Joining in Obsidian Activities As a Guest
The best way to get involved with the Obsidians is take part in some of our activities. We offer a wide variety of outdoor related activities for a variety of skill and fitness levels. These include hikes, climbs, cross country ski trips, backpacks, bus trips and other outdoor sports. We also have a potluck each month that features a slideshow by a member or a guest presenter. Guests are welcome at all of our activities. The trip fee for guests is $5 for hikes and ski trips, $15 for climbs or $1 for potlucks, plus a car pooling fee to the driver of $.07/mile if driving is involved.
In the lower right portion of our Home Page are several ways to access our schedule that may help you decide which of our many activities you would like to try. A simple, print friendly schedule of upcoming events can be accessed here. Some trips, specifically hikes/backpacks are rated - the following ratings may help you select the perfect trip:
| Hikes | Snow Shoe | X-Country Ski | Downhill Ski | Bike Trips | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dist (Mi) | Elev (Ft) | Dist (Mi) | Elev (Ft) | Dist (Mi) | Elev (Ft) | Dist (Mi) | Elev (Ft) | Dist (Mi) | Elev (Ft) | |
| Easy | ≤ 5 | ≤ 1000 | ≤ 3 | ≤ 400 | ≤ 4 | ≤ 400 | Green Circles | ≤ 20 | ≤ 1000 | |
| Moderate | > 5 | > 1000 | > 3 | > 400 | > 4 | > 400 | Blue Squares | > 20 | > 1000 | |
| < 10 | < 2500 | < 6 | < 1000 | < 8 | < 1000 | < 40 | < 2500 | |||
| Difficult | ≥ 10 | ≥ 2500 | ≥ 6 | ≥ 1000 | ≥ 8 | ≥ 1000 | Black Diamonds | ≥ 40 | ≥ 2500 | |
Signup for most activities is at our bulletin board in the Eugene YMCA at 2055 Patterson (go in the north door, go past the first door to your left, watch the wall to your left). The signup sheet for an activity usually goes up a week or so before a trip with details of the trip, the trip leaders name and phone number. You are encouraged to call the leader, especially if you have questions about the trip.
When you decide to go on an activity with the Obsidians, your enjoyment and safety, as
well as the enjoyment and safety of the entire group are of utmost importance.
In addition to consulting the trip leader about your trip, here are some links
that may be helpful in preparing for your trip:
The 10
Essentials - what you should have with you on hikes to be prepared for
emergencies.
Are You Prepared For An Obsidian
Trip? 
Winter Trip Guide
Becoming a Member of the Obsidians
To become an Active Member of the Obsidians, you must:
-
Complete at least three trips, three bus trips or one
climb to the summit of a major peak, taken with the Obsidians and designated by
the Trips Committee, Bus Committee or the Climbing Committee as qualifying. Trips to fulfill
this requirement must be made during the twelve-month period
preceding the filing of the application for Active status.
- Submit an Application for Membership giving dates and trips in support of the application
and signed by two active members, along with $30 first year dues.
- Be elected to Active status by the Board of Directors.
For additional information, membership application or an information packet contact
our Membership chair:
Julie Dorland 484-0280 - membership@obsidians.org
Or download a membership application: Obsidian Membership
Form
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