BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Obsidians - ECPv6.15.14//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Obsidians X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://obsidians.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Obsidians REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20170312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20171105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20180311T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20181104T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20190310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20191103T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180531 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180601 DTSTAMP:20260807T004344 CREATED:20180425T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101311Z UID:30377-1527724800-1527811199@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Exploring the Ridgeline DESCRIPTION:This will be another slow and easy hike along the Ridgeline Trail. We will start at 52nd Street and Willamette to walk to Blanton Trailhead and back. To get to the trailhead\, go out Willamette. Park on 52nd street itself. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/exploring_the_ridgeline-12219/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180530T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180531T235959 DTSTAMP:20260807T004344 CREATED:20180330T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101304Z UID:30327-1527638400-1527811199@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Banks-Vernonia Cycling & Recycling DESCRIPTION:This is an overnight trip. Rooms have already been reserved at the Best Western\, Forest Grove; participants will pay upon arrival. The cost for a shared room including breakfast is $58 pp. E-mail the leader if there is someone you would like to room with. The trip starts with a tour of the Garten Materials Recycling Facility in Salem at 10AM. In the afternoon\, we will go on a 26 mile bike ride on low traffic roads near McMinnville called Muddy Valley\, or explore the area on your own (the Evergreen Museum which houses the Spruce Goose is in McMinnville). After breakfast on Thursday\, we will ride the rails to trails Banks-Vernonia State Trail [more recycling!]. There are 3 possible options – 42\, 28\, or 16 miles RT. Lunch in Vernonia at a local restaurant where we can park our bikes inside. Cancellations: hopefully you don’t cancel\, but if you must\, please do so at least 48 hours in advance or the leaders will be liable for your hotel room. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/banks-vernonia_cycling__recycling-12194/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180530 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180531 DTSTAMP:20260807T004344 CREATED:20180330T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101302Z UID:30309-1527638400-1527724799@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Spencer Butte DESCRIPTION:For this outing\, the first Wednesday evening outing of the summer we’ll be getting some much needed brushing done. \nMeet at the Willamette & 52nd Trailhead parking lot\, the gravel on Willamette. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-12185/ CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180530 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180531 DTSTAMP:20260807T004344 CREATED:20180219T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101243Z UID:30169-1527638400-1527724799@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. Guests are welcome. It is a great way to train for summer hikes.\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. Please call the leader if any questions URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-12112/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180529 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180530 DTSTAMP:20260807T004344 CREATED:20180302T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101249Z UID:30207-1527552000-1527638399@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Mt. Pisgah Sunset/Moonrise hike DESCRIPTION:Look for us by my car a row or two down from the fee box. Sunset is 8:46pm and moonrise is at 8:55 pm I plan to take trail 17 and 4 to catch the main trail to the summit. Email me at jbjacobsen@comcast.net if you have questions. If you don’t have a Lane County pass allow time to purchase one with Debit/Credit card (no cash) at the pay station by trailhead. 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/moonrise_hike-12134/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180528 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180529 DTSTAMP:20260807T004344 CREATED:20180329T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101300Z UID:30297-1527465600-1527551999@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Masonic Cemetery to Obsidian Lodge DESCRIPTION:Departure Place 25th and University\, Main gate with signage—not the dead end road to the Abbey. 
