A Hudson Valley resident is embarking on a motorcycle ride across the nation, and they're going with a remarkable purpose.

Ethan Scott Barnett, an activist in Kingston, plans to visit over 33 states and 25 cities.

At each stop, they'll meet with social justice organizers and mutual aid groups to learn how those municipalities tackle problems that are

also prevalent in the Hudson Valley area.

Ethan has started the "The Hudson Valley Freedom Project," a group that aims to help develop the community.

Ethan's "Motorcycle Freedom Ride Around the Nation" kicks off this week.