For Over Three Years We’ve Served The Community With CompassionW E A R E H E R E T O S TAY !

Wa s h i n g to n , D C —The U.S. Supreme Court refused to review a landmark decision today in which California state courts found that its

medical marijuana law was not preempted by federal law. The state appellate court decision from November 28,2007,ruled that “it is not the job of the local police to enforce the federal drug laws.”The case , involving Fel ix Kha,a medical marijuana patient from Garden Grove,was the result of a wrongful seizure of medical marijuana by local police in June 2005. Medical marijuana advocates hailed today’s decision as a huge victory in clarifying law enforcement’s obligation to uphold state law. Advocates assert that better adherence to state medical marijuana laws by local police will result in fewer needless arrests and seizures. In turn,this will allow for better implementat ion of medica l marijuana laws not only in California,but in all states that have adopted such laws.

“It ’s now set t l ed that s ta te l aw enforcement officers cannot arrest medical marijuana patients or seize their medicine simply because they prefer the contrary federal law,”said Joe Elford,Chief Counsel with Americans for Safe Access (ASA),the medical m a r i j u a n a a d v o c a c y organization t h a t represented the defendant Felix Kha in a case that the City of Garden Grove appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court. “Perhaps,in the future local government will think twice about expending significant time and resources to defy a law that is

overwhelmingly supported by the people of our state.”

California medical marijuana patient Felix Kha was pulled over by the Garden Grove Police Department and cited for possession of marijuana,despite Kha showing the officers proper documentation. The charge against Kha was subsequently dismissed,with the Superior Court of Orange County issuing an order to return Kha’s wrongfully seized 8 g rams o f medica l mar i juana . The pol ice,backed by the City of Garden Grove,refused to return Kha’s medicine and the city appealed. Before the 41-page decision was issued a year ago by California’s Fourth District Court of Appeal,the California Attorney General filed a “friend of the court”brief on behalf of Kha’s right to possess his medicine. The California Supreme Court then denied review in March.

“The source of local law enforcement’s resistance to upholding state law is an outdated,harmful federal policy with regard to medical marijuana,”said ASA spokesperson Kris Hermes. “This should send a message to the federal government that it’s time to establish a compassionate policy more consistent with the 13 states that have adopted medical marijuana laws.”

Further information:

Today’s U.S. Supreme Court Order deny ing re v ie w:ht tp : / /

AmericansForSafeAccess.org/downloads/Kha_USSC.pdf

Decision by the California Four th Appe l l a te Dis t r ic t C o u r t : h t t p : / /

AmericansForSafeAccess.org/d o w n l o a d s /

GardenGroveDecision.pdf

Felix Kha’s return of property case:http://AmericansForSafeAccess.org/article.php?id=4412

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Bi-coastal, Bipartisan Governors Petition to Reclassify Cannabis for Medical Use

The governors of two medical cannabis states have jointly asked the federal government to reclassify cannab i s so i t may be l ega l l y distributed like other medicines.

Governors Christine Gregoire (D) of Washington and Lincoln Chafee (I) of Rhode Island he ld a pres s c o n f e r e n c e November 30 to publicize their b i p a r t i s a n petition to the D r u g E n f o r c e m e n t Administration, which they decided to send after each received threatening letters from federal prosecutors. Govs. Gregoire and Chafee were warned that their states' employees would be at risk for criminal prosecution if they were in any way involved with l i cens ing or regu la t ing the distribution of medical cannabis to qualified patients.

As a result, in April, Gov. Gregoire vetoed sections of a bill that would have permitted dispensaries in Washington because of federal threats, and in September, Gov. Chafee suspended implementation of Rhode Island's dispensary licensing law.

"It is time to show compassion and common sense," said Gov. Gregoire. "The people getting hurt in all of this are patients."

Gov. Chafee called today's filing a "bi-coastal, bipartisan effort." The two say they have briefed other governors on their strategy and urged them to join the petit ion. Connecticut Governor Dan Molloy has indicated

he will add his name, and they seem confident more will come on board. Sixteen states and the District of Columbia currently have medical cannabis laws.

"Many medical marijuana patients are too sick to grow their own," noted Gov. Gregoire. "There is still not clear and safe access."

In the rescheduling petition, the governors cite nearly 700 peer-reviewed research studies and reports on medical cannabis, and ask for pub l i c hear ings " so that the government can hear from doctors and scientists."

“We're relieved to see these two governors standing up for the doctors and patients in their states,” said ASA Executive Director Steph Sherer. "State laws and medical science deserve more respect than they a re get t ing f rom th i s Administration.”

