Letter from the Editor: Harvest Edition 2022

Happy harvest season!

Excitement floods my veins to present this collection of stories as Green Eugene’s newest editor. I would be lying if I didn't touch on how this publication has changed my life and uplifted my journalistic education. I never expected to be taking over for our previous editor when I joined as a staff writer and photographer in the middle of the COVID-19 digital dependency era.

Although I offer a new, rainbow-tinted lens, my entirely unique perspective is one equally valuable to this magazine and the community it serves.

As any chef loves concocting new recipes, I am introducing an unexplored flavor to Green Eugene to continue accurately reflecting the vibrancy of our local cannabis community. It also came to my attention late into the process of planning this edition that very few openly queer and non-binary cannabis journalists exist. Though this feels daunting at times, I am honored to lead with a lit joint in hand and years of trailblazing experience.

I want to directly thank those who have worked with us on this issue, including but definitely not limited to: UO alumni Dave Sullivan for giving us an educational tour of The Plant, Subtle Winds for their work in Psilocybin therapy, and Alan and Marisa at Black Market BBQ for their saucy, foody love. May this year’s harvest be fruitful, meaningful and inviting to all.

With infinite love and gratitude,

Kayl