Rick Simpson Oil in Levy County, Florida: The Complete Guide by OilWell Cannabis

If you’re reading this from Cedar Key, Williston, Chiefland, or anywhere across Levy County’s stunning stretch of Old Florida countryside, you’ve probably heard whispers about Rick Simpson Oil. Maybe a neighbor mentioned it at the Suwannee River Water Management District meeting. Perhaps a fellow veteran at the VA clinic in Gainesville brought it up. Or maybe you’re one of the thousands of Levy County residents dealing with chronic pain, cancer treatment side effects, PTSD, or sleepless nights, and you’re searching for alternatives that actually make sense for our way of life.

We’ve been there. Not in Levy County specifically—we’re based in Houston, Texas—but we’ve lived the desperation that comes when conventional medicine falls short. And we built something that respects both the legacy of Rick Simpson’s vision and the modern science that Simpson never had access to. This is the most comprehensive RSO education you’ll find anywhere, optimized for Levy County’s unique needs, legal landscape, and community values.

Who Was Rick Simpson, and Why Does His Story Matter Here in Levy County?

Rick Simpson wasn’t a doctor. He wasn’t a scientist. He was a blue-collar power engineer from Nova Scotia—a regular guy, not unlike the hardworking folks who keep Levy County’s farms, timber operations, and small businesses running. In 1997, Simpson fell from scaffolding at a hospital, suffered a severe head injury, and found himself trapped in the same cycle that too many Levy County residents know: prescriptions that didn’t help, doctors who dismissed cannabis, and a system that seemed more interested in paperwork than people.

His pivotal moment came in 2003 when he claimed cannabis oil removed basal cell carcinoma lesions on his arm in four days. That’s the origin story of RSO. Important context: No biopsy confirmed this, no doctor independently verified it, and it was never published in any medical journal. But that personal experience—true or not—sparked a global movement. Simpson spent years giving his oil away for free to cancer patients, chronic pain sufferers, and anyone who asked. He claimed to help people with diabetes, glaucoma, arthritis, depression, insomnia, and more. He wasn’t selling a product; he was distributing hope.

The problem? Traditional RSO was crude. He used naphtha or isopropyl alcohol—toxic, non-food-grade solvents boiled off in a rice cooker. Every batch was different. No lab testing. No cannabinoid standardization. No terpenes. Just thick, tar-like oil that might contain anywhere from 60-90% THC, but you never really knew. The 60-gram/90-day protocol he recommended delivered 600-900mg of delta-9 THC daily—doses that have never been studied in controlled trials and carry real risks of severe intoxication, anxiety, and cannabis use disorder.

For Levy County readers, this history matters because you’ve likely encountered RSO through word-of-mouth at the Cedar Key Fish Fry, the Levy County Fair, or church fundraisers. You deserve to know what RSO actually was, what it claimed to be, and how modern formulations have evolved far beyond Simpson’s original vision.

From Bentley’s Paralysis to Your Medicine Cabinet: How OilWell Was Born

Our story doesn’t start in a boardroom. It starts with a paralyzed dog named Bentley.

In 2013, Bentley—our founder Colin Valencia’s companion—was facing euthanasia. His back legs were paralyzed. Vets said pain meds would destroy his organs. The only humane option was to put him down. But Colin, who grew up in the dangerous Borderplex region of McAllen, Texas, and survived violence that would break most people, wasn’t ready to give up. A rescue worker named Jessica asked him a question that changed everything: “You’ve moved how many tons of weed and you’ve never heard of CBD?”

That blind spot became a mission. Colin created a CBD golden paste—turmeric, coconut oil, black pepper, and CBD oil. Bentley got up. He walked. He brought Colin his ball to play. Dogs don’t respond to placebo. This was real.

Bentley lived ten more years, dying naturally at age twenty. During those years, Colin developed formulas for every condition Bentley faced: neurodegeneration (CBG for neuroprotection, THCa for PPARγ agonism), dementia (CBC for neurogenesis), glaucoma (THC for intraocular pressure), and crippling arthritis (multi-pathway anti-inflammation using CBD, CBG, THCa, and beta-caryophyllene). Single cannabinoids weren’t enough. Bentley’s life depended on precision—exact ratios, lab-tested consistency, and formulations that evolved as his conditions did.

