1. Combine in food processor until chunky and sticky:

• 1 Cup Chopped and Pitted Dates
• 2 ½ Cups of Raw Nuts
• (Mix Walnuts, Almonds, Cashews, Pecans, etc.)
• ½ Cup Shredded Coconut
• 1 T Pumpkin Pie Spice
• ¼ T Nutmeg or Cinnamon
• Pinch o’ Salt
• 2 T Coconut Oil

2. Press crust mixture into the bottom of a pie plate (Use a 10-12” Springform if you’ve got it). Freeze for 3 hrs.

3. Combine in a high-speed blender or food processor until smooth:

• 1 ½ Cans Pumpkin Puree
• 2 Cups Raw Cashews
• 1 ½ Cups Maple Syrup
• 3 T Cannabis Oil

4. Pour filling over frozen crust and smooth out with a spatula. Freeze 2-3 hrs.

5. Thaw for at least 30 minutes prior to serving.

For your convenience, we’ve included a step-by-step "how-to" so you can make and enjoy your very own Cannabis-Butter. Try it today, and savor the results! But remember, the stronger the marijuana, the stronger the butter.

Step 1
Start by decarbing your marijuana: heat oven to 240 degrees. Place the marijuana in one layer on a baking sheet with sides. Bake for 40 minutes. Be sure to turn the sheet a few times to ensure even heating. When it’s done, the marijuana will become dry and crumbly.

Step 2
Grab any size saucepan that has enough surface area so the marijuana can float at 1 ½ - 2 inches from the bottom of the saucepan. First, bring about 4 – 6 cups of water to a boil (depending on the pan, adjust water as needed. Don’t worry if you put too much; we’re going to strain it). Second, add unsalted butter to the mix. We like 4 butter sticks per every ounce of marijuana.

Step 3
When the butter has melted, you’ll add in the marijuana. When you do, be sure to turn down the heat to LOW, like VERY LOW. Let the marijuana simmer for about three hours. You’ll know it’s done when it becomes thick and shiny.

Step 4
Here’s another critical step: we’re going to strain the mix over a double layer of cheesecloth. Grab a large metal heatproof pan or metal mixing bowl, then double layer the cheesecloth over the top. Secure the cheesecloth with a large rubber band or string.

Step 5
So, your buttery mix is done and you are ready to strain it. Pour your butter over the cheesecloth very slowly until your pan is empty. When you have it in the cheesecloth, unbound your rubber band, and then collect the edges of the cloth. Carefully squeeze the butter from the cloth into the bowl.

Step 6
Take the butter in the bowl to the fridge, allowing it to cool. The butter will solidify and rise to the top.

Step 7
Cut the edges of the butter from the sides of the bowl//container, so you can get the butter out. Turn the bowl upside down on a preparation surface, releasing the butter. Now, just scrape any excess water off separating it from the butter.

Step 8
And just like that, you’ve made your own Cannabis-Butter. Enjoy!

Maybe you’re getting your gear in gear for a cool winter ski vacation. Considering a springtime change of scenery. Picking out new beach attire for a bright and sunny trip this summer. Or thinking about a fall foliage tour come autumn.

Whatever your next adventure will be, it’s important to get a lay of the land – cannabis wise – before you go. As always, you can turn to Emerald Fields for help in navigating the ever-changing road to legalized marijuana.

Rules & regs
You may have heard that marijuana regulations have been changing across the US. There are some bills floating around Congress that talk about decriminalization on a federal level, while there are other resolutions that make legalization in every state across the US unlikely in 2020.

While all this is happening in the background, you’re just trying to enjoy your life. You seek to live life in your own way. That means when you do start planning your next getaway – and decide to travel to a place that has legal weed – you need to stay informed every step of the way.

Time will tell what the new rules and regulations may be, and it can seem hard to keep up. Rest assured, we’re here to help sort your way through it.

What we do know: there are many states that have already legalized marijuana for either recreational or medicinal purposes. This gives you some flexibility – and options – for your travel plans.

We also know that there is a growing acceptance for marijuana use nationwide. In fact, a gallup poll found that 64% of respondents are in favor of legalization. See the poll here. Something to keep in mind for the future.

Decisions, decisions.
So where to go? Let’s check the map. Best part is, you have access to the whole continental US West Coast (and all of Canada), where recreational marijuana is legal. In other words, the best mountains and beaches are all yours.

Or, if you feel like branching out and really getting your travel on, here are some other exciting travel destinations just waiting for you to discover:

Make a map of North America:
Recreational

• Canada
• Washington
• California
• Oregon
• Colorado
• Vermont
• Massachusetts
• Maine
• Alaska
• Nevada
• Illinois

• Montana
• North Dakota
• Minnesota
• Arizona
• New Mexico
• Arkansas [in limbo]
• Michigan
• Ohio
• West Virginia
• Florida
• Pennsylvania
• New York
• Delaware
• New Jersey
• Connecticut
• New Hampshire
• Rhode Island
• Virginia
• Maryland
• Hawaii
• Oklahoma
• Louisiana
• Missouri