Rick Simpson Oil (RSO) in the Territory of Heard Island and McDonald Islands: The Complete Guide by OilWell Cannabis
Out here at the edge of the world, where the Southern Ocean meets the Antarctic Convergence and the only human presence is the occasional research station team weathering the katabatic winds, access to comprehensive cannabinoid medicine isn’t just a convenience—it’s a lifeline. We understand what it means to operate in isolation, to rely on your own resourcefulness, and to need solutions that work when you’re thousands of miles from the nearest pharmacy. That’s why we’ve created this complete guide to our Rick Simpson Oil formulas specifically for the scientists, support staff, and expedition teams who call Heard Island and McDonald Islands their temporary home.
Who is Rick Simpson, and Why Does His Legacy Matter Here?
Rick Simpson was a power engineer from Nova Scotia—not a doctor, not a researcher, but a tradesman who reached for cannabis oil when the medical system failed him. In 1997, after a scaffolding fall left him with persistent tinnitus and post-concussion symptoms that medications couldn’t touch, cannabis gave him relief his own doctor dismissed. By 2003, he’d famously applied concentrated cannabis oil to basal cell carcinoma lesions on his arm and claimed they disappeared in four days. No biopsy confirmed it, no oncologist documented it, but that personal testimony became the origin story of RSO.
For us in the Antarctic research community, Simpson’s story resonates differently. We’ve all faced situations where the standard protocols fall short—where the supply ship is delayed, where the medevac is weathered out, where the nearest hospital is literally on another continent. Simpson’s DIY ethos—making oil in a rice cooker, giving it away for free, publishing his process openly—feels familiar to anyone who’s had to MacGyver a solution with limited resources at 53°S latitude.
But here’s where we diverge from tradition, and why that matters for Heard Island operations.
Traditional RSO vs. What OilWell Delivers to Antarctic Stations
Traditional RSO was crude by design: single-strain indica, naphtha-extracted, tar-black, fully decarboxylated, and completely unstandardized. Every batch was different. No lab tests, no terpene preservation, no precision dosing. That might work in Nova Scotia’s underground, but when you’re managing chronic pain from hauling equipment across volcanic terrain or dealing with sleep disruption from 24-hour summer daylight, you need consistency you can trust.
Our modern RSO formula for the Territory of Heard Island and McDonald Islands is deliberately engineered for the research environment:
| Feature | Traditional RSO | OilWell RSO |
|---|---|---|
| Source Material | Single indica strain, uncontrolled | Multi-cannabinoid blend from standardized hemp |
| Extraction | Naphtha/isopropyl (toxic residues) | Solvent-free formulation in organic MCT oil |
| Cannabinoid Profile | 60-90% unmeasured THC | Seven defined cannabinoids at specific ratios |
| Terpene Content | Destroyed by heat | 5% live terpenes in every batch |
| Standardization | None—batch varies wildly | 553mg total cannabinoids per mL, lab-verified |
| THCa Preservation | None—fully activated | 1,500mg THCa as distinct ingredient |
| Delta-9 THC | 600-900mg/day at peak dosing | Only 90mg total per bottle (legal compliance) |
| Product Formats | Single tar-like oil | Sublingual oil + vape cartridge |
| Access | Illegal to ship/produce | Farm Bill compliant, ships to research stations |
The OilWell Story: From McAllen to Montrose to McDonald Island
OilWell Cannabis wasn’t born in a boardroom—it was born from a dog named Bentley.
Colin Valencia grew up in McAllen, Texas, right across from Reynosa, in one of the most challenging border environments in North America. By sixteen, he’d seen violence most people never imagine. He learned the cannabis plant intimately in that underground economy, but he also learned something deeper: cannabis could be medicine, not just commerce. When he left that world for legitimate business, he brought the plant knowledge with him.
The pivot happened when Bentley—Colin’s companion through those turbulent years—became paralyzed. Vets recommended euthanasia. Instead, Colin created a CBD golden paste. Bentley got up and brought him his ball. Dogs don’t respond to placebo. That was the moment cannabis became medicine.
For ten years, Bentley lived to age twenty while Colin developed formulas for every condition age threw at them: neurodegeneration (CBG’s neuroprotection), dementia (CBC’s neurogenesis), glaucoma (THC’s CB1 agonism), crippling arthritis (multi-pathway inflammation blockade). Single cannabinoids weren’t enough. Bentley needed synergy—CBD, CBG, THCa, beta-caryophyllene working simultaneously.