What this means for Levy County: If you’re caring for an aging parent in Chiefland, a veteran spouse in Williston, or dealing with your own chronic pain from years of physical labor in Levy County’s agricultural heartland, you understand that medicine isn’t one-size-fits-all. The multi-cannabinoid approach that saved Bentley is exactly what we built into our RSO formulas.

Colin’s own struggle with PTSD and benzodiazepine addiction gave him another perspective. He quit Xanax cold turkey using the same cannabinoid knowledge that kept Bentley alive. The Peace Gummies formula—born from midnight experiments during benzo withdrawal—became one of our most requested products for PTSD and sleep. Colin personally uses the vape form for his severe PTSD and insomnia. This isn’t theoretical. It’s lived experience.

The Science Behind Every Milligram in Our Levy County-Ready Formulas

When ABC13 Houston featured us seven times over four years, they weren’t doing puff pieces. They were documenting a company that treats cannabis with the seriousness of a medical institution. Our Baylor College of Medicine background means we approach formulation with clinical precision—something that matters when you’re delivering 16,590mg of total cannabinoids across seven compounds in a single 30mL bottle.

Here’s what Levy County residents need to know about each component:

CBD (4,500mg in our sublingual formula)

The most evidence-developed cannabinoid in our formula. Human clinical trials show clear benefits for rare epilepsies, and systematic reviews indicate anxiolytic effects in specific contexts. A 2024 meta-analysis covering 316 participants found statistically significant anxiety reduction, though researchers stress the sample remains limited. For chronic pain, the literature is promising but heterogeneous—exactly what you’d expect for a condition as complex as the back pain that comes from years on a Levy County watermelon farm or timber crew. CBD also carries real safety considerations: possible liver enzyme elevation, gastrointestinal effects, and drug interactions that matter if you’re on multiple medications from the VA or local clinic.

CBG (3,000mg)

The “mother cannabinoid” that serves as a precursor to others. Our review of the pharmacology shows CBG interacts with cannabinoid receptors, alpha-2 adrenoceptors, and 5-HT1A pathways—making it mechanistically fascinating but still clinically immature. Preclinical research suggests potential for neurologic disorders and inflammatory bowel disease, which could be relevant for Levy County’s aging population dealing with Crohn’s or ulcerative colitis. But we won’t overstate it: CBG is commercially interesting precisely because it’s underexplored.

Delta-8 THC (6,000mg)

This isn’t a mild ingredient. Delta-8 is psychoactive, binding to CB1 receptors like delta-9 but with lower potency. A 2022 pharmacology review confirmed it produces cannabimimetic effects in animals and humans. The 2025 systematic review on high-concentration THC products specifically warned about psychosis, schizophrenia, and cannabis use disorder risks—applicable to any potent THC product. For Levy County veterans using our vape for PTSD breakthrough moments, this means real relief but also real responsibility about dosing and setting.

THCa (1,500mg)

This is where our formula fundamentally diverges from traditional RSO. THCa is the acidic, non-psychoactive precursor preserved intentionally. Research shows anti-inflammatory activity via COX-2 inhibition and neuroprotective potential via PPARγ agonism—without intoxication. For Levy County residents who need daytime relief while operating equipment, driving U.S. Highway 19/98, or working the counter at H&J Chevron in Chiefland, this is game-changing. But you control the conversion: heat it at 260°F for 45-60 minutes, and you get approximately 1,315mg of delta-9 THC, transforming the product into full-potency psychoactive medicine.

Delta-9 THC (90mg total)

We include only 90mg delta-9 THC in the entire bottle—well under the 0.3% Farm Bill limit. Compare that to Simpson’s protocol of 600-900mg per day, which has never been studied at those doses and carries documented risks of severe anxiety, panic, tachycardia, and addiction. Our approach delivers enough THC for entourage effects and therapeutic benefit without reckless dosing.

CBN (750mg)

Marketed everywhere as a sleep aid, but the science is weak. A 2021 narrative review screened 99 human-study abstracts and found zero clinical trials using validated sleep questionnaires or polysomnography that could substantiate strong sleep claims. Our 750mg provides 25mg per mL—a dose above the threshold associated with reduced sleep disturbance in the limited literature, but we won’t claim it’s proven. It’s there because the preclinical signal is plausible and because our customers report benefit, but we trust Levy County readers to understand the evidence gap.

CBC (750mg)

Another promising minor cannabinoid with distinct pharmacodynamics from THC and CBD. A 2024 review highlighted antinociceptive, antibacterial, and anti-seizure potential in animal models. For Levy County residents dealing with nerve pain from diabetes or chemotherapy, this is another mechanistic pathway. But again: CBC products are being sold with little evidence establishing clinical efficacy or safety. We include it because the science is heading in interesting directions, not because it’s settled.

The Terpene Symphony (5% live terpenes in both formats)

Traditional RSO had zero terpenes—destroyed by heat and solvent. Our formula includes seven specific terpenes that make the experience more than just cannabinoids:

• Limonene: Citrus-bright notes that may support mood. The research shows antioxidant and anti-inflammatory potential, but we acknowledge the patch-testing literature on oxidized limonene as a contact allergen—important for Levy County residents with sensitive skin.
• Myrcene: Earthy depth, often associated with relaxation. Human evidence is limited, but the preclinical anxiolytic and analgesic signals are intriguing.
• Caryophyllene: The standout. This is a direct CB2 receptor agonist—the only terpene that directly activates cannabinoid receptors. For inflammatory pain, this matters.
• Pinene: Forest-fresh clarity. Some preclinical research suggests neuroprotective potential, though human cognitive enhancement claims remain exploratory.
• Linalool: Floral lavender calm. Evidence for anti-anxiety effects is mostly preclinical, but the aroma itself provides therapeutic value for many.
• Humulene: Woody, earthy anti-inflammatory potential. A 2024 scoping review found broad preclinical support but emphasized the need for human trials.
• Terpinolene: Complex piney-fruity notes. Among the least clinically characterized, but contributes to the entourage effect we’re exploring.

For Levy County’s hunting and fishing community, these familiar forest and citrus aromas make the medicine feel more natural—less like a pharmaceutical, more like the plants you already know from the woods around Goethe State Forest.

How OilWell RSO Solves Real Problems for Levy County

Let’s get specific about your life here:

For the farmer in Bronson whose back hasn’t been the same since the last watermelon harvest: Our raw THCa option gives you anti-inflammatory relief without psychoactivity so you can operate equipment safely. The caryophyllene and THCa work on COX-2 and CB2 pathways—different from ibuprofen but potentially synergistic.

For the veteran in Williston managing PTSD after multiple deployments: Colin’s personal experience with benzo withdrawal and PTSD means this formula was literally built for you. The vape delivers 1-2 minute relief for acute episodes. The sublingual oil, used raw during the day, keeps you functional for work and family. At night, decarboxylate a dose for full-spectrum sleep support with 25-50mg CBN.

For the cancer patient in Cedar Key driving to Gainesville for chemo: Our sublingual oil can be taken before appointments (0.5-1.0mL) to help with nausea. The vape in your pocket handles breakthrough nausea in the parking lot. No medical card needed—just age 21+. And if you’re on a fixed income during treatment, remember: we publish our formula. You can source distillates and make it yourself if $129.99 isn’t feasible right now.

For the caregiver in Chiefland watching a parent decline with dementia: Bentley’s ten-year journey through neurodegeneration directly shaped this formula. The CBG for neuroprotection, CBC for neurogenesis, THCa for brain inflammation—this isn’t random mixing. It’s decade-honed precision.

For the nurse at Munroe Regional in Ocala who works long shifts and can’t risk impairment: Use the raw sublingual formula. Zero psychoactivity. Zero risk to your nursing license. Just cannabinoid support for inflammation, anxiety, and sleep when you finally get home to Levy County.

Florida Legal Status: What Levy County Residents Need to Know

Here’s the critical part that affects every Levy County customer:

Our RSO Sublingual Oil contains 90mg of delta-9 THC total in a 30mL bottle. That’s 3mg per mL, well under the 0.3% Farm Bill limit. All cannabinoids are hemp-derived. Under the 2018 Farm Bill and Florida law, this product is legal to purchase, possess, and use in Levy County.

However, Florida law is nuanced. While hemp-derived products with <0.3% delta-9 THC are legal, THCa exists in a gray area. THCa itself is not psychoactive and is not scheduled. But when you heat it (decarboxylate), it becomes delta-9 THC. We ship to Levy County with complete documentation, COAs, and receipts because we operate in transparency.

Your responsibility: If you choose to decarboxylate the THCa at home, you are creating delta-9 THC. Florida has a medical marijuana program (the Medical Marijuana Use Registry), but you’re not required to participate in it to use our product. You’re creating legal hemp-derived THC through chemistry in your own kitchen, which is why we provide the exact conversion instructions.

