A magic mushroom dispensary is popping up across North America, catering to a growing group of intrepid psychonauts who want to bravely explore the depths of their psyche using mind-altering drugs. These shops operate in a legal gray area, not unlike cannabis dispensaries that take advantage of state laws that have legalized marijuana despite it remaining illegal on a federal level.

One of the most prominent magic mushroom stores is called FunGuyz in Vancouver, Canada, which sells psilocybin-containing mushrooms and a variety of other psychedelics such as LSD, MDMA, and ketamine, among others. Customers can order a single serving of psilocybin or buy a kit that includes enough ingredients to make up to 16 doses. The company says it treats its products as medical substances and offers a variety of support services to help people navigate the experience.

Despite the federal classification of psilocybin as a Schedule III drug with high potential for abuse and no medical benefits, FunGuyz has found little pushback from law enforcement. The shop even has an e-commerce website, and its owners say they plan to open other locations in the future.

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A similar operation in Denver, Shroom House, operates out of a garage in a low-income neighborhood. It has a Google listing with many 5 star reviews and is advertised on social media as selling both fresh and dried fungi. Its owner, James Hermida, says he has hired a lawyer and is working with police to make sure the business stays out of trouble. He hopes that the store’s success will lead to legislative changes that loosen restrictions on other psychedelics, such as DMT and ibogaine.