BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Obsidians - ECPv6.15.14//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Obsidians X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://obsidians.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Obsidians REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20180311T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20181104T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20190310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20191103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20200308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20201101T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190527 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190528 DTSTAMP:20260722T152039 CREATED:20190426T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101457Z UID:31181-1558915200-1559001599@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Masonic Cemetery to 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 up to the Obsidian Lodge and on the Ribbon Trail to Hendricks Park. The trip will take around 2 ½ hours so that we are back at the cemetery by noon for Taps at the Public Square and a visit inside Hope Abbey Mausoleum for coffee and cake.\nSteve Adey sent this information: There is a 1:30 Cemetery Highlights tour led by a Eugene Masonic Cemetery Association board member. http://eugenemasoniccemetery.org/index.html\nThe publications link has numerous interesting things like a walking tour map and bios of folks buried there URL:https://obsidians.org/event/masonic_cemetery_to_obsidian_lodge-24693/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190526 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190527 DTSTAMP:20260722T152039 CREATED:20190504T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101500Z UID:31211-1558828800-1558915199@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Spirit/Pinard/Moon Falls trifecta DESCRIPTION:Fun hike to three separate falls in close proximity to each other east of Cottage Grove. Trails may be muddy\, slippery\, and steep in several places. Good hiking boots and trekking poles recommended. The last few miles of driving are on back roads (gravel with potential for potholes & mud). URL:https://obsidians.org/event/moon_falls_trifecta-24710/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190525 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190526 DTSTAMP:20260722T152039 CREATED:20190524T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101504Z UID:31237-1558742400-1558828799@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Blanton Heights to Spencer Butte DESCRIPTION:Hiking on the first two sections of the trail will give us the opportunity to see the some of the “root wad” repair work from the snow storm (Scorpions\, Obsidians\, and Eugene Parks and Open Space). Depending on the weather and the stamina of the group\, we may divide into two groups. The hardest part is the uphill on Blanton Heights section when we return to our cars. If anyone would like to leave their car at the 54th and Willamette Trailhead before our departure time \, email me at jbjacobsen@comcast.net We can figure something out. \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_heights_to_spencer_butte-24723/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190524T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190526T235959 DTSTAMP:20260722T152039 CREATED:20190202T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101427Z UID:30939-1558656000-1558915199@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Central Oregon Explore DESCRIPTION:SPACE IS OPEN FOR ONE PERSON – SIGN UP!\nThis is a 3-day experience into Central Oregon’s Outback that includes learning about early human habitation\, geology\, and the Pleistocene. Our route will include the archaeological site of Fort Rock Cave\, the 2-mile long volcanic fissure known as Crack in the Ground\, and the Fossil Lake area. The last third of this trip is exploratory.\nWe will depart Eugene and enjoy a short rest at Salt Creek Falls before continuing to the curious 3-sided vertical-wall formation known as Fort Rock. Fort Rock was once an island on an ancient lake and smoothed area from wave action can be seen on its walls. We will hike for about 2 miles exploring this curiosity. On our way out\, we’ll visit the local Homestead Museum and learn about how the area’s modern water supply has affected more recent history. Our camp is 15 minutes away\, there are showers\, a small store\, and (if allowed) we will be able to enjoy a fire. The nearby area is open space with trails. Being the Friday of the Memorial Day Weekend this campsite might be busy\, bring earplugs. \nThe next morning we will visit the rarely seen Fort Rock Cave with an interpretive guide. Only about 100 members of the public get to see this cave every year and our group has tickets! It’s at this cave where 9\,500-year-old sandals were discovered\, and it was once thought to be the oldest site of human habitation in the western US. In the afternoon we will drive to Christmas Valley to resupply as needed then off to “Crack in the Ground” an ancient volcanic fissure. The fissure is over 2 miles long and in places 70-feet deep. In the late afternoon\, we’ll drive about ten miles to a rustic ranch to camp. That evening we’ll tent camp under the