Ingrid Lyons, Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]

September 3, 2024 at 12:42 PM

Celebrating 60 Years of the Wilderness Act

Exactly 60 years ago today, on September 3, 1964, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Wilderness Act into law. Hi John - Today, we celebrate the 60th anniversary of the signing of the Wilderness Act and look ahead to the next 60 years of wilderness protection. Exactly 60 years ago today, on Sept…

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  Ingrid Lyons · [email protected]

August 21, 2024 at 3:06 PM

Calling all youth who love the Boundary Waters

Do you know young people between the ages of 15 - 22 who want to help protect the Boundary Waters while learning about policy and advocacy on Capitol Hill?  Hi John, Do you know young people between the ages of 15 and 22 who want to help protect the Boundary Waters while learning about policy and ad…

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  Elsie Falconer · [email protected]

August 14, 2024 at 12:31 AM

Teens and youth: travel to D.C. and learn how to advocate for the Boundary Waters this November

Attention teens and young adults: apply now to join our Washington D.C. trip this November!  Hi John, My name is Elsie Falconer, and I am the President of Kids for the Boundary Waters - a program of Save the Boundary Waters’ national coalition to protect the Wilderness from potential sulfide-ore cop…

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  Save the BWCA · [email protected]

August 9, 2024 at 5:30 PM

News from the Boundary Waters

Read the latest updates from Canoe Country. Congratulations to Minnesota’s very own Governor Tim Walz on being selected as Vice President Harris’ VP nominee! The Governor knows that the Boundary Waters is the Midwest's crown jewel—plus, he’s a frequent visitor to Canoe Country. Alarming right-wing…

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  Ingrid Lyons, Save the BWCA · [email protected]

July 24, 2024 at 1:52 PM

You're Invited: Ely Garden Party - August 11, 2024

Join us at the Kawishiwi River Campground for our annual Ely Garden Party Hello John -  Our annual Ely Garden Party is less than three weeks away. As a valued supporter of Save the Boundary Waters, we're excited to invite you to our annual Ely Garden Party.   This year's Garden Party promises to be …

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  Save the BWCA · [email protected]

July 13, 2024 at 12:02 PM

News from the Boundary Waters

Read the latest updates from Canoe Country. Just this week, Rep. Pete Stauber attached two provisions to the must-pass bill funding the Department of Interior, which will head to the floor for a vote by the full House of Representatives. The two provisions would defund the ability to carry out the…

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  Alex Falconer · [email protected]

June 27, 2024 at 7:43 PM

What does D.C. have to do with the Boundary Waters?

I’m back in Washington, D.C., this week, where I am fighting for the protection of the Boundary Waters. Today, as I navigate the halls of Congress and gear up for a crucial meeting with Senator Smith, I’m reminded that our presence in our nation's capital reflects our unwavering dedication to Canoe …

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  Ingrid Lyons, Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]

June 16, 2024 at 2:01 PM

🛶Today only: all gifts matched in honor of your favorite paddling partner 🛶

Double your donation in honor of your favorite paddling partner. Dear John,  The Boundary Waters is a special place, especially when sharing with loved ones. Art Anderson knew this firsthand, spending over 35 years visiting the Boundary Waters. He was an angler and loved waking up early to catch sma…

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  Save the BWCA · [email protected]

June 14, 2024 at 3:37 PM

News from the Boundary Waters

Read the latest updates from Canoe Country. Outdoors columnist Dennis Anderson penned an excellent piece about the 60th Anniversary of the Wilderness Act. "Now it's 2024, and the issue is mining along the BWCAW's southern border, which opponents say — correctly — threatens the wilderness's clean w…

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  Alex Falconer · [email protected]

June 12, 2024 at 9:29 PM

Here's how to help protect the Boundary Waters: email your Senators

We defeated 80% of Rep. Stauber’s toxic agenda to ram sulfide-ore copper mining adjacent to the Wilderness. Dear John,  I have some great news to report: we’ve been working all week to defeat five reprehensible anti-Boundary Waters amendments that U.S. Rep. Stauber attempted to attach to a “must pas…

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  Ingrid Lyons, Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]

June 10, 2024 at 7:39 PM

Another brazen attack on the Boundary Waters

Just in from DC: five terrible anti-BWCA amendments Dear John,  Rep. Pete Stauber of Northeastern Minnesota (MN-08) just tacked five anti-Boundary Waters amendments to the National Defense Authorization Act. These amendments have nothing to do with national defense and are a clear political hit job…

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  Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]

June 5, 2024 at 1:57 PM

Protect the Boundary Waters by shopping online? It's true. Featuring: New Stunt Puppy Collab! 🐶

As we paddle into summer, check out some of the wonderful businesses supporting Save the Boundary Waters through their products! Also, take a first look at our brand new collaboration collection with Stunt Puppy!Dear John, As we paddle into June, we want to highlight a few more of the many businesse…

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  Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]

May 30, 2024 at 1:13 PM

Start paddling season the right way - by supporting your favorite Boundary Waters businesses 🛶

Kick off summer by checking out some of our most engaged Shop to Support businesses! These incredible folks donate a portion of their proceeds to the Campaign to Save the Boundary Waters, because they truly support the work that we are doing. Dear John, As paddle season kicks off, we want to highlig…

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  Ingrid Lyons, Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]

May 28, 2024 at 3:30 PM

Our 2023 Impact Report is here

How the incredible impact of Boundary Waters defenders like you made a differenceDear John, I am proud and excited to share with you our 2023 Boundary Waters Impact Report, highlighting the incredible progress we’ve made towards permanently protecting the Boundary Waters watershed from the threat of…

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  Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]

May 18, 2024 at 12:01 PM

Endangered Boundary Waters wildlife need your help

When you make a gift between now and TOMORROW, Sunday, May 19, at noon central time, you will receive our new limited-edition Boundary Waters wolf sticker. Dear John,  It’s hard to believe that just last month, two terrible land management bills passed in the U.S. House that would impact the Boundar…

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  Ingrid Lyons · [email protected]

May 17, 2024 at 3:50 PM

Just in: limited edition Boundary Waters wolf stickers in honor of Endangered Species Day

Make a gift of any amount and we will send you our new limited-edition wolf sticker.   Dear John,  In honor of Endangered Species Day today, we are celebrating one of the Boundary Waters’ best: gray wolves! Did you know that there are three Boundary Waters species that are listed under the Endanger…

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  Save the BWCA · [email protected]

May 9, 2024 at 8:27 PM

News from the Boundary Waters

Read the latest updates from Canoe Country. On Sunday, the Star Tribune editorial board published a piece about U.S. Rep. Stauber’s bill, HR 3195, which passed in the U.S. House last week. In the piece, Minnesota U.S. Senator Tina Smith provided this welcome statement about the bill: "The Boundary…

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  Ingrid Lyons, Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]

May 2, 2024 at 12:04 PM

Last chance to win Boundary Waters trips and gear

Sneak peek inside: Boundary Waters experiences and gear for you Silent auction closes at 7:15 p.m. CST - get your bids in nowDear John,  Our Boundary Waters Gala online silent auction closes tonight - this is your last chance to bid on and win items from our amazing business partners and allies! We …

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  Alex Falconer, Save the BWCA · [email protected]

April 23, 2024 at 10:16 PM

Anti-Boundary Waters bill moves forward. We need your help.

The hard-earned ban on toxic copper mining in the watershed of the Boundary Waters is under attack, and we need your help!   The hard-earned ban on toxic copper mining in the watershed of the Boundary Waters is under attack, and we need your help! Hi John,  Rep. Stauber’s bill to reverse the protect…

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  Kelsey Polcher, Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]

April 23, 2024 at 2:34 PM

Boundary Waters auction now LIVE

Bid on hundreds of items in our silent auctionDear John,  The Save the Boundary Waters Gala silent auction is now open! We have 100+ amazing items, including outdoor gear, exciting getaways, tickets, gift cards, and more. This auction has something for every outdoor adventurer. Plus, all proceeds go…

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  Ingrid Lyons · [email protected]

