Cannabis and The Great Outdoors
As the weather warms up, it’s the perfect time to enjoy the great outdoors while indulging in some cannabis. Here are some fun and relaxing ways to enjoy cannabis in nature: Firstly, why not take a hike and enjoy the scenery while consuming your favorite strain of cannabis? Some great strains to try for a hike include Blue Dream, Sour Diesel, and Green Crack. Another way to enjoy cannabis outdoors is by bringing a portable...
Top 5 Purple Weed Strains
Purple weed strains have become increasingly popular in recent years, with their unique color and potent effects making them a favorite among cannabis enthusiasts. While not all strains of cannabis have purple hues, there are several popular varieties that feature this distinctive color. Here are some of the top types of weed strains that are purple. Granddaddy Purple Granddaddy Purple, also known as GDP, is one of the most well-known...
The Pawsome Benefits of CBD
Looking for a way to improve your pet’s health and well-being? The answer might surprise you. Look no further than CBD! That’s right, CBD isn’t just for humans anymore. This natural compound derived from the hemp plant can provide a range of benefits for your pets, without any harmful side effects. Relieve anxiety: If your pet struggles with separation anxiety, loud noises, or other stressful situations, CBD can help...
Cannabis showing potential to be therapeutic for symptoms related to Autism.
A recent study evaluated the clinical outcomes of medical cannabis treatment for Austism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The study involved 188 children and young adults with autism who were treated with medical cannabis for at least six months. The study found that medical cannabis treatment was associated with significant improvements in social communication, behavioral regulation, and overall quality of life. Specifically, the study found...
New Federal bill seeks to provide Veterans access to cannabis.
The Veterans Equal Access Act Representatives Earl Blumenauer and Brian Mast introduced this bill to grant veterans access to medical marijuana through the Veterans Administration doctors’ recommendations.This development is significant because it could potentially help millions of veterans who suffer from chronic pain, PTSD, and other conditions that can be treated with medical marijuana. You can watch the announcement here:...
Check out the deepest-swimming fish ever caught on camera
An image shows snailfish swimming around a baited camera more than 27,000 feet below the surface in the Izu-Ogasawara Trench off the coast of Japan. University of Western Australia Those who’ve wondered what lurks in the dark depths of the ocean have a new answer. Scientists working off the coast of Japan say they’ve managed to capture images of the deepest-swimming fish ever caught on camera. The unknown snailfish...
Inclusion As a Leadership Skill
The brain works fast. It consciously can process about 40-50 pieces of information per second. Wow! Even more amazing, and potentially troubling, we unconsciously process 11 million bits of information in that same second. To survive this onslaught of raw data entering our own central processing unit, we create shortcuts and unconsciously exclude a lot most of it; we are better at exclusion than inclusion. While inclusion...
Pets in La Plata County
Durango is a small city surrounded by acres of farm and ranch land. There are many different opportunities for pets of all shapes and sizes in the area. In town – within city limits, dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, and even chickens can be commonly allowed and found. There are many local pet shops, veterinary clinics, local non-profits, and shelters available for resources, procedures, supplies, lost & found, and adoption. La...
April 2023 Events
April is a transition month for the weather in the Rocky Mountains, even with melting snow and warming days, the local events do not take a break! Here are some of our favorite April events in Durango, CO. Sunday, April 9th is Purgatory Ski Resort’s closing day. In celebration of another great season, the annual pond skimming contest begins at 12:30 with live music from local musicians all day. 100 contestants will strive to...
Education Resource Fair
The Durango Education Foundation (DEF) is excited to announce our first Spring Resource Fair: a one-stop-shop of summer programs and resources for students and their families. We are blessed in the Durango area to have a wealth of opportunities for our children but it’s often difficult to find all of them. Whether it’s school-level activities, after-school programs, tutoring/mentoring opportunities, physical activities,...
