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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210610
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210611
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101850Z
UID:32929-1623283200-1623369599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:The Trail is closed from 7:00am -4:00 pm.   Hopefully we will be able to start our hike to the summit and not disrupt the construction crew as they move equipment back to the staging area.\nIt will be interesting to see the preliminary work and how many logs (at least 40) they have moved up to the Tie Trail.  Meetup/Departure Location: Fox Hollow Trailhead
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte_-25593/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210609
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210610
DTSTAMP:20260621T090011
CREATED:20210326T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101817Z
UID:32681-1623196800-1623283199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:NOTE the TIME CHANGE     7:45 to 8:00                  The name is the same but the path is different! Because of the City’s work to improve the Tie Trail our path to the top of the butte is closed. Instead of going up the Tie trail we’ll turn left at Fox Hollow and take the lower trail to reach Dillard Road. At the Dillard Trailhead we’ll take the right hand trail to reach the summit of Mt Baldy. The mileage and elevation given is based on this route. There are options for extending or making variations to this route.  Any changes will be at the discretion of the leader    Every Wednesday for several years we’ve done 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.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-25463/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210608
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210609
DTSTAMP:20260621T090011
CREATED:20210511T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101838Z
UID:32839-1623110400-1623196799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Blanton Ridge to Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:The name is the same but the path is different! Because of the City’s work to improve the Tie Trail our path to the top of the butte is closed. Instead of going up the Tie trail we’ll continue to follow the Ridgeline Trail east and complete the Dillard trails loop \n To get to the trailhead from 29th & Willamette continue south on Willamette.  At Willamette/Donald St Intersection bear right on Willamette.  Immediately bear right again on to Crest Drive.  Follow signs staying on Crest for approximately 1.2 miles to the Junction with Blanton Road.  Turn left on Blanton.  The trial head is on your left in about ½ mile. \nAnother way to get to the Blanton trailhead is to go south on Chambers until it ends at Crest Drive. Turn left on to Crest.  In about ½ mile turn right on Blanton Road.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/blanton_ridge_to_spencer_butte-25548/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210607
DTSTAMP:20260621T090011
CREATED:20210531T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101848Z
UID:32909-1622937600-1623023999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Kentucky Falls / Whitaker Creek
DESCRIPTION:Meet at Target Parking lot\, 4575 W. 11th closest to 11th. Map to trailheads provided. Drive to Kentucky Falls trailhead. Hike 4.4 miles to upper and lower falls. Out and back. Drive again 16 miles to Whitaker Creek campground for 3.1 mile Whitaker Creek Siuslaw Ridge trail. Both hikes are listed in William Sullivan’s Oregon Coast book. After hike for those interested hike leader will provide Burrito Lunch and drinks.. Open to 12 hikers.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/_whitaker_creek_-25583/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210607
DTSTAMP:20260621T090011
CREATED:20210531T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101848Z
UID:32913-1622937600-1623023999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Fairmount Streetcar Walk
DESCRIPTION:The Fairmount line was one of several public streetcars that served Eugene during the early 1900s. Our 4-mile walk will cover approximately 2.5 miles through the South University and Fairmount neighborhoods of where the streetcar ran. We will even see some of the original tracks that remain to this day. The walk begins and ends at the Amazon Community Center. Plan to be finished between 11:30 am and 12. We will make a brief stop at the EMU for a restroom break (provided it is open) before returning to the Amazon Community Center Parking Lot.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/fairmount_streetcar_walk-25585/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210607
DTSTAMP:20260621T090011
CREATED:20210526T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101847Z
UID:32903-1622937600-1623023999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:E2C Tire Mountain
DESCRIPTION:This hike is one of the premier wildflower destinations in the Cascades! They should be at their peak. Plus the fact that you are participating on the Eugene to Pacific Crest Trail exploration (E2C) – see the May Bulletin for details. The hike starts out through old growth forest and then opens up with views in the meadows. We will not hike all the way to the tower\, but rather stop in the last meadow for lunch.\nParticipants need to make their own travel arrangements due to covid protocols – see website for the latest guidelines.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/e2c_tire_mountain-25580/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210607
DTSTAMP:20260621T090011
CREATED:20210501T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101833Z
UID:32801-1622937600-1623023999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Butte Creek Falls
DESCRIPTION:Drive 105 miles to gate to park\, map will be provided. . Hike on gravel rd. Old growth trees 3 miles to trailhead at Butte Creek Camp\, then 1.5 miles to Upper falls and lower falls. Leader will provide\, at no charge\, Burrito Bar and drinks at Scotts Mills city park. Meetup/Departure Location: ShopKo Coburg Rd/Chad Dr\,(btwn ShopKo & Taco Bell)
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/butte_creek_falls-25528/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210606
DTSTAMP:20260621T090011
CREATED:20210304T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101809Z
UID:32621-1622851200-1622937599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:National Trails Day
DESCRIPTION:For National Trails Day we will do trailside brushing on the Tie Trail. \nMeet at the main Willamette Trailhead parking lot\, the paved lot on Willamette Street.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/national_trails_day-25433/
CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210604T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210606T235959
DTSTAMP:20260621T090011
CREATED:20210423T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101828Z
UID:32765-1622764800-1623023999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Yachats beach house weekend
DESCRIPTION:We will spend 2 nights in our ocean front beach house in Yachats\, just south of the Adobe…. There are 3 bedrooms\, 2 have a double bed & the 3rd has 2 bunk beds…. \n——- Friday: Short Hikes…  Pot Luck dinner…\n——- Saturday:  Breakfast is on your own & you’ll need to pack a lunch for the hike…….  Long beach hike: Take bus to Waldport (need $1) walk 8 miles back to Yachats on beach… Dinner Saturday night will be at a restaurant in town…\n——- Sunday: I will cook an egg based breakfast… \n Meetup/Departure Location: Leaders House (address will be emailed to participants)
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/yachats_beach_house_weekend-25510/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210603
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210604
DTSTAMP:20260621T090011
CREATED:20210524T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101844Z
UID:32883-1622678400-1622764799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mt Baldy / Fox Hollow
DESCRIPTION:Mt Baldy to Fox Hollow and back. This is an easy after – work or end of day option for those who can’t make the morning weekly hikes. This trail has the benefit of a nice view which we can do either at the start or at the end. Trail is very quiet/not busy\, so wearing masks are less necessary if we keep our distance.\n3.5 mile out and back with 630 elevation gain.\nMeet: Mt Baldy parking lot / Dillard East Trailhead\, at corner of Dillard Road and Hidden Meadows Drive.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/_fox_hollow-25570/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210602
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210603
DTSTAMP:20260621T090011
CREATED:20210506T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101835Z
UID:32811-1622592000-1622678399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mt Baldy / Fox Hollow
DESCRIPTION:Mt Baldy to Fox Hollow and back. This is an easy after – work or end of day option for those who can’t make the morning weekly hikes. This trail has the benefit of a nice view which we can do either at the start or at the end. Trail is very quiet/not busy\, so wearing masks are less necessary if we keep our distance.\n3.5 mile out and back with 630 elevation gain.\nMeet: Mt Baldy parking lot on Dillard Road.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/_fox_hollow-25533/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210602
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210603
DTSTAMP:20260621T090011
CREATED:20210325T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101816Z
UID:32677-1622592000-1622678399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:Update 3:  \nUpdate 2: We may need to alter our route a bit as the Tie Trail between the Ridgeline and Spencer Butte trails may be closed. If you are signed up for the 6/2 trip\, watch for an email on Tuesday when there may be more information.\nUpdate: Leader will be at the trailhead at 8:00AM for the early birds.\nNOTE: Flexible departure time from 8:15-8:30.\nEvery 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.) 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. If you are not willing to follow the guidelines\, please do not join the group.        To 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-25461/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210602
DTSTAMP:20260621T090011
CREATED:20210511T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101838Z
UID:32837-1622505600-1622591999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Blanton Ridge to Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:This hike to the top of Spencer Butte takes the less traveled route from Blanton Road.  We’ll cross Blanton Ridge before continuing on from the 52nd and Willamette trailhead.   This option provides a good in town workout.. If the weather doesn’t co-operate we can forgo the exposed rocky steps near the top. \n To get to the trailhead from 29th & Willamette continue south on Willamette.  At Willamette/Donald St Intersection bear right on Willamette.  Immediately bear right again on to Crest Drive.  Follow signs staying on Crest for approximately 1.2 miles to the Junction with Blanton Road.  Turn left on Blanton.  The trial head is on your left in about ½ mile. \nAnother way to get to the Blanton trailhead is to go south on Chambers until it ends at Crest Drive. Turn left on to Crest.  In about ½ mile turn right on Blanton Road.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/blanton_ridge_to_spencer_butte-25547/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210531
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210601
DTSTAMP:20260621T090011
CREATED:20210524T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101844Z
UID:32881-1622419200-1622505599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:E2C   Day Island-Jasper
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that once upon a time\, there was a plan to create a connecting route from Eugene to the Pacific Crest Trail (E2C)? Dave Cooper is spear heading hiking and biking the entire route this summer (see article in the May Bulletin). The first segment was from Alton Baker Park to Day Island Park. The next segment will be biking from Day Island to Jasper Park. May is Bike Month\, a perfect time to pedal this section!  The route is almost totally on low traffic or no traffic roads with a couple of short “rollers”.  We will be done before noon. Check out the route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35815977 \nWe’ll meet in the main parking lot of Day Island Park. If coming from Eugene on Franklin Blvd\, immediately after crossing the Willamette bridge\, turn right and go underneath the bridge and park.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/e2c___day_island-jasper_-25569/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210531
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210601
DTSTAMP:20260621T090011
CREATED:20210423T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101828Z
UID:32759-1622419200-1622505599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Masonic Cemetery to Obsidian Lodge
DESCRIPTION:Update:  We will divide into two groups with Jorry leading one.  Departure Place 25th and University\, Main gate with signage—not the dead end road to the Abbey. \nWe will stroll through the cemetery up to the Obsidian Lodge to see the New Fence  and on the Ribbon Trail to Hendricks Park. We can also stop at the Bog. The “relaxed” hike  will take around 2 ½ hours so that we are back at the cemetery by noon for Taps at the Public Square.  \nThe Hope Abbey Mausoleum will be open from 11:30-5:00 with a brass concert at 4:00 at Public Square following COVID guidelines
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/masonic_cemetery_to_obsidian_lodge-25507/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210531
DTSTAMP:20260621T090011
CREATED:20210505T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101834Z
UID:32809-1622332800-1622419199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Sutton Cr / Darko’s Hidden Cove
DESCRIPTION:Please arrive few minutes earlier. We will leave promptly at 8AM and drive Hwy 126 (Linslaw Park bathroom stop) and Hwy 101 to the trail-head (GPS location 44.047567\, -124.130835)\nFrom there we will hike north on the low tide beach crossing two creeks. Sutton Creek can be 2-3 ft. deep\, Berry Creek can be up to 16 inches deep. Our destination is a beautiful hidden cove. After the lunch we will hike same way back.\n➯ Obsidian COVID protocols will be observed on the hike. Refer to main website page for full information. Participants will manage their own transportation.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/_darkos_hidden_cove-25532/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210531
DTSTAMP:20260621T090011
CREATED:20210504T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101834Z
UID:32807-1622332800-1622419199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Finley Wildlife Refuge
DESCRIPTION:It’s a little late in the season but we will e looking for birds.  We will stop at 2 binds and do a 5 mile from the headquarters   We will stop at headquarters to use bathrooms and check out feeders.  Depending on timing we may have lunch there.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/finley_wildlife_refuge-25531/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210529
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210530
DTSTAMP:20260621T090011
CREATED:20210514T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101840Z
UID:32853-1622246400-1622332799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Obsidian Lodge Fence Tour #1
DESCRIPTION:UPDATE. We are in the process of canceling  this hike and  have arranged  for our two guests tgo on the 10:30 hike.     If questions\, Email Janet at jbjacobsen@comcast.net
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/obsidian_lodge_fence_tour_1-25555/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210529
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210530
DTSTAMP:20260621T090011
CREATED:20210514T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101840Z
UID:32855-1622246400-1622332799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Obsidian Lodge Fence Tour #2
DESCRIPTION:Members and Guests welcome on this grand tour and also to visit the Lodge.  Check out the new fence at the Obsidian Lodge. Walk the Ribbon Trail circuit around the Lodge up to 30th and Spring to see the Laurel Estates Development and another Obsidian fence.    See the May Bulletin for fence details: www.obsidians.org/bulletin/Issues/2021_Bulletins/2021_05_Bulletin.pdf \nDirections to the Lodge on the website: : http://www.obsidians.org/lodgemap.htm    If questions\, Email Janet at jbjacobsen@comcast.net
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/obsidian_lodge_fence_tour_2-25556/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210528
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210529
DTSTAMP:20260621T090011
CREATED:20210427T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101831Z
UID:32781-1622160000-1622246399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:E2C  Tire Mountain
DESCRIPTION:Departure location Pisgah Public Market in Pleasant Hill – 35851 Hwy 58.  Take the Oakridge exit off of I-5.  After 4 miles watch for the Mall on your left after the 76 gas station.  Park in the middle of the parking lot by the light pole.   \nThe Tire Mountain Trail is part of the Eugene to Pacific Crest Trail series.  We will encounter beautiful spring wildflowers\, amazing vistas and old growth forest.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/e2c__tire_mountain___-25518/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210527
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210528
DTSTAMP:20260621T090011
CREATED:20210508T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101836Z
UID:32825-1622073600-1622159999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Lodge & Grounds Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Going ahead as scheduled. Nothing more than possible sprinkles. Refreshments will be provided.\nWith a large and growing number of us being fully vaccinated it’s time to start thinking about using the Lodge again.  Some spring cleaning is in order.  You’ll want to see the new fence and imagine what it might look like when we do some planting in the fall. Until then there’s plenty to do outside and in.  Mopping and mulching. Something for everyone
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/lodge__grounds_cleanup-25540/
CATEGORIES:Lodge Building
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210526
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210527
DTSTAMP:20260621T090011
CREATED:20210325T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101816Z
UID:32673-1621987200-1622073599@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.) 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. If you are not willing to follow the guidelines\, please do not join the group.        To 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-25459/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210526
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210527
DTSTAMP:20260621T090011
CREATED:20210304T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101809Z
UID:32619-1621987200-1622073599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Summit Steps & Brushing
DESCRIPTION:For this month’s outing we will clean the summit steps\, do trailside brushing\, and clean the trailhead steps and kiosk. \nMeet at the main Willamette Trailhead parking lot\, the paved lot on Willamette Street.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/summit_steps__brushing-25432/
CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210525
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210526
DTSTAMP:20260621T090011
CREATED:20210508T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101836Z
UID:32823-1621900800-1621987199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Blanton Ridge to Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:This hike to the top of Spencer Butte takes the less traveled route from Blanton Road.  We’ll cross Blanton Ridge before continuing on from the 52nd and Willamette trailhead.   This option provides a good in town workout.. If the weather doesn’t co-operate we can forgo the exposed rocky steps near the top. \n To get to the trailhead from 29th & Willamette continue south on Willamette.  At Willamette/Donald St Intersection bear right on Willamette.  Immediately bear right again on to Crest Drive.  Follow signs staying on Crest for approximately 1.2 miles to the Junction with Blanton Road.  Turn left on Blanton.  The trial head is on your left in about ½ mile. \nAnother way to get to the Blanton trailhead is to go south on Chambers until it ends at Crest Drive. Turn left on to Crest.  In about ½ mile turn right on Blanton Road.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/blanton_ridge_to_spencer_butte-25539/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210525
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210526
DTSTAMP:20260621T090011
CREATED:20210409T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101822Z
UID:32719-1621900800-1621987199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mt Pisgah Sunset/Moonrise (long)
