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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171130T000000
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DTSTAMP:20261115T113137
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SUMMARY:Shore Acres Christmas Lights
DESCRIPTION:We will the load bus at 8:30 a.m. and depart at 9:00 on this trip to see the spectacular colored lights display in Shore Acres State Park.  Our route will take us down I-5 to Hwy. 38\, through Drain\, Reedsport and down Hwy. 101 to Coos Bay.  Bring a sack lunch to be enjoyed at one of the stops along the way.  We hope to see some of the resident elk at the Dean Creek Elk Viewing area.  There will be a few more pull-off stops prior to arriving at the Mill Creek Casino in Coos Bay\, our overnight destination.  Following early check in and dinner (included) we plan to leave before 6:00 p.m. for Shore Acres via the Charleston area.  Entry cost to the park is also included in cost of the trip.  There will be ample time to tour the lighted grounds\, enjoy the animation and see the decorated house.    Christmas goodies will be shared on the way back to the Casino.  Allowing time for a leisurely breakfast at the Casino\, we will load the bus at 9:00 a.m. and depart at 9:30.  We will travel north on 101 with a stop at Old Town Florence on the waterfront.  There will be time for some holiday shopping and lunch (on your own) before departing for home around 2:30 p.m.  Heading inland on Hwy. 126\, we expect to arrive back at Shopko by 4:30 p.m.\nPlease make checks payable to:  Obsidians Bus Trips Account\nCost:  Members $174.00    Nonmembers $178.00 Due November 10\nRESERVATIONS & MAIL CHECKS TO:  Judy Phelps 541-726-0118\n2774 Viewmont Ave.\, Springfield\, OR 97477
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/shore_acres_christmas_lights-11669/
CATEGORIES:Bus Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171203
DTSTAMP:20261115T113137
CREATED:20171120T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101211Z
UID:29923-1512172800-1512259199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Blanton Ridge - Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:Decent pace hike up to the top of Spencer Butte and back down.  Maybe go to Friendly Street Market afterwards.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/blanton_ridge_-_spencer_butte-11979/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171203
DTSTAMP:20261115T113137
CREATED:20171129T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101215Z
UID:29953-1512172800-1512259199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mt Pisgah
DESCRIPTION:Description:  Turn right at the sign for West Summit Trailhead and follow pay fee signs. We meet near the gate and pay station. If you don’t have a Lane County permit\, allow time to purchase one at the pay station by trailhead. Depending on weather\, I plan to take back trails to the summit\, avoiding the main trail #1. Mileage and elevation could vary but around 6 miles at a moderate steady pace.   Estimated time is  2 1/2- 3 hours .
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt_pisgah-11996/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171204
DTSTAMP:20261115T113137
CREATED:20171121T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101213Z
UID:29933-1512259200-1512345599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Eugene Mural Walk
DESCRIPTION:### UPDATE: Since this is a larger group we can spread out as we walk.  I’ll print some extra maps and descriptions for folks to share. Temperatures will be in the mid 40s\, plan for rain. ### \nLet’s explore Eugene’s new colorful murals (info at 20x21eug.com). \nWe’ll depart from the Kiva grocery store located next to the downtown bus station (11th & Olive). Our walking route will pass eleven murals of the 20×21 Eugene Mural Project and include about 2.5 miles of of hiking. We’ll end the walk about 11:30am at Sizzle Pie Pizza (Willamette and Broadway)\, just a block north of the bus station. If the weather warrants we’ll make a stop for a hot beverage.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/eugene_mural_walk-11985/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171207
DTSTAMP:20261115T113137
CREATED:20171016T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101159Z
UID:29841-1512518400-1512604799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hdwtrs/Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:SNACKS WILL BE PROVIDED. 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. Call the leader if you have questions.\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-11933/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171209
DTSTAMP:20261115T113137
CREATED:20171116T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101210Z
UID:29911-1512691200-1512777599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mt Pisgah
DESCRIPTION:Description:  Turn right at the sign for West Summit Trailhead and follow pay fee signs. We meet near the gate and pay station. If you don’t have a Lane County permit\, allow time to purchase one at the pay station by trailhead. Depending on weather\, I plan to take back trails to the summit\, avoiding the main trail #1. Mileage and elevation  could vary but around 6 miles at a steady pace.   Estimated time is 3 hours so bring snacks.   Email me at jbjacobsen@comcast.net if you have questions.   \nI plan to take #5\, #56\, #6\, #2 to the summit.  The route  is longer and harder than taking the main trail to the summit. Perhaps you will spy a gabion or the red berries on a madrone tree.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt_pisgah-11971/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171210
DTSTAMP:20261115T113137
CREATED:20171029T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101207Z
UID:29891-1512777600-1512863999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Full Ridgeline Out & Back
