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SUMMARY:Masonic Cemetery/Obsidian Lodge
DESCRIPTION:Departure Place:  25th and University\, Main gate with signage—not the dead end road to the Abbey. \nWe will stroll through the cemetery and then on city streets up to the  golf course and by the Obsidian Lodge taking the Ribbon Trail to Hendricks Park. We might  stop at the Bog. The “relaxed” hike will take around 2.5  hours so that we are back at the cemetery by noon for Taps at the Public Square.\nHope Abbey Mausoleum will be open.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/obsidian_lodge-26011/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220531
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220601
DTSTAMP:20260619T151549
CREATED:20220428T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102047Z
UID:33751-1653955200-1654041599@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-26008/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220531
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220601
DTSTAMP:20260619T151549
CREATED:20220517T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102054Z
UID:33801-1653955200-1654041599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Blue Pool and Sahalie Falls
DESCRIPTION:We will drive past McKenzie Bridge on 126 to the Blue Pool Trailhead.  This portion of the hike will be about 4.5 miles.  The trail ambles along near the bubbling and beautiful McKenzie River.  The destination is the breathtaking Blue Pool (Tamolitch Pool)\, which features the McKenzie River bubbling up from underground. After an enjoyable time\,we’ll return to the trailhead and drive 4 miles to Sahalie Falls.  This 2.6 mile loop features Sahalie Falls\, Koosah Falls\, Carmen Reservoir and incredible views of the McKenzie River.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/blue_pool_and_sahalie_falls-26033/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220531T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220601T235959
DTSTAMP:20260619T151549
CREATED:20220525T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102100Z
UID:33845-1653955200-1654127999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mt St. Helens- Graduation Climb
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt_st-_helens-_graduation_climb-26055/
CATEGORIES:Climbs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220602
DTSTAMP:20260619T151549
CREATED:20220522T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102058Z
UID:33831-1654041600-1654127999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: Flexible departure time from 7:45 to 8:00.  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-26048/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220602
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220603
DTSTAMP:20260619T151549
CREATED:20220512T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102051Z
UID:33785-1654128000-1654214399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Pisgah Flatland Wander
DESCRIPTION:This quiet wander through the flatland past the quonset hut will eventually take us to the river. We will listen and look for birds and maybe even spot a coyote. Last time we did this\, several tree trunks had been well gnawed by beaver. We shall see if any of those trees are still standing. This wander will give us lots of time to enjoy our surroundings. \nDorothy’s cell # is: 458-221-0262. Meetup/Departure Location: Across from restrooms\, main parking lot
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/pisgah_flatland_wander-26025/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220602
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220603
DTSTAMP:20260619T151549
CREATED:20220514T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102052Z
UID:33789-1654128000-1654214399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Fort Rock
DESCRIPTION:We’ll circumnavigate the entire rock which is a 1.9 miles mostly level walk\, then hike up inside the ramparts and explore the various rock formations; then up to the rim to enjoy the vast desert scenery. Total hiking distance will be about 3.25 miles\, with an elevation gain of 300’ for those who go up to the rim. \nAfter 2 – 3 hours of hiking\, we’ll visit the Fort Rock Homestead Village Museum in the town of Fort Rock and learn about the fascinating and tragic history of the Fort Rock Valley in the early 1900’s.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/fort_rock-26027/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220602T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220604T235959
DTSTAMP:20260619T151549
CREATED:20220408T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102039Z
UID:33693-1654128000-1654387199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mt Adams
DESCRIPTION:We will be climbing the standard route on the south side.  It is moderately steep snow and will involve an overnight of camping at around 9000 feet.   We’ll drive up early Thursday\, hike up to high camp\, then get up at o’dark thirty and climb\, descend\, hike out and drive home.  It’s a big day for sure\, but if folks are really tired\, we have the option of an extra day.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt_adams-25979/
CATEGORIES:Climbs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220603
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220604
DTSTAMP:20260619T151549
CREATED:20220530T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102104Z
UID:33875-1654214400-1654300799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Baldy to Suzanne Arlie Park
DESCRIPTION:Meet at Spring Blvd Trailhead (4699 Spring Blvd). Google for better directions than mine: Take Spring Exit off of 30th\, turn right – south. it is 1.7 miles to the trailhead. There will be a confusing jog with Firland St.  I scouted this several times last spring but I know there have been boundary changes. I will send you an alltrails map.  Be prepared for an additional 1 or 2 more miles. \nWe will take steep trails (more for dirt bikes) merging off of the Baldy trail to LCC/ Arlie park where we will do an upand down loop on roads and trails back to where started—we hope. If it has rained\, it could be slippery. Suzanne Arlie Park is Eugene’s largest single park at 515 acres. The expansive area includes rare prairie and oak habitats\, and offers views of Spencer Butte. It is still a relatively wild and remote site.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/baldy_to_suzanne_arlie_park-26070/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220603
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220604
DTSTAMP:20260619T151549
CREATED:20220531T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102105Z
UID:33879-1654214400-1654300799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Lodge Grounds Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Mowing\, weeding\, blackberry digging\, moving mulch\, chopping and stacking firewood.  Bring gloves\, favorite weeding tool\, water bottle\, wheelbarrow if you have one\, and\, should you desire\, a treat to share for our break.  We’ll work from 9 to noon.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/lodge_grounds_cleanup-26072/
CATEGORIES:Lodge Grounds
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220604
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220605
DTSTAMP:20260619T151549
CREATED:20220103T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102002Z
UID:33433-1654300800-1654387199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:National Trails Day
DESCRIPTION:For this project\, we will be working to clear drainage and cut back woody brush from the trailsides of the Main and West trails. \nMeet at the main Spencer Butte parking lot\, the paved lot on Willamette Street.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/national_trails_day-25847/
CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220604
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220605
DTSTAMP:20260619T151549
CREATED:20220531T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102105Z
UID:33877-1654300800-1654387199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Martin St to Spring Blvd
DESCRIPTION:Start the weekend with a moderately-paced hike from Martin Street to Spring Blvd. and back.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/martin_st_to_spring_blvd-26071/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220606
DTSTAMP:20260619T151549
CREATED:20220522T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102055Z
UID:33809-1654387200-1654473599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Finley Wildlife Refuge
DESCRIPTION:This  is primarily a birding trip with a hike attached.  I have an option in mind to include the new Ankeny Wildlife Refuge nature center and trail. I consider this part of the trip exploratory.  The Finley portion of the trip will include checking out 2 large ponds and hiking the Woodpecker and Mill Pond trails.    No Ankeny refuge.  To far to go for a mile and a half trail.  It would be a great place to stop on your north.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/finley_wildlife_refuge-26037/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220607
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220608
DTSTAMP:20260619T151549
CREATED:20220428T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102047Z
UID:33753-1654560000-1654646399@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-26009/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220607
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220608
DTSTAMP:20260619T151549
CREATED:20220522T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102059Z
UID:33839-1654560000-1654646399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Lookout Creek
DESCRIPTION:This hike is in the H.J. Andrews Experimental Forest and carries prohibitions against removing materials. This is from the H.J.Andrews website:\nFishing and collection of forest products\, such as flowers\, moss\, mushrooms\, bear grass\, or fir boughs\, are prohibited on the HJ Andrews Experimental Forest. Many of these organisms are being studied by researchers and their removal can have serious\, negative impacts.\nThe trail is often steep and has some awkward sections. The total trail length is 3.5 miles but as of 2019 we only go in around two miles and turn around. This is because beyond that point means a dangers creek crossing and then a 3 mile road walk back to the start of the hike at the west trailhead. Meetup/Departure Location:  Albertson’s parking lot 30th and Hilyard
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/lookout_creek-26052/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220607T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220609T235959
DTSTAMP:20260619T151549
CREATED:20220413T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102040Z
