Certified and Ready To Help

The staff at our Sault Ste. Marie location went the extra mile to become Leaf Medic certified budtenders before our grand opening this month.

“We believe that it’s important to have a staff that is not only helpful but knowledgeable too,” says Trevor Medema, VP of Sales and Marketing. “Because of this extra training, our staff is able to help all of our customers, both medical and soon recreational, get exactly what they need and potentially help guide new customers to products that they will enjoy.”

Certification is not currently required for budtenders in Michigan. Still, as a company, we believe it’s essential to go above and beyond to ensure a great experience for everyone who walks through our doors. We are working to be at the forefront of the Michigan marijuana market and we believe that part of that success will come with uplifting our employees. Ultimately, we want the Freshwater difference to be not only in the quality of our products but in the quality of the care our staff can provide.

About Fresh Water Cannabis Company: We are building the premier, vertically integrated cannabis company that will be locating stores throughout Michigan with the intention of delivering high-quality products with strong brand recognition. We are Fresh Water Cannabis CO! Freshwater Cannabis Co provides customers with retail and medical marijuana products in Sault Ste Marie and Baldwin, Michigan. Our marijuana products are of the highest quality, selected from the best vendors and suppliers in Michigan.

CBD Picks For Spring

Spring is finally here! The birds are chirping, the sun is shining, the flowers are blooming, and you know what that means… seasonal allergies. If you are like us, then you know the struggles that come with this season:  Tossing and turning all night because you can’t breathe out of your nose, rubbing your nose raw, watery eyes ruining your makeup, and having to jump through a million hoops to get the over-the-counter medications. But let’s be honest, the over-the-counter pills only do so much, and before long you’re back to square one again. Allergies can be so frustrating, and the pills keep piling up; If your nose isn’t running then your body is aching and it just feels like an endless loop of misery.

If you want to really kick your allergies to the curb you need to address the root of the issue: an imbalanced system. CBD has antimicrobial properties and is known for aiding issues like inflammation and there are even studies showing that CBD may even prevent our cells from releasing histamines. So what does that mean for us? That means that our Fresh Water CBD Market CBD can help you say goodbye to the watery eyes, plugged sinuses, and sore muscles that prevent you from enjoying your spring to its fullest.

Our Spring Picks:

Lifeline Wellness Blend, Lifeline Pain Plend, CBD Body Butter

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  Lifeline Blend CBD Tincture – Wellness Blend
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• Lifeline Blend CBD Tincture – Pain Blend
  $69.99 — or subscribe and save up to 30%

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Our lifeline tincture: Wellness is designed specifically to address imbalanced systems and help get them on the right track again. The primary active ingredient: CBD is enhanced by secondary compounds (minor cannabinoids, terpenes, and the hemp seed carrier oil). Research shows that higher levels of minor cannabinoids found in Cannabis Such as CBG, CBN, and CBC enhance the ability for our Wellness Lifeline Hemp oil to not just increase the possible overall health benefits but also the ability to possibly help target immunosuppression, cerebral blood flow, kill respiratory pathogens, and provide anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. All of this and more is what makes it the perfect Spring CBD.

About Care By Design

Care By Design is a woman-owned business with an active presence in local non-profits through volunteer work and fundraising. Our Health and Wellness Market’s vision is to always come from a place of care while giving you the joy of knowing that you are making a tangible difference to others. CBD Health and Wellness is passionate about inspiring people to help make tomorrow better by encouraging people to include giving in everything they do. Our hope is to see a future full of community-driven mindsets within our world’s businesses and individuals.

All products sold on this site are guaranteed for potency, purity, and safety.  We utilize 3rd party independent lab testing with COA. The finished product is manufactured using GMP, or ISO-certified processes that adhere to CGMP and FDA regulations. Our products meet the absolute highest level of customer satisfaction and quality using industrially grown hemp. Our products meet the absolute highest level of customer satisfaction and quality using industrially grown hemp.

