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

    The Madcaps Reflect on the podcast and balancing both exploring and caring for Florida.
    Nov 13 2025

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    This week the Madcaps reflect on the podcast as well as balancing volunteering, exploring Florida, and life in general.

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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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    36 mins
  • Backcountry Lawman, an interview with Bob Lee about combating poaching in North Florida

    Backcountry Lawman, an interview with Bob Lee about combating poaching in North Florida
    Oct 29 2025

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    This week, we have an incredible guest, Bob Lee, who spent decades in law enforcement in Florida. He has some amazing stories about his detective work to track down poachers, chase down illegal fishermen, and survive a boat sinking at night in gator infested waters.


    More info on Bob can be found here: https://bobhlee.com/

    Bob's books can be found here:

    https://www.amazon.com/Backcountry-Lawman-Stories-Florida-History/dp/0813061288

    https://www.amazon.com/Bad-Guys-Bullets-Boat-Chases/dp/0813062446/ref=sims_dp_d_dex_ai_rank_model_1_d_v1_d_sccl_1_2/141-1253371-1797256?pd_rd_w=2KOZq&content-id=amzn1.sym.da0b205c-8cc7-4a8d-9d0a-8ed3705890a2&pf_rd_p=da0b205c-8cc7-4a8d-9d0a-8ed3705890a2&pf_rd_r=3C5GFBSEHSGJZ24RAM8F&pd_rd_wg=VeRgM&pd_rd_r=1aa72da3-26bc-49a9-a34f-a7cd519bedbf&pd_rd_i=0813062446&psc=1

    https://www.amazon.com/Bones-Water-Bob-H-Lee/dp/B0DL5ZHCS8/ref=sims_dp_d_dex_ai_rank_model_1_d_v1_d_sccl_1_1/141-1253371-1797256?pd_rd_w=N99vb&content-id=amzn1.sym.da0b205c-8cc7-4a8d-9d0a-8ed3705890a2&pf_rd_p=da0b205c-8cc7-4a8d-9d0a-8ed3705890a2&pf_rd_r=NKW8TDPAD7A56HY2X9F8&pd_rd_wg=8r8UA&pd_rd_r=828fbca7-520e-4054-bf31-aae5014db903&pd_rd_i=B0DL5ZHCS8&psc=1

    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
  • A Madcaps Update!

    A Madcaps Update!
    Oct 22 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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    7 mins
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