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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240103
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UID:35267-1704240000-1704326399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: Flexible departure time from 8:15 to 8:30\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-26773/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240103
DTSTAMP:20260523T045359
CREATED:20231114T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102408Z
UID:35181-1704153600-1704239999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Blanton Ridge to Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:We will start on time at 7:00 am6:45am. 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. \nThere are 2 ways to get to the trailhead:\n1. 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.\n2. Another 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-26730/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240102
DTSTAMP:20260523T045359
CREATED:20231030T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102403Z
UID:35149-1704067200-1704153599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:New Years Day-Butte-Long
DESCRIPTION:This is a ‘longest’ variation of Janet’s New Years hike for those that want to start the New Year off strongly.  We will have the earliest start and aim to see all the Obsidians at the top.    Choose the version that works best for you. \nReminder that this is a Leave No Trace hike and no feeding the squirrels or throwing apple cores.  Thank you.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/new_years_day-butte-long-26714/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240102
DTSTAMP:20260523T045359
CREATED:20231030T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102403Z
UID:35145-1704067200-1704153599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:New Years Day-Butte-Medium
DESCRIPTION:This is our 14th annual New Year’s Hike that continues a long Club tradition. There will be two other departure times and locations so we will plan on gathering on the South end so as to lower our impact on others. Start the year with fitness\, friends\, and the great outdoors. 2024 here we come!\n* A good parking option is across the street on 52 street\, that way we lesson our footprint and it may be a bit safer for your car.\n**Reminder that this is a Leave No Trace hike and no feeding the squirrels or throwing apple cores.  Thank you.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/new_years_day-butte-medium-26712/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240102
DTSTAMP:20260523T045359
CREATED:20231030T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102403Z
UID:35147-1704067200-1704153599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:New Years Day-Butte-Short
DESCRIPTION:Meet at the Spencer Butte Trailhead -the paved lot – by the steps before the departure time.  Take note of 100 plus shrubs and ferns that Obsidian Trail Maintenance volunteers planted on November 25.  This  hike is not a race –but a gathering for us to ring in the New Year. You can set your own pace with others on the main trail to the summit.  This is 14th annual New Years Hike that continues a long Club tradition.   We usually gather on top near the south end where we keep a low profile so as not to impact others.   \nNote: The meeting place is not at 52nd Street.  Keep driving another ¼ mile.  Meetup/Departure Location: Spencer Butte paved lot on Willamette
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/new_years_day-butte-short-26713/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240101
DTSTAMP:20260523T045359
CREATED:20231229T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102424Z
UID:35293-1703980800-1704067199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Beach Clean-Up with SOLVE
DESCRIPTION:End of Year Celebration and Beach Clean Up at the Florence South Jetty.\nWe will join volunteers from all around the Oregon. Please meet 8:30AM at Target\, West 11th in Eugene. We will carpool to Florence’s South Jetty for 10:00 AM  – 12:30 PM work party.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/beach_clean-up_with_solve-26786/
CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240101
DTSTAMP:20260523T045359
CREATED:20231128T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102416Z
UID:35237-1703980800-1704067199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:North Bank Habit Area
