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    • Blanton Ridge to Spencer Butte

    Activity: Hike

    Leader: Sandra Sigrist

    A great in town workout. This hike to the top of Spencer Butte takes the less traveled route from Blanton Road.

    2026 Basic Climb School

    Activity: Climb

    Leader: Dalen Willhite

    Learn the basics of snow and rock climbing! After completing this class you will be ready to climb with the Obsidians on adventures ranging from Mount Adams to Smith Rock.

    Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte

    Activity: Hike

    Leader: Janet Jacobsen

    We do this hike from the Martin Street Trailhead to the summit of Spencer Butte every Wednesday. Compared to starting at the paved Spencer Butte parking lot, this hike has double the climbing and three times the distance.

    Museum of Mental Health in Salem

    Activity: Field Trip

    Leader: Kathie Carpenter

    Train to Salem, 4-mile walk on city streets to Museum of Mental Health, exclusive guided tour of setting for One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest

    Thurston Hills

    Activity: Hike

    Leader: Lana Lindstrom

    This is a 7.3 mile one way hike starting in the main parking lot of Thurston Hills Natural area and ending at Bob Straub Parkway.

    Get Acquainted/Ribbon Trail.

    Activity: Hike

    Leader: Dorothy vanWinkle

    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.

    Meet the Author: Michael Cooper – “Miscalculated Risks”

    Activity: Entertainment & Social

    Leader: Ane McKee

    Award-winning author and former Obsidian member Michael Cooper shares vivid readings and stories from his award-winning memoir "Miscalculated Risks" in this gripping celebration of wilderness, risk, and the unforgettable people who venture far beyond the trail. Free event at the Obsidians Lodge. Join us after the Get Acquainted Hike. (Click this calendar event for more information or visit the Entertainment page)