When Bill first started the Appalachian trial in 1999, he thought he was checking off a bucket list item. He was ready for some time to self reflect, catch up on books, and other things, but God had other plans. Throughout the hike, Bill aka Circuit Rider, found unbelievable comradery, thousands of people searching for answers, and countless ministry opportunities. Even after his first through hike, God provided opportunity after opportunity to put Bill back on the trail.

24 Years later Bill is still doing full time AT ministry with over 1000 miles per year on the trail. If you'd like to, you can send donations to support Bill at:

Bill Newman

Heartbeat Appalachian Trail

P.O. Box 361St. Ignace, MI 49781

(906) 298 0107