The Florida Madcaps
Sunshine State Seekers and the Florida Excursionist
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A podcast about Florida’s natural areas around the state that offer fantastic recreation opportunities. There is much more to Florida than theme parks and overcrowded beaches. Three veteran Florida enthusiasts Chris, Chelsey, and Ryan share their travel experiences and perspective for exploring the Sunshine State. Each episode will delve into the natural and fascinating aspects of Florida, including the trails, beaches, springs, history, ecological issues, and recreational opportunities.
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The Hikers Guide to the Sunshine State
Send us Fan MailThis week, we interview our very own Chris Stevens new book that we authored with Sandra Friend. An atlas a nd breakdown of over 1000 trails in Florida. We talk with Chris about the…
The Madcaps’s Favorite Florida Backroads
Send us Fan MailThis week the Madcaps share some of their preferred alternatives to traveling the interstates around Florida. Backroads often can take a path through Old Florida and some interesting…
Florida’s Newest State Park Shoal River Head Waters
Send us Fan MailParks discussed during this video:Shoal River Headwaters State Parkhttps://www.floridastateparks.org/shoalriverheadwatersFred Gannon Rocky Bayou State…
The Madcaps share even more fun Florida Visitor Centers and Small Museums
Send us Fan MailThis week, the Madcaps discuss their favorite visitor centers and small museums. Here are the links for the ones that were discussed.Guy Bradley Visitors Center on Flamigo…
Interesting Visitor Centers and Parks with Outstanding Interpretative Displays in Florida
Send us Fan MailThis week, the Madcaps discuss the best visitor centers, small museums, and interpretive displays that can be found in the natural areas of Florida!Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki…
Talkin Florida State Parks with Matt Caldwell of the Florida State Parks Foundation
Send us Fan MailThis week's guest is Matt Caldwell, President of the Florida State Parks Foundation. We discuss what the Foundation does to improve our state parks.To become a member of the…
Conservation Florida: Conserving Florida's Disappearing Natural Places
Send us Fan MailThis week, our guest is Kristin Anderson, the Programs & Community Engagement Lead with Conservation Florida. We discuss Conservation Florida's mission to conserve natural areas…
Florida Trail Fest: The Inside Scoop of Florida's Premier Trail Festival
Send us Fan MailThis week the Madcaps were joined by Bri, the Community Engagement Manager for the Florida Trail Association as we discuss the details of the 2nd annual Florida Trail Fest. This…
Helping Birds in Florida with Elizabeth Filippelli
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we spoke with Elizabeth Filippelli of Duval Audubon! We discussed some of the perils that birds face, particularly in urban settings, and how the average Floridian…
Ichetuknee History with Lars Andersen
Send us Fan MailReturning "Madcap" Lars Andersen of Adventure Outpost (who is looking for an assistant for anyone who's interested) discusses some of his vast knowledge of the Ichetucknee River and…
Florida Trail Thru Hiking Kickoff and South Florida Adventures
Send us Fan MailThis week, the Madcaps discuss the Florida Trail Thru hike kick-off in Big Cypress in South Florida and their time camping, hiking, and meeting hikers who are hiking the entire…
Exploring the Ocklawaha During the Drawdown
Send us Fan MailThis week, our returning guestis Lars from Adventure Outpost. Lars discusses some of the paddling opportunities on the Ocklawaha River during the drawdown of the Rodman pool. Also,…
Hike and get free SWAG, local hiking events around Florida.
Send us Fan MailIn this podcast, the Madcaps discuss the various hiking events and programs that occur statewide and locally. Please subscribe! Shares and reviews are much appreciated!Get your FREE…
Exploring the Rodman Reservior
Send us Fan MailWith the "downdown" of the reservoir, much if what is underwater is currently exposed until January. Lost springs, old forests, and Florida history are visible now. The Madcaps…
The Madcaps Reflect on the podcast and balancing both exploring and caring for Florida.
Send us Fan MailThis week the Madcaps reflect on the podcast as well as balancing volunteering, exploring Florida, and life in general.Please subscribe! Shares and reviews are much appreciated!Get…
S3 Backcountry Lawman, an interview with Bob Lee about combating poaching in North Florida
Send us Fan MailThis week, we have an incredible guest, Bob Lee, who spent decades in law enforcement in Florida. He has some amazing stories about his detective work to track down poachers, chase…
A Madcaps Update!
Send us Fan MailPlease subscribe! Shares and reviews are much appreciated!Get your FREE sticker from the Florida Springs Council and sign up to be a springs advocate at…
S3E40 Lightning in Florida: Fun Facts and Outdoor Precautions with Martin Uman
Send us Fan MailThis week, the Florida Madcaps have a special guest, Martin Uman who is a professor emeritus with the University of Florida and has worked six decades in the field of lightning. In…
S3E39 Notable Graves and Cemeteries in Florida.
Send us Fan MailThis week, the Madcaps discuss some of the graves, cemeteries, and pioneer burial grounds they have seen while hiking in Florida and visiting small towns.Please subscribe! Shares and…
S3E38 Odd things found along the trail by the Madcaps
Send us Fan MailThis week, the Madcaps discuss some of the weird things they have encountered on the trails as they have explored Florida. From burnt underwear to unattended fruit bowls, this…
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The Florida Madcaps has published 157 episodes since January 2023, covering topics in Education, Nature.
The Florida Madcaps is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 32m.
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