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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210617
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210618
DTSTAMP:20260621T072114
CREATED:20210611T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101852Z
UID:32945-1623888000-1623974399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:No Sign ups so trip is canceled.  Meetup/Departure Location: Fox Hollow Trailhead
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-25601/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210617
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210618
DTSTAMP:20260621T072114
CREATED:20210105T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101748Z
UID:32473-1623888000-1623974399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:U of O Campus Walk
DESCRIPTION:Meeting place: Steps of Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art.   Buildings will not be accessible; bathroom break possible at Starbucks or Market of Choice on Franklin.  UO COVID policy allow going without masks outdoors as of May 20; masks required inside buildings.    \nWe’ll walk at a leisurely pace around basically a wide perimeter of campus\, including the new Knight Science Campus across Franklin.  Summer is almost here; let’s see how the landscape differs from the last season. \nApproximate duration:  2 hours.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/u_of_o_campus_walk-25358/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210616T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210617T235959
DTSTAMP:20260621T072114
CREATED:20210519T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101842Z
UID:32865-1623801600-1623974399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:South Sister
DESCRIPTION:We will be climbing South Sister via the Devils Lake TH.  Since we have an overnight permit\,  we plan to hike in a ways (2-3 miles)\, camp and then summit and hike out the next day.  South Sister is the third highest peak in Oregon and the summit affords amazing views of the Sisters wilderness and beyond.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/south_sister-25561/
CATEGORIES:Climbs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210616
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210617
DTSTAMP:20260621T072114
CREATED:20210507T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101835Z
UID:32815-1623801600-1623887999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Wild Iris Ridge w/added loop
DESCRIPTION:Meet at Bailey Hill Rd parking area near trail head. Parking area is small\, try to carpool or park down the street in residential area if lot is full. I’m adding a loop at the top in order to add some mileage.  \nThis is an after work/evening conditioning hike. If you haven’t hiked this trail before feel free to contact me.  \nPlease bring water!
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/added_loop-25535/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210616
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210617
DTSTAMP:20260621T072114
CREATED:20210325T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101816Z
UID:32675-1623801600-1623887999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: Flexible departure time from 7:45-8:00  TIME CHANGE\nThe 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. Our hike will have the option of continuing past the top of Mt. Baldy to the Spring Boulevard trailhead. This will add about two miles and 500 feet of elevation gain to the hike. The leader intends to go to Spring Blvd. but this is not mandatory for the rest of the group.\n   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.       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-25460/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210615T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210617T235959
DTSTAMP:20260621T072114
CREATED:20210510T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101838Z
UID:32833-1623715200-1623974399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Blacklock Point
DESCRIPTION:Gr8 tune up 4 the summer…   \nBlacklock Point\, located on the coast just north of Port Orford\, offers breathtaking beauty.    Base camp is close to the beach with dramatic cliffs\, water falls\, woods and pristine beaches.   A small camp fire will be part of the trip \nBackpack in 2.5 miles Tuesday.  Day hike eight miles Wednesday. Pack out Thursday.  \nMeet at leaders house the morning of the trip.   Address will be mailed to participants. \nSome previous photos:\nhttp://obsidians.org/photo/gallery?albumid=971\nhttp://obsidians.org/photo/gallery?albumid=252
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/blacklock_point-25544/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210615
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210616
DTSTAMP:20260621T072114
CREATED:20210601T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101850Z
UID:32923-1623715200-1623801599@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.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/blanton_ridge_to_spencer_butte-25590/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210614
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210615
DTSTAMP:20260621T072114
CREATED:20210425T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101829Z
UID:32769-1623628800-1623715199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Newport Bayfront/Beach Hike
DESCRIPTION:The meeting place is the Nye Beach Turnaround in Newport at 9:30 A.M. We will walk the beach to the bayfront\, loop back to the beach\, and end up at the turnaround. Optional lunch at Nana’s Pub in Nye Beach. Restrooms at turnaround and bayfront.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/beach_hike-25512/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210613
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210614
DTSTAMP:20260621T072114
CREATED:20210601T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101849Z
UID:32917-1623542400-1623628799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Sweet Creek Falls & Florence
