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Hiker Dies from Rattlesnake Bite on California Trail
The woman, identified as 46-year-old Gabriela Bautista, is the second person to suffer a fatal bite in recent weeks.
Injured Hiker Rescued After First Night on the Appalachian Trail
The hiker was near the Springer Mountain shelter when he called for help in deteriorating weather.