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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201221
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201222
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SUMMARY:Mt Pisgah Winter Solstice (long)
DESCRIPTION:Update:  Jon Jost will be assistant leader.  More details later about two groups/staggered departure. This will be the long hike  on Trail 4 and  then going up  Trail 2.   Look for us by my car a row or two  or three down from the fee box.. Sunset is 4:37 pm.  If we are surprised with clear skies\, we will join a crowd of solstice hikers looking for the sun rays to light up the Mt. Pisgah Sighting Pedestal. Email me at jbjacobsen@comcast.net if you have questions.  From Mike Smith:  Jupiter and Saturn both set at 6:58 pm. It is well after sunset\, but I would start looking right after sunset\, and yes\, use binoculars.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt_pisgah_winter_solstice_long-25223/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201220
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201221
DTSTAMP:20260624T063956
CREATED:20201216T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101738Z
UID:32409-1608422400-1608508799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Zumwalt Slugs and Snails
DESCRIPTION:Convenient short drive. Rainy morning walk through the local park\, good trails\, muddy woods\, and along the Fern Ridge Reservoir.\n➯ Obsidian protocols for social distancing will be observed on the hike. Refer to main website page for full information. Participants will manage their own transportation.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/zumwalt_slugs_and_snails_-25325/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201220
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201221
DTSTAMP:20260624T063956
CREATED:20201121T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101729Z
UID:32347-1608422400-1608508799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Bechtel Shelter
DESCRIPTION:This a good warm up trip for the season.  Folks who have cross country ski experience are welcome.  This is not a trip for the first timer.   Trip canceled due to leader health.  I will put it back on in January.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/bechtel_shelter-25294/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201220
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201221
DTSTAMP:20260624T063956
CREATED:20201108T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101724Z
UID:32319-1608422400-1608508799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Sutton Creek/Darko’s Hidden Cove
DESCRIPTION:Please arrive few minutes earlier. We will leave promptly at 8AM and drive Hwy 126 (Linslaw Park bathroom stop) and Hwy 101 to the trail-head (GPS location 44.049091\, -124.130566)\nFrom there we will hike north on the low tide beach crossing two creeks. Sutton Creek can be 2-3 ft. deep\, Berry Creek can be up to 15 inches deep. Our destination is a beautiful hidden cove. After the lunch we will hike same way back\, stopping at Berry Creek beach for brief litter pick-up (if is any there..).\n➯ Obsidian protocols for social distancing will be observed on the hike. Refer to main website page for full information. Participants will manage their own transportation.\n=> Due to heavy rain forecast and possible dangerous creek crossings\, our December 20th hike is cancelled.\nSutton Creek/Darko’s Hidden Cove hike will be rescheduled … one of these days.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/darkos_hidden_cove-25280/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201219
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201220
DTSTAMP:20260624T063956
CREATED:20201124T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101729Z
UID:32349-1608336000-1608422399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Midnight Lake
DESCRIPTION:This is a good first-of-the-season trip for intermediate skiers (it’s really not appropriate for beginners).  We’ll plan on heading up to Midnight Lake via the PCT\, then following the trail through the woods over to the road past Bechtel Shelter\, for a nice glide back to Pengra Pass and then the parking lot.  Lunch will be at either Midnight Lake or at Bechtel Shelter.  Depending on conditions\, it could turn into an out-and-back instead of a loop (for instance\, if it’s icy under the trees). Trip will be cancelled or re-scheduled if snow conditions are inadequate.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/midnight_lake-25295/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201219
DTSTAMP:20260624T063956
CREATED:20201021T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101721Z
UID:32293-1608249600-1608335999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Food For Lane County hike
DESCRIPTION:We will divide into  two groups\, six each.   Meet at  Gate F /bridge on the south side of the Lane County Fairgrounds to walk on the Fern Ridge bike path to the Food for Lane County warehouse on Bailey Hill Road. (There are two gates (E & F) south of the events center). In years past we have carried cans but this year\, I suggest a lightweight check or cash to promote our theme\, “Carrying each other by feeding others.”  Another option is to donate online\, possibly a tribute card for the holiday season. https://foodforlanecounty.org/donate/donate-funds/tribute-card/  If questions\, Email me at jbjacobsen@comcast.net
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/food_for_lane_county_hike-25267/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201217
DTSTAMP:20260624T063956
CREATED:20201201T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101734Z
UID:32379-1608076800-1608163199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:52nd Street/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:For several years we’ve done a conditioning hike on Wednesdays from the Martin Street Trailhead to the summit of Spencer Butte. In 2020 we’ve been using this route while work was being done on the trail near Fox Hollow. This route is a mile shorter with 400′ less elevation gain.\nIf the parking lot is full\, park on 52nd street on the other side of Willamette Street.\nSocial distancing will be maintained. 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.\nIf you meet someone going your way\, MASK UP\, excuse yourself and pass. If someone is coming the other way\, MASK UP and if that person doesn’t get over\, step aside and face away. If you are following within 8 feet of another person\, you should mask up. You are in their slipstream. People can change their pace and suddenly you’re too close. PLEASE DO THIS.  \nIf you can’t see up the trail far enough to have time to put on your covering\, leave it on. Make sure you can quickly put on your face covering. Don’t congregate when you meet someone on the trail or on the summit. Maintain face coverings or stay 6 feet apart.\nIf you don’t feel well\, please don’t come. If you are not willing to follow the guidelines\, please do not join the group.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-25310/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201217
DTSTAMP:20260624T063956
CREATED:20201201T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101733Z
UID:32375-1608076800-1608163199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:***NOTE: I WILL LEAD A GROUP AT 8-815 AM\, SHOULD YOU BE ON THE WAIT LIST AND WANT TO GO.  PLEASE EMAIL ME AT mssq@comcast.net.  Darian Morray will lead another group that will not start before 830 am\, since he will be arriving close to then and I will be leaving before then.  \nEvery 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.)\nSocial distancing will be maintained. 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.\nIf you meet someone going your way\, MASK UP\, excuse yourself and pass. If someone is coming the other way\, MASK UP and if that person doesn’t get over\, step aside and face away. If you are following within 8 feet of another person\, you should mask up. You are in their slipstream. People can change their pace and suddenly you’re too close. PLEASE DO THIS.  \nIf you can’t see up the trail far enough to have time to put on your covering\, leave it on. Make sure you can quickly put on your face covering. Don’t congregate when you meet someone on the trail or on the summit. Maintain face coverings or stay 6 feet apart.\nIf you don’t feel well\, please don’t come. If you are not willing to follow the guidelines\, please do not join the group. \nTo 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.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-25308/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201216
DTSTAMP:20260624T063956
CREATED:20201111T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101725Z
UID:32325-1607990400-1608076799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Blanton Ridge to Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:New guidelines restrict our group size to 6.   THEREFORE – UPDATE. Since many arrive before 7:30\, I plan to stagger departures with no more than six in a group\, probably smaller.  We have had no problems spreading out.   \nThis 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.  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. \n To get to the trailhead from 29th & Willamette continue south on Willamette.  At Willamette/Donald St Intersection bear right on Willamette.  Immediately bear right again on to Crest Drive.  Follow signs staying on Crest for approximately 1.2 miles to the Junction with Blanton Road.  Turn left on Blanton.  The trial head is on your left in about ½ mile. \nAnother way to get to the Blanton trailhead is to go south on Chambers until it ends at Crest Drive. Turn left on to Crest.  In about ½ mile turn right on Blanton Road.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/blanton_ridge_to_spencer_butte-25283/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201215
DTSTAMP:20260624T063956
CREATED:20201212T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101738Z
UID:32405-1607904000-1607990399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Evening at Hileman Landing
DESCRIPTION:Convenient short drive. Easy evening walk through the woods and bushy trails along the Willamette River.\n➯ Obsidian protocols for social distancing will be observed on the hike. Refer to main website page for full information. Participants will manage their own transportation. Meetup/Departure Location: Albertson\, Santa Clara (parking lot close to BurgerKing
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/evening_at_hileman_landing-25323/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201213
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201214
DTSTAMP:20260624T063956
