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Photograph of Indian Paintings at LaCroix

Photograph of Indian Paintings at LaCroix

Original caption: Indian paintings, LaCroix. Historic Photographs Public domain photograph of forest, trees, US government forestry agency, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Photograph of a Snow Shoe Trail on the Road to Hill's

Photograph of a Snow Shoe Trail on the Road to Hill's

Original caption: Snow shoe trail on road to Hill's. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Butternut Lake, National Forest Service photograph.

Photograph of Butternut Lake, National Forest Service photograph.

Original caption: Butternut Lake. Historic Photographs Public domain photograph of forest, trees, US government forestry agency, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Photograph of Cave Springs a Half Mile East of Current River

Photograph of Cave Springs a Half Mile East of Current River

Original caption: Cave Springs 1/2 mile east of Current River. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Deer Hunter's Camp, National Forest Service photograph.

Photograph of Deer Hunter's Camp, National Forest Service photograph.

Original caption: Deer hunter's camp on T.T. #252 Sec 3, 24-5, Lower Michigan NF. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Scenic View Along the Trail Around the High Knob Recreation Unit

Photograph of Scenic View Along the Trail Around the High Knob Recreat...

Original caption: Scenic view along the trail around the High Knob Recreation Unit. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Swimming at Crystal Lake in Wellston, Michigan

Photograph of Swimming at Crystal Lake in Wellston, Michigan

Original caption: Swimming, Crystal Lake, Wellston. Showing use of recreational developments in this area. Lower Mi NF. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Franklin Lake, National Forest Service photograph.

Photograph of Franklin Lake, National Forest Service photograph.

Original caption: View of Franklin Lake from point just west of shelter, Franklin Lake Camp and Picnic Grounds. Nicolet NF. Historic Photographs

Photograph of a Group of Skiers Watching a Toboggan Coming Down the Slide

Photograph of a Group of Skiers Watching a Toboggan Coming Down the Sl...

Original caption: A group of skiers standing on a trail part way down the toboggan slide watch a toboggan come down the slide. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Toboggans, National Forest Service photograph.

Photograph of Toboggans, National Forest Service photograph.

Original caption: A toboggan is about ready to start on the trip down. Another toboggan is being brought up by 2 men who spurn the use of the stairway and take the more difficult path near the toboggan slide. H... More

Photograph of a Line-Up of Winter Sports Fans

Photograph of a Line-Up of Winter Sports Fans

Original caption: A line-up of winter sports fans along the runway of one of the more difficult runs. A sharp turn to the right and down the slope to the flat on the right is the last part of the run, but many ... More

Photograph of View on the Gunflint Trail

Photograph of View on the Gunflint Trail

Original caption: View on the Gunflint Trail near the junction of the Clearwater Road. Historic Photographs

Photograph of a Toboggan Arriving at the End of the Run

Photograph of a Toboggan Arriving at the End of the Run

Original caption: A toboggan arrives at the end of the run. Silver Valley Winter Sports Area. Historic Photographs

Photograph of a Party of Skiers

Photograph of a Party of Skiers

Original caption: A party of skiers on one of the ski trails, Shingobee Winter Playground. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Panoramic View of Spur Lake Winter Sports Area

Photograph of Panoramic View of Spur Lake Winter Sports Area

Original caption: Panoramic view of Spur Lake Winter Sports Area, Park Falls Ranger District. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Log Shelter, National Forest Service photograph.

Photograph of Log Shelter, National Forest Service photograph.

Original caption: Log shelter. Excellent construction in light sandy location. Good grade elevation. Preservation of existing birch, dogwood, aspen, cedar and ground cover plants which lend to the attractivenes... More

Photograph of Comfort Station, National Forest Service photograph.

Photograph of Comfort Station, National Forest Service photograph.

Original caption: Comfort station. Rough lumber, medium brown stain, good elevation, grade, preservation of surrounding vegetation and use of clay paths to regular foot travel and thereby preserve ground cover.... More

Photograph of Curtain Falls on Crooked Lake

Photograph of Curtain Falls on Crooked Lake

Original caption: Curtain falls on Crooked Lake (left) on the International Boundary. Canada in foreground; United States in background. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Two Fishermen and Their Catch of Northern and Wall-Eyed Pike

Photograph of Two Fishermen and Their Catch of Northern and Wall-Eyed ...

