Wonders of Nature

08/13/2026

A hopeful update on the fight for h**p - but we are far from out of the woods yet.

The U.S. Senate has voted to keep the temporary h**p extension in the government funding bill, defeating an effort to remove it. The Senate then passed the overall funding package with the extension intact.

If it ultimately becomes law, the federal h**p restrictions currently scheduled for November 12 would be pushed back to December 11.

That is good news, but it is important to understand what this actually means.

This is not a repeal of the h**p ban. It is not a permanent solution. It is simply more time.

And right now, more time is incredibly important.

Our hope is that this additional window gives Congress the opportunity to actually sit down, listen to businesses, farmers, consumers and regulators, and work toward a common-sense regulatory framework instead of eliminating nearly an entire legal industry.

We support responsible regulation. We support testing, age restrictions, safe packaging and sensible rules that protect consumers.

What we are fighting for is the ability for responsible small businesses like Wonders of Nature to continue operating — and for adults to continue having legal access to the h**p products they have come to know and enjoy over the past 8 years.

The House still needs to act, so nothing is final yet.

We're staying hopeful, but the fight is absolutely not over.

Please keep reaching out to your members of Congress and letting them know that you support continued federal access to responsibly regulated h**p products.

And as always, thank you. Your support through all of this means more to us than you probably realize. ❤️

08/08/2026

08/07/2026

We need your help again TODAY.

Senate leadership, many lawmakers and the White House support an extension of the federal h**p deadline to give lawmakers a little more time to work toward common-sense rules instead of wiping out an entire legal industry overnight.

And now Senator Ted Budd is leading an effort to remove that extension and put the sweeping federal h**p ban right back on track for November 12.

That is incredibly frustrating.

We have never argued against regulation. We support age limits, testing, responsible packaging and sensible rules. What we cannot support is exterminating thousands of small businesses, farms and jobs when Congress has another option sitting right in front of them.

Please take one minute today and tell your Senators to KEEP THE H**P EXTENSION.

You can use the H**p Supporter VoterVoice Action Center to quickly contact your Senators. Enter your address, and it will identify your representatives and provide a message you can send or personalize with your own story:

Take action here:
https://h**psupporter.com/bill/urgent-action-needed-tell-your-senators-to-protect-the-h**p-extension-in-the-cr/?fbclid=IwY2xjawTi8uVwZG9mBWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMXBsazhuc1pyOTJMZktlMnFzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeszMcWSmG5xYpqS13nqABg0ihB1VfXjgzCONsEqCIy4bM1dab7dFwaj2Fsnk_aem_VcyP9bhEHQql1jL-XA5Uqg
Or call the U.S. Capitol Switchboard:
☎️ (202) 224-3121

For Wonders of Nature, this is deeply personal. The h**p side of our business has helped support our café, our staff and everything we’ve built downtown over the past 7 years.

No matter what happens next, we will always be grateful for the love this community has shown us.

But right now, we still have a chance to fight for a common-sense solution.

Please make your voice heard.

08/03/2026

Our buddy Micah giving us one more good reason to bike E.C.
Follow him at Like to Bike for more fun videos. It would be much cooler if you did 😎

Ride your bike to Wonders and get yourself a free infusion at Wonders Of Nature Cafe. Guaranteed to make your trip back home even more enjoyable!

08/03/2026

This is disgusting!

Texas has moved forward with a T*C ban that uses a “total T*C” standard, meaning T*CA is counted too. That makes T*CA flower illegal under the new rules, even though it has existed in the legal h**p market under the federal framework.

And the penalties are disgusting.

For 400 grams (that's less than a pound) or more, a person can face up to life in prison and a fine of up to $50,000.

Life in prison. For cannabis.

This is not public health. This is not responsible regulation. This is the same failed prohibition mindset that has harmed families, destroyed lives, and punished people for decades.

If you’re wondering what a federal h**p ban could look like, Texas is giving us a preview.

Federal lawmakers need to adopt a modern, evidence-based approach that protects public health, personal freedom, consumer safety, and responsible regulation — not drag us backward into prohibition.

It’s time to decriminalize cannabis at the federal level and start undoing the damage caused by decades of disastrous policies.

08/01/2026

At Wonders of Nature we are forever grateful for the life and spirit of Jerry Garcia! Much❤️ NFA

08/01/2026

Starting tomorrow, Saturday, August 1st, paid parking will officially begin downtown.

We know a lot of people are frustrated by this change. We understand it, and honestly, we share many of those concerns. For more than a year, we’ve been speaking up about how paid parking could impact small downtown businesses, especially at a time when many of us are already navigating a very difficult economy.

But as frustrating as this change may be, we want to gently ask our community not to let it become another reason to give up on downtown.

Downtown Eau Claire still matters.

It’s our river walks and bridges. It’s the farmers market, the music, the cafés, the small shops, the family-run businesses, and the people who have poured their lives into creating something meaningful here. Downtown is part of what gives Eau Claire its character, and it needs community support now more than ever.

We’ve done our best to make this transition easier for our customers.

Paid parking does not begin until 1:00 PM, so many morning coffee runs, breakfast stops, lunch visits, and early shopping trips won’t be affected.

We also worked with the City to add a free 15-minute quick parking spot in front of our shop for those fast café stops or quick in-and-out visits.

A parking kiosk has also been installed in front of Wonders for anyone who would rather not use the Passport app. You’ll be able to use a credit card or quarters right outside before coming in.

