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SUMMARY:Blanton Ridge to Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:We start between 6:45 and 7; there is a rolling depart time on this hike.\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-25809/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220302
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220303
DTSTAMP:20260620T040921
CREATED:20211222T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101958Z
UID:33407-1646179200-1646265599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: Flexible departure time from 8:45 to 9:00.\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-25834/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220303
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220304
DTSTAMP:20260620T040921
CREATED:20220122T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102009Z
UID:33491-1646265600-1646351999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Thomas Condon 200th Birthday
DESCRIPTION:This is a 3-mile walk through the Eugene Masonic Cemetery and the University of Oregon celebrating the 200th birthday of Thomas Condon\, a fossil-hunting minister who was Oregon’s first state geologist\, the University of Oregon’s first science professor\, and the first to recognize the paleontological importance of the John Day region. He was a forward-thinking man who ensured that future generations could fully appreciate the richness of the state’s natural history. This hike begins and ends at 25th & University St – Eugene Masonic Cemetery.  Because of Covid we will not be visiting the inside of the Museum of Natural & Cultural History or stepping inside buildings on the UO campus. We will make a brief stop at the Erb Memorial Union if a bathroom stop is requested\, but that is dependent upon public access at that time. We should be finished by 6pm. Bring a flashlight and dress for the weather. The hike goes rain or shine. Fossils fans – bring your stories!
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/thomas_condon_200th_birthday_-25876/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220305
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220306
DTSTAMP:20260620T040921
CREATED:20220214T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102016Z
UID:33537-1646438400-1646524799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mt Pisgah (long)
DESCRIPTION:UPDATE:  Lynn has agreed to be an assistant leader so we can make adjustments for the pace.  Look for us by my car a row or two down from the fee box. The main part of the hike will be on Trail 4 and then going up Trail 2 to the summit.  If weather is an issue\, we can opt for a shorter route.  Email me at jbjacobsen@comcast.net if  you  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.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt_pisgah_long-25899/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220306
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220307
DTSTAMP:20260620T040921
CREATED:20220206T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102014Z
UID:33521-1646524800-1646611199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mural Walk - Downtown Area
DESCRIPTION:Downtown Eugene has some colorful building-sized murals along with micro-art pieces. Plan to walk 3 miles in total and several flights of stairs. On the return walk\, we will be stopping by an ice cream shop (provided it is open) and ending our walk in sight of the parking area. The last time the trip leader saw the murals was 9 months ago\, so it will be interesting to see what has changed. Meet at the free 3-hour parking area near the Buffalo Exchange Store (44.05477\, -123.0910). We should finish our walk by Noon. Covid protocols will be in place\, distance and mask as needed.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mural_walk_-_downtown_area-25891/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220306
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220307
DTSTAMP:20260620T040921
CREATED:20220228T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102020Z
UID:33561-1646524800-1646611199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Rosary Lakes
DESCRIPTION:We’ll drive from Eugene to parking lot at ski area.  From there we will pick up the trail to Lower Rosary Lake.  This is lunch with a good view of the lake and Rosary Rock.  There are 2 lakes above this.  Time and conditions will determine if we attempt to get to either one.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/rosary_lakes-25911/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220307
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220308
DTSTAMP:20260620T040921
CREATED:20220301T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102020Z
UID:33567-1646611200-1646697599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Salt Creek Falls
DESCRIPTION:This outing starts at the Salt Creek Sno-Park and follows the closed road to Salt Creek Falls.  Seeing the falls from various angles and reading the signs is a treat.  The trail crosses the creek above the falls and makes a loop past Too Much Bear Lake and Diamond Falls.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/salt_creek_falls-25914/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220308
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220309
DTSTAMP:20260620T040921
CREATED:20211210T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101951Z
UID:33359-1646697600-1646783999@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-25810/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220309
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220310
DTSTAMP:20260620T040921
CREATED:20211222T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101957Z
