The Florida Madcaps

Send us Fan Mail Recently, we asked the public on social media what concerns they had about hiking in Florida. There was a list long enough to do an entire series. In this episode, we discuss the more popular concerns listed. 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...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we have Tiffany Bright the executive director of the Rattlesnake Conservancy, on to discuss the do's and don'ts when it comes to encountering venomous snakes while in the outdoors. To learn more about the Rattlesnake Conservancy click here: https://www.savethebuzztails.org/ To get tickets or learn more about The Rattlesnake Conservancy's annual fundraiser "Get Buzzed for Buzztails" click here: https://www.savethebuzztails.org/gb4b Please subscribe! Sh...

Send us Fan Mail This past weekend, the Madcaps went to South Florida. Ryan visited the Florida Keys and Everglades. Chris and Chelsey visited Southwest Florida. They share their experiences and recommendations in this episode. 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...

Send us Fan Mail Our guest this episode is Tim Gilmore and we discuss his book “The Wilderness and Willie Browne” Tim Gilmore writes about the haunted South and the spirit of place. He’s the author of 27 books and four stage works produced at Florida State College at Jacksonville, where he teaches writing. His newest book, Memphis Wood and the Sanctified Fecund, will launch on October 15, 2026 at the Mandarin Museum in Jacksonville. Gilmore is the creator of jaxpsychogeo.com, a 14 year (thus...

Send us Fan Mail While folks flock to the beaches, springs, and lakes, many trails in the summer are neglected and offer some great exploring and wildlife viewing opportunities. However, heat illness is a serious risk as well. This week the Madcaps discuss their favorite hiking areas, strategies, and tips for hiking in the Florida summer. Please subscribe! Shares and reviews are much appreciated! Get your FREE sticker from the Florida Springs Council and sign up to be a spr...