And if you’re stopping by after 1:00 PM and the meter is the thing standing between you and a visit, please come in and talk to us. We’ll keep some quarters on hand. We would much rather help with a dollar of parking than have someone feel like they can’t stop in.

These are uncertain times for many small businesses, including ours. Over the next few months, we have a lot ahead of us, but we’re still here, still showing up, and still doing our best to serve this community with good coffee, good food, good products, and a space that feels welcoming.

We hope you’ll continue to hang with us.

Please keep supporting downtown. Keep visiting your favorite local spots. Keep showing up for the businesses that make Eau Claire feel like home.

We appreciate you more than you know.🙏

- The Wonder's Crew

07/29/2026

Please take a few moments to speak up and let your elected representatives know how you feel about preserving access to today's h**p market.

We need every voice right now. Whether you're a consumer, patient, farmer, business owner, or simply believe in sensible regulation, your message can make a difference.

Below is the letter I sent to Senator Tammy Baldwin, Senator Ron Johnson, and Congressman Derrick Van Orden. I hope it helps inspire you to send one of your own.

Dear Senator,

My name is Chris Buske, and I am a constituent from Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Eight years ago, I entered the h**p industry with a simple goal: to build a business centered on education, wellness, sustainability, and community. That vision became Wonders of Nature, a small family-owned business that has grown into much more than a retail store.

From working with farmers and manufacturers to educating customers in our community, I have had the privilege of seeing firsthand the positive impact this industry has had on countless lives. Every day, people come through our doors looking for alternatives that fit their personal wellness goals. While everyone's experience is different, many have shared with us how meaningful access to h**p products has been for them. Those conversations are why I continue to believe this industry deserves thoughtful regulation—not elimination.

Throughout my time in this industry, I have consistently advocated for common-sense safeguards. I support age restrictions, accurate labeling, product testing, responsible packaging, and reasonable oversight that protects consumers while allowing small businesses to continue serving their communities. Responsible operators should be encouraged, and bad actors should be held accountable.

Wonders of Nature has always placed education at the center of what we do. We spend countless hours helping customers understand cannabinoids, responsible use, product quality, and realistic expectations. I have spoken publicly, worked with legislators, participated in interviews, and taken every opportunity to explain why this industry matters—not only for Wisconsin's economy and agricultural future, but for the thousands of adults who have chosen h**p products as part of their personal wellness routines.

Without an extension of the Section 781 implementation date, our business will almost certainly be forced to close. Years of work, investment, and dedication will disappear. More importantly, our customers will lose access to products they have come to rely on and to the trusted relationships they have built with responsible local businesses like ours.

This is about far more than one business. Across Wisconsin and throughout the country, thousands of small businesses, farmers, manufacturers, and employees have invested their lives into building this emerging industry. Many communities have benefited from the jobs, tax revenue, and local investment it has created. Losing all of that without adequate time to establish a sensible regulatory framework would be devastating.

I respectfully ask that you support including a two-year extension of the Section 781 implementation date—from November 12, 2026, to November 12, 2028—in the upcoming government funding bill. This additional time would allow Congress to work toward a balanced, science-based regulatory approach that protects consumers while preserving the many benefits this industry has brought to communities across America.

Please don't allow eight years of progress to disappear when there is still an opportunity to get this right.

Thank you for your time, your service, and your consideration.

Sincerely,

Chris Buske
Wonders of Nature
Eau Claire, Wisconsin

07/29/2026

🚨 CONGRESS IS WRITING THE CONTINUING RESOLUTION (CR) THIS WEEK 🚨

The decisions about whether a h**p extension is included are being made right now.

This may be our best opportunity to secure a two-year extension of the current November 12 deadline.

Without an extension, most of the h**p products Americans legally purchase today could become unavailable beginning November 12.
This would be the end of our business and most others that have been building a community with legal access for 8+years.

The White House has called on Congress to extend the implementation deadline. Now Congress needs to hear from the people they represent.

⏱ Take 3 Minutes. Complete 2 Actions.
📧 1. Send Your Letter

Text SIGN PVMWIZ to 50409

A letter will automatically be prepared and sent to your U.S. Representative and both of your U.S. Senators.

📞 2. Call Both of Your Senators

Capitol Switchboard: 202-224-3121

Ask for each of your Senators and say:

"I am a constituent from [City, State]. Please ensure the upcoming government funding bill includes a two-year extension of the Section 781 implementation date, from November 12, 2026, to November 12, 2028. This matters to me because [one sentence]."

This Week Matters

Congress is drafting this legislation now. Once it's finalized, the opportunity to include this extension may be gone.

Whether you're a consumer, patient, veteran, farmer, retailer, manufacturer, or simply someone who believes adults should have access to legal h**p products, your voice matters.

Please take three minutes today to send a letter, make two quick phone calls, and encourage others to do the same.

Every message helps. Every call counts.

07/22/2026

For a little while, The Wildwoods wandered off the map of Wonders.

But after a long journey past the tall trees, around the lake and and through more paperwork than any summer adventure should require…🌲🌲🌲

They have found their way back.

Not every wild member of the crew has returned just yet, but a few familiar favorites have already emerged from the forest, with more on the trail—including some new summer varieties.

So, for everyone who has been asking:

Where the Wildwoods Are? They've returned!

With more creatures from the woods arriving soon.🙏