April 22, 2024 at 2:56 PM

Celebrating 60 years of the Boundary Waters this Earth Day

Join us in celebrating America’s natural ecosystems: September is Wilderness Month from the Boundary Waters to Capitol Hill Join us in celebrating America’s natural ecosystems: September is Wilderness Month from the Boundary Waters to Capitol Hill Happy Earth Day, John!  This year is the 60th annive…

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  Save the BWCA · [email protected]

April 11, 2024 at 10:30 PM

News from the Boundary Waters

Happy Earth Month! Read the latest updates from Canoe Country.Dear John, Happy Earth Month! Help celebrate the Boundary Waters this month by getting involved in some of the following events and activities with Save the Boundary Waters.  Quetico Superior Wilderness News: Biden administration builds …

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  Ingrid Lyons, Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]

April 4, 2024 at 11:01 PM

We’re SO CLOSE 🤏

Can you help the Boundary Waters meet our goal?John - I am reaching out one last time because we are so close to hitting our matching gift challenge goal and we need your support with a gift of any amount to help us get there.  This is free money to protect the Boundary Waters, and we don’t want to …

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  Becky, Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]

April 4, 2024 at 1:00 PM

Don't miss out: 2X your gift for the Boundary Waters ends tonight

We need your help to maximize our $50,000 matching gift challenge. MATCHING GIFT DEADLINE: MIDNIGHT TONIGHT Hi John,  Your chance to DOUBLE your impact to protect the Boundary Waters ends tonight at midnight, and we need to know: can you donate $35, or an amount that feels meaningful to you, to hel…

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  Ingrid Lyons · [email protected]

April 3, 2024 at 7:25 PM

Breaking: another step closer to protecting the Boundary Waters - using policy and science

This week we moved another step closer towards safeguarding the watershed of the Boundary Waters - using sound policy and science. Dear John, This week we moved another step closer towards safeguarding the watershed of the Boundary Waters - using sound policy and science.  The Minnesota Pollution Co…

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  Sam Chadwick, Save the BWCA · [email protected]

March 27, 2024 at 2:05 PM

Who is the future of Boundary Waters conservation?

Our youth-led program is meeting directly with decision makers to tell them to protect Canoe CountryDear John, Experiences in the Boundary Waters can be transformative, and that’s true especially for youth at the many camps and access programs in our region that focus on taking young people of all b…

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  Becky Rom · [email protected]

March 21, 2024 at 3:10 PM

Recap of my trip to D.C. for the Wilderness this week

From meeting on Capitol Hill to rally supporters, it was a busy week in D.C. advocating for the Boundary WatersDear John,I'm writing to you from the airport after a whirlwind few days in our nation's capital. I’m glad to report that our work to achieve permanent protection for the Boundary Waters is…

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  Alex Falconer · [email protected]

March 19, 2024 at 2:01 PM

Why are we on Capitol Hill advocating for the Boundary Waters?

My team and I arrived from Minnesota yesterday to advocate for the permanent protection of the Boundary Waters in D.C. Dear John,  My team and I arrived from Minnesota yesterday to advocate for the permanent protection of the Boundary Waters in D.C.  There are multiple terrible pieces of legislation…

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  Jessie Diggins · [email protected]

March 15, 2024 at 2:11 PM

Last call to join me at the Boundary Waters Gala

Don't miss your chance to join me and hundreds of outdoor enthusiasts at the Boundary Waters Gala on May 2nd!Hi John,  Don't miss your chance to join me and hundreds of outdoor enthusiasts at the Boundary Waters Gala on May 2nd! This is your last chance to get tickets to the Boundary Waters event o…

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  Save the BWCA · [email protected]

March 14, 2024 at 7:46 PM

News from the Boundary Waters

Read the latest updates from Canoe Country. Dear John,  Our hard work, patient persistence, and consistent trips to Washington, D.C., to meet with Members of Congress and staff of critical Congressional committees, paid off recently. Rep. Stauber forced an amendment, called a “rider” in the U.S. H…

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  Kelsey Polcher, Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]

March 12, 2024 at 1:12 PM

Boundary Waters Gala tickets selling quickly - get yours today

Less than 100 tickets remaining for the Boundary Waters event of the yearHi John,  Our annual Boundary Waters Gala is coming up in less than two months, and tickets are already over 75% sold out. With a new spring date, this year's event promises to be our best gala yet. This is your chance to secur…

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  Ingrid Lyons, Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]

March 2, 2024 at 1:30 PM

The wait is over. Tickets are live for the Boundary Waters Gala 🎉

Tickets are now available for the Boundary Waters event of the year! This is an event you won't want to miss. Hi John,  You are invited to the Boundary Waters event of the year! Join us as we celebrate the Wilderness we all love, hear the latest developments in the fight for its protection, and more…

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  Becky's iPhone · [email protected]

February 29, 2024 at 10:11 PM

Hours left to make 2X the impact for the Boundary Waters

Hi friend- I’ll make this quick. As a valued supporter of Save the Boundary Waters, I want to give you an update about our work straight from our nation's capital!  This week, Alex and I are in D.C. on behalf of the Boundary Waters, and we are having some fantastic meetings with legislators - edu…

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  Alex Falconer, Save the BWCA · [email protected]

February 29, 2024 at 3:13 PM

Just launched: flash match to defend the Boundary Waters

I’m making my way through the halls of Congress, heading to a meeting with one of our strongest allies, Rep. McCollum. Dear John, I am writing to you from Washington D.C., where I am actively fighting for the protection of the Boundary Waters. Right now, I’m making my way through the halls of Congr…

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  Amanda Hefner, Save the BWCA · [email protected]

February 22, 2024 at 9:24 PM

Legislative clock is ticking on pro-Boundary Waters bills

I’m eating most of my lunches in the Capitol cafeteria these days - that’s how much time I’m spending advocating on behalf of protecting our precious Boundary Waters!  Dear John,  Last week, we officially started the 2024 Minnesota Legislative session. As you may have heard, it's a short session tha…

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  Amanda Hefner, Save the BWCA · [email protected]

February 20, 2024 at 6:15 PM

Tomorrow: can you attend our Boundary Waters legislative priorities webinar?

Join us tomorrow, Wednesday, February 21st, at 12:00 p.m. CT for a webinar and get involved this year in protecting the Boundary Waters.  RSVP HEREDear John, Join us TOMORROW, Wednesday, February 21st, at 12:00 p.m. for a webinar about the new pro-Boundary Waters bill in the MN Legislature, and to …

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  Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]

February 19, 2024 at 10:05 PM

Don't miss out on new Boundary Waters merch 🛶

Wear your love for the Boundary Waters every day! Get a limited-time Save the Boundary Waters merch and be part of the movement to protect this Wilderness for generations to come. Dear John, Wear your love for the Boundary Waters every day! Get a limited-time Save the Boundary Waters shirt, water bo…

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  Amanda Hefner, Save the BWCA · [email protected]

February 15, 2024 at 8:45 PM

What's new for the Boundary Waters this session? Join us for a webinar to learn more

 Dear John, We invite you to join us on Wednesday, February 21st, at 12:00pm for a webinar about the new pro-Boundary Waters bill in the MN Legislature, and to learn about how you can support the Boundary Waters at your local precinct caucus!   The new "4 Features” bill was introduced in the State L…

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  Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]

February 14, 2024 at 12:31 PM

Send your Valentine a Boundary Waters e-card

Give a gift that's straight from the heart and help permanently protect the Boundary WatersDear John,Share your love of the Boundary Waters with your Valentine! Give a gift that's straight from the heart and help permanently protect the Boundary Waters. Make a donation and choose from our selection …

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  Save the BWCA · [email protected]

February 8, 2024 at 10:45 PM

News from the Boundary Waters

Read the latest updates from Canoe Country.Dear John, This legislative session, a new bill is being introduced in the MN State Legislature that would help safeguard the Rainy River Watershed from sulfide-ore copper mining. This new bill is being introduced by Rep. Sandra Feist and Senator Kelly Morr…

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  Save the BWCA · [email protected]

January 29, 2024 at 11:15 PM

Boundary Waters Permits for 2024 open on Wednesday 🛶

It’s that time of year again - Boundary Waters trip planning season! The first day to reserve 2024 Boundary Waters entry permits is THIS WEDNESDAY, January 31.   Hey John,  Have you started thinking about paddling season yet? Or maybe considering one of the hiking trails this year? It’s hard to beli…

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  Ingrid Lyons · [email protected]

January 25, 2024 at 10:24 PM

One-year anniversary of historic Boundary Waters mining ban: what's next?

