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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 0.5 miles. Do not turn left on Southpointe Dr. \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-26128/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220810
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220811
DTSTAMP:20260615T000824
CREATED:20220522T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102057Z
UID:33827-1660089600-1660175999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mt Pisgah Sunset/Moonrise
DESCRIPTION:Moonrise is at 8:11 and sunset is 8:23. Full moon is the next day.  Look for us by my car a row or two down from the fee box..  Depending on the temperature\, the current plan is to take 7\, “shady” 4 and 1. Optional:  The shorter route of  #7 and #3  to the main trail.\nEmail me at jbjacobsen@comcast.net if you have questions or need to start earlier.  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/moonrise-26046/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220810
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220811
DTSTAMP:20260615T000824
CREATED:20220523T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102100Z
UID:33843-1660089600-1660175999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:CHANGE OF LOCATION.  DUE TO TRAIL IMPROVEMENT WORK THIS WEDNESDAY HIKE WILL START FROM 52ND ST. TRAILHEAD    Flexible start time 7:45 to 8:00 am. \nFor several years we’ve done a conditioning hike on Wednesdays from the Martin Street Trailhead to the summit of Spencer Butte. In 2020 we used this route while work was being done on the trail near Fox Hollow. And we are doing it again as work is being done on the segment from Martin Street.This route is a mile shorter with 400′ less elevation gain.\nIf the parking lot is full\, park on 52nd street on the other side of Willamette Street.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-26054/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220810T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220812T235959
DTSTAMP:20260615T000824
CREATED:20220707T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102114Z
UID:33943-1660089600-1660348799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Perseid Meteor Shower Bkpk
DESCRIPTION:Day1- Afternoon Eugene departure. Drive to N Waldo/Jim Weaver trailhead. Hike approx. 2 miles and camp on rocky bench below Rigdon Butte. The site has expansive views of the entire Waldo Lake basin from which we have front row seats of the peaking Perseid meteor shower accompanied by an August Supermoon.\nDay 2 – Day hike 5 miles looping through the beautiful Rigdon Lakes area which still recovers from the lasting 1996 Charlton Burn.\nDay 3 – Early pack up and hike out. Back in Eugene by 2pm
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/perseid_meteor_shower_bkpk-26104/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220811
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220812
DTSTAMP:20260615T000824
CREATED:20220712T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102118Z
UID:33971-1660176000-1660262399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Obsidian Grand Tour
DESCRIPTION:We’ll start at the Obsidian trailhead to follow Scott trail to Four-in-one Cone where we’ll head to the top.  From there we’ll join the PCT and head South past Minnie Scott Springs for a water stop then on to Opie Dilldock Pass with a side trip to Collier Glacier viewpoint for a lunch stop.  After lunch we’ll continue on the PCT to Glacier Creek Spring where we’ll again leave the trail to scramble up to Arrowhead Lake for another break and a refreshing swim.  After our swim we’ll head down to Sister Springs where we’ll catch the PCT again\, head past Obsidian Falls\, then take the Obsidian Loop trail to the Obsidian trailhead. This is an all day hike so don’t plan on getting home early.  Some of us plan on stopping at Takoda’s restaurant after the hike. \nNote that the permits for this trail don’t come available until August 1st.  I’ll set the maximum number of participants at 12 for now and adjust if necessary.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/obsidian_grand_tour-26118/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220812T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220815T235959
DTSTAMP:20260615T000824
CREATED:20220707T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102115Z
UID:33945-1660262400-1660607999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Diamond Peak PCT 20lb Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Day 1 -Afternoon start at Trapper creek trailhead across from Odell Lake Lodge near Willamette Pass. Hike 5 miles to Diamond View Lake and dinner. Excellent possible group camp site here if conditions warrant. After dinner hike\, 2.5 miles to camp at an unnamed lake with a stunning in-your-face view of Diamond Peak. \nDay 2 – Late start possible if needed. Hike 7 miles along the Pacific Crest Trail with spectacular views all around to camp among a series of alpine tarns off the northeast side of Diamond Peak. \nDay 3 – Early start. Hike 8 miles taking the new cutoff trail down Yoran Lake passing lovely swimmable lakes and concluding with a refreshing ford of Trapper Creek to TH.  \n Meetup/Departure Location: Trapper Creek Trailhead
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/diamond_peak_pct_20lb_challenge-26105/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220813
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220814
DTSTAMP:20260615T000824
CREATED:20220601T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102106Z
UID:33887-1660348800-1660435199@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.  Members are welcome to sign up to help answer questions. \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.  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-26076/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220813
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220814
DTSTAMP:20260615T000824
CREATED:20220730T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102123Z
UID:34003-1660348800-1660435199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:Check for updates! The Amazon Headwaters Trail is closed during the week for trail improvements but will be open on week ends if trail conditions are safe.  It will be interesting to see the progress of the  construction.  Pace is moderate and/or  almost moderate– possibly we would have two groups.  Watch for updates about departure time.   If you have time\, find out about the construction of retaining walls. \nwww.fs.fed.us/t-d/pubs/htmlpubs/htm07232806/page12.htm
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-26134/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220813
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220814
DTSTAMP:20260615T000824
CREATED:20220811T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102125Z
UID:34017-1660348800-1660435199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Collard to Clear\, hike & swim
DESCRIPTION:First Obsidians “hike and swim” event. This Mid-summer adventure will happen few miles north of Florence.\nWe’ll hike from Collard Lake to Clear Lake. After swimming in beautiful Clear lake and picnic lunch we’ll hike back to Collard Lake.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/collard_to_clear_hike__swim-26141/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220814
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220815
DTSTAMP:20260615T000824
CREATED:20220719T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102120Z
UID:33987-1660435200-1660521599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Lyle Cherry Orchard Trail
DESCRIPTION:This hike is just off Rt. 14 in Washington\, and  features spectacular views along the way of the Columbia River and Gorge\, and surrounding mountains. It’s my favorite of 20 some trails I’ve hiked on both sides of the river – worth the extra mileage. Choice of several neat coffee houses on the way back – in Stevenson\, Hood River or Cascade Locks.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/lyle_cherry_orchard_trail-26126/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220815T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220817T235959
DTSTAMP:20260615T000824
CREATED:20220216T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102017Z
UID:33543-1660521600-1660780799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Exploring Hood 4th Annual Camp
DESCRIPTION:We have booked 3 sites at Still Ck campground.\nPlanned Hikes are:\n         Hood Meadows Loop: Newton Ck\, Umbrella Falls\, Sahalie Falls    9.7 miles 1\,400 ft  (Wildflowers and waterfalls)\n         Timberline trail: Cloud Cap to Gnarl Ridge  10 miles 2\,500 ft  (Views)\n         Tamanawas Falls  3.8 miles  500 ft\n* There could be creek crossings that require caution.  Hikes will be at a moderate pace with rest stops.\nCost will be $102 divided by number of participants\, likely around $12.    Plus carpool fees to Hood and to trailheads.    Meetup/Departure Location: Zig Zag Ranger Station
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/exploring_hood_4th_annual_camp-25902/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220816
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220817
DTSTAMP:20260615T000824
CREATED:20220722T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102121Z
UID:33993-1660608000-1660694399@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 0.5 miles. Do not turn left on Southpointe Dr. \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-26129/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220817
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220818
DTSTAMP:20260615T000824
CREATED:20220714T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102119Z
UID:33975-1660694400-1660780799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:CHANGE OF LOCATION. DUE TO TRAIL IMPROVEMENT WORK THIS WEDNESDAY HIKE WILL START FROM 52ND ST. TRAILHEAD Flexible start time 7:45 to 8:00 am. \nFor several years we’ve done a conditioning hike on Wednesdays from the Martin Street Trailhead to the summit of Spencer Butte. In 2020 we used this route while work was being done on the trail near Fox Hollow. And we are doing it again as work is being done on the segment from Martin Street.This route is a mile shorter with 400′ less elevation gain.\nIf the parking lot is full\, park on 52nd street on the other side of Willamette Street.  Please contact the leader if you have any questions.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-26120/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220820
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220821
DTSTAMP:20260615T000824
CREATED:20220708T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102116Z
UID:33957-1660953600-1661039999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Rock Climbing at Flagstone
DESCRIPTION:This is a day trip to Flagstone\, which is a climbing area up the McKenzie.  The setting is beautiful in a patch of old growth trees.  It is a great place to practice lead climbing since some routes are well bolted.  We will also have climbs set up for those who are new to rock climbing so they can learn basic climbing skills. In addition\, we will be giving instruction on how to build a rock climbing anchor and how to clean the anchor when you’re the last person.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/rock_climbing_at_flagstone-26111/
CATEGORIES:Climbs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220820
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220821
DTSTAMP:20260615T000824
CREATED:20220815T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102127Z
UID:34033-1660953600-1661039999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:The Amazon Headwaters Trail is closed during the week for trail improvements but will be open on week ends if trail conditions are safe. It is interesting to see the construction progress to widen a trail section.   We will start by taking the Erin Noble Headwaters trail at the end of Martin St. to the usual start of the Amazon Trail. It is very short side trail that is part of the Ridgeline Trail System and fun to see the connection.\nThe pace is moderate and/or almost moderate– possibly we would have two groups once we reach Fox Hollow.   You can head down from the summit as fast as you need.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-26149/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220820
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220821
DTSTAMP:20260615T000824
CREATED:20220816T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102128Z
UID:34039-1660953600-1661039999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Cham-o-tee Sunrise
DESCRIPTION:Spencer Butte was called Cham-o-tee by the native Kalapuya\, meaning rattlesnake.\nDon’t miss another beautiful sunrise from the top of 30 million years old butte.\nPlease be on time. We’ll leave promptly at 5:15 AM
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/cham-o-tee_sunrise-26152/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220822T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220826T235959
DTSTAMP:20260615T000824
CREATED:20220103T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102004Z
UID:33451-1661126400-1661558399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Hoh Valley to Blue Glacier
DESCRIPTION:This Olympic National park backpack trip will include lush rainforest\, the Hoh River\, alpine meadows\, lakes\, jaw dropping views\, and the stunning Blue Glacier\, one of the largest glaciers arising from Mount Olympus. We will negotiate one river crossing and several small stream crossings. We will meet at 10:00 am at the Hoh River trailhead on Aug 22.\nDay 1  backpack 5.2 miles to Happy Four camping area – minimal elevation gain – plus optional day hikes\nDay 2    backpack 6 miles to Lewis Meadow camping area – little elevation gain\nDay 3   backpack 4.2 miles to Elk Lake – 1670 ft elevation gain PLUS day hike to Blue Glacier 6 miles Round trip with 1700 ft elev gain\nDay 4    backpack 12 miles to Tom Creek camping area – 1670 elevation decline\nDay 5   backpack 3 miles to trailhead – minimal elevation change   Overnight plans before or after the trip are for you to plan.  All participants must be approved by the trip leader. Please call trip leader to secure your spot on the trip. 541-736-7498\nCost\n$33 per person for back country camp sites – payment due to me to reserve your spot on the trip and only refundable if someone else takes your place\nPark entrance fee or Senior Pass – payable when you enter the park\nObsidians Club trip fees – $2 for members… $10 for non members  – due on Aug 22\nOvernight costs before or after the trip – according to whatever arrangements you make for yourself\nOptional trip extension:  I expect to explore more of the park after the backpack trip and am inviting you to stay longer for that.  My plan is to either do another shorter backpack trip along the coast and / or stay in a campground and do day hikes. Please let me know if you are interested in extending your stay\, too. This part of the trip will be exploratory  Meetup/Departure Location: Aug 21 departure for Aug 22 backpack
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/hoh_valley_to_blue_glacier-25856/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220823
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220824
DTSTAMP:20260615T000824
CREATED:20220722T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102122Z
UID:33995-1661212800-1661299199@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 0.5 miles. Do not turn left on Southpointe Dr. \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-26130/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220824
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220825
DTSTAMP:20260615T000824
CREATED:20220720T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102121Z
UID:33989-1661299200-1661385599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:CHANGE OF LOCATION. DUE TO TRAIL IMPROVEMENT WORK THIS WEDNESDAY HIKE WILL START FROM 52ND ST. TRAILHEAD Flexible start time 7:45 to 8:00 am.\nFor several years we’ve done a conditioning hike on Wednesdays from the Martin Street Trailhead to the summit of Spencer Butte. In 2020 we used this route while work was being done on the trail near Fox Hollow. And we are doing it again as work is being done on the segment from Martin Street. This route is a mile shorter with 400′ less elevation gain.\nIf the parking lot is full\, park on 52nd street on the other side of Willamette Street.  Please contact the leader if you have any questions.\n When hike is completed but you still want another 350 ft. elevation gain\, hike up to the Blanton summit.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-26127/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220824
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220825
DTSTAMP:20260615T000824
CREATED:20220815T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102127Z
UID:34035-1661299200-1661385599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:FoxHollow to Mt Baldy
DESCRIPTION:Evening\, after-work hike. Meet us at Foxhollow trailhead parking lot by 5:50 pm for a 6pm departure. Fairly flat until the Mt Baldy portion. If you aren’t familiar with the trail or have questions\, please call or text me. Meetup/Departure Location: Fox Hollow trailhead parking lot
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/foxhollow_to_mt_baldy-26150/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220828
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220829
DTSTAMP:20260615T000824
CREATED:20220713T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102118Z
UID:33973-1661644800-1661731199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:The Twins
DESCRIPTION:This hike rises gently through the forest before arriving at the base of a cinder hill\, with a switchback or two to a dazzling view of Waldo Lake and the Cascade peaks.  We’ll admire the views here\, then proceed along the saddle to a lunch spot atop the south Twin summit\, with a 360-degree view of the surrounding peaks and lakes.  After lunch\, there’s a short scramble down the sandy/cinder hill (poles might be helpful) to a trail that loops around to join the trail we came in on\, and then back to the trailhead. \nUpdate concerning the Cedar Creek Fire:  if the Twins trail is still open\, I’ll probably plan on doing the hike as scheduled.  It sounds like most days the smoke has been going off toward the east\, and views have actually been pretty good.  If it seems too smoky on the day of the hike\, I’ll suggest an alternate hike of similar length/elevation gain.  \nNote:  I’ll be out of town and without cell coverage Aug. 22-26.  I’ll try to respond to phone messages/emails after that.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/the_twins-26119/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220829
