Cannibis Dispensary In Colorado?
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jergus
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A word on colorado springs caregiver "Cannabis Therapeutics" - CT - cannabistherapeutics.net. If you have no other alternatives check it out, otherwise, avoid it like the plague. I'm a medical marijuana patient with no hidden agendas....just relaying my experiences with CT.
You can get meds there equivalent to street prices and street quality (inconsistent). Decent meds there run $60 to $70 an eighth.....for stuff like white widow, train wreck, recon, etc. They do sell stuff cheaper but it is crap and not worth considering. Do not let them sell you anything that has been pre-bagged.....this is colorado and it dries out fast. Most of the pre-bagged meds are dry and don't smoke well .... plus the buds are brittle and that is BAD. Buy the stuff that's stored in jars!
In order to get any meds or services there is a $20 or $25 membership fee and you have to sign them over as caregivers. As caregivers they will use you to grow plants and the only thing you get out of it is the privilege of paying them the previously mentioned $60-$70 an eighth.
I believe I read from herbie that only 50% of their clients or so keep CT as caregivers after the first year. Herbie likes to think it's because all those folks are growing their own and moving on. This may be true but I think many independent growers would still like a backup option but I wouldn't retain them even for that purpose. In my opinion they would retain more customers if the got their shit together.
I have purchased clones from CT. If I remember correctly they sell clones for $20 each. If you buy a clone you should be guaranteed it's a female. One of the few clones I picked up from CT was a MALE (and no it wasn't hermied....full male all the way...check out my post if you doubt). That was time and money well spent.
They sell seeds for $10 each and are NOT feminized. But hey....with a great place like CT if you need seeds just look in your sensi buds you bought up from them at a high dollar. I've gotten seeds in 3 different varieties of $65 an eighth bud from them. Again....wtf!? Maybe only 3 seeds per eighth but even I know that as soon as a bud is seeded all it's energy goes to the seed so you get weaker buds.
They do offer growing classes. Most people know but if you're just checking into CT you should know that they also run the greenhouse tech store in the springs and they really want you to buy grow equipment and supplies there.... ka-ching! $$$$ Of course they are going to offer grow classes so you will buy grow equipment.
If you are a registered med mj patient and can't find a good caregiver just bite the bullet and grow your own because chances are you're going to end up doing this anyway. If you need clones, just buy some seeds from a good place like .. www.worldwide-marijuana-seeds.com .. grow the seeds and clone em.....you couldn't ask for better genes to start with and your buds will be everything you hoped they would be.
You can get meds there equivalent to street prices and street quality (inconsistent). Decent meds there run $60 to $70 an eighth.....for stuff like white widow, train wreck, recon, etc. They do sell stuff cheaper but it is crap and not worth considering. Do not let them sell you anything that has been pre-bagged.....this is colorado and it dries out fast. Most of the pre-bagged meds are dry and don't smoke well .... plus the buds are brittle and that is BAD. Buy the stuff that's stored in jars!
In order to get any meds or services there is a $20 or $25 membership fee and you have to sign them over as caregivers. As caregivers they will use you to grow plants and the only thing you get out of it is the privilege of paying them the previously mentioned $60-$70 an eighth.
I believe I read from herbie that only 50% of their clients or so keep CT as caregivers after the first year. Herbie likes to think it's because all those folks are growing their own and moving on. This may be true but I think many independent growers would still like a backup option but I wouldn't retain them even for that purpose. In my opinion they would retain more customers if the got their shit together.
I have purchased clones from CT. If I remember correctly they sell clones for $20 each. If you buy a clone you should be guaranteed it's a female. One of the few clones I picked up from CT was a MALE (and no it wasn't hermied....full male all the way...check out my post if you doubt). That was time and money well spent.