DESCRIPTION:An opportunity to see the entirety of the Ridgeline including the relatively newer portion between Fox Hollow and Dillard Rd. We will hike to the Spring Boulevard trailhead and back\, stopping for lunch on the return leg. The hike is rated as difficult because of the presence of four separate climbing segments including Janet Jacobsen’s favorite\, the Blanton summit! We will not include the hike to the top of Spencer Butte. Leader phone: 541-953-5679
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/full_ridgeline_out__back-11959/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171211
DTSTAMP:20261115T113137
CREATED:20171012T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101157Z
UID:29827-1512864000-1512950399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Cummins Creek Loop
DESCRIPTION:WEATHER NOTE: MAY BE FOG. TRULY 0% PROBABILITY OF RAIN.  Cummins Creek Loop climbs right from the Cape Perpetua visitor center for about 3 miles\, gaining about 1000′ to the junction with Gwynn Creek Trail.  Continuing past Gwynn Creek\, we climb a little more and then start a long\, gentle descent back to the Oregon Coast Trail\, taking the OCT back to the Center. Lunch is on an overlook at the beginning of the descent.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/cummins_creek_loop-11924/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171212
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171213
DTSTAMP:20261115T113137
CREATED:20171019T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101205Z
UID:29877-1513036800-1513123199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Stocking Stuffer & Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Meeting place is the Obsidian lodge.See home page for directions to lodge.  Please sign up. Space is limited.  If questions\, email jbjacobsen@comcast.net   Joella Ewing and Janet Jacobsen are leading a three mile hike from the lodge on the Ribbon Trail  from with a followup bowl of soup at the Lodge. If you don’t want to hike\, the lodge will be open for you to visit\, help with the potluck and/or take  the self guided art tour. Bring  your plate\, bowl\, and utensils. Instead of trip fees bring a pair of new inexpensive wool socks to be donated to the Egan Warming Centers. Last year we collected over 100 pairs of socks.  Call Joella at 344-9197 if you can help with the potluck soup luncheon. This the fourth annual hike and lunch.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/stocking_stuffer__lunch-11952/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171213
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171214
DTSTAMP:20261115T113137
CREATED:20171016T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101200Z
UID:29843-1513123200-1513209599@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. Call the leader if you have questions.\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-11934/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171217
DTSTAMP:20261115T113137
CREATED:20171116T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101211Z
UID:29921-1513382400-1513468799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mt. Pisgah
DESCRIPTION:NOTE TIME DEPARTURE CHANGE for 9:00 : The Ducks are playing in a bowl game at 12:30pm.\nDirection to parking lot:   Turn right at the sign for West Summit Trailhead and follow pay fee signs. We meet near the gate and pay station. If you don’t have a Lane County permit\, allow time to purchase one at the pay station by trailhead. Depending on weather\, I plan to take back trails to the summit\, avoiding the main trail #1. Pace will be moderate steady. I plan  to take a longer way to the summit (4.8 miles -Trail 5\, 56\, 6 & 2) From the summit  one can take the main trail #1 (1 1/2 miles)  back to the cars for a total of 6 miles  or continue  on north on 4 and 3 to the north trailhead for a total  of 7.4 miles.   Estimated time  for the longer option is 3 hours so bring snacks.    Email me at jbjacobsen@comcast.net if you have questions.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt-_pisgah-11976/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171217
DTSTAMP:20261115T113137
CREATED:20171120T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101212Z
UID:29925-1513382400-1513468799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Blanton Ridge - Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:Decent pace hike up to the top of Spencer Butte and back down.  Maybe go to Friendly Street Market afterwards.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/blanton_ridge_-_spencer_butte-11980/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171218
DTSTAMP:20261115T113137
CREATED:20171206T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101217Z
UID:29973-1513468800-1513555199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Walterville Pond & Canal
DESCRIPTION:Nice\, flat hike close to town on a mix of paved & compacted gravel surfaces. We will circle the pond first\, then cross the highway to travel east for 2 miles along the EWEB canal\, returning on the same path. The EWEB road runs right along the canal with beautiful\, picturesque farmland and foothills on the opposite side making this a pleasant hike.  We may see waterfowl\, eagles\, beaver\, nutria\, muskrats\, or deer on this hike.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/walterville_pond__canal-12006/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171219
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171220
DTSTAMP:20261115T113137
CREATED:20171205T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101217Z
UID:29971-1513641600-1513727999@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:McDonald Forest
DESCRIPTION:We will  drive north of Corvallis to Northwest Lester Avenue to  Chip Ross Park parking lot.   We will hike up Dan’s Trail to  the 1\,495 ft. Dimple Hill (7.6 miles round trip) and then a 1.5 mile loop trail to Ross Park . Our group will stay together since there many intersections.  From there  we can enjoy a view of Corvallis and take time to see the memorial for Willi Unsoeld who died in an avalanch on Mt. Rainier in 1979.  Willie  climbed with the Obsidians. One of the climbs was North Sister with Bob and Laurence Moffitt in 1942.  In 1963 Willie made the first ascent of Mt. Everest’s West Ridge.\n For more information about the area\, see Sullivan’ Oregon Coast and Coast Range hiking book.  The McDonald Forest was donated to the OSU College of Forestry by Mary McDonald in 1925 for the purpose of strengthening the forestry program
