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Obsidians Announce 22-Hike Schedule for Visitors to U.S. Olympic T&F Trials in Oregon

Posted January 15, 2008 at 03:09 PM by Martin Kennedy

Section: Destinations, U.S.A., News

The Obsidians outdoors club has announced a schedule of 22 hikes for visitors to this summer’s U.S. Olympic Track & Field Trials and concurrent Oregon Bach Festival.  Outings include 12 coastal, forest and mountain hikes and 10 urban hikes, presenting visitors an introduction to both the natural wonders of western Oregon and the unique attractions of Track Town, USA.

The trials will run from June 27 through July 6, with a two-day break in action on July 1 and 2.  The Oregon Bach Festival runs from June 27 through July 13.  For those individuals and families using these events as the basis for more extended vacations to the area, Obsidian hikes will be offered during the weeks before and after the trials, as well as during the two-day break in the middle.  Most hikes will be easy to moderate, in the five to six-mile range.

On the mornings of the meet itself, the Obsidians will lead urban hikes along the city’s riverside paths and forested ridgeline trails, as well as pilgrimages to the Steve Prefontaine Memorial (“Pre’s Rock”) [Pictured] and a togas optional tour of “Animal House” film locations.

The full schedule (presented below) is available along with additional information and registration procedures online at http://www.obsidians.org/otrials. The website can also be accessed through the Obsidians primary home page at http://www.obsidians.org.  All sign-ups will be done online using a unique registration system designed by the Obsidians just for this project.

Obsidians, Inc., is an 80-year-old not-for-profit, all volunteer, organization with more than 500 members.  All hikes will be led by experienced men and women familiar with the areas.  There will be a $5 nonmember fee per person (minors under 18 free, with parents) with a suggested sharing of driving costs.

To check out the complete hiking schedule offered to visitors of the 2008 U.S. Olympic Track & Field Trials in Euegene Oregon, please visit: http://www.obsidians.org/otrials

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