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Stoney Sunday in Solana Beach

April 7, 2019
solana beach

Stoney Sunday is better with friends. It’s even better when you’re with one of your best canna buds at a cute AirBNB in Solana Beach. However, you’ve reached peak Stoney Sunday success when you’re sparking up Stone Road Farms joints for a morning wake and bake in Urban Outfitters.

That’s exactly what happened on my latest trip to San Diego. I met up with my friend Lizzy at the cutest AirBNB in Solana Beach. This quaint, quiet cottage near the beach had a private garden overflowing with plants. But these aren’t just any plants, these are life-size Monstera leaves, succulents galore and Birds of Paradise higher than the house. If you know me, you know my obsession with plants, hence this collage is my definition of #PlantGoals.

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Fashion  /  Girls Who Smoke Weed
Stoned in Samborghini’s Weed Shirt

April 5, 2019
Samborghini weed shirt

Sun, sand, smoke and Samborghini can only mean one thing — Fashion Friday! I spent last week exploring San Diego and couldn’t wait to blaze around town in my new Samborghini eagle weed shirt.

If you’re new to my page, I’ll let you in on a little secret. My two passions are pot and politics. No joke, give me liberty and give me ganja. It’s why I couldn’t wait to rock this head turning, conversation starting T.

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Fashion  /  Girls Who Smoke Weed
My Red Tibi Pant Suit

February 14, 2019
red tibi pant suit

My Tibi pant suit is red,
but my heart still feels blue.
I’m dating my career,
who can relate with me too?

This Valentine’s Day, I’m dating myself. Lately all I do is work, workout, work around my house, sleep and occasionally socialize (usually at industry events). So what better way to love myself than with a fierce new fire red Tibi pant suit?

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2018 Ego Clash Invitational

January 22, 2019
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What happens when 27 men judge 27 dabs? I found out at the 2018 Ego Clash Invitational!

Sebastian at BA Botanicals invited me to attend this Mendocino County event. Ego Clash Invitational is invite-only for the industry’s leading producers and processors. What sets this event apart from others is the judging. Every person who enters becomes a judge, then you judge everyone’s product along with your own.

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Cannabis Bud Cart

January 17, 2019
cannabis bud cart

We all know bar carts, but what about bud carts? MARY Magazine recently featured mine in their STASH BOXES column!

After three years in the industry, my stash box started overflowing with products and accessories. I wanted something new to not only organize my cannabis, but also show it off. While browsing a Seattle vintage market one weekend, I stumbled upon a bar cart and realized my marijuana manifestations had come true. “Aha, I need this gold, mirrored, Art Deco bud cart!”

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Stop and Smoke the Flowers in Daisy Natives

January 11, 2019
Daisy Natives

Girls support girls, but me? I support everyone. I don’t care if you’re male, female, trans, non-binary, gay, straight, black, white, Christian, Muslim, Jewish, conservative, liberal, libertarian or AnCap. Society has us so categorized these days and it’s dividing us. I live life by the motto “don’t hurt people and don’t take their stuff.” If you live by that motto, I don’t care what you are — I’ll support you too.

The end of 2018 took an interesting turn. I witnessed women I once considered allies justify online harassment because they didn’t agree with my political beliefs. This positive, inclusive and open-minded community suddenly became a place only for a certain mindset. As a result, I purged a lot of women from my circle. I took a long, hard look at where I directed my energy and made sure to surround myself with women who support women.

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Processors  /  Producers
Going Rogue with Grown Rogue

January 10, 2019
grown rogue oregon

The new year means new experiences. Lucky for me, Grown Rogue has strains for all of them. I recently toured this fabulous indoor facility and their outdoor farm, for a first-hand look at how Oregon is going rogue with Grown Rogue.

Grown Rogue is a self-described “seed-to-experience” company focused on the environment, community and education. All their products are Clean Green Certified, and the team only uses sustainable, organic-based practices. Genetics are also Phylos Certified (something I didn’t know about until recently), which provides a genetic library to thousands of cultivators.

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My First Cannabis Greenhouse at BA Botanicals

December 10, 2018
cannabis greenhouse

This Croptober, I photographed my first cannabis greenhouse. Now don’t get me wrong, I’ve been in greenhouses, but nothing that compares to the scale of BA Botanicals. At over 500 feet long, it really is like a football field of weed.

BA Botanicals is committed to producing the cleanest sun grown flower possible. While this is a huge facility, they aren’t focused on yields. “We’re focused on flower for the best resin and best flavor,” owner Sebastian Stalman said. “Yield is secondary, we want connoisseur level.”

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Colored Cannabis Collective’s Capitol Hill Cleanup

October 4, 2018
Colored Cannabis Collective’s Capitol Hill Cleanup

On Saturday the Colored Cannabis Collective brought the community together to participate in a Capitol Hill trash cleanup. People of color and their allies met on Cherry Street to pick up trash, give back, connect with old friends, meet new ones and of course, share a joint or few.

We spent the first portion of the cleanup tackling a trash-filled field. Uncle Ike’s donated buckets and gloves. Within the first 30 minutes, we’d already filled an entire trash bin, not to mention countless buckets.

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Fashion  /  Girls Who Smoke Weed
Smoking My Seaweed in SeaQueen Swim

September 28, 2018
seaqueen swim

Dedicating this Fashion Friday to where I’d rather be — Cabo San Lucas with SeaQueen! I love summer and live for swimwear, so when I saw Discount Universe announce a sequin swim collection I jumped on that email list quicker than you can take a dab. Needless to say, this suit is even more stunning IRL, which is why I couldn’t wait to puff in it poolside.

We started our morning as the sun crept up over the mountain. My mom and I knew guests didn't hit the pool until 9 or later, so it gave me plenty of time to hit my Pearl Extracts pen with Lazy Bee Gardens oil. The blue tile paired perfectly with the blue sequins on this suit. I wanted to add something a little extra (because I am) so threw on my Vida Kush jewelry for even more bling. As for my sunnies? They're from Amazon. Three pair for $30!

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    This year I shot a lot of cannabis content but bar This year I shot a lot of cannabis content but barely posted any of it. Why?

I found myself burnt out, uninspired in the industry and honestly, sick of staring at a screen. My hormones were totally out of whack and as a result, my hair kept falling out. I’d neglected my health and hated how I looked in photos. So in July, at the guidance of my naturopath, I did a 30-day detox. I quit my favorite plant cold turkey. Then my detox just kind of extended to 113 days. Honestly, the only reason I even smoked again was for a photo shoot (which I never even posted).

So anyway, here’s a recap of 2024 content that never made the feed. Maybe I’ll post more in the upcoming year, or maybe my energy is just shifting from pot to politics, where I’ve seen an insane amount of growth the last 365 days. 

If you want to see what I’m doing outside of the industry, follow my personal page @BessByers where I am more active and who knows, maybe the break this year is the motivation I need for the next year? 🍁🤷🏻‍♀️📸 #Cannabess

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    So, my 30 day detox turned into 90, but I’m easi So, my 30 day detox turned into 90, but I’m easing back into the swing of things this weekend with one of my favorite infused beverages — @drinksungaze. 

However, I like to add a little something extra to my drinks. The muddled strawberries give me flashbacks to the unlimited strawberry lemonade I would down at a popular burger joint as a kid.

I recommend Sungaze to EVERYONE (especially the strawberry citrus) because they are so tasty and the perfect micro dose. No joke. Loved ones who don’t consume say these help them sleep better at night. Friends who want a healthier alternative to wine have replaced their afterwork glass with a can of Sungaze. When I find myself in social settings where people day drink, I’ll bring these and be the last one standing.

If you’re in Washington, these are a must-try and in case you’re wondering… No, this isn’t sponsored. They’re just that good. 🍓🍋🍁 #cannabess

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    I quit smoking weed. Well, for now anyway. A coup I quit smoking weed. Well, for now anyway.

A couple months ago I went to a naturopath for some health issues. I suspected they could be lifestyle related so we had a ton of bloodwork done. During our meeting, I asked if weed could be the cause of these issues and my cannabis-friendly naturopath asked how often I consume it.

I was like, “Well, I like to smoke in the evenings before I workout. I also enjoy smoking when I clean the house, go hike or hang out with friends. And I consume a decent amount when I’m on a shoot.”

She looked at me like 😳😳😳.

Then she suggested maybe I do a THC detox. So I did. I put a date on my calendar and quit cold turkey. What started out as “No High July” extended into August and will probably continue until my next round of bloodwork.

I’m not quitting cannabis entirely and I will absolutely smoke again, but this whole experience made me rethink my relationship with this plant and be more mindful in my consumption. 

When I posted about my cannabis detox on stories last month, I received a ton of inquiries so filmed a video answering all your questions. Click the link in my bio or head to my stories to watch why I quit smoking weed (for now). 🍃🙏🏼💚 #cannabess

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    Let’s talk burnout. This spring I found myself Let’s talk burnout.

This spring I found myself juggling multiple projects. Between political work, agency work and sponsored content, I was slammed. I love what I do and wish our bodies didn’t need downtime. 

But after my grandma passed, I was on brink of burnout. At the end of my workday, I couldn’t even bring myself to stare at a screen. Shooting content for fun felt like a chore. I thought I looked tired in all my photos. Styling, setting up a camera and shooting? UGH. I’d wake up in the morning with anxiety at the *need* to post. I felt guilty at night for not editing photos. Then as the days progressed, I thought I needed some sort of “comeback.” When in reality, it didn’t matter. 

On Sunday morning, Instagram deactivated and then reactivated my account (again). It was the creative spark I needed to use this audio I’ve had saved for months and share everything I’ve done while not posting.

So as my “comeback” here are three tips that helped me overcome burnout:

1. Focus on projects that matter most. For me, that’s my political and client work. It’s been hard to stay motivated with this account when it’s so heavily censored. My political content has gone viral lately, getting millions of views with reposts from people like Alex Jones and Jordan Peterson. Prioritizing what performs best made it easy to direct my energy there.

2. Make time for the things you love. For me, it’s been more time outdoors. I’ve done a lot of paddle boarding, swimming in the river and soaking in hot springs.

3. Remember, social media isn’t reality. You can take a break for a week, month, or year and come back anytime. Sure you might lose followers, but who cares. Peace of mind is more important than a number on an app. Your friends and followers will be excited to see you return. They’ll also understand that time offline is essential.

Has anyone else experienced burnout? I feel like it’s so common in this digitally connected world. If so, how did you beat it? 🧠🙏🏼💨 #Cannabess

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    Starting my holiday weekend early with a little he Starting my holiday weekend early with a little help from @heir.goods!

Their waterpipe is a modern design of the classic bong and I love how it hits. The 8-slotted perc cools and cleans smoke for super smooth hits, and trust me I hit this thing A LOT. Every time it ripped like a champ. 

From my morning wake and bake to afternoon smoke session, Heir’s waterpipe makes it easy to streamline my session. Learn more about this chic piece at the link in my bio. ⛰️🏠💨 #cannabess

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    Last night at 5PM my grandma Jenny Lorene Belleau Last night at 5PM my grandma Jenny Lorene Belleau Byers passed on to the afterlife. While I am sad she’s no longer physically with us, I’m crying tears of joy at all the memories we shared together.

And this was a special one. In 2019 I took her to Hashtag’s Guided Shopping for Seniors. As an avid gardener and garden club member, I couldn’t wait for her to experience the magic of this plant.

My grandma learned about everything from topicals to terpenes, and cannabinoids to canna brands. She was so excited and told all her friends about the experience.

The 🍃 industry has been full of memories, but this is one I will cherish forever. Ok, and the time she caught my cousin and I smoking in the garage on Christmas. The look on her face… Priceless.

To watch the whole video from our visit to Hashtag, click the link in my bio. And if you have a grandparent still alive, give them a big hug (or at least a phone call) today. 🤍🙏🏼🕊️ #cannabess

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    A few @polaroid snaps from my visit to @freddys.fu A few @polaroid snaps from my visit to @freddys.fuego!

I had the opportunity to tour this fine facility on my recent trip to Washington. I’ve 💨 this 🍃 for years, and always loved their pheno hunts, so to finally get an inside look at how it’s grown was a real treat.

I can’t wait to share more from this visit, including a LOT of film! If you’ve tried Freddy’s, what’s your favorite strain? 💚🙌🏼🌱 #cannabess

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    Wow, the response to yesterday’s story was overw Wow, the response to yesterday’s story was overwhelming. The number of women who shared their own experiences of bullying and mistreatment at the hands of other women in this industry is heartbreaking.

While there are certainly a few faces in this space that are unkind to others, there are also an overwhelming number of women in weed who are absolutely amazing. And I’m lucky to have connected with so many of them over the years.

So today I’m highlighting a few of the fabulous females I’ve photographed. From cozy cabins to calf-burning hikes, I am thankful to share unforgettable memories with these canna queens.

Ladies, let’s make some friends in the comments. Share where you are based and what activities you enjoy after consuming this plant! 🍁🙌🏼❤️ #cannabess

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    lpnational Libertarian Party @lpnational ·
    4 Dec 2023

    Accumulating wealth for yourself and your family isn’t greed.

    Stealing wealth from some and redistributing it to others via government isn’t benevolence.

    Trust no one telling you otherwise.

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    imcannabess Bess Byers @imcannabess ·
    6 Dec 2023

    It's the failed criminal justice reform and tolerance for homeless fentanyl addicts pushed by far left politicians. Criminals are no longer held accountable for crimes and in cases like this, the perpetrator profits off it.

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    6 Dec 2023

    I recently learned a fellow woman in weed, whom I've never interacted with, has blocked my Cannabess Instagram account, my personal account, my agency account AND EVEN MY CAT.

    A thread on what is really the biggest threat to women in weed.

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