The Tour de Scranton 17 bike ride and riverwalk, a non-competitive bike ride for riders of every age and skill level, will be held on Sunday, Sept. 26.

The event benefits the Erin Jessica Moreken Dug & Alcohol Treatment Fund, Inc., which was established in 2002 in memory of Erin, who died at the age of 28 of a drug overdose.

Participants are eligible to win one of several bikes, and one of many gift certificates or prizes to be awarded.

The bike ride will be monitored from start to finish by adult volunteers and cyclists at regular check points, making it a safe and enjoyable way to have fun and raise much-needed funding to assist young people struggling with substance use disorders.

Each year, the event raises monies to offer high school scholarships to help worthy seniors who are going on to post-high school education despite dysfunction in their homes because of drugs and alcohol. Erin’s Fund has provided rent money to candidates who have completed Treatment Court and are moving to a sober home. In addition, the fund has sponsored inspirational speakers such as Chris Herron to educate the community at no charge.

The cost is $ 25.00 for walk and $ 45.00 for bike. There is a family price adults and children under 18 $ 65.00.

The event is held rain or shine. Participants can ride a bike from 8 miles to 65 miles. The walk is on the Lackawanna Heritage Trail on Olive Street, Scranton. It is family-friendly and also for more experienced riders. Check out www.tourdescranton.com for more information.