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Moderate TrRun—Mt. Pisgah —Wednesday, June 19, 2013
Leader: Dave Beardsley
Obsidian Trail Run #19
Three buttes run.
We will meet at the North Pisgah parking lot. Run up to the north butte and the tree swing, then around the back and up the middle butte and on up to the Mt Pisgah summit. Three buttes. Great views.
Difficult Bike—Scio Covered Bridges—Thursday, June 20, 2013
Leader: Richard Hughes
This is a rural ride on country roads with little traffic. We'll cross five covered bridges during the ride and stopping at one to eat lunch, so you'll need to bring a sack lunch.
Moderate Hike—Mt. Pisgah Summer Solstice—Friday, June 21, 2013
Leader: Janet Jacobsen
Sunset: 8:59 pm and Moonrise: 7:14pm. It is not a full moon. I'm allowing plenty of time to hike to the top and celebrate. There could be lots of people wanting to view the the sun's rays light up the slots in the Sighting Pedestal
It takes me around 45 minutes.
You will need a parking permit. I can meet people at LCC parking lot. -- email me so we can set a time.
jbjacobsen@comcast.
Moderate Hike—Crabtree Valley—Saturday, June 22, 2013
Leader: Darko Sojak
Let’s meet at the Shopko parking lot on Coburg Road.
We will drive to the Safeway in Sweet Home to stop for refreshments and a break, and continue further northeast. From the trailhead, we will hike down to a beautiful valley with a sparkling lake ringed by huge firs and cedars.
Optional 0.5 miles hike to cliff-edge viewpoint and giant trees.
On the way back we will stop in Brownsville for ice cream.
Note: this is an Exploratory Trip. The leader has never hiked this trail.
Moderate Hike—Tire Mountain—Sunday, June 23, 2013
Leader: Lana Lindstrom
Wildflowers, wildflowers, wildflowers! There should be plenty for us to admire and identify along the trail. This hike is in the Oakridge area, relatively close in. The amount of wildflowers rivals Iron Mountain (and it's a much shorter drive), but there is no view at the top. The hike is described in Sullivan's Central Cascades book.
Moderate Hike—Iron Mountain—Tuesday, June 25, 2013
Leader: Marianne Camp
We will complete a loop, first hiking up through trees, across meadows of wildflowers and up to the top. The vista view is worth the extra effort. Lunch will be spent enjoying this view as well as the company of fellow hikers. The wildflowers depend on the weather. What we see, and the amount, will depend on the weather. This is a great hike but a bit strenuous. You must be in good shape to complete the loop.
—Obsidian Summer Trip Leader Orientation—Tuesday, June 25, 2013
Leader: Tom Musselwhite
Basic Information for Obsidian Summer Trip Leaders. Great for new Leaders who are considering Leading an Obsidian Summer Trip. Ask questions, find out how to upload photos to Trip photo albums. Be prepared to walk a mile and back.
Online Registration required, or call Tom at 541-461-3296 to register.
Difficult Hike—CONDITIONING HIKE-Spencer Butte—Tuesday, June 25, 2013
Leader: Dalen Willhite
This is a CONDITIONING HIKE meant to be difficult and to be exercise for upcoming pack trips and climbs. I will keep a fast pace and pack weight similar to what I would pack during a climb (maybe more). Not all of us can get out of town for all day trips on the weekends, so this is for folks looking to take advantage of the long days. We will be meeting at the Willamette and 52nd Trailhead to start hiking at 6 pm. From the Willamette TH, we will hike to the Spencer Butte TH, up the steep route to the top, then return to the Willamette TH via the the 'less steep' route. I expect to return before dark, but bring a headlamp just in case.
Moderate Hike—Amazon Headwaters/Spencer Butte—Wednesday, June 26, 2013
Leader: Janet Jacobsen
NOTE TIME CHANGE. Hiking at a steady pace for 3.2 miles to the top of the Butte on Wednesday mornings is a good way to get in shape. We started the Wednesday hikes in March. We will meet at the Kiosk on Martin Street across from Canyon Drive. Take West Amazon to Martin, turn left on Martin, drive past the playground and then find look for the kiosk. We will hike up the Amazon Headwaters Trail to the Ridgeline Trail, cross Fox Hollow and continue on the Ridgeline Trail. We will hike 1 1/2 hours to the top of Spencer Butte. We will be back at our cars by 11:00. I hope that there some members will want to share the leadership roles as we organize the Wednesday hikes . It is a good workout for summer hikes.We are in trees most of the way but you will need sun protection on top. Bus #28 stops on Martin Street.
Moderate TrRun—Spencer Butte—Wednesday, June 26, 2013
Leader: Dave Beardsley
Obsidian Trail Run #20
Spencer Butte up, over and around.
Meet at the north trail head on Willamette Blvd. We will car shuttle to the south trail head parking lot (main) to begin our run. Up the West Side trail, then down the main trail to the Tie-In trail at the saddle. Then down and around the east side of the mountain back to the cars.