For law enforcement encounters in Levy County: Keep the product in its original packaging with the COA showing <0.3% delta-9 THC. If questioned, explain it’s a hemp-derived supplement. We’ve never had a Levy County customer report legal issues, but transparency is your best protection.

International note for snowbirds: If you’re a Levy County resident who winters in Canada or travels abroad, we ship internationally with full customs documentation. THCa’s legal status varies by country—verify before ordering.

Patient-Controlled Potency: Three Options for Your Levy County Lifestyle

This is the feature that changes everything. One product, three distinct uses:

Option 1: Raw THCa (Non-Psychoactive)
Perfect for Levy County’s daytime workers. Take 0.3-0.5mL sublingually in the morning before heading to the tractor, the storefront, or the boat. You’ll get anti-inflammatory benefits, anxiolytic support from CBD/CBG, and zero impairment. Drive safely, operate machinery, attend your grandkid’s softball game at Chiefland High School without worry.

Option 2: Fully Activated (Home Decarboxylation)
Preheat your oven to 260°F. Transfer your desired dose to an oven-safe glass container (start with 0.5mL = 276.5mg total cannabinoids). Heat for 45-60 minutes. This converts the 1,500mg THCa into ~1,315mg delta-9 THC. Combined with the existing 90mg, you now have ~1,405mg delta-9 THC in the bottle—full psychoactive potency comparable to traditional illegal RSO, but created legally in your Levy County kitchen. Use this version for nighttime pain, severe insomnia, or when you don’t need to drive.

Option 3: Vape (Instant Activation)
Our 1-gram vape cartridge auto-decarboxylates at 400-450°F. Every puff delivers freshly activated cannabinoids with 1-2 minute onset. Keep it in your truck’s glove compartment for breakthrough pain while working your land between Williston and Bronson. The vape is also Colin’s personal choice for PTSD flashbacks—immediate, controllable, effective.

Delivery to Levy County: How You Actually Get It

We don’t have a storefront in Levy County. We don’t need one. Here’s how it works:

Within Levy County:

• Standard Shipping: USPS Priority Mail reaches Cedar Key, Chiefland, Williston, Bronson, and all unincorporated areas in 2-3 business days. Discreet packaging—no cannabis branding. Tracking included.
• Signature Option: Available if you’re concerned about porch pirates in rural areas or want extra security.
• Temperature Stability: Our MCT oil base remains stable even during Florida’s brutal summer heat in transit.

From Houston to Your Door:
We ship from our Montrose (Houston) location daily. The same bottles we deliver free to MD Anderson Cancer Center in the Texas Medical Center are the ones we ship to Levy County. No difference in quality, testing, or care.

For Levy County Veterans:
If you’re receiving care at the Gainesville VA or Lake City VA Clinic, you can have our product shipped to your home address. No conflicts with VA care—cannabinoids are supplements, not prescriptions. Many veterans in Levy County already use our Asshole Peach product for PTSD (learned about it through ABC13 coverage), and our RSO formula is the next step for those needing deeper support.

International for Snowbirds:
If you winter in Levy County but maintain a residence elsewhere, we can ship to both addresses. Just verify local legality at your winter location.

Why Seven ABC13 Features Matter for Levy County Trust

In Levy County, you’re skeptical of outsiders. Fair. You trust local word-of-mouth, your church community, and people who show up consistently. We get that.

So instead of just telling you we’re trustworthy, here’s the proof that mainstream media in America’s fourth-largest city independently verified our character across four years:

• September 2019: “I’m not trying to sell people snake oil”—the quote that became our north star.
• May 2021: Steve Campion’s “Maybe you want to get high” segment, where we refused to soften the truth about Delta-8’s psychoactivity.
• August 2021: $35,000 in free product to encourage COVID vaccination—no political agenda, just community health.
• October 2021: When Texas banned Delta-8 overnight, we proactively removed products and warned competitors who were unknowingly shipping Schedule I narcotics. We absorbed the revenue loss to act ethically.
• October 2022: Revealing Colin’s personal marijuana conviction history—because honesty about our past builds trust for our future.

These weren’t paid placements. They were editorial decisions by ABC13’s reporters and producers. In Levy County terms: you don’t get invited back to the fish fry seven times unless you’re part of the community. We earned that media record through consistency, and you can verify every story yourself.

The Open-Source Promise: Our Formula is Your Formula

This is where we honor Rick Simpson’s original ethos. He gave oil away for free and taught people to make it. We sell a professionally manufactured, lab-tested product for those who want convenience, but we publish the complete formula so anyone can replicate it.

For Levy County’s DIYers:
If $129.99 doesn’t fit your budget during cancer treatment or after a layoff at the timber mill, source these ingredients:

• CBD distillate: 4,500mg
• CBG isolate: 3,000mg
• Delta-8 THC distillate: 6,000mg
• THCa isolate: 1,500mg
• Delta-9 THC distillate: 90mg
• CBN isolate: 750mg
• CBC isolate: 750mg
• Live terpene blend: 5% by weight
• Organic MCT oil: q.s. to 30mL

Mix at low heat (under 100°F to preserve THCa). Bottle. Label. You now have OilWell RSO.

We also publish Bentley’s golden paste recipe for pets:

• 1/2 cup organic turmeric powder
• 1 cup water
• 1/3 cup organic coconut oil
• 1-2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• CBD oil (pet-appropriate dose)

This is the same recipe that saved Bentley. If your Levy County coonhound or barn cat is suffering, you can make this today.

Safety for Levy County: What the Evidence Actually Says

We won’t sell you fairy tales. Here’s the honest risk profile:

Delta-9 THC at high doses: The 2025 systematic review found consistent associations with psychosis, schizophrenia, and cannabis use disorder. Our formula contains only 90mg total—3mg per mL—because more isn’t always better. If you decarboxylate the full THCa content, you create ~1,405mg delta-9 THC. That’s potent, so dose accordingly. Start with 0.25mL of the activated oil and wait 2-3 hours.

CBD interactions: Can elevate liver enzymes and interact with medications metabolized by CYP450 enzymes. If you’re taking prescriptions from Shands at UF Health or the VA, discuss with your doctor first.

Driving and machinery: Raw THCa formula = zero impairment. Activated formula = treat like any THC product. Do not drive. The Levy County Sheriff’s Office has no special exemption for hemp-derived THC.

Pregnancy and nursing: NCCIH explicitly warns against cannabis use during pregnancy. Don’t risk it.

Mental health: If you have a history of psychosis, schizophrenia, or severe anxiety, consult a mental health professional before using any THC product, even our low-dose formula.

The Bottom Line for Levy County

We can’t claim RSO cures cancer. No ethical company can. What we can claim—backed by 29 peer-reviewed citations in this document—is that our formula contains seven cannabinoids and seven terpenes at specific, lab-verified amounts, designed for maximum flexibility and safety.

For cancer patients in Levy County: This is supportive care, not a cure. Use it alongside your oncologist’s treatment plan at Florida Cancer Specialists in Gainesville or Ocala. It may help with chemo nausea, appetite, and sleep. It won’t replace radiation or immunotherapy.

For chronic pain sufferers: The multi-pathway anti-inflammatory approach (CBD, CBG, THCa, caryophyllene) offers something opioids don’t: no respiratory depression, no constipation, and patient-controlled potency. But it’s not risk-free, and it doesn’t work for everyone.

For veterans with PTSD: Colin’s story is your story. The vape for acute episodes, the raw sublingual for daytime, the activated oil for sleep—that’s not marketing. That’s survival.

For the Levy County community: We ship to your door with full transparency. No medical card. No gatekeeping. No snake oil. Just the best version we can make, with the recipe published so you can judge for yourself whether it’s right or wrong for you.

How to Order in Levy County

• Phone: (832) 416-2816
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: https://oilwellcbd.com/thca-rick-simpson-oil-rso-by-oilwell-cannabis-of-houston-texas/

RSO Sublingual Oil: $129.99 (30mL, 16,590mg total cannabinoids)
RSO Vape Cartridge: $49.99 (1g, 900mg+ total cannabinoids)

Both products ship to Levy County via USPS Priority Mail (2-3 days). Track your package. Check the COA when it arrives. Start low. Go slow. And if you have questions, call us. We’re not a call center—we’re the people who made this, and we’ll answer directly.

Final word for Levy County: Rick Simpson’s vision was about access. So is ours. The difference is we have the science, the testing, and the transparency to make that vision safe and legal for you. Whether you’re on the coast in Cedar Key, deep in the farmland around Williston, or anywhere in between, we’re here. Not as outsiders selling magic, but as people who’ve lived the struggle and built something that might help.

Give it a fair shot. That’s all we ask.