Freight Industry Update

As the year comes to an end, it’s important to take a step back and gain perspective on the entirety of the freight industry. Post-COVID operation regarding supply chains has not been an entertaining endeavor, and 2022 has certainly been no exception. Leading into 2020, the market was trending in the favor of carriers. A carriers’ market as it is referred to, is when the demand for capacity and trucks is higher than the supply of trucks available to fulfill shipments. What this creates is the allowing carriers discretion in naming their price, seeing that their services are a commodity in the realm of the freight industry. This idea is precisely what was taking place leading into 2020, and was amplified by the pandemic. What has transpired since is the market shifting back in the shippers’ favor. Nothing in the freight industry changes overnight, as the process of returning power to the shippers happened over the course of nearly 3 years of the industry seeking a resolution. However, the factors that lead most into the changing power dynamic were not implemented to resolve the relationship between carriers and shippers, but circumstances that took effect to mitigate the drawbacks of a carrier market. 

One of these factors is the fading demand for consumer products. When shippers are experiencing deteriorating demand, there is an inherent decrease in the freight used to move a shipper’s product. When shippers experience consistent periods of lowering demand, there is no need to ship products that seemingly no one wants. When you apply this to thousands of shippers across the country, it becomes clear why the power is returning to the shipper. Carriers who were securing shipments as fast as they were posted for prices that heavily favored their business are now seeing the demand for their services dwindle. If there are no goods to be bought, there are no goods to be shipped. When their service is warranted by a shipper, the carrier no longer has the luxury of negotiating lucrative pay on shipments, as the demand is not nearly as high as it has been the previous 3 years. When this is replicated by many shippers and carriers, the negotiating price for freight begins to trend back in the shippers’ favor- which we have now observed. As operation in the last 3 years in the freight industry has been carrier-driven, the complete shift in dynamic will be a gradual but significant one. 

This all leads us to where the industry sits today. When you take the aforementioned state of the industry into account, we should see its grasp on freight going forward- and we are. Though the freight industry was not the catalyst, record inflation is changing the way that firms structure themselves and operate- even the biggest names in the industry. 

Megabroker C.H. Robinson laid off 650 workers (3.6% of the company’s total workforce) in an attempt to combat changes in market conditions. The lowering demand for shipments is vindicated in the falling price of freight, especially in the spot market- where those in the industry predict to bottom out relatively soon. 

We recognize where we are now and how we got here- so what’s next? As previously mentioned, the shipper-carrier dynamic will only trend further toward the shipper in the near future. Spot market rates are estimated to bottom out in the next 3-6 months, which will be incredibly challenging for carriers and extremely advantageous for shippers’ pockets. When taking all this into account it’s very easy to conclude the worst- freight is doomed. In reality, this is not the case. Yes, we are currently experiencing the consequences of the industry’s volatility; however, for better or for worse, this is always the case. In the past 2 years, carriers have seen the benefit that the market warranted. In the current state of the market, shippers rejoice at decreasing rates. The dynamic’s tug-of-war nature is unpredictable- hence its volatility. This has been the case since the inception of the freight industry. 

Finally, we can perceive the ghosts of freight past, present, and future. Awareness is half the battle- what do we do now with all this information? You shouldn’t simply lie down and let the market dictate where you go. Despite all of the undeterred circumstances that affect the freight industry, there are ways to mitigate its obstacles. While you can’t necessarily alter the conditions, you can alter the way you respond to industry challenges. Having a deep understanding and knowledge of your supply chain is the number one weapon when combatting market challenges. After all, knowing the face of the problem is the first step in overcoming it. 

Handle Critical Capacity: Get a freight shipment on short notice for your looming deadline (SEO)

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You have critical freight needs, and you need a truck. Fast! You’ve already called every carrier in town with no luck, so what do you do? It might be time to call the dog, Red Dog Logistics. With expertise for same-day loads, next-day loads, and even emergency last-minute recovery loads, our team of experts is here to get you the service you need and fast. With time-critical market intel, real-time rating, and guaranteed communication every step of the way we are confident that we can get you the straight trucks you need when you need them. The feedback from our current customers utilizing this service has been outstanding; we’d like to be able to offer this opportunity to you as well.

How can Red Dog Logistics help?

First, we need to identify the potential problems that your business is facing. It usually boils down to one or more of the following issues:

• There is a lack of enough capacity that you need to meet a deadline(s) or too little to handle an emergency such as a dropped load when it happens.

• Volatile shipping rates are making the cost of business too expensive.

• The amount of time wasted when having to scramble to recover dropped loads.

• Poor communication and service from shippers.

Now, let’s take a look at these problems one by one and show you how we will help you solve them:

Lack of Capacity

Red Dog Logistics has an industry insider network that helps us find available trucks to help you. So whether it be tomorrow morning at 11am or Monday afternoon at half-past three, our team will work with you until we have fulfilled all of your needs while utilizing every resource possible! If this doesn’t fix the capacity issue, we also offer emergency last-minute recovery loads.

Volatile shipping rates

The Red Dog Logistics team has a vast network of contacts that we have developed relationships with over the years. This means that based on our knowledge and expertise, we utilize the best of logistics technologies to bring real time rating for you. Allowing handling of your shipment from point A to point B as cheaply as possible while giving you peace of mind on what the cost will be.

Poor shipper communication

Our expert freight services team is there every step of the way through all forms of communication and takes advantage of satellite tracking so there is no confusion about where your cargo currently stands. You will have a dedicated agent that professional, personable, and treats you as if you are family and will be your single point of contact. Even if it’s at midnight on Monday night! Let us make sure you get what you need when you need it most – guaranteed!

Dropped load recovery

This is where Red Dog Logistics separates itself from the competition. We understand that when you are waiting on a load, time is money. That’s why we offer next day and same day trucking for your freight so there is no wasted time. And if for some unforeseen reason your cargo shipment doesn’t go as planned and you need immediate assistance, our emergency last minute recovery trucking services will be there to save the day!

Now that you know some of the problems and how we can help you with them, let’s get down to the actual freight shipment services you can take advantage of.

Overnight freight services

Expedited overnight freight shipments for next day cargo are a great way to get your goods to their final destination quickly and efficiently. By using an overnight freight company, you can avoid the hassle and stress of having to transport your shipment yourself. Overnight freight services offer a number of different shipping options, so you can choose the service that best suits your needs. These transportation options range from overnight trucking services all the way to overnight delivery via air freight on a scheduled flight.

When choosing an overnight freight service, it is important to consider the size and weight of your items. Other companies may only offer certain shipping choices for large or heavy items. It is also important to consider the cost of shipping. Some overnight freight services are more expensive than others.

Finally, be sure to check the delivery time for each overnight freight service. Some freight companies promise delivery within 24 hours, while others may take a bit longer and have time consuming stops. Choose the service that will get your items to their destination as quickly and cheaply as possible while still retaining quality.

If you’re looking for an overnight freight service that will meet your needs, be sure to check out Red Dog Logistics. Red Dog offers a variety of shipping options, including overnight freight services, so you can find the perfect solution for your needs. Plus, our prices are always competitive and we give your shipping service rate in real time, so you can save money on your shipping costs.

Same day freight service

If you need to get your items to their destination as quickly as possible, same day freight services are the way to go. Same day trucking can get your shipment from point A to point B in record time, and it is a great option for businesses that need to move inventory quickly. Same day freight services also offer a number of different shipping options, so you can choose the service that best suits your needs. These transportation options range from same day trucking services all the way to same day delivery via air freight when an aircraft can be located on short notice.

Last-minute freight shipments

Last-minute freight services are offered by Red Dog Logistics so you can get your items to their destination at the last possible moment. Last-minute trucking may be necessary if a shipment is damaged or lost and needs to be recovered, for instance. If it isn’t too late in the process, you should also consider using an emergency same day delivery service for smaller goods instead of a last minute cargo transportation option because these services will typically cost less money. It all depends on your unique situation and the goods to be delivered and we will gladly educate you on the best option.

When choosing a company that offers last-minute shipping options, it is important to consider your specific needs as well as the pricing structure associated with each service provider. Some companies only offer certain types of shipping choices for large or heavy shipments while others have very flexible policies about what they can transport via air freight on short notice. Finally, be sure to check the delivery time for each freight service. Choose the company that will get your items to their destination as quickly and cheaply as possible without sacrificing the overall quality of the service.

If you’re looking for a last-minute shipping solution that will meet and exceed your needs, be sure to check out Red Dog Logistics’ emergency last-minute freight services. We offer competitive pricing with access to real-time rates so you can save money on your transportation costs whenever possible.

Become the next Red Dog Logistics customer!

We aren’t like the run-of-the-mill trucking companies you have worked with before. From our overnight freight assistance to our last-minute freight solutions we just discussed. We will do absolutely everything in our power to deliver your equipment to its final location so it will arrive as early as possible. We are in your corner 24 hours a day, seven days a week so if you are having any critical capacity issues in your business, remember to go with the dog!