In the margins of history, before cannabis legalization was a national conversation, a small, fierce sisterhood was already planting seeds of change. This archive captures the early days of cannabis activism from the frontlines — guerrilla journalism, protest marches, the Cannabis Cup, Pot TV, and beyond. Through the eyes of women who dared to document the movement when it was dangerous, marginalized, and real.

Here lies a living record of a legacy born from passion, resistance, and hope.
Sections:

Modern Connections:

Ongoing ties to Ellen Komp (California NORML), Ed Rosenthal, and the surviving legends.



Guerrilla Journalism and THC TV:

Underground filming at Hempfest, the Cannabis Cup, and political events.



Pot TV and Seattle Underground:

Jimi Hendrix’s grave, Ralph Nader/Eddie Vedder rallies, early cannabis activism footage.



Cannabis Cup Amsterdam and Beyond:

Involvement in the historic Cannabis Cup events alongside Ed Rosenthal, Jane Kline Represents, Patti Smith, Debbie Goldsberry, and others.



Publications:

High Times Magazine features, Cannabis Culture articles, Freedom Fighter of the Month awards.



Women’s Panel and Mamas (Mothers Against Misuse and Abuse):

Early feminists fighting the drug war from within — an overlooked cornerstone.



Archival Materials:

Video reels, photographs by Doug McVeigh, Jeremy Bigwood, and Chad Ray.