stars listening to coyotes. The area is remote and off-the-grid\, electricity will not be available\, but there are water and an outhouse. There are a couple of friendly\, but large ranch dogs that will be wandering around. We will have a fire if conditions allow. The moon will be waning gibbous with about 60% illumination. \nOn the third day\, we drive less than 10 miles to Fossil Lake. During the Pleistocene\, this area was part a vast lake. Today\, this high desert region is important because of fossil evidence from the many animals that once swam in the lake and walked its shores. It is in this area that a racetrack of 43\,000-year-old mammoth tracks was uncovered in 2017. Our visit to the area will include 2 to 3 miles of walking. There will be little to no shade\, bring sun-gear. In the afternoon we return to Eugene\, the plan is to be home by dinnertime. \nTrip Departure:The departure location will be e-mailed to participants closer to the trip date (it will be in south Eugene).\nCamping & Ticket Fees:\nReservations have been pre-paid by the trip leader. Participants need to pay $40 (includes\, 2-nights of camping fees and coveted tickets to Fort Rock Cave) to the trip leader at the beginning of the trip. Admission to the Homestead Museum is additional \nMileage & Carpool:\nWhile most of the roads are paved about 40 miles will be on dusty roads. Driving mileage has been determined by Google Maps\, however\, we will be using backroads for parts of the trip and estimating mileage is not always accurate. Please allow for some flexibility with odometer readings and bring a few extra dollars to have on hand to voluntarily reimburse the drivers. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/central_oregon_explore-24570/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190523 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190524 DTSTAMP:20260722T152039 CREATED:20190417T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101455Z UID:31171-1558569600-1558655999@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Summer Trips Rally DESCRIPTION:It’s time to gear up for the summer season. This spring has been frustrating with the weather and the resulting trail closures but that is quickly changing and it’s time to get out there. At this year’s rally we will talk about some safety issues that members have brought up from last season. \nThere’s also the the topic of our online system. For those who have questions about it we’ll show you easy it is. Many may have questions about the permit changes coming in 2020 so that will be a topic as well. \nThen we will get to where are we going to go. It’s easy to find information about hikes online and we can trade information about our favorite sources. You might even win a new trail book as a door prize!\nPlease sign up and help us plan for a successful summer. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/summer_trips_rally-24688/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190522 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190523 DTSTAMP:20260722T152039 CREATED:20190331T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101446Z UID:31099-1558483200-1558569599@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte DESCRIPTION:This is our weekly aerobic hike starting at Martin Street Trailhead up to Spencer Butte. We start promptly so come a few minutes early to check in. Wear appropriate clothing for the weather. It is a steady pace varying from moderate to fast. Registered guests are welcome. Please call the leader if any questions. \nTo get to the trailhead: Take West Amazon to Martin Street. Turn left. Drive past Kinney Park and park on Martin Street at the Kiosk sign board across from Canyon Drive Street sign with hiker symbol. One can take LTD Bus #28 to Martin Street. s from Canyon Drive Street sign with the hiker symbol. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-24652/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190519T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190520T235959 DTSTAMP:20260722T152039 CREATED:20190409T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101454Z UID:31161-1558224000-1558396799@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Diamond Peak - Graduation DESCRIPTION:Diamond Peak is a good introduction to non-technical snow climbing. At 8750 ft\, it is the tallest mountain in the Willamette Pass area. We will be climbing via the Pioneer Gulch route\, which is 8 miles round trip and almost 4\,000 ft of elevation gain. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/diamond_peak_-_graduation-24683/ CATEGORIES:Climbs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190519 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190520 DTSTAMP:20260722T152039 CREATED:20190405T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101453Z UID:31151-1558224000-1558310399@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Mt. Pisgah Wildflower Festival DESCRIPTION:Park at the North Parking Lot.\nThe Mt. Pisgah Wildflower and Music Festival show starts at 10:00 so we should not have a problem parking at the North Trailhead where we will head out for the North Bottomlands\, Trail 3 and eventually arriving at the summit around 10:15.  Mileage is an estimate depending on weather and participants. Directions to North Trailhead: Instead of turning right to the usual meeting place at yellow fee box\, turn left after crossing the bridge spanning the Coast Fork of the Willamette River and proceed a 1/4 mile to a gravel parking area. A sign kiosk indicates the North Trailhead. You will need a Lane County Park pass. There is no fee box at this parking lot. If you want to attend the flower show\,  the suggested donation fee is $10.00. I recommend that you pay online (easy) and print your ticket.     URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt-_pisgah_wildflower_festival-24678/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190519 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190520 DTSTAMP:20260722T152039 CREATED:20190318T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101440Z UID:31051-1558224000-1558310399@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Mt. June (via Lost Creek) DESCRIPTION:Hike the Lost Creek trail to the junction between Sawtooth Rock & Mt. June\, continuing to the summit of Mt. June. As of 4/22 there were still several patches of snow across the trail in the upper reaches of Lost Creek and the ridge at Sawtooth junction. I have not scouted the trail from Sawtooth junction to the summit of Mt. June. Numerous groups were hiking it April 21 though\, so it’s definitely open. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt-_june_via_lost_creek-24628/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190519 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190520 DTSTAMP:20260722T152039 CREATED:20190208T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101429Z UID:30961-1558224000-1558310399@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Kayaking on the Siltcoos DESCRIPTION:SPACE IS STILL AVAILABLE – SIGNUP & EMAIL HOUGARDY@GMAIL.COM for MORE INFO.\nKayak on the Siltcoos River – gear\, transportation\, and guides included! The Siltcoos is located south of Florence in the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area. The Siltcoos is relatively flat and a fun way to experience one of the largest expanses of temperate coastal sand dunes in the world. The river is three miles long and a designated canoe trail. We’ll be keeping our eyes open for otters and a variety of birds. Bring water\, snacks\, lunch\, and dress in layers. Come prepared for the weather. This trip is with the River House Outdoor Center in Eugene. Please meet at 9 am at 301 N. Adams St.\, Eugene\, to take care of pre-trip logistics. We will return to Eugene by 5:30 pm. The price is $55 per person (please bring cash or check)\, payable to the River House on the morning of the trip. We will be riding on a small bus to the Siltcoos. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/_kayaking_on_the_siltcoos-24581/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190518 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190519 DTSTAMP:20260722T152039 CREATED:20190307T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101438Z UID:31033-1558137600-1558223999@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Mt. Pisgah Sunset/Moonrise DESCRIPTION:Look for us by my car a row or two down from the fee box. Sunset is 8:35pm and moonrise\nis 8:34pm. I plan to take trail 17 and 4 to catch the main trail to the summit. We will take the\nmain trail (#1) back to the parking lot. Email me at jbjacobsen@comcast.net if you have\nquestions. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/moonrise_-24619/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190518 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190519 DTSTAMP:20260722T152039 CREATED:20190304T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101436Z UID:31023-1558137600-1558223999@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Horse Rock DESCRIPTION:From the trailhead we will hike through small pine stand into a meadow\, then along a gently rising grassy ridge. Our destination will be an eroded volcanic vent and radial dyke that erupted roughly 30-36 m.y.a. If we are lucky\, there will also be a few early wildflowers and a good view of the South Willamette Valley. Slow pace\, many stops for water\, snacks and photography. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/horse_rock-24614/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190516 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190517 DTSTAMP:20260722T152039 CREATED:20190121T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101421Z UID:30885-1557964800-1558051199@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Hinsdale Rhodie Gardens and Wild Rhodies DESCRIPTION:Load Bus at 7:30 AM\nRoute- I-5 South to Drain Exit- Hwy 38 to the Dean Creek Elk viewing area. A coffee break will be provided along this route. A shuttle bus will meet us at the viewing area to deliver us to the gardens. We have a private viewing of the gardens until about 10:00 am when we will be shuttled back to our bus and proceed to Cleawox or Woahink Lake for our sack lunch (bring your own). After lunch we will travel North to the Washburne beach area and rest stop for a short beach walk and more rhodies. On the way home to Eugene\, we re-track on Hwy 101 to Florence and make an ice cream stop. We will travel to Eugene via Hwy 126\, arriving at approximately 6:00 pm. \nALL BUS TRIP PARTICIPANTS MUST COMPLETE A MEDICAL INFORMATION FORM FOR CURRENT YEAR. Medical form is available from registrar or at http://www.obsidians.org/com_bus \nCost: $60 Members $62 Non-Members Payment due April 25\n Please make checks payable to Obsidians Bus Trips.\nREGISTRATION & MAIL CHECKS TO: Judy Garwood 541-683-5539\n4145 E. Amazon Drive\, Eugene\, OR 97405\n Meetup/Departure Location: ShopKo Coburg Rd/Chad Dr\,(btwn ShopKo & Taco Bell) URL:https://obsidians.org/event/hinsdale_rhodie_gardens_and_wild_rhodies-24542/ CATEGORIES:Bus Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190515 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190516 DTSTAMP:20260722T152039 CREATED:20190331T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101446Z UID:31101-1557878400-1557964799@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte DESCRIPTION:This is our weekly aerobic hike starting at Martin Street Trailhead up to Spencer Butte. We start promptly so come a few minutes early to check in. Wear appropriate clothing for the weather. It is a steady pace varying from moderate to fast. Registered guests are welcome. Please call the leader if any questions. \nTo get to the trailhead: Take West Amazon to Martin Street. Turn left. Drive past Kinney Park and park on Martin Street at the Kiosk sign board across from Canyon Drive Street sign with hiker symbol. One can take LTD Bus #28 to Martin Street. s from Canyon Drive Street sign with the hiker symbol. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-24653/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190514 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190515 DTSTAMP:20260722T152039 CREATED:20190508T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101501Z UID:31219-1557792000-1557878399@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Obsidian Grounds DESCRIPTION:Note 8:00AM start time. We will be doing routine maintenance (mowing\, weed whacking\, weeding beds) to get things spruced up for the ExploraTalk that evening. If we have enough volunteers we will continue dressing and expanding of the planting beds. We could also do blackberry clearing to expose native growth in various areas around the Lodge. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/obsidian_grounds-24714/ CATEGORIES:Lodge Building END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190514 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190515 DTSTAMP:20260722T152039 CREATED:20190323T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101443Z UID:31069-1557792000-1557878399@obsidians.org SUMMARY:David Thompson\, Explorer/Surveyor DESCRIPTION:Gordon Sayre\, UO English Professor and Obsidian member\, has a special interest in the exploration and cartography of North America. His explorer talk will feature David Thompson\, a late18th/early 19th century man who\, like David Douglas\, recorded his findings. While Douglas was a botanist\, Thompson surveyed\, traveled and published maps of the Northwest. He navigated the entire length of the Columbia River in 1811. By the time of his death in 1857\, David Thompson had covered nearly 80\,000 miles on foot\, on horseback and by canoe. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/surveyor-24637/ CATEGORIES:Conservation, Science, & Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190512 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190513 DTSTAMP:20260722T152039 CREATED:20190508T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101501Z UID:31221-1557619200-1557705599@obsidians.org SUMMARY:WIld Iris Ridge DESCRIPTION:Let’s celebrate spring and our moms with a short local hike on this gem! The irises are still blooming on Iris Ridge and one can see for miles from the top. We will be done by noon…. plenty of time to enjoy the rest of the day. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/wild_iris_ridge-24715/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190512 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190513 DTSTAMP:20260722T152039 CREATED:20190408T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101454Z UID:31157-1557619200-1557705599@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Opal Creek DESCRIPTION:This is a classic hike that winds along the Little N. Santiam River and Opal Ck\, passing old-growth groves\, waterfalls and emerald pools along the way. We will pass what remains of Depression era mining operations and will loop back through Jawbone Flats\, the site of the Opal Ck Ancient Forest education center. Opal ck is a exceptionally lush and lovely trail. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/opal_creek-24681/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190511 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190512 DTSTAMP:20260722T152039 CREATED:20190401T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101450Z UID:31127-1557532800-1557619199@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Willamette Confluence Preserve DESCRIPTION:The Willamette Confluence features extensive habitats that are endangered in the Willamette Valley\, including six miles of river corridor\, floodplain forest\, wetlands\, upland oak woodlands and native prairie. The Nature Conservancy is working with partners to reconnect the river to its historic floodplain across 20 ponds in this former gravel mining site. This 6-mile\, 3-hour walking tour (9AM-12PM) with volunteer docents (and other community members\, up to 24 on tour) will take us around the preserve. Tour will include some steep uphill and downhill sections\, walking on uneven ground\, and crossing a slow flowing creek that may be up to a foot deep.\nParticipants : no one under 18 per Confluence regulation URL:https://obsidians.org/event/willamette_confluence_preserve__-24666/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190511 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190512 DTSTAMP:20260722T152039 CREATED:20190304T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101436Z UID:31021-1557532800-1557619199@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Heceta Head/Beaver Lake DESCRIPTION:From Washburne Park we will walk south on the beach to the Hobbit Trail\, and from there up over Heceta Head to the lighthouse for lunch. Some may want to take the lighthouse tour and explore this famous historic landmark. After lunch we will hike back over Heceta Head and take the Valley Trail past Beaver Lake to Washburne Park. We will be walking a slow pace and stopping several times to look at some amazing geologic features. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/beaver_lake-24613/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190510T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190511T235959 DTSTAMP:20260722T152039 CREATED:20190322T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101442Z UID:31063-1557446400-1557619199@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Mt Shasta DESCRIPTION:Mt. Shasta is one of the most beautiful mountains in the Cascade Range\, with sweeping views and amazing landscape. This is a two-day climb to 14\,179 feet\, with one night of snow camping. We will ascend Avalanche Gulch\, the main climbing route\, spending the night at Helen Lake (frozen somewhere under all the snow). We will also consider the more remote Hotlum-Bolam ridge\, if road and mountain conditions permit\, and the group is up for the challenge. \nThis is a strenuous climb so participants fitness level should be up to the challenge. \nFor more info\, see:\nhttps://docs.google.com/document/d/1WWu50Y63mX-AQk-hE6EUIT9K4wvtYqvmRaSYiiJRgFA/edit?usp=sharing\n Meetup/Departure Location: Bunny Flat Tarilhead\, Mt. Shasta URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt_shasta-24634/ CATEGORIES:Climbs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190510 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190511 DTSTAMP:20260722T152040 CREATED:20190307T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101437Z UID:31027-1557446400-1557532799@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Yachats to Waldport DESCRIPTION:We should arrive at Smelt Sands State Park around 10:00 to organize the shuttle to Patterson State Park — starting the beach walk at 10:30\, lunch at Tillicum State Park at 11:45. Target opens at 8:00 (bathrooms). There are bathrooms at Smelt Sands and Tilllicum. Low tide (-.60 feet) is at 11:42 am. There are more than a few several stream crossings. I recommend tennis shoes/wool socks that you don’t mind getting wet. Rubber boots/blisters have been a problem on other trips.\nUPDATE: One person is driving her own car. That means we will only two cars to take the rest of us (7 people) URL:https://obsidians.org/event/yachats_to_waldport-24616/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190508 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190509 DTSTAMP:20260722T152040 CREATED:20190331T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101446Z UID:31097-1557273600-1557359999@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte DESCRIPTION:This is our weekly aerobic hike starting at Martin Street Trailhead up to Spencer Butte. We start promptly so come a few minutes early to check in. Wear appropriate clothing for the weather. It is a steady pace varying from moderate to fast. Registered guests are welcome. Please call the leader if any questions. \nTo get to the trailhead: Take West Amazon to Martin Street. Turn left. Drive past Kinney Park and park on Martin Street at the Kiosk sign board across from Canyon Drive Street sign with hiker symbol. One can take LTD Bus #28 to Martin Street. s from Canyon Drive Street sign with the hiker symbol. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-24651/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190507T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190510T235959 DTSTAMP:20260722T152040 CREATED:20190417T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101455Z UID:31167-1557187200-1557532799@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Grand Canyon North DESCRIPTION:Thunder River Trail and Deer Creek\nDay 1 Drive from Kanab to Monument Point [7166] \, hike Bill Hall trail to Upper Tapeats Creek [2400]\nDay 2. Upper Tapeats to Deer Creek camp [2200]\nDay 3 Layover\nDay 4 Deer Creek to Monument Point \, drive back to Kanab/Las Vegas. Fly home 5-11\nThis is a challenging but spectacular hike. I plan to fly to LasVegas on 5-6 and drive to Kanab. Would be happy to share transportation. Meetup/Departure Location: Kanab\, Utah URL:https://obsidians.org/event/grand_canyon_north-24686/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190507 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190508 DTSTAMP:20260722T152040 CREATED:20190504T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101500Z UID:31213-1557187200-1557273599@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Obsidian Grounds DESCRIPTION:The primary focus of his work party will be dressing and expanding of the planting beds\, that includes weeding the beds and expansion areas before wheelbarrowing and placing bark mulch. We could also do blackberry clearing to clean out and to expose native growth in various areas around the Lodge if we get enough help. And\, there is still one good sized tree down from the snow storm that needs removal from behind the Lodge\, as well as some smaller debris back there to cleanup. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/obsidian_grounds-24711/ CATEGORIES:Lodge Building END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190505 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190506 DTSTAMP:20260722T152040 CREATED:20190318T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101440Z UID:31049-1557014400-1557100799@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Sawtooth Rock DESCRIPTION:Trail climbs steadily through forested headwaters of Lost Creek until we reach the ridge between Mt. June and Hardesty Mt. There are great views along this ridge of Mt. June\, Bohemia Mtn and the Calapooya range. Sawtooth Rock is a 50 ft. monolith with a cave on the north side of its base. \n*Trail has now been cleared! There are still several small patches of snow across the trail. Otherwise trail is in great condition. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/sawtooth_rock-24627/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190504T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190508T235959 DTSTAMP:20260722T152040 CREATED:20181031T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101402Z UID:30737-1556928000-1557359999@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Grand Canyon DESCRIPTION:A five day\, four night backpack in Grand Canyon National Park. The actual dates are Sunday May 4 (hike down) thru Thursday May 9 (hike up). \nPlease request an information packet from steve80adey@gmail.com.\nThe packet includes route descriptions\, transportation and lodging suggestions\, and links for more information. \nThe trip will begin and end at the south rim of Grand Canyon National Park. The first night will be at Bright Angel Campground\, then two nights at Cottonwood Campground\, back to Bright Angel\, and hike out the last day. All via S. Kaibab and N. Kaibab trails. The distances are 7 – 10 miles and the elevation gain/loss the first and last day is about 5\,000 ft. \nThe Grand Canyon permit fee of $34 is non-refundable\, paid directly to the trip leader. The small Obsidian fee is additional. \nParticipants will be responsible for their own transportation to the Grand Canyon and for all food and lodging while there. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/grand_canyon-24453/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190504 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190505 DTSTAMP:20260722T152040 CREATED:20190429T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101458Z UID:31195-1556928000-1557014399@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Little Cowhorn Mountain sunrise DESCRIPTION:Early morning special! Great short hike with a spectacular sunrise view over seven volcanoes.\n☼ Sunrise is 5:59 AM.\nTrip will be cancelled in case of cloudy weather.\n4.30.2019 Update: According to Middle Fork Ranger District trail is closed due to Jones Fire. TRIP IS CANCELLED. \n Meetup/Departure Location: ShopKo Coburg Rd/Chad Dr\,(btwn ShopKo & Taco Bell) URL:https://obsidians.org/event/little_cowhorn_mountain_sunrise-24700/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190504 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190505 DTSTAMP:20260722T152040 CREATED:20190427T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101458Z UID:31193-1556928000-1557014399@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Mt Pisgah DESCRIPTION:Pisgah trails are open. I plan to take Trail 17\, Trail 4 and then up Trail 2 to the summit. It will take around two hours to reach the summit. \nLook for us in the parking area a row down from the fee box/gate. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt_pisgah-24699/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190504 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190505 DTSTAMP:20260722T152040 CREATED:20190417T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101455Z UID:31169-1556928000-1557014399@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Upper Weyerhaeuser Haul Rd DESCRIPTION:Departure location: Pisgah Public Market parking lot in Pleasant Hill – 35851 Hwy 58. Take the Oakridge exit off of I-5. After 4 miles watch for the Maill on your left after the 76 gas station. Park in the middle of the parking lot by the light pole. \nThis is an exploratory hike for me. Trail miles and elevation gain are approximate using GPS technology. We will be hiking the old road between Hills Creek Rd and Upper Fall Creek Rd. I have driven to both ends and have talked to people who have hiked or biked the road.\nWe need four drivers who can take five per car. We will park two on the Hills Creek entrance and drive to the end of Upper Fall Creek Rd where we will start our hike. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/upper_weyerhaeuser_haul_rd-24687/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR