BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Obsidians - ECPv6.15.14//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Obsidians X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://obsidians.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Obsidians REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20190310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20191103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20200308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20201101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20210314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20211107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200626 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200627 DTSTAMP:20260713T150619 CREATED:20200607T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101635Z UID:31961-1593129600-1593215999@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Patterson Mountain DESCRIPTION:Great hike through old growth. Passes forest service shelter on the way to the top with a view of the Willamette drainage. Some wild flowers should be out. Possible snow on ground. Possible mosquitoes\, so bring repellent. \nParticipants will manage their own transportation. Obsidian protocols for social distancing will be observed on the hike. Refer to main website page for information. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/patterson_mountain-25098/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200624 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200625 DTSTAMP:20260713T150619 CREATED:20200604T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101631Z UID:31933-1592956800-1593043199@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte DESCRIPTION:Every Wednesday we do this hike from the Martin Street Trailhead to the summit of Spencer Butte. Compared to starting at the paved Spencer Butte parking lot\, this hike has double the climbing and three times the distance. It is a conditioning hike where everyone is challenging themselves to go at a moderate or fast pace—not like the other hikes on our schedule. It is a great way to get and stay in shape. If this is your first time on this Obsidian hike and/or if this is the first time you have hiked up Spencer Butte from the lowest elevation\, you may want to call the leader to discuss the pace. Registered guests are welcome. If you have questions\, email summertrips@obsidians.org. Come a few minutes early because we leave promptly at the listed time. (Please scroll down to read all of this trip description.)\nSocial distancing will be maintained. Everyone is required to CARRY A FACE COVERING and know how to use it properly. More information is available on the website. Look for Covid-19 Protocols.\nIf you meet someone going your way\, MASK UP\, excuse yourself and pass. If someone is coming the other way\, MASK UP and if that person doesn’t get over\, step aside and face away. If you are following within 8 feet of another person\, you should mask up. You are in their slipstream. People can change their pace and suddenly you’re too close. PLEASE DO THIS. \nIf you can’t see up the trail far enough to have time to put on your covering\, leave it on. Make sure you can quickly put on your face covering. Don’t congregate when you meet someone on the trail or on the summit. Maintain face coverings or stay 6 feet apart.\nIf you don’t feel well\, please don’t come. If you are not willing to follow the guidelines\, please do not join the group. \nTo get to the trailhead: Take West Amazon to Martin Street. Turn left. Drive past Kinney Park and park Martin Street near the Kiosk sign board across from Canyon Drive Street sign with hiker symbol. Please call the leader if any questions. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-25084/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200624 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200625 DTSTAMP:20260713T150619 CREATED:20200604T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101631Z UID:31935-1592956800-1593043199@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte DESCRIPTION:Every Wednesday we do this hike from the Martin Street Trailhead to the summit of Spencer Butte. Compared to starting at the paved Spencer Butte parking lot\, this hike has double the climbing and three times the distance. It is a conditioning hike where everyone is challenging themselves to go at a moderate or fast pace—not like the other hikes on our schedule. It is a great way to get and stay in shape. If this is your first time on this Obsidian hike and/or if this is the first time you have hiked up Spencer Butte from the lowest elevation\, you may want to call the leader to discuss the pace. Registered guests are welcome. If you have questions\, email summertrips@obsidians.org. Come a few minutes early because we leave promptly at the listed time. (Please scroll down to read all of this trip description.)