Original caption: Two fishermen and their catch of northern and wall-eyed pike, the results of day's fishing on Lac LaCroix. Historic Photographs

Photograph of a Party of Fishermen Camping

Photograph of a Party of Fishermen Camping

Original caption: Party of fishermen camping at Fernberg Landing on Lake One staking (skinning and cutting into steaks) their day's catch of wall-eyed pike. Bill Trygg shown demonstrating a simplified technique... More

Photograph of Pawn Net Narrows on Lac La Croix

Photograph of Pawn Net Narrows on Lac La Croix

Original caption: Pawn Net Narrows on Lac LaCroix - the narrows pass through at the two small islands in the center of the picture. These narrows were formerly used for commercial fishing, using nets staked in ... More

Photograph of South Arm of Knife Lake

Photograph of South Arm of Knife Lake

Original caption: South arm of Knife Lake in the foreground. North Arm in background, Canada in far background. Kawishiwi Ranger District. Historic Photographs

Photograph of View Looking Northwest Across a Portion of Basswood Lake

Photograph of View Looking Northwest Across a Portion of Basswood Lake

Original caption: View looking northwest across a portion of Basswood Lake. Kawishiwi Ranger District. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Blow-Down Timber in the Norway Beach Recreation Area after the July 1940 Windstorm

Photograph of Blow-Down Timber in the Norway Beach Recreation Area aft...

Original caption: Blow-down timber in the Norway Beach Recreation Area after the July 1940 windstorm. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Silver Valley View of Tin Pan Slide

Photograph of Silver Valley View of Tin Pan Slide

Original caption: Silver Valley - View of tin-pan slide and users showing type of vehicles used, such as saddle skiis, smooth boards and wooden chopping bowls. Historic Photographs

Photograph of German Ridge Recreation Area

Photograph of German Ridge Recreation Area

Original caption: German Ridge Recreation Area showing completed reservoir before filling. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Lake Vesuvius Beach, National Forest Service photograph.

Photograph of Lake Vesuvius Beach, National Forest Service photograph.

Original caption: Lake Vesuvius Beach. Historic Photographs Public domain photograph of forest, trees, US government forestry agency, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Photograph of Left Arm of Rebecca Falls

Photograph of Left Arm of Rebecca Falls

Original caption: Left arm of Rebecca Falls, flowage from Iron Lake into McAree Lake. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Canoe on Sarah Lake

Photograph of Canoe on Sarah Lake

Original caption: Canoe on Sarah Lake from high bluff near Sarah Narrows. Historic Photographs

Photograph of a Canoe Party Coming into a Point on Conmee Lake for Lunch

Photograph of a Canoe Party Coming into a Point on Conmee Lake for Lun...

Original caption: Canoe party coming into a point on Conmee Lake for lunch. Historic Photographs

Photograph of the Portage Between Robinson and Dart Lakes

Photograph of the Portage Between Robinson and Dart Lakes

Original caption: Start of the portage between Robinson and Dart Lakes. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Bath House at Marion Beach

Photograph of Bath House at Marion Beach

Original caption: Bath house, Marion Beach. Historic Photographs Public domain photograph of forest, trees, US government forestry agency, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Photograph of Marion Beach, National Forest Service photograph.

Photograph of Marion Beach, National Forest Service photograph.

Original caption: Marion Beach. Historic Photographs Public domain photograph of forest, trees, US government forestry agency, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Photograph of North Shore of La Croix

Photograph of North Shore of La Croix

Original caption: North Shore of La Croix. Historic Photographs Public domain photograph of forest, trees, US government forestry agency, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Photograph of Ball Club Picnic Area on Bena Ranger District

Photograph of Ball Club Picnic Area on Bena Ranger District

Original caption: CP23. Bena Ranger Dist. Ball club picnic area on Highway #2. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Lake Huron as Seen from a Hill on St. Ignace District

Photograph of Lake Huron as Seen from a Hill on St. Ignace District

Original caption: Lake Huron from hill on St. Ignace Dist. Upper Mich NF. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Picnickers and Bathers at lake Vesuvius

Photograph of Picnickers and Bathers at lake Vesuvius

Original caption: Picnickers and bathers at Lake Vesuvius. Ironton. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Campsite at Flowing Well Camp

Photograph of Campsite at Flowing Well Camp

Original caption: Campsite at Flowing Well camp and picnic grounds. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Successful Fishermen at Moose Lake Landing

Photograph of Successful Fishermen at Moose Lake Landing

Original caption: Successful fishermen at Moose Lake Landing. Kawishiwi RD. Historic Photographs

Photograph of a Family Returning from a Canoe Trip

Photograph of a Family Returning from a Canoe Trip

Original caption: Family returning from a canoe trip at Lake One Campground. Kawishiwi RD. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Party of Canoeists at Moose Lake Landing

