Peace by the gram
Lincoln City Collective offers expert advice and a wide selection
By Sabine Wilson
For the TODAY
As legislation legalizing cannabis continues to pass across the country, the number of dispensaries continues to grow, too.
Cannabis is considered to be one of the most stigmatized medicines, but businesses like Lincoln City Collective are diligently working to help people un-learn the biases they might have about the plant.
“We aim to have a warm, friendly and professional environment,” said the store owner, who prefers to go by just Tim. “We have authentic care for our customers and their needs. We try to combine that care with a passion for learning about the plant, so we’re always able to provide an informed and educated recommendation to our clients.”
After almost a decade in business, Lincoln City Collective is energetically withstanding the test of time. With a dependable selection of the highest-quality products, the collective has a strong base of loyal clientele and a respectable name across the coast.
The building hosts an array of vibrant colors, accented with vintage cannabis-related posters and beautiful murals. As you enter into the retail space, the display case is intuitively organized and exudes a welcoming aura.
“Lincoln City Collective is absolutely my go-to place,” said one long-time customer. “All the prices are very reasonable and I never have to question the quality of what I buy; you can tell the difference. With their help, I have been able to manage my anxiety, chronic pain and insomnia.”
The medicinal benefits of the plant cannot be denied. Studies have shown it can alleviate effects of chronic pain, cancer, epilepsy, eating disorders, glaucoma, mental health conditions like schizophrenia and PTSD, nausea and more.
“Having a care to curate the highest quality while offering hospitality is something we are proud of,” Tim said. “We are especially appreciative of our staff. In addition to being kind and approachable, they believe in the culture we tried to create here, which focuses on treating people well and caring for them.”
By conscientiously paying attention to detail and trying to support the sustainability of success in the cannabis market as a whole, the collective sets itself apart from the rest.
“Our flower selection is hand-picked and we actively work with the best farms we can find,” Tim said. “This includes doing our due diligence and asking about growing practices, determining the quality and implementing years of experience to make sure we’re providing the best for our clients.”
“The people that come here are not just customers, but they are friends, local residents and some even feel like extended family,” he added. “Quality matters to us.”
As society gradually un-learns generations of anti-cannabis messages, Lincoln City Collective continues to uphold the legitimacy of the plant’s various benefits.
“We are in support that cannabis is a great outlet for recreation, relaxation, creativity and fun,” Tim said. “We have people come in with a curiosity who have previously had a strict anti-cannabis mindset. But because they have something they need to treat and received multiple recommendations, they slowly integrated the plant into their lifestyle with our help. Whether it is with THC, CBD or other cannabinoids, they often quickly come to appreciate the numerous benefits the plant has to offer.”
So, what are some of these awesome, high-quality products?
“Flower is king here,” Tim said. [Flower is a term related to the trichome-covered part of the female cannabis plant that is smokable.] “We look for beautiful jar appeal, a terpy flower, which refers to flavor and aroma, and we always have a great selection of high potency with strains that offer a variety of positive experiences that people are looking for.”
The collective also has a large edible selection as well as a wide tincture and topical collection.
“We have edibles that range from someone looking for a subtle effect to the more experienced buyer,” Tim said. “Our tinctures and topicals selections are also extensive, aimed at those looking for more medicinal benefits.”
Whether you are a novice looking to learn more about the many cannabis products or you are a long-time cannabis lover, Lincoln City Collective has everything you need at the best price with the highest quality.
Lincoln City Collective is located on the south end of Lincoln City in Taft at 1266 SW 50th Street, and is open from 10 am to 8 pm daily. For details, call 541-557-9402.