\nSocial distancing will be maintained. Everyone is required to CARRY A FACE COVERING and know how to use it properly. More information is available on the website. Look for Covid-19 Protocols.\nIf you meet someone going your way\, MASK UP\, excuse yourself and pass. If someone is coming the other way\, MASK UP and if that person doesn’t get over\, step aside and face away. If you are following within 8 feet of another person\, you should mask up. You are in their slipstream. People can change their pace and suddenly you’re too close. PLEASE DO THIS. \nIf you can’t see up the trail far enough to have time to put on your covering\, leave it on. Make sure you can quickly put on your face covering. Don’t congregate when you meet someone on the trail or on the summit. Maintain face coverings or stay 6 feet apart.\nIf you don’t feel well\, please don’t come. If you are not willing to follow the guidelines\, please do not join the group. \nTo get to the trailhead: Take West Amazon to Martin Street. Turn left. Drive past Kinney Park and park Martin Street near the Kiosk sign board across from Canyon Drive Street sign with hiker symbol. Please call the leader if any questions. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-25085/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200624 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200625 DTSTAMP:20260713T150619 CREATED:20200227T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101616Z UID:31809-1592956800-1593043199@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Trail Maintenance DESCRIPTION:For this outing we will be brushing the sides of the Tie Trail. We will hike down the Tie Trail to the junction with the Ridgeline and work our way back observing social distancing. \nAttendees will practice social distancing and mask wearing throughout the event. Please bring your own gloves and tools (such as handclippers\, loppers\, machetes\, weed whips\, weed cutters\, etc.). \nMeet at the main Willamette Street Trailhead parking lot\, the paved on Willamette. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/trail_maintenance-25019/ CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200623 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200624 DTSTAMP:20260713T150619 CREATED:20200612T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101637Z UID:31979-1592870400-1592956799@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Mt Baldy DESCRIPTION:Please read the COVID-19 Protocols on the website. We will start on the Ridgeline Trail at west end of Martin Street (not Canyon Drive) to connect with the Amazon Headwaters Trail up to Fox Hollow. From there we will take the new surfaced upper trail to Dillard and Baldy\, down to Spring Trailhead. (About 1 hour and 40 minutes) Depending on the group and weather\, our return trip could include a neighborhood trail adjacent to the powerline—poles would be helpful. Mileage is less if we choose this option. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt_baldy-25107/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200622 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200623 DTSTAMP:20260713T150619 CREATED:20200614T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101638Z UID:31983-1592784000-1592870399@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Kentucky Falls DESCRIPTION:Please read the Covid-19 protocols on the Obsidian website prior to the hike. Participants will manage their own transportation. Obsidian protocols for social distancing will be observed on the hike. \nWe’ll hike downhill 0.8 miles to reach Upper Kentucky Falls. After another 1.4 miles downhill\, we’ll reach two waterfalls side-by-side near the confluence of the North Fork Smith River and Kentucky Creek: North Fork Falls and Lower Kentucky Falls. All three waterfalls are approximately 100 feet high. Then we’ll continue south on the trail another 0.8 miles to a 6 foot waterfall that flows into a 140 foot pool (I have not scouted this last 0.8 miles of the hike). We’ll have lunch at either the twin falls or the lower pool\, then turn around for the uphill hike to the trailhead parking lot. The pace will be leisurely to allow time to take photographs and admire the beauty of the forest. Note to drivers: approximately 4.3 miles of the drive (one-way) is on gravel roads\, and there are a few rough spots. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/kentucky_falls-25109/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200621 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200622 DTSTAMP:20260713T150619 CREATED:20200615T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101639Z UID:31989-1592697600-1592783999@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Ridgeline Special 2 DESCRIPTION:Interested in hiking a 1/2 marathon…over 2 days? Here’s your opportunity! I was inspired by an event called “Summer Solstice Stroll” sponsored by Eclectic Edge Racing to benefit fitness\, community\, and raise money for local youth and families. Additional info and registration: www.EclecticEdgeRacing.com. You do NOT have to sign up for this event in order to participate in either or both of these two Obsidian hikes. And we will NOT be strolling! \nThe hike- up the Ridgeline Trail to Fox Hollow\, up to Baldy\, down to the Spring Trailhead\, on city streets and a secret cut-through trail and then on the Rexius trail back to our cars. Obsidian protocols for social distancing will be observed on the hike/ride. Refer to main website page for information. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/ridgeline_special_2-25112/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200621 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200622 DTSTAMP:20260713T150619 CREATED:20200605T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101632Z UID:31941-1592697600-1592783999@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Patterson Mountain DESCRIPTION:Participants will manage their own transportation. Obsidian protocols for social distancing will be observed on the hike. Refer to main website page for information. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/patterson_mountain-25088/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200620 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200621 DTSTAMP:20260713T150619 CREATED:20200617T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101639Z UID:31991-1592611200-1592697599@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Mt Pisgah Summer Solstice DESCRIPTION:Look for us by near car a row or two down from the fee box. Sunset is 8:58. I plan to take trail 1 to the summit. We will take the main trail (#1) back to the parking lot. Email the leader g_iredale@yahoo.com if you have questions. Obsidian protocols for social distancing will be observed on the hike. Refer to main website page for information. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt_pisgah_summer_solstice-25113/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200620 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200621 DTSTAMP:20260713T150619 CREATED:20200609T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101636Z UID:31969-1592611200-1592697599@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Welcoming Summer Sunrise DESCRIPTION:Let’s welcome sun on the first summer day.\nPlease arrive few minutes early. We will leave promptly at 4:44 AM.\n☮ \n>>Participants will manage their own transportation. Obsidian protocols for social distancing will be observed on the hike/ride. Refer to main website page for information. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/welcoming_summer_sunrise_-25102/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200620 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200621 DTSTAMP:20260713T150619 CREATED:20200606T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101635Z UID:31959-1592611200-1592697599@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Brownsville Loop DESCRIPTION:Meet at Norma Pfeiffer Park\, Coburg. Ride from Coburg to Brownsville and back. Lunch midway at Randy’s. Make sure your bike is healthy. Have a spare tube\, pump\, helmet\, rain gear\, layers\, water\, face covering.\n Participants will manage their own transportation. Obsidian protocols for social distancing will be observed on the outing. Refer to main website page for information. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/brownsville_loop-25097/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200620 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200621 DTSTAMP:20260713T150619 CREATED:20200305T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101620Z UID:31843-1592611200-1592697599@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Mt Pisgah Summer Solstice DESCRIPTION:This is not my usual flexible sunset hike–It takes two hours at a moderate space to get to the top!! We will take Trail 17 to Trail 4 DOWN to Trail 2 and then up 800 ft elevation on the east side. Sunset is 8:58pm.