Discreet Cannabis Tips for Family Gatherings

With the holidays well on the way, you’re bound to be excited (or maybe even a little nervous) about all the family gatherings on the horizon. As great as it can be to see all the people that make up your family network, let’s face it, sometimes the festivities can be a little rough.

Naturally, a lot of people prefer weed to be a part of the holidays to help soothe the only-see-these-people-once-a-year jitters, keep the conversation flowing, and get some rest when sleeping in someone’s strange guest room.

As legal as cannabis is in Massachusetts (and most other U.S. states at this point), not everyone is as accepting of cannabis. This can make these holiday gatherings a little long if you can’t reach for your favorite strain or spark up a pre-roll to soothe your jitters. Never fear! We’ve got all the discreet weed tips to get you prepared at Haven Cannabis.

Discreet Weed Tips to Get You Through the Holidays and Beyond

1. Invest in a weed vape, a portable one.

The simplest path to consuming weed discreetly at family gatherings is to invest in a discreet weed vape. Weed vapes are hands-down the most discreet way to indulge without others being aware because:

• They don’t produce much odor at all.
• They don’t require combustion and don’t involve smoke.
• They easily slip into your pocket.
• They can be pulled out and used at a moment’s notice.

Leave your big vape rigs at home and go with a discreet weed pen battery or a slim disposable. A few good picks include Fernway Travelers and Dime Industry Disposables. Both brands offer an exceptional collection of strain picks and the vapes are easily toted in your coat pocket.

2. Smoke only if you must, but keep tools on hand.

If you must have flower instead of a vape for family gatherings, a few tips can help. Some claim the most discreet way to smoke weed is to opt for a one-hitter pipe because they hold onto the smell and smoke better than rolled bud.

You could also opt for the tried-and-true “boof tube” solution or invest in a Smoke Buddy, which works like a personal smoke purifier. A few other ways to keep the smell down include:

• Wash your hands immediately after smoking
• Use mouthwash to rinse your mouth
• Opt for smoking only outdoors and leave your jacket in the house (more clothing layers will mean more absorbed odors)
• Pick up a travel-size bottle of weed smoke neutralizer spray
• Use dry shampoo on your hair to neutralize odors

Quick Tip: Opt for strains with a slightly lower odor profile and steer clear of skunk strains if possible. While all strains have a telltale smell, some are definitely more prominent than others. For example, Wedding Cake, from the Kush line, is not as skunk as something like Skunk Hero x Ethos Cookies.

3. Store your stash correctly.

If you are packing flower along to the family dinner or get-together, make sure you do your due diligence to protect the stash in the best container possible. Opt for an odor-proof container you can easily slip in your pocket, purse, or suitcase like the Evergreen Traveler, an Herb Guard Bag, or otherwise. These containers are odor-proof, so even the most fragrant flower won’t lead to side-eyes from the fam.

Quick tip: If you’re traveling with a vape, especially a live resin or rosin one, keep it in a warm spot (avoid leaving it in a cold car). Otherwise, the high-terpene extract inside can get too cold to vaporize correctly when you do have a minute alone.

4. All else fails, opt for edibles.

Edibles are the easiest and most discreet path to enjoying the effects of weed. No one is going to think you’re consuming anything more than a gummy vitamin or piece of candy with something like Mr. Moxey’s Mints or Happy Valley Gummies.

We’ve Got You Covered at The Haven Center

When you need to make a quick stop at the dispensary to find a low-odor strain or a discreet weed pen battery or vape, make Haven in Brewster or Provincetown your first stop. We’ve got one of the best vape collections in Cape Cod, but will also gladly share our tips for keeping your weed on the down low for the holidays. Don’t forget, you can also order ahead for a quick pick-up when you arrive.