The Florida Madcaps
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.
Podcasting since 2023 • 86 episodes
The Florida Madcaps
Latest Episodes
Venomous Snakes in Florida: What you need to know when enjoying the outdoors!
This week the Madcaps discuss various aspects of recreating in Florida and encounters with venomous snakes. Our special guest, Bree, shares important information about our valuable snake population. Bree can be found at @hiberniahis...
September 11, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 33
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41:28
Near Miss! The Almost Developed Florida State Parks along 30A.
With the withdrawal of the development plans for the nine state parks in the very recent rearview, the Madcaps discuss the parks that were threatened around 30A, mainly Topsail Hill and Grayton Beach and what makes them special. Our guest...
September 04, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 32
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29:00
Crisis in Florida State Parks
Just a few days ago plans to develop a few Florida State Parks were uncovered and made public. The plans where uncharacteristic of the Florida State Park mission of resource based recreation. Massive hotels, golf courses, pickleball...
August 24, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 31
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43:23
Florida's Carnivorous Plants and their Habitats
This week the Madcaps discuss the various carnivorous plants in our state and some of the environments they thrive in.
August 21, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 30
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27:44
Central Florida State Parks: Hillsborough River & Colt Creek!
If you want beautiful views of the rapids of the Hillsborough River and CCC construction or amazing hiking near the Green Swamp you can find plenty to do at both of these state parks and they are less than half an hour from each other. Th...
August 14, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 29
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28:42
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