\nThe parking lot will be crowded. Look for us by my car\, two rows down from the fee box. . Our goal is to view the rays of the sunset shining through the Mt. Pisgah Sighting Pedestal. For more about the pedestal\, see the sculptor’s website\, Peter Helzer. Email me at jbjacobsen@comcast.net if you have questions. I have URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt_pisgah_summer_solstice-25037/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200620 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200621 DTSTAMP:20260713T150619 CREATED:20200226T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101614Z UID:31793-1592611200-1592697599@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Marys Peak Wildflowers?? DESCRIPTION:Departure will be from the from the Santa Clara Plaza parking lot on north River Road just north of Division Ave. We will meet near a Burger King on the south side. Trail head starts at Conner’s Camp parking lot. Moderate pace. I’ve always wanted to do this hike on a warm\, clear day when the flowers are blooming. I’m on guessing the best time for flowers. We’ll see what happens. \nParticipants will manage their own transportation. Obsidian protocols for social distancing will be observed on the hike. Refer to main website page for information. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/marys_peak_wildflowers/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200619 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200620 DTSTAMP:20260713T150619 CREATED:20200615T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101639Z UID:31987-1592524800-1592611199@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Ridgeline Special 1 DESCRIPTION:Interested in hiking a 1/2 marathon…over 2 days? Here’s your opportunity! I was inspired by an event called “Summer Solstice Stroll” sponsored by Eclectic Edge Racing to benefit fitness\, community\, and raise money for local youth and families. Additional info and registration: www.EclecticEdgeRacing.com. You do NOT have to sign up for this event in order to participate in either or both of these two Obsidian hikes. And we will NOT be strolling!\nMeeting place: the Ridgeline Trailhead at 52nd and Willamette. We will start by hiking the road through Solar Heights\, so you may want to park on 52nd St. instead of the small parking lot. Then we will hike up to the top of Spencer Butte and back. Obsidian protocols for social distancing will be observed on the hike. Refer to main website page for information. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/ridgeline_special_1-25111/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200619 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200620 DTSTAMP:20260713T150619 CREATED:20200609T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101636Z UID:31967-1592524800-1592611199@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Smith Rock DESCRIPTION:Fri\, 6/19: Depart at 8a from McDonald’s\, Bob Straub and Main\, Springfield\, and drive to SRSP with 1 midway break stop. THIS WILL BE A DAY HIKE\, as follows: start on the Canyon Trail 3.3mi at relaxed pace\, (supposed to have outstanding views of the canyon) with lunch on the trail. A swim in the Crooked River might be an option for some folks late afternoon and/or more exploring in the canyon. Then back to Eugene\, with stop for dinner at Tacodas. This will be the first visit to SRSP for the leader. Participants will manage their own transportation. Obsidian protocols for social distancing will be observed on the hike/ride. Refer to main website page for information.\nLeader available by text\, phone\, or email. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/smith_rock-25101/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200617 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200618 DTSTAMP:20260713T150619 CREATED:20200604T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101631Z UID:31929-1592352000-1592438399@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte DESCRIPTION:In response to Covid-19 a number of changes have been as we restart hikes on a limited\, trial basis. All hikes are limited to a 10 person max\, members only\, and no fees are being collected. Social distancing will be maintained. Everyone is required to carry a face covering and know how to us it properly. Carry hand sanitizer. More information is available on the website. \nIf you meet someone going your way\, MASK UP\, excuse yourself and pass. If someone is coming the other way\, MASK UP and if that person doesn’t get over\, step aside and face the woods. The flowers are great. IF YOU ARE FOLLOWING WITHIN 8 FEET OF ANOTHER PERSON\, YOU MUST MASK UP. WHY? You are in their slipstream\, people change their pace and suddenly you’re too close. PLEASE DO THIS. \nWHEN CAN YOU LEAVE THE MASK OFF?\nIF YOU CAN SEE UP THE TRAIL AND NOBODY IS COMING YOUR WAY.\nYOU ARE MORE THAN 10 FEET BEHIND SOMEBODY YOU ARE FOLLOWING.\nAT THE TOP\, WHEN YOU ARE EATING AND DRINKING\, AND PLEASE DO THAT AWAY FROM OTHERS. \nPLEASE DO NOT CONGREGATE WHEN YOU MEET SOMEONE ON THE TRAIL\, UNLESS YOU ARE 6′ APART. SAME GOES FOR THE TOP. \nTHERE ARE A WIDE VARIETY OF RESPONSES TO COVID AMONG OBSIDIANS\, ALMOST ALL OF WHOM ARE AT UPWARDS OF 8% RISK FOR DEATH IF THEY GET COVID. PLEASE RESPECT THE FEELINGS OF OTHERS. IT IS NOT A JOKE\, MASKS ARE A SIGN OF RESPECT AND ARE TO SOME EXTENT PROTECTIVE OF YOURSELF AS WELL. THERE IS EVIDENCE TO SUPPORT THIS. \nIf you don’t feel well\, please don’t come. If you are not willing to follow the guidelines\, please do not join the group. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-25082/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200617 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200618 DTSTAMP:20260713T150619 CREATED:20200604T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101631Z UID:31931-1592352000-1592438399@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte DESCRIPTION:The hike is now open to 12 people\, but I am more conservative about Covid than it would appear the rest of the area is.\nTherefore\,\nIf you meet someone going your way\, MASK UP\, excuse yourself and pass. If someone is coming the other way\, MASK UP and if that person doesn’t get over\, step aside and face the woods. The flowers are great. IF YOU ARE FOLLOWING WITHIN 8 FEET OF ANOTHER PERSON\, YOU MUST MASK UP. WHY? You are in their slipstream\, people change their pace and suddenly you’re too close. PLEASE DO THIS. \nA FACE SHIELD\, WHICH COSTS URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-25083/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200616 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200617 DTSTAMP:20260713T150619 CREATED:20200605T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101633Z UID:31945-1592265600-1592351999@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Mt Pisgah DESCRIPTION:We’ll take a slow pace to the top and back. The route will be to start up trail 17\, go to trail 4\, and then connect to trail 1 and the top. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt_pisgah-25090/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200616 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200617 DTSTAMP:20260713T150619 CREATED:20200305T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101620Z UID:31845-1592265600-1592351999@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Santiam Wagon Rd & House Rock DESCRIPTION:i-5 to brownsville Meetup/Departure Location: ShopKo Coburg Rd/Chad Dr\,(btwn ShopKo & Taco Bell) URL:https://obsidians.org/event/santiam_wagon_rd__house_rock-25038/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200616 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200617 DTSTAMP:20260713T150619 CREATED:20200223T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101613Z UID:31777-1592265600-1592351999@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Thompson's Mills\, Mt Angel Abbey\, Oregon Gardens     DESCRIPTION:Load bus 8:00 a.m.\, depart 8:30 a.m. – NOTE LATER DEPARTURE TIME\nWe begin our day by driving the back roads to Thompson’s Mills State Heritage Site in Shedd. Volunteer docents will give us an hour-long tour of the last water-powered mill in Oregon. The mill chronicles 160 years of rural life and honors the owners who continually adapted the mill to the changing world around it. After the tour we will take our coffee break at a picnic site located on the grounds. Then we’re off to Mt. Angel Abbey\, perched on a hilltop outside the town of Mt. Angel. The 1882 Benedictine Abbey offers an ornate church; the Alvar Aalto designed library; a small museum with an eclectic collection of North American mammals\, Native American artifacts\, minerals\, porcelain figurines\, art glass\, clerical vestments and artworks; a brewpub where the monks brew beer from hops grown on monastery land. Then it is time for lunch (on your own). We will drive to the Mt. Angel Sausage Company\, featuring German cuisine. You may also choose to enjoy lunch at another nearby restaurant or café\, or bring your own sack lunch. After lunch we head to the Oregon Garden in Silverton for a guided tour and free time to enjoy the many gardens and gift shop on your own. We will arrive back in Eugene around 5:30 p. m.\nCOMPLETED 2020 MEDICAL INFORMATION FORM REQUIRED\nCost: Member $60 Non-Member $62 Payment Due: May 26\, 2020 \n Please make checks payable to Obsidians Bus Trips\nREGISTRATION & MAIL CHECKS TO: Judy Garwood 541-683-5539\n 4145 East Amazon Drive\, Eugene 97405 \n Meetup/Departure Location: (former) ShopKo Coburg Rd/Chad Dr\,(btwn ShopKo & Taco Bell) URL:https://obsidians.org/event/thompsons_mills_mt_angel_abbey_oregon_gardens_______-25002/ CATEGORIES:Bus Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200615T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200618T235959 DTSTAMP:20260713T150619 CREATED:20200129T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101604Z