The term “420” originated in 1971 among a group of five high school students in San Rafael, California who called themselves “The Waldos.

The term “420” originated in 1971 among a group of five high school students in San Rafael, California who called themselves “The Waldos.
Being high refers to the intoxicating effects experienced after consuming cannabis products containing THC. This psychoactive compound interacts with the brain’s endocannabinoid system to produce a wide range of physical, mental, and emotional effects.