DESCRIPTION:This trip has been canceled. The Obsidian administrator is updating the status.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/sweet_creek_falls__florence_-25587/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210613
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210614
DTSTAMP:20260621T072114
CREATED:20210517T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101841Z
UID:32859-1623542400-1623628799@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.\nDrivers\, There is a roundtrip total of 17 gravel road miles.\n—> Obsidian protocols for social distancing will be observed on the hike. Refer to main website page for full information.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/e2c_alpine_trail_mid-section-25558/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210612
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210613
DTSTAMP:20260621T072114
CREATED:20210512T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101839Z
UID:32843-1623456000-1623542399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:E2C Lookout Res./Winberry Ridge
DESCRIPTION:The first part of a more continuous portion of the Eugene to Crest trail starts near Ivan Oakes campground on Lookout Point Reservoir. This trail is primarily a single track bike route but it doesn’t seem to get much use. This trail up to the Winberry Ridge Trail is relatively new and doesn’t show up on all maps and apps. However\, Carla Cooper and I have walked it up and back and you’ll just have to trust us. (we have recorded our tracks). Coming down we will ease into getting moving again by taking few sections of road before we get to the rougher lower parts of the trail. We’ve found it to be a quiet trek and hope you’ll enjoy doing this section of the E2C.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/winberry_ridge-25550/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210611
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210612
DTSTAMP:20260621T072114
CREATED:20210601T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101849Z
UID:32919-1623369600-1623455999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Eugene Book Loop Walk
DESCRIPTION:Visit 3 of Eugene’s locally-owned book stores on this 5-mile loop walk. At each bookstore\, we will browse for about half an hour. Restroom stops will be included. Bring your sun hat\, water\, and a small daypack to carry any water/books that you buy. Please allow for flexibility in the schedule. We will start at 1 pm\, the plan is to be finished by 4:30 pm\, no later than 5 pm. Browsing times are being kept to 30 minutes to observe Covid rules at various stores. Note: we will not be visiting Black Sun on this trip as they are closed to in-person visits due to Covid \nTimes are approximate. \n1:00 – Depart Amazon Community Center parking lot\, walk 2 miles on the walking path to Pearl St.\n1:45 – Arrive J.Michael Books (160 E Broadway)\n2:15 – Depart J. Michaels\, walk .5 miles to Smith Family (bathroom stop at Graduate Hotel as needed)\n2:30 – Arrive Smith Family Books\n3:00 – Depart Smith Family\, walk 1.6 miles to Tsunami Books\n3:45 – Arrive Tsunami Books\n4:15 – Depart Tsunami; walk .5 miles to Amazon Parking Lot\n4:30 – End
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/eugene_book_loop_walk-25588/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210610
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210611
DTSTAMP:20260621T072114
CREATED:20210606T070000Z
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210609
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210610
DTSTAMP:20260621T072114
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
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210608
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210609
DTSTAMP:20260621T072114
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210607T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210611T235959
DTSTAMP:20260621T072114
CREATED:20210421T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101827Z
UID:32751-1623024000-1623455999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Steens Mountain
DESCRIPTION:The gate on south loop road will be open to the camp ground.  The road to the top of the Steens will not be open.  From the camp ground we will have access to Big Indian and Blitzen Canyons as will as Riddle Ranch.  With the exception of Riddle Ranch we can hike from the camp ground.  We should also be able to view wild horses that the BLM keeps along the this road.  There will be a pre trip meeting.  I will call with date\,time and place. There are a total of 4 creek crossings\, 1 across Blitzen Creek and 3 across Big Indian Creek.  I am just over 5 ft and the water has come up to my knees.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/steens_mountain-25503/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210607
DTSTAMP:20260621T072114
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:20260621T072114
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210607
DTSTAMP:20260621T072114
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210607
DTSTAMP:20260621T072114
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210606
DTSTAMP:20260621T072114
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210604T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210606T235959
DTSTAMP:20260621T072114
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210603
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210604
DTSTAMP:20260621T072114
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210602
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210603
DTSTAMP:20260621T072114
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:20260621T072114
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:20260621T072114
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210531
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210601
DTSTAMP:20260621T072114
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:20260621T072114
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210531
DTSTAMP:20260621T072114
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210531
DTSTAMP:20260621T072114
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
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