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The Florida Madcaps

The Florida Madcaps

By: Sunshine State Seekers and the Florida Excursionist
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Summary

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
  • 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

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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
  • The Madcaps share even more fun Florida Visitor Centers and Small Museums
    Apr 22 2026

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    This week, the Madcaps discuss their favorite visitor centers and small museums. Here are the links for the ones that were discussed.

    Guy Bradley Visitors Center on Flamigo Key

    https://www.nps.gov/ever/planyourvisit/gbvc.htm

    John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park

    https://pennekamppark.com/environmental-education/

    Boyd Hill

    https://www.stpeteparksrec.org/parks___facilities/boyd_hill.php

    Crystal River NWR

    https://www.discovercrystalriverfl.com/directory/crystal-river-national-wildlife-refuge-complex-and-visitor-center/

    Merritt Island NWR

    https://www.fws.gov/refuge/merritt-island

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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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    37 mins
  • Interesting Visitor Centers and Parks with Outstanding Interpretative Displays in Florida
    Apr 8 2026

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    This week, the Madcaps discuss the best visitor centers, small museums, and interpretive displays that can be found in the natural areas of Florida!

    Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum

    https://www.ahtahthiki.com


    Gumbo Limbo

    https://www.myboca.us/2485/Gumbo-Limbo-Nature-Center


    Stephen Foster

    https://www.floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/stephen-foster-folk-culture-center-state-park


    Orlando Wetlands Park

    https://www.orlando.gov/Our-Government/Departments-Offices/Public-Works/Water-Reclamation-Division/Orlando-Wetlands


    Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary

    https://www.audubon.org/corkscrew


    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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