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Swamp Buggy Fever!

Roger and Scotty McCandless reflect on the 'Rat On' swamp buggy racing tradition

Preview | 1m 50s

For over 75 years, the Swamp Buggy has been an annual tradition in Naples.

Originally designed to help navigate through the hardened terrain and murky bogs, the swamp buggy has evolved into a thrilling competition. As a preview to the upcoming WGCU documentary "Swamp Buggy Fever!"

01/20/2026

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Swamp Buggy Fever! is a local public television program presented by WGCU-PBS

Swamp Buggy Fever! - :55sec Promo

Preview | 54s | In Naples, Florida, swamp buggy racing isn’t just a sport — it’s a living tradition. (54s)

Roger and Scotty McCandless reflect on the 'Rat On' swamp buggy racing tradition

Preview | 1m 50s | For over 75 years, the Swamp Buggy has been an annual tradition in Naples. (1m 50s)

Mr. Pogo and Growlin’ Gertie keep a Naples family’s swamp buggy memories rolling

Preview | 3m 31s | The old style of Florida living is one that is hard to give up. (3m 31s)

Meet swamp buggy racers featured in WGCU’s 'Swamp Buggy Fever!'

Preview | 1m | The drivers are what make the swamp buggy races in Naples so exciting. (1m)

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