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awaiian Dutch is an exclusive strain offered by Terra Canna Farms located in Damascus Oregon. When we walked into the grow room we were blown away! She is definitely a size queen. I have seen my fair share of grow rooms and I’ve never seen colas this big in my life!

The super chunky, lime-green nugs are awash in a sea of trichomes. Users will be bathed in a floral combination. You’ll feel like you’ve landed in the sweet, fragrant state of Hawaii. Followed quickly by the more pungent earthy tones of the Dutch treat crossing.

As Micah was informing us while on the tour of the up and coming Cannabis Company, “The Hawaiian Dutch, by far and away, has been our most popular strains, definitely the most potent. It consistently comes out in the 27-30 percent% range (THC).” The strain was gifted to Micah over four years ago from a buddy in Washington State. Because the buds were so unruly and all over the place structure wise he almost killed the experiment. Although after getting it tested the decision was clear to keep the strain. Thank the cannabis gods that he kept this around!! Hindsight is a superpower that all growers will develop over time. We were regaled with a story when his decision to keep or kill went the other way and an amazing strain was lost. Terra Canna Farms is very proud of the fact that all of their strains are grown without the use of pesticides. They use beneficial insects to combat any issues that commonly pop up in any grow operation from time to time with great results.

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I’m really picky about my clones.” Joel ‘The Janitor’ Johnson beams before a corner of baby plants. It’s his job to help decide which strains Kind Heart Collective keeps in stock, and he relies on a network of people he’s known since middle school to help him find the best selection for their clients.

Kind Heart Collective in North Portland is a friends-and-family kind of business, run by people who know each other, and know Portland cannabis, through years of shared experience. This trusted network not only gives Kind Heart the ability to locate and develop their chosen strains, but it also provides them with unique insights into the best growing practices for those varieties.

“We selected professional cannabis cultivators with more than 30 years of combined experience to give our medical patients the quality products they deserve,” says owner Robert Reyes. “Our growers work with elite cannabis genetic seed companies, providing our patients with premium strains of cannabis, concentrates, edibles, and clones. [Everything is] verified and genetics are documented from seed to harvest.”

An open, recently remodeled waiting room and a welcoming receptionist lead to an equally spacious sales floor attended by a group of excited and well-informed curators. The menu is displayed on five big-screen televisions, and all flower is pre-packaged, which makes it a quick and convenient Friday evening stop before checking out some of the trendy nightlife buzzing on N. Denver Avenue.

Spending most of their adult lives together, has given the folks who run Kind Heart Collective a unique perspective on the evolving cannabis market. It’s this combined history, coupled with a commitment to always learning more, that drives Robert and his team.

“With the industry maturing and with more research being done, we try and stay as up to date as possible, with new information in regard to using marijuana and the effects of consuming. So no matter what level of experience, we strive to have it available.”

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The impact a cannabis company can have when it prioritizes sustainability and community engagement inspires Batterby and her three co-founders, Lee Henderson, Cristian Koch, and Richard Vinal. “There were things we were never going to compromise on,” relates Batterby, “and we started to extend that philosophy from cultivation to how we operate as a business.”

Committed to craft cannabis, HiFi embraces the ideals of high-quality, small-batch cultivation: relying on locally sourced materials, demanding the most meticulous standards of care and fostering a deep relationship with the land. “We’re especially excited for the greenhouse buildout to be complete in the spring,” explains Vinal. “We’ve

been preparing the ground and it’ll be good timing to phase out the indoor grow.”

This transition, along with a planned solar installation, will help HiFi to achieve its goal of carbon neutrality within five years and, ultimately, to become a completely self-sufficient operation, producing their own living soil and organic compost.

HiFi is equally ambitious when it comes to labor practices and work environment. “Business is just another ecosystem,” Batterby contends. “If we’re treating our plants with the utmost care, we should do that for the people who we expect to come and help us build this company.”

Their personnel policies, which include a diversity hiring plan, employee stock options, livable wages and four weeks paid vacation, are some of the most progressive in the industry.

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EREMY PLUMB is building a glass house.

Once complete, it will shelter a sophisticated cannabis breeding program overseen by PhD scientists at the cutting edge of research on plant chemodiversity.

This innovative facility, the site of Plumb’s Newcleus Nurseries, represents perhaps the most progressive version of agriculture happening in any space and has the potential to reinvent the way we farm.

At the opposite end of the state, in Ashland, OR, Courtney Zehring advocates for small-scale cultivation and relies solely on human power through all phases of the process. An environmentalist to her core, Zehring maintains Tokie Farms as a vestige of what she calls the “slow ganja movement,” pushing back against a burgeoning wave of homogenization, expansion, and industrialization.

Carbon sequestration is the goal at sofresh farms, where Tyson Haworth practices the principles of regenerative agriculture.

This means, among other things, that sofresh doesn’t till the ground, allowing for increased water, organic matter, nutrients and more resilient soil. No-till farming enhances soil’s ability to capture carbon from the atmosphere.

Guided by an ethic of interdependence, the HiFi Farms team prioritizes relationships and connection. When Richard Vinal tends his cannabis, he considers the people whose minds and bodies will interact with the plant and the responsibility that it entails. For Lee Henderson, the major appeal of running a cannabis company is the opportunity it presents to promote progressive workplace values and drive social change.

These are just a few of the people working to sustain Oregon’s craft cannabis culture, which many believe is setting a standard of quality, cooperation, sustainability, and community engagement for the rest of the country – and the rest of the world.

It makes sense that Pacific Northwest would nurture such a culture: Oregon is the birthplace of Cascade hops and the associ-

ated craft beer movement; a hub for artists, makers, and musicians; and a mecca for artisanal consumables of all sorts – meats and cheeses, coffee and tea, even ice cream and donuts. “It’s the pioneer spirit,” laughs Henderson about the state’s engrained DIY mindset.

This pride in the small batch extends to the deeply established community of cannabis growers. Vinal explains, “There is such a relatively “old” cannabis culture here. With this culture comes not only a large diversity of strains and styles of cannabis grown, but an equal diversity in opinions and choices in ways to prepare cannabis for use.”

Diversity and experimentation are, for Plumb, two hallmarks of craft cannabis.

“Cannabis is the most phytochemically diverse plant on the planet; its chemistry is incredibly responsive to all sorts of variables.

The craft producer would take greater care with all the inputs and methodology in the production of this phytochemistry,” he contends, “experimenting with a variety of processes simultaneously.”

Vinal agrees that the craft cultivator is one who understands the unique development and individual needs of each plant. , adding, “This level of interest and attention will manifest in many ways, and overall, plants will be produced that are more developed and healthy.” Size matters too; at a certain scale such intimate and customized care becomes impossible. Zehring stresses, “Craft cannabis and maximum yield don’t go in the same box. The long-term maximum yield will be far superior, though, as far as the condition of the plants and the land.”

Sustainability is a key concern for Oregon’s craft cultivators, and they are eager to mitigate their impact on the environment.

“I’m not interested in a race to the bottom,” remarks Haworth. “We have a viable opportunity with this plant to do things a different way. We’re trying to bring the ethos of regenerative cannabis into all sections of

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the supply chain.” He hopes that ecofriendly practices like integrated pest management, rainwater harvesting , and renewable power become the industry norm.

Likewise, craft cannabis companies tend to bring a greater thoughtfulness to their business practices and workplace policies.

Stable careers, living wages, and a wide range of benefits are common. “This is a 21st-century industry, so we should have 21st-century values,” Henderson insists.

“Let’s not have to fight for paid family leave, paid family leave should be a given.”

These progressive principles also inspire a commitment to the greater community, which can be a powerful tool for changing outdated misconceptions about cannabis.

“It’s so important to keep expanding these circles,” says Henderson. “We’ve sought opportunities for community involvement, working on campaigns and initiatives, working with the state senate. That’s why I wanted to start the business: the politics, the issues – that drives me.”

Their holistic focus, balancing unmatched quality with a dedication to the earth, the people, and the community, has poised Oregon’s craft cannabis companies to lead at this unprecedented time. According to Vinal, “Oregon is in a position to define just what quality cannabis really is, from best environmental and labor practices, to the importance not just of organic cultivation but of the refinement of a well grown strain handled on a higher level.”

And the innovations championed by the craft community – in agriculture, plant science, medicine, and social and environmental justice – have the potential to transform more than the cannabis industry. In the future, the planet’s most pressing issues could be solved with strategies and approaches gleaned from the experiments of craft cannabis producers striving for perfection. “How do we influence the world?”

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t’s no secret that Oregon has produced some legendary cannabis cultivars over the years. Superlative growing conditions, an engrained spirit of experimentation, and deep devotion to the plant have coalesced an environment perfect for cultivating top-notch pot. So what are Oregon’s DOPEst strains? While it would be futile to attempt an exhaustive list, we’re kicking off the conversation with a handful of the best the Beaver State has to offer.

CINEX Though the origins of this sativa-leaning hybrid are reputed to be in Vancouver, WA, Oregonians have adopted it as our own. The daughter of cerebral Cinderella 99 and euphoric Vortex, Cinex is beloved by cultivators for its versatility and abundant harvests and by consumers for its citrusy scent and uplifting effects. It’s a mainstay in the garden at Urban Fields PDX and also a favorite of owner/grower Jen Hudyma, who extols the virtues of this variety: “Cinex provides a great balance of relaxing effects in the body while also inspiring creative energy. I often consume Cinex before hiking, or doing yoga, because I find it helps me focus and become more in tune with what my body needs during a workout.”

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SPACE CANDY Space Candy, a newer varietal bred from Space Queen and Cotton Candy Kush by Heroes of the Farm, is one of those unforgettable strains that folks instantly covet. Delicious flavors of cherry and – you guessed it – cotton candy, bestow a syrupy sweetness that is mellowed by the subtle, earthy Kush undertones. A hybrid that leans toward the sativa side, Space Candy generates a blissful and invigorating energy combined with a peaceful feeling that eliminates depression and anxiety. Some of the best Space Candy in the state is grown by High Mountain Organics.

PLATINUM HUCKLEBERRY COOKIES One of a cohort of distinctly Oregon strains bred by Professor P at Dynasty Genetics, Platinum Huckleberry Cookies quickly became a favorite of connoisseurs after its inception in 2014. This indica-dominant cross between the elite and popular Platinum GSC and Dynasty’s own Oregon Huckleberry typically produces THC-heavy buds and enormous amounts of resin. Its berry flavor really comes through, in both the aroma and the taste, and is augmented by a hint of mint. Platinum Huckleberry Cookies can be hard to track down, so keep your eyes open for a drop from Oregonized Green Farms.

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OBAMA KUSH A perfect example of the sometimes dubious information surrounding strain origins, Obama Kush has been frequently misidentified as an Afghani and OG Kush cross out of Michigan. The real story, according to local grower Tigard Farms, is that this presidential plant is the child of Mendocino Purps and Bubba Kush. This Mendocino Purple Kush genetic blend was created by ‘NSpecta of CSI Humboldt and Tigard Farms himself propagated this particular phenotype. With its lovely violet hue and grape-chocolate scent, he couldn’t help but name it Obama Kush. Of his creation he says, “To this day I still get excited when people talk about the Obama cut with so much lust and joy. It’s been ten years and I still can’t believe Obama Kush is an Oregon staple, a need, a want, a right. With her ravishing looks, loud smell, and sedative attitude, she’s here to stay.” .

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DJ SHORT BLUEBERRY When this celebrated strain came onto the scene, it forever altered the international cannabis landscape. DJ Short developed the renowned indica with genetics tracing back to 1970s landraces: a first-generation Highland Thai seed grown in the PNW, a Purple Thai and an Afghani indica that made its way to Southern Oregon. In the ‘90s DJ Short collaborated with Dutch Passion to proliferate the “blue family” throughout Europe. His Blueberry, with its characteristic fruity sweetness, has since spawned some of the most popular strains in the world, including the ubiquitous Blue Dream. It’s rare to find a true DJS Blueberry anymore, but Fractal Farms has been growing it for nearly a decade.

Owner Tim Neuwerth says, “While it isn’t our best or strongest producer, we love its terpene profile, look and smoke so much we’ve kept it in our lineup.” Even DJ Short gave their oil sample a nod of recognition.

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MT. HOOD MAGIC You can’t go wrong with parents like these. A marriage of Northern Lights #5 and Durban Poison that clearly inherited the best of both genetics, Mt. Hood Magic instantly attained all-star status among Oregon’s aficionados. Cannabis sommelier Ryan Herron, of The Loud100, describes the strain’s appeal: “Mt. Hood Magic, originating from the Five Zero Trees crew, produces a sativa-leaning Durban pheno with incredibly sweet and sticky flowers.

With a scent that evokes bubble gum, artificial berry flavors, and grape candy, it’s rarely on shelves for long.” True enough; people lie in wait for a fresh batch from Resin Ranchers to hit the stores.

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And, in California, ArcView estimates cannabis to be worth $6.5 billion by 2020. As for innovation, no other industry is as cutting edge as cannabis. Just take a look at Canopy and Eaze: two companies that are changing the game. It’s no doubt that no matter where the cannabis industry ends up over the next few years, both Eaze and Canopy are well equipped to ride the high.

CANOPY Canopy is a business accelerator, and while that isn’t necessarily innovative in and of itself, their focus is. They’re one of the first startup accelerators 100 percent focused on cannabis. Their goal is to find the most innovative, up-and-coming canna-businesses and to help them get off the ground with funding, advice, and training. “We offer a 16-week intensive mentorship-driven programs for our portfolio of companies along with seed funding and space to work for 4-5 months,” explained Jack Scatizzi the Managing Director of Canopy San Diego.

Think of their 16-week course like a mini-MBA program for cannabis entrepreneurs. They take the best and make them even better.

Cannabis startups enter the program, receive between $20,000 and $30,000 in seed money, gain office space, and receive access to dozens of industry mentors. From 208E accounting practices and state and federal taxes to cultivation and operation plans, each company leaves the program with a full understanding of the entire legal cannabis market. What truly makes Canopy standout are the companies within their cohort. Each company is developing a product that could potentially transform the cannabis industry, and they’re getting that chance at success thanks to Canopy.

A few of our favorites include:

Loose Leaf Technologies develops software specifically for the medical marijuana market that will allow patients to track their consumption and symptoms. Think Fitbit meets an electronic health record system.

Icarus RT is creating an “add-on” for solar panels that will drastically increase their efficiency.

Apothecarry Brands is designing a sleek and sexy storage solution aimed at the next generation of cannabis consumers.

For Canopy, being a canna-business accelerator at this time in the industry is like striking gold on the cusp of the gold rush. “Most accelerators fail because they can’t get good companies,” explained Jack. “It’s different for us. We’re one of only a handful of accelerators in the nation working in the cannabis industry, and there’s an endless market as the industry continues to grow.”

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Hitting up Uber to go to the dispensary? Try Eaze to bring it to you instead. Eaze is a San Francisco-based, cannabis delivery app that is all about using technology to provide on-demand consumer services. Their service guarantee is safe and effective delivery of quality cannabis products at competitive prices in around fifteen minutes.

“Cannabis is a natural fit for on-demand technology,” said Eaze founder and CEO Keith McCarty. “On-demand consumer services need to have a high frequency of use, be agile, and be naturally social in order to be successful. Cannabis fits all of that, and it has the added struggle of being fragmented, which requires a horizontal layer—such as on-demand delivery—that makes cannabis accessible and safe to all consumers.” There’s no doubt that Eaze is successful.

Since launching in 2014, the company has raised $25 million in funding—more than any other cannabis company. Plus, they’re already in 100 locations across California with the ability to easily replicate in all states medically and recreationally. “The pace at which Eaze is growing is unprecedented,” Keith said. “We’re now firing on all cylinders and hitting an inflection point in the industry that is unprecedented. We’re really excited.” But it’s not just about funding or explosive growth, Eaze works because it is data-driven technology. “Data drives us,” explained Keith. “In the cannabis industry, it’s very difficult to get consumer data unless your technology enabled. We capture data on every sort of consumer behavior in real-time. Then, we pull it all into dashboards to help dispensaries, product developers, and anyone else in the industry make the most agile and informed business decisions based on consumption behavior.” As for Eaze’s secret sauce?

It’s about putting the consumer first. “Eaze is not just an on-demand delivery technology,” Keith said. “We’re a team player that uses data to educate, simplify, and streamline the entire cannabis industry for the best possible patient experience.”

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f you’ve been to Seattle, you’ve probably seen his work—the psychedelic sea life mural at Second and Yesler; Ken Griffey Junior swinging a palm tree on the side of Neumos; a photo-realistic cat in a digital world, barreling down the road on a delivery truck. Jeff “Weirdo” Jacobson’s massive-scale, surrealist murals augment the landscape with his “Post Internet” vision of beauty, illusion and the nature of reality.

As an artist, Weirdo has achieved what most would consider the dream. Once a teenage, shoplifting tagger, he’s now a prominent force in the Seattle art scene, and travels the world, spray-painting murals for clients like Microsoft, Facebook London and Caviar Gold.

Admittedly obsessive, Weirdo relies heavily on cannabis to temper his hyperactive mind, and to tap into deeper levels of creativity and understanding.

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WEIRDO: My fine art is definitely inspired by the idea that reality is an illusion, and that we’re not alone.

It’s about inter-dimensional beings that influence us and everything we do. It’s like my religion, in a way, and whenever I get a chance to interject this stuff into my commercial realm, I do. The Medicine Man [mural] at Caviar Gold is a great example of that.

DM: You definitely have a unique aesthetic. Can you talk about where that comes from?

W: Lately—like with this delivery truck—I’ve been leaning toward the idea of ‘Post-Internet.’ That is, art that’s influenced by the internet, but not made digitally or put online. So, I’m creating things that look digital. They combine hyper-realism with graphic elements, and talk about how the internet is part of everyday life and influences everything.

DM: How about your name—why do you go by Weirdo?

W: People called me weirdo a lot as a kid. I drew pictures all the time and stayed to myself. I’m anti-social by nature. When I started scribbling on things [tagging] toward the end of high school, I chose Weirdo as a name. I could redefine it that way, and show people that being different is actually better.

For every kid that feels weird, be weird. The world needs more ‘different,’ now more than ever.

DM: And how does cannabis relate to your work?

W: For me, It’s certainly medicine. I’m extremely obsessive and tenacious—and hard to get along with.

A lot of people don’t like working with me, because if it’s not perfect, it’s not going up. I’m tough that way, and the weed chills me out. But it still allows me to maintain my creative edge. There’s this expanding that happens. If I’m in an argument with someone, then smoke a bowl, my brain goes ‘doo-oop.’ and I say ‘Dude, I’m sorry.’ I’m seeing things from a different perspective—and yes, I’m high, but I’m understanding. My brain is expanding and I’m learning.

DM: What’s your favorite way to use cannabis?

W: I don’t do the pens. I don’t dab. If my dealer offers me [a dab] before I leave his house, maybe. But I always go back to my grade-A pipe and some good weed. I puff down all day when I’m working on murals.

DM: Do you have a favorite strain?

W: Green Crack, that’s my favorite. It’s the ultimate hundred-mile-an-hour sativa. I try to split it up—sativas all day, and then indica at night when I’m getting ready for bed. I keep it pretty cliché.

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W: It helps people. What gets me the most are kids who suffer from seizures. It’s so rough on their bodies to have to go through that—and it’s amazing how instantly the effects [of CBD] kick in. How can you not love a substance that does that?

And then there’s what it can do for cancer patients. I’ve watched Rick Simpson Oil keep my girlfriend’s dad alive. He has liver cancer. The doctors said he’d be dead by now, but he’s doing all right, and he’s well enough to grow his own plants in the back yard where they live.

I want to be part of this movement.

Big medicine thinks we’re so disconnected from nature that radiation and pharmaceuticals are better for us than something that comes from the earth. But nature always answers its own questions—like insects that adapt to fit a specific plant, and plants that adapt to those insects.

Cannabis is the most amazing, beautiful plant. It cures the ailment. Lifts the brain. It’s like a hug—it says ‘What’s up, buddy?

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125 pages dedicated to influential women who have played historical and present-day roles in the cannabis space. Tokin’ Women highlights over 50 women, including the well-known influencers Josephine Baker, Billie Holiday and Whoopi Goldberg. This book highlights each woman’s lifetime accomplishments in the cannabis space accompanied by a photo. Every woman’s section stands alone so you can read about whomever you want, in no particular order. I learned so much so fast!

The effects of marijuana were spoken of lovingly by many of the women in this book, and

I feel a kinship with this love. These incredible women and I have shared the same experience, the same infatuation with cannabis. Maya Angelou describes how marijuana made her job as a waitress bearable, and how her outlook on life changed drastically when she began to smoke pot. “For the first time, life amused me…” she said, and I know exactly what she meant.

Smoking marijuana helped me through the worst jobs, the longest days and the dullest moments. To know some of the women I truly admire have used cannabis to elevate themselves creatively and spiritually is inspiring.

Not only does Tokin’ Women give exposure to women who have been in support of cannabis, it also broadened my own idea of how women of certain time periods used the plant.

Throughout the decades, women have used cannabis to heal, to laugh and to live. This book opened my eyes to its presence throughout history. Being exposed to the history that is so often glossed over in our culture led me to pursue a deeper understanding of women and cannabis on my own. I would recommend Tokin’ Women to anyone looking for a cannabis herstory to add to their bookcase or keep on their coffee table next to the dab rig.

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David is thought by many to be one of the most prolific designers in the history of glass smoking accessories. From his humble beginning in 1976 developing what he says was the first ash catcher, Goldstein went on to fabricate a percolator in ‘79 as well. More recently, in 2010, Goldstein began noticing a lot of bongs incorporating high-end glass seals and thought, “why try and make a bong look like it belongs in a laboratory? Why not take a laboratory apparatus and turn it into a bong?” This realization led him to introduce the use of a fritted disk, previously used to wash gases with a liquid in a laboratory setting. After he assembled his first fritted disk bong in April of 2011, he knew he was on to something.

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Storms come and go throughout the cold, blistery months of fall and winter in the central Cascades. One publicly accessible area, just outside of Yakima, Washington, experiences the harsher side of winter and turns into a winter playground for all ages and abilities.

This place I speak of my friends is White Pass Ski Resort. Each and every winter the Pigtail Peak and Hogsback ridge get summited by thousands of snow sport enthusiasts. Once a training ground for ski legends Phil and Steve Mahre, this family oriented resort brings back locals year after year with its good vibes and good shred tribes. The roads leading to White Pass Ski Resport are kept to the highest grooming standard, even during those gnarly northwest storms.

Upon arrival I recommend you charge up Poma Bowl on the detachable quad chair—the high-speed chair makes the 1500-foot rise scream by. Once you pass the Poma Bowl, you ascend immediately over a local cliff band

dubbed “911” and its sister to your right goes by the name of Blackout. You will feel the climb mellow out and as you look forward to the southeast you stare out at the locals’ location called “the steeps” which house “Mach, JC, Tower Run, Mach Rocks, Colorado and Max Rock.” After unloading the Great White Quad, you have the decision to head down towards multiple options of runs that will bring you back to the main base area, or head straight towards the expansion to Hogsback, where The Basin Quad, the Couloir Express and High Camp Lodge await you.

The expansion area has some of the best tree riding in the northwest, but it doesn’t beat the area known by locals as “Star Wars” on the frontside of the mountain, which is a personal favorite of mine. The frontside tree riding on a pow day is where legends are born. With tight lines and good stash pockets, Mach 5 Cornice (known to the locals as Mach) to X aka Execution is one to hit hard on pow day laps.

Be on the lookout for the coveted huts in the woods for a good ol’ safety meeting. These are built in different spots each year typically and are hard to locate.

Once the munchies hit, hit the lodge, grab a bread bowl filled with house made chili, a hot sandwich and a frosty beverage to quench your thirst. The Rice Krispies Treats fit well in pockets and are handmade inside the day lodge.

If you’re not out chasing pow and wanna get a bit of flow and fun, head over the to the Rib Eye Park, off The Basin Quad, which starts out with a few small jumps with 10’-20’ gaps to get your jumping feet back. Then an assortment of rails and jib features staggered and stacked on large podiums keep you from having to hit the same line twice.

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Once The Expansion is used up and the goods have been obtained, there’s always some time for hot laps down Tucker, What? and Cascade for a leg burnin’, big ollie poppin’ good time on the frontside of the mountain. Chair 4, which is part of the frontside area and houses some of the most unique cruiser runs for carving. If you see some guys and gals come out of the woods at the bottom of the chair, you can almost guarantee they just got through the rally trail that goes by Disneyland. A roller coaster of shred, once you get locked into the track, you will have day dreams about the next time you get to return. Pay close attention on your laps for people hanging out having a few with friends at “The Beach” or in a hut in the woods getting smokey somewhere. White Pass locals are a friendly bunch that’ll show you some of the stashes, but they will keep some for themselves on low tide days.

This off-the-beaten-path ski area is by far one hidden stash you shouldn’t miss. Remember, you can always retake a class, work an extra day or a double, but you can never relive a pow day.

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