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Next Meeting March 25, 2024 @ 7PM at the St Charles School in Peru
Nickel Plate Trail Minutes
February 25, 2025
Attendees: Mike Kuepper, Ted Cox, Bill Click, Steve Gough, Jeff Kassebaum, Dan McCarthy, Bill Wilson, Tim Finster, Gloyd Johnson, David Cota, Tom Bennet, Michelle Cota, Joe Vernon, Navy Vernon, Cathy Click, Kevin Devoe.
Meeting started at 6:59 PM at the St Charles School in Peru.
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The monthly meeting of the Friends of the Nickel Plate Trail is coming up Tuesday, February 25th at 7PM at the Saint Charles School building at 80 W 5th Street. Parking is located on the East side of the school. All are welcome! Come and see what's happening with our great trail.
I'll be at Kokomo Speedway next month for a couple days. Hoping to get out on the bike Saturday morning for an hour or two. Any suggestions as to what to see or do alo g the trail. First time on the trail. Very much looking forward to it.
Next Meeting February 25, 2025 @ 7PM at the St Charles School in Peru
Nickel Plate Trail Minutes
January 28,2025
Attendees: Mike Kuepper, Steve Gough, Doug Martin, Jeff Kassebaum, Dan McCarthy, Bill Shewman, Tim Finster, Terry Finster, Doug Martin, David Cota, Tom Bennett, Samuel Goodwin, Phil Streby
Meeting started at 7:01 PM at the St. Charles School in Peru.
Bill Shewman motioned to approve the Nove
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The Nickel Plate Trail is a non for profit 501c3 organization. Our funding is through grants and private donations by people like you. Please give what you can. All cash donations are tax deductible a...Forgive me if this isn't the place to post this but is there an e-mail or website that someone can suggest to me on sending safety concerns about part of Nickle Plate Trail or can i post it here? The section right at 62nd and allisonville thats right behind the Safeway Gas Station is where i often drive past during my daily commute and i've seen drivers use it as a way to bypass during rush hour. Its obvious this image isn't showing the trail itself but is the spot i'm seeing the issue.
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When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.I love this section of the trail the best. It’s a great place to go to clear your head, get outside with some beautiful scenery, and get a workout in ♥️
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Ronald "Ron" Mofield Obituary | Feb 3, 2025 | Peru, IN
Ronald "Ron" Mofield Obituary | Feb 3, 2025 | Peru, IN
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In Memory of Ron Mofield
There is a stretch of trail we call the “Mofield Mile.” Though it spans more than three miles, the name became a fitting tribute to the man who made it what it is today. Ron Mofield’s dedication to this trail was unmatched—his care and hard work turned it into the best-maintained and most beautiful stretch of the entire 45-mile path.
But Ron’s impact reached far beyond just
Approximately where is the Mofield Mile?
What a wonderful legacy...and thanks for posting...you never really know what goes into a project...you only hear and see the end results. You should post more stories about people involved...people might have a better understanding of what all is involved in making the trail what it is...it takes a community 
So sad to hear...
So grateful for your efforts.
He was a great guy,would see him riding or working on trail always had words of conversation for you he will be missed
So sad to hear this! We would see Ron almost every time we rode the North Trail!! He always had a warm greeting for us. He will truly be missed by all!!
Thank you to all that volunteer on the trail. He sounds like he was a great guy
Perfect! He'd be SO honored, and deservedly so. He'll be so missed by everyone he knew.
Rest in paradise Ron You will be miss by so many
What a nice tribute, and what a great legacy he left.
Rest easy Ron!!! thank you so much for all you did
So sad to hear this, Ron was a great guy. Had some of the best stories at our meetings. Always willing to help or just talk if you saw him out on the trail. 
So sorry to hear this. The Mofield Mile is a fitting tribute. A plaque. Should be installed in that area. Perhaps a Trail Head should be named in his honor as well.
Ron was the first "official" Nickel Plate volunteer I ever met. We struck up a conversation at the "free wood" pile in the Lover's Lane parking lot. We talked and talked - about the storm damage, about the amount of work and volunteers that it takes to maintain the trail, about bike rides, and about the importance (and fun) of staying active--regardless of age. We would meet many times thereafter, on the trail (him working, often alongside Tim) and me simply enjoying the trail that Ron, Tim, and other volunteers keep safe, clean, and as near to perfect as a trail can be. Joe and I will miss Ron's quick smile and his contagious passion for ALL things related to the Nickel Plate.
So sad to hear this. We looked forward to riding the northern section because we would usually get to stop and talk to Ron. He would always have a story and a laugh for us. Ron was such a hard worker and kept the Mofield Mile, and more, beautiful for everyone to enjoy. He will be greatly missed.
Ron was one of the kindest, most helpful, and hardest working men I’ve known. He was a one of a kind and I will miss him so much as will so many. RIH Ron. 
Very nice post and tribute. Many condolences to his family, friends and loved ones.
Beautiful tribute! We will all miss him!!!
Definitely my favorite section of the trail! Thank you for all your hard work! R I P Ron!
Sorry to see this... Ronnie was a friend and neighbor for decades. He will be missed.
Phyllis Latta
Respect
RIP Ron.
Very sad to hear this news!! Ron was like the shell answer man for the trail he will be missed. Praying for family and friends!
Sincere condolences.
So very sorry
He will be greatly missed. Prayers to his family and friends.
So sorry to hear this. If there is a public memorial/event on or along the trail, whether by the family or this group, will you please try to let us know ?
We were heart broken to hear of his passing! 
our sincere condolences to his family.
Deepest condolences.
Such a loss
Omg, I can't believe it! What a terrible loss. This makes me so sad.
I'm heartbroken
Known Ronnie for many years and grew up right down from home.
I am very thankful for the people who are working so hard to keep our nickel plate trail safe and clean!
I talked to Ron several times on the trails. I’m shocked and sad to hear this. What a great guy.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all
I’m so sorry sending prayers for his family and friends
Thank you for your service 
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The monthly meeting of the Friends of the Nickel Plate Trail is coming up Tuesday, January 28th at 7PM at the Saint Charles School building at 80 W 5th Street. Parking is located on the East side of the school. All are welcome! Come and see what's happening with our great trail.
Nickel Plate Trail Minutes from November
Next Meeting January 28, 2024 @ 7PM at the St Charles School in Peru
No meeting in December
November 26, 2024
Attendees: Mike Kuepper, Ted Cox, Bill Click, Steve Gough, Ron Mofield, Doug Martin, Jeff Kassebaum, Dan McCarthy, Jackie McMillen, Shannon Rutkowski, Bill Percy, Donna Percy, Bill Wilson, Gerald Miller, Arelia Miller, Bill Shewman, Dave Campbell, Tim F
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Become part of something bigger with Rails to Trails Conservancy.The Friends of the Nickel Plate meeting took time to be Thankful with lots of pilgrims in attendance.
Fulton County Giving Tuesday
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A few more pictures from the lens of Jackie McMillan.
Last Tuesday it was in the 60’s and rode Peru,Deedsville area. Saw a big buck and first time ever I never saw anyone else out riding.
Have you ever considered using some of these pictures to make a calendar. The calender could be sold to raise money for the trail.
