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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
  • National Public Lands Day 2025 and Florida's National Parks
    Sep 3 2025

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    This week is part 1 of 2 of our podcast of National Public Lands Day and Florida's National Parks. Started in 1994 and occurring on the 4th Saturday in September, National Public Lands Day celebrates our public lands with volunteer opportunities and events. Many of our national parks are free, so we decided to discuss the significant ones in Florida! Enjoy!

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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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    35 mins
  • Dark Skies over the Everglades with Anthony Sleiman
    Aug 27 2025

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    This week, the Madcaps were extremely fortunate to have special guest Anthony Sleiman, who is well known for his dark sky photography in the Everglades. Anthony shares how he became fascinated with the Everglades and some interesting stories of his adventures. To see Anthony's amazing work, check out the links below.

    website: https://www.anthonysleiman.com/

    IG: https://www.instagram.com/Anthsleiman/

    FB: https://www.facebook.com/anthsleimanphotography

    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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    40 mins
  • Cabins in Florida's Parks Part 3! The final Episode!
    Aug 20 2025

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    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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    37 mins
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