UID:33703-1654560000-1654819199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Yachats Beach House Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Two night Yachats beach house overnighter for 8 fully vaccinated\, boosted and tested participants. \nTuesday June 7th\nDrive to beach house and then to Amanda Trail hike to see the new suspension bridge and the statue. Back to the house for evening potluck. \nWednesday morning take bus to Waldport walk back on beach — 8 mi; option to get off bus halfway at Tillicum 4 miles .. Med difficulty… \nWednesday evening go to restaurant or eat at house \nsleeping arrangements —\nOne room — King bed\, for 2 to share\nSecond room — Queen bed for 2 to share\nThird room — 3 singles\nFloor space\, couches \n$65  — towards professional cleaning of house and Thursday breakfast provided by Scott \nCovid procedure for this trip — Vaccinated\, boosted participants will come up negative on an at-home rapid Covid test Tuesday morning — every US household is eligible to order 2 sets of 4 free at-⁠home tests. Order or purchase now if you do not have a supply.\nhttps://www.covid.gov/tests\n— tests are now available locally for purchase too. \nCoordinating emails to follow for people signed up. Scott will be on and off the grid till June first. Questions about trip go to Nikki at 541-954-3050.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/yachats_beach_house_weekend-25984/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220608
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220609
DTSTAMP:20260619T151549
CREATED:20220522T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102056Z
UID:33817-1654646400-1654732799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: Flexible departure time from 7:45 to 8:00 am.  EARLIER START NOW\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-26041/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220609
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220610
DTSTAMP:20260619T151549
CREATED:20220314T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102025Z
UID:33601-1654732800-1654819199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mountaineering Conditioning
DESCRIPTION:We 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_-25932/
CATEGORIES:Climbs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220610
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220611
DTSTAMP:20260619T151549
CREATED:20220403T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102035Z
UID:33669-1654819200-1654905599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Hager Mountain
DESCRIPTION:This trail is a hidden gem – not many people around; thinned out forest for 2/3 of the trail\, beautiful views on the rest. The peak is 9 miles south of Silver Lake. There is a staffed look-out building at the top. This will be a slow-paced hike\, jack-rabbits should fine another trail. We’ll pass the Cowboy Dinner Tree Restaurant in case meat-eaters want to stop for dinner on the drive out. Time permitting\, we could possibly stop at the Fort Rock Homestead Village Museum on the way back.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/hager_mountain-25967/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220611
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220612
DTSTAMP:20260619T151549
CREATED:20220329T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102034Z
UID:33659-1654905600-1654991999@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.  \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-25962/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220612
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220613
DTSTAMP:20260619T151549
CREATED:20220413T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102040Z
UID:33701-1654992000-1655078399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mt June
DESCRIPTION:We will be hiking up to the former lookout site atop Mt June\, which provides an unimpeded panorama from the Willamette Valley to the Three Sisters. A short hike that offers amazing views.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt_june-25983/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220612
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220613
DTSTAMP:20260619T151549
CREATED:20220424T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102045Z
UID:33737-1654992000-1655078399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Todd Lake to Bend Glacier
DESCRIPTION:Hard work for a big reward. This trail features beautiful views of Broken Top and South sister on the way up\, and then moves up the ridge on the other side of gorgeous No Name Lake.\nJune 8 2022 Update: Morning at the trail-head will be chilly\, around 40°F at 9 AM.\nDuring the day we should have mostly partly cloudy sky with many scattered showers and could be thunderstorms.\nAt the top\, 8200 ft we will also experience rain\, around 37°F with some serious west wind 25+ MPH. Chance of precipitation for Sunday is 60 percent. Absolutely no cotton. Please carry 10 essentials\, extra food and have dry change in the car.    >>Snow level in combination with rain and high wind forecast = TRIP IS CANCELLED
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/todd_lake_to_bend_glacier-26001/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220612
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220613
DTSTAMP:20260619T151549
CREATED:20220522T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102055Z
UID:33811-1654992000-1655078399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Patterson Mountain
DESCRIPTION:A close in hike with good wildflowers and a good view of the Willamette River drainage. If the sky is clear there are view of some of the big mountains.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/patterson_mountain-26038/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220613
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220614
DTSTAMP:20260619T151549
CREATED:20220424T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102044Z
UID:33731-1655078400-1655164799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mt Pisgah Sunset/Moonrise
DESCRIPTION:Moonrise is at 8:40 and sunset is 8:56. Look for us by my car a row or two down from the fee box.. Current plan is take Trails 7\,3\, and 1.  If a hot day\, we might want include a section of shady Trail 4.\nEmail me at jbjacobsen@comcast.net if you have questions. \n 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. \n. (The full moon is the next day.)
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/moonrise-25998/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220614
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220615
DTSTAMP:20260619T151549
CREATED:20220428T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102047Z
UID:33755-1655164800-1655251199@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-26010/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220614
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220615
DTSTAMP:20260619T151549
CREATED:20220428T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102049Z
UID:33765-1655164800-1655251199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:McDermitt Creek Caldera & Lithium Mine
DESCRIPTION:Topic:  Two Obsidians\, who are also ONDA members\, will report on the history and ecology of the McDermitt Creek caldera and watershed as well as the environmental implications of the potential McDermitt Creek lithium mine. They participated in a trip at Trout Creek Mountains earlier in the month to learn about these issues and conduct field surveys. \nPlease join us! (Online signup optional.)
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mcdermitt_creek_caldera__lithium_mine_-26015/
CATEGORIES:Conservation, Science, & Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220614
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220615
DTSTAMP:20260619T151549
CREATED:20220530T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102103Z
UID:33867-1655164800-1655251199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:UO Sustainability Tour #3
DESCRIPTION:This will be the third of the University of Oregon (UO) three campus sustainability tours.\nSteve Mital\, UO Director of the Office of Sustainability\, will provide information on green infrastructure as well as academic programs\, research\, and student-run programs focused on environmental issues.  This is an easy walk and learn tour.\nPlease note – many of the parking spaces in the campus area have changed to 1 hour parking or meters.  Past tours have been a minimum of 2 hours so you should plan on needing 2.5 to 3 hours of parking time.  A great way to get to campus is via LTD\, or plan on paying meters\, or a nice long walk to get to campus!\n Meetup/Departure Location: NE Corner of 13th and Kincaid Street
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/uo_sustainability_tour_3-26066/
CATEGORIES:Conservation, Science, & Education
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SUMMARY:Wild Iris Ridge Plus
DESCRIPTION:After work in-town hike\, we leave promptly at 6:00 PM\nMeeting place: Wild Iris Ridge Park/Trailhead on corner of Bailey Hill Road and S. Bertelsen Rd. Parking is limited\, carpool if you can or street parking in residential area off Bailey Hill and Leahy Dr\, walk about a block to the trailhead. \nThis is a good work out\, considered a ‘conditioning’ hike. We’ll add the additional loop for a total of 4.4 miles. Please assess your ability and if you are not familiar with this trail or new to Obsidians\, please call or text me.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/wild_iris_ridge_plus-26030/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: Flexible departure time from 7:45 to 8:00.\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-26042/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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SUMMARY:Neighborhood Exploration
DESCRIPTION:We will go at a leisurely pace up through the Wayne Morse woods\, wend our way through the hidden connector paths\, go through two cemeteries then head back to where we started. Most of this walk will be on pavement. There will be a few short\, steep hills\, and two long sets of steps to ascend. \nDorothy’s cell phone is: 458-221-0262. Meetup/Departure Location: Meet in front of Rite Aid on 29th off of Willamette St.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/neighborhood_exploration-26078/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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