Remembrance
Ed Honton was the founder of the Ohio to Erie Trail and the non-profit organization’s first president. It was his vision in 1991 to have a recreational path from Cincinnati to Cleveland mostly using former railroad and canal corridors. Through Ed’s dedication and hard work, the Ohio to Erie Trail became a reality. It was a tremendous loss in 2005 when Ed died, but his legacy will be enjoyed for centuries.
Along the Alum Creek Trail, please take a few minutes, pause and read about Ed’s story on a large bronze plaque on the west side of the Steel Truss bridge dedicated to this Ohio trailblazer and visionary. Please listen to the
Ohio to Erie Trail Song and read the lyrics on this
page.
A plaque honoring previous President
Dr. Tom Moffitt has been placed along the trail in the Hamilton County. Dr. Moffitt led the board to carry out Ed Honton’s vision, resulting in the completion of many miles. The annual Moffitt Memorial Ride is held in remembrance of Dr. Moffitt to continue the river to lake ride that he established first as an informal group in 2013, then as an organized group event and trail fundraiser.
Funding Sources
Learn more about the past, present and future funding sources for the organization and the trail.Funding Sources