The Florida Madcaps

By: Sunshine State Seekers and the Florida Excursionist
  • 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
  • As Bad As it Is: The Advocates Guide to Florida Legislature Fundamentals
    Nov 24 2024

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    Where to find your delegation meetings:

    1000 Friends of Florida's Legislative Delegation Meeting Page - https://1000fof.org/upcoming-events/

    FDACS Commissioner discussing his plan to sell off Florida Wildlife Corridor conservation lands:

    Wilton Simpson Talking about Selling off Conservation Lands - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wEGCm7UiEjM&t=1455s

    The bill that was filed to allow conservation lands to be sold and removing any public involvement from the process:

    Senate Bill 1620 "Surplus Lands" - https://flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2024/1620

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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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    55 mins
  • The Madcaps Strategy for Environmental Activism in 2025
    Nov 20 2024

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    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 process in Florida, how it affects our environment, and what we can do about it.

    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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    34 mins
  • Florida Trail Association: Upcoming events and how to get involved!
    Nov 13 2024

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    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://www.facebook.com/share/1DcVG4aVSQ/

    Nov. 19 – Wicked Barley, Jacksonville (NFTB Chapter)
    https://www.facebook.com/share/1DQMN7KroF/

    Nov. 22 – Calusa Brewing, Sarasota (Suncoast Chapter)
    https://www.facebook.com/share/1GEmY3sa5J/

    Nov. 23 – Azalea City Brewing, Palatka (Black Bear Chapter)
    https://www.facebook.com/share/1EPrGavaNu/


    Also we cover opportunities to get involved with the FTA (which all the Madcaps support). For inquiries simply email chelseys@floridatrail.org for more information.


    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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    27 mins

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