CopperCanyonGuy
Dave Hensleigh…CopperCanyonGuy
Dave rolling along on the train through Copper Canyon
People enjoy riding the rails through this vast land with Dave Hensleigh, and he enjoys it too! His experience, his keen insight on the land and culture of the country, his unbridled passion for the experience there- all of this combines to make him the ideal Copper guide.
Roots:
Dave hails from rural roots in Kansas and was educated in the Midwest and Texas, earning an undergrad in Math and a Masters in Biology. All through his youth, the trails, mountains, grasslands and wild places of the Midwest and West were his haunt. One summer in college was spent roaming Yosemite, and since, backpacking the Sierras has been a hobby.
Experience:
For thirty years, Dave has been leading groups of people on trips and adventures and his cumulative experience in this work is vast. Several years ago he connected with Copper Canyon, fell in love with the place and its people, and immersed himself in the Sierra Madre culture.
Vision:
He started Authentic Copper Canyon with a vision to give curious travelers a vivid experience in the true life of Copper and its people- not simply a vacation or resort experience. Recently, writers traveling with Dave on the train referred to him as a “relationship machine.” No one on the train is a stranger and he has friendships up and down the canyon. Dave is curious and loves to facilitate the serendipitous journeys for which Authentic Copper Canyon is famous.
The Team:
Dave has assembled a team of expert guides and providers in the Sierra Madres that work together to provide vivid, safe and memorable experiences for each guest. This articulate group are experts on the history, wildlife, and lore of the Copper Canyon region.
What Dave Offers:
Our Copper Canyon Tours are more of an experience than just a tour…like you get to know local people, hang out in little towns, and get a full taste of theSierra Madre food- very unique. The trips range from train trips featuring out of the way places to rigorous adventure trips in Copper Canyon. All hotels have private rooms, clean linens, and hot water.
Welcome Aboard!
Travel with Dave for just a day and you will know the place more deeply, you will meet and enjoy some new Mexican friends…and your life will be enriched.
