Evening Hike to Hendricks Park
2021-08-11
Meet at the new trailhead at Spring Street and 30th. If you have any questions about this location, call me. This trail approaches the park from the south, we’ll hike through Hendricks and return. Bathrooms are available, bring water.

Perseid Meteor Shower Overnight
2021-08-11 00:00 - 2021-08-12 23:59 (America/Los_Angeles)
Trip Description: Day1- Afternoon Eugene departure. Drive to N Waldo/Jim Weaver trailhead. Hike approx. 2 miles and camp on rocky bench below Rigdon Butte. The site has expansive views of the entire Waldo Lake area from which we have front row seats of the Perseid meteor shower peaking on 8/11 and enhanced by a sliver of moon setting about 10:30pm.
Day 2 – Short day hike of approximately 3 miles looping through the beautiful Rigdon Lakes area which recovers from the Charlton Burn of a decade ago. Packup and hike out. Back in Eugene by 5pm.

Matthieu Lakes/Yapoah Crater
2021-08-12
8/5 update: Extra permits available this morning. Participant limit now 12 people.
This is one of my favorite hikes along the PCT! The tentative plan for the hike from Lava Camp Trailhead includes, 1) after 3 miles, a brief stop at lovely S. Matthieu Lake for snacks and views of N. Sister; 2) after 2 interesting miles on good tread through the lava beds, the trail climbs to the shoulder of Yapoah Crater for views of lava flows, Mt. Washington, and beyond; 3) an optional scramble up the fine scree slope to the impressive rim of Yapoah Crater; 4) lunch on the return to Yapoah shoulder; 5) on our return, another brief rest stop at S. Matthieu Lake; 6) continuing down on the old Skyline Trail, an optional swim in N. Matthieu Lake before completing the final 2.4 miles to the trailhead. We will proceed at a steady, relaxed pace, with plenty of opportunities to enjoy the landscape, geology and plants, and to take photos. To best enjoy it, be prepared for a long day with double lunches and double water. Bring the 10 essentials and appropriate gear for wind and cold, sun and heat, and possible rain. Send me an email if you have questions.

Oregon Rocks Walk
2021-08-12
Marli Miller’s new book, Oregon Rocks, is featured in the July Bulletin. This a chance to take short afternoon stroll to the Museum of History and Culture and meet the author. The Museum blurb says: From the Oregon Caves to Mount Hood, University of Oregon geologist Marli Miller’s new Oregon Rocks! book will take you on a geo-journey to 60 iconic sites, highlighting their deep history through her fascinating narrative and stunning photographs. Join Marli at the museum for a meet-and-greet, book signing, geology games, and more—all while enjoying her hand-picked playlist of ROCKin’ tunes.
Marli has been an Obsidian in the past and this is a time to for some of you to reconnect with her. This will be an outside event.

UO Campus Design & Architecture
2021-08-12, 2021-08-26
Do you know which UO building has two fronts but no back? Or which building was constructed with locally sourced bricks? Join us as Fred Tepfer, who worked in UO Campus Planning for 32 years, walks us through historic campus areas and, as an architect, describes unique campus architecture and design concepts. This will be more of a saunter but filled with wonderful information and will take approximately 2 hours to complete. Meetup/Departure Location: NE Corner of 13th and Kincaid Street

Spencer Butte from Fox Hollow
2021-08-14
Start early to avoid the heat and crowds. It is very peaceful on top of the Butte.
Meet at the Fox Hollow trailhead parking area across from the Raptor Center. The round trip at a steady pace takes around 2 hours.
It is interesting to see the repairs on the Tie Trail and to enjoy the shady trail.
If you need a longer hike, it would be easy to continue hiking on the Ridgeline Trail to Dillard or beyond.Meet at the Fox Hollow trailhead parking area across from the Raptor Center. The round trip at a steady pace takes around 2 hours.

PCT to 58 via Twin Peaks trail
2021-08-15
>>>Due to heavy smoke, trip is cancelled.

E2C Tire Mountain West
2021-08-15
We will meet at the Pisgah Public Market in Pleasant Hill. Many of you may have done Tire Mountain from the other side and wondered where the rest of the trail went. Here’s you chance to find out. Starting from the west we will be just a few steps away from another part of the E2C–Winberry Divide.
Scouted the trail on 7/12. The Forest Service has completed a new bridge which Carla and I crossed. Poles came in handy in some parts of the trail. This is mainly a biking trail and some switch-back turns can be steep and slippery.

Hunts Cove
2021-08-17
I put Hunts Cove as the name of this hike but we WILL shorten it to just Pamelia lake or walk around to PCT junction. The PCT is closed from this junction (mile ~2027) on the Willamette National Forest to near Triangle Lake north of Olallie Lake (~mile 2048.7) on the Mt. Hood National Forest. We might meet some folks coming out to civilization. Whatever we do we have to stay together under the under the permit rules.
7/12 reports of lots of trees down on the trail to Hunt’s Cove. From Emily Rice 8/7: The blowdown was about average on the main Hunts Creek trail up to the jct with trail that goes to Hanks and Hunts Lake. Only about 6 spots that we needed to hike around, crawl under or heave our bodies over trees. The trail to the lakes was the challenge. We counted 16 spots over 1/4 milet that required extra effort to negotiate. It probably added at about 30 45 minutes to the hike each way. None of the trees had been cut out by a trail maintenance crew although someone had trimmed some branches off to make the climb over the log a little easier.
Once at Hanks Lake, the creek crossing was another major challenge. Definitely needed some flexibility and strength. The main camping spot iat Hanks s a giant mess of blow down. The trail from Hanks to Hunts Lake has just few trees to crawl over or go around.
The entire trail was a wonderful experience for us, but I can’t say I would recommend it as a day hike. People need to be able to contort their bodies to get around, over and under many of the clusters of logs and branches. And the ending at the lake is not so great.

Blanton Ridge to Spencer Butte
2021-08-17, 2021-08-24, 2021-08-31, 2021-09-07
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.
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.
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.

Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
2021-08-18
NOTE: Flexible departure time from 7:45-8.
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. 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. It is a great way to get and stay in shape. If this is your first time on this Obsidian hike and/or if this is the first time you have hiked up Spencer Butte from the lowest elevation, you may want to call the leader to discuss the pace. Registered guests are welcome. If you have questions, email summertrips@obsidians.org. Come a few minutes early because we leave promptly at the listed time. (Please scroll down to read all of this trip description.) Everyone is required to CARRY A FACE COVERING and know how to use it properly. More information is available on the website. Look for Covid-19 Protocols. If you are not willing to follow the guidelines, please do not join the group. 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.

Mt Pisgah Sunset/Moonrise
2021-08-20
Look for us by my car, two or three rows down from the fee box at the gate. We will take shady Trail 7 and 4 to the main trail to the summit. Moonrise is at 7:43 and sunset is at 8:08. This is two days before the full moon.

Belknap Crater Sunset
2021-08-20 00:00 - 2021-08-21 23:59
>>>Due to smokey conditions Belknap Crater BkPk is cancelled.

Brice Creek
2021-08-21
We’ll join Brice Creek trail at Cedar Creek Campground, and follow Brice Creek to Champion Creek, taking the Trestle Falls loop to Upper Trestle Falls on the way out. We’ll turn around at Champion Creek for the return, taking the .6 mile loop diversion to Lower Trestle Creek Falls on the way back. On the way out we will scope out the swimming holes, and choose the best one for our swimming break on the way back – or maybe more than one!
This is an easy drive for any vehicle type. And yes – I encourage you to mask when sharing car space. Some of us have kids or work with kids, or have friends who do.

Marion Lake and Mountain
2021-08-23

Scott Moutain
2021-08-23
We will hike to the summit and enjoy views of the Cascade Peaks and have lunch. On the way down, we will have time for a long swim at Tenas Lakes. This is not a loop hike.
I’d like to depart at 7:45 am so to try come a bit earlier so we can organize the car pooling and directions.

Summit Steps & Trailhead
2021-08-25
This month we will clean the summit steps, trailhead kiosk and pick up litter.
Meet at the main Willamette Trailhead parking lot, the paved lot on Willamette Street.

Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
2021-08-25
NOTE: Flexible departure time from 7:45 a.m. Please inform leader if you need to use an alternate route, have health concerns, need to shorten hike, etc.
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. 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. It is a great way to get and stay in shape. If this is your first time on this Obsidian hike and/or if this is the first time you have hiked up Spencer Butte from the lowest elevation, you may want to call the leader to discuss the pace. Registered guests are welcome. If you have questions, email summertrips@obsidians.org. Come a few minutes early because we leave promptly at the listed time. (Please scroll down to read all of this trip description.) 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.

The Wife
2021-08-27
This hike takes off from the Devil’s lake trailhead so it’s a bit of a drive and the route to the top is an off trail steep scramble but it has great views. I’d like to stop for dinner after the hike. Either the Mountain House Kitchen at Crescent Lake Junction or the Hilltop Grill in Pleasant Hill.

Harrisburg Country Loop
2021-08-29
Last Sunday in August. Let’s ride! Quality country roads with minimum traffic.
Meet at the Harrisburg Riverfront Park (44.2722, -123.1736)
We will stop for a snack-rest at Willamette River across the Irish Bend County Park.
Option: after the ride stop in Harrisburg for a lunch. Meetup/Departure Location: Harrisburg Riverfront Park

Opie Dilldock
2021-08-31
We’ll start this hike at the Lava Camp trailhead then follow the PCT past South Matthieu Lake and Yapoah Crater where we’ll make a short stop for those who’d like to hike up the crater for some great views. We’ll then hike on to Opie Dilldock Pass then hike up to Collier Glacier viewpoint for our lunch. We’ll return on the same trail except we’ll take the loop past North Matthieu Lake where we’ll stop for a much deserved swim. After the hike you’re all welcome to join us at Takoda’s in Rainbow for dinner.

Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
2021-09-01
NOTE: Flexible departure time from 8:15-8:30.
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. 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. It is a great way to get and stay in shape. If this is your first time on this Obsidian hike and/or if this is the first time you have hiked up Spencer Butte from the lowest elevation, you may want to call the leader to discuss the pace. Registered guests are welcome. If you have questions, email summertrips@obsidians.org. Come a few minutes early because we leave promptly at the listed time. (Please scroll down to read all of this trip description.) Everyone is required to CARRY A FACE COVERING and know how to use it properly. More information is available on the website. Look for Covid-19 Protocols. If you are not willing to follow the guidelines, please do not join the group. 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.

Evening hike Mt Baldy/Fox Hollow
2021-09-01
Mt Baldy to Fox Hollow and back. This is an easy after – work or end of day option for those who can’t make the morning weekly hikes. This trail has the benefit of a nice view which we can do either at the start or at the end.
3.5 mile out and back with 630 elevation gain.
Meet: Mt Baldy parking lot / Dillard East Trailhead, at corner of Dillard Road and Hidden Meadows Drive.
Please consider carpooling if possible, this trailhead parking lot does not have that many spaces. If the lot is full, there is a pull out about 1/4 mile up the road on the right.
We leave at 6:30 pm.

Mt Pisgah
2021-09-03
Turn at the sign for West Summit Trailhead and follow pay fee signs. I’ll try to have my car in the row below the fee
box and gate so that it is easy for us to meet, sign up. etc. Depending on weather, I plan to take back trails (Trail 4
and Trail 2) to the summit. Mileage and elevation could vary but around 6 miles to 7 miles at a steady pace. Estimated time is 2 ½ – 3 hours.

Mt Baldy and a Little Bit Beyond
2021-09-04
Start the weekend with a not-too-fast hike. We’ll start at Martin Street trailhead and hike to Spring and back.

Marys Peak
2021-09-05
Trip CHANGED….due to hazardous AQI levels in the Cascades near Salt Creek Falls and Vivian Lake.
CHANGED to Mary’s Peak. All participants below have been emailed.
New destination described as: Mary’s Peak East Trailhead. It is 6.1 RT partial loop trail, 1560 elevation gain. I have hiked this trail out and back, but not the loop part, so we’ll call it a partial ‘explora’….
$5.00 parking fee (is not covered by NW Pass to my knowledge)
Meet at same place and time.