UID:33403-1646784000-1646870399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: Flexible departure time from 8:45 to 9:00.\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. If this is your first time on this Obsidian conditioning hike\, you may want to call the leader to discuss the pace. The leaders reserve the right to have you turn around if you should fall too far behind.  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-25832/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220312
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220313
DTSTAMP:20260620T040921
CREATED:20220206T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102013Z
UID:33519-1647043200-1647129599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Get Acquainted/Ribbon Trail
DESCRIPTION:Meet at the Obsidian Lodge to start the hike on the Ribbon Trail to Hendricks Park. This is an opportunity to find out about the Obsidians\, get acquainted with members\, and visit our lodge. The Lodge is hard to find so I suggest you get directions and map from Obsidian home page. http://obsidians.org/lodgemap.htm  \nDorothy’s cell number is 458-221-0262 if you need to contact her after 8:50 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 deadheads\, turn left onto Central and immediately look for the Obsidians Inc. sign and gate (driveway) to 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.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/ribbon_trail-25890/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220312
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220313
DTSTAMP:20260620T040921
CREATED:20220306T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102021Z
UID:33573-1647043200-1647129599@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 Incense Cedar Trail\, Trail 5\,Trail 56 and then the long uphill Trail 6 to the summit (3.5 miles). Return on the Trail 4 and 3\, to 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. \nPlan on 3 to 3 ½ hours.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt_pisgah_long-25918/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220312
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220313
DTSTAMP:20260620T040921
CREATED:20220306T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102022Z
UID:33575-1647043200-1647129599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Spring forward Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:Rain or shine day before spring forward time change.\nLet’s check the view from the top of 2\,058 feet tall Eugene landmark.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spring_forward_spencer_butte-25919/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220313
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220314
DTSTAMP:20260620T040921
CREATED:20220206T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102014Z
UID:33523-1647129600-1647215999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:UO Gargoyles & Colophons Walk
DESCRIPTION:We will walk on the UO campus to view sculptures and ornamentation available without entering a building. We will be focusing on the gargoyles and colophons around the Lokey Science Complex and nearby Allen Hall\, as well as the Knight Library.  \nMeet at the corner of Kincaid and 13th (opposite the Duck Store). Bring a mask for any close contact\, and distance as needed to observe Covid protocols. The trip leader is vaccinated and boosted. Due to UO regulations\, we will be unable to enter the buildings. Note: Today is Daylight Savings so remember to spring forward the evening before. The walk should be about 1.5 hours.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/uo_gargoyles__colophons_walk-25892/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220314
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220315
DTSTAMP:20260620T040921
CREATED:20220214T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102016Z
UID:33539-1647216000-1647302399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Pi hike
DESCRIPTION:Departure Place: 25th and University\, Main gate with signage—not the dead end road to the Abbey. The pace will be not quite moderate. First we will find the marker for a math professor and then start 4 ½ mile loop hike with the first stop at Sweet Life Bakery for dessert/pie or a slice of pizza pie at Hey Neighbor.  We can eat outside if room or take our treats to Hendrichs Park (at 1:59?)  and then wind our way back. We could reverse the  route depending on interest\, flowers\, and weather.  Watch for updates.  Come early if you would like to explore the cemetery. There are bathrooms at Hendricks Park! If PI is truncated to seven decimal places\, it becomes 3.1415926\, making Pi celebration  on March 14 at 1:59.26.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/pi_hike-25900/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220315
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220316
DTSTAMP:20260620T040921
CREATED:20211210T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101952Z
UID:33361-1647302400-1647388799@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-25811/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220316
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220317
DTSTAMP:20260620T040921
CREATED:20211222T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101959Z
UID:33411-1647388800-1647475199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: Flexible departure time from 8:45 to 9:00.\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-25836/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220317
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220318
DTSTAMP:20260620T040921
CREATED:20220214T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102016Z
UID:33541-1647475200-1647561599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mt Pisgah Sunset/Moonrise
DESCRIPTION:Look for us by my car a row or two down from the fee box. Sunset 7:21 and  moonrise is 6:54.  Current plan is take Trails 7\,3\, and 1 to the top in hope to see the moonrise around 7:00. 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. \nThe full moon is the next day.  If weather doesn’t cooperate with viewing a celestial event\, we won’t wait….
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/moonrise-25901/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220318T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220320T235959
DTSTAMP:20260620T040921
CREATED:20220224T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102018Z
UID:33549-1647561600-1647820799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Pine Bench Bkpk
DESCRIPTION:This is an out-n-back hike on the Bradley Trail to Pine Bench in the North Umpqua Boulder Creek Wilderness. Depart Eugene Friday afternoon. 2.5 hour drive to the Bradley Trailhead east of Steamboat off OR138. Hike the Bradley Trail approx. 5 miles along an early homesteader route passing soda springs and climbing to Pine Bench\, a remnant area of grass meadows and old growth Ponderosas. Camp near Boulder Creek junction on Pine Bench. Sat day hike to Pine Bench overlook\, manzanita springs\, and possible exploration into the Boulder Creek canyon. Sunday return hike to Bradley TH.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/pine_bench_bkpk-25905/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220319
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220320
DTSTAMP:20260620T040921
CREATED:20220310T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102023Z
UID:33583-1647648000-1647734399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Snowshoe to Maxwell Snow Park
DESCRIPTION:This is about a 6 mile route (maybe more) to Mt View Shelter via the Mt. View Loop trail.  The elevation gain is 600 feet however the total accumulated gain is about 1000 feet. The weather is unpredictable this time of year\, rain more likely than snow\, so will reserve the right to cancel if it doesn’t look good. Please arrange your ride if you need one\, before departure. There are several who enjoy stopping at Takoda’s afterwards\, please discuss with your car and arrange accordingly beforehand.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/snowshoe_to_maxwell_snow_park-25923/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220319
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220320
DTSTAMP:20260620T040921
CREATED:20220318T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102028Z
UID:33617-1647648000-1647734399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Willamette River path
DESCRIPTION:Meet at River Road Annex parking lot\, 1055 River Rd\, Eugene\, OR 97404\nWe’ll ride Willamette River path to Alton Baker park and further east to a bakery in Springfield.\nAfter a snack\, we’ll ride back on the other side of river.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/willamette_river_path-25940/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220320
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220321
DTSTAMP:20260620T040921
CREATED:20220316T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102026Z
UID:33609-1647734400-1647820799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mt Pisgah Mid-Day Hike
DESCRIPTION:MEET at Mt Pisgah – North Parking lot area. We’ll take trail #7 – 4 – 1 to summit\, but return will be via trail #2 to 4/6 – 4 – 7.\nYou need a parking pass\, please allow extra time to go to the kiosk to purchase\, prior to 12:00 pm departure time.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt_pisgah_mid-day_hike-25936/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220322
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220323
DTSTAMP:20260620T040921
CREATED:20211210T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101952Z
UID:33363-1647907200-1647993599@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-25812/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220323
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220324
DTSTAMP:20260620T040921
CREATED:20211222T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101959Z
UID:33413-1647993600-1648079999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: Flexible departure time from 8:45 to 9:00.\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-25837/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220323
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220324
DTSTAMP:20260620T040921
CREATED:20220309T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102022Z
UID:33579-1647993600-1648079999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mt Hood
DESCRIPTION:This time of year is hard to plan for\, but we are planning for Wednesday 3/23.  We’ll be watching weather and avvy conditions in the week leading up to it and hopefully make a determination the Friday before.\nThis will be a South Side route\, probably the Old Chute.\nOur departure time will also be condition dependent\, but please plan to leave Eugene about midnight and be climbing by 4am.  If we are expecting warmer weather\, we will go for an earlier start. The meeting place depends on how many people sign up.\nWe’ll plan for running and/or fixed rope travel.  If you are uncertain about rope travel or climbing in the cold (assuming it will be cold)\, feel free to reach out to me to talk more.  The number of less experienced people we can bring is dependent on how many experienced people we have in the group.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt_hood-25921/
CATEGORIES:Climbs
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220324
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220325
DTSTAMP:20260620T040921
CREATED:20220311T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102023Z
UID:33587-1648080000-1648166399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mt Pisgah Winter Ferns
