On Saturday, October 1, Erie Cattaraugus Rail Trail, Inc. will host the second annual EA2EVL Charity Ride. The goal of this ride is to raise awareness and funds to continue to clear, open, and maintain the 27-mile ECRT trail.
The on-road ride begins in East Aurora and travels 42 miles to Ellicottville, with a post-ride celebration at Holiday Valley.
The bike event starts in East Aurora at 42 North Brewery and travels south down scenic Route 240, riding on the road parallel to the ECRT trail from West Falls into Concord. The course continues through the fall foliage and rolling hills to Route 242 into the town of Ellicottville. The event ends at a finish line party at Holiday Valley, open to the public, featuring food, drinks, live music, and raffles. Transportation will be offered to bring riders back to East Aurora, or riders can get special rates for lodging at Holiday Valley.