Tomorrow is the one year anniversary of the historic mining ban near the Boundary Waters but these protections are only temporary. Dear John,  I can’t believe it’s already been a year, but tomorrow is the one-year anniversary of the Biden administration's historic decision to protect the headwaters …

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  Ingrid Lyons, Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]

January 24, 2024 at 5:53 PM

Don't miss out: Boundary Waters Gala tickets on sale soon 🎉

Mark your calendar for our new SPRING gala on May 2Hi John,  We are less than 100 days from our annual Boundary Waters Gala with a new spring date (!) We couldn’t be more excited to get together with you and our paddling community for an evening of delicious food, drinks, and advocacy to raise cruci…

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  Save the BWCA · [email protected]

January 12, 2024 at 4:50 PM

News from the Boundary Waters

Read the latest updates from Canoe Country. Dear John,  After years of our tireless work testing water quality, Birch Lake, a popular lake near the Boundary Waters, was finally recognized as polluted. This announcement sheds light on the ongoing pollution that has largely been ignored by state agen…

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  Save the Boundary Waters · [email protected]

January 3, 2024 at 2:13 PM

Thank you and Happy New Year ✨

We are starting 2024 strong with supporters like youHello John! Happy New Year! I know you’ve heard a lot from us recently, so I’ll keep this brief. Thank you for your continued commitment to the Campaign to Save the Boundary Waters. Because of the support of Wilderness Defenders like you, we surpas…

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  Ingrid Lyons, Save the BWCA · [email protected]

January 1, 2024 at 12:12 AM

Hours left to 3X your gift for the Boundary Waters

End this year with a lasting impact for the Boundary Waters.Dear John,  I’ll make this quick - we are $2,430 short of our $10,000 matching gift challenge. The funds we raise today are essential for us to continue our critical and much-needed work to permanently protect the Boundary Waters forever. T…

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  Becky Rom, Save the BWCA · [email protected]

December 31, 2023 at 10:10 PM

Just In: I'll 3X your gift for the Boundary Waters by midnight ⏰

My husband and I are triple matching donations, up to $10,000, until midnight tonight. Dear {First Name or “Wilderness Defender”},   As we approach the end of this historical year for Boundary Waters protections, my husband Reid and I decided to personally TRIPLE every gift you make for the Wilderne…

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  Steve Piragis · [email protected]

December 31, 2023 at 6:08 PM

$7,210 to go by midnight ⏰

John can you renew your support for the BWCA?Dear John, Steve here checking in from Ely. There are less than 12 hours left to make a tax-deductible gift this year and we still have $7,210 to raise before midnight. And right now, your gift will be DOUBLED thanks to a matching gift challenge, but this…

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  The Schrukes, Wintergreen Dogsled Lodge · [email protected]

December 31, 2023 at 1:48 PM

Midnight deadline: the Boundary Waters needs you

Something is abundantly clear: the Boundary Waters is unlike anywhere else on the planet. But this incredible place is at risk.Dear John,  As passionate explorers and proud owners of Wintergreen Dogsled Lodge in Ely, Minnesota, our family has had the privilege to travel and witness the beauty of ast…

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  Amy Freeman · [email protected]

December 30, 2023 at 10:20 PM

Sharing our beloved Boundary Waters with the world

Limited matching funds remain. Get your donation matched 2x today Limited funds remain: 2x matching gift challenge  Amy Freeman is a wilderness guide, explorer and author. Amy and her husband Dave have traveled over 50,000 miles by kayak, canoe, sailboat and dogsled through some of the world’s wilde…

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