Photograph of Party of Canoeists at Moose Lake Landing

Original caption: Party of canoeists at Moose Lake Landing. One entrance to Boundary Waters Canoe Area. Kawishiwi RD. Historic Photographs

Photograph of a Fisherman with His Catch

Photograph of a Fisherman with His Catch

Original caption: A fisherman with his catch. Historic Photographs Public domain photograph of forest, trees, US government forestry agency, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Photograph of Forest Guard Lloyd Black Baling His Boat

Photograph of Forest Guard Lloyd Black Baling His Boat

Original caption: Lloyd Black (forest guard) baling his boat preparatory to a trip on Current River. Mr. Black on his off hours is a prof. Guide for float trips on Current River. Historic Photographs

Photograph of the View Along the Resort Road Near Lake Winnie

Photograph of the View Along the Resort Road Near Lake Winnie

Original caption: Highbanks. View along Resort Road near Lake Winnie. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Campers at Boot Lake Camp and Picnic Ground

Photograph of Campers at Boot Lake Camp and Picnic Ground

Original caption: Campers, Boot Lake Camp and Picnic Ground. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Swimming Beach at Lake Owen

Photograph of Swimming Beach at Lake Owen

Original caption: Swimming beach. Lake Owen. Historic Photographs Public domain image of people at the picnic, outdoors,, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Photograph of Franklin Lake Campground, National Forest Service photograph.

Photograph of Franklin Lake Campground, National Forest Service photog...

Original caption: Franklin Lake Campground. Historic Photographs Public domain photograph of forest, trees, US government forestry agency, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Photograph of Canoeing on Twin Lake

Photograph of Canoeing on Twin Lake

Original caption: Canoeing on Twin Lake. Historic Photographs Public domain photograph of forest, trees, US government forestry agency, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Photograph of Waterskiing at Boot Lake Campground

Photograph of Waterskiing at Boot Lake Campground

Original caption: Waterskiing, Boot Lake Campground. Historic Photographs Public domain photograph of forest, trees, US government forestry agency, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Photograph of Lake Glendale Beach Area

Photograph of Lake Glendale Beach Area

Original caption: Lake Glendale beach area. Historic Photographs Public domain photograph of a lake, water, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Photograph of a Father and His Daughter at Peterson Bridge Campground

Photograph of a Father and His Daughter at Peterson Bridge Campground

Original caption: Father and daughter. Historic Photographs Public domain photograph of forest, trees, US government forestry agency, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Photograph of Outlet of Lac Vieux Desert

Photograph of Outlet of Lac Vieux Desert

Original caption: Outlet of Lac Vieux Desert, start of the Wisconsin River. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Water Skiing on Seven Mile Lake

Photograph of Water Skiing on Seven Mile Lake

Original caption: Water-skiing on Seven Mile Lake. Historic Photographs Public domain photograph of forest, trees, US government forestry agency, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Photograph of the Boat Landing at Franklin Lake Camp

Photograph of the Boat Landing at Franklin Lake Camp

Original caption: Boat landing at Franklin Lake Camp and Picnic Ground. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Motorboating on Seven Mile Lake

Photograph of Motorboating on Seven Mile Lake

Original caption: Motorboating on Seven Mile Lake near beach and boat landing in newly developed Recreation Area on the lake. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Trout Fishermen on Ontonagon River

Photograph of Trout Fishermen on Ontonagon River

Original caption: Trout Fishermen, Ontonagon River, Watersmeet RD. Historic Photographs Public domain photograph of forest, trees, US government forestry agency, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - ... More

Photograph of Fishing at Franklin Lake Recreation Area

Photograph of Fishing at Franklin Lake Recreation Area

Original caption: Fishing from boats at boat rental dock, Franklin Lake Recreation Area. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Entrance to Franklin Lake Camp and Picnic Grounds

Photograph of Entrance to Franklin Lake Camp and Picnic Grounds

Original caption: Entrance to Franklin Lake Camp and Picnic Grounds. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Black Bear Cub at Anvil Lake Recreation Area

Photograph of Black Bear Cub at Anvil Lake Recreation Area

Original caption: Black bear cub on tree near a camp at Anvil Lake Recreation Area. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Boat Access on Franklin Lake

Photograph of Boat Access on Franklin Lake

Original caption: Boat access, Franklin Lake, Nicolet NF. Historic Photographs Public domain photograph of forest, trees, US government forestry agency, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Photograph of a Group Riding Horses on a Forest Trail Near Horseshoe Lake

Photograph of a Group Riding Horses on a Forest Trail Near Horseshoe L...

