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“420 friendly” is a term used to indicate that someone or some place is accepting of marijuana use. If you see “420 friendly” on a rental listing, social media profile, or event description, it means that the people involved are okay with cannabis consumption in their space or during their event. This label helps users identify environments where they can feel comfortable using marijuana without judgment or legal concerns, depending on local laws. It’s commonly seen in contexts where knowing about the acceptance of marijuana upfront can help avoid any potential misunderstandings or conflicts.

The association of 420 with weed dates back to the early 1970s, originating from a group of high school students in San Rafael, California, known as the “Waldos.” The story goes that the Waldos planned to meet at 4:20 p.m. by a statue of Louis Pasteur on their school campus to embark on a quest. Their mission was to find an abandoned cannabis crop they had heard about, located in the nearby Point Reyes Forest. The term “420” was initially used as a code among them to denote the time for their daily search and eventually evolved into a code for smoking marijuana. Although they never found the crop, their code word stuck and spread beyond their group, especially after it was picked up by fans of the Grateful Dead—a band with close connections to San Rafael. Over time, “420” transformed from a simple meetup time into a significant cultural marker within cannabis culture. April 20th (4/20) is now celebrated worldwide as a day to enjoy and advocate for marijuana, reflecting its roots from those school days gatherings at 4:20 p.m.

The terms “420 friendly” and “710 friendly” are used to indicate acceptance of cannabis and cannabis-related activities. “420 friendly,” as previously discussed, denotes a tolerance or acceptance of marijuana use. The number 420 itself has become an internationally recognized code for marijuana and its culture. On the other hand, “710 friendly” is a newer term that relates specifically to the consumption of cannabis concentrates like oils. The number 710 spells “OIL” when viewed upside down and has been adopted by cannabis enthusiasts to denote products and activities related to potent marijuana derivatives such as dabs, waxes, and oils. When someone mentions that a place or person is “420/710 friendly,” they’re indicating that both traditional marijuana flowers and modern concentrates are accepted there. This can be particularly relevant in settings like dispensaries, social gatherings, or rentals where clarity about allowed activities is necessary.