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:20160313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20161106T090000 END:STANDARD 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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170701 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170702 DTSTAMP:20261115T142551 CREATED:20170308T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101109Z UID:29461-1498867200-1498953599@obsidians.org SUMMARY:McKenzie River Trail(Entire) DESCRIPTION:This is my third year of leading this long but rewarding hike. We’ll start at the upper trailhead near Fish Lake and hike the entire 25.9 miles in one day. The hike will maintain a brisk pace all day with a minimum number of short stops. As this hike will take all day please don’t plan on getting back to Eugene before dark.. This in a one-way hike that involves a car shuttle. Please note the meeting place is at the Thurston Park & Ride which is next to McDonalds\, not behind it. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mckenzie_river_trailentire-11724/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170701 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170702 DTSTAMP:20261115T142551 CREATED:20170513T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101136Z UID:29657-1498867200-1498953599@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Wassen Creek/Dark Grove DESCRIPTION:We will make a loop hike through the dense old growth forest of the proposed Devil’s Staircase Wilderness Area in the Coast Range. There is no maintained trail nor trailheads in this area\, but we will follow some faint user trails and Elk trails along a route I scouted in May\, from one informal trailhead to another\, with a return by a logging road.\nPlease be advised that this is a off-trail\, bushwhack trip that requires crawling over and under countless logs\, through thickets of devil’s club\, vine maple and nettles\, and climbing up and down steep creek banks. Our progress will be slow and we will need to take extra precautions to keep the group together. There are no fine views or sights to see\, but we will be immersed in the forest. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/dark_grove-11833/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170703 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170704 DTSTAMP:20261115T142551 CREATED:20170528T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101139Z UID:29687-1499040000-1499126399@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Crescent Mountain DESCRIPTION:This is a difficult hike that was rescheduled due to snow at both the Maude Creek area and at higher elevations. With luck\, the Detroit area trail crew will have removed some blowdowns. The first mile and a half to the Creek is slightly downhill and easy. After the creek crossing\, the trail starts to climb significantly and steeply to the meadow\, and then switchbacks up the meadow\, before taking a long\, relatively level path. Finally\, the trail gets in the trees and climbs some more to the summit. It is likely to be hot\, since the trip was moved back\, and water is important. On a clear day\, there are great views of Mt. Washington-Broken Top\, along with North\, South and Echo Peaks to the west. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/crescent_mountain-11849/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170705 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170706 DTSTAMP:20261115T142551 CREATED:20170317T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101121Z UID:29543-1499212800-1499299199@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte DESCRIPTION:This is our weekly aerobic hike starting at Martin Street Trailhead up to Spencer Butte. We can accommodate most all hiker speeds in this group. We start promptly at 8:15AM so come a few minutes early to check in. Wear appropriate clothing for the weather. \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. Please call the leader if any questions. One can take LTD Bus #28 to Martin Street. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-11769/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170708 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170709 DTSTAMP:20261115T142551 CREATED:20170409T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101126Z UID:29585-1499472000-1499558399@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Middle Pyramid DESCRIPTION:This is one of my favorite hikes in the Old Cascades. The hiker is rewarded with mature forest\, small waterfall\, glacial cirque\, early summer wildflowers\, sub-alpine forest and a great view on a clear day. \nStart the trail on a bridged creek crossing. Trail climbs at a moderate grade through a forest mixed with Douglas and True Fir. Many of the trees could be termed old growth. The path levels out near a brushy area at the bottom of a glacial cirque. The trail then climbs steeply through forest and then south facing clearings. Follow a ridge interspersed with rock gardens and wildflowers to the north side of the Middle Pyramid. Trail travels through dense forest to the summit. The top of Middle Pyramid once had a lookout. On a clear day\, hikers have a 360 degree view of the area. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/middle_pyramid-11790/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170708 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170709 DTSTAMP:20261115T142551 CREATED:20170611T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101142Z UID:29711-1499472000-1499558399@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Opie Dilldock DESCRIPTION:This is an early season hike on one of the Three Sisters most scenic trails. Because of the possibility of snow I recommend waterproof boots and hiking poles or ice axe. We’ll start at the Obsidian trailhead to Scott trail then South on the PCT to Collier Glacier viewpoint for lunch. From there we’ll head down Opie Dilldock to connect to the Obsidian loop trail. The permit for the limited entry area has gone up to $10 so I’m asking for an additional $1 from hikers to cover this cost. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/opie_dilldock-11863/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170708T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170709T235959 DTSTAMP:20261115T142551 CREATED:20170613T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101143Z UID:29713-1499472000-1499644799@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Mt Shasta: Whitney Glacier DESCRIPTION:~14mi (5-6mi\, ~3200-3800′ of which is Day 1 approach)\n~8000′ estimated gain with a high point of 14162′\nglacier experience mandatory\, steep snow/moderate ice experience recommended\, experience above 10000′ recommended\nLeader has not previously climbed this route.\nGrade II\, moderate to steep snow and glacier travel\, possible short sections of ice climbing\, altitude and rockfall hazard. Maximum signups listed at 6 but we may accept up to 2 more participants depending on the skill level of the group. $25 climbing permit required. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt_shasta_whitney_glacier_-11864/ CATEGORIES:Climbs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170709 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170710 DTSTAMP:20261115T142551 CREATED:20170308T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101111Z UID:29477-1499558400-1499644799@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Cone Peak to Echo Mt. and North Peak DESCRIPTION:The majority of this hike is exploratory! There is a net gain of 1670 ft.\, but the total elevation gain will be over 2000 ft due to the undulations of the ridge we will be exploring. The hike begins at the Tombstone Pass trailhead. We will take the Cone Peak/Iron Mt. trail to the meadows on Cone Peak’s flank where we leave the trail behind and hike cross-country to Cone Peak’s summit. From here we will follow the ridge easterly to explore South Peak\, Echo Mountain & North Peak (as time and energy allows). This ridge is exposed: bring your sunscreen\, hat\, and a minimum of 2 liters of water! URL:https://obsidians.org/event/cone_peak_to_echo_mt-_and_north_peak-11733/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170711 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170712 DTSTAMP:20261115T142551 CREATED:20170210T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101056Z UID:29357-1499731200-1499817599@obsidians.org SUMMARY:More Food VI DESCRIPTION:We’re on the road again to find treasures from western Oregon farms that provide healthy good eats and drinks. We’ll begin our day at Camas Country Mill who will provide our morning coffee break (included). Their new wood fired oven will produce tasty goodies to start our day. There will be time for shopping in the Mill store. On up the road we’ll visit the Pacific Hazelnut Farm and Candy Factory in Aurora. There will be a video tour and time for shopping. Yumm! Next stop will be Vogets Meats in Hubbard\, who specialize in smoked meats\, another shopping opportunity. This 68 year old German market is still in the original Voget family. On to Baumans\, our favorite Century farm\, south of Woodburn. We’ll have lunch here (included) at picnic tables set up in the garden. Of course\, there is time for shopping in the farm store and the unique garden store. Ice cream sold here! Finally\, we’ll stop at the Minto Island Growers farm west of Salem near Minto Brown Park. Growing tea plants is the feature. Tea plants and processed tea leaves harvested in May will be for sale. Tea grown here is acclaimed for its quality. SUGGEST: Bring a cooler. Enjoy!!! \nPlease make checks payable to: Obsidians Bus Trips Account\nCost: Members $60 Non-members $62 Payment due June 23\nRESERVATIONS & MAIL CHECKS TO: Mary Lee Cheadle 541-689-1085\n3225 Richard Ave.\, Eugene\, OR 97402 URL:https://obsidians.org/event/more_food_vi-11666/ CATEGORIES:Bus Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170712 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170713 DTSTAMP:20261115T142551 CREATED:20170317T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101119Z UID:29533-1499817600-1499903999@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte DESCRIPTION:This is our weekly aerobic hike starting at Martin Street Trailhead to Fox Hollow\, and to the summit of Spencer Butte. It is a steady pace. We start promptly at 8:15AM so come a few minutes early to check in. Appropriate clothing for the weather. Currently\, parts of trail are muddy. \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. Please call the leader if any questions. One can take LTD Bus #28 to Martin Street. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-11764/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170714T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170716T235959 DTSTAMP:20261115T142551 CREATED:20170220T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101102Z UID:29405-1499990400-1500249599@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Mt Jefferson- Milk Creek DESCRIPTION:Meeting place -Thurston Albertsons NE corner of lot. Hike in from Woodpecker ridge Trailhead to the PCT then south to milk creek. Faint climbers trail to high camp on ridge about 6700 feet. Camp may be on snow or rock depending on conditions. Ascend West Rib route to summit block. Route includes steep snow and easy but exposed rock. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt_jefferson-_milk_creek-11693/ CATEGORIES:Climbs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170714T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170716T235959 DTSTAMP:20261115T142551 CREATED:20170507T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101134Z UID:29643-1499990400-1500249599@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Blacklock Point Coast DESCRIPTION:Bac pac in on a level path to our camping spot near the ocean……Saturday hike south to Sixes River\, 7 miles round trip……Pristine beaches…..dramatic cliffs…..lake & waterfalls…. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/blacklock_point_coast-11823/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170715 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170716 DTSTAMP:20261115T142551 CREATED:20170308T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101111Z UID:29471-1500076800-1500163199@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Olallie Mountain DESCRIPTION:Great hike through a mix of forest and meadows to an open summit with an old lookout and views of The Husband\, The Wife\, Middle & South Sister… I have counted 44 different species of wildflowers on this hike in July a few years ago! We will hike at a moderate leisurely pace (1.5 mph?) so we can enjoy the flowers and lunch on the summit.\n**Drivers will need a USFS Pass.\n**Passengers should offer driver additional $1 to compensate for Forest Pass permit. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/olallie_mountain-11730/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170716 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170717 DTSTAMP:20261115T142551 CREATED:20170221T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101104Z UID:29423-1500163200-1500249599@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Yapoah Crater Geology DESCRIPTION:Trip Description: This classic Obsidian hike will take us up a 6 mile section of the PCT past South Mathieu Lake to Yapoah Crater\, a large cinder cone. From the top of Yapoah Crater there is an amazing view of recent lava flows and glacial features near North Sister and Collier Cone. Climbing the volcanic cone is optional. On the return loop we will visit North Mathieu Lake\, one most unusual lakes in the area\, partly formed by a lava dam. Each hiker MUST bring 2 liters of water to prevent dehydration and cramps. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/yapoah_crater_geology-11703/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170719 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170720 DTSTAMP:20261115T142551 CREATED:20170317T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101122Z UID:29549-1500422400-1500508799@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte DESCRIPTION:This is our weekly aerobic hike starting at Martin Street Trailhead up to Spencer Butte. We can accommodate most all hiker speeds in this group. We start promptly at 8:15AM so come a few minutes early to check in. Wear appropriate clothing for the weather. \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. Please call the leader if any questions. One can take LTD Bus #28 to Martin Street. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-11772/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170720 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170721 DTSTAMP:20261115T142551 CREATED:20170625T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101144Z UID:29721-1500508800-1500595199@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Belknap Hot Springs DESCRIPTION: URL:https://obsidians.org/event/belknap_hot_springs-11868/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170720 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170721 DTSTAMP:20261115T142551 CREATED:20170625T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101144Z UID:29723-1500508800-1500595199@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Belknap Hot Spring LTD Bus to T.H. DESCRIPTION:Weather predicted to be partly cloudy but warm–up to 80 degrees. We will enjoy a pleasant cool breezes and warm spells as we hike along the McKenzie River to the hot springs and gardens. Leave your car outside the downtown blocks–walk to LTD bus and skip the crowds! Round trip hike from McKenzie River Ranger Station to Belknap Hot Springs is 6 miles. Additional 1-2 miles optional hiking on resort trails adjacent to the river.\nLTD Public Bus # 91 requires exact change $3.50 for a day pass\, We will meet at LTD Downtown Station at 8 am\, depart Eugene Station at 8:20 am. Arrive Ranger Station 9:40 am. I expect to hike leisurely along the river’s edge\, and steadily 2-2.5 mph under forest canopy\, stopping at Paradise boat ramp (pit toilet) and Lost Creek bridge arriving at Belknap at Noon. I would like to stay grouped together on the National Recreational Trail. Expect some bicyclists and rafters enjoying the same corridor. You will have choices for activities midday We will start back from Belknap Bridge at 2 pm promptly. You may have time at the Ranger Station before catching the early 4 pm LTD bus back to Eugene\, We will arrive downtown at approximately 5:30 pm. Come along and relax. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/belknap_hot_spring_ltd_bus_to_t-h-11869/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170720 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170721 DTSTAMP:20261115T142551 CREATED:20170720T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101146Z UID:29737-1500508800-1500595199@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Mt Washington DESCRIPTION: URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt_washington-11876/ CATEGORIES:Climbs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170722 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170723 DTSTAMP:20261115T142551 CREATED:20170323T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101123Z UID:29561-1500681600-1500767999@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Three Fingered Jack Geology DESCRIPTION:We will hike the PCT for about 7 miles past the west side of Jack up to a pass for lunch. We will have a nice view of Canyon Creek meadows and the amazing volcanic geology on the east side of Jack. On the way\, we will pass through an old burn area with some wild flowers and bird habitat. We will be hiking at a moderate pace with several stops for water\, snacks and photography. Two liters of water recommended to prevent dehydration and cramps. Meetup/Departure Location: ShopKo Coburg Rd/Chad Dr\,(btwn ShopKo & Taco Bell) URL:https://obsidians.org/event/three_fingered_jack_geology-11778/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170722 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170723 DTSTAMP:20261115T142551 CREATED:20170419T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101132Z UID:29625-1500681600-1500767999@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Vivian Lake DESCRIPTION:We’ll drive up to the Salt Creek Falls parking lot\, and admire waterfalls all day: first Salt Creek Falls itself\, then Diamond Creek Falls\, and then the tumbling cascades of Fall Creek up to Fall Creek Falls. The trail is fairly steep in places. Then another mile or so will lead us to lunch at Vivian Lake. \nIn normal years\, this date would be too late for the rhodies to be blooming\, but also too late for mosquitoes–but this year\, all bets are off. Come prepared for possible mosquitoes\, and we’ll hope that discourages them! URL:https://obsidians.org/event/vivian_lake-11812/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170722T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170723T235959 DTSTAMP:20261115T142551 CREATED:20170220T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101102Z UID:29401-1500681600-1500854399@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Mount Adams- Mazama Glacier DESCRIPTION:This is the Mazama Glacier route on Mt. Adams. It is a basic glacier climb\, but one not to be underestimated. This route involves 3\,300ft of roped glacier travel on a 35-40 degree slope. Expect real crevasse danger\, exposure\, and altitude. Also expect a great\, relatively local glacier climb with far fewer people than the standard route on Adams. \nWe will get an early start from Eugene on Saturday morning to allow time for permits and travel to the Yakima nation side of Mt. Adams. The approach road is a rough\, 1 lane gravel road. We’ll hike in on the first day to Sunrise camp at 8\,300 ft. We’ll plan on a quick ‘night’ of rest and get up early for an alpine start (around 2am). On Sunday we’ll aim to reach the summit\, return back to camp to pack up\, hike back to our cars\, and drive back to Eugene. Expect a late arrival back to Eugene on Sunday night. \nFor this climb\, you should be confident in your self arrest and knowledgeable about basic rope team travel. Meetup/Departure Location: ShopKo Coburg Rd/Chad Dr\,(btwn ShopKo & Taco Bell) URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mount_adams-_mazama_glacier-11691/ CATEGORIES:Climbs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170723 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170724 DTSTAMP:20261115T142551 CREATED:20170310T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101113Z UID:29487-1500768000-1500854399@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Florence Barefoot Beach Hike DESCRIPTION:We were designed to walk barefoot but evolved to shoe wearing creatures. Barefoot hiking is candid way to feel the earth under your feet. Join me at Florence’s South Jetty on Obsidian’s first barefoot hiking experience.\nLet’s feel the sand!\nNote: There are many health benefits and some risks associated with going barefoot. Please use common sense.\nCarry sandals or (and) thick socks and use in case you are unable to handle sand under your feet.\nWARNING: High wind advisory: 15-25 mph winds expected. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/florence_barefoot_beach_hike-11739/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170723 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170724 DTSTAMP:20261115T142551 CREATED:20170516T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101137Z UID:29665-1500768000-1500854399@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Lowder Mountain DESCRIPTION:This will be an easy to moderate paced hike. We will start hiking uphill on switchbacks in the shade of a Douglas fir forest. Then we will traverse the slope and pass by three meadows with occasional views of the Cascades. There will be a steep uphill climb for 1/2 a mile before crossing a flat plain to the east side of Lowder Mountain. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/lowder_mountain-11838/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170725 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170726 DTSTAMP:20261115T142551 CREATED:20170331T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101124Z UID:29569-1500940800-1501027199@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Camas Country Schoolhouse DESCRIPTION:Meet at the Amazon Community Center\, Eugene. We’ll start riding at 9:00am\, Obsidian time. The route is 38 miles mostly flat. Make sure that your bike is in working order\, tires inflated\, chain lubed and you have a spare tube and air pump. Our first stop will be at Camas Country Schoolhouse Bakery. Then we will proceed to Orchard Point at Fern Ridge Lake for lunch. In case the weather forecast does not look promising\, I will change the date of the ride and let you know. Here’s the route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/19653386 URL:https://obsidians.org/event/camas_country_schoolhouse-11782/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170725 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170726 DTSTAMP:20261115T142551 CREATED:20170718T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101145Z UID:29733-1500940800-1501027199@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Patterson Mountain DESCRIPTION:This is a close in hike off Hwy 58. We will hike pass the Lone Wolf Shelter that is set along a large meadow. The trail easily graded up to the top which gives you a great view of the South Fork of the Willamette River drainage. There should also be some wild flowers to view. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/patterson_mountain-11874/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170726 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170727 DTSTAMP:20261115T142551 CREATED:20170104T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101048Z UID:29287-1501027200-1501113599@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Spencer Butte West Trail DESCRIPTION:We will continue our work to sweep the summit steps\, clear drainage along the West Trail\, and clean the kiosk. \nMeet at the main Willamette Street Trailhead parking lot\, the paved on Willamette. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte__west_trail-11631/ CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170726 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170727 DTSTAMP:20261115T142551 CREATED:20170317T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101120Z UID:29537-1501027200-1501113599@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte DESCRIPTION:This is our weekly aerobic hike starting at Martin Street Trailhead to Fox Hollow\, and to the summit of Spencer Butte. It is a steady pace. We start promptly at 8:15AM so come a few minutes early to check in. Appropriate clothing for the weather. Currently\, parts of trail are muddy. \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. Please call the leader if any questions. One can take LTD Bus #28 to Martin Street. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-11766/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170727 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170728 DTSTAMP:20261115T142551 CREATED:20170409T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101127Z UID:29587-1501113600-1501199999@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Canyon Creek Meadows DESCRIPTION:Canyon Creek Meadows offers an initially easy access to Cascade Alpine wildflower meadows. We will begin the hike at Jack Lake on a loop. Because of the many wildflower enthusiast that the trail is shared with we will go clockwise. After 1.7 miles at the lower meadow we will take a spur trail to the upper meadow where we an enjoy the wildflowers while having lunch. Returning to where we left the loop we continue on passing two waterfalls and back to the cars. The pace for the hike will be moderate with time for wildflower appreciation. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/canyon_creek_meadows-11791/ CATEGORIES:Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170729 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170730 DTSTAMP:20261115T142551 CREATED:20170513T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101136Z UID:29663-1501286400-1501372799@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Mt Thielsen DESCRIPTION:Known as the “lightning rod of the Cascades\,” Mt Thielsen is also the only viewpoint from which one can sometimes spot Crater Lake. Expect heat\, sun exposure\, possible mosquitos\, but gorgeous views and great company! Bring extra water and snacks in case we are waiting for other climbers at the summit pinnacle. \nWe will approach via the standard West Ridge route. Roughly 3800 ft elevation gain. Five mile approach: four miles on trail\, one additional mile to the summit. Approach is steep and scrambly\, with some loose rock/scree and some larger boulder-type rocks. Climbers will likely ascend the summit pinnacle on a fixed line\, and rappel from the top. \nCarpools will meet at 4:15am\, depart at 4:30am. Leader will contact climbers the week of the climb to check in about weather and gear\, coordinate driving\, and any other necessary details. URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt_thielsen-11836/ CATEGORIES:Climbs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170729T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170730T235959 DTSTAMP:20261115T142551 CREATED:20170220T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101103Z UID:29415-1501286400-1501459199@obsidians.org SUMMARY:Mt McLoughlin DESCRIPTION: URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt_mcloughlin-11699/ CATEGORIES:Climbs END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR