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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191113
DTSTAMP:20260714T154847
CREATED:20190429T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101459Z
UID:31199-1573516800-1573603199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Hiking Oregon Ancient Forests
DESCRIPTION:Oregon Wild’s Chandra LeGue will talk about her new guidebook that covers Oregon’s rapturous old-growth forests. She will discuss where the forests are and who manages them\, the threats they face\, and an action plan for protecting what remains and restoring damaged forests so they may become the ancient forests of the future. She will further address forest ecology\, flora\, and fauna and also details 91 of her favorite hikes across the state.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/hiking_oregon_ancient_forests-24704/
CATEGORIES:Conservation, Science, & Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191112
DTSTAMP:20260714T154847
CREATED:20191020T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101531Z
UID:31445-1573430400-1573516799@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 5:33 and the moonrise is 5:19. I plan to take trail 17 and 4 to catch the main trail to the summit. We will take the main trail (#1) back to the parking lot. Email me at jbjacobsen@comcast.net if you have questions.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/moonrise-24830/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191112
DTSTAMP:20260714T154847
CREATED:20191009T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101529Z
UID:31427-1573430400-1573516799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Veterans Day Hike
DESCRIPTION:This hike is open to veterans and non-veterans so come on out and show your support for those who have served our country. We will take a moment to recognize any veterans who will be hiking with us. We will hike the river trail going west\, cross the Greenway foot bridge to the Valley River Mall side\, then continue west & north and cross the Owasso foot bridge\, and continue back to the starting point. We will stop briefly at the Lane County Veterans Memorial to pay our respects to those local veterans who sacrificed their lives in service to our country. The hiking path is paved so this hike will happen regardless of the weather conditions. The hike should take between 2.5 to 3 hours to complete while hiking at a moderate pace.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/veterans_day_hike-24821/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191111
DTSTAMP:20260714T154847
CREATED:20191029T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101538Z
UID:31501-1573344000-1573430399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:McKenzie River Trail/Belknap Springs
DESCRIPTION:Meet at the Thurston LTD park & ride (Main/I-105).    Travel via LTD #91 @ 8:44am.   (Optionally can catch this bus at Eugene Station Bay G @ 8:30am) \nArrive McKenzie River Ranger station 9:50 am. Arrive Belknap Springs around noon.  Use pool ($8.00) per 1 hour\, and/or walk paths/gardens.   Eat lunch (No eating pool-side. Tables inside bldg). Hike back to McK. R S about 3:30 pm. LTD bus #91 leaves 6:01 pm. \nThis hike is for those not in a hurry. We’ll keep moving\, but will enjoy the area in the fall\, take pictures\, chat\, etc.  Not for speedsters!
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/belknap_springs__-24863/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191111
DTSTAMP:20260714T154847
CREATED:20191022T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101532Z
UID:31453-1573344000-1573430399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Shotgun Creek Loop
DESCRIPTION:Upper Shotgun Trail and Drury Ridge Trail. Verdant forest trail along the creek.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/shotgun_creek_loop-24838/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191109
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191110
DTSTAMP:20260714T154847
CREATED:20191024T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101534Z
UID:31467-1573257600-1573343999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:McKenzie View Loop
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Place: County Farm and Fox Meadow Roads  (This is north\, off Coburg Rd — near the First Baptist Church of Eugene.   It is *before* Armitage Park) \nWe’ll explore the hills and country roads around Springfield. \nTip:  In Winter we need more contact with the road surface and less psi should do it.   If the psi range on the sidewall calls for 60-80 psi\, fill 60-65.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mckenzie_view_loop_-24845/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191109
DTSTAMP:20260714T154847
CREATED:20191102T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101539Z
UID:31509-1573171200-1573257599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Chuckle and Indigo Springs
DESCRIPTION:Moderate hike at easy pace.  Hike through lush old growth to hear and see gushing sources of the Willamette’s Middle Fork.  Chuckle Springs is in a 2010 burn area.   Stop along the 33-mile Middle Fork Trail to see historic route site. \nOption to stop at Oakridge’s Brew Pub on the way home.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/chuckle_and_indigo_springs-24867/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191107
DTSTAMP:20260714T154847
CREATED:20191103T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101540Z
UID:31511-1572998400-1573084799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Lodge cleaning
DESCRIPTION:Time to tidy up inside the Lodge. Clean in the kitchen. Sweep and mop floors. Shouldn’t take too long but it will go much smoother if we can at least double the size of the current crew–two
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/lodge_cleaning-24868/
CATEGORIES:Lodge Building
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191107
DTSTAMP:20260714T154847
CREATED:20190729T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101521Z
UID:31369-1572998400-1573084799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:NOTE TIME CHANGE: 9AM.     If this is your first time on this Obsidian hike and/or if this is first time you have hiked up Spencer Butte from the lowest elevation\, you may want to call the leader to discuss the pace.  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 you have questions\, email summertrips@obsidians.org. 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. A great way to get and stay in shape.  Registered guests are welcome.\n   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 call the leader if any questions. One can take LTD Bus #28 to Martin Street. \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-24791/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191105
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191106
DTSTAMP:20260714T154847
CREATED:20190829T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101525Z
UID:31397-1572912000-1572998399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:UO Fossil Collection
DESCRIPTION:We will meet in Alton Baker Park by the restrooms\, tour the Nobel Peace prize exhibit and then see a few of the Talking Stones on our walk to the UO. The focus of this trip is the Museum of Natural and Cultural History Condon Collection of Fossils.  We will visit the lab where fossil collections from the field are analyzed and identified and also see the vault where rare fossils of ancient plants and animals of Oregon are stored.  There are huge mastodon teeth as well as imprints of palm trees and tree ferns. Professor Greg Retallack will lead the museum tour.  We will be joined by some Native Plant Society members.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/uo_fossil_collection_-24806/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191103
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191104
DTSTAMP:20260714T154847
CREATED:20191015T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101530Z
UID:31431-1572739200-1572825599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Blanton Heights 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. Shorter options might be considered. \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-24823/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191103
DTSTAMP:20260714T154847
CREATED:20191024T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101534Z
UID:31465-1572652800-1572739199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Camas Bakery Loop
DESCRIPTION:Meet-up location: Meadowlark Prairie on Greenhill Rd.   (This is 88525 Green Hill Rd\, across the street from the Greenhill Humane Society) \nRide country roads most of the way from Meadowlark Prairie to Camas Country Bakery and Store on Purkerson Rd\, returning to Meadowlark Prairie.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/camas_bakery_loop-24844/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191103
DTSTAMP:20260714T154847
CREATED:20191024T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101533Z
UID:31459-1572652800-1572739199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Camas Bakery Loop
DESCRIPTION:Meet-up location: Meadowlark Prairie on Greenhill Rd. \nRide country roads most of the way from Meadowlark Prairie to Camas Country Bakery and Store on Purkerson Rd\, returning to Meadowlark Prairie.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/camas_bakery_loop-24841/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191103
DTSTAMP:20260714T154847
CREATED:20191008T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101529Z
UID:31425-1572652800-1572739199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Obsidian Loop
DESCRIPTION:Last Call High Cascades:  NOTE TIME. *** We will go counterclockwise if there are views\, because the upper parts of the trail with views are northbound.  If it is foggy\, we will go clockwise\, since it won’t matter.  There is a significant likelihood the hike may be canceled due to snow\, road closure\, or significant rain on hike day. Please bring warm weather gear\, including warm hat\, gloves\, gaiters\, and decent rain gear and boots.  Walking poles are not a bad idea given the possibility of snow on the trail.  Most see this trail in sunshine with wildflowers; seeing it in snow and fog is also nice. I’d like to finish no later than 3 given the early sunset.  NOTE: Daylight savings time ends that night\, so there is NO time change for this.  It is not a home football weekend\, either.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/obsidian_loop-24820/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191102
DTSTAMP:20260714T154847
CREATED:20191029T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101539Z
UID:31505-1572566400-1572652799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:North Bank Habitat
DESCRIPTION:Canceled because of no sign ups.  This is one of my favorite hikes. The North Bank Habitat is near Roseburg\, exit 135\, Wilbur\, then on North Bank Rd to the West Entrance. The drive takes around 1 hour and 15 minutes. The up and down loop hike has rolling—some steep & challenging hills— up to and along the ridgeline with oak savannas\, meadows\, and views of the Umpqua River. Hopefully the fallen trees have been removed since April 13 when I hiked it last.   One will need to watch for poison oak. Expect a few muddy sports but it might be dryer than usual. We should start hiking around 10:00 and complete the hike around 3:00. It will be a steady moderate pace with a late lunch so bring some snacks or two lunches.  The elevation gain is like doing Mt. Pisgah twice.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/north_bank_habitat-24865/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191031
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191101
DTSTAMP:20260714T154847
CREATED:20191017T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101530Z
UID:31435-1572480000-1572566399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Halloween Cemeteries Walk
DESCRIPTION:Update. Change of  Meeting place is Tugman Park.  Park on Hilyard Street near 38th Street.  Dorene and I scouted the route:  Start up through Tugman Park to Brae Burn to an obscure nature  trail up to Westhaven Cemetery. Then  backroads and another secret path to Mary Lane— entrance to Calvary Cemetery.  Crossing Crest Drive to trails  at the back of Wayne Morse Farm and amble our way back to Tugman Park. Optional lunch at nearby Tradewinds .  Not sure of mileage or elevation but there are some up hill sections with unmaintained trails.  There  are bathrooms at Wayne Morse Farm.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/halloween_cemeteries_walk-24825/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191030
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191031
DTSTAMP:20260714T154847
CREATED:20190729T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101521Z
UID:31367-1572393600-1572479999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:If this is your first time on this Obsidian hike and/or if this is first time you have hiked up Spencer Butte from the lowest elevation\, you may want to call the leader to discuss the pace.  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 you have questions\, email summertrips@obsidians.org. 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. A great way to get and stay in shape.  Registered guests are welcome.\n   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 call the leader if any questions. One can take LTD Bus #28 to Martin Street. \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-24790/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191027
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191028
DTSTAMP:20260714T154847
CREATED:20190921T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101526Z
UID:31405-1572134400-1572220799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mt Pisgah & Mushroom Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Mt. Pisgah Mushroom show starts at 10:00 so we should not have a problem parking at the North Trailhead where we will start the hike on Trail 3. Mileage is an estimate depending on weather and participants.  Some may choose to depart for the festival at various  intersections. 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. I plan to hike on the back trails to the top and eventually make our way down to the mushroom festival where we can view and eat lunch. If you want to attend\, the suggested donation fee is $10.00 I recommend that you pay online (easy) if it is available. mountpisgaharboretum.com/festivals-events/mushroom-festival-2019/
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt_pisgah__mushroom_festival-24810/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191026
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191027
DTSTAMP:20260714T154847
CREATED:20191019T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101530Z
UID:31437-1572048000-1572134399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Proxy Falls and Linton Lake
DESCRIPTION:This should be a beautiful hike in the forest with the fall leaves changing. We will first start at proxy Falls and then drive to the Linton lake trail head. Not sure if we will bushwhack up to Linton Falls or just see the lake. The group can decide.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/proxy_falls_and_linton_lake-24826/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191026
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191027
DTSTAMP:20260714T154847
CREATED:20191008T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101528Z
UID:31423-1572048000-1572134399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Oak Creek to McCulloch Peak
DESCRIPTION:A classic McDonald Forest steep hills route with fall colors and rewarding views at the top.\nFrom the top of McCulloch Peak (highest point in the McDonald Dunn Forest) are great views to Pacific Ocean\, Mary’s Peak\, the Southern Willamette Valley and the Cascades. \n► Meet at Albertsons parking lot\, closest to Burger King\, Santa Clara 97404. Let’s consolidate and carpool in least number of cars.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/oak_creek_to_mcculloch_peak-24819/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191026
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191027
DTSTAMP:20260714T154847
CREATED:20190222T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101434Z
UID:31001-1572048000-1572134399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Ridgeline Drainage
DESCRIPTION:We will be cleaning drainage and culverts on the Main Trail as well as cleaning the kiosk. \nMeet at the main Willamette Street Trailhead parking lot\, the paved on Willamette.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/ridgeline_drainage-24602/
CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191025
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191026
DTSTAMP:20260714T154847
CREATED:20190208T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101429Z
UID:30957-1571961600-1572047999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Exploring Morocco
DESCRIPTION:Exploring Morocco with Lana Lindstrom
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/exploring_morocco-24579/
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191023
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191024
DTSTAMP:20260714T154847
CREATED:20190729T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101521Z
UID:31365-1571788800-1571875199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:If this is your first time on this Obsidian hike and/or if this is first time you have hiked up Spencer Butte from the lowest elevation\, you may want to call the leader to discuss the pace.  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 you have questions\, email summertrips@obsidians.org. 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. A great way to get and stay in shape.  Registered guests are welcome.\n   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 call the leader if any questions. One can take LTD Bus #28 to Martin Street. \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-24789/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191020
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191021
DTSTAMP:20260714T154847
CREATED:20190611T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101510Z
UID:31283-1571529600-1571615999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Lookout Creek Trail
DESCRIPTION:This is a pretty tough moderate trail. While not long\, it does have very short\, steep sections and some awkward steps. But it is beautiful. From large old growth trees to moss and lichens there’s a lot going on in this little creek drainage.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/lookout_creek_trail-24747/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191019
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191020
DTSTAMP:20260714T154847
CREATED:20191007T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101528Z
UID:31417-1571443200-1571529599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Vine Maple Glow Amble\, Amazon Hdwtrs
DESCRIPTION:Hike to Fox Hollow and back in the afterglow of sunset hoping to experience to the golden bowers of vine maples in their autumn glory.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/vine_maple_glow_amble_amazon_hdwtrs-24816/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191017
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191018
DTSTAMP:20260714T154847
CREATED:20190121T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101422Z
UID:30891-1571270400-1571356799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Chinese History in Portland
DESCRIPTION:Load Bus 7:30 AM\, depart 8:00 AM\nPortland’s Chinatown is our October destination.  Located in “Old Town” are the remnants of a thriving Chinese community dating back to the 1870s.  At one time it was the second largest Chinatown in the United States. This is an Oregon history story that we’ll experience at the new Chinese Museum opened in December\, 2018.  We’ll also tour the beautiful and culturally inspiring Lan Su Chinese Garden.  Lunch (included) will be at the nearby Golden Horse restaurant.  We will look for the old underground tunnels and imagine the stories to be told.  Businesses\, family associations and underground illegal activity thrived. In recent times\, with gleaming new developments happening in the “Old Town” historic district\, the Chinese community is moving to 82nd street on the east side of Portland.  We’ll return to Eugene via the east side and down Hwy 99.\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:  $75 Members   $77 Non-Member 	Payment due September 26\nPlease make checks payable to Obsidians Bus Trips\nREGISTRATION AND MAIL CHECKS TO: Marcia Claypool 541-736-3896\n2351 Loch Dr. Springfield\, OR 97477\n. Meetup/Departure Location: ShopKo Coburg Rd/Chad Dr\,(btwn ShopKo & Taco Bell)
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/chinese_history_in_portland-24545/
CATEGORIES:Bus Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191016
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191017
DTSTAMP:20260714T154847
CREATED:20190729T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101520Z
UID:31363-1571184000-1571270399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:If this is your first time on this Obsidian hike and/or if this is first time you have hiked up Spencer Butte from the lowest elevation\, you may want to call the leader to discuss the pace.  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 you have questions\, email summertrips@obsidians.org. 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. A great way to get and stay in shape.  Registered guests are welcome.\n   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 call the leader if any questions. One can take LTD Bus #28 to Martin Street. \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-24788/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191015
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191016
DTSTAMP:20260714T154847
CREATED:20190323T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101443Z
UID:31073-1571097600-1571183999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Ecology of Surprise
DESCRIPTION:Michael Nelson\, OSU Professor of Environmental Philosophy and Ethics and Lead Principal Investigator for the HJ Andrews Experimental Forest\, will delight us with the “surprises that come to light during forest research.” Michael will also provide us with an overview of the OSU sponsored Andrews Experiment Forest\, one of 25 major ecosystem research sites funded through NSF’s Long-Term Ecological Research Program.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/ecology_of_surprise-24639/
CATEGORIES:Conservation, Science, & Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191014
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191015
DTSTAMP:20260714T154847
CREATED:20191007T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101528Z
UID:31419-1571011200-1571097599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:McKenzie River Trail
DESCRIPTION:** Meet up: Belknap Hot Springs Lodge Parking Lot. **  (scroll down to see all info) \n*Please note that this is a long and difficult hike that requires us to hike at a fairly rapid pace because of the short daylight hours. There will not be time for: sight seeing\, bird watching\, or mushroom picking because it gets dark much earlier before sunset in the dense forest cover and it’s mandatory that we stay together as a group. Even though there is a net loss of about 1500′ of elevation\, there are several climbs on this hike. We will end the hike at the Belknap access road which will be 5 miles shorter than doing the whole MRT. \n*The meet up place is at Belknap Hot Springs because several hikers are camping or staying in the lodge there for one or two nights. You are encouraged to do the same. However\, if you decide to drive out the morning of the hike from Eugene\, please allow at least an hour to arrive at Belknap. We will depart from Belknap at 7:30am and drive north on Hwy 126 to the north trailhead of the MRT near Fish Lake. We will need 2 cars to take us to the trailhead and 1 car back at Belknap to retrieve the 2 parked cars since this is a one way hike. We should be on the trail no later than 8:00am to assure being finished before dark. \n*It’s likely that the first couple of hours of the hike will be at or near freezing temperatures (or below). Be sure to pack a heavy jacket\, dress in layers\, bring gloves and a hat. The trail is often rocky so good hiking boots are a must. I’ve done the 26 mile version of this hike 3 times and several snacks and a good nourishing lunch is a must. With cooler temperatures\, water requirements will be 2 liters minimum. You can also bring a water filter to filter water right out of the river. \n*After the hike\, you’re on your own. Most of us will elect to soak in the hot springs pool for a while before driving to Takota’s for dinner. Those of you not staying at Belknap for the night will likely want to drive back to Eugene. This hike will be cancelled if the forecast looks like rain.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mckenzie_river_trail-24817/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191012
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191013
DTSTAMP:20260714T154847
CREATED:20190528T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101505Z
UID:31251-1570838400-1570924799@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 6:32 and the moonrise is 6:35. .I plan to take trail 17 and 4 to catch the main trail to the summit. We will take the main trail (#1) back to the parking lot. Email me at jbjacobsen@comcast.net if you have questions. Full moon is October  13 but the 12th  has better times to see both events.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/moonrise-24730/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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