We will stroll through the cemetery up to the Obsidian Lodge and on the Ribbon Trail to Hendricks Park. I want us back at the cemetery by noon for Taps at the Public Square and a visit inside Hope Abbey Mausoleum for coffee and cake. I’ll email you the March 26\, 2018 Register Guard interview with Obsidian Karen Seidel about the interesting residents of the Mausoleum. See the link for more \ninformation: http://www.eugenemasoniccemetery.org/memorialday.html
 URL:https://obsidians.org/event/masonic_cemetery_to_obsidian_lodge-12179/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180527 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180528 DTSTAMP:20260807T004344 CREATED:20180404T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101305Z UID:30333-1527379200-1527465599@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Tidbits Mountain DESCRIPTION:Hike through a mix of old-growth forest\, meadows in bloom with spring flowers\, and possible patches of snow as the trail traverses the north side below the summit of Tidbits. Be prepared for a scramble at the end up to the old concrete pad where a fire lookout once stood–now providing a great viewing platform. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/tidbits_mountain_-12197/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180526 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180527 DTSTAMP:20260807T004344 CREATED:20180515T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101316Z UID:30419-1527292800-1527379199@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Mt.Pisgah DESCRIPTION:Turn right at the sign for West Summit Trailhead and follow pay fee signs. I’ll try to have my car in the row below so that it is easy for us to meet\, sign up. etc. Depending on weather\, I plan to take back trails (#4 and the steep #2) to the summit\, avoiding the the crowded main trail #1. Mileage and elevation could vary but around 7 miles at a steady pace. Estimated time is 3 hours so bring snacks. We will divide into two groups if pace varies. Once we reach the summit\, you have the option of going back down on the main trail or the less steep one. Suggest purchasing a year pass online from Friends of Buford Park since their volunteers help maintain the trails. Email me at jbjacobsen@comcast.net if you have questions. (I decided not to hike the Ridgeline since there is big race.) URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt-pisgah-12241/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180526 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180527 DTSTAMP:20260807T004344 CREATED:20180430T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101312Z UID:30387-1527292800-1527379199@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Dog Mountain DESCRIPTION: URL:https://obsidians.org/event/dog_mountain-12224/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180525 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180526 DTSTAMP:20260807T004344 CREATED:20180517T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101318Z UID:30433-1527206400-1527292799@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Kalapuya Talking Stones Walk DESCRIPTION:Departure Location: Alton Baker Park main parking area\, middle of the eastern lot\, by the disc golf hut.\nOur walk will visit 15 talking stones that dot Eugene and Springfield’s Whilamut Natural Area. Our outbound trip will include areas near the Canoe Canal\, and our inbound walk will cover the area near the river trail. This will be a moderate pace. The plan is to return to our cars between 5:30pm & 5:45pm as to get an early start on a long Memorial Day weekend. Wear layered clothes as needed and bring water. \nThe Talking Stones were designed to serve as educational and cultural reference points\, as well as being beautiful art objects. The 15 stones reintroduce words of the Kalapuya language. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/kalapuya_talking_stones_walk-12249/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180524 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180525 DTSTAMP:20260807T004344 CREATED:20180309T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101252Z UID:30235-1527120000-1527206399@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Cascadia Cave DESCRIPTION:The Kalapuya people have lived in the Willamette Valley since long before the arrival of settlers in the early 19th century\, and their rock art is still visible at Cascadia Cave. Located on the South Fork of the Santiam River\, this area is both culturally and geologically significant. This site\, on the National Register of Historic Places\, has been used for almost 8000 years. It is on private land but the Sweet Home Ranger District has permission to lead guide tours.\nUSFS archaeologist Tony Farque will present an informative and entertaining talk about the Kalapuya and their connection to this site. \nDonations to the tribe representatives can be made if they attend this outing.\n Meetup/Departure Location: ShopKo Coburg Rd/Chad Dr\,(btwn ShopKo & Taco Bell) URL:https://obsidians.org/event/cascadia_cave-12148/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180523 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180524 DTSTAMP:20260807T004344 CREATED:20180517T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101318Z UID:30431-1527033600-1527119999@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte Afternoon DESCRIPTION:This is an afternoon edition of the weekly aerobic hike starting at the 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 and a great way to train for summer hikes. Guests are welcome. To 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. Please call the leader if any questions. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte_afternoon_-12248/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180523 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180524 DTSTAMP:20260807T004344 CREATED:20180217T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101239Z UID:30139-1527033600-1527119999@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. Guests are welcome. It is a great way to train for summer hikes.\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. Please call the leader if any questions URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-12097/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180520 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180521 DTSTAMP:20260807T004344 CREATED:20180423T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101310Z UID:30375-1526774400-1526860799@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Brice Creek withTrestle Creek Falls DESCRIPTION:Brice Creek is a beautiful drop and pool creek with fast running water at this time of year\, Trestle Falls\, upper and lower are on a side loop trail at the beginning of the hike. This is were most of the elevation gain will be. Wildflowers should be going strong. The loop trail brings use back to the main trail and we continue along the creek for the rest of the hike. This a car shuttle\, we will leave a car at the bottom to carry drivers back to the top of the trail TRIP CANCELLED\, RELATED TO LEADER CAR PROBLEMS. 5/19/18 1PM. I WILL PUT IT BACK ON ASAP. JANE URL:https://obsidians.org/event/brice_creek_withtrestle_creek_falls-12218/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180520 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180521 DTSTAMP:20260807T004344 CREATED:20180418T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101309Z UID:30365-1526774400-1526860799@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Mt McLoughlin DESCRIPTION:Appropriate for beginner mountaineers with enough excitement for experienced folks alike! Venture south for expansive summit views atop Southern Oregon’s tallest peak\, Mt. McLoughlin. Carpooling from Eugene is encouraged as both leaders will be camping near Mt. McLoughlin evening of 5/19 after leading Mt. Thielsen. An Interagency or NWFS Pass is required for parking. A $5 drop box is also available at the trailhead for fee requirements. Currently conditions are warm in So OR so mosquito repellant is advised. We will depart from the Mt. McGloughlin Trailhead at 6:30am on Sunday 5/20. The trail follows mellow terrain for about a mile and continues as it intersects with the PCT for about a half mile after leaving the trailhead. After veering off the PCT expect rocky terrain below tree line as we wind through boulder fields. Above tree line we will follow the eastern ridge to the summit on exposed rocky slopes over non technical class II terrain. There is no access to water on this trail. Come prepared for a full day of food and water needed for hiking up hill for 4\,000ft of elevation gain. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt_mcloughlin-12213/ CATEGORIES:Climbs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180520 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180521 DTSTAMP:20260807T004344 CREATED:20180413T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101306Z UID:30347-1526774400-1526860799@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Yachats to Waldport DESCRIPTION:Please indicate if you can drive and number of passengers. We will drive to Smelt Sands State Park where there are bathrooms and arrange the car shuttle to Governor Patterson State Park. Once the drivers return to Smelt Sands\, we should start our hike around 10:30. Lunch will be at Tillicum Beach Campground. We should be at Patterson State Park sometime after 2:00. The minus 1.2 low tide is at 10:58am. Expect to get your shoes and socks wet when crossing the numerous streams especially the bigger ones like Big Creek. If we don’t have enough drivers\, we will hike to Big Stump and retrace our steps back to Smelt Sands. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/yachats_to_waldport-12204/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180519T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180520T235959 DTSTAMP:20260807T004344 CREATED:20180426T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101311Z UID:30381-1526688000-1526860799@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Mt Shasta DESCRIPTION:This is a climb to Mt Shasta’s summit at 14\,180 ft via Avalanche Gulch on the south side. Although not a technical climb\, it will require a considerable physical and mental effort to ascend over 7\,200 feet from the trailhead. The rewards include sweeping views of the surrounding valleys and peaks\, and the chance to (hopefully) stand on the summit of one of the most beautiful Cascade peaks. \nI’ll send more information before the trip\, but for now\, here’s a rough schedule. \nFriday: (Optional) Drive to Mt. Shasta and sleep in town or at the Bunny Flats parking lot/trailhead (6\,950 ft).\nSaturday: Ascend to Helen Lake base camp (10\,443 ft).\nSunday: Early am summit attempt. Return to camp for short rest. Descend to parking lot and drive home. \nConditioning and altitude\nAt 14\,180 ft\, Mt. Shasta requires a significant effort and can induce mild to severe altitude illness. The better your conditioning the better you will enjoy the climb and minimize altitude affects. Best methods include hiking uphill with a weighted pack\, running (hills if possible) and biking. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt_shasta-12221/ CATEGORIES:Climbs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180519 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180520 DTSTAMP:20260807T004344 CREATED:20180313T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101255Z UID:30259-1526688000-1526774399@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Diamond Peak- Graduation Climb DESCRIPTION:Diamond Peak is a sprawling shield volcano south of Willamette Pass in Oregon’s Cascades. We will climb Diamond Peak’s Pioneer Gulch Trail to the southwest ridge. Initially\, the route will be snow-free\, then we’ll continue on snow to the summit. While not a technical climb\, Diamond Peak is still challenging and what feels like straight uphill. On clear days\, the views from the summit are magnificent. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/diamond_peak-_graduation_climb-12160/ CATEGORIES:Climbs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180519 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180520 DTSTAMP:20260807T004344 CREATED:20180307T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101251Z UID:30229-1526688000-1526774399@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Mt Thielsen DESCRIPTION:Join us to climb the “Lightning Rod of the Cascades!” Weather will determine departure time. Leader will email group with carpool info and meeting plans. Be prepared for snow or sunshine – it’s spring climbing season and we will plan to ascend as long as the conditions are safe! \nMt. Thielsen is a challenging hike before the climbing begins\, with nearly 1000 feet of elevation gain per mile; please be ready for the haul. Leader might conduct a conditioning hike in the Eugene area in the weeks leading up to the climb. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt_thielsen-12145/ CATEGORIES:Climbs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180519 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180520 DTSTAMP:20260807T004344 CREATED:20180218T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101241Z UID:30151-1526688000-1526774399@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Yachats to Waldport DESCRIPTION:Please indicate if you can drive and number of passengers. We will drive to Smelt Sands State Park where there are bathrooms and arrange the car shuttle to Governor Patterson State Park. Once the drivers return to Smelt Sands\, we should start our hike around 10:30. Lunch will be at Tillicum Beach Campground. We should be at Patterson State Park sometime after 2:00. The minus 1.2 low tide is at 10:58am. Expect to get your shoes and socks wet when crossing the numerous streams especially the bigger ones like Big Creek. If we don’t have enough drivers\, we will hike to Big Stump and retrace our steps back to Smelt Sands. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/yachats_to_waldport-12103/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180519 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180520 DTSTAMP:20260807T004344 CREATED:20180126T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101232Z UID:30083-1526688000-1526774399@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Horse Rock Geology DESCRIPTION:From the trail head we will hike through small pine stand into a meadow\, then along a narrow grassy ridge. Our destination will be an eroded volcanic vent and radial dyke that erupted roughly 30-36 m.y.a. This is close look at rocks that formed the old Western Cascade volcanic arc some 28 m.y. before the High Cascade volcanic ark formed about 2-3 m.y.a. If we are lucky\, there will also be a few early wildflowers and a good view of the South Willamette Valley. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/horse_rock_geology-12065/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180518T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180520T235959 DTSTAMP:20260807T004344 CREATED:20180419T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101309Z UID:30367-1526601600-1526860799@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Blacklock Point DESCRIPTION:Gr8 tune up 4 the summer…..2.5 miles in/out…..Sat. day hike is 8 mi round trip…..Will camp in woods near the beach….Pristine beaches…..a small camp fire will B part of the trip…..Meet @ my house the day of the trip…..A water purification system will B needed…. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/blacklock_point-12214/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180518T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180520T235959 DTSTAMP:20260807T004344 CREATED:20180401T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101304Z UID:30331-1526601600-1526860799@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Mt. St. Helens -- Truman Trail DESCRIPTION:This is a visit to the Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument to hike and explore local sites. We’ll be tent camping for two nights at the low-key Eco Lodge Resort and making use of the camp’s Backwoods Cafe for meals. \nFriday\, May 18:\nDepart Eugene and drive 2.75 hours to the visitor center at Silver Lake. At Silver Lake we will break for lunch and visit the museum. In the afternoon we drive another half hour to the massive North Fork Toutle River Sediment Retention Structure that blocks almost 10-miles of ash and sediment. In the afternoon we’ll pitch our tents at the nearby Eco Lodge Resort and explore some of its 12-miles of paths -or- visit some of the area’s trails. If open\, we will stop by the Forest Learning Center just a few miles up the road. We’ll eat dinner at the Lodge’s “Backwoods Cafe.” The lodge has a communal fire pit. \nSaturday\, May 19:\nAfter breakfast we will drive 40 minutes to the Johnston Ridge Observatory making a stop at Coldwater Lake to explore the boardwalk at the lake’s edge. At Johnston Ridge (4\,300 feet) explore interpretive displays that tell the biological\, geological\, and human story of Mount St. Helens and watch the museum’s short movie. Afterwards we will hike an 8-mile section of the Boudary Trail (#1) & Harry’s Ridge. This is an exposed hike through the blast zone. The first two miles of this route offers views of Coldwater Peak to the north and the gaping Mount St. Helens crater to the south. The trail at the sharp-cornered Devil’s Elbow offers amazing views of the valley that lies 600-feet below. Beyond is the Truman Trail #201\, where we should be treated to amazing crater views. We’ll keep left at the Truman Trail junction and follow the Boundary Trail for one more mile\, where it connects with Harry’s Ridge Trail #1E. We’ll follow Harry’s Ridge to the right and for the next mile enjoy views of Spirit Lake with its raft of blasted logs. In the late afternoon we will return to our tents and a dinner at the Backwoods Cafe. NOTE: If there is significant snow on the trail we’ll hike at a lower elevation. \nSunday\, May 20:\nWe will have breakfast and pack up by 10am to drive back to Eugene. In Portland\, the leader might stop by a historic firehouse and a glassblowers facility. Participants can join him or continue to Eugene. The plan is to return to Eugene by 4pm. \nECO LODGE:\n# Home: http://www.ecoparkresort.com/\n# FAQs: http://www.ecoparkresort.com/faq\n# The Eco Lodge has outhouses\, they are each equipped with solar LED lighting\, propane hot water tank & heaters\, showers\, a pedestal sink\, and flushing toilets.\n# The Eco Lodge’s elevation is 1\,400 feet\, but it might still be cold in May. \nECO LODGE (Backwoods Cafe):\n# Menu: http://www.ecoparkresort.com/menu\n# They can accommodate vegetarian\, vegan\, and gluten free. \nMEALS:\n# Friday – Bring lunch and snacks; dinner at the Backwoods Cafe.\n# Saturday – Breakfast & Dinner at the Backwoods Cafe; bring your own snacks and lunch.\n# Sunday – Breakfast at the Backwoods Cafe; bring your own snacks and lunch. \nDEPARTURE INFO:\n# We’ll be leaving southeast Eugene; address information will emailed to confired participants. Street parking is available. \nFEES:\n# Mt St Helens Visitor Center at Silver Lake $5 per person.\n# Johnston Ridge Observatory $8 per person.\n# Eco Lodge Food (you will need to bring money for meals).\n# The Eco Lodge tent camping reservation for the group has been pre-paid; participants will need to reimburse the trip leader $16. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt-_st-_helens__-_truman_trail-12196/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180518 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180519 DTSTAMP:20260807T004344 CREATED:20171202T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101216Z UID:29967-1526601600-1526687999@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Hiking the Continental Divide DESCRIPTION:The First Women’s Hike of the Continental Divide Trail-1978 – Jean Ella presenter URL:https://obsidians.org/event/hiking_the_continental_divide_-12003/ CATEGORIES:Bus Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180517 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180518 DTSTAMP:20260807T004344 CREATED:20180205T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101236Z UID:30109-1526515200-1526601599@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Oregon Jewish Museum DESCRIPTION:Load bus at 7:30 a.m.\, depart at 8:00.\nOur destination today is the newly expanded Oregon Jewish Museum recently relocated to old town Portland. This is an early Oregon history trip as well as learning about discrimination in many forms\, including the prominent early 20th century KuKluxKlan. There are also art and cultural exhibits in three galleries. We will have a guided tour. Jewish people\, primarily from Russia and Bavaria started arriving in Oregon by 1850. Many became merchants outfitting gold prospectors in Southern Oregon. Lunch (on your own) will be at Kornblatt’s Jewish Deli. Jewish style baked goods are available at Lefty’s inside the Museum for purchase. Rugelach or Hamantaschen ummmmgood!! \nPlease make all checks payable to: Obsidians Bus Trips Account.\nCost: Members $50 Non-members $52 Due May 1\nRESERVATIONS AND MAIL CHECKS TO: Judy Adamcyk 541-302-8160\, 510 Spyglass Drive\, Eugene\, OR 97401\n Meetup/Departure Location: ShopKo Coburg Rd/Chad Dr\,(btwn ShopKo & Taco Bell) URL:https://obsidians.org/event/oregon_jewish_museum-12079/ CATEGORIES:Bus Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180516 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180517 DTSTAMP:20260807T004344 CREATED:20180219T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101244Z UID:30171-1526428800-1526515199@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. Guests are welcome. It is a great way to train for summer hikes.\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. Please call the leader if any questions URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-12113/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180513 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180514 DTSTAMP:20260807T004344 CREATED:20180505T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101314Z UID:30405-1526169600-1526255999@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Pisgah Trails DESCRIPTION:Turn right at the sign for West Summit Trailhead and follow pay fee signs. I’ll try to have my car in the row below so that it is easy for us to meet\, sign up. etc. Depending on weather\, I plan to take back trails (#4 and the steep #2) to the summit\, avoiding the main trail #1. Mileage and elevation could vary but around 7 miles at a steady pace. Estimated time is 3 hours so bring snacks. We will divide into two groups if pace varies. Once we reach the summit\, you have the option of going back down on the main trail or the less steep one. Email me at jbjacobsen@comcast.net if you have questions. \nIf you don’t have a Lane County pass allow time to purchase a day pass one at the pay station by trailhead. To buy an annual pass\, see the website for Friends of Buford Park\, (a donation). URL:https://obsidians.org/event/pisgah_trails-12234/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180512 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180513 DTSTAMP:20260807T004344 CREATED:20180509T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101315Z UID:30409-1526083200-1526169599@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Dead Mountain Exploratory DESCRIPTION:This is an exploratory hike to Salmon Creek road just east of Oakridge. It is a mountain bike trail\, and the weather should be favorable\, although we may see bike traffic. Remember that they belong here. The average gradient is 6.8%\, and the distances could be less\, but not likely more. The elevation gain is likely accurate. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/dead_mountain_exploratory_-12236/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180512 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180513 DTSTAMP:20260807T004344 CREATED:20180406T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101305Z UID:30335-1526083200-1526169599@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Silver Falls DESCRIPTION:I plan on hiking to all 10 falls. We will start at the South Falls and hike clockwise with lunch at the upper north falls. There will be water on part of the trail\, so I recommend boots. Dress in layers\, bring stocking cap and gloves. There are some concrete stairs with handrails. There is a bathroom at the South Falls day use area and at the North Falls parking lot which we will visit just before lunch. This is a state park with a $5 parking fee that needs the be shared by all hikers.\n Meetup/Departure Location: ShopKo Coburg Rd/Chad Dr\,(btwn ShopKo & Taco Bell) URL:https://obsidians.org/event/silver_falls-12198/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180512 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180513 DTSTAMP:20260807T004344 CREATED:20180126T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101232Z UID:30079-1526083200-1526169599@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Heceta Head Geology DESCRIPTION:From Washburne Park we will walk south on the beach to the Hobbit Trail\, then up over Heceta Head to the lighthouse for lunch. Some may want to take the lighthouse tour. After lunch we will hike back over Heceta Head and take the Valley River Trail past Beaver Lake to Washburne Park. We will walk at a moderate pace\, stopping several time to look at major geologic features. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/heceta_head_geology-12062/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR