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A podcast about Florida’s conservation and recreation. 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, springs, history, ecological issues, and recreational opportunities.

The Florida Madcaps Sunshine State Seekers and the Florida Excursionist

    • Society & Culture
    • 5.0 • 25 Ratings

A podcast about Florida’s conservation and recreation. 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, springs, history, ecological issues, and recreational opportunities.

    West Central Florida State Parks

    West Central Florida State Parks

    Send us a Text Message.This week the Madcaps discuss their favorite parks and hiking destinations that are in West Central Florida from scrub to Native American mounds, the Madcaps discuss a few parks in this area.Please 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 https://www.floridaspringscouncil.org/madcapsQuestions and comments can be emailed at thefloridamadcaps@gmail.comRyan can be found...

    • 31 min
    Endless Variety: Exploring Florida's Habitats

    Endless Variety: Exploring Florida's Habitats

    Send us a Text Message.This week the Madcaps discuss some of Florida's amazing habitats, from the limestone trails of the Florida Keys, to the ancient dunes of Lake Wales Ridge, we talk about many different habitats of Florida and what makes them special.Please 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 https://www.floridaspringscouncil.org/madcapsQuestions and comments can be emailed at the...

    • 31 min
    Paddle Guides Kim and Ashley discuss the Wild and Scenic waterways of Central Florida

    Paddle Guides Kim and Ashley discuss the Wild and Scenic waterways of Central Florida

    Send us a Text Message.This week we were fortunate enough to have Kim and Ashley join us who do tours on one of the two designated Wild and Scenic Rivers in Florida the Wekiva River (including Rock Springs Run and The Emerald Cut). This week we listen to some of the fascinating aspects of the river and some of the more interesting events that they have observed while guiding paddlers down these iconic waterways.Ashley can be reached on instagram at @smashsupsKim can be reached on instag...

    • 34 min
    Wakulla Springs State Park

    Wakulla Springs State Park

    Send us a Text Message.This week the Madcaps discuss the fascinating state park. Wakulla Springs! The spring, trails, boat tours, and elegant lodge were all discussed. Check out the park website:https://www.floridastateparks.org/WakullaSpringsPlease 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 https://www.floridaspringscouncil.org/madcapsQuestions and comments can be emailed ...

    • 30 min
    Natural areas to visit around Tallahassee

    Natural areas to visit around Tallahassee

    Send us a Text Message.In this episode, the Madcaps share their favorite natural areas that they have visited around Tallahassee. Here are a few points that we discussed:Lake Talquin State Parkhttps://www.floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/lake-talquin-state-parkLake Talquin State Foresthttps://www.fdacs.gov/Forest-Wildfire/Our-Forests/State-Forests/Lake-Talquin-State-ForestAlfred B. Maclay Gardens State Parkhttps://www.floridastateparks.org/MaclayGardensMission San Luishttps:...

    • 28 min
    Recreating around Osceola National Forest

    Recreating around Osceola National Forest

    Send us a Text Message.This week the Madcaps talk about the Florida National Scenic Trail through Osceola National Forest as well as state and county recreation areas. We discuss history, natural features such as waterfalls, and hiking along the St Mary's River.Please 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 https://www.floridaspringscouncil.org/madcapsQuestions and comments can be e...

    • 29 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
25 Ratings

25 Ratings

htdbfdx ,

Informative and Fun!!

I have been listening to this podcast for about a year and it continues to be such a joy! Great Florida information, fun stories. I love exploring the outdoors in my state and I get new ideas on places to go as well as the pleasure of hearing their perspective on places I regularly visit.

Javi Lasaga ,

I ❤️ Florida

Stumbled across this podcast recently and I’m glad I did. So much awesome information about things to do throughout our great state. Keep up the great work!

Bee Dubya Ells ,

So much knowledge

I’ve been following the hosts online for a long time (the Sunshine State Seekers and the FL Excursionist) and it’s so refreshing hearing them converse about what they know so well. I appreciate getting some expert knowledge every time I listen!

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