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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220428
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SUMMARY:Lyle Cherry Orchard Trail
DESCRIPTION:This is a spectacular hike on the Washington side with views of the Columbia River and Gorge most of the way. The trail is very steep in spots and there are a dozen or so loose rock fall areas where the footing is difficult. Sturdy shoes and at least one walking stick are required. The trailhead & small parking lot are 1/4 mile past the village of Lyle\, WA on Rte. 14.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/lyle_cherry_orchard_trail-25968/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220427
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220428
DTSTAMP:20260620T135406
CREATED:20220317T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102027Z
UID:33613-1651017600-1651103999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: Flexible departure time from 8:15 to 8:30.\nEvery Wednesday since 2013 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. If this is your first time on this Obsidian conditioning hike\, or hiking to Spencer Butte\, you may want to call the leader to discuss the pace. If you should fall too far behind\, the leaders reserve the right to have you not summit but wait and return with the group.  The regulars on this hike have attained their fitness by showing up consistently and slowly improving.  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 contact the leader if you have any questions.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-25938/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220426
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220427
DTSTAMP:20260620T135406
CREATED:20220416T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102041Z
UID:33713-1650931200-1651017599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Trestle Creek Falls
DESCRIPTION:With recent rain and snow\, Upper and Lower Trestle Falls should have good water flow.  This beautiful forest with old growth and maples is a pleasant destination in all seasons. Trillium\, Oregon grape and bleeding heart should be in bloom.  This is my favorite hike!\nPlease meet at LCC and continue to the Cottage Grove Walmart parking lot near the LTD stop where I will meet the group and lead you out to Lund Park Trailhead where we will trek east on Brice Creek trail.  After a mile\, the Trestle Falls trail climbs for about a mile to Upper Trestle.  We’ll continue past and return to the east end of Brice Creek trail\, hike west and take a side trail to Lower Trestle Falls.\nMany stops can be made to enjoy the beauty.  Those who like may grab a bite and a beverage in Cottage Grove\, where I can give recommendations.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/trestle_creek_falls-25989/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220426
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220427
DTSTAMP:20260620T135406
CREATED:20220319T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102028Z
UID:33623-1650931200-1651017599@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-25943/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220425
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220426
DTSTAMP:20260620T135406
CREATED:20220403T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102035Z
UID:33665-1650844800-1650931199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Lodge & Grounds Clean-up
DESCRIPTION:Time for spring cleaning just before we have a multi-day rental. The Lodge hasn’t had much use but that just means there are a few cobwebs to  deal with.  \nSpring means thing are growing. We have mowing\, weeding\, blackberry digging\, wheelbarrowing\, and mulch spreading.  Bring work gloves\, your favorite weeding tool\, water bottle\, sun hat\, and a wheelbarrow if you have one.  Feel free to bring a snack to share for our 10:30 a.m. break. We are planning on a 9 to noon work session but we’ll gladly accept any time you can spare.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/lodge__grounds_clean-up-25965/
CATEGORIES:Lodge Building
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220424
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220425
DTSTAMP:20260620T135406
CREATED:20220408T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102038Z
UID:33685-1650758400-1650844799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mountaineering Conditioning
DESCRIPTION:Park in the main parking lot and meet at the gate for trail#1. You must pay for a day pass at the parking kiosk (debit/credit cards only) or have an annual Lane County parks pass on display in your vehicle. We’ll hike up to the summit and back on trail #1. I’m planning to do two laps with a weighted pack (recommend 20-40lbs in your pack if you want to use training weight)\, but you’re welcome to join for just one lap and/or hike without weight. The goal will be to finish in about 2 hours.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mountaineering_conditioning-25975/
CATEGORIES:Climbs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220424
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220425
DTSTAMP:20260620T135406
CREATED:20220317T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102027Z
UID:33615-1650758400-1650844799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Entire McKenzie River Trail
DESCRIPTION:We’ll be hiking the entire\, 25.9 mile length of the Mckenzie River Trail in one day.  This hike will maintain a brisk pace all day with a minimum number of short stops.  We’ll use a car shuttle by leaving one vehicle at the McKenzie Bridge trail end\, the rest of the vehicles will drive up to the start of the trail near Fish Lake.  As this is a weekend hike expect to see and occasional mountain bike and a crowd of people at Blue Pool but for most of the day we’ll have the trail to ourselves.  There will be the option of stopping at Takoda’s Restaurant after the hike so select your driver accordingly.  I’ll postpone this trip if it looks like rain or for difficult trail conditions.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/entire_mckenzie_river_trail-25939/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220423
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220424
DTSTAMP:20260620T135406
CREATED:20220314T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102026Z
UID:33603-1650672000-1650758399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Diamond Peak- Graduation Climb (for Climb School)
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: Priority for this climb will go to 2022 Climb School students. \nWe will ascend via the Pioneer Gulch route on the south to southwest side of the mountain. The climb is approximately 10 miles round trip with about 4000 ft of total elevation gain.  As you prepare for this\, think about hiking 4 Mount Pisgahs in a day.  The general equipment needs are below.  The specific gear list will be sent to those who sign up.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/diamond_peak-_graduation_climb_for_climb_school-25933/
CATEGORIES:Climbs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220423
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220424
DTSTAMP:20260620T135406
CREATED:20220120T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102009Z
UID:33487-1650672000-1650758399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Spring Beach Clean Up with SOLVE
DESCRIPTION:Don’t be late! From Target W11\, Eugene we will carpool to Beachside State Park\, few miles south of Waldport. As part of Oregon Spring Cleanup\, Obsidians will participate in cleaning Wakonda Beach. If you plan to meet the group at the trailhead; Please be at Beachside State Park parking lot around 9:50AM. Trailhead GPS coordinates are 44.382856\, -124.088744\nTrash bags\, gloves and short orientation will be provided to you on the site.\nOptional> Group lunch in Yachats.\n➽ Obsidians volunteers rock!
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spring_beach_clean_up_with_solve-25874/
CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220421
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220422
DTSTAMP:20260620T135406
CREATED:20220314T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102025Z
UID:33595-1650499200-1650585599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mountaineering Conditioning
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to throw off the contemplative weight of winter and get in shape for climbing/mountaineering season!  What better way than throw heavy\, unnecessary things in your pack and hike up something at a good clip. \nWe will meet at the main trail head of Mt. Pisgah near the pay station at the gate.  You must pay for a day pass at the parking kiosk (debit/credit cards only) or have an annual Lane County parks pass on display in your vehicle. We will hike up and down\, and up and down again on Trail #1.  Those who like are invited to bring a dense snack or dinner item to enjoy together at the top after our second assent.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mountaineering_conditioning-25929/
CATEGORIES:Climbs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220420
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220421
DTSTAMP:20260620T135406
CREATED:20220324T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102031Z
UID:33635-1650412800-1650499199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Martin Street to Dillard Road
DESCRIPTION:Mid-week after work in town hikes:\nMartin Street to Dillard Rd\, this is a conditioning hike. \nWe’ll hike up to Foxhollow\, take the left upper trail towards Old Dillard Road. We are not going all the way to Dillard\, but looping back on the lower trail. This provides a nice 3.8 mile work out. \nPlease note\, after work hikes are listed as either “easy” or “conditioning”. Conditioning is a faster pace\, more elevation\, meant to be a work-out. Most hikes are 1.5 hours. Assess your ability before signing up and if you haven’t hiked with Obsidians before\, please give me a call if you have any questions.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/martin_street_to_dillard_road-25949/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220420
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220421
DTSTAMP:20260620T135406
CREATED:20220227T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102019Z
UID:33555-1650412800-1650499199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: Flexible departure time from 8:15 to 8:30.\nEvery Wednesday since 2013 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. If this is your first time on this Obsidian conditioning hike\, or hiking to Spencer Butte\, you may want to call the leader to discuss the pace. If you should fall too far behind\, the leaders reserve the right to have you not summit but wait and return with the group.  The regulars on this hike have attained their fitness by showing up consistently and slowly improving.  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 contact the leader if you have any questions.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-25908/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220420
DTSTAMP:20260620T135406
CREATED:20220408T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102037Z
UID:33683-1650326400-1650412799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mountaineering Conditioning
DESCRIPTION:Park in the main parking lot and meet at the gate for trail#1. You must pay for a day pass at the parking kiosk (debit/credit cards only) or have an annual Lane County parks pass on display in your vehicle. We’ll hike up to the summit and back on trail #1. I’m planning to do two laps with a weighted pack (recommend 20-40lbs in your pack if you want to use training weight)\, but you’re welcome to join for just one lap and/or hike without weight. The goal will be to finish in about 2 hours\, which should be right around sunset (bring a headlamp).
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mountaineering_conditioning-25974/
CATEGORIES:Climbs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220420
DTSTAMP:20260620T135406
CREATED:20220319T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102028Z
UID:33621-1650326400-1650412799@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-25942/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220417
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220418
DTSTAMP:20260620T135406
CREATED:20220417T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102042Z
UID:33717-1650153600-1650239999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Snow skills field day
DESCRIPTION:This is a full day session up on Hayrick Butte near Hoodoo Ski area to learn mountaineering skills such as roped travel\, self-arrest and anchor building.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/snow_skills_field_day-25991/
CATEGORIES:Climbs
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220417
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220418
DTSTAMP:20260620T135406
CREATED:20220404T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102037Z
UID:33679-1650153600-1650239999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Easter Bunny Rides Again-Coburg
DESCRIPTION:Route:https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38968552\n23 miles and 136 feet of elevation(mainly flat). \nExtra credit: Since this ride will take place on Easter Sunday\, you are encouraged to wear long ears\, bushy tails\, a Bugs Bunny outfit\, etc. Meetup/Departure Location: Norma Pfeiffer Park\, Coburg.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/easter_bunny_rides_again-coburg-25972/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220416
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220417
DTSTAMP:20260620T135406
CREATED:20220401T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102034Z
UID:33661-1650067200-1650153599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:52nd Street/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:Sunrise hike! There will be a full moon and hopefully clear skies\, so we can see stars as we walk through the dark forest. It’s magical to take this same hike that we’ve done so many times and race the rising sun to the summit. Don’t be late\, as we’ll need to leave on time and we don’t want anyone walking alone in the dark. \nIf the stars align\, there might be sunrise muffins at the summit.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-25963/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220416
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220417
DTSTAMP:20260620T135406
CREATED:20220309T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102023Z
UID:33581-1650067200-1650153599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Waterfall hike
DESCRIPTION:The trails will be muddy but the water will be gushing!  We’ll make visits to Wildwood Falls (right on Lower Brice Creek Rd)\, Swordfern Loop Trail (2 miles)\, Parker Falls (1.6 miles)\, Moon Falls (.5 miles) and Pinard Falls (.5 miles).  Spirit Falls (.6 miles) is probably still closed\, but I’ll keep checking. \nThe distances are short but some of the trails will be slippery and steep\, so it’s rated as moderate rather than easy.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/waterfall_hike-25922/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220415T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220417T235959
DTSTAMP:20260620T135406
CREATED:20220313T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102024Z
UID:33591-1649980800-1650239999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Spring Basin BLM Wilderness
DESCRIPTION:This is an Eastern Oregon moderate elevation hike through pristine sage and rimrock in the Spring Basin BLM Wilderness near Clarno\, John Day country. Depart Eugene Friday morning. 4 hour drive to TH. Hike 4 mi following faint tread eastward up side canyon and over crest into Spring Basin and camp. Saturday\, explore southeast into Hay Bottom and remote Eagle Canyon. Sunday\, return hike over crest to TH.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spring_basin_blm_wilderness-25927/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220415
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220416
DTSTAMP:20260620T135406
CREATED:20220304T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102021Z
UID:33571-1649980800-1650067199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mt Pisgah Sunset/Moonrise
DESCRIPTION:Look for us by my car a row or two down from the fee box. Sunset 7:56 and moonrise is 6:57.  Full moon is the next day. Current plan is take Trails 7\,3\, and 1 to the summit. Faster hikers might want to include a section of Trail 4. Email me at jbjacobsen@comcast.net if you have questions. If you don’t have a Lane County pass allow time to purchase one with Debit/Credit card (no cash) at the pay station by trailhead. \nIf weather doesn’t cooperate with viewing a celestial event\, we won’t wait….
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/moonrise-25917/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220413
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220414
DTSTAMP:20260620T135406
CREATED:20220227T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102018Z
UID:33551-1649808000-1649894399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: Flexible departure time from 8:15 to 8:30   NOTE TIME CHANGE\nEvery Wednesday since 2013 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. If this is your first time on this Obsidian conditioning hike\, or hiking to Spencer Butte\, you may want to call the leader to discuss the pace. If you should fall too far behind\, the leaders reserve the right to have you not summit but wait and return with the group.  The regulars on this hike have attained their fitness by showing up consistently and slowly improving.  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 contact the leader if you have any questions.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-25906/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220412
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220413
DTSTAMP:20260620T135406
CREATED:20220328T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102033Z
UID:33653-1649721600-1649807999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Hendricks Park Spring Heyday
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate Ogden Nash’s poem\, Lines in Praise of a Date Made Praiseworthy Solely by Something Very Nice That Happened to It\, we will stroll the many trails in the park including Oak Knoll\, Native Plant Garden\, Rhododendron Garden\, and more.  Meet at the F.M. Wilkins Shelter. \nOnce you sign up\, I will email you the poem that  suggests that one pause to rejoice on Nash’s  favorite day\, April 12th.  Not sure about mileage but perhaps 1 ½ hours?  If you have time\, you  might find a word that rhymes with April.  If  questions\, email me at jbjacobsen@comcast.net
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/hendricks_park_spring_heyday-25959/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220412
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220413
DTSTAMP:20260620T135406
CREATED:20211210T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101953Z
UID:33369-1649721600-1649807999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Blanton Ridge to Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: Flexible start time between 6:45 and 7.\nThis 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-25815/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220410
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220411
DTSTAMP:20260620T135406
CREATED:20220417T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102042Z
UID:33715-1649548800-1649635199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Rock climbing field day
DESCRIPTION:For the 2022 Obsidians and Eugene Mountain Rescue Climb School we will be learning rock climbing skills at the Skinner Butte Columns.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/rock_climbing_field_day-25990/
CATEGORIES:Climbs
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220410
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220411
DTSTAMP:20260620T135406
CREATED:20220403T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102036Z
UID:33673-1649548800-1649635199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mt Pisgah (long)
DESCRIPTION:Park at the Main Parking lot but MEET by the BATHROOMS across from the Pavilion. From there we will take Trail 5 to Trail 56 and then the long uphill Trail 6 to the summit (3.5 miles). Return down on Trail 2 to Trail 4 then make our way back up to the north trailhead and along the river back to our cars.   We can adjust the route if weather does not cooperate. Optional — It is a loop so if you want to shorten the hike\, you can head back  from the summit to the parking lot on the main trail.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt_pisgah_long-25969/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220409
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220410
DTSTAMP:20260620T135406
CREATED:20220211T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102016Z
UID:33535-1649462400-1649548799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Get Acquainted/Ribbon Trail
DESCRIPTION:Meet at the Obsidian Lodge to start the hike on the Ribbon Trail to Hendricks Park and back. This is an opportunity to find out about the Obsidians\, get acquainted with members\, and visit our lodge. This hike through the woods has a few short bursts of steep up and down hill.  \nDorothy’s cell number is 458-221-0262 if you need to contact her after 8:45 am. \nDrive past the Laurelwood Golf Course up 27th St then at the top of the hill turn right onto Spring Blvd\, a one lane road. When Spring Blvd ends\, turn left onto Central then immediately look for the Obsidians Inc. sign and driveway on your right. Enter the driveway and follow the gravel road to the parking areas and Lodge. Members are welcome to sign up to help answer questions. The Lodge is hard to find so if you want to view the map\, go to the Obsidian home page. http://obsidians.org/lodgemap.htm