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220830
DTSTAMP:20260615T000824
CREATED:20220702T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102114Z
UID:33937-1661731200-1661817599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Lils Lake "Love A Lake" Hike
DESCRIPTION:Besides being a beautiful hike passing many lakes\, this Love a Lake stewardship activity hike will be a chance for participants to help remove any trash from around Lils and Hidden Lakes. Lots of helping hands makes quick work.\nBecause the Trapper creek bridge is still out\, the group will start by doing a short bushwhack through the woods on the other side of Trapper Creek to intersect the Whitefish trail which connects to the Yoran Lake Trail. Please bring sturdy gloves to pick up garbage. Leader will provide garbage bags to carry out trash.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/lils_lake_love_a_lake_hike-26101/
CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220830
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220831
DTSTAMP:20260615T000824
CREATED:20220722T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102122Z
UID:33997-1661817600-1661903999@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 05. miles. Do not turn left on Southpointe Dr. \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-26131/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220831
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220901
DTSTAMP:20260615T000824
CREATED:20220103T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102002Z
UID:33439-1661904000-1661990399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Kiosk Painting
DESCRIPTION:We will continue our beautification projects from the last couple of months by painting the kiosk\, post\, and bikerack at the Willamette and 52nd trailhead. \nMeet at the Willamette and 52nd Trailhead parking lot\, the gravel lot on Willamette.  This is a small parking lot and if full you can park along 52nd.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/kiosk_painting-25850/
CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220831
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220901
DTSTAMP:20260615T000824
CREATED:20220719T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102120Z
UID:33981-1661904000-1661990399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:BACK TO MARTIN STREET!!!  \nNOTE: 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-26123/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220831
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220901
DTSTAMP:20260615T000824
CREATED:20220815T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102128Z
UID:34037-1661904000-1661990399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:52nd to Fox Hollow
DESCRIPTION:Evening after-work hike. Meet at the 52nd & Willamette trailhead by 5:50 pm for a 6pm departure. This is a quick out and back work out. We’ll turn around at Foxhollow. If you aren’t familiar with location or have questions\, please call or text me.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/52nd_to_fox_hollow-26151/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220902
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220903
DTSTAMP:20260615T000824
CREATED:20220818T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102129Z
UID:34043-1662076800-1662163199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Maiden Peak
DESCRIPTION:We’ll park at Maiden Peak Trail head #3681 near Gold Lake and hike 5.8 miles to the top of Maiden Peak.  It starts with a gentle grade\, gets steeper with a stretch of rubble rock near the top.  After a break and view\, we’ll descend 3 miles and go south on the PCT for .7 miles to Maiden Peak Shelter\, more relaxing and lunch. The final 3.5 miles will be downhill to the parking lot.\nIF SMOKE IS AN ISSUE\, I WILL CANCEL OR RESCHEDULE.  Fingers are crossed for a good trip day. \nI won’t respond to email or calls from August 21 – 28th.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/maiden_peak-26154/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220903
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220904
DTSTAMP:20260615T000824
CREATED:20220820T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102129Z
UID:34045-1662163200-1662249599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:The Amazon Headwaters Trail formally opened September 3\, 2005 at a cost $140\,000 with $50\,000 coming from a grant by the state’s Recreational Trails Program.  We will be able to see the recent repair work to widen a section of the trail.   We will start by taking the Erin Noble Headwaters trail at the end of Martin St. to the usual start of the Amazon Trail. It is very short side trail that is part of the Ridgeline Trail System and fun to see the connection.The pace is moderate and/or almost moderate– possibly we would have two groups once we reach Fox Hollow.   You can head down from the summit as fast as you need.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-26155/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220904
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220905
DTSTAMP:20260615T000824
CREATED:20220902T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102132Z
UID:34069-1662249600-1662335999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Bridge and Bald Hill
DESCRIPTION:We will park on the west edge of the OSU campus and meander along Arnold Way\, through a covered bridge making our way to Bald Hill Park. At the park we will do a loop to the top and return to campus. Some folks may stop in Monroe for refreshments on the way home.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/bridge_and_bald_hill-26167/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220907
DTSTAMP:20260615T000824
CREATED:20220811T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102125Z
UID:34019-1662422400-1662508799@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 trail head is on your left in about ½ mile.  Do not turn left on Southpointe Dr. \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-26142/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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