TheBostonCannabis Club

Cannabis education

The plain-English cannabis library

Start-here primers — what cannabis is, how it works, your first dispensary visit.

How to Talk to a Budtender: Questions to Ask and Tips for a Better Visit

A plain-English guide to what to ask budtender: what adults 21+ should know, how to think about it, and where to go for the next level of detail.

3 min read

First Time at a Dispensary: What to Expect and How to Prepare

A plain-English guide to first time dispensary what to expect: what adults 21+ should know, how to think about it, and where to go for the next level of detail.

2 min read

Cannabis for Beginners: What to Know Before Your First Time

A plain-English guide to cannabis for beginners: what adults 21+ should know, how to think about it, and where to go for the next level of detail.

4 min read

What Is Cannabis? A Complete Beginner's Guide

A plain-English guide to what is cannabis: what adults 21+ should know, how to think about it, and where to go for the next level of detail.

5 min read

The 420 Origin Story: History, Culture, and the Modern Cannabis Holiday

A plain-English guide to what is 420 meaning: what adults 21+ should know, how to think about it, and where to go for the next level of detail.

3 min read

Responsible Cannabis Use: Tips for Staying Safe and in Control

A plain-English guide to responsible cannabis use tips: what adults 21+ should know, how to think about it, and where to go for the next level of detail.

3 min read

The History of Cannabis: From Ancient Medicine to Modern Legalization

A plain-English guide to history of cannabis: what adults 21+ should know, how to think about it, and where to go for the next level of detail.

4 min read

Cannabis Terminology 101: A Glossary of Terms Every Consumer Should Know

A plain-English guide to cannabis terminology glossary: what adults 21+ should know, how to think about it, and where to go for the next level of detail.

3 min read

This library is consumer education for adults 21+. Nothing here is medical, legal, or financial advice. Cannabis laws vary by state; always verify your state's current rules and, for health questions, consult a licensed clinician.