Local Legends - Episode 8 with David Hekel, Ranger, Rider, Photographer 

Ranger Dave is many things - a ranger, rider, and passionate about all things in nature.  If you ride Hodges, raced in the QnD Filthy 50, or participated annual Archipelago or the BWR, you have been on the trails he oversees and directly affects these trails.  The funny thing is I've talked to Dave many times not knowing he is Ranger Dave.. I knew him from gravel rides.  You learn quickly that he is a very cool guy, strong rider and genuinely fun laugh.  Then I learned he was a ranger and his cool factor went up. I had so much fun talking with Dave about his role at SDRP and how he became a ranger which is a fun story, also talked about how he got into cycling and his passion for riding, and learned so much about his direct affect on the trails.  It was also fun to talk more about his Scottish heritage and the trips he offers in Scotland and future bike trips which he accounts is because of the Freedom to Roam and 3 Rules that allows people to bike ANYWHERE in Scotland.   

Learn more about San Dieguito River Park events (e.g. docent hikes) - www.sdrp.org 

Learn about Scotland Nature tours - https://www.ksnaturephotography.com/workshops-tours/ Follow Dave at @scotlandgravel on IG You can also see his artwork on IG #rangerdavephotography

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