Original caption: Group riding horses on forest trail near Horseshoe Lake. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Bathers Having Fun on Bathers Having Fun on the Beach at Anvil Lake Recreation Area

Photograph of Bathers Having Fun on Bathers Having Fun on the Beach at...

Original caption: In spite of an unseasonable cool spell, bathers have fun on beach at Anvil Lake Recreation Area. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Trout Fishermen on Ontonagon River

Photograph of Trout Fishermen on Ontonagon River

Original caption: Trout Fishermen, Ontonagon River, Watersmeet RD. Historic Photographs Public domain photograph of forest, trees, US government forestry agency, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - ... More

Photograph of Canoeists at Twin Lake

Photograph of Canoeists at Twin Lake

Original caption: Canoeists, Twin Lake, Kawishiwi RD. Historic Photographs Public domain photograph of a small watercraft, canoe, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Photograph of Old Stone Face, National Forest Service photograph.

Photograph of Old Stone Face, National Forest Service photograph.

Original caption: Old Stone Face, an interesting rock formation reached by trail from the Old Stone Face Recreation Area. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Anvil Lake with a Portion of the Beach at Anvil Lake Recreation Area

Photograph of Anvil Lake with a Portion of the Beach at Anvil Lake Rec...

Original caption: Looking across the south end of Anvil. Lake with a portion of beach at Anvil, Lake Recreation Area at right. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Fishing at Franklin Lake Recreation Area

Photograph of Fishing at Franklin Lake Recreation Area

Original caption: Fishing from boats at boat rental dock, Franklin Lake Recreation Area. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Fishing in Pine River

Photograph of Fishing in Pine River

Original caption: Fishing in Pine River near the Windsor Dam Campground. Nicolet NF. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Trout Fishermen in Stream

Photograph of Trout Fishermen in Stream

Original caption: Trout fishermen in stream, bank of which has been planted to Red Pine. Erosion control, Stream Improvement TM and Wildlife multiple use. Watersmeet RD. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Motorboating on Seven Mile Lake

Photograph of Motorboating on Seven Mile Lake

Original caption: Motorboating on Seven Mile Lake near beach and boat landing in newly developed Recreation Area on the lake. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Swimming Beach at Franklin Lake

Photograph of Swimming Beach at Franklin Lake

Original caption: Swimming beach Franklin Lake, Nicolet NF. Historic Photographs Public domain photograph of forest, trees, US government forestry agency, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl ... More

Photograph of Boundary Waters Canoe Area

Photograph of Boundary Waters Canoe Area

Original caption: LaCroix, Boundary Waters Canoe Area. Historic Photographs Public domain photograph of forest, trees, US government forestry agency, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Photograph of the Muskingum River, National Forest Service photograph.

Photograph of the Muskingum River, National Forest Service photograph.

Original caption: Looking up the Muskingum River from Marietta, Ohio. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Charles Congdon and Cal Wadley at the Portage on Lac LaCroix

Photograph of Charles Congdon and Cal Wadley at the Portage on Lac LaC...

Original caption: Charles Congdon, Hinsdale, IL (left) & Cal Wadley, Clarendon Hills, IL at portage on Lac LaCroix, BWCA. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Canoe Camp on Lac LaCroix

Photograph of Canoe Camp on Lac LaCroix

Original caption: Canoe Camp on Lac LaCroix, BWCA. Historic Photographs Public domain photograph of forest, trees, US government forestry agency, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Photograph of Swimming Beach, National Forest Service photograph.

Photograph of Swimming Beach, National Forest Service photograph.

Original caption: Camp 7 - swimming beach. Historic Photographs Public domain photograph of forest, trees, US government forestry agency, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Photograph of Rollways Manistee Ranger District

Photograph of Rollways Manistee Ranger District

Original caption: Rollways - Manistee RD. Historic Photographs Public domain photograph of forest, trees, US government forestry agency, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Photograph of Campers at Rollways Campground

Photograph of Campers at Rollways Campground

Original caption: Campers at Rollways Campground. Historic Photographs Public domain photograph of forest, trees, US government forestry agency, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Photograph of Canoeing Instruction at Camp Cassaway

Photograph of Canoeing Instruction at Camp Cassaway

Original caption: Canoeing instruction at Camp Cassaway. This Minneapolis, Minnesota Girl Scout Camp on Cass Lake is a privately-owned camp. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Lake Superior, National Forest Service photograph.

Photograph of Lake Superior, National Forest Service photograph.

Original caption: Lake Superior. Sault Ste. Historic Photographs Public domain photograph of forest, trees, US government forestry agency, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Photograph of Family Camping at Norway Beach Campground on Cass Lake

Photograph of Family Camping at Norway Beach Campground on Cass Lake

Original caption: Family camping at Norway Beach Campground on Cass Lake, Cass Lake RD. (Mr. and Mrs. Paul W. Shaw, Grand Forks, N.D., Ky., Lawrence Pound, Forester.). Historic Photographs

Photograph of Explorer Boy Scouts Receiving Hiking Information

Photograph of Explorer Boy Scouts Receiving Hiking Information

Original caption: Explorer Boy Scouts receiving hiking information concerning the Chippewa National Forest. (L to R: Robert Dettbarn, Earl Hansen, Forester, and George Casey.). Historic Photographs

Photograph of Bear Lake Campground Area

Photograph of Bear Lake Campground Area

Original caption: Bear Lake Campground Area Laona RD. Historic Photographs Public domain photograph of people with a small paddle boat, or canoe, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Photograph of Young Recreationists Enjoying Themselves at Water's Edge

Photograph of Young Recreationists Enjoying Themselves at Water's Edge

Original caption: Young recreationists enjoy themselves at water's edge. White River at Pine Point. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Boundary Waters Canoe Area

Photograph of Boundary Waters Canoe Area

Original caption: Aerial - Boundary waters Canoe Area. Historic Photographs Public domain photograph of forest, trees, US government forestry agency, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Photograph of Skin Diving at Imp Lake

Photograph of Skin Diving at Imp Lake

Original caption: Skin diving at Imp Lake, Watersmeet RD. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Canoeing at Imp Lake

Photograph of Canoeing at Imp Lake

Original caption: Canoeing at Imp Lake boat landing. Watersmeet RD. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Mrs. Kimball Preparing a Picnic Lunch

Photograph of Mrs. Kimball Preparing a Picnic Lunch

Original caption: Mrs. Kimball preparing picnic lunch on float trip down Eleven Point River, Ranger Engleson assisting. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Floating the Eleven Point River

Photograph of Floating the Eleven Point River

Original caption: Floating The Eleven Point River. Historic Photographs Public domain photograph of forest, trees, US government forestry agency, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Photograph of John Boat Being Let Down Rapid by Hand and Rope on the Eleven Point River

Photograph of John Boat Being Let Down Rapid by Hand and Rope on the E...

Original caption: John Boat being let down rapid by hand and rope; Eleven Point River. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Toilet Shower Building at Kiasutha Camp

Photograph of Toilet Shower Building at Kiasutha Camp

Original caption: Toilet-shower building at Kiasutha Camp. Historic Photographs Public domain photograph of forest, trees, US government forestry agency, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Photograph of Forest Service Shelter on Long Trail

Photograph of Forest Service Shelter on Long Trail

Original caption: F.S. shelter on Long Trail near Little Rock Pond, Central RD. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Sugarbush Ski Area, National Forest Service photograph.

Photograph of Sugarbush Ski Area, National Forest Service photograph.

Original caption: Sugarbush Ski Area. Top of gondola lift 9300 feet - on Lincoln Peak, Rochester RD. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Trout Fishing on the Furnace Brook

Photograph of Trout Fishing on the Furnace Brook

Original caption: Trout fishing on the Furnace Brook, Middlebury RD. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Sunrise over Mississippi River

Photograph of Sunrise over Mississippi River

Original caption: Sunrise over Mississippi River and southern Illinois. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Goose Bay Recreation Shelter

Photograph of Goose Bay Recreation Shelter

Original caption: Goose Bay Recreation Shelter at Lake Glendale Rec. Area. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Family Hiking to Top of Spruce Knob

Photograph of Family Hiking to Top of Spruce Knob

Original caption: Family hiking to top of Spruce Knob. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Ranger Selling Recreation Use Fee Golden Passport to Camper

Photograph of Ranger Selling Recreation Use Fee Golden Passport to Cam...

Original caption: Ranger sells Recreation Use fee "Golden Passport" to a camper at Stuart Recreation Area. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Getting Ready for White Water Canoe Races

Photograph of Getting Ready for White Water Canoe Races

Original caption: Getting ready for White Water Canoe races. Historic Photographs

Photograph of Kiatutha Recreation  Area, National Forest Service photograph.

Photograph of Kiatutha Recreation Area, National Forest Service photo...

Original caption: Kiatutha Rec. Area. Historic Photographs Public domain image of people at the picnic, outdoors,, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

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