DESCRIPTION:The North Bank Habitat Area is near Roseburg\, exit 135\, Wilbur\, then on North Bank Rd to the West Entrance – around 1 hour and 15 minutes. The scenic up and down loop has rolling—some steep & challenging hills— up to and along the ridgeline with oak savannas\, meadows\, and views of the North Fork of the Umpqua River.\n One will need to watch for poison oak in a few places. Expect a few sections of the trail to be muddy depending on rainfall in recent days. It will be a steady moderate pace with a late lunch so bring some snacks. The elevation gain is like doing Pisgah twice. If the weather forecast is not so good\, I will the change the hike to Pisgah.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/north_bank_habit_area-26758/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231228
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231229
DTSTAMP:20260523T045359
CREATED:20231217T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102419Z
UID:35257-1703721600-1703807999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Goodman Creek
DESCRIPTION:With the holidays near\, a short hike close to town will give a quick escape to the forest. We will park at the Hardesty Mountain Trailhead along highway 58 near milepost 20. The Goodman Creek Trail meanders through a beautiful forest and across a couple side streams.  At 2 miles\, the gentle Goodman Creek Falls bubbles over the rock formations.  After the falls\, we will turn around at the old Goodman Creek Bridge\, which is no longer suitable to cross.  It’s a lovely spot. A lunch or snack break will  happen at the bridge site before we turn around and return to the trailhead.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/goodman_creek-26768/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231227T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231228T235959
DTSTAMP:20260523T045359
CREATED:20231202T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102416Z
UID:35243-1703635200-1703807999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Whale Watching Overnight
DESCRIPTION:This is an overnight trip to the Newport/Agate Beach area with an excursion to Depoe Bay. Participants will need to A) arrange their own transportation to/from Newport\, and B) arrange their own accommodation in Newport/Agate Beach area for 1 night (December 27th). The trip leader suggests staying at a place with a generous cancellation policy in the off chance the trip needs to be cancelled. Dress for rain and cold. Bring needed snacks. Plan on eating together as a group for 1 dinner\, and 1 lunch. The trip leader will be staying at the Best Western Agate Beach Inn. \nDay 1: Dec. 27th\nArrive at the Yaquina Head Interpretive Center by 11:30am and meet inside the center. We will plan our afternoon from there depending on the weather and wind.  The headland is a good location for whale watching so bring binoculars! There we will also be looking for winter birds in the area. Plan on walking up to 3 miles today. At 3:30-4pm we will wrap-up the afternoon as it will be getting dark and we it will be good to warm up inside. \nIn the evening\, join others in the group at 6:15pm to have dinner at Local Ocean Seafood along Newport’s waterfront. We have a table reservation for 6\, everyone pays for their own meal. \nDay 2: Dec 28th\nIn the morning at 9am\, we will meet up in Agate Beach (location provided during the trip). If need be\, we can carpool the 12 miles to Depoe Bay. Depoe Bay is a perfect spot to see Gray Whales during their annual migration! Weather will determine our schedule\, but we will be visiting the Whale Watching Center (the center opens at 10am\, so there will be time to get some coffee in town)\, then viewing from along the seawall\, and also walking north to NW Sunset Street where we will be viewing from along the peninsula that stretches from Pirate Cove to Depot Bay. We will eat lunch in town at one of the restaurants. Afterward\, we can look for more whales or head back home. The plan is for everyone to be home by dark. Plan on walking up to 7 miles today.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/whale_watching_overnight_-26761/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231227
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231228
DTSTAMP:20260523T045359
CREATED:20231125T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102415Z
UID:35231-1703635200-1703721599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Midnight Lake
DESCRIPTION:This is a good first-of-the-season trip for intermediate skiers (it’s really not appropriate for beginners).  Conditions permitting\, we’ll head up to Midnight Lake via the PCT\, then following the trail through the woods over to Abernethy Road past Bechtel Shelter\, for a nice glide back to Pengra Pass and then the parking lot.  Lunch will be at either Midnight Lake or at Bechtel Shelter.  Depending on conditions\, it could turn into an out-and-back instead of a loop (for instance\, if it’s icy under the trees). Trip will be cancelled or re-scheduled if snow/road conditions are unsuitable.  Please note:  the trip can only go if we have drivers to take skiers up to the Sno-Park\, so please offer to drive if you possibly can!
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/midnight_lake-26755/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231227
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231228
DTSTAMP:20260523T045359
CREATED:20231022T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102401Z
UID:35133-1703635200-1703721599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: Flexible departure time from 8:15 to 8:30\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-26706/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231227
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231228
DTSTAMP:20260523T045359
CREATED:20230402T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102253Z
UID:34657-1703635200-1703721599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:test
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/test-26466/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231227
DTSTAMP:20260523T045359
CREATED:20231107T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102407Z
UID:35171-1703548800-1703635199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Blanton Ridge to Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:Please be at the trailhead by 6:45 am.We will start on time at 7:00am. 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. \nThere are 2 ways to get to the trailhead:\n1. 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.\n2. Another 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-26725/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231227
DTSTAMP:20260523T045359
CREATED:20230930T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102353Z
UID:35077-1703548800-1703635199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mt Pisgah Sunset/Moonrise
DESCRIPTION:Look for us by my car a row or two down from the fee box. Full Moonrise is 4:09 and sunset is 4:39  We will take Trails 7\,3 and 1 (main trail). Faster hikers usually include a section of Trail 4. Email me at jbjacobsen@comcast.net if you have questions or if you have never hiked Mt. Pisgah. 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-26677/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231226
DTSTAMP:20260523T045359
CREATED:20231218T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102419Z
UID:35259-1703462400-1703548799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mt. Pisgah Meander
DESCRIPTION:We will take Trail 3 around Swing Hill (maybe swing?)\, to Trail 4\, to Trail 14\, to Trail 1 to the Summit. We will return down Trail 1 to the main Parking Lot and then take Trail 5 along the River back to our cars in the North Parking lot.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt-_pisgah_meander-26769/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231224
DTSTAMP:20260523T045359
CREATED:20231219T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102419Z
UID:35261-1703289600-1703375999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Ramble by the River
DESCRIPTION:We’ll start at the Campbell Center and follow the river path\, over the Owosso bridge\, then back along the river on the opposite side\, cross the Defazio bridge\, and end back at Campbell.  A long loop\, basically.  Optional stop afterwards at the 5th Street Market for a hot drink.\nLook for the leader’s White Honda Fit in the Campbell Center Parking Lot.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/ramble_by_the_river-26770/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231222
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231223
DTSTAMP:20260523T045359
CREATED:20231125T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102415Z
UID:35233-1703203200-1703289599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Pisgah East Side Loop
DESCRIPTION:To get to the east trailhead head drive toward Pleasant Hill on hwy 58. Turn left at the 76 station on to Ridgeway Rd. The parking area is 1.7 miles down this road.  We will hike to the summit on trails #2\, 4 and 1\, then return using trails #6 and 3.  The parking lot is small but vehicles sometimes park on the road if there isn’t room.  You need a Lane County pass to park but not if you park on the road. Remove any valuables from your vehicle.  There is a porta potty at the trailhead.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/pisgah_east_side_loop-26756/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231221
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231222
DTSTAMP:20260523T045359
CREATED:20230930T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102353Z
UID:35073-1703116800-1703203199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mt Pisgah Winter Solstice
DESCRIPTION:Look for us by my car a row or two down from the fee box. Sunset is 4:36.  Moonrise is 1:09pm.  Current plan is take Trails 7\,3\, and 1 to the top. (Some may choose to take Trail 4)We will join a crowd of solstice hikers looking for the sun rays to light up the Mt. Pisgah Sighting Pedestal. Email me at jbjacobsen@comcast.net if you have questions.\nIf you do not have a Lane County pass allow time to purchase one with Debit/Credit card (no cash) at the pay station by trailhead. To buy an annual pass and support the trails\, check out the websites for Friends of the Buford Park or Mt. Pisgah Arboretum.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt_pisgah_winter_solstice-26675/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231220
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231221
DTSTAMP:20260523T045359
CREATED:20231022T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102401Z
UID:35131-1703030400-1703116799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: Flexible departure time from 8:15 to 8:30.\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-26705/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231219
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231220
DTSTAMP:20260523T045359
CREATED:20231107T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102406Z
UID:35169-1702944000-1703030399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Blanton Ridge to Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:Please be at the trailhead by 6:45 am.We will start on time at 7:00 am. 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. \nThere are 2 ways to get to the trailhead:\n1. 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.\n2. Another 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-26724/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231218
DTSTAMP:20260523T045359
CREATED:20231212T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102418Z
UID:35253-1702771200-1702857599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:North Bank Habit Area
DESCRIPTION:We’ll hike steady moderate pace through oak prairie all to the grassy top where we’ll have lunch with “endless” scenic views.\nPlease be ready for a serious hike with few muddy places. Pleasant dry windless day is expected\, in mid 40s F.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/north_bank_habit_area-26766/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231217
DTSTAMP:20260523T045359
CREATED:20231212T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102418Z
UID:35251-1702684800-1702771199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mt Baldy Sunrise
DESCRIPTION:Steep trail. Please be on time. We’ll leave promptly at 7AM.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt_baldy_sunrise_-26765/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231213
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231214
DTSTAMP:20260523T045359
CREATED:20231022T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102400Z
UID:35129-1702425600-1702511999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: Flexible departure time from 8:15 to 8:30\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-26704/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231212
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231213
DTSTAMP:20260523T045359
CREATED:20231107T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102406Z
UID:35167-1702339200-1702425599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Blanton Ridge to Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:Please be at the trailhead by 6:45 am.We will start on time at 7:00 am. 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. \nThere are 2 ways to get to the trailhead:\n1. 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.\n2. Another 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-26723/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231211
DTSTAMP:20260523T045359
CREATED:20231120T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102414Z
UID:35227-1702166400-1702252799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Pisgah Long Route w/Options
DESCRIPTION:Meeting place: Mt. Pisgah\, West (main) Trailhead\, by the bathrooms. If you don’t have a Lane County pass\, be sure to allow time to purchase one with a Debit/Credit card (no cash) at the fee box by the upper trailhead. \nWe will follow the Incense Cedar Trail and Trails 5\, 56 and 6 to the summit\, where we will gather for water and a snack. (At this point\, those who prefer a shorter hike can return from the summit directly via main Trail 1\, a total of about 5 miles and 2-2.5 hours.) To complete the long route\, we will descend Trail 2\, then follow Trails 4 and 3 around Swing Hill to the North Trailhead\, and finally return to the West Trailhead along the river trail. It will probably take about 4 hours to hike the entire 9.4 miles. We can adjust the route if the weather is poor.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/options-26753/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231210
DTSTAMP:20260523T045359
CREATED:20231106T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102405Z
UID:35161-1702080000-1702166399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Free the Forest
DESCRIPTION:City of Eugene\, Park and Open Space hosting a “Free the Forest” volunteer day in Hendriks Park.\nObsidians together with other volunteer groups will work on ivy removal and some other projects depending on team’s interests.  \nPlease meet the group at Hendriks Park parking lot\, corner of Fairmount Blvd. and Floral Hill Dr.\nWe will work 9AM to noon.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/free_the_forest-26720/
CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231210
DTSTAMP:20260523T045359
CREATED:20231022T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102401Z
UID:35135-1702080000-1702166399@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. We will be done around noon.  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 at a T intersection\, turn left and  immediately look for the Obsidians 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-26707/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231209
DTSTAMP:20260523T045359
CREATED:20231110T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102407Z
UID:35175-1701993600-1702079999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Pisgah East Side Loop
DESCRIPTION:East Trailhead – from Eugene\, drive east on Highway 58 towards\nPleasant Hill.  Turn left on Ridgeway Road at the 76 Station and drive 1.7\nmiles to the parking area on the left.   The parking lot is small\, but vehicles\ncan also park on the main road if necessary.  Lane County Parking Pass is\nrequired to park in the lot.  Remove any valuables from your vehicle.  There\nis a porta potty at the trailhead.\nWe will hike to the summit on trails #2\, 4\, 3 and then #1 and returning on\ntrail #6. Good conditioning hike.  Optional brunch/lunch following hike.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/pisgah_east_side_loop-26727/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231208
DTSTAMP:20260523T045359
CREATED:20230701T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102328Z
UID:34899-1701907200-1701993599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:GameNight!
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for an evening of games at the Lodge from 4:30 – 7:30 pm. By signing up\, you’ll help us have an idea of about how many to expect\, but you’re very welcome to show up any time throughout the evening\, even if you don’t sign up. (No trip credit earned for this event)
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/gamenight-26588/
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231207
DTSTAMP:20260523T045359
CREATED:20231022T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102359Z
UID:35123-1701820800-1701907199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: Flexible departure time from 8:15 to 8:30.\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-26701/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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