That same multi-cannabinoid philosophy now serves researchers at Heard Island. Whether you’re dealing with chronic inflammation from cold-weather gear strain, sleep disruption from circadian rhythm chaos, or the low-grade stress of prolonged isolation, our seven-cannabinoid formula addresses multiple pathways at once.
Colin’s own PTSD and benzodiazepine addiction gave him personal insight into what researchers face. He quit Xanax cold turkey using the same cannabinoid knowledge that kept Bentley alive. Our Peace Gummies formula—available in vape form for rapid relief—was created during those midnight withdrawal experiments. Colin still uses it for severe PTSD episodes and insomnia.
Why We Publish Our Complete Formula for Antarctic Researchers
We operate on the same principle Rick Simpson did: medicine should be accessible. But we live in the modern world, so we do it legally.
Our RSO Sublingual Oil formula is completely open-source:
RSO Sublingual Oil — 30mL Bottle (16,590mg total cannabinoids at 553mg/mL)
- CBD: 4,500mg
- CBG: 3,000mg
- Delta-8 THC: 6,000mg
- THCa: 1,500mg
- Delta-9 THC: 90mg (legal compliance)
- CBN: 750mg
- CBC: 750mg
- Live terpenes: 5% (limonene, myrcene, caryophyllene, pinene, linalool, humulene, terpinolene)
- Organic MCT oil base
If you’re stationed at Atlas Cove and can’t wait for our next shipment, you can source these individual cannabinoid distillates and recreate the formula yourself. That’s not bad for business—it’s good for people. Simpson gave his oil away; we sell a professional product and publish the recipe. Same ethos, modern execution.
The THCa Innovation: Legal Potency You Control
Here’s where our formula fundamentally changes the game for remote research stations.
Traditional RSO was always psychoactive—heat converted all THCa to delta-9 THC. Our formula preserves THCa as a separate ingredient. At Heard Island, you have three usage options from one bottle:
1. Raw (Non-Psychoactive): Use the oil straight from the bottle. All 1,500mg THCa remains inactive—perfect for daytime inflammation control without impairment. Work on the glaciers, operate equipment, maintain focus.
2. Fully Activated (Home Decarboxylation): Heat a measured portion at 260°F (125°C) for 45-60 minutes in an oven-safe glass container. This converts THCa to approximately 1,315mg delta-9 THC. Combined with the existing 6,000mg delta-8 THC, you achieve traditional RSO-level potency—legally, because activation happens after purchase, at your discretion.
3. Vape (Instant Activation): Our RSO Vape Cartridge auto-decarbs at 400-450°F, delivering freshly converted cannabinoids in 1-2 minutes. Perfect for breakthrough pain or acute anxiety episodes when you’re weathered in and can’t get outside.
This customer-controlled potency is essential in Antarctica. You decide when you need functional relief versus full therapeutic strength.
Condition-Specific Guidance for Heard Island Research Teams
Sleep Disruption from 24-Hour Summer Sunlight
- Protocol: 1.0-2.0mL sublingual oil 1 hour before sleep
- At 2.0mL, you receive 50mg CBN—the dosage studied in 2024 sleep literature
- The 4-6 hour duration matches most sleep cycles
- CBN interacts with CB1 receptors to promote sleep architecture without next-day grogginess
Chronic Pain from Physical Labor
- Daytime: 0.3-0.5mL raw sublingual (non-psychoactive)
- Combines CBD’s analgesic pathways [4] with CBG’s anti-inflammatory action via COX-2 and LOX pathways [7][8]
- Beta-caryophyllene activates CB2 receptors for additional inflammation control [24]
- Nighttime: 0.5-1.0mL decarboxylated oil for full-potency relief
PTSD and Isolation-Related Anxiety
- Raw sublingual 0.3mL during day—CBD anxiolytic evidence [3], CBG 5-HT1A activity [7]
- Limonene terpene may buffer THC-induced anxiety [20]
- Vape available for acute panic episodes (1-2 minute onset)
Chemo-Related Nausea (if applicable)
- Pre-treatment: 0.5-1.0mL sublingual 1 hour before
- Breakthrough: 2-3 vape puffs
- Delta-8 THC has documented antiemetic properties similar to delta-9 [9] but with potentially smoother psychoactivity
Important: Start low, go slow. Begin with 0.25mL sublingual and assess over 2-3 hours. Antarctic metabolism can be affected by cold exposure and altitude—individual response varies significantly.
Legal Framework: Shipping RSO to Heard Island and McDonald Islands
The 2018 Farm Bill makes our products federally legal in the United States, and our international shipping protocol extends that access to Australian research stations.
Product Composition:
- Total delta-9 THC: 90mg per 30mL bottle (3mg/mL)
- Well under 0.3% delta-9 THC threshold
- All cannabinoids hemp-derived
- Contains 1,500mg THCa (non-psychoactive precursor)
International Shipping to Research Stations:
- We ship via USPS Priority International, FedEx, and UPS
- All packages include:
- Complete Certificate of Analysis (COA)
- Product receipts and documentation
- Full ingredient declarations
- Customer responsibility: Verify Australian customs regulations for hemp-derived products. The Territory of Heard Island and McDonald Islands falls under Australian jurisdiction. Hemp products with <0.3% THC are generally permissible, but you must confirm current regulations.
- We cannot guarantee customs clearance, but we provide complete documentation to maximize approval probability
Why This Matters for Antarctic Research:
Rick Simpson could never legally ship his oil anywhere—it was Schedule I everywhere. You can now access a multi-cannabinoid, lab-tested RSO formula legally because we’ve engineered it within the Farm Bill framework. That’s the completion of a vision Simpson never lived to see.
How Antarctic Researchers Order from OilWell
Same-Day Delivery: Not applicable to Heard Island—our Houston zone system (free to Texas Medical Center, $5-25 across Greater Houston) serves our Texas customers.
Nationwide Shipping: Standard for continental US researchers rotating through Houston before deployment.
International Direct to Research Stations:
- Shipping time: 7-14 business days to Australian ports, then transfer to research vessel
- Cost: Flat-rate international shipping + any customs duties (customer responsibility)
- Tracking: Full tracking provided from Houston to destination
- Discreet packaging: No cannabis branding visible—critical for institutional mail rooms
Contact for Antarctic Orders:
- Phone: (832) 416-2816 (note time zone difference: Houston is UTC-6)
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: https://oilwellcbd.com/thca-rick-simpson-oil-rso-by-oilwell-cannabis-of-houston-texas/
Our PANDEM1C SEO technology (14 million location database, 300+ AI models) ensures our content reaches remote locations like yours through organic search, but you can always contact us directly for expedition orders.
The Evidence Base: What We Know for Certain
We hold ourselves to the same evidence standards we apply to the entire cannabinoid field. Here’s the hierarchy:
Strongest Human Evidence:
- CBD: Rare epilepsies (FDA-approved Epidiolex), some anxiety reduction [3], modest pain benefit [4]
- Delta-9 THC: Chemotherapy nausea, HIV/AIDS appetite, short-term pain relief (with dose-dependent side effects) [13]
Emerging but Limited:
- CBG: Neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory mechanisms shown in animal models, human evidence sparse [7][8]
- CBN: Marketed for sleep but weak clinical data—no validated trials support strong claims [16][17]
- CBC: Promising preclinical data on neurogenesis and inflammation, but not clinically validated [18][19]
- Delta-8 THC: Psychoactive with antiemetic properties, less potent than delta-9, but safety data incomplete [9]-[11]
- Terpenes: Mechanistically interesting (especially beta-caryophyllene’s CB2 activity [24]), but human entourage effects remain unproven [20][29]
Critical Safety Notes for Antarctic Use:
- High-concentration THC products correlate with increased psychosis and cannabis use disorder risk [15]
- CBD can cause liver enzyme elevation and drug interactions—especially relevant if you’re on Antarctic medical protocols [6]
- Vaping risks: Use only our tested cartridges; contaminated vape products can cause lung injury [1]
- Impairment: Do not operate Zodiacs, heavy equipment, or conduct fieldwork under psychoactive cannabinoid influence
Media Recognition: Why Major News Trusts Our Expertise
ABC13 Houston—America’s fourth-largest city’s top news source—featured Colin Valencia in seven comprehensive segments from 2019 to 2023. Five different reporters sought him out for:
- Business coverage (Tom Abrahams, 2019 & 2021)
- Product investigation (Steve Campion, 2021—Delta-8 exposé)
- Legal analysis (Shelley Childers, 2021—Delta-8 ban)
- Community health (KTRK Staff, 2021—$35K COVID vaccine giveaway)
- Criminal justice (Nick Natario, 2022 & 2023—Biden pardons, 4/20 industry coverage)
Key Quote (September 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 same honesty is why we publish our formulas. It’s why we warned other operators when Delta-8 became illegal overnight in Texas—absorbing major revenue loss to act ethically. It’s why we gave away $35,000 in product to encourage vaccination.
You can’t buy that kind of credibility. You earn it by telling the truth, even when it’s uncomfortable.
The Formulas: Complete Transparency
We’ve already published the full formula above, but here it is again in product specification format:
RSO Sublingual Oil — $129.99
- 30mL bottle with graduated dropper (0.1mL increments)
- 553mg total cannabinoids per mL
- 16,590mg total cannabinoids per bottle
- Organic MCT oil carrier
- Full panel tested: potency, terpenes, pesticides, heavy metals, residual solvents, microbes
RSO Vape Cartridge — $49.99
- 1g 510-thread cartridge
- Auto-decarbs THCa at vaping temperature (400-450°F)
- 1-2 minute onset for acute relief
- Compatible with standard vape batteries (available worldwide)
Complete Formula Details:
Refer to the RSO Sublingual Oil section and RSO Vape Cartridge section above for exact cannabinoid breakdowns.
Frequently Antarctic-Specific Questions
Q: Can I legally receive this at Heard Island Research Station?
A: The product is hemp-derived with <0.3% delta-9 THC, making it Farm Bill compliant in the US. Australian customs regulations for hemp products vary; you must verify current import rules for research station deliveries. We provide complete COAs to facilitate customs clearance.
Q: How do I store it in sub-Antarctic conditions?
A: Store at room temperature in your station’s heated areas. MCT oil becomes viscous below 15°C—warm gently in hands before dosing. THCa is stable for 12+ months if kept from extreme heat (above 60°C) which can trigger premature decarboxylation.
Q: Will this trigger our station’s drug testing protocols?
A: Critical: The raw, non-decarboxylated oil will NOT trigger standard THC urine screens—THCa is not detected. However, if you heat/activate the oil, it becomes THC-positive. Vaping will trigger tests. If your station conducts drug testing, use the raw option only. We provide documentation explaining THCa chemistry for medical officers.
Q: What’s the fastest option for acute pain during fieldwork?
A: The vape cartridge—1-2 minute onset. But cold affects battery life; keep it in an inside pocket. For non-vape, sublingual oil under the tongue for 90 seconds before swallowing gives 15-45 minute onset.
Q: Can I share this with other researchers?
A: Yes—our open-source formula means you can. We sell 30mL bottles that provide 40-60 doses depending on serving size. If you make your own from our published recipe, you control the batch size. Just ensure everyone understands their own dosing tolerance.
Q: How does this compare to what’s available in Hobart or Perth?
A: Australian medical cannabis requires prescriptions and is delta-9 THC dominant. Our multi-cannabinoid approach with patient-controlled THCa activation is unique. No Australian product currently offers this specific 7-cannabinoid ratio with live terpenes.
Q: What if the supply ship is delayed?
A: Order 2-3 bottles for a 6-month deployment. The product remains stable for 12+ months if stored properly. Our international shipping includes tracking so you can monitor arrival before your vessel departs Fremantle.
Final Word for the Heard Island Community
You operate in one of Earth’s most extreme environments. The nearest help is a week’s sail away. Your work—whether studying penguin populations, mapping glacial retreat, or monitoring volcanic activity—demands everything you have. Pain, sleep disruption, anxiety, and isolation are not character flaws; they’re occupational hazards of scientific research at 53° south.
We built this product for people who can’t afford to wait for conventional medicine to catch up. People like Colin in McAllen, like Bentley facing euthanasia, like the veteran with PTSD, like the cancer patient told there’s nothing more to try. And yes, like the Antarctic researcher whose back pain makes it hard to haul equipment, or whose mind won’t quiet during the endless summer daylight.
Our promise is simple: we’ll give you the best possible version of the information and the product. We’ll tell you exactly what’s in it and why. We’ll publish the formula so you can make your own if you need to. We’ll answer your questions directly. And we’ll never pretend cannabis is right for everyone—you’ll have to give it a fair shot and decide for yourself.
From Houston’s Montrose neighborhood to your research station on Heard Island, we’re committed to integrity, creativity, and the mission that started when Bentley got up and walked across the room.
Order for your expedition: https://oilwellcbd.com/thca-rick-simpson-oil-rso-by-oilwell-cannabis-of-houston-texas/
Questions before ordering: [email protected] | (832) 416-2816
Stay safe out there. And thank you for doing the science that helps us understand our changing planet.
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