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SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:Every 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. It is a great way to get and stay in shape. If this is your first time on this Obsidian hike and/or if this is the first time you have hiked up Spencer Butte from the lowest elevation\, you may want to call the leader to discuss the pace. Registered guests are welcome. If you have questions\, email summertrips@obsidians.org. Come a few minutes early because we leave promptly at the listed time. (Please scroll down to read all of this trip description.)\nSocial distancing will be maintained. Everyone is required to CARRY A FACE COVERING and know how to use it properly. More information is available on the website. Look for Covid-19 Protocols.\nIf you meet someone going your way\, MASK UP\, excuse yourself and pass. If someone is coming the other way\, MASK UP and if that person doesn’t get over\, step aside and face away. If you are following within 8 feet of another person\, you should mask up. You are in their slipstream. People can change their pace and suddenly you’re too close. PLEASE DO THIS.  \nIf you can’t see up the trail far enough to have time to put on your covering\, leave it on. Make sure you can quickly put on your face covering. Don’t congregate when you meet someone on the trail or on the summit. Maintain face coverings or stay 6 feet apart.\nIf you don’t feel well\, please don’t come. If you are not willing to follow the guidelines\, please do not join the group. \nTo 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 call the leader if any questions.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-25304/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201202
DTSTAMP:20260624T095107
CREATED:20201111T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101725Z
UID:32323-1606780800-1606867199@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-25282/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201129
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201130
DTSTAMP:20260624T095107
CREATED:20201121T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101728Z
UID:32341-1606608000-1606694399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Middle Fork of Willamette
DESCRIPTION:Golden age pass works.  This is an easy hike along the North fork of the Willamette. The trail will be wet and can be muddy in places. It is a nice walkthrough the woods along the river.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/middle_fork_of_willamette-25291/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201129
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201130
DTSTAMP:20260624T095107
CREATED:20201112T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101726Z
UID:32333-1606608000-1606694399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mt Pisgah Sunset/Moonrise
DESCRIPTION:This is the shorter Sunset/Moonrise Hike.  We’ll leave from the main parking\ngo up Trail 17 to 3 to 4 to 1 to the top.  We may see the longer hike group at the top. Sunset is at 4:35 PM and moonrise is 4:24 PM so weather permitting we will see both.  We’ll come back down Trail 1.  Look for my car\, one or two rows down from the fee box.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/moonrise-25287/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201129
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201130
DTSTAMP:20260624T095107
CREATED:20200828T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101702Z
UID:32157-1606608000-1606694399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mt Pisgah Sunset/Moonrise (long)
DESCRIPTION:This is a long hike to backside of Pisgah–It takes two hours and 15 minutes at a moderate space to get to the top!. The timing is good for us to see both if weather cooperates.  The sunset is 4:35 and moonrise  is 4:24.   The full moon is the next day. We will take Trail 7 to Trail 4 DOWN to Trail 2 and then up 800 ft elevation on the east side. Look for us by my car\, one or two rows down from the fee box. Email me at jbjacobsen@comcast.net if you have questions.   If it is raining\, we can opt for  a shorter hike.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/moonrise_long-25196/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201129
DTSTAMP:20260624T095107
CREATED:20200227T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101617Z
UID:31819-1606521600-1606607999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Trail Maintenance
DESCRIPTION:We don’t have a project yet.  But\, we’re certain we’ll be doing some trail maintenance. \nMeet at the main Willamette Street Trailhead parking lot\, the paved on Willamette.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/trail_maintenance-25024/
CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201128
DTSTAMP:20260624T095107
CREATED:20201028T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101723Z
UID:32309-1606435200-1606521599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mt Pisgah
DESCRIPTION:MEET at the North Trailhead. (Turn left — not right to the main gate/pavilion) Required to have a face covering.   Please read the COVID guidelines on our webpage. We will take Trail 3 to Trail 4\, then DOWN to Trail 2 and then UP 800 ft elevation on the east side. It will take around  two hours and 15 minutes at a moderate space to get to the top.   I like this route because we see fewer people\, the trail is wider in some sections and we aren’t hiking under the powerlines.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt_pisgah-25275/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201127
DTSTAMP:20260624T095107
CREATED:20201117T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101727Z
UID:32337-1606348800-1606435199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Shotgun Creek
DESCRIPTION:Scenic short drive via McKenzie View Dr.\, Mohawk\, Marcola.\nWatch the forecast and dress in layers.\nParking is $3 fee for each vehicle or you can use Shotgun Annual\, Interagency Annual Park Pass\, and Golden Age passes. \n➯ Obsidian protocols for social distancing will be observed on the hike. Refer to main website page for full information. Participants will manage their own transportation.  Meetup/Departure Location: ShopKo Coburg Rd/Chad Dr\,(btwn ShopKo & Taco Bell)
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/shotgun_creek-25289/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201127
DTSTAMP:20260624T095107
CREATED:20201010T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101719Z
UID:32279-1606348800-1606435199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Turkey Trimming
DESCRIPTION:For a number of years\, I have led this in-town\, annual hike the day after Thanksgiving. Due to covid-19 restrictions on gatherings this year\, I decided to lead it Thanksgiving Day instead.  It will be a fairly fast paced hike (not a saunter) and we will be climbing some huffy-puffy hills! This year’s route: we will start by going up steep 28th St.\, across to N. Shasta Loop\, on Spring and Firland\, and using a secret trail\, back to 43rd and to the start. ! There are no rest rooms along the route. Be sure to bring a mask\, wear it at all times\, and read the Obsidian covid-19 rules on our home page.  Also\, in case you’re wondering\, Governor Brown’s restrictions effective 11/18 do NOT affect this hike.  Her comments: “We strongly encourage outdoor recreation and camping\, and as such\, our parks and playgrounds are staying open. Breathing fresh\, if not chilly air\, will help us all.”