Federa l p rosectors ha ve sent threatening letters to state and local officials throughout the nation. Many officials, such as those in Maine and many cities in California, have forged ahead despite the intimidation tactics.

“Elected officials everywhere have a duty to uphold their laws on medical cannab i s , " s a id Sherer. “And compassion demands that we protect the most seriously ill and injured among us.”

Thi s l a tes t p e t i t i o n fo l lows the DEA’s denial o f another pet i t ion in Ju l y a f te r a delay of nearly a decade , which ended on l y when ASA sued the government for unreasonable delay. Americans for Safe Access, in collaboration with the

Coalition for Rescheduling Cannabis (CRC), has appealed the federal government's denial; the case is pending in the D.C. Circuit.

Further information:

Gregoire/Chafee press release

Grego i re /Chafee re schedu l ing petition

DOJ letter to Governor Gregoire

DOJ letter to Governor Chafee

CRC rescheduling petition

DJ Short’s prevalence in the cannabis industry has been felt since 1978 with

new spectacular varieties different than anything previously known.   This highly regarded breeder has raised his landrace P1’s ever since that time and has used them in different crosses to create and stabilize almost all of his signature strains.  The landrace strains in his co l l ec t ion a re known to be Highland Thai, lowland Purple Thai, and an Afghani Indica.  DJ Short says that it is in the F1 and F2 crosses that you will see the most variety between the plants.  While most of his seeds offered are guaranteed F4’s or F5’s, it is in these earlier crosses in which he found the different males and females to create each of his indiv idual specialties.  One of his particularly famous signature strains known from the past, and created from two different varieties in the Blueberry line, is the incredible Grape Krush.

      Grape Kr ush i s an amazingly potent and tasty bud with a zesty grape flavor and a tremendously heavy Indica high that leaves your entire body fully stoned. This is a super dense bud, and quite an expansive smoke.  It doesn’t take much of this delicious medicine to fully feel the effects.  Grape Krush is best used for pain relief and sleep aid, and is also a great appetite stimulant.  Set some time aside before and after dinner for a little bit of medicating.  This will improve the taste of your meal whi l e he lp ing g reat l y w i th

digestion.  Plus, the appropriate timing should help curb inclinations to feast on unnecessary munchies.  Well, maybe a little extra dessert… why not?

      Unfortunately, Grape Kr ush ha s ext remel y l imi ted availability because the seeds ha ve been discontinued.  Due to indelicate circumstances, the male that had created the awesomeness o f Grape Krush was lost forever.  It wasn’t DJ Short’s fault though; let’s not ho ld h im accountable.  Instead, let us relish in the availability of this clone only strain through the amazing system of the medical cannabis industry.  Thanks to our dedicated patients here at ECWC, we have been able to offer Grape Krush in our top-quality Private Reserve cannabis flowers as well as having a consistent supply of healthy Grape Krush clones for our patients to grow for themselves.  If you see some plants with crinkled leaves, that’s just a sign that it is going to be a potent one.  This is an incredible strain to keep alive for the medical cannabis community.

      So when you see Grape Krush on the menu, don’t hesitate!  Pick up an eighth, or an ounce, or a couple plants.  Grape Krush clones huh?  Perfect time to take a grow c la ss !  This incredib le cannabis is one that has people

drooling all over the globe, has

achieved legendary status, and is available right here in the heart of Cal i fornia , where h igh -grade medical cannabis like Grape Krush will thrive for generations to come.

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A different way to medicate: Magic Flight Launch Box

In our modern age few items we use in our daily lives reflect true creative expressions of their creators as they are made by crude robotic machines. As medical cannabis users we are fortunate to have most of our daily use items handmade and crafted with a watchful eye and the skilled unique touch of a human being. One item that truly portrays a hand crafted device is the Magic Flight Launch Box. The Launch box is a flowers only portable vaporizer that uses a rechargeable AA NiMH battery as its power source.  

The Launch B o x undergoes a 70 s tep handcrafted process that gives fruition to a product that is both aesthetically a n d mechanically efficient. The vaporizer its se l f i s ve r y s imple the body is made f rom wood and the h e a t i n g element is a metal mesh trough that sits in side the body

covered by an acrylic lid (the element sits far below the lid). A hole the diameter of a rechargeable battery serves as an entry point for the power source, once the placed in the vaporizer you would only need to push the battery down in the vape and the charge will begin. Then begin to draw from the provided glass mouth piece (you can choose to not use the glass tube and just draw straight from the wooden body this is called native mode careful though might get hot). Be sure to take slow drags as you will get better vaporization which will produce a more satisfying effect.