CREATED:20201121T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101729Z
UID:32345-1607817600-1607903999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Thurston Hills
DESCRIPTION:Thurston Hills Natural Area parking lot of HWY 126 ( that’s just 2 miles east of HWY 126 / Main Street intersection.)  This is a fairly new trail.  Depending on signup this may work as a shuttle.  The advantage of this trail is it very close in and you get a great hike in the woods.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/thurston_hills-25293/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201212
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201213
DTSTAMP:20260624T063956
CREATED:20201206T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101736Z
UID:32395-1607731200-1607817599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Marshall Island Rain Walk
DESCRIPTION:Convenient short drive. Rainy afternoon walk through the woods and bushy ungroomed trails along Willamette River.\n➯ Obsidian protocols for social distancing will be observed on the hike. Refer to main website page for full information. Participants will manage their own transportation. Meetup/Departure Location: Albertson\, Santa Clara (parking lot closest to Burger King)
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/marshall_island_rain_walk-25318/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201212
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201213
DTSTAMP:20260624T063956
CREATED:20200223T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101612Z
UID:31775-1607731200-1607817599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Bus Trips Christmas Party
DESCRIPTION:Special Event: CHRISTMAS PARTY AT THE LODGE\nSaturday\, December 12\, 2–4 p.m.\nYou are invited to join us for a festive afternoon featuring refreshments\, music and door prizes. This celebration of the season is open to all Obsidians\, family and friends\, as well as nonmember guests who have traveled with us in the past. It will be a good opportunity to renew acquaintances and meet new friends.\nQuestions? Call Sharon Cutsforth 541-746-4929 or Judy Garwood 541-683-5539
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/bus_trips_christmas_party-25001/
CATEGORIES:Bus Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201211
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201212
DTSTAMP:20260624T063956
CREATED:20201126T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101731Z
UID:32361-1607644800-1607731199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mt Pisgah
DESCRIPTION:MEET at the North Trailhead. (Turn left — not right to the main gate/pavilion) Required to have a face covering. Please read the COVID guidelines on our webpage. We will take Trail 3 to Trail 4\, then DOWN to Trail 2 and then UP 800 ft elevation on the east side. It will take around two hours and 15 minutes at a moderate space to get to the top. I like this route because we see fewer people\, the trail is wider in some sections and we aren’t hiking under the power lines.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt_pisgah-25301/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201210
DTSTAMP:20260624T063956
CREATED:20201201T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101733Z
UID:32377-1607472000-1607558399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:52nd Street/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:For several years we’ve done a conditioning hike on Wednesdays from the Martin Street Trailhead to the summit of Spencer Butte. In 2020 we’ve been using this route while work was being done on the trail near Fox Hollow. This route is a mile shorter with 400′ less elevation gain.\nIf the parking lot is full\, park on 52nd street on the other side of Willamette Street.\nSocial distancing will be maintained. 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.\nIf you meet someone going your way\, MASK UP\, excuse yourself and pass. If someone is coming the other way\, MASK UP and if that person doesn’t get over\, step aside and face away. If you are following within 8 feet of another person\, you should mask up. You are in their slipstream. People can change their pace and suddenly you’re too close. PLEASE DO THIS.  \nIf you can’t see up the trail far enough to have time to put on your covering\, leave it on. Make sure you can quickly put on your face covering. Don’t congregate when you meet someone on the trail or on the summit. Maintain face coverings or stay 6 feet apart.\nIf you don’t feel well\, please don’t come. If you are not willing to follow the guidelines\, please do not join the group.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-25309/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201210
DTSTAMP:20260624T063956
CREATED:20201201T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101733Z
