Past Activity
Obsidian Loop
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Start date: 07/22/2019
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Start time: 12:00 AM
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End date: 07/22/2019
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End time: 11:59 PM
Description:
AS OF 7/14 WE NEED AN ADDITIONAL DRIVER
NOTE THE EARLY START TIME (beat the heat)
A weekday hike for those of us who prefer that. Trail info: Sullivan's book #45.
On 7/14 there were few bugs and maybe 1/2 mile of the trail had some snow, much of which will be melted by 7/22. There are several easy stream crossings. Wildflowers are good. Views are exceptional.
The hike is steady (but not steep) uphill going in. It crosses a small burn and a substantial lava field, both of which can be hot and dry.
A moderate pace on a trail like this, including occasional stops to enjoy the view, is maybe 2 mph.
Folks who want to hike faster have PCT options.
Driving time is 1.5+ hour each way.
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Event Leader: Steve Adey
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Event Leader Phone: 541-520-9285
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Event Leader Email: steve80adey@gmail.com
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Assistant Leader:
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Event category: Trips
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Area Type: Mountain
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Departure Location: Behind McDonalds, 57th and Main in Springfield
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Rating: Difficult
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Roundtrip total drive miles: 128
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Season: 2019
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Permits Required:
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Event Status: Passed
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Supplies and Equipment Required: Plenty of food and water. Be prepared for bugs and sun. I leave water and snacks in the car for the drive home. There is an Obsidian list of "The 10 Essentials." Some hikers follow the list scrupulously. http://www.obsidians.org/documents/MasterDocs/Summer%20Trips%20Docs/General%20Trips%20Information.pdf You are responsible for your personal comfort and safety, so consider what you need to bring. There will be limited/no cell coverage, the group will be up to 6 challenging miles from the vehicles, and medical help other than bandaids and aspirin can be a long way off.
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participant prerequisites:
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Conditions:
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Total Distance: 12
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Member Fees: 1
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Elevation Gain: 2000
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Non-Member Fees: 5
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Committee: Trips
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Junior member fees: —
