Strawberry Moon: A Sunset Hike in Eugene, Oregon

This is the story of two sunset ascents of Spencer Butte: June 20, celebrating the Summer Solstice, and June 21, to experience the strikingly beautiful Strawberry Moon. The Spencer Butte Trail, on the southern edge of Eugene, Oregon, is a scenic, fairly steep classic Oregon trail through old growth forest to a rocky peak with views in every direction. There were dozens, possibly a hundred, at times on both evenings, taking in the Solstice sunset and simultaneous moonrise on the first night, then the full Strawberry Moonrise on the second night. It was certainly big, bright and a bit reddish as you will see.
Bonus on this video: my explanation of three of my tattoos.
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Spencer Butte Google Maps trailhead location: XVJX+55 Eugene, Oregon
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[@scottalpine]

That’s a great way to start the summer season. Quite the crowd up there for that spectacle.

[@BuzzinAlong]

Yes, it was very special and worth the hike down after dark. Thanks for watching!

[@wildzenventures]

Really beautiful, thanks for sharing!

[@BuzzinAlong]

Thank you too, for watching again. And glad you enjoyed it - we sure liked experiencing itl

[@madampepilio]

"Once in a generation maybe or once a year thing " 😂 love it buzz

[@BuzzinAlong]

Thanks for watching!

[@jamesrea8454]

Beautiful as usual. I remember that helicopter. Luckily you never had to use it for what it was intended for.

[@BuzzinAlong]

thx for watching Jamie

[@burgerpilot]

Fun hike and a beautiful location . Was there in the Summer of 2021. Took us about an hour to get to the top and about 20 to get down. Maybe go there again someday.

[@BuzzinAlong]

Thanks for watching, Burgerpilot. I flew choppers back in the day. Subscribed

[@lanalindstrom9090]

As always, great post Buzz! Lots of folks up on the Butte! What's the significance of Marietta College? Lana

[@BuzzinAlong]

My alma mater ... southeastern Ohio, loved the school & the town. thx for watching.