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/turkey_trimming-25260/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201126
DTSTAMP:20260624T095107
CREATED:20200925T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101713Z
UID:32237-1606262400-1606348799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:Every 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. It is a great way to get and stay in shape. If this is your first time on this Obsidian hike and/or if this is the first time you have hiked up Spencer Butte from the lowest elevation\, you may want to call the leader to discuss the pace. Registered guests are welcome. If you have questions\, email summertrips@obsidians.org. Come a few minutes early because we leave promptly at the listed time. (Please scroll down to read all of this trip description.)\nSocial distancing will be maintained. Everyone is required to CARRY A FACE COVERING and know how to use it properly. More information is available on the website. Look for Covid-19 Protocols.\nIf you meet someone going your way\, MASK UP\, excuse yourself and pass. If someone is coming the other way\, MASK UP and if that person doesn’t get over\, step aside and face away. If you are following within 8 feet of another person\, you should mask up. You are in their slipstream. People can change their pace and suddenly you’re too close. PLEASE DO THIS.  \nIf you can’t see up the trail far enough to have time to put on your covering\, leave it on. Make sure you can quickly put on your face covering. Don’t congregate when you meet someone on the trail or on the summit. Maintain face coverings or stay 6 feet apart.\nIf you don’t feel well\, please don’t come. If you are not willing to follow the guidelines\, please do not join the group. \nTo 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 call the leader if any questions.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-25239/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201124
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201125
DTSTAMP:20260624T095107
CREATED:20201008T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101717Z
UID:32269-1606176000-1606262399@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-25255/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201123
DTSTAMP:20260624T095107
CREATED:20201121T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101727Z
UID:32339-1606003200-1606089599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Thurston Hills
DESCRIPTION:Energizing Sunday Mid-morning hike close to town. \nMeet at Thurston Hills Natural Area parking lot of HWY 126 ( that’s just 2 miles east of HWY 126 / Main Street intersection.) \n➯ Obsidian protocols for social distancing will be observed on the hike. Refer to main website page for full information. Participants will manage their own transportation.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/thurston_hills-25290/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201123
DTSTAMP:20260624T095107
CREATED:20201027T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101722Z
UID:32303-1606003200-1606089599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Cook's Ridge/Gwynn Creek
DESCRIPTION:We park at Cape Perpetua and start the hike from there.  The hike leads up through old growth to the ridge line and return the parking area along Gwen Creek.  There is the opportunity to visit visitor center or cross over to Devils Churn.  We come and go through Florence.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/gwynn_creek-25272/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201121
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201122
DTSTAMP:20260624T095107
CREATED:20200926T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101713Z
UID:32239-1605916800-1606003199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Larison Rock
DESCRIPTION:This is a short hike with a significant climb\, especially in the first two miles. The trail is generally in good shape\, and the rock is where we have lunch. \nBring appropriate gear for a November hike. \nNavigation instruction will be given to those interested\, although the hike itself is straightforward.       Obsidian protocols for social distancing will be observed on the hike. Refer to main website page for information.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/larison_rock-25240/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201121
DTSTAMP:20260624T095107
CREATED:20201113T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101727Z
UID:32335-1605830400-1605916799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Eel Creek
DESCRIPTION:We will be traveling down Hwy 38 to Elkton.  This usually a BR break plus coffee stop at the bakery.  We will stop again at the Elk Reserve at Dean Creek.  Hopefully to see elk and also BR break.  From there we drive south of Winchester to trailhead at Eel Creek.  This stretch of dunes is some of the highest in the monument.  We will pickup the trail to the beach and spend time there.  If the lack of rain continues we should not run into water in the deflation plane which can mean wading.  We will hike north up the beach looking for a way back across.  This is the exploratory part of trip as in the past this has been easily found.  We will return to cars across the dunes hopefully doing a loop.  If there are takers I do not cancel this trip due to weather conditions in Eugene or on the coast.  I usually return through Florence.  There is a 1 mile difference.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/eel_creek-25288/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201119
DTSTAMP:20260624T095107
CREATED:20201028T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101723Z
UID:32307-1605657600-1605743999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:Every 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. It is a great way to get and stay in shape. If this is your first time on this Obsidian hike and/or if this is the first time you have hiked up Spencer Butte from the lowest elevation\, you may want to call the leader to discuss the pace. Registered guests are welcome. If you have questions\, email summertrips@obsidians.org. Come a few minutes early because we leave promptly at the listed time. (Please scroll down to read all of this trip description.)\nSocial distancing will be maintained. Everyone is required to CARRY A FACE COVERING and know how to use it properly. More information is available on the website. Look for Covid-19 Protocols.\nIf you meet someone going your way\, MASK UP\, excuse yourself and pass. If someone is coming the other way\, MASK UP and if that person doesn’t get over\, step aside and face away. If you are following within 8 feet of another person\, you should mask up. You are in their slipstream. People can change their pace and suddenly you’re too close. PLEASE DO THIS.  \nIf you can’t see up the trail far enough to have time to put on your covering\, leave it on. Make sure you can quickly put on your face covering. Don’t congregate when you meet someone on the trail or on the summit. Maintain face coverings or stay 6 feet apart.\nIf you don’t feel well\, please don’t come. If you are not willing to follow the guidelines\, please do not join the group. \nTo 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 call the leader if any questions.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-25274/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201119
DTSTAMP:20260624T095107
CREATED:20201027T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101722Z
UID:32301-1605657600-1605743999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mt Baldy from Martin St
DESCRIPTION:A section of the Ridgeline Trail system that isn’t as heavily used as the parts nearer Spencer Butte.  It also offers alternate paths so it is not a straight  out and back. Our pace will be moderate.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt_baldy_from_martin_st-25271/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201118
DTSTAMP:20260624T095107
CREATED:20201008T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101717Z
UID:32267-1605571200-1605657599@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-25254/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201118
DTSTAMP:20260624T095107
CREATED:20200912T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101705Z
UID:32179-1605571200-1605657599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Microplastics in PNW Waters
DESCRIPTION:In this free online Zoom presentation\, OSU’s Susanne Brander will be discussing recent research findings from her and collaborators’ labs on micro and nanoplastic occurrence in the environment and effects on aquatic organisms. This includes field work on PNW marine organisms such as rockfish and mussels\, and behavioral responses of larval fish\, measured in the lab\, to commonly detected microplastics such as tire wear particles.\nHosted by Obsidian Diana Wheat\, LBCC Biology Instructor.\nInstructions including the link to this Zoom meeting will be sent by email to all participants by November 15.\nQuestions may be directed to scied@obsidians.org. Meetup/Departure Location: Zoom Live Online
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/microplastics_in_pnw_waters-25207/
CATEGORIES:Conservation, Science, & Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201116
DTSTAMP:20260624T095107
CREATED:20201101T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101724Z
UID:32313-1605398400-1605484799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Eel Creek
DESCRIPTION:We will be traveling down Hwy 38 to Elkton.  This usually a BR break plus coffee stop at the bakery.  We will stop again at the Elk Reserve at Dean Creek.  Hopefully to see elk and also BR break.  From there we drive south of Winchester to trailhead at Eel Creek.  This stretch of dunes is some of the highest in the monument.  We will pickup the trail to the beach and spend time there.  If the lack of rain continues we should not run into water in the deflation plane which can mean wading.  We will hike north up the beach looking for a way back across.  This is the exploratory part of trip as in the past this has been easily found.  We will return to cars across the dunes hopefully doing a loop.  If there are takers I do not cancel this trip due to weather conditions in Eugene or on the coast.  I usually return through Florence.  There is a 1 mile difference.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/eel_creek-25277/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201115
DTSTAMP:20260624T095107
CREATED:20201027T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101722Z
UID:32305-1605312000-1605398399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Green Island Walk
DESCRIPTION:Length -up to 3 miles on gravel paths\, easy pace to enjoy the birds\, other wildlife and lovely restored habitats thanks to the McKenzie River Trust.  This is one of three Saturdays in the fall when the Trust is offering open exploration days.\nThe leader is only a birder-wannabe\, so I have not listed this trip as a bird walk\, however birders welcome.\nThis trip it going despite the potential rain. Dress accordingly.  Meetup/Departure Location: ShopKo Coburg Rd/Chad Dr\,(btwn ShopKo & Taco Bell)
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/green_island_walk-25273/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201115
DTSTAMP:20260624T095107
CREATED:20201010T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101718Z
UID:32275-1605312000-1605398399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Green Island Birdwalk
DESCRIPTION:This is an outing sponsored by the Conservation\, Science and Education Committee.  \nLength -up to 3 miles on gravel paths\, easy pace to enjoy the birds\, other wildlife and lovely restored habitats thanks to the McKenzie River Trust.  This is one of three Saturdays in the fall when the Trust is offering open exploration days.  Access to the property 11 AM –  3 PM.  Please arrive at Shopko at 10:30 a.m. \nNo need to be a birder; bring binoculars if you have them.  Bring water\, snacks\, raingear. \nNOTE:  Heavy rain or high wind will occasion cancellation of the outing. Meetup/Departure Location: ShopKo Coburg Rd/Chad Dr\,(btwn ShopKo & Taco Bell)
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/green_island_birdwalk-25258/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201112
DTSTAMP:20260624T095107
CREATED:20201104T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101724Z
UID:32317-1605052800-1605139199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:52nd Street/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:For several years we’ve done a conditioning hike on Wednesdays from the Martin Street Trailhead to the summit of Spencer Butte. In 2020 we’ve been using this route while work was being done on the trail near Fox Hollow. 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.\nSocial distancing will be maintained. Everyone is required to CARRY A FACE COVERING and know how to use it properly. More information is available on the website. Look for Covid-19 Protocols.\nIf you meet someone going your way\, MASK UP\, excuse yourself and pass. If someone is coming the other way\, MASK UP and if that person doesn’t get over\, step aside and face away. If you are following within 8 feet of another person\, you should mask up. You are in their slipstream. People can change their pace and suddenly you’re too close. PLEASE DO THIS.  \nIf you can’t see up the trail far enough to have time to put on your covering\, leave it on. Make sure you can quickly put on your face covering. Don’t congregate when you meet someone on the trail or on the summit. Maintain face coverings or stay 6 feet apart.\nIf you don’t feel well\, please don’t come. If you are not willing to follow the guidelines\, please do not join the group.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-25279/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201112
DTSTAMP:20260624T095107
CREATED:20201026T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101721Z
UID:32297-1605052800-1605139199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Cape Perpetua
DESCRIPTION:We are going to explore the entire area.  The firs thing we will do after arrival is take the trail to the top of the cape to get an over view and see what’s happening in the ocean.  We will go back down trail cross over highway through tunnel and check out Thor’s Hole.  We will follow the trail back along the Hwy to Devil’s Churn.  We should have time to drop down to the beach.  We will cross back over Hwy and take the trail to the giant cedar tree.  At this point people can visit the visitors center or start the trip back to Eugene.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/cape_perpetua-25269/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201112
DTSTAMP:20260624T095107
CREATED:20200924T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101709Z
UID:32213-1605052800-1605139199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:Every 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. It is a great way to get and stay in shape. If this is your first time on this Obsidian hike and/or if this is the first time you have hiked up Spencer Butte from the lowest elevation\, you may want to call the leader to discuss the pace. Registered guests are welcome. If you have questions\, email summertrips@obsidians.org. Come a few minutes early because we leave promptly at the listed time. (Please scroll down to read all of this trip description.)\nSocial distancing will be maintained. Everyone is required to CARRY A FACE COVERING and know how to use it properly. More information is available on the website. Look for Covid-19 Protocols.\nIf you meet someone going your way\, MASK UP\, excuse yourself and pass. If someone is coming the other way\, MASK UP and if that person doesn’t get over\, step aside and face away. If you are following within 8 feet of another person\, you should mask up. You are in their slipstream. People can change their pace and suddenly you’re too close. PLEASE DO THIS.  \nIf you can’t see up the trail far enough to have time to put on your covering\, leave it on. Make sure you can quickly put on your face covering. Don’t congregate when you meet someone on the trail or on the summit. Maintain face coverings or stay 6 feet apart.\nIf you don’t feel well\, please don’t come. If you are not willing to follow the guidelines\, please do not join the group. \nTo 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 call the leader if any questions.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-25226/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201111
DTSTAMP:20260624T095107
CREATED:20201008T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101717Z
UID:32265-1604966400-1605052799@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-25253/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201109
DTSTAMP:20260624T095107
CREATED:20201103T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101724Z
UID:32315-1604793600-1604879999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Davies Nettleton Loop
DESCRIPTION:Davies Nettlton Loop is located north of Corvallis. It’s part fire road and part trail through hills\, old growth forest and has great views according to All Trails. Its a part of the OSU McDonald Forest. I’ve not been\, looking forward to checking it out. Clear weather hopefully\, prepare for muddy parts. Leaving from South Eugene High School for those living in this area. Taking highway 99 now\, to meet with second group at Jerry’s home improvement on highway 99 (2600 hwy 99) at 9:20 am for those that live closer to that area.  \nWe’ll adhere to Covid protocols with mask and distancing. Also please arrange rides before arriving at the high school.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/davies_nettleton_loop__-25278/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201108
DTSTAMP:20260624T095107
CREATED:20201101T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101723Z
UID:32311-1604707200-1604793599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Waldport to Seal Rock
DESCRIPTION:We will meet at Target\, W11\, Eugene. Please arrive few minutes earlier. We will leave promptly at 7:30AM and drive Hwy 126 (Linslaw Park bathroom stop) and Hwy 101 to the trail-head at Waldport\, OR. Trail-head GPS location 44.436781\, -124.082797. From there we will hike north on the low tide beach and along some fascinating geological formations to the Seal Rock\, crossing several shallow creeks. After the leisurely lunch we will hike same way back.\n! Forecast is 50°F\, cloudy / sunny mix with possibility of light drizzle and 13-20 MPH NNW wind.\n➯ Obsidian protocols for social distancing will be observed on the hike. Refer to main website page for full information. Participants will manage their own transportation.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/waldport_to_seal_rock-25276/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201105
DTSTAMP:20260624T095107
CREATED:20200924T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101711Z
UID:32225-1604448000-1604534399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:52nd Street/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:The day after the ELECTION; guaranteed it will be the topic of conversation!  This route is a mile shorter with 400′ less elevation gain than the route to the top from the Martin St. trailhead. If the parking lot is full\, park on 52nd street on the other side of Willamette Street.  Social distancing will be maintained. Everyone is required to CARRY A FACE COVERING and know how to use it properly. More information is available on the website. Look for Covid-19 Protocols.\nIf you meet someone going your way\, MASK UP\, excuse yourself and pass. If someone is coming the other way\, MASK UP and if that person doesn’t get over\, step aside and face away. If you are following within 8 feet of another person\, you should mask up. You are in their slipstream. People can change their pace and suddenly you’re too close. PLEASE DO THIS.  \nIf you can’t see up the trail far enough to have time to put on your covering\, leave it on. Make sure you can quickly put on your face covering. Don’t congregate when you meet someone on the trail or on the summit. Maintain face coverings or stay 6 feet apart.\nIf you don’t feel well\, please don’t come. If you are not willing to follow the guidelines\, please do not join the group.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-25232/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201105
DTSTAMP:20260624T095107
CREATED:20200924T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101710Z
UID:32219-1604448000-1604534399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:Every 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. It is a great way to get and stay in shape. If this is your first time on this Obsidian hike and/or if this is the first time you have hiked up Spencer Butte from the lowest elevation\, you may want to call the leader to discuss the pace. Registered guests are welcome. If you have questions\, email summertrips@obsidians.org. Come a few minutes early because we leave promptly at the listed time. (Please scroll down to read all of this trip description.)\nSocial distancing will be maintained. Everyone is required to CARRY A FACE COVERING and know how to use it properly. More information is available on the website. Look for Covid-19 Protocols.\nIf you meet someone going your way\, MASK UP\, excuse yourself and pass. If someone is coming the other way\, MASK UP and if that person doesn’t get over\, step aside and face away. If you are following within 8 feet of another person\, you should mask up. You are in their slipstream. People can change their pace and suddenly you’re too close. PLEASE DO THIS.  \nIf you can’t see up the trail far enough to have time to put on your covering\, leave it on. Make sure you can quickly put on your face covering. Don’t congregate when you meet someone on the trail or on the summit. Maintain face coverings or stay 6 feet apart.\nIf you don’t feel well\, please don’t come. If you are not willing to follow the guidelines\, please do not join the group. \nTo 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 call the leader if any questions.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-25229/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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