History of CORA

In the 1990s, opportunities to ride singletrack trails in Greater Cincinnati were limited. CORA was founded in 1996 by a group of local riders who came together to build and advocate for sustainable natural surface trails.


Since then, CORA has led a shift in how our region thinks about trails. What began as an effort to create more places to ride has grown into a movement to expand access to the outdoors for all. Today, CORA is recognized not only for the miles of trail built and maintained but for its commitment to creating welcoming, connected trail systems that serve a broad and growing community of riders, runners, and hikers across our region.

Today

Today, the Cincinnati Off-Road Alliance maintains over 115 miles of multi-use natural surface trails serving mountain bikers, hikers, trail runners, and adaptive users. CORA’s professional staff and dedicated volunteers lead the work on the ground, while the Board of Directors provides strategic oversight and governance. Together, they collaborate with local partners to expand a connected, inclusive trail network across Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky.

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Our Mission

To bring to life a sustainable world-class trail system in Greater Cincinnati, contributing to the joy, health, and well-being of our neighbors

Meet The Board

Brian Bozeman Brian Bozeman

Brian Bozeman

Board Chair

Favorite Local Trail: Tower…duh!

Favorite Ride Snack: Cool Mint Chocolate Clif Bar

Favorite Local Restaurant: Abigail Street for a nice meal or Take out from Kampuchea Kitchen with a beer at The Post in Fort Thomas

bbozeman@coratrails.org

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Elena Terán Elena Terán

Elena Terán

Vice Chair

Favorite Local Trail: Mitchell Memorial.

Favorite Ride Snack: Dark Chocolate Mocha Clif Bar (it’s discontinued but I still have some!).

Favorite Local Restaurant: Pho Lang Thang.

eteran@coratrails.org

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Joe Hansbauer Joe Hansbauer

Joe Hansbauer

Board Member

Rhiannon Hoeweler Rhiannon Hoeweler

Rhiannon Hoeweler

Board Member

Tom Klinedinst III Tom Klinedinst III

Tom Klinedinst III

Board Member

Olivia (Liv) Birkenhauer Olivia (Liv) Birkenhauer

Olivia (Liv) Birkenhauer

Ex Officio President

Favorite Local Trail: I live nearby four trails, so whichever is green/rideable

Favorite Ride Snack: On the Trail = homemade peanut butter/oats energy bars, Drive Home = peanut butter pretzels

Favorite Local Restaurant: Postmark

obirkenhauer@coratrails.org

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Jason Reser

Jason Reser, Staff

Executive Director

Jason has deep community roots in the Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky region. He joined the CORA Board of Directors in 2014 and served as Trail Development Director beginning in 2019. In 2025, as part of a reimagined approach to fulfill CORA’s Mission and Vision, Jason stepped into the role of Executive Director, where he now leads the charge to create one of the top community trail systems in the country.

Under his leadership, CORA is working toward a transformative plan to build 375 miles of accessible, connected neighborhood trails, develop 14 bike skills parks and playgrounds, and establish 4 regional bike parks. This vision is grounded in CORA’s mission—to bring to life a sustainable, world-class trail system that contributes to the joy, health, and well-being of our neighbors.

His role is instrumental in forging partnerships, securing funding, and guiding long-term planning to ensure these goals become reality.

jreser@coratrails.org

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Isaac Hunter-Linville

Isaac Hunter-Linville, Staff

Administrative Coordinator

Isaac is an avid member of the cycling community in the Greater Cincinnati region with a passion for outdoor recreation. With experience in project management and a drive to make amazing outdoor spaces accessible to all, he was eager to join the CORA team as Administrative Coordinator in the summer of 2023. As a CORA staff member, he is responsible for facilitating communications, coordinating with our outstanding trail stewards and volunteers, and improving organizational efficiency.

isaac@coratrails.org

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Diana Bolton

Diana Bolton, Staff

Trail Program Manager

Diana’s connection to the outdoors began on the trail—hiking, backpacking, cycling, climbing, and exploring local waterways. These experiences shaped her passion for outdoor recreation and deepened her commitment to the natural world. With a background in Environmental Science and Landscape Architecture, Diana joined CORA in spring 2025 as the Trail Program Manager. In her role, she focuses on sustainable trail design, placemaking, and community engagement, leading volunteer groups to co-create trail systems that reflect the needs and voices of the people who use them.

diana@coratrails.org

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Jaki Howser

Jaki Howser, Staff

Communications & Engagement Specialist

Jaki began her journey on two wheels as a cyclist, finding her passion for mountain biking in 2020. Since then, she’s explored the local trails, building connections and a supportive mountain biking community she believes can change lives—both physically and mentally. With a background in Marketing, Communications, and years as a musician in Cincinnati, Jaki joined CORA in fall 2024 as the Communications & Engagement Specialist. In her role, she focuses on amplifying CORA's impact and voice through compelling storytelling and community involvement.

jaki@coratrails.org

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Mitch Watson

Mitch Watson, Staff

Trail Specialist

Mitch’s journey with CORA began with his carpentry skills and passion for trail building, earning him the 2019 Golden Rhino Volunteer Award. From hand-building Devou’s Devils Backbone to leading the Sleepy Hollow updates, Mitch has dedicated years to enhancing local trails. After receiving certification in Mechanized Trail Building from Cam Lockwood of Trails Unlimited, he took on his first professional project with CORA, managing the construction and growth of Nighthawk Bike Park.

Matt Cassini

Matt Cassini, Staff

Trail Specialist

Matt’s journey with CORA began during the construction of the Mitchell Memorial trails, where he became a key volunteer. His dedication helped bring five miles of trails to life at Mount Airy, where he showed up daily to push progress forward. With a technical background in engineering and heavy equipment maintenance, Matt keeps CORA’s trail-building tools running smoothly, even against the challenges of rugged terrain. 

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