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/ribbon_trail-25898/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220409
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220410
DTSTAMP:20260620T135406
CREATED:20220125T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102011Z
UID:33503-1649462400-1649548799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Leader Free Safety ReSupply plus
DESCRIPTION:Anyone that has led or assisted on an Obsidian outing during 2021 and 2022 is invited to the first aid supply give away.  This is your opportunity to replace old items or add new items to your first aid kits that you might not have.  In addition there will probably be enough items that other trip participants can pick up some first aid items.  Also\, Concessions will be selling SAM Splints and sit-up-on pads.  Come anytime between 3 and 5 pm\nThere will be information about trips to the Eugene to Crest trail. Last year the fires ended our efforts but we are going to try to have trips that will cover the entire distance.\nSummer Camp booklets will be available.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/leader_free_safety_resupply_plus-25882/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220408
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220409
DTSTAMP:20260620T135406
CREATED:20220402T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102035Z
UID:33663-1649376000-1649462399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Rooster Rock
DESCRIPTION:This is a steep hike in the Menagerie Wilderness to Rooster Rock but to also explore/scout the short undeveloped trails to the rock formations of the Hen and Egg.   Meet at 9:00 at Foster Dam Viewpoint (also called Shea Viewpoint). It is on north side of highway across from the Point Restaurant\, 6305 Highway 20. There can be optional carpooling from there to Trout Creek Trailhead where there is limited parking. Janet Jacobsen will facilitate carpooling from Springfield at 8:00 from Weyerhaeuser-McKenzie Natural Area at 42nd St. and 3809 Marcola Road.  See the April 2021 Bulletin for information about The Hen.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/rooster_rock-25964/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220406
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220407
DTSTAMP:20260620T135406
CREATED:20220324T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102030Z
UID:33633-1649203200-1649289599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Spring & 30th to Hendricks Park
DESCRIPTION:Mid-week\, after work in-town hikes:   \n4/6/22 30th and Spring Street to Hendricks Park: Easy \nPlease note these after work hikes will be listed as ether “easy” or “conditioning”. Conditioning is walking at a faster pace and / or more elevation than easy hikes. Most hikes are 1.5 hours long. Assess your ability before signing up and if you haven’t hiked with Obsidians before\, please give me a call if you have any questions. \nWe depart promptly at 5:30\, arrive at least 5 minutes prior. Meetup/Departure Location: 30th and Spring Street Trailhead
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spring__30th_to_hendricks_park-25948/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220406
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220407
DTSTAMP:20260620T135406
CREATED:20220304T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102021Z
UID:33569-1649203200-1649289599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: Flexible departure time from 8:15 to 8:30   ***NOTE TIME CHANGE**** \nEvery Wednesday since 2013 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. If this is your first time on this Obsidian conditioning hike\, or hiking to Spencer Butte\, you may want to call the leader to discuss the pace. If you should fall too far behind\, the leaders reserve the right to have you not summit but wait and return with the group.  The regulars on this hike have attained their fitness by showing up consistently and slowly improving.  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 contact the leader if you have any questions. \nEvery Wednesday since 2013 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. If this is your first time on this Obsidian conditioning hike\, or hiking to Spencer Butte\, you may want to call the leader to discuss the pace. If you should fall too far behind\, the leaders reserve the right to have you not summit but wait and return with the group.  The regulars on this hike have attained their fitness by showing up consistently and slowly improving.  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 contact the leader if you have any questions.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-25916/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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