, and Pacific Beach and
additional reps because he’s not focused ego at their disposal. We’re spoiled with Cardiff are perfect for the intermediate.
on the pain or stress.    70 degree weather almost year round, Advanced? Try Sunset Cliffs and Blacks
giving us the perfect fitness choice paired Beach. 
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 Quick and cool disclaimer, I was recently
corrected by a surfer who explained only
the “uncool” would call body boarding by
its more popular moniker “boogie board-
ing.” Call it what you will, but the more
aquatic locals are sure to frown on your
boogie boarding enthusiasm. Also, if you
are body boarding, he explained that it is
important you stay out of the way of surf-
ers, especially if you have the kids along.
Some beaches separate body boarders
from surfers, so pay attention to the flags
to avoid getting hurt.   locals haven’t experienced. Imagine tak-
Without surf or body board, you can al-
ways enjoy the 500 per hour calorie burn-
ing benefits of swimming in the Pacific
Ocean. Swimming is the perfect cardio
work out that helps tone and shape a
lean body.   beach, the natural reserve is home to
Swim parallel to the shore, so that you
don’t get carried away by the waves. And
come prepared with goggles and a snug-
gly fit swim suit, swim out past the break
and then choose a destination (house,
pier, or bathroom) several hundred feet
away and start your stroke!   trail. Hiking Iron Mountain is a blast and
If your sea legs need a break, try run-
ning on the beach to burn those calories
and tone your legs. Running on the sand
takes more muscle strength because
your body is maintaining the velocity to
power through the soft sand creating re-
sistance. This resistance gets your heart
rate up quicker and provides an intense
workout.
Wear your running shoes to avoid inju-
ries and tread the hard packed sand near
the shore. If a long run is above your
comfort level, start with a nice long walk
on the shores. You can also walk in the
ankle deep water, which is great resis-
tance that pushes your muscles to work
harder.
Finally, bring a football, baseball or Fris-
bee to your next beach day and get
everyone involved in burning up to 100
calories per hour. Work your shoulders,
triceps and biceps while having fun.
Remember to wear sun block. It’s no fun
being burnt and put at higher risk for skin
cancer, so start your summer with a nice
bottle of SPF 15 and lather up every time
your outdoors. Always reapply sun block
72 | NUGMAG.COM throughout your day at the beach.
Get Moving and Enjoy San Diego
County
Southern California features some of
the most appealing beach destinations,
but there’s even more to discover when
you go a few steps inland. Get moving
around San Diego and experience out-
door fitness at one of these spots:
Located between La Jolla and Del Mar,
Torrey Pines is a hidden gem that many
ing in the ocean breeze and hiking on a
wild trail at the same time? If this fits your
fancy, the Torrey Pines State Natural Re-
serve is for you and it’s the perfect way
for even the inexperienced hiker to burn
calories. Situated against Torrey Pines
rare Torrey Pine trees, eight miles of hik-
ing trails, and a lagoon that accommo-
dates migrating sea birds.
If you are up for a more advanced hike
– three miles of twists and turns – try
going inland to Poway’s Iron Mountain
you’ll be pleased when you reach the top
to enjoy an expansive view, extending to
Del Mar.
Mission Bay is filled with fun activities for
the whole family, couples or even a good
group of friends. Being one of the largest
man-made aquatic parks in the country,
you can find kayak, personal watercraft
and wakeboard rentals in the area.
Try a nice walk or jog around the bay, or
pull out those dusty rollerblades. Roller-
blading is an excellent way to burn 900
or more calories per hour while enjoying
the San Diego sun. For a memorable
summer day, set up a barbeque with
your closest friends and family, bring
healthy skewers with vegetables and
chicken along with some cold fruit. Don’t
forget to pack a football or Frisbee, and
challenge everyone to a run around the
park!
If you keep yourself moving, you’ll be
helping to keep yourself fit. Take in all the
great sites listed in this article by making
a weekend activity calendar. Hit all the
fun and fit destinations this summer and
enrich your life with more of what San
Diego has to offer.
Eat Better Munchies   are they filled with sweet goodness and
Weight control and fitness rely on a prop-
er diet. If you’re a medicinal marijuana
user you may succumb to the occasional
case of the munchies - and that’s okay.
If you are trying to slim down, the catch
is enjoying that sinful piece of cheese-
cake occasionally. Make better choices
with munchies all the time and share the
health with your friends.
There’s a simple trick to weight loss, and
it’s based on medical and mathemati-
cal facts. If you take in 200 calories less
each day by making better eating choic-
es, and burn an additional 200 calories
you’re cutting 400 calories total.
Cut 400 calories a day Monday through
Saturday and you’ve ridden yourself
of 2,400 calories. Losing one pound
equates to eliminating 3,500 calories.
You may need to step up your goals if
you have more weight to lose and would
be advised to talk to your doctor or a
weight loss professional.
If you fall off the health and wellness
wagon don’t be discouraged, instead
make a better choice with your next
meal. By sticking to a healthier regimen
you can improve your well-being, here
are some tips:
Summertime is the perfect time for
produce, especially berries.
Raspberries, strawberries
and blueberries have
been called “super
foods” because of
their great nu-
tritional con-
tent. Not
only
provide half your daily value of vitamin
C, but they also have ellagic acid, which
is an anti-carcinogen. Carcinogens are
chemicals that cause cancer. Ellagic
acid binds with carcinogens making them
inactive. Try going to a smaller market,
like Trader Joes or Whole Foods to get
these berries on sale. Make it a treat by
adding frozen or regular non-fat yogurt to
your berries.
It is easy to get enough fiber in your diet.
If you’re trying to lose weight, the truth is,
you’re going to have to get rid of it some-
how and there’s only one way for it to go
properly. A great place to jump start the
effort is by making sure you are getting
the proper amount of fiber in your diet.
The two types of fiber are soluble and
insoluble. Making up 75% of your dai-
ly  requirement, insoluble fiber passes
through our intestines largely intact and
promotes  regular  bowel movement. In-
soluble fiber also removes toxic waste
from our colon  more rapidly and pre-
vents cancer causing microbes in the in-
testines. You can find the ever important
soluble fiber in corn bread, wheat bran,
fruit and vegetable skins,  seeds and
nuts.  find a wide variety of high fiber cereals at
Soluble fiber is the other
25% of the equation, and
you need it because
it helps to regu-
late the  LDL
cholesterol, known as the “bad” cho-
lesterol. You’ll find soluble fiber in dried
peas, nuts, fruits and vegetables, barley,
flaxseed, and oat/oat bran.
It has been scientifically proven that fiber
provides many health advantages. To
start  you need 20 to 30 grams of fiber
per day. By having a high fiber diet you
can promote weight loss and a healthier
heart. Buy trail mix, fresh fruit and high
fiber cereal next time you are at the mar-
ket. Make it a habit because it’s an ef-
fortless way to maximize your fitness re-
sults - all you have to do is eat right. 
For years you’ve heard “breakfast is
the most important meal of the day,”
and it’s  actually true. To avoid gorging
throughout the day and allow yourself to
make better food choices, you have to
start your day with breakfast. Unfortu-
nately, “wake and bake” doesn’t actually
count as the breakfast of champions.
Studies have shown that those who eat a
balanced breakfast are generally more fit
and can maintain a healthier weight. The
most researched and known beneficial
breakfast choice is cereal. Cereal is an
easy way to start the day right. You can
your local grocery store. Don’t be afraid
to check out the nutritional facts on the
cereal boxes – after all, your entire day is
counting on it. I usually look for at least
20% of my daily value of
fiber per serving.
If eating breakfast
is a challenge, try
brainstorming dif-
ferent things you
may find appetiz-
ing. There
a r e

many choices so think outside the box
and prepare your next grocery list; eggs,
beans, meat, nutritional drinks, spaghetti
and pancakes.
Fit the fitness into your sched-
ule
In real life, a fun beach day and health
food kick aren’t always on the menu.
An outlook that I’ve established is to go
about living my life as a healthy individu-
al. That means, when you’re looking at
the restaurant’s menu to decide what to
order, think, “I should get a vegetable as
one of my sides,” and “do I really need
those Jalapeño poppers?” Or, order a
salad at lunch, even if your friends will
make fun of your dainty Cesar dressing.
We’re all born with one body. With every
healthy choice you make, your body will
thank you for it.
There are many other activities you can
keep in mind for a weekday or morning
calorie burn. Dedicate at least 30 min-
utes to an hour per day toward some
physical activity and you will notice a
significant change in your physique over
time.
Try making it a routine, where you take
a walk around your neighborhood or on
your lunch break at the office. Try a fit-
ness DVD that looks fun and get into the
groove for at least 30 minutes per day.
Ride your bicycle in the evenings for
some exhilarating exercise. Instead of
driving to the corner store, make it a goal
to bike or walk there occasionally.
Each and every time you get to the gro-
cery store, park far and make it a habit!
If you park farther away you are forcing
yourself to walk an extra distance, do that
all the time and it adds up. Don’t forget
about ice skating this summer, because it
burns up to at least 500 calories per hour
and makes for a heat wave getaway.
 
With these tricks, I have kept the weight
off and have a body that’s not exactly
toned, but a work in progress. I never
said I was perfect, instead I believe in
living a fit lifestyle as opposed to be-
ing stifled by difficult diet regimens and
workout routines. Life should be happy
and enriched by your personal fitness
endeavors, not limited by them.
America ranks as one of the unhealthiest
nations in the world, despite being one of
the most advanced in medicine. Many
attribute the bad health to the large fast
food companies cramming their slogans,
ease of access, and branding down our
throats for years. If you’re an anarchist,
you’ll certainly enjoy the organic and
whole food approach that douses the
corporate company wallets while mak-
ing you healthier. Review this article and
create your next grocery list and fun fit-
ness outing that takes advantage of the
vast outdoor offerings in Southern Cali-
fornia.
It can be challenging to maintain or be-
gin a healthy lifestyle, but as Benjamin
Franklin once said, “You may delay, but
time will not.”