DESCRIPTION:Look for us by my car\, two or three rows down from the fee box at the gate. One day before full moon. Moonrise  is at 8:10pm and the sunset is at 8:42.   A long hike\, it  takes at least two hours at a moderate space to get to the top!. We will take Trail 7 to Trail 4 DOWN to Trail 2 and then up 800 ft elevation on the east side. Email me at jbjacobsen@comcast.net if you have questions. If it is raining\, we could opt for a shorter hike.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/moonrise_long-25482/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210524
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210525
DTSTAMP:20260621T090011
CREATED:20210509T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101837Z
UID:32827-1621814400-1621900799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Pisgah Native Plant Nursery
DESCRIPTION:Long time volunteer of Friends of Buford Park and Mt. Pisgah’s Native Plant Nursery\, Dave Predeek will give a tour of the three acres nursery\, see70 plus plants many of which will be in bloom and work in progress. There will be a short walk to see the original nursery and other and other plantings before we go to the nursery. Expect 2 – 2 1/2 hours. Meet at the North Trailhead: Turn left onto Frank Parrish Road after crossing the Coast Fork Willamette River. Drive 0.3 miles\, and turn left into the large parking area. Back in 1997 botanist and Obsidian Dave Predeek joined the board of Friends of Buford Park & Mt. Pisgah and started looking around for a specific way of contributing. He didn’t have to look far before noticing that invasive plants\, especially blackberries and Scotch broom\, were taking over large areas of the park’s hillsides. The oak savanna habitat of the park\, once common in the Willamette Valley\, is now a rare and precious resource and Dave resolved to begin an effort to protect and restore it. He started the Monday Morning Regulars to remove blackberries and more.  Read more in the May 2005 Bulletin.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/pisgah_native_plant_nursery-25541/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210524
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210525
DTSTAMP:20260621T090011
CREATED:20210428T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101832Z
UID:32791-1621814400-1621900799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:E2C   Day Island-Jasper
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that once upon a time\, there was a plan to create a connecting route from Eugene to the Pacific Crest Trail (E2C)? Dave Cooper is spear heading hiking and biking the entire route this summer (see article in the May Bulletin). The first segment was from Alton Baker Park to Day Island Park. The next segment will be biking from Day Island to Jasper Park. May is Bike Month\, a perfect time to pedal this section!  The route is almost totally on low traffic or no traffic roads with a couple of short “rollers”.  Check out the route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35815977 \nWe’ll meet in the main parking lot of Day Island Park. If coming from Eugene on Franklin Blvd\, immediately after crossing the Willamette bridge\, turn right and go underneath the bridge and park.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/e2c___day_island-jasper_-25523/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210523
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210524
DTSTAMP:20260621T090011
CREATED:20210421T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101827Z
UID:32757-1621728000-1621814399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Brice Creek
DESCRIPTION:This hike east of Cottage Grove that travels along length of Brice Ck.  This can include side trails to  upper and lower  falls along the way down Brice Ck.  This will be a shuttle.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/brice_creek-25506/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210523
DTSTAMP:20260621T090011
CREATED:20210513T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101839Z
UID:32845-1621641600-1621727999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Obsidian Grounds
DESCRIPTION:We will focus on mowing – hopefully we can get both lawn mowers and the wheeled string trimmer going on that.  I’ll bring my DR to start mowing the area behind the storage building\, but the area needs downed limbs and stuff cleared out first – lot of poison oak back there\, so beware.  There are a number of other things to do if the turnout warrants it.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/obsidian_grounds-25551/
CATEGORIES:Lodge Building
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210523
DTSTAMP:20260621T090011
CREATED:20210501T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101833Z
UID:32803-1621641600-1621727999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:E2C Alpine Trail Mid-section
DESCRIPTION:Nice trail through the woods north of Westfir\, OR.  This is another segment of the Eugene to Crest Trail. Obsidian protocols for social distancing will be observed on the hike. Refer to main website page for full information. Participants will manage their own transportation. \n>>> NOTE: I am sorry to announce that May 22  Alpine Mid-section hike will be postponed to June 13. Per information received from Middle Fork Ranger District\, it is still a lot of snow on that elevation.\nI hope that you can join the group in June.  Darko
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/e2c_alpine_trail_mid-section-25529/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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