Not only is this product well made but is also come with a lifetime warranty! Prices range so look around before you by one, it should come with the vape, batteries, charger, and case for around $100. Not to bad for a product that has a lifetime warranty. Happy vaping!

limate Control

Good day to you all.  I hope you had a great outdoor grow season.  Blessed be the Sun!  Few people really know the efforts and dedication many growers have shown despite adversity.  This is the time to improve or start an indoor grow.  Why wait until spring?

Whatever size space you plan to grow in, your main consideration should be climate control.  Many other things are important such as lighting, genetics, e tc . , but c l imate contro l i s the environment you provide.  Factors to consider are temperature, humidity, ventilation and CO2 enrichment (opt.)

Climate Control Device

A simple controller can be purchased that will regulate a propane heater (CO2 burner) in conjunction with a room exhaust fan.  This controller can also power a “night device” like a heater.  The regulator sees when the lights are on or off so this controller is vital in your room to control the climate.

CO2 Burner

The use of a CO2 burner in conjunction with an exhaust fan creates a breathing environment in which plants thrive.  Some of the biggest problems indoors are due to poor climate control.  A dehumidifier like this is essential as humidity should be no higher than 50%.

Dehumidifier

This prevents mold as does enough ventilating fans.  Standup fans or wall fans are fine and they should be run 24 hours per day.

Remember that temperatures should not be allowed to drop by more than 10 degrees F at night.  For instance if

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your running 80 degrees F during the day you can on l y go down in temperature by 10 or 70 degrees F at n ight .  Elect r i c heat and dehumidification are expensive so propane burners make great sense.  Some controllers allow them to work day or night and that’s a good feature.  

If you are using air-cooled lights this air can be re-circulated to hold heat in or exhaust it outside depending on temperatures.  This saves energy from being wasted.

I wish I could tell you about new more efficient lighting, but it is not reality yet.  For now compact floro’s and HID lights are best.  Replace all bulbs yearly but HPS bulbs running 12 hours per day can last 18 months.  They drop to about 90% output, which is a 10% efficiency loss.

Be a responsible grower by trying your best to properly recycle bulbs and ballasts.  Take care with dangerous chemicals if you have any and be efficient and organic.  Be proud to say that you are a “Green Grower ” .       BOG

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Information from Pure Analytics Lab

FAQ- THC/CBD/CBN Winter 2011 www.pureanalytics.net

Pure Analytics™ Cannabis Potency and Safety Screening Medicinal Cannabinoid FAQ: What are THC, CBD, CBN, CBC and …? THC, CBD, CBN, CBC, CBG and about 80 other chemicals are all in a class of compounds known as cannabinoids, found in abundance in the cannabis plant. Cannabinoids are responsible for many of the effects of cannabis consumption and have important therapeutic benefits.

x Delta-9-Tetrahydrocannabinol or (THC) is a psychoactive cannabinoid responsible for many of the effects experienced by the cannabis user.

� Mild to moderate pain relief, relaxation, insomnia and appetite stimulation.

� THC has been demonstrated to have anti-depressant effects.

� The majority of strains range from 12-21% THC with very potent and carefully prepared strains reaching even higher. Average THC potency is about 16-17% in Northern CA.

� Recent research that suggests patients with a pre-disposition to schizophrenia and anxiety disorders should avoid high-THC cannabis.

x Cannabidiol or (CBD) occurs in many strains, at low levels, <1%. In rare cases, CBD can be the dominant cannabinoid, as high as 15% by weight. Popular CBD-rich strains (>4% CBD) include Sour Tsunami, Harlequin and Cannatonic.

� It can provide relief for chronic pain due to muscle spasticity, convulsions and inflammation. Offering relief for patients with MS, Fibromyalgia and Epilepsy.

� Some researchers feel it provides effective relief from anxiety-related disorders.

� CBD has also been shown to inhibit cancer cell growth when injected into breast and brain tumors in combination with THC.

x Cannabinol or (CBN) is an oxidative degradation product of THC. It may result from improper storage or curing and extensive processing, such as when making concentrates. It is usually formed when THC is exposed to UV light and oxygen over time.

� CBN has some psychoactive properties, about 10% of the strength of THC.

� CBN is thought by researchers to enhance the dizziness and disorientation users of cannabis may experience.

� It may cause feelings of grogginess and has been shown to reduce heart rate.

x Cannabichromene or (CBC) is a rare, non-psychoactive cannabinoid, usually found at low levels (<1%) when present.

� Research conducted has shown CBC has anti-depressant effects, 10x those of CBD.

� CBC has also been shown to improve the pain-relieving effects of THC.

� Studies have demonstrated that CBC has sedative effects, promoting relaxation.

x Cannabigerol or (CBG) is a non-psychoactive cannabinoid. It is commonly found in cannabis. CBG-acid is the precursor to both THC-acid and CBD-acid in the plant usually found at low levels (<1%) when present.

� Researchers have demonstrated both pain relieving and inflammation reducing effects.

� CBG reduces intraocular pressure, associated with glaucoma.

� CBG has been shown to have antibiotic properties and to inhibit platelet aggregation, which slows the rate of blood clotting.

Ganja Goodies Blackout Cake. 8 Grams/16 doses

This de lectab le double chocolate cake features a fluffy base with abutter cream frosting. Both the ckae and the frosting are medicatedand packed with a total of 8 grams medical cannabis equating to about

16 doses. Great for those with really high tolerance or if you justlike to eat minimal amounts and s t i l l ge t a s t r ong medicating effect.If you enjoy the Ganja Goodies edible line you are sure to love thistasty treat.

Ingredients2/3 cup marijuana butter (softned) 1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar1tablespoon water1 tablespoon vanilla extract2 eggs1 1/2 cupsall-purpose flour or cannaflour 1/3 cup baking cocoa1/2 teaspoonsalt1/4 teaspoon baking soda2 cups semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cupchopped walnuts DirectionsIn a large mixing bowl, cream marijuana butter, sugar, water andvanilla. Beat in eggs.Combine in another bowl flour, cocoa, salt and

bak ing soda ; gradually add to creamed mixture and beat just until b lended .St i r in chocolate chips and nuts i f desired.Drop by roundedteaspoonfuls 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets.Bake at 375degrees F for 7 -9 minutes ; do not overbake.Cool 2 minutes beforeremoving to wire racks.

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EDIBLE OF THE MONTHBlaackout Cake

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Grindhouse Seed Co. is a newly emerging presence of strains from highly esteemed breeders established by the

previous underground of advanced cannabis cultivation.  Before the huge explosion of the Medical Marijuana scene, top genetics were created and preserved through the use of online cannabis forums.  One such for um for Inter nat iona l Cannagraphic Magazine is known to the underground world of ganja as icmag.com.

* Grindhouse Seed Co. i s based on manipulating rare strains to produce new and incredible genetics.  It is their mission statement to provide these top quality strains for the needs of patients at reasonable prices.

* Some of the strains offered by Grindhouse are Blockhead IBL, Blue Sonja, Ultra Sonja, Mob Boss, The Prophet , and many more .  These strains are derived from seeds known as Blockhead from ‘Breeder Steve’ with mysterious genetics

having a mother of unknown origin crossed to the same male that created Sweet Tooth.  Out of four seeds given to ‘Steele Savage’, one of them

became known as Blue Sonja.  Upon the creation of an F2 of this line, through the search for a Blue Son ja ma le , another male was d i s c o v e r e d known as Tang Tang.  It is this Tang Tang male that is bred to many ra re , potent , and c l o n e - o n l y strains, such as Pre -98 Bubba Kush and UK Cheese .  One known Tang Tang female shows extremely long and wispy buds, showing what traits will be added to the rare females.  The results appear to be amazing looking colas stretching very tall and immense while retaining a nice density and spectacular trichome coverage.

* The Tang Tang ma le crossed to Pre-98 Bubba Kush creates The Prophet.  Tang Tang crossed to UK Cheese is what makes Ultra Sonja.  And crossing Tang Tang to Chem D makes Mob Boss.  Each of these plants has their own unique and incredible traits different from each other and different from their respective mothers.  With these seeds and others Grindhouse Seed Co. is sure to be a positive influence to the medical cannabis community.  

* You can fi nd information on each specific

Grindhouse strain on www.icmag.com along with pictures of heritage as well as tested seeds.  The exact web

address is a bit obscure so the best way to find them i s by us ing your f a v o r i t e search engine and i t w i l l likely be one of the f irst c h o i c e s .  Some of the reading may be hard to get through, a s there may be a lot of words like ‘tha’ and ‘fer’ to have to read

through, but as Grindhouse is the self

p roc la imed Rude Boys o f the cannabis industry, just put a mild Jamaican accent in your mind and the read ing becomes much ea s ie r.  Check them out online and pick up these incredible genetics right here at El Camino Wellness Center.

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