By: Joseph Klare
Those of us who are 30 years old and older remember
the internet when it was practically empty and slow, when
you could say things like, “I just got AOL 3.0” and still be
considered cool. I used to do a “podcast” before that word
even existed and it was brain surgery trying to get the
audio online. Now, we have 4 year olds posting videos
and going “viral.”
For the many of incredible advances we have made
in media sharing, we can gladly thank YouTube.com.
YouTube went public with a beta test in May of 2005 and
is celebrating its 5th anniversary this spring. According to
rankings on Alexa.com, YouTube is the 3rd most viewed
website on the World Wide Web. Its revolutionary platform
allows anyone with an internet connection to share their
videos with the world, and even become famous – or
infamous.
When three former employees of PayPal formed the site
in early 2005, I doubt they could have imagined what it
would become. They didn’t anticipate Google’s interest
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in buying YouTube for over $1.6 billion in November 2006. And they didn’t
expect the vast array of people and groups that would flock to their video
sharing experiment – they just wanted to be able to post videos online.
Marijuana users – generally young and technology savvy –
took to YouTube early on, and built up quite a visual culture.
Thousands of videos are devoted to things like marijuana
cultivation, activism, news, video blogs, civil disobedience,
and “how to” videos.
For example, if you search “how to roll,” you’ll get about 800,000 results on
how to roll cigarettes, joints, blunts, cross joints, tulip joints, spliffs, and so
on. YouTube is one of the best things to happen to stoners since the inven-
tion of television.
But one stoner pastime has gotten some into hot water when it was posted
on YouTube. Earlier this year, a Nebraska man was arrested and charged
with misdemeanor child abuse and possession of marijuana and drug para-
phernalia. Authorities found over 90 videos of him smoking pot with his 19
and 17-year-old sons. The 19-year-old was cited for marijuana possession,
and his younger brother ended up in foster care. A search of the man’s
home turned up some 50 bongs and pipes. I imagine they wish they would
have left the camera off.
There are so many “smoking” videos on YouTube that authorities couldn’t
possibly arrest everyone. I assume the Nebraska man got on their radar by
smoking with his under age children.
A search of “smoking marijuana” has
over 45,000 results alone and most of
those smokers would never be found.
Common sense tells us to avoid things
like giving our names and location when
we record a video. Many of us like to
show off our cool bongs and pipes, but
a little discretion can go a long way –
keeping us off the cop’s minds and out
of jail.
Having said that, most stoners love
those “smoking” videos, especially the
ones with attractive girls smoking out
of…well, anything. As a webmaster I
know the amazing amount of traffic you
can get for a “hot chick smoking” video.
A search of “hot chicks smoking” will turn
up the video “hot chicks smoking pot”
that has over 27,000 views and “hot girls
smoking!” with nearly 35,000 . Think
about it – something as simple as a girl
smoking has been seen 35,000 times.
This goes for girls smoking cigarettes
too. I’m sure this has more to do with
the girls than the smoking – but for
many, a girl smoking pot has that extra
little sense of danger that draws us to
her video instead of your run-of-the-mill
hot girl discussing world events.
Then you have the YouTube channels de-
voted to marijuana. “HIGHTIMESPresents”
– the official YouTube page of High Times
Magazine – currently has over 5,400 sub-
scribers and just about every upload has
garnered more than 20,000 views. Some
of their videos have gone “viral” –
a Kid Cudi interview has been seen over
373,000 times and a 49 second preview
of “Master Growers” has gotten roughly
353,000 views.
The Technology Director at High Times
also has a channel with over 4,100
subscribers. “Craigcoffey” has videos
like “High Times How To: Roll a Joint,”
(483,000 views) and “High Times Pres-
ents: The Top Ten Strains of The Year,”
which was uploaded in October of 2008
and is approaching a whopping 1 million
views. Several more of his videos have
passed the 200,000 mark.
The “Marijuana Policy Project” channel
boasts almost 12,000 subscribers, while
some guy in his living room – known as
“MarijuanaMan” – has gotten over 6,700
subscribers. As a matter of fact, if you
search channels for the word “marijuana,”
you get 1,650 results. That’s enough weed
channels to keep you watching for months
upon months.
So why do stoners love YouTube so much?
Marijuana heightens your senses; making
use of them is more enjoyable. It’s why we
are so into music, we can feel the sounds
better. You add a visual piece to that, and
stoners are in heaven.
As I said before, stoners are generally
young, and young people are usually more
into things like the internet. Besides that,
many around my age grew up in this inter-
net age. We missed 8-track players and
the Betamax, but I think we came along at
just the right time.
Whether they use it to show off their awe-
some new bong or how far their plants
have come along or rant about the latest
injustice of the drug war, stoners are every-
where on YouTube – furthering the cause of
ending marijuana prohibition.
Every new video uploaded by an “out-of-
the-closet” pot smoker represents a little
piece of us becoming mainstream on the
Web. It’s a great place to get our point
across.
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 Monumental Weekend For the Pipe Making Community
Smoked Volume 2 Book
Released in NYC Gallery
By: Stephanie Singer
Having an art show in New York
City can legitimize anyone’s
craft, especially if you are a pipe
maker. Consistently stereotyped
as paraphernalia, the caliber
of artistic talent in this under-
ground movement is surpassing
the notion of anything besides
art. Over the course of the past
decade, this growing industry
has spread its wings across the
United States, recruiting artists
from all regions to join its army.
There is no better way to mark
the progression of any move-
ment than with documentation.
Whether it is a film, book, mag-
azine article and, these days,
a blog post, a snapshot of the
current state has the potential
to push the envelope that much
further.
