It’s challenging to think of anywhere better than in Portland, Oregon, during June. Flowers are still blooming, the sky is clearing, and the days are warm, perfect for enjoying the outdoors. Whether you go for a hike in Forest Park, windsurf on one of our many rivers, or visit the Oregon coast, there are no wrong answers and plenty of activities to choose from.

The only downside is the sore and achy muscles that arise afterward. The good news is that we have the perfect products to relieve your muscles and maybe even enhance your overall experience. It’s well known that cannabis aids chronic pain and works great at helping us unwind, but now there are also topical options such as balms and transdermal patches that provide a whole different experience than herb and edibles.

Transdermal Cannabis Patches

Greeley Gallery now offers Synergy Skin transdermal patches, a relatively new product that we’re super excited about. Transdermal means applied to the skin, so these patches are like cannabis-infused stickers. The patch releases cannabis, which is absorbed by your skin, which is not only our largest organ but also the most absorptive.

Synergy Skin cannabis patches, in particular, are fantastic because they are timed released, which means you can stick one and go about your day without the need for frequent dosing. This means you can experience a long-lasting and even high during your activity without pausing to smoke a joint.

These cannabis patches are also water-resistant, which makes them great for days out on the boat and water sports. But the perks don’t stop there. Synergy Skin patches are made using full-spectrum cannabis oil, which means you get all the beneficial compounds from the whole cannabis plant.

And with four options, including high THC, high CBD, 1:1, and 2:1, it’s easy to find the best option for any occasion. Even better is that each cannabis patch can be cut into smaller pieces, which allows you to customize the dosage to fit your tolerance.

Cannabis patches are great for during your activities, but you may want a cannabis balm for the day after.

Cannabis Balms

There’s nothing like waking up the day after engaging in physical activity to remind us how old or out of shape we are this time of year. After months of rain and mainly staying indoors, engaging in summertime activities like water skiing, hiking, or running can result in sore achy muscles. But here at Greeley Gallery, we have just the thing to ease your muscles and get you back out there in no time. Currently, we have two favorite topical cannabis balms, and both are made by Medicine Farm Botanicals.

The first is the Rec Stick, which is ideal for active individuals who are always on the go. It resembles a deodorant stick, making the rec stick a mess-free and easy-to-apply product for post-workout relief. Infused with hemp extract and menthol, the Rec Stick provides instant cooling to soothe overworked muscles and joints. It also contains arnica, calendula, comfrey, and turmeric to support blood circulation, which aids in muscle recovery and resilience. Meanwhile, peppermint, tea tree, cinnamon, and clove help alleviate inflammation.

For anyone who needs a bit more relief than is required for daily activities, we recommend the Extra Strength Dragon Blend Salve, which is ideal for after a particularly strenuous activity that causes your muscles to ache when you stand up after sitting. In other words, this cannabis salve offers intense relief for deep discomfort by combining warming botanicals, including menthol, cayenne, cinnamon, turmeric, and 20 other whole-plant ingredients that penetrate deep into your muscle tension, stubborn aches, and chronic pain.