Brent Heffron

Outdoor Recreation Coordinator

Birthplace: Charleston, SC
Affiliation: U.S. Army Veteran

Brent is a U.S. Army veteran with a strong background in leadership, outdoor education, and tourism management. After earning his undergraduate degree from San Diego State University, Brent enlisted in the infantry and went on to serve with distinction in the 173rd Airborne Infantry Brigade Combat Team and the 1st Special Warfare Training Group (Airborne). Following a medical retirement from the military, he pursued his passion for the outdoors and completed a Master's degree in Tourism Management from Colorado State University.

Since transitioning from active duty, Brent has dedicated himself to helping fellow veterans reconnect with nature through guided outdoor adventures. His work focuses on leveraging the therapeutic power of the outdoors to support veteran wellness and reintegration.