Rick Simpson Oil (RSO) in Daviess County, Indiana: The Complete Guide by OilWell Cannabis

If you’re reading this from Washington, Odon, or anywhere across Daviess County’s rolling farmland, you’re probably wondering about Rick Simpson Oil—and whether it’s something that could actually help you or someone you love. Maybe you’ve heard the name in passing at the feed store in Montgomery, or maybe a friend at West Boggs Park mentioned it while talking about their dad’s cancer treatment. Maybe you’re a veteran in Plainville who’s tired of pills that don’t touch the PTSD, or a farmer outside Elnora whose back hasn’t been the same since last harvest.

We get it. We’ve been there. And we’re here to give you the straight story—no snake oil, no hype, just everything we know about RSO, what it is, what it isn’t, and how our formulas might fit into your life here in Daviess County.

Who Was Rick Simpson, and What Did He Actually Create?

Rick Simpson wasn’t a doctor. He wasn’t a scientist. He was a power engineer from Nova Scotia—a blue-collar tradesman who got hurt on the job in 1997, suffered a serious head injury, and found himself let down by the same medical system we all rely on here in southwestern Indiana. When his doctor refused to consider cannabis as an option, Simpson took matters into his own hands. In 2003, he claimed that applying concentrated cannabis oil to three skin lesions on his arm made them disappear in four days. That story—personal testimony, not medical proof—became the origin of Rick Simpson Oil.

Simpson started giving his oil away for free to cancer patients, chronic pain sufferers, and anyone who needed it. He believed it could help with everything from diabetes to depression. His documentary, Run From The Cure, spread that message worldwide. But here’s what often gets lost in the retelling: Simpson operated in a completely different era. He used naphtha or isopropyl alcohol—yes, lighter fluid—to extract his oil. He had no lab testing, no standardization, no way to know if one batch had the same potency as the next. Every syringe was different.

Important context: Simpson’s story is historically significant, but it’s not clinical evidence. When people in Daviess County ask us, “Does RSO cure cancer?” we have to be honest: no human clinical trial has ever proven that. The National Cancer Institute acknowledges that cannabinoids have been studied in labs and animals, but they do not endorse cannabis oil as a cancer treatment. The FDA hasn’t approved any cannabis plant product for cancer. That’s not us being negative—that’s us respecting the science and respecting you enough to tell you the truth.

The Traditional RSO Protocol: What Simpson Recommended

Simpson’s 60-gram, 90-day protocol is legendary in cannabis circles. He told people to start with a dose half the size of a grain of rice—about 10-15mg—three times daily. Every four days, you’d double the dose. By week five, you’d be taking roughly 1 gram of oil per day, split into three doses. That means 600-900mg of THC daily, assuming his oil was 60-90% THC.

He said the high would fade as tolerance built. He told people to dose at night to sleep through the psychoactive effects. He believed maintenance dosing afterward—1-2 grams per month—could prevent cancer from returning.

But here’s what that protocol didn’t account for:

• No two batches were the same. If you were a farmer in Daviess County making this yourself from hemp you grew, you’d have no way to know your exact dose.
• The solvent risk. Naphtha can contain benzene and other carcinogens. Even isopropyl alcohol isn’t meant for consumption. Without lab testing, you can’t know if any solvent residue remains.
• Very real risks at those doses. Six hundred milligrams of THC daily is far beyond anything studied in controlled settings. Anxiety, panic, tachycardia, cannabis use disorder—these are documented risks, especially for someone in Daviess County who might be older, on multiple medications, or dealing with complex health issues.
• Oncology is complicated. At Daviess Community Hospital or any oncology center in Evansville, cancer patients receive carefully timed, evidence-based treatments. Using an unstandardized oil as a primary therapy—especially instead of proven treatments—carries genuine harm potential.

We share this not to scare you, but because we believe you deserve the full picture before you make any decision about your health or your family’s health.

What Traditional RSO Actually Was

Let’s be blunt about what Simpson’s oil looked like:

• Appearance: Nearly black, thick, tar-like. It smelled like cannabis and sometimes like solvent residue.
• Cannabinoids: THC-dominant, 60-90% estimated, but nobody really knew. No lab tests. No COA (Certificate of Analysis).
• Terpenes: Essentially none. The heat and solvent destroyed them.
• Standardization: Zero. Every batch was different.
• Residual solvents: Real risk. Without testing, you couldn’t know if you were consuming leftover naphtha or isopropyl alcohol.

Simpson got some things right—he brought attention to cannabinoids when nobody was listening, and he helped spark the legal cannabis movement. But he also overstated what the evidence could support. That’s the tension at the heart of RSO’s legacy.

How OilWell’s RSO Formulas Are Different (And Why That Matters in Daviess County)

We started OilWell in Houston, Texas, but our story begins with a dog named Bentley. Bentley was paralyzed, facing euthanasia. Colin, our founder, had grown up in the border towns of McAllen and Reynosa—places where hardship and violence were daily realities. He’d learned cannabis inside and out, but he’d never explored its medical side until Jessica, a rescue worker, asked him: “You’ve moved how many tons of weed and you’ve never heard of CBD?”

That question changed everything. Colin made Bentley a CBD golden paste. Bentley got up and walked. He lived another ten years. During that decade, Colin developed formulas for every age-related condition Bentley faced—neurodegeneration, dementia, glaucoma, arthritis. He learned that single cannabinoids weren’t enough. Precision mattered. Bentley’s life depended on it.

When Colin later struggled with PTSD and Xanax addiction, he used that same multi-cannabinoid knowledge to quit cold turkey. He created Peace Gummies during midnight experiments while fighting benzo withdrawal. He still uses the vape form for his severe PTSD and insomnia.

That’s the foundation of OilWell: real suffering, real solutions, real people. And that foundation is exactly why our approach is different from traditional RSO.

Four Core Principles That Guide Everything We Do

1. Accessibility over gatekeeping.
You don’t need a medical card to buy our RSO in Daviess County. If you’re 21 or older, you can order it. We deliver nationwide, and we ship internationally. We know that getting to a specialist in Indianapolis might take you two hours from Washington, and that some doctors in Daviess County still won’t discuss cannabis. We’re not here to gatekeep. We’re here to make sure you have access.

2. Patient-controlled potency.
Our sublingual oil contains 1,500mg of THCa in its raw, non-psychoactive form. You decide if you want to keep it that way for daytime use—so you can work your farm, drive into town, or watch your grandkids without impairment. Or you can decarboxylate it at home (260°F for 45-60 minutes) to convert that THCa into approximately 1,315mg of delta-9 THC. Combined with the 90mg already in the bottle, you’re looking at about 1,405mg of total THC—potency comparable to traditional RSO, but you control it. You don’t need a lab. You don’t need permission. You just need an oven-safe glass dish and the willingness to learn.

3. Open-source formulas.
We publish our complete formulas publicly. Every milligram, every percentage—right here in this document. If you’re in Daviess County and $129.99 for our sublingual oil or $49.99 for our vape cartridge stretches your budget, you can source the individual cannabinoids and make it yourself. That’s our direct echo of Simpson’s free-distribution ethos. He gave oil away; we give away the recipe.

4. Evidence-informed, not evidence-overstating.
We’re not going to tell you RSO cures cancer. We’re not going to tell you CBN is a proven sleep miracle. We’re going to tell you what the science actually says—strong evidence for CBD in seizures, promising but early data for CBG, real psychoactivity in delta-8 and delta-9, plausible but unproven terpene effects. You deserve that honesty. The 29 peer-reviewed citations in our General Knowledge section aren’t for show—they’re because we believe you should be able to verify every claim.

The OilWell Product Line: What You Can Actually Buy in Daviess County

We offer two formats because different situations call for different tools.

RSO Sublingual Oil — $129.99

• 30mL bottle (about a month’s supply for most people)
• 16,590mg total cannabinoids at 553mg per mL
• Seven cannabinoids: CBD (4,500mg), CBG (3,000mg), delta-8 THC (6,000mg), THCa (1,500mg), delta-9 THC (90mg), CBN (750mg), CBC (750mg)
• 5% live terpenes: limonene, myrcene, caryophyllene, pinene, linalool, humulene, terpinolene
• Organic MCT oil base (no solvents, no weird residual smells)
• Graduated dropper for precise 0.1mL dosing
• Onset: 15-45 minutes sublingually
• Duration: 4-6 hours
• 40-60 doses per bottle

Perfect for sustained relief through a long day on the tractor or managing chronic pain without constant re-dosing.

RSO Vape Cartridge — $49.99

• 1-gram cartridge
• 900mg+ total cannabinoids
• Same six-cannabinoid ratio (auto-decarbs THCa at vaping temp)
• 5%+ live terpenes
• 510-thread battery (works with standard vape pens)
• Onset: 1-2 minutes (fastest relief available)
• Duration: 2-4 hours

Ideal for breakthrough pain, panic attacks, or those moments when you need relief right now—not in 30 minutes.

When to Use What: A Practical Guide for Daviess County Living

The Terpenes: Why They Matter (And What They Smell Like)

Our terpene profile isn’t just for flavor—though it does make the oil taste a lot better than Simpson’s tar-like original. Each terpene brings something to the table:

• Limonene: Citrus-bright, uplifting. Think of peeling an orange from the farmers market in Washington.
• Myrcene: Earthy, musky. The smell of fresh-cut hay on a Daviess County morning.
• Caryophyllene: Peppery, spicy. Like black pepper from your kitchen—it’s the only terpene that directly activates CB2 receptors, which matter for inflammation.
• Pinene: Forest-fresh. Reminds you of the pine trees around West Boggs Park.
• Linalool: Floral, lavender. Calming, like a quiet evening on the porch.
• Humulene: Woody, earthy. The smell of the woods after rain.
• Terpinolene: Piney with a fruity sparkle. Complex, like the intersection of farmland and forest that defines Daviess County.

How We Stack Up: The Honest Comparison

OilWell vs. What You Might Find in Evansville or Online

The Legal Reality in Daviess County, Indiana

Let’s be crystal clear about where things stand in our home state. Indiana has some of the strictest cannabis laws in the country. There’s no comprehensive medical cannabis program like Illinois or Michigan. The only legal pathway is through the 2018 Farm Bill: hemp-derived products containing less than 0.3% delta-9 THC by dry weight.

Our sublingual oil contains just 90mg of delta-9 THC in the entire 30mL bottle—well under that threshold. All our cannabinoids are hemp-derived. That makes our product legal under federal law and in Indiana.

But here’s what you need to know:

• Drug testing: If you decarboxylate our THCa into THC, you will test positive on a drug test. If you use it raw, you likely won’t. Be honest with your employer.
• Driving: Don’t operate machinery after decarbing. Use raw form if you need to stay functional.
• Age: You must be 21 or older to purchase.
• Local law enforcement: Daviess County Sheriff’s Department and Washington Police follow state law. Our products are legal, but we always recommend carrying the COA (Certificate of Analysis) that we provide with every order.

Important legal notice: While our products are Farm Bill compliant, you are responsible for knowing and following Daviess County and Indiana law. We cannot control what you do with the product after purchase, and we cannot guarantee how local authorities might interpret any given situation. We provide full documentation, but you accept the risk.

How to Get OilWell RSO in Daviess County

We know that driving two hours to Indianapolis for cannabis products isn’t realistic when you’ve got fields to tend or grandkids to watch. That’s why we ship directly to Daviess County.

Shipping to Daviess County:

• USPS Priority Mail: 2-3 business days to Washington, Odon, or anywhere in the county
• Discreet packaging: No cannabis branding, no indication of contents
• Tracking: Provided with every order
• Temperature-stable: We ship with insulation during Indiana’s hot summers
• COA included: Full lab testing documentation for your records

Delivery times to common Daviess County locations:

• Washington: 2-3 days via USPS
• Odon: 2-3 days
• Montgomery: 2-3 days
• Plainville: 3 days
• Rural routes: 3 days

International note: We ship worldwide, including to Canada. If you have family across the border who need access, we can help them too.

Condition-Specific Context for Daviess County Residents

We know the health challenges our community faces. Here’s how our formulas align with what we know:

Chronic Pain (the kind that comes from decades of farm work)
Our multi-cannabinoid approach hits inflammation through multiple pathways: CBD and CBG for broad anti-inflammatory action, THCa for COX-2 inhibition (like ibuprofen, but from cannabis), and caryophyllene for CB2 activation. Start with 0.3mL raw sublingual in the morning—no high, just support. Increase as needed.

Cancer Supportive Care
If you or a loved one is undergoing chemo at Daviess Community Hospital or traveling to Evansville for treatment, our formula may help with nausea and appetite. Delta-8 THC has documented antiemetic properties [9]. Take 0.5mL sublingual an hour before treatment. For breakthrough nausea, the vape works in 1-2 minutes. But please: coordinate with your oncologist. RSO is supportive, not curative. Never delay proven treatment.

PTSD and Anxiety (especially for our veterans)
Daviess County has a strong veteran community, and we know many of you are still fighting battles at home. Colin’s personal story is your story—Xanax, PTSD, sleepless nights. Our formula’s CBD and CBG content addresses anxiety pathways. The vape provides fast relief during panic. The Peace Gummies (also available) were born from Colin’s benzo withdrawal experience. Start low, go slow. And please, reach out to the Washington VA Clinic or the Indiana Veteran Recovery Network for comprehensive support.

Sleep Disorders
The 750mg of CBN in our sublingual oil is significant. Research suggests 20-50mg may help with sleep initiation [16][17]. At 1mL, you’re getting 25mg CBN plus the entourage effect of other cannabinoids. Take 1-2mL 30 minutes before bed. If you need faster onset, the vape delivers CBN in 1-2 minutes.

Arthritis and Inflammation
The combination of THCa (COX-2 inhibitor) [12] and beta-caryophyllene (CB2 agonist) [24] makes our formula particularly relevant for inflammatory conditions. Many of our customers report that raw, non-psychoactive dosing during the day lets them stay functional while managing pain.

General titration principle for Daviess County: Start with 0.25-0.5mL sublingual. Wait 2-3 hours. Assess effects. Increase gradually. Everyone’s different—body weight, metabolism, tolerance, medications all play a role. The graduated dropper helps you be precise.

The Bentley Recipe: Our Original Open-Source Formula

Before we ever sold RSO, we gave away the formula that saved Bentley. Here it is again, for any Daviess County pet owner facing a similar crisis:

CBD Golden Paste for Pets:

• 1/2 cup organic turmeric powder
• 1 cup water
• 1/3 cup unrefined organic coconut oil
• 1-2 tsp freshly ground black pepper (critical for absorption)
• CBD oil (dose based on pet size; consult your Daviess County vet)

Instructions: Mix turmeric and water in a saucepan over low heat until a thick paste forms (7-10 minutes). Add coconut oil and pepper. Cool, store in fridge for up to two weeks. Mix a small amount with food daily.

We share this because it’s the right thing to do. If our products are out of reach financially, you still deserve access to the knowledge.

Why We Publish Everything (And What That Means for You)

Every number in our formulas is public. Every citation in our research is real. We don’t hide behind proprietary blends or vague “full-spectrum” labels. Why? Because that’s what Simpson would have wanted, and because it’s what you deserve.

In Daviess County, where trust is earned neighbor-to-neighbor and word travels fast at the grain elevator or the VFW hall, we believe transparency is the only way to operate. You can verify our lab tests. You can replicate our formulas. You can ask us hard questions—and we will answer them.

As Colin said to ABC13 back in 2019: “I’m not trying to sell people snake oil. I’m not trying to sell people hope. But there’s enough research out there that people just need to know and try and have the best possible version to base their opinions off of to give it a fair shot as to whether it’s right or wrong for them.”

That philosophy hasn’t changed. It’s why we’ve been featured on ABC13 seven times over four years. It’s why we proactively pulled Delta-8 products when Texas reclassified them—losing significant revenue to do the right thing. It’s why we gave away $35,000 in product to encourage COVID vaccination in Houston’s hardest-hit neighborhoods. And it’s why we’ll keep publishing everything, including the things that might make us uncomfortable.

Resources in Daviess County

We know that cannabinoids aren’t the whole answer. Here are local resources that can help:

Healthcare:

• Daviess Community Hospital (Washington): (812) 254-2760
• Washington VA Clinic (for veterans): (812) 254-2260
• Southern Indiana Community Health Care (multiple locations)

Veteran Support:

• Indiana Veteran Recovery Network: https://www.in.gov/fssa/dmha/veterans/
• Daviess County Veterans Services: (812) 254-8660

Mental Health & Addiction:

• Daviess County Substance Abuse Council: (812) 254-3969
• Memorial Counseling Center (Washington): (812) 254-8634

Cancer Support:

• Daviess Community Hospital Oncology: (812) 254-2760
• Indiana University Health Simon Cancer Center (Indianapolis, for referrals): (317) 944-0920

Our Promise to Daviess County

We can’t promise miracles. We can promise this:

• Transparency: Every formula, every test result, every ingredient is public.
• Quality: Third-party tested for potency, pesticides, heavy metals, and solvents.
• Access: We ship directly to your door in Daviess County, no medical card needed.
• Education: We’ll tell you what we know, what we don’t know, and what the evidence suggests.
• Integrity: We won’t sell you something we wouldn’t give to our own families. Colin still uses these products daily for his PTSD. Bentley lived to 20 because of them.

If you’re in Daviess County and you’re considering RSO, you’re not alone. Maybe you’re a farmer whose body is breaking down after years of hard work. Maybe you’re a veteran who served this country and came home with invisible wounds. Maybe you’re a caregiver watching someone you love suffer and feeling powerless.

We see you. We’ve been there. And we’re here to help you figure out if this is right for you—with honesty, with science, and with the same Midwestern straightforwardness that defines life in Daviess County.

Ready to learn more?

• Explore our complete RSO guide: oilwellcbd.com/thca-rick-simpson-oil-rso-by-oilwell-cannabis-of-houston-texas/
• Call us: (832) 416-2816
• Email: [email protected]

We’re not a faceless corporation. We’re real people who’ve lived real pain, and we built this company because we believe everyone—including everyone in Daviess County—deserves access to honest, quality cannabis medicine.

This content is for educational purposes only. These products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult your healthcare provider before use, especially if you have a medical condition, take medications, are pregnant or nursing, or have health concerns. Do not operate vehicles or machinery while under the influence of psychoactive cannabinoids. Buyer assumes all legal responsibility for purchase, possession, and use in compliance with Daviess County and Indiana law.