UID:32373-1607472000-1607558399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:New guidelines restrict our group size to 6.   THEREFORE – this weekly hike will have a early start at 8 AM and a final start no later than 8:30 AM.  We need some of you to arrive between 8 and 8:10 – and leave promptly.  Assistant leader\, Janet\, will leave with the first 5 people.  The next 5 people will leave after 8:15 with Kay acting as sweep\, leaving no later than 8:30 AM.  This way we will stagger the starts and have no more than 6 in either group.  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.)Social distancing will be maintained. 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.\nIf you meet someone going your way\, MASK UP\, excuse yourself and pass. If someone is coming the other way\, MASK UP and if that person doesn’t get over\, step aside and face away. If you are following within 8 feet of another person\, you should mask up. You are in their slipstream. People can change their pace and suddenly you’re too close. PLEASE DO THIS.  \nIf you can’t see up the trail far enough to have time to put on your covering\, leave it on. Make sure you can quickly put on your face covering. Don’t congregate when you meet someone on the trail or on the summit. Maintain face coverings or stay 6 feet apart.\nIf you don’t feel well\, please don’t come. If you are not willing to follow the guidelines\, please do not join the group. \nTo 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.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-25307/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201209
DTSTAMP:20260624T063956
CREATED:20201111T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101725Z
UID:32321-1607385600-1607471999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Blanton Ridge to Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:New guidelines restrict our group size to 6. THEREFORE – this weekly hike will have a start at 7:30 AM and another (final) start at 7:45 AM.  We need some of you to arrive by 7:30 – and leave promptly.  This week’s Assistant Leader\, Janet J.\, will leave with the first people who arrive. The next group will leave with Jorry R. no later than 7:45. This way we will stagger the starts and have no more than 6 in either group. (It is common for this hike that we have at least two groups hiking at different paces.) \nThis 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. \nTo get to the trailhead from 29th & Willamette continue south on Willamette.  At Willamette/Donald St Intersection bear right on Willamette.  Immediately bear right again on to Crest Drive.  Follow signs staying on Crest for approximately 1.2 miles to the Junction with Blanton Road.  Turn left on Blanton. The trial head is on your left in about ½ mile. \nAnother way to get to the Blanton trailhead is to go south on Chambers until it ends at Crest Drive. Turn left on to Crest. In about ½ mile turn right on Blanton Road. \nSocial distancing will be maintained. 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.\nIf you meet someone going your way\, MASK UP\, excuse yourself and pass. If someone is coming the other way\, MASK UP and if that person doesn’t get over\, step aside and face away. If you are following within 8 feet of another person\, you should mask up. You are in their slipstream. People can change their pace and suddenly you’re too close. PLEASE DO THIS.  \nIf you can’t see up the trail far enough to have time to put on your covering\, leave it on. Make sure you can quickly put on your face covering. Don’t congregate when you meet someone on the trail or on the summit. Maintain face coverings or stay 6 feet apart.\nIf you don’t feel well\, please don’t come. If you are not willing to follow the guidelines\, please do not join the group.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/blanton_ridge_to_spencer_butte-25281/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201207
DTSTAMP:20260624T063956
CREATED:20201121T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101728Z
UID:32343-1607212800-1607299199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Gold Lake Snowshoe
DESCRIPTION:First snow shoe of the year.  If the snow disappears I will convert this to a hike.  We will travel up Hwy 58 to Gold Lake snow park.  This trip is suitable for beginners.  It a good warm up to make sure we have all the gear we need and it is in working order for the season.  This is a road trip leading to Gold Lake shelter we will return the way we came.  If you are planning on a season in the snow you will need a snow park permit.  This can be obtained at Bergs Ski shop on 13th Ave.  Most outdoor shops will sell these.  I think the cost is $25.00 for the season and $5.00 for a day pass.  You can rent snowshoes packages at Bergs also.  If you are new to snowshoeing please practice putting SS on and off at home several times.  You get very cold in the snow.  Call me with any questions.  541-953-7046
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/gold_lake_snowshoe-25292/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201206
DTSTAMP:20260624T063956
CREATED:20201127T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101732Z
UID:32369-1607126400-1607212799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Lower Hardesty Trails
DESCRIPTION:Please read the Covid-19 protocols on the Obsidian website prior to the hike.  Obsidian protocols for social distancing will be observed on the hike. Participants will manage their own transportation.\n     We will begin our hike at the Lower Hardesty trailhead just off Hwy 58. The hike will be in the shape of an upside-down “Y.” We’ll hike due south about 2.2 miles\, gaining 1300 feet in the process\, and turn around when we hit Forest Road 5835. Then we’ll retrace our steps back to the north\, and branch off to the southwest when we cross a faint\, abandoned forest road at about the 3.4 mile mark. This narrows to an unnamed hiking path which is fairly level. We’ll have lunch at about the 4.7 mile mark\, then return to the junction and continue north to the parking lot. The cumulative elevation gain is about 1625 feet. This hike does not have any views\, but is a pleasant\, nearby alternative to hikes on the Ridgeline or Mt.Pisgah trail systems. The pace will be moderate\, so we get a decent workout.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/lower_hardesty_trails-25305/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201205
DTSTAMP:20260624T063956
CREATED:20201019T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101720Z
UID:32289-1607040000-1607126399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Warm Cap Drop Off
DESCRIPTION:The walk has been canceled.  If you did not receive an email from me\, please let me know at jbjacobsen@comcast.net .\nYou can still drop off the caps between 1:00 and  2:00 at the South Eugene Parking  Lot.  Joella and I will be there to safely take your donation.\nYou are welcome to walk on your own  to Hendricks Park in small groups (no more than six).  Please  though no large gathering in the parking lot.  Find someone to hike with and take off.   You can also drop your donation off at  Joella Ewing’s front door at 2384 Washington Street.  Thanks so much.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/warm_cap_drop_off-25265/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201203
DTSTAMP:20260624T063956
CREATED:20201126T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101732Z
UID:32367-1606867200-1606953599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION: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.)\nSocial distancing will be maintained. 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.\nIf you meet someone going your way\, MASK UP\, excuse yourself and pass. If someone is coming the other way\, MASK UP and if that person doesn’t get over\, step aside and face away. If you are following within 8 feet of another person\, you should mask up. You are in their slipstream. People can change their pace and suddenly you’re too close. PLEASE DO THIS.  \nIf you can’t see up the trail far enough to have time to put on your covering\, leave it on. Make sure you can quickly put on your face covering. Don’t congregate when you meet someone on the trail or on the summit. Maintain face coverings or stay 6 feet apart.\nIf you don’t feel well\, please don’t come. If you are not willing to follow the guidelines\, please do not join the group. \nTo 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.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-25304/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201202
DTSTAMP:20260624T063956
CREATED:20201111T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101725Z
UID:32323-1606780800-1606867199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Blanton Ridge to Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:This hike to the top of Spencer Butte takes the less traveled route from Blanton Road.  We’ll cross Blanton Ridge before continuing on from the 52nd and Willamette trailhead.   This option provides a good in town workout.. If the weather doesn’t co-operate we can forgo the exposed rocky steps near the top. \n To get to the trailhead from 29th & Willamette continue south on Willamette.  At Willamette/Donald St Intersection bear right on Willamette.  Immediately bear right again on to Crest Drive.  Follow signs staying on Crest for approximately 1.2 miles to the Junction with Blanton Road.  Turn left on Blanton.  The trial head is on your left in about ½ mile. \nAnother way to get to the Blanton trailhead is to go south on Chambers until it ends at Crest Drive. Turn left on to Crest.  In about ½ mile turn right on Blanton Road.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/blanton_ridge_to_spencer_butte-25282/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201129
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201130
DTSTAMP:20260624T063956
CREATED:20201121T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101728Z
UID:32341-1606608000-1606694399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Middle Fork of Willamette
DESCRIPTION:Golden age pass works.  This is an easy hike along the North fork of the Willamette. The trail will be wet and can be muddy in places. It is a nice walkthrough the woods along the river.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/middle_fork_of_willamette-25291/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201129
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201130
DTSTAMP:20260624T063956
CREATED:20201112T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101726Z
UID:32333-1606608000-1606694399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mt Pisgah Sunset/Moonrise
DESCRIPTION:This is the shorter Sunset/Moonrise Hike.  We’ll leave from the main parking\ngo up Trail 17 to 3 to 4 to 1 to the top.  We may see the longer hike group at the top. Sunset is at 4:35 PM and moonrise is 4:24 PM so weather permitting we will see both.  We’ll come back down Trail 1.  Look for my car\, one or two rows down from the fee box.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/moonrise-25287/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201129
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201130
DTSTAMP:20260624T063956
CREATED:20200828T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101702Z
UID:32157-1606608000-1606694399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mt Pisgah Sunset/Moonrise (long)
DESCRIPTION:This is a long hike to backside of Pisgah–It takes two hours and 15 minutes at a moderate space to get to the top!. The timing is good for us to see both if weather cooperates.  The sunset is 4:35 and moonrise  is 4:24.   The full moon is the next day. We will take Trail 7 to Trail 4 DOWN to Trail 2 and then up 800 ft elevation on the east side. Look for us by my car\, one or two rows down from the fee box. Email me at jbjacobsen@comcast.net if you have questions.   If it is raining\, we can opt for  a shorter hike.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/moonrise_long-25196/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201129
DTSTAMP:20260624T063956
CREATED:20200227T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101617Z
UID:31819-1606521600-1606607999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Trail Maintenance
DESCRIPTION:We don’t have a project yet.  But\, we’re certain we’ll be doing some trail maintenance. \nMeet at the main Willamette Street Trailhead parking lot\, the paved on Willamette.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/trail_maintenance-25024/
CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201128
DTSTAMP:20260624T063956
CREATED:20201028T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101723Z
UID:32309-1606435200-1606521599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mt Pisgah
DESCRIPTION:MEET at the North Trailhead. (Turn left — not right to the main gate/pavilion) Required to have a face covering.   Please read the COVID guidelines on our webpage. We will take Trail 3 to Trail 4\, then DOWN to Trail 2 and then UP 800 ft elevation on the east side. It will take around  two hours and 15 minutes at a moderate space to get to the top.   I like this route because we see fewer people\, the trail is wider in some sections and we aren’t hiking under the powerlines.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt_pisgah-25275/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201127
DTSTAMP:20260624T063956
CREATED:20201117T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101727Z
UID:32337-1606348800-1606435199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Shotgun Creek
DESCRIPTION:Scenic short drive via McKenzie View Dr.\, Mohawk\, Marcola.\nWatch the forecast and dress in layers.\nParking is $3 fee for each vehicle or you can use Shotgun Annual\, Interagency Annual Park Pass\, and Golden Age passes. \n➯ Obsidian protocols for social distancing will be observed on the hike. Refer to main website page for full information. Participants will manage their own transportation.  Meetup/Departure Location: ShopKo Coburg Rd/Chad Dr\,(btwn ShopKo & Taco Bell)
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/shotgun_creek-25289/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201127
DTSTAMP:20260624T063956
CREATED:20201010T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101719Z
UID:32279-1606348800-1606435199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Turkey Trimming
DESCRIPTION:For a number of years\, I have led this in-town\, annual hike the day after Thanksgiving. Due to covid-19 restrictions on gatherings this year\, I decided to lead it Thanksgiving Day instead.  It will be a fairly fast paced hike (not a saunter) and we will be climbing some huffy-puffy hills! This year’s route: we will start by going up steep 28th St.\, across to N. Shasta Loop\, on Spring and Firland\, and using a secret trail\, back to 43rd and to the start. ! There are no rest rooms along the route. Be sure to bring a mask\, wear it at all times\, and read the Obsidian covid-19 rules on our home page.  Also\, in case you’re wondering\, Governor Brown’s restrictions effective 11/18 do NOT affect this hike.  Her comments: “We strongly encourage outdoor recreation and camping\, and as such\, our parks and playgrounds are staying open. Breathing fresh\, if not chilly air\, will help us all.”
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/turkey_trimming-25260/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201126
DTSTAMP:20260624T063956
CREATED:20200925T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101713Z
UID:32237-1606262400-1606348799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION: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.)\nSocial distancing will be maintained. 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.\nIf you meet someone going your way\, MASK UP\, excuse yourself and pass. If someone is coming the other way\, MASK UP and if that person doesn’t get over\, step aside and face away. If you are following within 8 feet of another person\, you should mask up. You are in their slipstream. People can change their pace and suddenly you’re too close. PLEASE DO THIS.  \nIf you can’t see up the trail far enough to have time to put on your covering\, leave it on. Make sure you can quickly put on your face covering. Don’t congregate when you meet someone on the trail or on the summit. Maintain face coverings or stay 6 feet apart.\nIf you don’t feel well\, please don’t come. If you are not willing to follow the guidelines\, please do not join the group. \nTo 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.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-25239/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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