A meal. A helping hand.
Hot meals at hiker events and gatherings, and new hiking gear giveaways that meet practical needs along the journey.
Sharing the Gospel. Serving the hiker.On the trail.
On the trail.
In the hedges.
Meeting hikers where they are—with practical help, genuine relationships, and the love of Jesus Christ.
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FAITH • COMMUNITY • THE TRAILLUKE 14:23
01 / Our missionGood news.
Good news.
Real help.
Right where they are.
In The Hedges is a Christian hiker ministry reaching people on America’s trail systems with the love and Gospel of Jesus Christ. We serve practical needs, build genuine relationships, pray with hikers, and share God’s Word.
Help along the way.
Rides on and off the trail, helping hikers save money on resupply trips and get where they need to go.
Room for deeper things.
Personal prayer, Bible studies, and meaningful Gospel conversations, built on genuine relationships.
02 / The trail aheadA place to rest.
A place to rest.
A community to find.
Our vision is a network of safe, welcoming hiker hostels on major U.S. trails—places to rest, resupply, shower, wash clothes, and recover.
Each hostel will offer Christian hospitality, community, prayer, and opportunities to hear the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Help build the vision ↗A future vision, made possible through partnership.
03 / Gather with us
Faith for the journey.
Join the Bible study or connect with the ministry at an upcoming church gathering.
EVERY TUESDAY
7:00 PM Eastern
Hiking Through Hebrews
A weekly Bible study. Contact Joe for details on joining.
OCT 21
Speaking at PCF Youth
October 21, 2026
OCT 25
Preaching at University Assembly
Columbus, Georgia · October 25, 2026
OCT 28
Special music at Grace Presbyterian Church
October 28, 2026
Life on the trail
People. Places. Purpose.
A glimpse of the journeys, gatherings, and everyday moments of In The Hedges. Select a photo to see the full picture.
A moment from the journey
From the trail.
04 / Walk with usYou can be part
You can be part
of the next step.
We’re building a team of prayer and monthly financial partners to sustain trail outreach today and prepare for future hostels.
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Joe Lewis AGUSM
In The Hedges / Hiker Ministry
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