DESCRIPTION:Five varieties of native ferns can be found this time of year in the Mt. Pisgah Arboretum. Our first stops will be in the Patricia Baker Wildflower Garden to examine four varieties of ferns. We will hunt for the fifth fern as we explore the lush fern growth in the Arboretum and at the old quarry\, and we will also see early spring wildflowers. Finally\, we’ll stroll back along Arboretum trails to our cars. This hike will proceed at a slower pace with plenty of stops for ferns and wildflowers. Total distance will be about 2.5 miles\, with about 200 ft. of elevation gain/loss. Allow at least 2 1/2 hours for the hike. Meet by the restrooms near the West (Main) Trailhead. Parking requires a Lane County Parks Permit sticker\, or allow time when you arrive to purchase a day pass from the machine at the top of the lot. Bring water\, a snack\, and clothing appropriate to the weather. Wear shoes that can handle a little mud. Optional: A small magnifying glass or hand lens is useful for looking at fern leaflets\, and a small pair of binoculars is useful for looking at plants growing off-trail.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt_pisgah_winter_ferns-25925/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220325
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220326
DTSTAMP:20260620T040921
CREATED:20220312T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102024Z
UID:33589-1648166400-1648252799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Gwynn Creek
DESCRIPTION:Some of the most spectacular old-growth Sitka spruce forests on the Coast drape the wild canyons south of Cape Perpetua.  A 5.8 mile loop from the visitor center follows the crest of Cooks Ridge and traverses back through Gwynn Creek’s secluded valley. This hike will be at a moderate pace\, so we can stop and smell the flowers. It will include a a very leisurely lunch (45 minutes or so). We’ll get back when we get back.  Bring what you need such as food\, water and rain protection.\nFor those willing to drive\, I suggest a car pool tip of $20 to cover the present cost of gas.  Note: Please mark your Transportation.  If you don’t I am going to call you.  Thanks\,  Paul
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/gwynn_creek-25926/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220325
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220326
DTSTAMP:20260620T040921
CREATED:20220317T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102027Z
UID:33611-1648166400-1648252799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Gwynn Creek Loop
DESCRIPTION:How about a coast hike that doesn’t go to the beach? Treat yourself to a beautiful loop hike through coastal forests. And you will see the ocean because part of the loop is above the highway on the Oregon Coast Trail with several viewpoints. The main part of the hike is through lush forest of Sitka Spruce and Douglas Fir. It could be damp but that’s why we have this vibrant\, green forest.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/gwynn_creek_loop-25937/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220325
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220326
DTSTAMP:20260620T040921
CREATED:20220320T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102030Z
UID:33629-1648166400-1648252799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:North Bank Habit Area
DESCRIPTION:The North Bank Habitat is near Roseburg\, exit 135\, Wilbur\, then on North Bank Rd to the West Entrance. The drive takes around 1 hour and 15 minutes. The up and down loop hike has rolling—some steep & challenging hills— up to and along the ridgeline with oak savannas\, meadows\, and views of the Umpqua River. One can easily avoid the poison oak at this time of year.  I expect the few muddy sections to be dry. We should start hiking around 9:30 and complete the hike around 2:30.  It will be a steady moderate pace with a snack break and a late lunch. The weather forecast looks good.  Pace will be almost moderate as we enjoy the views and possibly some early signs of spring for the last day of spring break.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/north_bank_habit_area-25946/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220326
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220327
DTSTAMP:20260620T040921
CREATED:20220103T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102001Z
UID:33427-1648252800-1648339199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Neighborhood Connector Tread Work
DESCRIPTION:We will be laying some gravel\, spreading some mulch and reshaping some drainage along the neighborhood connector trail near the Lodge. \nMeet at the end of Spring Boulevard and 30th Avenue
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/neighborhood_connector_tread_work-25844/
CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220326
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220327
DTSTAMP:20260620T040921
CREATED:20220316T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102026Z
UID:33607-1648252800-1648339199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Snowshoe to Maxwell Snow Park
DESCRIPTION:This is about a 6 mile route (maybe more) to Mt View Shelter via the Mt. View Loop trail.  The elevation gain is 600 feet however the total accumulated gain is about 1000 feet. The weather is unpredictable this time of year\, rain more likely than snow\, so will reserve the right to cancel if it doesn’t look good.  \nPlease arrange your ride if you need one\, before departure. There are several who enjoy stopping at Takoda’s afterwards\, please discuss with your car and arrange accordingly beforehand.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/snowshoe_to_maxwell_snow_park-25935/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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