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SUMMARY:U of O Ramble
DESCRIPTION:Meet at the Hendricks Park shelter near Summit and Floral Hill\, 8:30. Anyone who prefers can join the group at 9 at the meteorite replica by the Natural History Museum Just let me know.\nThere are several overlapping self-guided campus tours on the free U of O app\, available from apple and google. Trees\, Buildings\, Indigenous\, Women’s and more. We will skip around through them and other sites\, trying to follow different routes from the January walk.\nWe will spend a few hours wandering around and maybe stop for coffee\, lunch or whatever. If it is rainy we can spend more time indoors.\nIt is OK to leave early or stay late and the trip will officially end at the EMU sometime around noon.\nSuggestions: Google “Willamette meteorite” or “Gerlinger Lounge” for additional information. Visit the Knight Library site:  https://researchguides.uoregon.edu/historic-knight. For information about the Lillis Hall (business college) solar glass and other architectural technology\, go to https://business.uoregon.edu/about/lillis-complex.  Download the U of O app.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/u_of_o_ramble_-26878/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240306
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240307
DTSTAMP:20260522T155349
CREATED:20240206T080000Z
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UID:35423-1709683200-1709769599@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-26851/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240307
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UID:35345-1709683200-1709769599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Potato Hill
DESCRIPTION:…A good work out…This hike is very strenuous….Especially if we break trail….
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/potato_hill-26812/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240305
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240306
DTSTAMP:20260522T155349
CREATED:20231115T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102412Z
UID:35209-1709596800-1709683199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Blanton Ridge to Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION: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-26744/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240303
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240304
DTSTAMP:20260522T155349
CREATED:20240211T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T162358Z
UID:35445-1709424000-1709510399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Crown Z\, Perkins and Pacific
DESCRIPTION:Sandy explora-wander of two hidden dune-lakes and beach hike to the Tahkenitch Creek firth. You need to be in the shape for this one.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/_crown_z_perkins_and_pacific-26862/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240302
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240303
DTSTAMP:20260522T155349
CREATED:20240228T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102445Z
UID:35471-1709337600-1709423999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mt Baldy\, Let It Snow
DESCRIPTION:Snowy Morning on steep trail.  Please be on time.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt_baldy_let_it_snow_-26875/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240302
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240303
DTSTAMP:20260522T155349
CREATED:20240226T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102445Z
UID:35467-1709337600-1709423999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Coyote Wall
DESCRIPTION:This is an out & back hike on the Washington side of the Columbia River Gorge\, with scenic views every step of the way; we’ll be walking up a steady grade on a grassy knoll near the cliff edge which forms the top of Coyote Wall. We share the slope with mountain bikers\, but there is a maize of trails\, therefore no congestion. Views include east & west along the Columbia River & Mt. Hood. AllTrails shows a loop hike back down thru the woods\, but we’ll be doing out & back.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/coyote_wall-26873/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240228
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240229
DTSTAMP:20260522T155349
CREATED:20231222T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102422Z
UID:35277-1709078400-1709164799@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-26778/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240227
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240228
DTSTAMP:20260522T155349
CREATED:20240219T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102443Z
UID:35455-1708992000-1709078399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Odell Overlook
DESCRIPTION:Nice variety of trails and views
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/odell_overlook-26867/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240227
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240228
DTSTAMP:20260522T155349
CREATED:20231114T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102411Z
UID:35201-1708992000-1709078399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Blanton Ridge to Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION: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-26740/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240227
DTSTAMP:20260522T155349
CREATED:20231227T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102424Z
UID:35291-1708905600-1708991999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Martin to Baldy
DESCRIPTION:This is the alternative the Pisgah hike that was scheduled.\nStarting from Martin St to Fox Hollow then east to Dillard East Trailhead then up Baldy returning  the same or parallel trail route. Looks to be about 6+ miles with around 1300’ elevation gain. This is a nice out and back trail with variants.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/martin_to_baldy-26785/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240226
DTSTAMP:20260522T155349
CREATED:20240206T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102438Z
UID:35421-1708819200-1708905599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Redtop Mountain
DESCRIPTION:Redtop Mountain is one of the most accessible summits for ski touring in the central cascades. A steady climb at a moderate grade\, and then several options for the descent. Obsidians ski this every winter. Climbing skins are needed\, with alpine touring or telemark skis. Bring lunch\, warm clothing\, and hot drink in a thermos.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/redtop_mountain-26850/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240225
DTSTAMP:20260522T155349
CREATED:20240216T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102442Z
UID:35451-1708732800-1708819199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:EAGLE CREEK TO HIGH BRIDGE
DESCRIPTION:This is a lovely trail with lush growth & abundant waterfalls along the way. The trail will almost certainly be wet. There are several narrow sections along abrupt cliff edges with 200’ vertical drop-offs to the creek below – most of the cliff edge areas are accompanied by steel cables embedded along the inboard rock wall – grip these cables for safety. Many photo ops here. {I hiked this trail on Jan. 5 – you can get a video preview on my YouTube channel Buzzin’ Along.} \nCoffee & snack optional on the way back at the beautiful Multnomah Lodge.  \nNW Forest Pass + $2 on site parking fee required
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/eagle_creek_to_high_bridge-26865/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240225
DTSTAMP:20260522T155349
CREATED:20240126T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102433Z
UID:35373-1708732800-1708819199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:West & Main Trail Raking & Brushing
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our last\, hopefully\, response to the ice storm!  We will hike a little up the West and Main trails to rake and pitch storm debris from the trail and trail sides.  We will work from 9 to noon. \nMeet at the main Spencer Butte Trailhead parking lot\, the paved lot on Willamette.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/west__main_trail_raking__brushing-26826/
CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240223T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240225T235959
DTSTAMP:20260522T155349
CREATED:20240116T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102431Z
UID:35355-1708646400-1708905599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Shelter Cove snowshoe/ski
DESCRIPTION:Lisa and Emily are co-leading this trip. We’ll be staying at Shelter Cove Resort which is located just east of Willamette Pass.   We have reserved Kokanee lodges C & D\, which have a wonderful view of Odell lake.  Each unit has a full kitchen\, a gas fireplace\, and a group dining table.   The 2 units are separated by an open doorway.  We will share 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Towels and bedding are provided. Maximum of 14 Obsidians.  The trip details state that we will leave at 9 am on Friday\, Feb 23 but participants may choose to arrive later if they have their own transportation.  \nActiviities\, including snowshoe and ski trips\, will be led by group participants\, some may be led by the leaders.  The cost of $90 is for lodging only; bring your own breakfast and lunches. Participants will be divided into 2 food groups for dinners. Each group will prepare one dinner; the cost thereof will be handled by the group.  \nObsidian members can register starting at 7:00AM on Sunday Jan. 21.  Money is due within 5 days of sign up\, no later than 1/26. Venmo: @Elizabeth-VanLiefde\, or mail a check made out to Elizabeth Van Liefde\, 43 Rockridge Drive\, Eugene OR 97405.   Cancellation policy: no refund unless someone takes your place.   \nPre-trip planning meeting scheduled for Feb.5th\, 6pm at the lodge to discuss carpooling\, dinners\, rooms\, etc.\nDrivers are needed: # of participants relies on # of available drivers (AWD and/or chains required).
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/ski-26817/
CATEGORIES:Extended Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240224
DTSTAMP:20260522T155349
CREATED:20231221T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102420Z
UID:35265-1708646400-1708732799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Pisgah East Side Loop
DESCRIPTION:MAY NOT HAPPEN–WATCH FOR TRAIL CLEARING OPPORTUNITIES  \nTo 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 trail #2 and then return using trail #6.  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.  \nBrunch afterwards for those who choose – likely at Sunrise Cafe.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/pisgah_east_side_loop-26772/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240224
DTSTAMP:20260522T155349
CREATED:20231202T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102416Z
UID:35241-1708646400-1708732799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Spencer Butte Sunset/Moonrise
DESCRIPTION:UPDATE: Changing the hike to Spencer Butte. Mt. Pisgah is closed. Meet at the Spencer Butte Trailhead/Paved lot.  Please arrive before the departure time to check in. Moonrise is 5:11 and sunset is 5:52 (Full Moon is the next day\, Feb 24 ) We will hike the main trail to the top for moonrise.  I plan for us to start down before the sunset so we are not hiking on the steps in the dark. You would have  time to make it to the program at the Lodge.  Or volunteer for Trail Maintenance/storm cleanup  on the main trail the next morning.   Email me at jbjacobsen@comcast.net if you have never hiked Spencer  Butte– there are 132 steps.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/moonrise-26760/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240224
DTSTAMP:20260522T155349
CREATED:20231004T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102355Z
UID:35091-1708646400-1708732799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Hiking the PCT - Bob Welch's new book "Seven Summers (And a Few Bummers)"
DESCRIPTION:Bob Welch’s new book “Seven Summers (And a Few Bummers): My Adventures Hiking the 2\,650-Mile PCT” answers one question among many: After “just doing Oregon\,” can two sixty-something brothers-in-law complete the entire Pacific Crest Trail that defeats more than half those who attempt it? Poignant\, poetic\, and fall-down funny\, this endearing story from the award-winning Welch will help readers understand the soul of America’s iconic trail\, laugh in the face of aging\, celebrate friendship\, and\, hikers or not\, consider living life with more thirst for adventure.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/hiking_the_pct_-_bob_welchs_new_book_seven_summers_and_a_few_bummers-26684/
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240222
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240223
DTSTAMP:20260522T155349
CREATED:20240217T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102443Z
UID:35453-1708560000-1708646399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Cottage Grove
DESCRIPTION:We will meet at 9 a.m. at Albertsons on 30th St. in S. Eugene. It is about 25 miles south to Cottage Grove where we will park at the Cottage Grove Community Center and Library\, 700 E. Gibbs Avenue. There are several walking tours with maps and descriptions available at cgchamber.com/self-guided-tours. Mostly they focus on the blocks around downtown and we will noodle around not too quickly.  Plan on a restaurant lunch and in the afternoon we will visit the Bohemia Gold Mining Museum which opens at 1 and has a $2 admission fee. The trip will end after the museum and folks who want to stay and walk longer can do so.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/cottage_grove-26866/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240221
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240222
DTSTAMP:20260522T155349
CREATED:20240112T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102430Z
UID:35343-1708473600-1708559999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Salt Creek Falls
DESCRIPTION:Drivers need chains\, bring lunch\, water sitting pad…B in shape!!!!…..In recent times I never knew when the state would plow down to the falls or not…So if it’s plowed the hike will B about 3.5 mi\, 5 mi if we need to park by “kiddie park”….Bergs is the best plc to rent sshoes….Happy trails
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/salt_creek_falls-26811/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240221
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240222
DTSTAMP:20260522T155349
CREATED:20231222T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102422Z
UID:35279-1708473600-1708559999@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-26779/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240220
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240221
DTSTAMP:20260522T155349
CREATED:20240131T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102436Z
UID:35407-1708387200-1708473599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amanda Trail
DESCRIPTION:We will carpool from Target on W 11th to park along Ocean Road just south of Yachats.  The trailhead sits at the south end of Ocean Road. We follow the trail briefly along Hwy 1\, then cross and follow a 1-mile easement to the Amanda Statue grotto.  After crossing a suspension bridge the trail winds approximately 2.5 miles uphill through forest to the public parking area and Cape Perpetua covered ocean overlook where we will rest and have a snack or lunch before returning.  A meal in Florence on the way back to Eugene is an option for those who are interested. At least one car will be returning directly back to Eugene by 3:30pm.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/amanda_trail-26843/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240220
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240221
DTSTAMP:20260522T155349
CREATED:20231114T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102410Z
UID:35193-1708387200-1708473599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Blanton Ridge to Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:We will start on time at 7:00 am\, but plan on arriving by 6:45. 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-26736/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240218
DTSTAMP:20260522T155349
CREATED:20240214T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102442Z
UID:35447-1708128000-1708214399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Blanton Raking & Brushing
DESCRIPTION:Join us for another exciting morning of raking and brushing!  And\, for what I hope will be the last Ridgeline outing before we tackle the Main and West trails.  We will rake storm debris from the trail and drainages.  We will also cut back improperly pruned brush. \nWe will work from 9 to noon. \nMeet at the Willamette and 52nd Trailhead Parking lot.  Over flow parking is along 52nd.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/blanton_raking__brushing-26863/
CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240218
DTSTAMP:20260522T155349
CREATED:20240107T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102426Z
UID:35307-1708128000-1708214399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Finn Rock Reach Restoration Planting with MRT
DESCRIPTION:This is a work party with McKenzie River Trust. We will learn about and support restoration at Finn Rock Reach on Saturday\, February 17th\, from 9:30am-12:00pm\nWe are celebrating the completion of the large-scale restoration work with a big community replanting party in the upper terrace area. McKenzie River Trust staff will be on site to share about project details\, and the native plant species we will be using in the planting project. Work will include bending\, lifting\, digging\, and walking on slopes or uneven ground.\nOur restoration project manager will be there to share about the property history and restoration work\, and stewardship staff will be there to help guide the planting. Below are details for the project\, including what to bring and expect for the day.\nWe will start with introductions and learn more about the history of Finn Rock Reach and restoration project details. We will share information about the native species we are planting\, and model some tips for success when planting bare-root trees and shrubs. We will then gather our tools\, gloves\, and buckets of plants and start planting! Work will include lifting\, bending\, crouching\, digging and walking on uneven ground. We will have drinking water to top off water bottles\, and there is a porta-potty on site.\nCurrently\, Saturday’s high is anticipated to be in the low 50s\, with about 55% chance of precipitation. Please plan to dress in layers to stay comfortable\, and be prepared with waterproof clothing and shoes or boots that can get wet and muddy.  \nWe’ll meet at Springfield  / McDonald at Main and 57th and then carpool to McKenzie Community School since is no much parking space at the Finn Rock Reach project site. From there is just two miles\, so we’ll ride with MRT staff\, or catch a ride with someone in the group.  \nTo find the McKenzie Community School you will drive past the Finn Rock Reach restoration area\, and take your first left onto Blue River Drive. McKenzie Community School will be just up the road to your left. Look for our blue McKenzie River Trust events sandwich board at the entrance.\n ➢➢➢  Limited to five Obsidians volunteers. There will be twenty more volunteers from all around the area.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/finn_rock_reach_restoration_planting_with_mrt-26793/
CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240217
DTSTAMP:20260522T155349
CREATED:20240206T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102440Z
UID:35433-1708041600-1708127999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:EAGLE CREEK TO HIGH BRIDGE
DESCRIPTION:This is a lovely trail with lush growth & abundant waterfalls along the way. The trail will almost certainly be wet. There are several narrow sections along abrupt cliff edges with 200’ vertical drop-offs to the creek below – most of the cliff edge areas are accompanied by steel cables embedded along the inboard rock wall – grip these cables for safety. Many photo ops here. {I hiked this trail on Jan. 5 – you can get a video preview on my YouTube channel Buzzin’ Along.} \nCoffee & snack optional on the way back at the beautiful Multnomah Lodge.  \nNW Forest Pass + $2 on site parking fee required
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/eagle_creek_to_high_bridge-26856/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240217
DTSTAMP:20260522T155349
CREATED:20231227T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102423Z
UID:35289-1708041600-1708127999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mt. Pisgah 6 Miler
DESCRIPTION:WATCH FOR TRAIL CLEARING OPPORTUNITIES\nMeeting place; Mt Pisgah\, west (main) trailhead by the restrooms. If you don’t have a Lane County pass\, be sure to allow time to purchase one with debit/credit card (no cash) at the fee box near the main (trail #1) trailhead. \nOn this out and back trip we will hike north and clockwise around swing hill following trails 17\, 7\, and 3. We will continue north-east through the forest on trail 4 crossing to trail 1 via the 14 connector to the summit spending time to enjoy the view\, snacks and hydrate. The route is roughly 6.3 miles out and back and should take 2-2.5 hours. Elevation gain is about 1500 feet.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt-_pisgah_6_miler-26784/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240216
DTSTAMP:20260522T155349
CREATED:20240112T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102429Z
UID:35341-1707955200-1708041599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Odell Overlook
DESCRIPTION:Nice variety of trails & views
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/odell_overlook-26810/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240215
DTSTAMP:20260522T155349
CREATED:20240205T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102438Z
UID:35419-1707868800-1707955199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: This will be to Fox Hollow and then to Baldy because of city work on the main trail. Short day. Sorry.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-26849/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240213
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240214
DTSTAMP:20260522T155349
CREATED:20231114T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T102411Z
UID:35199-1707782400-1707868799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Blanton Ridge to Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:The plan for this week is a return to the regular Tuesday morning hiking route! We start on time at 7:00 am and will hike along the Ridgeline\, across Willamette and up to the top of Spencer Butte. Much of the trail has been cleared since the recent storms\, but there will be a few areas to go around fallen debris still on the trail.  Please plan to bring a headlamp or other good light for the early section of the hike. As always\, 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-26739/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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