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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190212
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190213
DTSTAMP:20260725T074954
CREATED:20190131T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101427Z
UID:30935-1549929600-1550015999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Restoring Riparian Areas
DESCRIPTION:Restoring Riparian Areas in the Upper Willamette: Beavers and the Humans Who Act Like Them\nJoin Elizabeth Goward and Daniel Dietz of the McKenzie River Trust as we explore the history of the Willamette floodplain and share how two keystone species\, beavers and humans are helping to reshape floodplain restoration. We will examine riparian projects taking place in the upper Willamette that restore riparian floodplain processes and how working with\, and acting like\, beavers can help us to become better stewards of the land.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/restoring_riparian_areas-24568/
CATEGORIES:Conservation, Science, & Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190212
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190213
DTSTAMP:20260725T074954
CREATED:20190122T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101424Z
UID:30909-1549929600-1550015999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Wilderness Strategies Project Update
DESCRIPTION:Matt Peterson\, Recreation Program Manager with the Forest Service will join us to address the new strategies to reduce impact and preserve the character of the Mt. Jefferson\, Mt. Washington and Three Sisters wilderness areas.  Join us and bring your questions as Matt explains the impact of the strategies and what they will mean in planning future activities in these areas.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/wilderness_strategies_project_update-24554/
CATEGORIES:Conservation, Science, & Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190211
DTSTAMP:20260725T074954
CREATED:20190131T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101427Z
UID:30937-1549756800-1549843199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:South Willamette Trail
DESCRIPTION:This is another hike in the Hardesty Mountain area. But this on doesn’t go to any summit. Instead\, it heads east crossing a few creeks. That means it also crosses the ridges between the creeks making for a good way to get in some uphill without it being one long push.  Our path will end at the Eula Ridge trailhead. We’ll have a car or two left there to shuttle us back to the Hardesty trailhead.\nNOTE: START TIME PUSHED BACK TO 9:30.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/south_willamette_trail-24569/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190211
DTSTAMP:20260725T074954
CREATED:20190121T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101423Z
UID:30905-1549756800-1549843199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Pleasant Hill Loop
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Place: Pleasant Hill High School.   (NOTE: The Elementary school is next to Hwy-58.  The High-school is behind the elementary\, farther from Hwy-58. \nWe’ll explore the hills and country roads around Pleasant Hill and Creswell. \nMake sure your bike is in good running condition.    If the psi range on the sidewall calls for 60-80 psi\, fill 60-65. In Winter we need more contact with the road surface and less psi should do it.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/pleasant_hill_loop-24552/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190211
DTSTAMP:20260725T074954
CREATED:20190101T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101413Z
UID:30817-1549756800-1549843199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mt Fuji
DESCRIPTION:Departure location- Shell station near LCC (86623 FRANKLIN BLVD\, 97405-9605\, EUGENE) \nSnow permitting\, we’ll park at Salt Ck falls\, take the road in about a mile then head directly towards Mt Fuji. Weather permitting\, which could necessitate a change of route and/or destination even.  \nUpdate- not sure there’ll be enough snow at salt ck so may need to leave from Waldo rd \nPlease contact me with any questions or concerns.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt_fuji-24508/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190210
DTSTAMP:20260725T074954
CREATED:20190116T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101420Z
UID:30873-1549670400-1549756799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Salt Creek
DESCRIPTION:…See water falls\, lake\, deep woods…..The hike is somewhat level ……cliffs in the area…..Can be difficult if there is a lot of snow….
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/salt_creek-24536/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190210
DTSTAMP:20260725T074954
CREATED:20190102T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101413Z
UID:30823-1549670400-1549756799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:McDowell Creek Falls
DESCRIPTION:Update:  Weather forecast is not promising. I hope to make  decision about canceling by Friday late afternoon but it not\, I’ll let you know at 7:00 on Saturday morning.\nDeparture Location:  Springfield Pioneer Plaza /Pioneer Parkway in Springfield west of Safeway behind Shari’s Restaurant.\nWe will drive up I-5 to Lebanon and then 4 miles east  and then north for 9 miles on a paved road to a trailhead.  Royal Terrace Falls\, Crystal Pool and Majestic Falls are the three show stoppers for photographers.  After our hike\, we will drive 13 miles to Lebanon for lunch at Ixtapa Mexican Restaurant. The trip will probably take 5-6 hours.  Children are welcome with an adult but they need to be registered and signed up online.\nCheck out the video of the falls on the RG site:\nhttp://registerguard.com/rg/life/weekend/35207001-289/step-up-to-the-falls.html.csp
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mcdowell_creek_falls-24511/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190207
DTSTAMP:20260725T074954
CREATED:20190111T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101415Z
UID:30839-1549411200-1549497599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:NOT GOING TO THE TOP TODAY.  We’ll go down the to main lot trailhead and back. This is about the same total distance and elevation gain.\nThis 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.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-24519/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190205T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190207T235959
DTSTAMP:20260725T074954
CREATED:20181112T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101402Z
UID:30743-1549324800-1549583999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Shelter Cove XC Ski and Snowshoe
DESCRIPTION:Three days\, two nights at the beautiful Shelter Cove Resort at Odell Lake on the Willamette Pass.  Go cross-country or downhill skiing\, snowshoeing or curl up by the fireplace and enjoy.  Various snow activities for all levels will be discussed at pre-trip meeting on Jan. 10th\, 6pm at the lodge.  Car pooling and rooms will also be addressed.  Cost: Members $120. Non Members $125 (includes 2 nights\, 2 dinners\, trip fee and parking).  Mail checks payable to Obsidians to: Chris Shuraleff\, 34790 Matthews Rd\,Eugene 97405 within 5 days of signing up.  The payment is non-refundable unless your place is filled by someone else.  The departure places will be determined by the carpool participants.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/shelter_cove_xc_ski_and_snowshoe-24461/
CATEGORIES:Extended Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190205
DTSTAMP:20260725T074954
CREATED:20181220T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101411Z
UID:30803-1549238400-1549324799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:River Path North
DESCRIPTION:Our path will start at the Greenway Bike Bridge behind Valley River Center.   \nWe’ll head north on the East Bank Trail and reach the shops on the north side of Green Acres Road.  At this time we can get lunch/snack/coffee.  (Last year most people chose lunch at Café Yumm.) Then we’ll re-trace our steps until we come to the Owosso Bike Bridge.  After crossing the river here\, our path heads south on a short section on streets.  Then on to West Bank Path.  The Greenway Bridge returns us to our starting point.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/river_path_north-24501/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190204
DTSTAMP:20260725T074954
CREATED:20190126T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101426Z
UID:30925-1549152000-1549238399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Dorris Ranch/Mill Race loop
DESCRIPTION:We will begin hiking by ‘climbing’ up the hill on 2nd Street and over to Pioneer Park; then continue along the Mill Race Path to the junction with the Middle Fork Path for our return.  (If conditions remain dry this week\, we may take trails #2 & #1 back thru the Dorris Ranch filbert orchards instead of along the paved Middle Fork path.)  Meetup/Departure Location:  Middle Fork T.H.– turn left at Ranch entry; meet by bathrooms
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mill_race_loop-24563/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190204
DTSTAMP:20260725T074954
CREATED:20190121T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101423Z
UID:30903-1549152000-1549238399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:100 Mile Bakery Loop
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Place:4th and A Streets\, Springfield.  \nWe’ll explore the hills and country roads around Springfield. \nMake sure your bike is in good running condition.    If the psi range on the sidewall calls for 60-80 psi\, fill 60-65. In Winter we need more contact with the road surface and less psi should do it.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/100_mile_bakery_loop-24551/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190203
DTSTAMP:20260725T074954
CREATED:20190104T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101414Z
UID:30827-1549065600-1549151999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Three Fingered Jack
DESCRIPTION:We will drive to Santiam Sno-park and ski to the NNW following established ski tracks near the route of the Pacific Crest Trail. Our turnaround point will be on the west slopes of Three-Fingered Jack\, and there will be opportunities for exhilarating downhill turns\, either telemark or alpine touring. Recent fires have opened up much of this terrain and made route finding easier. However\, this trip is weather dependent as high winds or precipitation can make skiing difficult. Alternative trips might begin from Potato Hill sno-park.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/three_fingered_jack-24513/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190203
DTSTAMP:20260725T074954
CREATED:20181025T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101358Z
UID:30713-1549065600-1549151999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Groundhog Day
DESCRIPTION:Meet at the Masonic Cemetery at 25th and University near the interpretive signs and gate—not at the Abbey. From there we will hike trails in the Cemetery\, then on city streets to the Ribbon Trail\, past the Obsidian Lodge and Hendricks Park. We will loop back by 19th & Agate and Hey Neighbor Pizza  if not too early for lunch  (optional)before we take a direct route back to our cars. Be prepared for a steady uphilll push for the first 30-40 minutes.    Bathrooms at the Laurelwood Golf Course and Hendricks Park.  Update: We will only do the hike once —not  do it again as in the movie\, Groundhog Day.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/groundhog_day-24438/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190131
DTSTAMP:20260725T074954
CREATED:20181025T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101357Z
UID:30709-1548806400-1548892799@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.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-24436/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190129
DTSTAMP:20260725T074954
CREATED:20190109T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101414Z
UID:30831-1548633600-1548719999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Trestle Creek Falls
DESCRIPTION:This is a loop trail to upper Trestle Falls and lower Trestle Falls. \nMost of us will meet at LCC\, then travel to meet-up with Michael at the Walmart Park & Ride in Cottage Grove\, before heading to the trailhead.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/trestle_creek_falls-24515/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190128
DTSTAMP:20260725T074954
CREATED:20190123T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101425Z
UID:30919-1548547200-1548633599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Larison Creek
DESCRIPTION:Our trail follows the north shore of the Larison Creek arm of Hills Creek Reservoir and continues upstream past the cove. We will turn around either at the pool at the 3-mile mark\, or the stream crossing approximately .5 mile beyond.  *Sunday’s forecast is for dry\, sunny weather. However\, please be prepared for rain & potentially muddy trails.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/larison_creek-24560/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190128
DTSTAMP:20260725T074954
CREATED:20181220T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101411Z
UID:30805-1548547200-1548633599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mt. Pisgah
DESCRIPTION:Look for us by my car a row or two down from the fee box. Depending on weather\, I plan to take back trails\,  #4 and #2 to the summit\, avoiding the main trail #1. Mileage and elevation could vary but around 6 miles at a steady moderate pace. Estimated time is 3 hours so bring snacks.\nif you have questions\, email me at jbjacobsen@comcast.net.\nf 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. To buy an annual pass and support the trails\, check out the websites for Friends of the Buford Park ($50.00) or Mt. Pisgah Arboretum. ($50.00/$40.00 for seniors).
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt-_pisgah-24502/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190127
DTSTAMP:20260725T074954
CREATED:20190125T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101425Z
UID:30921-1548460800-1548547199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Main Trail Drainage
DESCRIPTION:This month we will work to clear the drainage ditches along the Main Trail. We will also clean the kiosk\, and pick up litter. \nMeet at the main Willamette Trailhead parking lot\, the paved lot on Willamette Street.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/main_trail_drainage-24561/
CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190127
DTSTAMP:20260725T074954
CREATED:20181220T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101410Z
UID:30799-1548460800-1548547199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:12 Bridges Loop
DESCRIPTION:We’ll explore the river path and bridges around Eugene. Here’s the route:https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29198955
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/12_bridges_loop-24499/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190126
DTSTAMP:20260725T074954
CREATED:20190122T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101424Z
UID:30911-1548374400-1548460799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:New Hikes in the Central Oregon Cascades
DESCRIPTION:Our favorite author and hiking guru\, Bill Sullivan\, takes us on a tour of a dozen new or dramatically changed trails in the area between Salem and Bend\, including a new path along the Deschutes River north of Bend\, a new bird refuge trail at Salem\, and several reopened trails to wildflowers in the Cascades. These will be part of his pcoming 5th edition of “100 Hikes in the Central Oregon Cascades.” He’ll also discuss the effects of wildfires and the Forest Service’s new permit system. Along the way\, expect anecdotes about local history\, plants\, and outdoor lore.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/new_hikes_in_the_central_oregon_cascades-24555/
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190126
DTSTAMP:20260725T074954
CREATED:20190101T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101412Z
UID:30813-1548374400-1548460799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Historic Brownsville
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Location:  Springfield Target at 2750 Gateway St.\, Springfield\, OR. We’ll meet in the Target parking lot on the east side of the store near Buffalo Wild Wings. I have a grey minivan. \nJoin me on a walk through historic Brownsville\, founded in 1853 (6 years before statehood) and where the movie Stand By Me was filmed. We’ll walk mostly on sidewalks about 6 miles past historical sites and up to a viewpoint at the cemetery. After the walk we’ll stop at a coffee shop for a snack. If we have time\, we’ll stop at Living Rock Studio\, a most curious place. \nMy plan is to get home by 3:00\, plenty of time for the 6:30 potluck at the lodge. I suggest watching Stand By Me movie before the walk as we’ll pass a few of the filming locations.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/historic_brownsville-24506/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190123
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190124
DTSTAMP:20260725T074954
CREATED:20181025T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101357Z
UID:30707-1548201600-1548287999@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.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-24435/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190123
DTSTAMP:20260725T074954
CREATED:20181230T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101412Z
UID:30811-1548115200-1548201599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Lodge Work Party
DESCRIPTION:We’ll be getting together to dust\, sweep\, mop\, etc. The 2019 Potlucks and Explora Talks will be starting soon and it’s time to tidy up.  The McKenzie River Trust has a rental date soon and two other groups have made recent inquiries about using the Lodge. We want to show off our facility to these groups.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/lodge_work_party-24505/
CATEGORIES:Lodge Building
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190121
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190122
DTSTAMP:20260725T074954
CREATED:20190102T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101413Z
UID:30819-1548028800-1548115199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Gold Lake-Maiden Trail-PCT loop
DESCRIPTION:WEATHER UPDATE:  THERE WILL BE RAIN THIS WEEKEND WITH SNOW LEVEL LOWERING TO 5K FEET SAT. NIGHT AND SUNDAY\, THEN LOWERING FURTHER (BUT WITH LESS PRECIPITATION) SUNDAY NIGHT/MONDAY MORNING.  I SUSPECT A LOT OF SNOW WILL MELT AND THEN FREEZE WITH 6-12 INCHES NEW SNOW ON TOP.  TEMPERATURES WILL BE IN THE 20s MONDAY WITH SNOW SHOWERS LIKELY.  I’M CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC CONDITIONS WILL BE FAVORABLE\, BUT WE MAY ENCOUNTER HEAVY\, WET SNOW AT OUR TOP ELEVATION\, 6370 FEET AND PERHAPS ICY CONDITIONS THE FIRST AND LAST 3 MILES. This is a great loop from Gold Lake to the Maiden Peak Trail to where it connects with the PCT.   I soloed the loop back to Willamette Pass last spring\, and most of it was unbroken.  Climbing is significant from Skyline Trail junction to well along the  PCT to Maiden Peak Shelter (700′)\, which is a great place to have lunch.  Then it is along contours and climbs (370′) before descending to Upper Rosary Lake and back along the PCT\, going across the bottom of Willamette Pass Ski Area back to Gold Lake (we are allowed to do that\, I checked.)  Whether we can do this depends a lot on the snow conditions.  If we are breaking trail all the way to the PCT and Maiden Peak Shelter\, we will instead return the way we came\, at least on broken trail\, for 11.4 miles RT.  If the snow is great and people feel up to it\, we could go back via Tait’s Loop\, but I don’t see that as a realistic goal.  Another turn around point would be the Skyline Trail or even use that to cut off more of the loop\, although I’d like to reach the shelter.  Be flexible for this one.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/gold_lake-maiden_trail-pct_loop-24509/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190121
DTSTAMP:20260725T074954
CREATED:20190119T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101421Z
UID:30881-1547942400-1548028799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Ridgeline Blanton/Fox Hollow
DESCRIPTION:An out and back hike on the Ridgeline Trail. We’ll go at a moderate pace and stop at each junction to re-group.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/fox_hollow-24540/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190121
DTSTAMP:20260725T074954
CREATED:20190101T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101412Z
UID:30815-1547942400-1548028799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Maiden Peak Backcountry Ski
DESCRIPTION:Departure location: Shell station near LCC (86623 FRANKLIN BLVD\, 97405-9605\, EUGENE) \nWe’ll park at the PCT trailhead\, ski past the Rosary Lks then head directly towards Maiden Peak. All weather permitting\, which could necessitate a change of route and/or destination even.  \nWe will ski in protected safe non-avalanche areas for this entire trip\, no need for avalanche equipment\, but having a shovel never hurts.  \nPlease contact me with any questions or concerns.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/maiden_peak_backcountry_ski-24507/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190121
DTSTAMP:20260725T074954
CREATED:20181225T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101412Z
UID:30809-1547942400-1548028799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Wolf Moon Night
DESCRIPTION:Join me on Super Blood Moon 2019 hike: This rare event will be sighted on January 20-21\, the last total lunar eclipse till 2021. Eclipse occurs when Moon and Sun are exactly aligned with the Earth as midpoint (in syzygy). Residual atmospheric light then refracts\, creating crimson Blood Moon. Syzygy can only occur during a full moon: this one occurs during the full moon of January\, known as the Wolf Moon. (Partial Eclipse begins 7:34PM\, Full Eclipse begins 8:41PM\, Maximum Eclipse 9:12PM\, Full Eclipse ends 9:43PM\, Partial Eclipse ends 10:50PM). Please arrive few minutes earlier for sign-in. We will leave 8:00PM from Martin Street trailhead.     \nDear moon-gazing friends\,\nSadly\, I am cancelling tomorrow’s Wolf Moon Night outing due to forecasted 98% of cloud cover.\nNext such event will be May 26\, 2021.\nSee ya!
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/wolf_moon_night-24504/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190121
DTSTAMP:20260725T074954
CREATED:20181216T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101409Z
UID:30793-1547942400-1548028799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Lower Rosary Lake
DESCRIPTION:This trip starts at the east end of Willamette Pass parking lot. We will cross the lower end of the bunny hill and pickup the blue diamond trail to lower Rosary Lake.  We will be hiking through the trees until we get to the lake.  We should have a good view of the lake plus Rosary Rock the that sits above the lake.  This will be are lunch stop.  We could go a little further\, that will depend on the weather and how everybody is feeling.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/lower_rosary_lake-24496/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190120
DTSTAMP:20260725T074954
CREATED:20181220T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101410Z
UID:30801-1547856000-1547942399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mt. Pisgah Sunset/Moonrise
DESCRIPTION:Moonrise is at 3:40 pm and sunset at 5:04.  We will take a longer route to the top. Look for us by my car a row or two down from the fee box.\nUPDATE:  This looks like it will a be hike without celestial sightings. My plan is for us to hike a longer route to the top probably  on arboretum  trails. (or North Bottom) \nIf you have questions\, email me at jbjacobsen@comcast.net
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/moonrise-24500/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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