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This week is part 1 of 2 of our podcast of National Public Lands Day and Florida's National Parks.  Started in 1994 and occurring on the 4th Saturday in September, National Public Lands Day celebrates our public lands with volunteer opportunities and events.  Many of our national parks are free, so we decided to discuss the significant ones in Florida!  Enjoy!

https://www.nps.gov/subjects/npscelebrates/public-lands-day.htm

https://www.neefusa.org/national-public-lands-day

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This week, the Madcaps were extremely fortunate to have special guest Anthony Sleiman, who is well known for his dark sky photography in the Everglades.  Anthony shares how he became fascinated with the Everglades and some interesting stories of his adventures.  To see Anthony's amazing work, check out the links below.

website:  https://www.anthonysleiman.com/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/Anthsleiman/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/anthsleimanphotography

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This week the Madcaps continue on their list of parks and places that have cabins for rent in Florida.  Sometimes, dealing with the heat while camping and lugging around a ton of gear isn't for everyone.  Some want to enjoy what the park has to offer, then retire to a climate-controlled space with a comfortable bed.  Well, there are just over 20 Florida State Parks that offer cabins with varying amenities from bunkhouses to modern buildings, these parks are worth checking out.  The cabins can be quite affordable and are in demand, so plan your visit well in advance!

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Sometimes, dealing with the heat while camping and lugging around a ton of gear isn't for everyone.  Some want to enjoy what the park has to offer, then retire to a climate controlled space with a comfortable bed.  Well, there are just over 20 Florida State Parks that offer cabins with varying amenities from bunkhouses to modern buildings, these parks are worth checking out.  The cabins can be quite affordable and are in demand, so plan your visit well in advance!

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With the summer heat at all time highs, one of the best ways to cool off is in some of our springs and rivers.  The Santa Fe River has some fantastic springs and things to do.  We discuss them here in this episode from summer a couple of years ago!

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This week, the Madcaps discuss activity leading in Florida.  Leaning on their training and experiences, they discuss sharing some of the natural areas of Florida with others in a group setting.

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A repost of one of our popular episodes last year, it's the Madcaps tips for having fun in Florida's outdoors with the heat other 

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This week the Madcaps have special guest Robin Serne from CREW  to discuss the ecological importance of the Corkscrew Regional Ecosystem Watershed (CREW) and some of the recreational opportunities there.  From alligators to Florida Panthers, many species call this area home.

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Lars Andersen, noted Florida guide and Florida Master Naturalist Instructor, joins us to discuss the various aspects of Silver Springs and the Silver River.  

Lar's Website:

https://adventureoutpost.net/

Lar's Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/lars.andersen.3388/

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Chris and Chelsey can be found at https://www.instagram.com/sunshinestateseekers/?hl=en