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 • 159 episodes

The Florida Madcaps

Latest Episodes

Gator Mannerisms and Safety in Florida with Gator Chris

Recently, there have been three instances of gator bites around waterways here in Florida. Unfortunately, one of them was fatal. Today, we have gator expert Chris Gillette on to discuss gator safety and mannerisms. Info...

July 02, 2026 • 31:24

Gatekeeping Florida's Natural Areas: A Discussion

This week we have two special guests and discuss the facets gatekeeping on social media here in Florida. Gatekeeping is often posting images or video of an area without disclosing the location. Our guests are:Tessa Skiles, who ...

June 17, 2026 • 34:17

The Hikers Guide to the Sunshine State

This 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 book, the process, and some of the features that m...

June 03, 2026 • 33:25

The Madcaps’s Favorite Florida Backroads

This 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 roadside attractions.

May 21, 2026 • 35:21

Florida’s Newest State Park Shoal River Head Waters

Parks discussed during this video:Shoal River Headwaters State Parkhttps://www.floridastateparks.org/shoalriverheadwatersFred Gannon Rocky Bayou Stat...

May 04, 2026 • 34:49

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Fan Mail

Thanks for Hosting Capt Karl Deigert on this Madcaps podcast. It is appreciated, along with your interest and knowledge of the dire status of the Florida Waters. Your support in talking about and supporting the State Constitutional Amendment 2026 for the "Right to Clean and Healthy Waters, means everything. Thank you also for being aligned with Florida Springs Council. I'll be watching for other water and nature minded podcasts. D. M. Neeley, Ambassador with Floridarighttocleanwater.org. I'm now in Ocala FL., previously Ft Myers Beach/ Ft Myers, the Islands, SWFL.

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