They sell seeds for $10 each and are NOT feminized. But hey....with a great place like CT if you need seeds just look in your sensi buds you bought up from them at a high dollar. I've gotten seeds in 3 different varieties of $65 an eighth bud from them. Again....wtf!? Maybe only 3 seeds per eighth but even I know that as soon as a bud is seeded all it's energy goes to the seed so you get weaker buds.
They do offer growing classes. Most people know but if you're just checking into CT you should know that they also run the greenhouse tech store in the springs and they really want you to buy grow equipment and supplies there.... ka-ching! $$$$ Of course they are going to offer grow classes so you will buy grow equipment.
If you are a registered med mj patient and can't find a good caregiver just bite the bullet and grow your own because chances are you're going to end up doing this anyway. If you need clones, just buy some seeds from a good place like .. www.worldwide-marijuana-seeds.com .. grow the seeds and clone em.....you couldn't ask for better genes to start with and your buds will be everything you hoped they would be.
pikes peak 69
Well-Known Member
Very informative post and I applaud you posting your opinion. Although I support growing your own, there are times when a patient can't or has no desire to do it themselves. At that point go to a reputable club. At this time, I've seen nothing but good come from the Highlands Coop and have sent many people that way.
I am also open to pm's discussing anything else.
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I am also open to pm's discussing anything else.
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jergus
Active Member
yo all....sorry for the previous rant. i let my pain and frustrations get the best of me. herbie....if you read this stuff i hope you use it to make improvements in your business. things i've said may be harsh but it's accurate. fix it and you'll retain more clients...and everyone will benefit.
Sunrise
Well-Known Member
I support what you said! And I will also say that a person like him has no conscious of others and really doesnt care. A lesson and reminder to those of us that do care, to take the time to speak out.
Remember, he does not care! He went into it with the wrong intentions and still, his actions shows it. If he ever changes his actions towards others, I would see that as a miracle.
Anyone that goes into a business, or life for that matter, pretending they want to help mankind, but meanwhile are only in it for themselves, is wrong!
In my book, its evil and does not deserve to be anyone that I would ever associate with or will support.
[FONT="]Thankfully, there is an outnumbered amount of people here on RIU, The world, and we here in Colorado who do care.
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Remember, he does not care! He went into it with the wrong intentions and still, his actions shows it. If he ever changes his actions towards others, I would see that as a miracle.
Anyone that goes into a business, or life for that matter, pretending they want to help mankind, but meanwhile are only in it for themselves, is wrong!
In my book, its evil and does not deserve to be anyone that I would ever associate with or will support.
[FONT="]Thankfully, there is an outnumbered amount of people here on RIU, The world, and we here in Colorado who do care.
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GrowTech
stays relevant.
man... i really feel bad for anyone who's gotta deal with those guys :\
Jonny Blaze 2020
Active Member
this is a joke right ive been to most of the places being spoke about in this post and they are all pretty much about looking out for there selfs how about looking out for the patients its not about $$$$ its about trying to make people feel better. im not saying anyone is ripping anybody off cus if ya think about it you dont go to these places and have to buy. so bottom line grow your own it costs an initial invesment of $500- $1000 to grow some for yourself. the about $100 - $300 every harvest after that.
This is my first post here and new to these forums in general. I want to thank all of you for sharing your passion and experience with this special plant, and all the wonders it offers the world. We are almost there! After reading through these pages, it seems half of the responses are negative, and meant to demoralize and attack fellow competitors, while the others are just looking for critical information on the basics. Don’t we want to make them feel more at ease than with a typical dealer on the street? It sounds like corporate gossip to me…if you only knew!! I think the dispensary owners are to be applauded!