This past weekend marked just
that for the pipe making com-
munity. Independent publishers
GritCityInc. hosted the launch
of their second book in the
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“Smoked” series, “Smoked Vol-
ume 2,” at Easy Street Gallery
in Brooklyn. Smoked Volume
2 is an art book featuring the
works of over 35 artists, each
with an interview and pictures
of their work. Kyp Malone of TV
on the Radio wrote the foreword
and there are also interviews
and essays with other key play-
ers in the movement.
Over 25 of the artists in the book
made the trek to the big apple.
For some, it was their first trip to
New York City. Micah Evans, an
artist in his mid-30s from Aus-
tin, Texas said, “It was my first
time to NYC and my first time to
Easy Street Gallery. I guess it
can be summed up by one fact:
zero pictures taken, but a full
sketchbook. Seeing my glass
world thrive in the heart of the
US because of the vision and
hard work of the group of amaz-
ing people at GritCityInc. and
Easy Street was truly inspiring.
It has cemented my perspec-
tive that our craft of pipe making
is a beast all its own and I am
so grateful to be a part of the
book.” Another artist, Chad G.,
from rural Illinois was shocked
at the high quality of both the
book and gallery. “For me to see
pipe art published and shown in
the environment it is supposed
to be is dream come true.”
The party began on Friday eve-
ning with a VIP party for artists
and sponsors. Bottles of do-
nated craft beer from Lagunitas,
Stoudts Brewing Company, Left
Hand and Ithaca Beer Co. were
passed around. On Saturday,
over 300 people attended the
public launch. Gallery manager
Korin Prince has been witness-
ing the momentum build in the
gallery since it’s opening in Oc-
tober 2009. “Not only are col-
lectors, fellow artists and glass
enthusiasts taking note, but the
movement continues to reach
new audiences. The growing
number of people taking inter-
est in glass pipes is evident just
in seeing the diverse turnout for
the Sv2 launch here at Easy
Street. This art truly spans both
genders, many generations and
cultures as pipes continue to
make their mark on history.”
For old heads, this past week-
end was a reunion and reminder
that what they are doing is ac-
tually making strides. For those
who are new to the scene, it
served as their initiation process
into a community of hardwork-
ing professionals who also like
to have a ton of fun. As much
competition as there is amongst
the artists, the diversity of each
piece lends itself to the level of
innovation and personal aes-
thetic. “Everyone left their egos
at the door and just came to-
gether in spirit of the glass pipe
movement.  East met west, and
new friends were made.   The
opening was a perfect balance
of business and fun, and the
only thing I am sad about is the
fact it’s now over,” adds Joshua
Opdenaker aka JOP. “But it’s all
good; I know Smoked Volume 3
is just around the corner.”
Smoked Volume 2 can be pur-
chased through GritCityInc.’s
website: http://www.gritcityinc.
com for $29.99 plus shipping.
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By Ben G. Rowin
Originally from Santa Barbara, CA, Rebelution has been showing up
everywhere I look! I just caught them performing twice in the last month,
once at the Spring Gathering in San Bernardino, and then again at the
OMBAC Coming Out Party in San Diego. Both shows were amazing!
What I find most appealing about the band is their uplifting, inspiring
music that makes the listener feel empowered!
They made me wish I would have listened to my little cousin, who
brought me a copy of their first full length album “Courage to Grow” over
a year ago. But I thought… what could this girl know about music? My
bad! Rebelution has now become not only one of my personal favorite
bands, but can also be heard coming out of the speakers in the art
department and in the front office of NUG!
Everyone on the staff has become huge fans of Rebelution and we were
stoked when their publicist reached out to us to see if we wanted to do
an interview with the band. First let’s give you, the NUG Magazine read-
ers, a little background on the band.
The band was originally formed in 2004, members Eric Rachmany (vo-
cals/guitar), Rory Carey (keyboards), Wesley Finley (drums), and Mar-
ley D. Williams (bass). The guys met while attending college. All were
living in Isla Vista, a beachside community in Santa Barbara, which has
a lot to do with their laid back, worry free sound.
“Courage to Grow” was heavily rotated on San Diego’s 91X as well as
other major stations across California. The album hit an all time high
when it was selected as iTunes Editor’s Choice for Best Reggae Album
of 2007. In addition, “Courage to Grow” has been in the top 10 iTunes
Reggae Album sales since its release two years ago. It remained in the
Billboard Top Reggae Album Chart for 36 weeks, and peaked at #4.
On August 4th 2009 their second album “Bright Side of Life” was
released and shot straight to the top of the iTunes charts, solidifying
the #1 spot on iTunes in the reggae music genre, and the #3 spot for
top albums downloaded in the U.S. in ALL genres of music. The album
also debuted at #54 on the Billboard Top 200, #7 on the Billboard Indie
Albums, and #1 on the Billboard Reggae charts. “Bright Side of Life”
joined the likes of top artists such as Modest Mouse, Colbie Caillat,
Whitney Houston, Black Eyed Peas, and Kings of Leon.
The release of “Bright Side of Life” marks the first release under
Rebelution’s newly founded record label 87 Music, in association with
Controlled Substance Sound Labs and Silverback Music, the Califor-
nia based music collective, which is also home to local artists Slightly
Stoopid and Pepper.
We wanted to give the NUG Magazine readers a chance to learn more
about Rebelution so we sent over this interview to get a deeper look into
the band….
NUG: First off, I want to thank you for taking the time out to tell us more
about the band!
REB: I’m Rory Carey and I play keyboards in Rebelution.  We started
playing music together in college in Santa Barbara, CA in 2004.  By the
summer of 2007, everyone finished school and we began touring full-
time.  We started gigging in just California and Hawaii, but now we go
all over the US and just recently completed our first European tour.  We
basically want to play everywhere in the world that we can!
NUG: Who chose the name Rebelution and how did you come up with
it?
 
REB: A couple of the guys were driving one day and the word “Rebelu-
tion” just popped out.  Everyone thought it was a catchy play on words
and it stuck.  Bob Marley referred to Reggae as “Rebel Music”, so it’s
perfect.
 
NUG: Who are some of your biggest influences?
 
REB: Bob Marley is and forever will be my biggest influence.  His dedi-
cation and work ethic is pure motivation to me.  I also love plenty of the
original Jamaican Reggae artists like Don Carlos, Michael Rose, Junior
Reid, The Gladiators, Israel Vibration, Eek-A-Mouse, Gregory Isaacs,
and Peter Tosh.  I’m also heavily influenced by the New School bands of
my time like Tribal Seeds, SOJA, and Ooklah the Moc.
 
NUG: What inspired your new album Bright Side of Life?
 
REB: BSOL came out of the need for positivity in this crazy world.  It’s
really easy to be stressed out and unhappy with our current reality.  It’s
important for every individual to recognize the great things in life and
not dwell on the bad things.  No matter how bad of a day someone has,
there will always be a better one in the future.  
 
NUG: After the huge success of Courage to Grow, did you feel any
pressure during the creation of the new album?
 
REB: We don’t really feel pressure when creating songs because we
love what we do!  When we are working on new tunes or recording in
the studio we like to have fun with it.  If we started being too serious I
think the music would suffer.
 
NUG: What are your goals for this album and beyond?
 
REB: We want as many people to hear and feel our music as possible. 
And we are just getting started. 
 
NUG: Can you tell us about your new record label 87 Music?
 
REB: We’ve released all of our albums independently, so with BSOL we
figured it was time to officially start a label.  We all lived at this house in
college where the address number was 6587, so that’s where 87 Music
comes from.  We played our very first show there, so it’s a special place
for us.  Right now it’s just Rebelution releasing under 87 Music, but in
the future people can expect some other bands on the label as well.
NUG: We heard that you grew up in San Diego. What do you think of
America’s Finest City and its music scene?

REB: I feel very lucky to be born and raised in San Diego.  The
Reggae scene is incredible and I wouldn’t be doing what I do today
if I didn’t grow up there.  I was able to see so many of the A and B
Reggae acts and that changed my life forever.  San Diego also has
the super dank nugs!
 
NUG: Where is your favorite place to perform live when you come
to San Diego?
 
REB: I love playing outdoors, so one of my favorite shows was at
the Wave House last summer.  It was a free show and only 1,000
people could come in the venue but several thousand showed up!  REB: Cannabis is a very important part of humanity.  It’s been used as
Everyone was piled on the beach right outside the venue and it was
crazy.  The cops almost didn’t let us play!
 
NUG: Are there any must visit food places that you have to hit up
when in San Diego?
 
REB: I always have to eat at Pokez Mexican Restaurant down-
town.  The best vegan Mexican food ever!
 
NUG: How was your experience at Dr. Greenthumb’s Spring Gath-
ering 2010 hosted by B-Real?
 
REB: That was a very great day for me.  I did a celebrity stoner
panel with B-Real and Tommy Chong about music and marijuana.  www.rebelutionmusic.com
I was listening and watching these guys for years and there I was
on a panel with them!  I can check that off my life to-do list!  The
awareness those guys are raising for cannabis is really important
for the whole movement.
 
NUG: How have you seen the evolution of your music in the can-
nabis community?
REB: Reggae music and cannabis go hand in hand.  You can get high
from using cannabis and you can get high from listening to Reggae.  Put
them together and you have the most powerful conscious awareness tool
there is.  Cannabis makes you think and our music is supposed to do the
same thing.  We have two pro-cannabis songs called “Green to Black” and
“So High.”  These ones are loved by the cannabis community because
they shed light on the value of this truly remarkable plant.  
 
NUG: How do you feel about cannabis? Are there any personal stories
that you can share with our readers?
 
long as mankind has existed, especially because of the medicinal quali-
ties.  No one has ever died from consuming cannabis yet people die
from “legal” substances everyday.  People in power don’t like the masses
using herb so they let things like alcohol be legal to suppress conscious
thinking.  I have used herb for 14 years and I will always support it and
talk to anyone about the benefits of this plant.  Society and the govern-
ment have done a great job keeping the real facts away from the general
public.  That’s where Rebelution steps in . . . to tell people the truth about
cannabis.
 
NUG readers can find more information about Rebolution by visiting the
following websites:
www.myspace.com/rebelution
www.facebook.com/rebelution
www.twitter.com/rebelutionmusic
 
You can now download a free iPhone app with the latest songs, photos,
and videos from Rebelution.
 
You can also download their latest song “So High (Remix)” on their site.
 BY: Eric Fowler Nug: Thanks for taking your time to talk with Nug Magazine.

