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.

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    Florida Trail Fest: The Inside Scoop of Florida's Premier Trail Festival

    Send a text This 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 year, the FTA staff has been hard at work making the trail fest significantly larger and more engaging than last year.   For the Florida Trail Fest schedule and details, click here Vendors scheduled to attend the Trailfest are: ZPacks  Florida State Parks Foundation  Pinhoti Outdoor Center  Hangcon/Hammock Hangers Podcast Cover Yer Assets  REI Co-op Dottie Foods  University of Florida REC Lab WildBatch  Authentica Travel  ALDHA Patchoulize  Monster Krunch Trekalla American Red Cross Bend There Done That Cracker Trail Co. Terpstra Glass Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Bead by Bead Adventures OgZ DeZigns Sponsors of Trail Fest are: ZPacks Florida Hikes Florida Wildlife Corridor CS Instant Coffee In The Hedges Hiker Ministry FT Thru Hikes Suwannee Hardware Store Sandhill Chapter FTA FarOut NoNormal Food Trucks attending: Wild Man Foods Hibachi Hotspot Radha’s Kitchen Raffle Donations are: Inkkas Zenbivy Kula Cloth SWOOP In The Hedges Hiker Ministry FarOut Outdoor Adventure Training REI Co-op 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

    35 min

  2. 18 FEB

    Helping Birds in Florida with Elizabeth Filippelli

    Send a text In 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 can make a difference.  Below are some of the links that we mentioned during the episode: Bird Friendly Toolkit:  https://duvalaudubon.org/bird-friendly-toolkit/ Lights Out Account on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DUpznHvkXZ9/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA%3D%3D Duval Audubon Website: https://duvalaudubon.org/  and Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/DuvalAudubonSociety Jacksonville Zoo Website:  https://www.jacksonvillezoo.org/florida 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

    31 min

  3. 4 FEB

    Ichetuknee History with Lars Andersen

    Send a text Returning "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 the surrounding 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/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

    33 min

  4. 21 JAN

    Florida Trail Thru Hiking Kickoff and South Florida Adventures

    Send a text This 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 Florida Trail. 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

    38 min

  5. 7 JAN

    Exploring the Ocklawaha During the Drawdown

    Send a text This 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, Patrick Connolly (from our previous Torreya Hike Episode) joins us as well. To book a tour with Lars go to https://adventureoutpost.net/ and see his calendar of guided paddles. 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

    37 min

  6. 17/12/2025

    Hike and get free SWAG, local hiking events around Florida.

    Send a text In 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 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

    34 min

  7. 03/12/2025

    Exploring the Rodman Reservior

    Send a text With 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 discuss their experiences exploring the Rodman Reservoir.   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

    36 min

  8. 13/11/2025

    The Madcaps Reflect on the podcast and balancing both exploring and caring for Florida.

    Send a text This 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 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

    36 min
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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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  • Creator
    Sunshine State Seekers and the Florida Excursionist
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    150
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Florida Madcaps
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