Morgan Schmidt

Hello and welcome! The name's Morgan (they/them). My trail name's Captain Blogger. I'm 25 and I have spent most of my time since graduating high school doing outdoor seasonal work to get me out of the Midwest. What can I say? I love the mountains. I'll be attempting a NOBO thru-hike on the Appalachian Trail starting March 2024. Those who enjoy a sense of humor, deep thoughts, and discussion of the taboo, follow along my journey as I stumble and slide my butt to Mt. Katahdin (or the next burger joint). I'll see ya there!

Posts

Day 39: Chihuahuas and Swimming Holes

Day 39: Chihuahuas and Swimming Holes

Rotisserie Chicken Last night was an experience. I am a rotisserie chicken a.k.a I constantly roll around in my sleep. With no sheets and the

May 4, 2024 : Morgan Schmidt
Day 38: Dry Bumping and Biker Gangs

Day 38: Dry Bumping and Biker Gangs

Weird Dreams and Breakfast I did a lot of dreaming last night. The most memorable one was where I was yelling at my dad for his insistence on me

May 2, 2024 : Morgan Schmidt
Day 37: Big Bald, Hail, and Shots!

Day 37: Big Bald, Hail, and Shots!

Sleepy Morning I did not sleep well. The cabin was so hot and instead of using the hostel provided blanket, I kept reaching for my ten degree

Apr 30, 2024 : Morgan Schmidt
Day 36: Oatmeal Gag-Fest and Poop Stories

Day 36: Oatmeal Gag-Fest and Poop Stories

Another Oatmeal Gag-Fest It was cold when I awoke. Not super freezing, but my nose was cold and I had no desire to get out of my warm bag. I did,

Apr 28, 2024 : Morgan Schmidt
Day 35: Big Butt and Howling Winds

Day 35: Big Butt and Howling Winds

Howling Winds The good news is, it didn't rain in the night. The bad news is, the wind was howling like a train. And that was with my earplugs in.

Apr 26, 2024 : Morgan Schmidt
Day 34: Wet Clothes and Mice Track Meets

Day 34: Wet Clothes and Mice Track Meets

Mice Track Meet The FarOut comments were right. The mice are active. Very active. They didn’t even wait until sundown to start speeding inside the

Apr 24, 2024 : Morgan Schmidt
Day 33: Rivers of Sleeve Water and Not Fine Bucks

Day 33: Rivers of Sleeve Water and Not Fine Bucks

Reluctant Morning I did not sleep well. My phone was across the room because the power station was there and I think knowing that I couldn't easily

Apr 22, 2024 : Morgan Schmidt
Day 32: Sweaty Hiker Soup and Eclipses

Day 32: Sweaty Hiker Soup and Eclipses

Late Night Arrivals Last night was the night I felt most unsafe while on trail. It wasn't due to the people I was with, but the people I could hear

Apr 20, 2024 : Morgan Schmidt
Day 31: Echoing Shrieks and Blackhole Stomachs

Day 31: Echoing Shrieks and Blackhole Stomachs

Beginner Backpacking Clinic It was an early morning for me. I got up at 7:00 and knew that I'd be putting in a long day. Everything was covered in

Apr 18, 2024 : Morgan Schmidt
Day 30: Max Patch and Roaring Forks Trail Magic

Day 30: Max Patch and Roaring Forks Trail Magic

Late Night Scare I slept very well last night. My sleeping bag kept me warm in thirty degree weather. I dreamt - although, it was about soft beds

Apr 16, 2024 : Morgan Schmidt