Tribal Seeds is a homegrown band from San Di-
ego. Started in 2004 by brothers Steven and Tony-
Ray, with heavy influences by Bob Marley, Steele
Pulse, and Midnite, Tribal Seeds mixes a refreshing
rock vibe with reggae music.
With the release of their first 2 albums “Tribal
Seeds” and “The Harvest”, they have quickly made
an impact in the reggae music scene. Playing sell
out shows in the U.S, and sharing the stage with
legends like Damian Marley, Steven Marley, and
The Wailers, Tribal Seeds are here to stay.
Tribal: Thank you guys for having us.
Nug: How did you come up with the name Tribal Seeds?
Tribal:  We came up with it 6 years ago. Tribal, because we’ve
always liked the tribal mentality, like nothing lavish, just respect-
ing nature and living off what you have. Seed, as in we’re
the decedents of that kind of thinking, you know that kind of
mentality. We were really young at the time, so it also means
we are growing.

Band Members:
Steve - Vocals/Guitar
T-Ray - Keyboards
John - Bass
Tony - Guitar
Carlos - Drums
Joe - Percussions

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Nug: You have worked with artists like The Wailers, Damian Marley, Stephen Mar- Tribal: Yes it is. We still can’t really be-
ley, Rebelution, and many others. Who did you like working with most? lieve it ourselves. Thanks to everyone
who supports us, buying our albums on
Tribal: Rebelution is really cool. We’re about to tour with them. They’re up and iTunes and coming out to our shows.
coming and doing big things, so it’s awesome for us to be able to link up with them It’s all about people sharing the vibe.
and get exposure on the East Coast. We all share a common interest, reggae
music; it’s always fun to play with positive bands.  Nug: A lot of artists have rituals before
they perform. Do you have any?
Nug: You have released two albums and both have made it big. Your self-titled
album “Tribal Seeds” was released in 2008, and was picked “Best Of 2008 Reggae Tribal:  Not really. We drink beer and
Albums” on iTunes. “The Harvest” that was released in 2009, debuted at the num- smoke some herb to loosen up and get
ber 5 spot on Billboard’s Reggae charts. That’s a big honor! the vibe going.

Nug: You support some great programs

such as World Beat Center, Monarch
School, and Invisible Children. What do
you provide for them?

Tribal:  We do shows for them. We’re

always happy to help out and raise
money for a good cause. World Beat
Center has always been there for us.
Makeda Dread has helped us out from
day one. She is the World Beat Center.
We wouldn’t be here if she wasn’t here.
We appreciate what the World Beat
Center has done for us. It’s an honor
to just bring our music and be a part of
their events.

Nug: Are you working on a new album? 

Tribal: Yes, we’re going to come

out with something next year. So
we’re starting to work on some new
stuff. Expect some Dub Mixes soon.
Right now we’re messing around with
some ideas. Hopefully late this year,
we’ll start recording again.

Tribal Seeds is hitting the road with Rebelution for

a Summer Tour 2010 on the East Coast.
7/4 House of Blues in Atlantic City, NJ
7/13 20th Century Theatre in Cincinnati, OH
7/15 Northern Lights in Clifton Park, NY
7/16 The Stone Pony in Asbury Park, NJ
7/17 Webster Theatre in Hartford, CT
7/23 Crocodile Rock in Allentown, PA
7/28 Port City Music Hall in Portland, ME
7/31 Pearl Street in Northampton, MA

By. Ben G. Rowin
Castillo is a Rock en Espanol band
from Imperial Beach, CA. Fronted by
our own Oscar Castillo. Most of you
know Oscar as the guy who delivers
NUG Magazine every month to ALL of
the San Diego locations. Oscar has
also been delivering San Diego City-
BEAT for over 5 years. He is very well-
known in San Diego and has been in
the music scene here for years. In
fact it is a common joke that he might
be a vampire since he looks so young
but has been playing in local bands
for over 25 years! The first time I saw
Oscar perform live I was 14 years old,
so it was 20 years ago, in a local band
called “Live to Tell.”
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He also fronted “Wild Tribe”, which
played at the Whiskey a Go Go and
The Roxy, and his music was played
on early San Diego radio stations.
Oscar has been playing rock in San
Diego since the big glam, hair days,
and has a unique sound that is very
reminiscent of that time.
Never really catching the “big break”
into the mainstream music industry,
Oscar has been plugging away, just
making music and staying positive.
His new band Castillo however, is on
the verge of breaking into a market
that they have been playing for the
last 5-6 years…the Rock en Espanol
market.
Photos By. Priscilla Valdez
Playing songs in both English and
Spanish has really opened up a new
audience to the music and being in
San Diego, so close to the Mexico
border, Castillo has built an enor-
mous following, packing shows at lo-
cal venues like House of Blues, Ra-
mona Main Stage, Brick by Brick, Del
Mar Fair, and so many others. Cas-
tillo has also played one of the main
stages at the Rock and Roll Marathon
for the last 6 years and their songs
have been chosen to appear on the
New Balance Rock and Roll Mara-
thon CD.
Joining Oscar in Castillo is Jose Luis
Peraza on guitar and Jesus Arambula
on bass.
What these guys have going for them
most is their live shows! They are total
rock stars on stage, and you can tell Os-
car has been doing this for years. His
comfortability on stage shines through
in his performances. The music is rock
with a Latin flare and vibe, capturing the
essence of the mixing pot that is South-
ern California.
We at NUG recommend checking them
out next time they are playing in San Di-
ego. This is feel good music at its best! You
can stay up to date on upcoming shows on
their space at:
www.myspace.com/castillo
www.castilloband.com

Currently, the band has been invited to

play a small tour in Hawaii, their sec-
ond time out to the islands; they will be
playing the Mexican Independence Day,
Mexican Centennial celebration.
 The San Diego Undead Show!
Hailing from the Midwest, Bret was  always there.  However, it video game provides a way to connect and appeal to a broader audience
Barrett, Jason Gould, and Kelly wasn’t until recently that the tech- such as people in a younger age group, or people who would typically not
Hutchison are three full-time art- nology became available to make attend art events. 
ists who each found their home it a reality.  It became possible in
in Southern California along sepa- the sense that a small team of art- The event is a celebration of the art with a welcoming and exciting atmo-
rate paths.  Jason is a contempo- ists such as Bret and Kelly could sphere, costumes, fun, and a good time - completely unstuffy. The video
rary abstract painter.  He works take  on a project of this magnitude game also transforms the event into a timeless occasion as it can be re-
with mixed media in an improvisa- without the manpower and budget visited and enjoyed on a permanent basis as opposed to a typical exhibit
tional style that combines cultural that they would typically require. that only lasts around 30 days or so.
iconography and influences of folk More information can be found at the following websites:
art,  Americana, surfing, graffiti, Bret and Kelly had just begun
and music.  Bret employs paint production of the Zombie San Kelly Hutchison
and  motion to create both paint- Diego  Undead video game when www.darkvomit.com or www.interactiveartshow.com
ings and kinetic sculptures.  His they crossed paths with Jason.   
work ranges from precision real- Jason had just opened an art gal- Bret Barret
ist to biomorphic surrealism that lery in his art supply store.  The www.bretjbarrett.com
displays a diversity of imagery and Visual Art Supply  located in Nor-
materials.  Kelly’s magnificently bi- mal Heights is a natural space for Jason Gould
zarre paintings range from surreal art collaboration and  the idea to www.gouldpaint.com or www.visualartsupply.com
to pop art in style.  He is prolific host a gallery in this venue is bril-
at  applying his artistic creativity liant.  While San Diego has always Participating artists
include...
to other endeavors as well such maintained a handful of galleries,  
as print media, design, and anima- what could be better than a place Andrea Rushing Hot Dog Boy Paul Brogden
tion.  Although each artist’s work where artists already meet up and Alex Julian James Ivey Perry Vasquez
is  unique, they share a common congregate on a daily basis? Big Toe Jason Feather Peter Geise
interest that art can, and should, Blake Winter Jason Gould Poor Al
Bobby Lane Jennifer Storm Rick Milano
be anything but boring. The venue will provide a location Bret Barrett Richi Braendli
Jeremy Diego Jumanan
to see and enjoy the art in the tra- Brian Dombrowsky Jim Sherman Richard Wilis Jr.
What began with crude web based ditional sense, but attendees will Cale Julie B Samantha Milner
.gif animations about a decade also be able to interact with  the Chris Hartschuh Karen Mears Sean Dietrich
ago, progressed over time into pol- art in video game format at the Cindy Rodriguez Karla Magana Sergey Gornushkin
Dan Allen Kelly Orange Stacy D’Aguiar
ished 3D animations and into the event.  The game is in first-person Dark Vomit Stephanie Allison
Kim Riot
first  person shooter video game shooter format and the setting will Dasha Biggs Matt Webber Stephen Caddell
design. The intent, or idea, of cre- be frighteningly  close to the ac- David Russell Talbott Mike Biggs Tom Nordstrom
ating a higher level of interactivity tual event.  The player will fight Eric Wixon Mike Maxwell Vincent Gordon
that is possible with a video game off zombies, find hidden weapons Garrett Wear Monty Montgomery Wendy Starling
Greg Brotherton Neko
94 | NUGMAG.COM and unlock secret doors.  The Gustaf Rooth Nicholas McPherson
Sometimes we need to step out of
our comfort zones  to experience
something new, something different,
something that reawakens our enjoy-
ment and appreciation of life.  Engag-
ing art can often be this experience.
When was the last time you attended
a Live Arts event or signed up for act-
ing or dance classes? Get into it!
 
One of San Diego’s finest theatres
is in Balboa Park at the famous
outdoor Starlight Bowl. There are
many events there, everything from
MMA  events to musicals!  From
July 15th–August 1st, “The Pajama
Game” takes the stage -- a comedy
about the dangers of workplace ro-
mance; Tsk Tsk. Will you find out
what happens at the Sleep-Tite Paja-
ma Factory? It’s a great “date night”
– how can you beat live theatre un-
der the stars?
Mt Helix has yet another theatre un-
der the stars! That’s right,  a theatre
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carved into the mountain! From July
23–Aug 8 you can see “Joseph and
the Amazing Technicolor Dream-
coat,” a creative rock-operetta! You
know -- the story of Joseph and his
eleven annoying brothers! Lots of
drama – with sibling rivalry, parental
favoritism, slavery, harassment, im-
prisonment, career advancement and
forgiveness.
Melanie Dellas is producing a month-
ly performing arts night at Ocean
Beach’s Portugalia, starting in August
– the third Saturday of every month
– at 10pm. Any kind of performing
artist can participate, from dancers to
musical theatre to bands and every-
thing in between.  Professionals and
amateurs are encouraged to come
out!  Go to  perform, mingle, or just
people watch. Each performer will
get 2 drink tickets and photos! To
get involved, drop a line to mdellas@
dance-sandiego.com  and let her
know NUG Magazine sent you!
A new arts space is opening up in the
East Village called “Space for Art.” It
will have 30 work studios and 5 live/
work studios for San Diego’s artists,
designers and craftspeople. This
is great news for East Villagers AND
San Diegans. Find out more at www.
sdspace4art.org
Check out www.artsmonthsd.com
to find out why “Arts Month” in Sep-
tember may be something that we’ll
be hearing about for years to come.
There will be a true buffet of special
offers and happenings – visual and
performing arts are being celebrated
together, hooray! 
The San Diego Symphony celebrates
their  100th anniversary this year. 
The symphony has 80 members,
led by Music Director Jahja Ling and
Principal Pops Conductor Marvin
Hamlisch. They have their special
“Summer Pops Concerts” throughout
July and August. I’m looking forward
to their next editions of “Silent Film
Nights” too!  We can all do the birth-
day dance for them on Facebook. 
Show them your San Diego support
by “LIKING” them on Facebook!  
On the avant-garde side of things, Nikki Harriatos has
taken over Dr. Sketchy’s Anti-Art School. It’s where art
school meets the cabaret. Expect cocktails, music, draw-
ing, dancing, and Jug Jug. They last met at the Ruby
Room. Find out more at www.drsketchysandiego.com
More shows: The doo wop musical “Hairspray” is tak-
ing place at the Lyceum Stage in downtown San Diego
this July & August. Have you heard of it? It’s kind of
famous.

The Ion Theatre Company, in their 5th full sea-

son, will be presenting  Parasite Drag  and
Song of Extinction at the intimate BLKBOX
Theatre (6th & Penn). www.iontheatre.
com.

Lastly, don’t forget “Celebrate Dance

Festival” at Balboa Park! Over 70
dance groups will participate from
August 27–29. The festival presents
a range of dancers including world
forms, modern dance, contemporary
dance, jazz, tap, ballet, hip-hop, bu-
toh dance and much more!

If kids are in the mix, get them in-

volved in the arts via  The Acade-
my of Performing Arts, San Diego
Children’s Choir, San Diego Civic
Youth Ballet, San Diego Youth
Symphony, ACT San Diego, or San
Diego Junior Theatre.  That’s just
the tip of the iceberg of what is in
San Diego for youth. Lastly, a call
for volunteers – help get guitars into
public schools and volunteer with
the San Diego Music Foundation and
their impeding festivals in North Park,
such as the “North Park Music Thing”
in August.   Email contact@SDMusic-
Foundation.org  and tell  Kevin Hellman
that NUG Magazine sent you!

Visit www.sdartstix.com for your music-

dance-theatre  deals and discounts. Email
artstix@sdpal.com to join the Arts Tix e-club.
Arts Tix will put you on a free ticket giveaway
list – Arts Tix is often given a surplus of tickets
to “paper the house” as they say! – If you sign
up!

“Without art, the crudeness of reality would make the

world unbearable.” -George B. Shaw
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 ASTROLOGICAL PERSONALITY Of
By Zodiac Mama | June 21 – July 22 | Lucky Numbers 3, 4, 7, 9, 12, 23
The Greeks, Mayans and Romans all believed
in the Stars, Sun and Moon. Astrology has been
used over time to predict the future, understand
personality traits and when to plant herbs.
Cancerian Female
July is the perfect month to get your little femi-
nine cancer clones in their special little mound for
that end of the year harvest. Cancer seeds, just
like cancer women, are sensitive, tender and not
stingy with their yield. Under their hard shell, and
when taken care of properly with lots of atten-
tion, an occasional dinner out, or a miracle grow
kind of feeding they will flourish, giving you a full
yield of ever changing highs that you just can’t
put down. Smoke’em if you got’em, women born
under the sign of Cancer the Crab are ruled by
the moon and their moods are known to change
like the tides. Don’t play with their hearts, they
are loyal but they need constant attention and
require lots of work to keep that smile on their
face. A sativa bowl or two will lift the spirits of the
princess who likes to stay at home and just chill
under the full moon. They are most compatible
with Taurus, Leos, Virgos, Scorpios or Pisces.
Others need not apply. She’s no mans fool, she’s
a tower of strength.
Cancerian Male
Unlike the cancer woman, the man born under
the moon is not an open book. Secrecy and pri-
vacy are his ways. Planting just any old cancer
seed will require hard work and patience to know
him. It takes time to figure out if you want to
keep him around or just pluck that male out of
the garden. Cancer males are content at home,
backyard herbs are in his stars. He looks for long
term or permanent relationships. Sensitivity and
intellect make him a natural leader but beware of
him on those nights of the full moon. He will fill his
bowl to the top, medicating with a good indica.
His advice on medicine should be listened to. He
has an analytical mind. Great food, casual dress
and a clean pipe are what make the cancer male
feel at home. Being a good listener and leader
makes him sympathetic and ready to help when
someone has a problem. He will keep a friend for-
ever, but moody and unpredictable at times, you
never quite know what you’re going to get. The
moon is his ruler; the waxing and waning provide
marvelous highs or mellow lows. He needs con-
stant encouragement. He enjoys playing the role
of teacher and if the woman is wise she will let
him believe whatever he wants. With an eye for
beauty he has learned to stop and smell the buds
along the way.