Moderate Hike—Macduff Mountain—Friday, June 28, 2013
Leader: Janet Jacobsen
This is the 82nd anniversary hike celebrating a 1931 and 1992 June 28th hike to Macduff Mountain. In 1931, 24
Obsidians hiked in 9 miles to place a plaque honoring Nelson Macduff but they placed it on the wrong peak. In 1992,
Obsidians rededicated the plaque on the correct peak. The trail intersects the old logging road several times. We will
drive 4.9 miles on a steep logging one lane road to a wide spot on the road where we can park. We will then hike on the road and trails to the top. The trail with stone retaining walls is amazing and the view of the mountains is spectacular. I'll have lots of Obsidian and Macduff history to share. The #411 logging road is near Cougar Reservoir.If the weather isn't going to cooperate for the spectacular views, I will probably reschedule. The trips was changed from difficult to moderate when I decided not to go on to McLennan Peak-- another 2 miles.
Moderate Hike—Boulder Creek—Saturday, June 29, 2013
Leader: Randall Sinnott
From Soda Spgs. trailhead on N. Umpqua. Hike is 8.9 mile loop with 1100 foot elevation gain (moderate); I'm considering a .6 mile round trip to Umpqua Hot Springs after. This is a wilderness area, established in 1984. Since I last visited in the early 90's, there have been two burns in the area, the most recent in 2008. The area is known for its natural stands of Ponderosa pine (unusual west of the Cascade crest), and volcanic rock spires.
Moderate Hike—Iron Mountain—Saturday, June 29, 2013
Leader: Becky Lipton
Lovely and varied wildflower hike with views from the old fire look out location at the top of Iron Mountain. This is one of the premier wildflower hikes and also features an unusual number of trees and other plant species that are rare or unusual in the Western Cascades. With such warm and dry weather this spring, the wildflowers may be in full display by late June this year
Moderate Hike—Yoran Lake—Saturday, June 29, 2013
Leader: Laurie Funkhouser
Will leave from Odell Lake up to Yoran Lake. There may be mosquitoes - come prepared! From Yoran Lake plan to bushwhack the short distance through Lils Lake to connect to the PCT to see Hidden Lake, Arrowhead Lake, Midnight Lake. Returning to Odell Lake and, if time permits, take a few minutes at the Lodge. The trail may be dusty, wet, mosquitoes, etc.
Difficult Hike—Goodman Cr to Eagles Rest—Sunday, June 30, 2013
Leader: Judy Terry
Walk through an old-growth Douglas fir forest to a small waterfall. Proceed through the forest and finally to a small skunk cabbage marsh at the Ash Swale Shelter. The final portion of the hike is up to the rocky Eagles Rest summit. It looks out over Lost Creek Valley. This will be at a moderate pace with a few stops for clothing changes/ water/ snacks. Lunch will be at the top ( if sunny) or at the Shelter ( if raining).
A good training hike for Summer Camp!
Easy Hike—Get Acquainted Hike - Ribbon Trail—Sunday, June 30, 2013
Leader: Janet Jacobsen
Meet at the Obsidian Lodge to hike the Ribbon Trail to Hendricks Park plus the section that loops to 30th around the lodge.
You can also visit the lodge. There are some amazing historical photographs and artwork. Enjoy cold lemonade. Directions to the lodge are on our website. Drive past the Laurelwood Golf course and turn right on Spring Blvd. The lodge is at the end of Spring Blvd. (around 29th and Central).
Easy Hike—Get Acquainted Hike - Ribbon Trail—Sunday, June 30, 2013
Leader: Jorry Rolfe
We will meet at the Obsidian Lodge to hike the Ribbon Trail to Hendricks Park, plus we will hike the section that loops to 30th Avenue around the lodge. Please allow time to also visit the lodge after our hike and enjoy cool lemonade. There are some amazing historical photographsand artwork.
Directions to the lodge are on ourwebsite. Drive past the Laurelwood Golf course and turn right on Spring
Blvd. The lodge is at the end of Spring Blvd. (around 29th and Central).
The trail has loose gravel so shoes with some tread work better. Water, appropriate clothing for weather.
Moderate Hike—Amazon Headwaters/Spencer Butte—Wednesday, July 3, 2013
Leader: Janet Jacobsen
NOTE TIME CHANGE. Hiking at a steady pace for 3.2 miles to the top of the Butte on Wednesday mornings is a good way to get in shape. We started the Wednesday hikes in March. We will meet at the Kiosk on Martin Street across from Canyon Drive. Take West Amazon to Martin, turn left on Martin, drive past the playground and then find look for the kiosk. We will hike up the Amazon Headwaters Trail to the Ridgeline Trail, cross Fox Hollow and continue on the Ridgeline Trail. We will hike 1 1/2 hours to the top of Spencer Butte. We will be back at our cars by 11:00. I hope that there some members will want to share the leadership roles as we organize the Wednesday hikes . It is a good workout for summer hikes.We are in trees most of the way but you will need sun protection on top. Bus #28 stops on Martin Street.
Moderate TrRun—Mt. Pisgah —Wednesday, July 3, 2013
Leader: Dave Beardsley
Loop of the day to be determined at the main parking lot depending on the size and strength of the group.
Moderate Hike—Olallie Mountain—Friday, July 5, 2013
Leader: Chris Stockdale
A relatively easy hike to one of the few remaining lookout buildings in the 3 Sisters Wilderness . The trail heads through a forest of Douglas fir and hemlocks before climbing up to the lookout. There should be plenty of wildflowers including bear grass, Cascade lilies and rhododendrons.
Moderate TrRun—Mt. Pisgah —Wednesday, July 10, 2013
Leader: Dave Beardsley
Loop of the day to be determined at the main parking lot depending on the size and strength of the group.
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