Send us a text This week Lars, a guide in Florida with decades of experience discusses various aspects of the amazing Ocklawaha River in north central Florida. Lar's Website: https://adventureoutpost.net/ Lar's Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lars.andersen.3388/ 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 email...
Jun 25, 2025•34 min
Send us a text This week the Madcaps discuss the Santa Fe River and region with Lars Andersen, a Florida legend who has spent decades as a guide in northeast and north central Florida. Lar's Website: https://adventureoutpost.net/ Lar's Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lars.andersen.3388/ 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 ...
Jun 18, 2025•35 min•Season 3Ep. 23
Send us a text A listener suggested this awesome episode. This week the Madcaps discuss some of the basics of kayaking from their perspective after paddling dozens of miles in Florida's waterways. 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:...
Jun 11, 2025•32 min•Season 3Ep. 23
Send us a text This week Ryan and Danielle finish discussing the rest of the springs located in the Florida Springs Passport Vol. 1. If you are looking for some new springs to visit this episode covers the basic info for a number of awesome springs in 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 a...
Jun 04, 2025•29 min•Season 3Ep. 22
Send us a text Since it is officially springs season in Florida. Ryan and Danielle of the Florida Springs Passport give an overview of the springs listed in the passport. So if you have springs on your mind or just wanted to learn about some possible new ones you haven't visited. This is the episode for you! The Florida Springs Passport is available at: https://floridaspringspassport.com/ Please subscribe! Shares and reviews are much appreciated! Get your FREE sticker from the Florida Springs Co...
May 28, 2025•25 min•Season 3Ep. 21
Send us a text While Guana River WMA is in the news now due to an attempted land swap. This week Ryan, Sarah, and Nancy discuss what makes Guana great as far as wildlife, history, and recreation opportunities. Guana River WMA https://myfwc.com/recreation/lead/guana-river/ GTM: One of Florida's three Estuarine Reserch Reserves https://gtmnerr.org/ 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 ...
May 21, 2025•32 min
Send us a text *Correction in the podcast. The wreck of the Confederate Steamship Madison in Troy Spring is from the Civil War not WW2* This week Ryan and Danielle discuss some of the minor mishaps that have occurred while they have explored the springs and how to avoid repeating them. From unexpected thunderstorms to paddleboard falls we cover some of the more significant things that have gone wrong. Please subscribe! Shares and reviews are much appreciated! Get your FREE sticker from the Flori...
May 14, 2025•33 min•Season 3Ep. 19
Send us a text This week Rachael aka Lady Florida ( https://www.instagram.com/_lady_florida?igsh=Nml5czJrZDVpNzZk ) discusses enjoying and responsible behavior in Everglades National Park. 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:/...
May 07, 2025•38 min•Season 3Ep. 18
Send us a text This week the Madcaps discuss Chris and Chelsey's two day hike on the Pioneer Trail in Jennings State Forest. The flagship trail in Florida State Forests and one of the best in the state. Located in Northeast Florida not far from Jacksonville, it is a bucket list hike. Info on the trail can be found here: https://www.fdacs.gov/Forest-Wildfire/Our-Forests/State-Forests/Jennings-State-Forest/Pioneer-Trail Please subscribe! Shares and reviews are much appreciated! Get your FREE stick...
Apr 30, 2025•36 min•Season 3Ep. 17
Send us a text While Chris and Chelsey are out and about in Florida, Danielle of the Florida Springs Passport joined the podcast. This week we discussed the things to know when visiting the springs this summer and some of our favorite ones to enjoy. To learn more about the springs or to purchase a Florida Springs Passport go to: https://floridaspringspassport.com/ Each purchase benefits a couple of organizations that advocate for the springs here in Florida. Ichetuknee Springs State Park Map htt...
Apr 23, 2025•28 min•Season 3Ep. 17
Send us a text This week the Madcaps share even more of their favorite Florida happy places in the environment. Torreya State Park, Lime Sink Run, and more are discussed. 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...
Apr 16, 2025•31 min•Season 6Ep. 16
Send us a text This week the Madcaps discuss the various state and national forests in Florida and some of the rules and policies that govern them. 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/ C...
Apr 09, 2025•34 min•Season 3Ep. 15
Send us a text This weekend (April 5th-6th) is the Florida State Park love fest occurring in multiple state parks around the state. Activities include various activities from sign waving, hiking, potluck picnics, and more, depending on the event location. To find out what is going on in a park near you, go to: https://savefloridaparks.com/. Many remember the surprise attempts to develop our Florida State Parks last August. Some lawmakers have put forth bills that prevent that from happening agai...
Apr 04, 2025•12 min•Season 3Ep. 14
Send us a text After traveling hundreds of thousands of miles and visiting Florida's natural areas, the Madcaps discuss which parts of Florida bring them joy. This episode covers: Topsail Hill Rock Springs Run Magniloa Lake The Everglades Emerald Coast 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 theflo...
Apr 01, 2025•30 min•Season 3Ep. 13
Send us a text This week the Madcaps Discuss their hiking adventures in St Johns Water Management District Properties and we mention those that we have yet to explore. To see the full list check out this link: https://www.sjrwmd.com/lands/recreation/list/ 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 the...
Mar 26, 2025•38 min•Season 3Ep. 12
Send us a text This week the Madcaps discuss paddling on the Rainbow River and Ichetuknee River! Both offer some great views of clear spring runs. Unfortunately, there is a bill that is going through the legislature that is going to remove rules that prohibit single-use plastics and containers on these rivers. Follow the Florida Excursionist and The Florida Springs Council on social media to see how you can make a difference! Please subscribe! Shares and reviews are much appreciated! Get your FR...
Mar 19, 2025•32 min•Season 3Ep. 11
Send us a text This week Ryan, Jessica (IG walkandpaddle), and TJ a manatee biologist from the Save the Manatee Club discuss responsible behaviors when encountering manatees in the various waterways of Florida. As the Manatee Biologist for Save the Manatee Club, Tiare 'TJ' Fridrich works to protect manatees and their aquatic habitats by collaborating with stakeholders statewide, advocating for stronger protections at all government levels, leveraging the best available science to guide conservat...
Mar 12, 2025•37 min•Season 3Ep. 10
Send us a text This week the Madcaps discuss some of their paddling adventures on Florida waterways. There are some recommended and not-so-recommended paddle spots between us. 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.instagra...
Mar 05, 2025•36 min•Season 3Ep. 9
Send us a text This week the Madcaps discuss the trails within some of the properties of the St Johns Water Management District. These are rarely used by comparison to some of the major trails in Florida and offer glimpses into lesser known natural areas. 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 the...
Feb 26, 2025•36 min•Season 3Ep. 8
Send us a text This week Ryan and Cathy of the Florida Spectacular Podcast (check them out!) interview Federico Acevedo and Max Chesnes both who played a role of providing information to the public during the Florida State Park Development fiasco and discuss the events during this podcast. Some info about our guests: Federico Acevedo is a passionate wildlife photographer and birder, using the power of visual storytelling to connect Florida’s community with our region’s unique fauna and flora. He...
Feb 19, 2025•34 min•Season 3Ep. 7
Send us a text This week is the first half of the live recording of a collaboration podcast between Ryan of The Florida Madcaps and Cathy Salustri of The Florida Spectacular Podcast. Recorded in front of an audience. TJ of the Save The Manatee Club discussed all things manatees. Some info our our guest TJ: As the Manatee Biologist for Save the Manatee Club, Tiare 'TJ' Fridrich works to protect manatees and their aquatic habitats by collaborating with stakeholders statewide, advocating for strong...
Feb 12, 2025•27 min•Season 3Ep. 6
Send us a text This week the Madcaps take turns discussing their favorite paddle destinations in Florida. There are too many for this episode so expect more! 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_excur...
Feb 05, 2025•30 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Send us a text This week Bree from @hiberniahistory (filling in for the ever adventuring Sunshine State Seekers) and Ryan discuss their favorite destinations along Florida's First Coast from the little-known area of Hibernia to the plantation ruins around Ormond Beach. 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 ...
Jan 29, 2025•29 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Send us a text This week the Madcaps discuss micro hiking. Which is often what naturalists do by paying attention to the details to the wildlife, vegetation, tracks, and signs of wildlife on the trail. It can take a short hike and turn it into an adventure. There are various apps and resources to help! https://www.inaturalist.org/ (plant and animal identification app/website) https://merlin.allaboutbirds.org/ (bird ID, uses your smartphone microphone to listen and identify birds) Please subscrib...
Jan 22, 2025•30 min•Season 3Ep. 3
Send us a text Our guest this week can be found on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/hiberniahistory/ The Nike Missle Site Festival details can be found at: https://www.nps.gov/ever/planyourvisit/nike-site-festival.htm This week the Madcaps discuss the rest of their Everglades experiences such as hiking the pine rocklands, the Nike Missle Site, and Shark Valley. Please subscribe! Shares and reviews are much appreciated! Get your FREE sticker from the Florida Springs Council and sign up to ...
Jan 15, 2025•29 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Send us a text On this week's episode the Madcaps camp at Everglades National Park and discuss their experiences hiking and enjoying the fascinating Everglades Ecosystem. 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...
Jan 08, 2025•28 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Send us a text This week the Madcaps continue the discussion of their encounters with wildlife while enjoying the outdoors in 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 Chel...
Jan 01, 2025•33 min
Send us a text This week the Madcaps discuss the wildlife encounters that they have had while exploring Florida from freeloading raccoons to swinging monkeys. 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_excu...
Dec 25, 2024•31 min
Send us a text In this episode, the Madcaps joined by Ryan Smart, a Florida politics insider discuss the upcoming strategy to inform and organize environmental advocates for the upcoming 2025 legislative session and to oppose further attempts to develop our conservation lands. This means along side the usual Madcaps episodes we will be rolling out weekly legislative-focused episodes as well. These episodes will be titled “As Bad As It is” and will feature discussions about the legislative proces...
Nov 20, 2024•34 min
Send us a text This week the Madcaps are joined by Florida Trail Association (FTA) Advancement Committee Chair Tiffany Bright to discuss the upcoming FTA Brews for Views event where anyone can support the Florida Trail Association by grabbing a beer and scanning the barcode on a provided cocktail napkin at the following locations: Nov. 16 – Deviant Wolfe, Sanford (Central Florida Chapter) https://www.facebook.com/share/14AFQuKyiU/ Nov. 17 – Infinite Ale Works, Ocala (Sandhill Chapter) https://ww...
Nov 13, 2024•27 min•Season 2Ep. 42
