Sifre van Teeffelen

Hi! I'm Sifre, a recent graduate of Molecular Life Sciences from the Netherlands. I love to hike because it is a connection to the fascinating natural world, because reaching destinations solely by the power of your feet just has something special, and because my life is inspired by the adventurous spirit of Pippi Longstocking. While I've explored multiple trails in Europe, none took longer than two weeks. However, in April, I will attempt to hike the Pacific Crest Trail. Through my experiences before and along the way, I hope to share insights and inspiration.

Posts

Final steps in the Southern California section (Miles 267-702)

Final steps in the Southern California section (Miles 267-702)

Adjusting to life on the trail came easier than getting used to my trail name. "Sprinkles, what do you think?" someone would ask, and I'd think,

Jun 8, 2024 : Sifre van Teeffelen
The First Steps: Adventures on the First 10% of my Pacific Crest Trail Hike (Mile 0-266)

The First Steps: Adventures on the First 10% of my Pacific Crest Trail Hike (Mile 0-266)

The journey begins Leaving behind the comforts of Scout&Frodo’s, where hikers where provided with everything they could need, I continued to the

May 19, 2024 : Sifre van Teeffelen
Ready, Set, Trek! My Journey from Doubts to Dreams in Preparation of the PCT

Ready, Set, Trek! My Journey from Doubts to Dreams in Preparation of the PCT

Tackling all the to do´s  As my departure date gets closer, I find myself looking proudly at the planning board I crafted six months ago. Preparing

Apr 7, 2024 : Sifre van Teeffelen
How I Tested my Solo Hiking Capabilities on the Peaks of the Balkans Trail

How I Tested my Solo Hiking Capabilities on the Peaks of the Balkans Trail

The idea My journey into solo hiking began unexpectedly in Corsica, as detailed in my previous post, but this was driven by circumstances rather

Apr 2, 2024 : Sifre van Teeffelen
How a Corsican Storm Led Me to the Pacific Crest Trail

How a Corsican Storm Led Me to the Pacific Crest Trail

Introduction As this marks my first post on The Trek, allow me to introduce myself. I’m 25 years old, from the Netherlands, and recently graduated

Mar 28, 2024 : Sifre van Teeffelen