Kava Facts
What does 'bula' mean?
Bula, directly translated means 'life' - can be used to wish someone good health. It is also commonly used as a greeting such as "hello" or "welcome".
In kava community, 'bula' is typically used to say "cheers".
Who are all the kavatenders that currently work at Karma Casa
(not including on-call/cover workers)
Trulee, Luke, Aria, Ace, and Tobey
Lyme disease is transmitted by a _________ bite. It can cause infections that could spread to the heart, joints, and nervous system.
Tick
What is Colorado’s state tree?
Colorado Blue Spruce
What super-volcano range stretches to Wyoming, Utah, and Montana?
(It is a state park)
Yellowstone
What kind of plant does kava come from?
Example: Berry plant
Pepper Plant
Who is the youngest kavatender
Trulee
Legionnaire’s disease is caused by what type of microorganism? ___________________
Bacteria
What native plant is found in the Colorado mountains?
(Also has a school named after it!)
Columbine
What three things do volcanoes expel?
Gases, ash, and lava
What vessel is kava traditionally served in?
A coconut shell
What kava tender has worked here the longest who is currently employed?
Trulee
_____________ are the reservoir for the measles.
Humans
Known for its tall purple spikes, this plant is a magnet for hummingbirds and thrives in sunny, dry conditions.
(named after a small animal that eats carrots)
Rabbitbrush
What is molten rock that is under the earth's surface?
Magma
How is kava most often prepared in the U.S.?
The root powder is put in a straining bag, submerged in cold water and hand squeezed
What is the item that we hide in different parts of the bar during december?
Elf on the Shelf
________________ symptoms include cough, weight loss, night sweats, fever, and blood-tinged sputum.
Tuberculosis
This tall yellow flower shares its name with a common breakfast grain.
Sunflower
What is a volcano called that hasn't erupted in 100,000 years?
Inactive
Which brain receptors do the kavalactones primarily act on?
GABA receptors
Who are the two once-a-week kava tenders here?
Luke and Tobey!
To determine the most effective antibiotic to treat a pathogen is to culture the ___________.
Cells
This evergreen tree has needles and produces pinecones, and is common in Colorado’s mountains.
(smells like butterscotch)
Ponderosa Pine
What is the name of the only active volcano in Colorado??
Dotsero Volcano