Sad News from the Sierra Buttes

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Feb 9, 2022
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We've hiked this trail years ago...and the view is, indeed, spectacular. But this is another reminder to be careful out there!

This is M on the last section of stairs up to the fire lookout.

https://www.sfgate.com/bayarea/article/California-hiker-dead-on-Sierra-trail-16838932.php

And here is the view from the top--Yes, that is Mt. Lassen in the distance.

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