Fellow Michigander,

This week’s newsletter has some real range. 

First, I went deep into the boonies Up North to see how one Michigan family turned their deer camp into a dispensary. Then, I went even deeper into my own couch after eating 240 milligrams of THC for “research” purposes. I also found a cool one-hitter, a chance to smoke your way to a Detroit Lions game, and another full plate of Michigan cannabis news.

Light one up and settle in. 

I’m guessing you’ve never been to Turner, Michigan. I certainly hadn’t until last week.

But here, deep in the rural countryside outside of Standish, a Michigan family is taking their old hunting property to a much higher level with one of the most remote dispensaries in the state.

It’s called American Grown Cannabis. I scored a tour last week, and now I’m convinced that good weed can grow anywhere, even in the middle of nowhere. Plus, if this small-town shop can pull off what they’re planning for their next chapter, it might just be the future of Michigan weed. 

It’s this week’s top story.

SNITCH SWITCH: Michigan regulators reportedly want dispensaries to report customers who buy more than the legal possession limit. But here’s the kicker: Stores can still sell it to them. State regulators’ vague new memo on the issue has left retailers frustrated and confused.

BORDER BACKLASH: Voters in Menominee, as well as Niles and Lima townships, passed measures to limit the number of dispensaries in their neighborhoods following years of explosive growth—especially near state lines, where out-of-staters have fueled Michigan’s green rush.

LEGAL HAZE: Cannabis giant Curaleaf is still reportedly fighting a $32 million judgment owed to Michigan grower Hello Farms. The company’s latest move? Arguing that its own contract shouldn’t count because weed is still federally illegal. A federal judge called that “hypocrisy and illegal gamesmanship,” but the appeal is still dragging on as Curaleaf tries to dodge the bill.

DOOBDASH: M66 Cannabis Co. in Barryton announced a new delivery service, bringing weed straight to local doorsteps within 20 miles of its shop. Orders run Thursday through Saturday.

BAKED & UNBOTHERED: Muha Meds threw a flashy launch party with Cookies to debut their new “Cookie Vape” in Detroit. But the Metro Times write-up somehow skipped the elephant in the room: Muha Meds is still under fire from state regulators over a range of alleged issues.

Over the last few weeks, I’ve been on a mission to see whether all those “sativa,” “indica,” and “hybrid” labels on Michigan gummies actually mean anything, or if it’s all just the placebo effect.

And after four nights of highly scientific research using 12 nearly identical green apple-flavored gummies from four different Michigan brands, I think I’m finally ready to share my findings.

Click here to find out which gummy brands delivered and which ones missed the mark. 

Got a Michigan cannabis product worth reviewing?

Let me know and I’ll check it out.

I’ve tried dozens of one-hitters over the years. And most of them end up in the junk drawer. But the X5 from Weedgets is one of the rare few that has earned a permanent spot in my rotation.

Billed as “the original preloading one-hitter system,” this pocket-sized pipe uses a pod setup that lets you preload five tiny sessions at home and spark up clean, filtered hits wherever you go.

I can’t verify that it’s the first of its kind. But I can say it’s clever as hell. And at just about the size of a BIC lighter, the X5 fixes the stuff that makes old-school one-hitters annoying—like sticky fingers, harsh smoke, and that dugout clunk in your pocket. I’ve been using it for a couple weeks, and it’s discreet, tidy, and perfect for light smokers or anyone sneaking quick breaks. 

Full disclosure: I’m still not picking this over a hand-rolled joint, and I burn through way too much weed to make refilling the five small pods worth my time. But, much like Weedgets’ “coughless” Maze-X pipe that I reviewed in detail last month, I still appreciate the sleek design. 

Got Thanksgiving plans? How about going to see the Detroit Lions game?

From my inbox to yours:

Three dispensaries—LIV Cannabis, Xplore, and Pure Lapeer—are giving customers a shot at two tickets to see the Lions take on the Green Bay Packers on Thanksgiving Day at Ford Field.

All you’ve gotta do is spend $55 or more at any of the three shops before Nov. 23 to get entered into the drawing. One purchase equals one entry, and the prize is a front-row excuse to skip out on the family dinner drama this year and go cheer on the hometown team instead.

There’s something about a hotel that makes a quick smoke break feel extra sneaky.

I was staying at the Amway Grand in Grand Rapids over the weekend and decided to sneak off to a nearby parking garage for a discreet little session overlooking downtown. The joint of choice? A Green Apple infused pre-roll from Hy-R, powered by the flavor wizards at Goldkine.

It burned smooth and bright, a crisp mix of fruity sweetness and fuel that cut right through the chilly, Saturday afternoon air before the snow rolled in the following morning. And yeah, I know. Apparently, I have a thing for green apples and cannabis. Call it commitment to the bit.

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Stay safe out there ‘Ganders. Recreational cannabis is only for use by individuals 21 years of age or older. Keep out of reach of children. It is illegal to drive a motor vehicle under the influence of marijuana. Contact the National Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222.