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mcdonald_forest-12005/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171220
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171221
DTSTAMP:20261115T113137
CREATED:20171016T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101200Z
UID:29845-1513728000-1513814399@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. Call the leader if you have questions.\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-11935/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171221
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171222
DTSTAMP:20261115T113137
CREATED:20171015T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101159Z
UID:29839-1513814400-1513900799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Pisgah Winter Solstice
DESCRIPTION:Look for the yellow fee box. I’ll try to have my car in the row below so that is is easy for us to meet\, sign up. etc.   Sunset is at 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.  I’ve given us an hour to so that we hike up Trail 7 and 4 to the summit.   We won’t linger after sunset but quickly head down so that we have some light on the trail. If it rains\, it will be a quick trip up and down on the main trail.  Bring headlamps.  It is National Flashlight Day.   Two of our members are in a holiday concert at Wildiish Theater at 7:30 so the pizza option probably won’t work.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/pisgah_winter_solstice-11932/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171222
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171223
DTSTAMP:20261115T113137
CREATED:20171120T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101212Z
UID:29931-1513900800-1513987199@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Carry Cans - Food For Lane County
DESCRIPTION:Departure place: Lane County Fairgrounds Gate F by footbridge.  \nDescription:  Meet at the Lane County Fairgrounds at Gate F by footbridge\, south of events center. Easiest parking is  the lot on the south side of the footbridge accessed by taking 18th Street going west\, and turning south/right   past the Catholic School on Friendly Street.  Carry cans on the 3 mile walk from the fairground to Food for Lane County at 770 Bailey Hill Road.  Then we retrace our trips arriving back at the Fairgrounds for the Holiday Market and lunch.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/carry_cans_-_food_for_lane_county-11984/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171224
DTSTAMP:20261115T113137
CREATED:20171106T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101208Z
UID:29903-1513987200-1514073599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Midnight Lake
DESCRIPTION:We’ll warm-up with the flat ski in to Pengra Pass.  Then we’ll turn to climb up the PCT to Midnight Lake\, where we’ll have lunch if it’s not too early (bring extra food for the jays!).  Then we’ll backtrack a short distance to continue on the rolling terrain through  the woods to Abernathy Road\, which goes past Bechtel Shelter (an alternate lunch spot).  If the trail has been broken\, from here it’s a quick glide down the road back to Pengra Pass\, followed by the flat tramp back to the Sno-Park. \nThis is a good moderate trail\, but not suitable for beginners.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/midnight_lake-11965/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171224
DTSTAMP:20261115T113137
CREATED:20171116T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101210Z
UID:29913-1513987200-1514073599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mt. Pisgah
DESCRIPTION:Description:  Turn right at the sign for West Summit Trailhead and follow pay fee signs. Look for the yellow fee box. I’ll try to have my car in the row below so that is is easy for us to meet\, sign up. etc. If you don’t have a Lane County permit\, allow time to purchase one at the pay station by trailhead. Depending on weather\, I plan to take back trails to the summit\, avoiding the main trail #1. Mileage and elevation  could vary but around 6 miles to 7.4 at a steady pace.   Estimated time is 3 hours so bring snacks.  Once we reach the summit\, you have the option of going back down on the main trail for total of 6 miles or continuing on to north trailhead for a total of 7.4 miles.    Email me at jbjacobsen@comcast.net if you have questions.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt-_pisgah-11972/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171224
DTSTAMP:20261115T113137
CREATED:20171212T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101220Z
UID:29995-1513987200-1514073599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Blanton-Dillard-Blanton
DESCRIPTION:This will be an easier variation of our typical Blanton – Spencer hike with less climbing. Starting at the Blanton trailhead\, we will hike the Ridgeline Trail\, crossing Willamette\, and instead of going up the Tie Trail to Spencer\, we will continue on the Ridgeline Trail\, crossing Fox Hollow\, and continuing on towards Dillard Road on the upper trail. Near Dillard\, we will divert down to the lower trail back to Fox Hollow\, continuing across Willamette\, and back to the Blanton trailhead. After the hike\, we might want to stop at Friendly Street Deli for coffee and/or lunch.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/blanton-dillard-blanton-12017/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171226
DTSTAMP:20261115T113137
CREATED:20171130T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101215Z
UID:29955-1514160000-1514246399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Spencer Butte
DESCRIPTION:A fast-paced hike departing promptly @ 10am\, no stops\, up and back in 2 hrs 15 min.\nPlease arrive a few minutes early to sign in.\nWill be cancelled in the event of ice or snow.\nCALL or TEXT leader if questions.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/spencer_butte-11997/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171227
DTSTAMP:20261115T113137
CREATED:20171019T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101204Z
UID:29875-1514246400-1514332799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Gillespie Butte
DESCRIPTION:MEETING PLACE: River Play Discovery Playground at 248 Cheshire. There is a large parking lot.  Walk from there on the river path through Valley River Parking lot and city streets up  to Gillespie Butte and Cemetery. Return the same way and then hike to the top of Skinner Butte. The trip will take around 3 1/2 hours. If raining\, I’ll shorten or reschedule.  Perhaps 5th Street Market for lunch.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/gillespie_butte-11951/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171227
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171228
DTSTAMP:20261115T113137
CREATED:20171016T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101200Z
UID:29847-1514332800-1514419199@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. Call the leader if you have questions.\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-11936/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171228
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171229
DTSTAMP:20261115T113137
CREATED:20171227T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101223Z
UID:30017-1514419200-1514505599@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Litter Pick-up
DESCRIPTION:Litter pickup hike with car shuttle.  Slow paced hike as we look for litter.  We will meet at the Ridgeline trailhead on Willamette and 52nd Street and shuttle to the main parking lot on Willamette.  From there we will hike up to the top of Spencer Butte picking up litter as we go\, head down from the summit and take the trail to 52nd Street.   \nMeet at trailhead on Willamette and 52nd Street at 9:00 am.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/litter_pick-up-12029/
CATEGORIES:Trail Maintenance
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171230
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171231
DTSTAMP:20261115T113137
CREATED:20171116T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101210Z
UID:29915-1514592000-1514678399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Mt. Pisgah
DESCRIPTION:Direction to parking lot:   Turn right at the sign for West Summit Trailhead and follow pay fee signs. Look for the yellow fee box. I’ll try to have my car in the row below so that is is easy for us to meet\, sign up. etc.If you don’t have a Lane County permit\, allow time to purchase one at the pay station by trailhead. Depending on weather\, I plan to take back trails to the summit\, avoiding the main trail #1. Pace will be moderate steady. I plan  to take a longer way to the summit (4.8 miles -Trail 5\, 56\, 6 & 2) From the summit  one can take the main trail #1 (1 1/2 miles)  back to the cars for a total of 6 miles  or continue  on north on 4 and 3 to the north trailhead for a total  of 7.4 miles.   Estimated time  for the longer option is 3 hours so bring snacks.    Email me at jbjacobsen@comcast.net if you have questions.   I’ll make adjustments for the weather.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/mt-_pisgah-11973/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171230
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171231
DTSTAMP:20261115T113137
CREATED:20171227T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101223Z
UID:30015-1514592000-1514678399@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Blanton Hts - Spencer
DESCRIPTION:Typical Smith Blanton-Spencer.  Steady pace and we meet at the top. Then steady pace down and to Friendly Street market if interested.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/blanton_hts_-_spencer-12028/
CATEGORIES:Trips
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180101
DTSTAMP:20261115T113137
CREATED:20171018T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101204Z
UID:29873-1514678400-1514764799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Walking Through The Solar System
DESCRIPTION:**Departs From: Day Island Road parking lot\, Eugene**\nWALKING THROUGH THE SOLAR SYSTEM – Third annual New Years’ Eve day hike.\nWe will start by walking by Mars\, then Earth/Moon\, Venus \, Mercury and the Sun.  Then we will cross de Fazio Bridge and walk on the south bank of the Willamette out to Neptune and return.  Those who wish to leave early can\, but you have to see 5 planets to get hiking credit!!!!!!! [Note: if you see some in the morning sky before dawn\, they count!!!!!]  It’s a good way to see something unique and educational\, created by Jack van Dusen\, and one can leave at Valley River for lunch\, should they get tired. Expected finish: Noon
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/walking_through_the_solar_system-11950/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180101
DTSTAMP:20261115T113137
CREATED:20171218T080000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101221Z
UID:29997-1514678400-1514764799@obsidians.org
SUMMARY:Elijah Bristow State Park
DESCRIPTION:Hike along the Middle Fork of the Willamette River from Elijah-Bristow State Park to Dexter Dam.  This trail is generally flat\, and for the most part is close to one of the meandering channels of the Willamette River.  We can expect to see beaver (or at least signs of them)\, eagles\, hawks\, waterfowl\, newts\, etc. \n**I scouted this route on 12/23 and trail was generally dry.  Some sections have lots of river rock in the trail; some are covered in wet\, decomposing leaves.  I cleared some downed branches and blackberry vines along the route.
URL:https://obsidians.org/event/elijah_bristow_state_park-12018/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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