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The Florida Madcaps

The Florida Madcaps

By: 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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Episodes
  • The Hikers Guide to the Sunshine State

    The Hikers Guide to the Sunshine State
    Jun 3 2026

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    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 make it great!


    To get the book, go to:

    https://floridapress.org/9780813081588/hikers-guide-to-the-sunshine-state-second-edition/

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    Get your FREE sticker from the Florida Springs Council and sign up to be a springs advocate at https://www.floridaspringscouncil.org/madcaps

    Questions and comments can be emailed at thefloridamadcaps@gmail.com

    Ryan can be found on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/the_fl_excursionist/

    Chris and Chelsey can be found at https://www.instagram.com/sunshinestateseekers/?hl=en
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    33 mins
  • The Madcaps’s Favorite Florida Backroads

    The Madcaps’s Favorite Florida Backroads
    May 22 2026

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    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.

    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/madcaps

    Questions and comments can be emailed at thefloridamadcaps@gmail.com

    Ryan can be found on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/the_fl_excursionist/

    Chris and Chelsey can be found at https://www.instagram.com/sunshinestateseekers/?hl=en
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    35 mins
  • Florida’s Newest State Park Shoal River Head Waters

    Florida’s Newest State Park Shoal River Head Waters
    May 5 2026

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    Parks discussed during this video:

    Shoal River Headwaters State Park

    https://www.floridastateparks.org/shoalriverheadwaters


    Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park

    https://www.floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/fred-gannon-rocky-bayou-state-park


    Torrey State Park

    https://www.floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/torreya-state-park

    Defuniak Springs

    https://www.visitsouthwalton.com/blog/defuniak-springs-guide-for-first-timers/


    Wilderness Landing Park

    https://www.myokaloosa.com/parks/wilderness-landing

    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/madcaps

    Questions and comments can be emailed at thefloridamadcaps@gmail.com

    Ryan can be found on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/the_fl_excursionist/

    Chris and Chelsey can be found at https://www.instagram.com/sunshinestateseekers/?hl=en
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    35 mins
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