Light the Trail to End Depression and Suicide
In 2019, members of the Jordan Elizabeth Harris Foundation (JEHF) and their supporters rode from Oregon to Washington D.C. to Light the Trail. The ride reverse-followed the trail of the Lewis and Clark expedition, and each mile of the ride was dedicated to someone who died by suicide. The second Light the Trail ride followed the Mississippi River from the Canadian border to the Gulf of Mexico in 2022. And now, Light the Trail comes home to North Texas.
The first Texas-based Light the Trail bike ride — a 20- or 40-mile ride along the scenic boundaries of Benbrook Lake, through back country roads and back to the lake — is April 11, 2026, starting at 8am. The ride supports The Jordan Elizabeth Harris Foundation. The Jordan Elizabeth Harris Foundation’s mission is to prevent suicide, eliminate stigma, and provide hope to people struggling with depression. Jordan, the oldest of three children, took her life March 27, 2012. The foundation offers programs to workplaces, schools, and communities of faith to prevent suicide. Her parents, Tom and Ellen, are co-Chairs of The JEHF.
“Your commitment to ride with us will support those individuals and families that wrestle with mental health challenges every day,” said Andy Deufel, chairman of the race committee. “We ‘Light the Trail’ to help bring people out of the darkness of depression and into the light of hope.”
The ride is open to race enthusiasts, leisure riders, and those interested in supporting the foundation. Whether you’re in for a steady cruise or a longer challenge, every mile you ride helps make a meaningful impact. To register, visit www.Lightthetrailride.org. Registration is $250 per person. Enter promo code MOMSRIDE2026 for 50% off registration. The ride includes well-stocked rest stops along the way and a post-ride lunch at the finish line.
We encourage riders to register as a fundraiser and accept pledges or donations. Once you have surpassed $250, your registration fee is covered. FMI or to register, visit www.LighttheTrailRide.



