This episode it’s all things classic Florida. A houseboat adventure expert shows Chad and his family how-to take a houseboat adventure to one of Florida’s crystal clear natural springs on the St. Johns River. Then we meet up with Chef Justin and he shows us how to prepare classic fried mullet. A short trip to the east coast brings Chad to the pristine and tranquil Mosquito Lagoon as Chad and Capt. Mark Wright show us how –to catch shallow water Redfish.
Learn how Florida’s commercial crab fishery works as host Chad Crawford learns this age old trade of the sea, then move to the kitchen with Chef Justin and prepares these delicious crustaceans into Blue Crab Fritters. A trip inland brings the adventure to Lake George for some true Florida Largemouth Bass fishing.
This episode gets you right the face of some of Florida’s most revered creatures. First, we head to Key Largo as Chad meets up with Captain Slate, who takes us on a diving trip and feeds sharks, eels and giant groupers. Sounds dangerous? The man feeds a barracuda names Psycho out of his mouth, we’re in good hands. Then it’s an experience of a scaly variety- a trip to one of Florida’s oldest alligator farms in St. Augustine and Chad jumps in the gator pit and learns that that’s not the sound of a car door slamming – Chomp! Don’t tell the gators, Chef Justin’s recipe this week is Citrus Glazed Gator ribs!
Mountain biking? Florida? Really? Yes! Host Chad Crawford and a mountain biking expert prove that even us flatlanders can have some fun on the trails and hills around Ocala. A quick trip to the kitchen for some Black Bean Cakes with Florida Tomatoes with Chef Justin then, a memorable day at the beach as a 7 time champion sand sculptor shows Chad and his family how to turn the sand into art on Treasure Island.
This episode spans the whole state! First, it’s a trip down to Islamorada for a party boat fishing trip with all the friends you didn’t even know you had. Then Chef Justin shares his recipe for a quick berry and pecan salad featuring all Florida ingredients – including Tupelo Honey, the gem of Florida’s Panhandle. The episode wraps up when Chad meets up with a 3rd generation beekeeper and learns the ropes on bee keeping and shows us how they make that sweet, sweet, Tupelo honey in Wewahitchka.
Join Chad Crawford as he and a shark tagging expert catch one of the deadly predators of the sea off the east coast of Florida. Then he takes his family on a tubing trip down the crystal clear Ichetucknee River. Florida Cooking segment – Pan Seared Pompano
Go deep underwater into hidden underwater caverns as Chad Crawford discovers cave diving in High Spring between Tallahassee and Jacksonville. Then we are traveling to Tampa to find out how Florida’s commercial crab fishery works as seen thru the eyes of Crabby Gus. Florida Cooking segment – Fried Soft Shell Crab
Go back in time as Chad Crawford discovers what it was like to be an original Florida Cracker Cattleman as we go horseback camping and cattle rustlings. Then host Chad Crawford hunts for the Silver King – Tarpon fishing in Islamorada Florida Cooking segment – Florida Orange Beef
Explore the Indian River Lagoon from your own private island as Chad Crawford goes in camping on the Spoil Islands with his family. Then Chad will learn the ancient art of Japanese fish printing called Gyotaku. Artists in Sarasota are keeping this tradition alive and will teach you how to preserve special moments with this art form, using real fish! Florida Cooking segment – Fruit and Veggie Sushi (w/ Chad’s kids)
Chad Crawford dives into ancient fossil beds off the coast of Venice in search of prehistoric sharks’ teeth. Then it’s hands on with one of the oceans bounties as Chad learns how to harvest wild oysters the old fashioned way in palachicola in the Florida panhandle. Florida Cooking segment – Apalachitini w/ fresh oyster shooter
Fly like a bird as Chad learns how-to hang glide over Davenport. Then it’s easy living on the water as Chad and his family takes a houseboat adventure to one of Florida’s numerous crystal clear natural springs on the St’ Johns River near Orlando Florida Cooking segment – Florida Citrus Red Grouper
Discover Florida Coast to Coast in a day on a motorcycle in a How to Do Florida Special Edition. Chad Crawford starts the day with sunrise over the Atlantic at Flagler Beach then venture thru and discovers the back roads and must ride trails thru Florida. Then end the day at our sunset destination on the Gulf of Mexico in Cedar Key. Florida Cooking segment – Florida Muffaletta sandwich (in studio – Justin only)
Chad Crawford leans how to go fly-fishing Florida style in pursuit of Bonefish in the Florida Keys. Then we’re off to Sarasota as Chad explores the Florida mangroves and finds out what it’s like to go paddle-boating along the inland waters. Florida Cooking segment – Surf and Turf, Beef & Shrimp Skewers with Grilled Florida Veggies
Go behind the scenes of the award winning series How to Do Florida. You will be ‘on location’ to see firsthand how a television show is produced, see funny bloopers, meet the production crew, and watch never before footage and highlights from season one and two of this award winning show! Florida Cooking segment – Char Grilled Oysters
Chad learns about what it takes to go fishing in a kayak in Cedar Key. It’s an intimate and unique fishing experience in the backwater fishing holes of Florida’s Gulf Coast. Then we travel deep in Florida’s Ocala National Forest where Chad and a wilderness expert find out if he has what it takes to survive in the wild and remote areas of the sunshine state. Florida Cooking segment – Florida Veg Appetizers
We are taking adventure to new heights as host Chad Crawford straps on gear for a far out jetpack experience in the Florida Keys. Then Chad takes his son on an unforgettable canoe camping trip down the legendary Suwanee River. Florida Cooking segment – Lobster Tomato Mac-n-Cheese
Learn the basics on water safety and etiquette, its Boating 101 in Miami. Then we go searching for lost booty when Chad joins a world famous treasure hunter on a quest for artifacts of the Treasure Coast on the west side of the state. Florida Cooking segment – Red, white and blue Sturgeon with caviar
Dive into the Coral Reefs as Chad help with coral reef restoration in the Florida Keys as he transplants live corals onto damaged reefs to help them grow again. Then Chad visits a historic Florida attraction and gets up close and personal diving with dolphins at Marineland near St. Augustine. Florida Cooking segment – Ultimate Fan Giveaway Getaway Beachside Cook-out!
On this how to Do florida one hour Special Edition Chad takes his family to the greater Bradenton Area for a family vacation. During their stay the Crawford family will explore the county and many activities it has to offer.
Along with Chad Crawford and his wife Kristy, Chef Justin and his wife Caitlyn join them as they show you how easy it is to rent a charted yacht and explore the Florida coastline from Sarasota to Boca Grande. Plus, Chef Justin Timineri’s shows you how to prepare his recipe for Florida Cobia.
With a little help from the guys at iTrekkers, Chad and his crew explore a remote island near Cedar Key on a no-hassle camping trip. Boat rides, seafood feasts, and the great outdoors make this an adventure to remember!
In this episode of how to Do florida, Chad and his wife, Kristy, explore the shops and coastline of New Smyrna Beach, and they get a big surprise on their fishing trip. Plus, local food expert, McKenzie Smith, shows Kristy a new twist on an old favorite – grilled cheese!
Key Largo, diving, and the remnants of Spiegel Grove, a sunken ship, all make this episode a must-see. Chad sets out to explore the famous Spiegel Grove wreck, and discovers why the Florida Keys are an internationally renowned diving destination.
Chad joins some professional divers as they search for goliath groupers off from Deerfield Beach.
Chad travels to the Florida Keys to explore its history and culture.
Chad and his wife, Kristy, count down their favorite family moments from the show's first eight seasons.
Chad wrestles an alligator; a behind-the-scenes look at a gator park; Florida wildlife; an airboat ride into the headwaters of the Everglades.