UID:31703-1592179200-1592524799@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Steens Mountain DESCRIPTION: URL:https://obsidians.org/event/steens_mountain-24964/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200614 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200615 DTSTAMP:20260713T150619 CREATED:20200612T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101638Z UID:31981-1592092800-1592179199@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Mt Baldy Sunrise DESCRIPTION:Early Morning Special URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt_baldy_sunrise-25108/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200614 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200615 DTSTAMP:20260713T150619 CREATED:20200605T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101632Z UID:31939-1592092800-1592179199@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Finley Wildlife Refuge DESCRIPTION:We will be hiking a combination of the Woodpecker and Mill hill trails. The focus of this trip is the hike. Feel free to bring binoculars but we will not be stopping at every bird. We will be stopping at head quarters to use bathrooms and have lunch if not to crowded. I will point out good places to stop if you want to also check what birds are in the various ponds. We should still have some wildflowers. Parking area can handle multiple cars. Face coverings a must for shared rides. \nParticipants will manage their own transportation. Obsidian protocols for social distancing will be observed on the hike. Refer to main website page for information. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/finley_wildlife_refuge-25087/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200614 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200615 DTSTAMP:20260713T150619 CREATED:20200104T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101554Z UID:31631-1592092800-1592179199@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Lookout Creek DESCRIPTION:This hike is in the H.J. Andrews Experimental Forest and carries prohibitions against removing materials. This is from the H.J.Andrews website:\nFishing and collection of forest products\, such as flowers\, moss\, mushrooms\, bear grass\, or fir boughs\, are prohibited on the HJ Andrews Experimental Forest. Many of these organisms are being studied by researchers and their removal can have serious\, negative impacts.\nThe trail is often steep and has some awkward sections. The total trail length is 3.5 miles but as of 2019 we only go in around two miles and turn around. This is because beyond that point means a dangers creek crossing and then a 3 mile road walk back to the start of the hike at the west trailhead. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/lookout_creek-24928/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200613 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200614 DTSTAMP:20260713T150619 CREATED:20200526T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101629Z UID:31917-1592006400-1592092799@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Ankeny Wildlife Refuge DESCRIPTION:Meet-up location: Ankeny Wildlife Refuge(no carpooling except with members of your household). **Depart Eugene at 8:30 am.\nWe’ll begin by riding the paths around the Ankeny Wildlife Refuge\, then take the ferry across the Willamette River(cost $1 for each person). Stop in Independence for lunch(that you pack) and return to the Refuge.\nMake sure your bike is healthy. Have a spare tube\, pump\, helmet\, rain gear\, layers\, water. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/ankeny_wildlife_refuge-25076/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200613 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200614 DTSTAMP:20260713T150619 CREATED:20200222T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101611Z UID:31761-1592006400-1592092799@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Iron Mountain DESCRIPTION:Departure from Santa Clara Plaza north of Division Ave\, near Burger King on south side of parking area. We will check out the wild flowers and briefly note some of the fascinating volcanic and glacial geology. We will hike at a moderate pace with plenty of stops for water\, snacks and photography. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/iron_mountain-24994/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200610 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200611 DTSTAMP:20260713T150619 CREATED:20200604T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101630Z UID:31925-1591747200-1591833599@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte DESCRIPTION:In response to Covid-19 a number of changes have been as we restart hikes on a limited\, trial basis. All hikes are limited to a 10 person max\, members only\, and no fees are being collected. Social distancing will be maintained. Everyone is required to carry a face covering and know how to us it properly. Carry hand sanitizer. More information is available on the website. \nIf you meet someone going your way\, MASK UP\, excuse yourself and pass. If someone is coming the other way\, MASK UP and if that person doesn’t get over\, step aside and face the woods. The flowers are great. IF YOU ARE FOLLOWING WITHIN 8 FEET OF ANOTHER PERSON\, YOU MUST MASK UP. WHY? You are in their slipstream\, people change their pace and suddenly you’re too close. PLEASE DO THIS. \nWHEN CAN YOU LEAVE THE MASK OFF?\nIF YOU CAN SEE UP THE TRAIL AND NOBODY IS COMING YOUR WAY.\nYOU ARE MORE THAN 10 FEET BEHIND SOMEBODY YOU ARE FOLLOWING.\nAT THE TOP\, WHEN YOU ARE EATING AND DRINKING\, AND PLEASE DO THAT AWAY FROM OTHERS. \nPLEASE DO NOT CONGREGATE WHEN YOU MEET SOMEONE ON THE TRAIL\, UNLESS YOU ARE 6′ APART. SAME GOES FOR THE TOP. \nTHERE ARE A WIDE VARIETY OF RESPONSES TO COVID AMONG OBSIDIANS\, ALMOST ALL OF WHOM ARE AT UPWARDS OF 8% RISK FOR DEATH IF THEY GET COVID. PLEASE RESPECT THE FEELINGS OF OTHERS. IT IS NOT A JOKE\, MASKS ARE A SIGN OF RESPECT AND ARE TO SOME EXTENT PROTECTIVE OF YOURSELF AS WELL. THERE IS EVIDENCE TO SUPPORT THIS. \nIf you don’t feel well\, please don’t come. If you are not willing to follow the guidelines\, please do not join the group. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-25080/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200610 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200611 DTSTAMP:20260713T150619 CREATED:20200604T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101630Z UID:31927-1591747200-1591833599@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte DESCRIPTION:In response to Covid-19 a number of changes have been as we restart hikes on a limited\, trial basis. All hikes are limited to a 10 person max\, members only\, and no fees are being collected. Social distancing will be maintained. Everyone is required to carry a face covering and know how to us it properly. Carry hand sanitizer. More information is available on the website. \nIf you meet someone going your way\, MASK UP\, excuse yourself and pass. If someone is coming the other way\, MASK UP and if that person doesn’t get over\, step aside and face the woods. The flowers are great. IF YOU ARE FOLLOWING WITHIN 8 FEET OF ANOTHER PERSON\, YOU MUST MASK UP. WHY? You are in their slipstream\, people change their pace and suddenly you’re too close. PLEASE DO THIS. \nWHEN CAN YOU LEAVE THE MASK OFF?\nIF YOU CAN SEE UP THE TRAIL AND NOBODY IS COMING YOUR WAY.\nYOU ARE MORE THAN 10 FEET BEHIND SOMEBODY YOU ARE FOLLOWING.\nAT THE TOP\, WHEN YOU ARE EATING AND DRINKING\, AND PLEASE DO THAT AWAY FROM OTHERS. \nPLEASE DO NOT CONGREGATE WHEN YOU MEET SOMEONE ON THE TRAIL\, UNLESS YOU ARE 6′ APART. SAME GOES FOR THE TOP. \nTHERE ARE A WIDE VARIETY OF RESPONSES TO COVID AMONG OBSIDIANS\, ALMOST ALL OF WHOM ARE AT UPWARDS OF 8% RISK FOR DEATH IF THEY GET COVID. PLEASE RESPECT THE FEELINGS OF OTHERS. IT IS NOT A JOKE\, MASKS ARE A SIGN OF RESPECT AND ARE TO SOME EXTENT PROTECTIVE OF YOURSELF AS WELL. THERE IS EVIDENCE TO SUPPORT THIS. \nIf you don’t feel well\, please don’t come. If you are not willing to follow the guidelines\, please do not join the group. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-25081/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200607 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200608 DTSTAMP:20260713T150619 CREATED:20200519T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101627Z UID:31903-1591488000-1591574399@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Wild Iris Ridge DESCRIPTION:We will meet at Target just so the group is together. We will then continue on to parking area in our separate cars. We will not be parking at trailhead because of the number of cars and the TH parking area is very small. We will be parking at the elementary school close by and walking from there. We should be able to enjoy wildflowers and a good view of the coast range weather permitting. All new hiking policies will be active. Call with any questions. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/wild_iris_ridge-25069/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200607 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200608 DTSTAMP:20260713T150619 CREATED:20200129T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101604Z UID:31701-1591488000-1591574399@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Horsepasture Mountain DESCRIPTION:Great views of 3 Sisters and wildflowers are the important things about this hike. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/horsepasture_mountain-24963/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR