🌿 High Spirits & Honor: Celebrating Memorial Day Weekend with Cannabis
As Memorial Day Weekend rolls in, many of us look forward to sunny skies, barbecues, and quality time with friends and family. But beyond the cookouts and poolside parties, it’s also a time of reflection—to honor and remember the brave service members who gave their lives for our country. As a Veteran-owned company, this day holds deep meaning for us. Not just as a time to remember our fallen heroes, but to reflect on their values of courage and resilience.
While we commemorate their sacrifice, this long weekend also offers a moment to unwind and recharge. For cannabis lovers, it’s a great opportunity to elevate your experience—mindfully and respectfully. Here’s how to blend gratitude, fun, and weed into your Memorial Day plans with a little help from your friends at Bask.
1. Mindful Consumption, Meaningful Reflection
Memorial Day isn’t just a day off—it’s a time to remember. Before lighting up, take a moment of silence or gratitude for those who served. Consider rolling a joint or packing a bowl with a strain known for its introspective effects—like Blue Dream, Northern Lights, or ACDC (for a CBD-dominant experience).
2. Elevated BBQs: Infused Eats & Mellow Vibes
Planning a barbecue? Infused cooking oils or cannabutter can turn traditional recipes into canna-classics. Think: THC-infused potato salad, lemonade, or a drizzle of cannabis honey on grilled corn. We have lots of recipes available from our Test Kitchen series on Instagram, for instance infused agave, olive oil, and more.
Pro Tip: Always label infused items and prepare separate dishes for non-consuming guests (and children).
3. S’more Fun: Campfire Edibles
If you’re heading out camping or hanging by a fire pit, try cannabis-infused s’mores. Use pre-dosed chocolate bars or marshmallows infused with low-dose THC. It’s nostalgia with a buzz.
4. Travel Smart
Cannabis laws vary by state, so if you’re road-tripping, know the rules. Don’t travel across state lines with cannabis, even if both states are legal. And of course, never drive high.
5. Honoring Veterans in Cannabis
This holiday is also a time to recognize how many veterans are turning to cannabis for relief from PTSD, chronic pain, and other conditions. Support veteran-owned cannabis brands, or consider donating to organizations advocating for veteran access to cannabis, like Weed for Warriors Project or Veterans Cannabis Coalition.
6. Keep It Responsible
Memorial Day often marks the start of summer—but it’s also one of the highest-risk weekends for impaired driving. Whether you’re smoking, vaping, or eating edibles, consume responsibly and plan ahead for rides or overnight stays.
In Closing
Cannabis can deepen our sense of connection, relaxation, and gratitude. As we gather this weekend, let’s take the time to honor those who served—while enjoying the freedom to relax, reflect, and elevate.
Shop our curated Memorial Day Weekend Product Menu for suggestions & inspiration.
Here’s to a safe, high-spirited, and heartfelt Memorial Day Weekend. 🌿