I come from many years in the corporate world and can recognize the difference between flat out greed and fair market value/compassion. Ask yourself this. Why are prices so high, what overhead, and is it fair? Easy, you are paying a premium for a huge convenience factor. Not having to wait for your dealer(s) who may or may not show up on time, or at all with questionable quality each time...yea, that is fun! The dispensaries make it easy. Drive over, visit for a little while and leave, all in a safe, predictable and efficient manner. Large sums of capital are needed on a monthly basis just to operate a majority of these clubs. Plus, having dispensaries that can manage to sock away a few bucks to gain some buying power and piece of the market, and still remain respected in the community as a whole, should be well compensated for...again, predictable safe means of acquiring the medicine. Example, Prada should be sold for the same price as Dockers? No offense, just making a comparison. Same commodity, but one may be preferable over the other and has willing buyers to pay the difference. Do you want all bud to be priced the same? However, I do believe it should be commonplace to hold about 25-30% of inventory for the less fortunate. (Fair) That takes care of that.
If one store is too much for you, find another. That is what a free market economy is. If I invested my time, money, research, property, manpower, and legal fees into something, you better believe I won’t be just handing it out. In short, these guys have good intentions, and they are in the business of helping people and done so much more good than bad. So what if there is some slippage to the black market. You think big Pharmaceutical companies that strap sample after sample of narcotics to their Reps back all make it to the right destination? No way, Reps are busted all the time for selling off label, and sometimes even told to by their superiors. Business goes on as usual knowing that these are isolated occurrences that are filtered out due to common sense regulation. One last thing, I was not putting Pharma in the same category as Cannabis. That would be an insult to the Cannabis plant…just thought it would be a good real world example.
M.L. from CT, we should talk. Will give you a call soon!
I come from many years in the corporate world and can recognize the difference between flat out greed and fair market value/compassion. Ask yourself this. Why are prices so high, what overhead, and is it fair? Easy, you are paying a premium for a huge convenience factor. Not having to wait for your dealer(s) who may or may not show up on time, or at all with questionable quality each time...yea, that is fun! The dispensaries make it easy. Drive over, visit for a little while and leave, all in a safe, predictable and efficient manner. Large sums of capital are needed on a monthly basis just to operate a majority of these clubs. Plus, having dispensaries that can manage to sock away a few bucks to gain some buying power and piece of the market, and still remain respected in the community as a whole, should be well compensated for...again, predictable safe means of acquiring the medicine. Example, Prada should be sold for the same price as Dockers? No offense, just making a comparison. Same commodity, but one may be preferable over the other and has willing buyers to pay the difference. Do you want all bud to be priced the same? However, I do believe it should be commonplace to hold about 25-30% of inventory for the less fortunate. (Fair) That takes care of that.
If one store is too much for you, find another. That is what a free market economy is. If I invested my time, money, research, property, manpower, and legal fees into something, you better believe I won’t be just handing it out. In short, these guys have good intentions, and they are in the business of helping people and done so much more good than bad. So what if there is some slippage to the black market. You think big Pharmaceutical companies that strap sample after sample of narcotics to their Reps back all make it to the right destination? No way, Reps are busted all the time for selling off label, and sometimes even told to by their superiors. Business goes on as usual knowing that these are isolated occurrences that are filtered out due to common sense regulation. One last thing, I was not putting Pharma in the same category as Cannabis. That would be an insult to the Cannabis plant…just thought it would be a good real world example.
M.L. from CT, we should talk. Will give you a call soon!
cowabunga
Active Member
Choices may be limited if the amendment to the state's Medical Marijuana law is passed; nonetheless, we are opening (have three caregiverships at this time) a dispensary in western Colorado. Will be offering as many relevant medically related strains as possible.
Not sure how much information to post at this time. Trying to provide a service for those patients who do not have the wherewithal to do it on their own.
Not sure how much information to post at this time. Trying to provide a service for those patients who do not have the wherewithal to do it on their own.
jakob.none
Member
msgrappling,
No, do not put a despesary as your caregiver. According to Amendment 20, oinly a person can be your caregiver not a group. If you want to sign up a person in that despensary as your caregiver, that's your decision but don't do it if they tell you that it's the only way to shop there. New despensaries open up every day, find one that will give you a free sample as a show of good faith.
Robin w/ CannaMed
More Questions? Call 1-877-420-6337
No, do not put a despesary as your caregiver. According to Amendment 20, oinly a person can be your caregiver not a group. If you want to sign up a person in that despensary as your caregiver, that's your decision but don't do it if they tell you that it's the only way to shop there. New despensaries open up every day, find one that will give you a free sample as a show of good faith.
Robin w/ CannaMed
More Questions? Call 1-877-420-6337
farmerbob
Well-Known Member
You should check out our state registered Non-Profit Cooperative in Colorado Springs. The Highlands Cooperative (719-442-6737) has over 30 varieties of dried medication, over 20 varieties of clones, and the lowest prices in the state. We are open 7 days a week, 24/7 for our patients. You do not need to change your caregiver to us to obtain your medicine, though it will benefit you financially. Even without the discount we are the cheapest in the state but becoming a member will get you 15% off medicine and 20% off other items like Silver Surfer Vaporizers ($150) and all grow equipment (new!) as well as many other benefits including the lowest prices in the state of Colorado and harvest sharing for those that qualify for us to grow for them. Our physician promotes edible cannabis consumption by recommending up to 20 plants per patient or 10'x10' canopy space for $250/yr (CO state fees not included). Located on West Bijou by Denny's, we are appointment only (strictly enforced!) Appointments can be made at 719-442-6737. Our grow store, Green Thumb Gardens (719-228-6940) is located at 2119 W. Colorado Blvd. at 21st Street, next to another great dispensary, Trichome Health Consultants. We have construction companies that will build handicap ramps and widen doors FOR FREE! Our experts will help you design and even build your grow room. Our volunteers will help with yard work, cleaning, rides to doctors, shopping, etc. for those in need. We hope to see you soon, you have nothing to lose!
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We are the real THC, owning the Trademark in Colorado. We were founded and owned by Veterans and Patients. Our bylaws allow us a slight markup for operating expenses but our goal is to have the highest quality for the lowest price. Any surplus goes to our financial assistance programs, patient, law enforcement, and physician education programs, and other programs that will keep Colorado self sufficient with legendary medication.
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NorthernColoradoGreenCros
Active Member
Hey bra,
I have heard like three places claim this and just out of curiosity I thought i would run a search on the Colorado Sec of State website and that is not what i found there. If you had someone register that for you, you outta slap them cause as far as I can tell The Healing Center is the registered owners of the THC in colorado. fyi. wassupwitdat?
farmerbob
Well-Known Member
Looks like The Healing Center snatched it when it expired. Look a little harder next time. You cant just take a trademark the day it expires and call it yours, it doesn't work that way. Here is the original trademark:
http://www.sos.state.co.us/biz/NameReservationDetail.do?quitButtonDestination=BusinessEntityResults&nameTyp=RSRV&masterFileId=20081600643&entityId2=20081600643&srchTyp=MISC
http://www.sos.state.co.us/biz/NameReservationDetail.do?quitButtonDestination=BusinessEntityResults&nameTyp=RSRV&masterFileId=20081600643&entityId2=20081600643&srchTyp=MISC
NorthernColoradoGreenCros
Active Member
Really? Why would I look harder if I found that right off the bat? Give me a break, dont get a hot flash with me I was just pointing something out... sounds like you need to be more hands on. If you wanted it done right......
On a side note, I know you and have heard some good things about your recent opening of The Highlands Coop. Congrats, But I also know Jesse and Deb and The Healing Center. I Know they were already operating as THC before Nov 14. So careful who you sound like you are accusing of stealing intellectual property.
hmm, infighting is so fuckin dumb.
arent we all on the same side?
**edit ..... so calling yourselves "the real thc", implies you were around before the others or were the first with that name. Neither being correct. And the real thc is Tetrahydrocannabinol. Again this is no arguement, simply an observer asking about facts being pointed out.
