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MINNEWASKA STATE PARK PRESERVE

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Minnewaska State Park Preserve

For current weather conditions at the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center, please see
the following link.

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Awosting Beach Closure due to Lifeguard Shortage

Awosting Beach will be closed on the following dates: 8/27, 8/28 & 8/29.
Swimming will only be permitted at the lifeguarded Lake Minnewaska Beach on
these days.

Address
5281 Route 44-55
Kerhonkson, NY 12446

  Palisades Region
Latitude 41.735149
Longitude -74.239037
  Directions
 * General Information: (845) 255-0752
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RESTRICTIONS









 * There are no trash cans at this park preserve, please carry in and carry out
   everything you bring. 
 * Alcoholic beverages and glass containers are not permitted.
 * Swimming is NOT permitted in any streams or waterfalls. 
 * Type 2 and Type 3 ebikes (electric bikes) are not permitted. 
 * Barbequing/cooking is not permitted.
 * The use of motorized scooters, skateboards, and one wheels are NOT
   permitted. 
 * The use of drones is prohibited. 
 * Amplified music is prohibited. 
 * Buses and equestrian use are only permitted on non-holiday weekdays.









PARKING AND EARLY CLOSURES

Lake Minnewaska and Sam's Point are experiencing extensive congestion on
good-weather days and both sites are subject to intermittent closures as parking
lots reach capacity. Please respect our neighbors and surrounding communities,
do not park on adjacent roadway shoulders.

PET POLICY

Dogs only, must be on a leash not more than 6 feet. Not allowed in buildings,
camping, picnic or bathing areas or on walkways. Pets are NOT permitted at
beaches or on the cross-country ski trails when they are groomed and open for
cross-country skiing only. Please clean up after your dog and dispose of
properly.

LIVE MINNEWASKA WEATHER

For current weather conditions at the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center, please see
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Located in Ulster County, NY Minnewaska State Park Preserve is situated on the
dramatic Shawangunk Mountain ridge, which rises more than 2,000 feet above sea
level and is surrounded by rugged, rocky terrain. The park features numerous
waterfalls, three crystalline sky lakes, dense hardwood forests, incising sheer
cliffs and ledges opening to beautiful views, clear streams cut into valleys, 35
miles of carriage roads and 50 miles of footpaths on which to bike, walk, hike
and simply enjoy. And, all this within an hour and a half drive from New York
City. 




Visitors can also enjoy hiking, biking, swimming, picnicking, scuba-diving,
rock-climbing, bouldering, boating and marveling at the scenery. Horseback
riding and cross-country ski trails are available as well. Technical Rock
Climbing permitted.  

Minnewaska State Park Preserve: Sam's Point Area: Sam's Point Preserve is
located on the highest section of the Shawangunk Mountains, is the most
southerly section of Minnewaska State Park Preserve. To further explore Sam's
Point, visit their calendar of events.

The Samuel F. Pryor III Shawangunk Gateway Campground provides a high quality,
minimalist camping experience for visitors to the breathtaking Shawangunk
Mountains. The tent-only campground includes a pavilion and cooking area,
bathhouse and restroom facilities, and circulation trails. There are 24 drive-in
spots (one vehicle per site) and 26 walk-in spots. All sites accommodate up to
two tents (and four people) per pad. Recreational vehicles are not permitted.
Camping is open mid-May through mid-November, weather permitting.

The campground, managed cooperatively by the American Alpine Club and Mohonk
Preserve, is located at 953 State Route 299 Gardiner, NY 12525, within a five
minute drive of the main entrances of Minnewaska State Park Preserve. Campground
office hours are 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday through Thursday; and 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Friday and Saturday. For additional information, please contact the campground
at: 303-951-4571, or visit the American Alpine Club lodging page at
http://lodging.americanalpineclub.org/ and click on the Sam F. Pryor III
Campground.

For more information and to register for programs, please call the Lake
Minnewaska Visitor Center at 845-255-0752. The Park Preserve opens daily at 9:00
AM and closing times vary throughout the year. The fee for parking at Minnewaska
is $10 per car. There are no additional fees for public programs, unless noted
otherwise. Minnewaska State Park Preserve consists of more than 24,000 acres of
wild and scenic land located on Route 44/55, five miles west of the intersection
with Route 299 in Gardiner, New York.

Water Quality - Beach Results

 

 



Pet Policy: Dogs only, must be on a leash not more than 6 feet. Not allowed in
buildings, camping, picnic or bathing areas or on walkways. PLEASE NOTE: Pets
are NOT permitted on cross-country ski trails when they are groomed and open for
cross-country skiing only. Please clean up after your dog and dispose of
properly.

Mailing Address
P.O. Box 893 New Paltz, NY 12561


HOURS OF OPERATION

 * Park Preserve hours: The current operating hours are 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
   
   
   

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   Swimming hours:
   
   
   The lifeguarded beaches at Lake Minnewaska and Lake Awosting are open for the
   season until September 2, 2024. The beaches are open seven days a week,
   weather and staff permitting, the following hours:
   
   
   Lake Minnewaska
   11:15 AM to 6:45 PM
   
   
   Lake Awosting
   11:30 AM to 5:30 PM
   
   
   Awosting Beach Closure:
   Awosting Beach will be closed on the following dates: 8/20, 8/21, 8/22, 8/24,
   8/25, 8/26, 8/27, 8/28 & 8/29. Swimming will only be permitted at the Lake
   Minnewaska beach on these days.
 * 


FEES & RATES

Most New York State Parks charge a vehicle use fee to enter the facility. Fees
vary by location and season. A list of entry fees and other park use fees is
available below. For fees not listed or to verify information, please contact
the park directly.

The easy-to-use Empire Pass card is $80 and your key to all-season enjoyment
with unlimited day-use entry at most facilities operated by State Parks and the
State Dept. of Environmental Conservation including forests, beaches, trails and
more. Purchase online or contact your favorite park for more information. Learn
more about our Admission Programs including the Empire Pass.

 * Vehicle Entry Fee
 * 

 * $10 per vehicle (under 15-person capacity). Any groups larger than 25 people
   must contact the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center prior to planned arrival and
   ask to speak with an office manager.
   
   
   
   3/10/24-4/14/24: 9am-7pm
   4/15/24-6/2/24: 9am-8pm
   6/3/24-7/28/24: 9am-9pm
   7/29/24-9/2/24: 9am-8pm
   9/3/24-10/7/24: 9am-7pm
   10/8/24-11/2/24: 9am-6pm
   11/3/24-3/8/25: 9am-5pm
   
   
   
   
   Bus Permits:
   Bus permit: $60
   Bus permit (not scheduled in advance): $150
   
   
   
   
   Buses are not permitted on weekends and holidays. Please call Lake Minnewaska
   Visitor Center and ask to speak with an office manager to schedule a bus.

 * 
 * Permits
 * 
 * Boat Permits:
   Seasonal Boat Permit: $35
   Daily Boat Permit: $5
   
   Horseback Riding Permits:
   Horseback Riding Day Permit: $5
   Horseback Riding Season Permit: $20
   
   Scuba Diving Permit:
   Scuba Diving Season Permit: $20
 * 
 * Picnicking
 * 
 * Site Fee: $200
 * 
 * Rock Climbing
 * 
 * Rock Climbing Day Pass:  $10
   Rock Climbing Season Pass:  $90
 * 
 * Winter Fees
 * 
 * Ski fees:
   $10 - Adult, $9 - Senior, $7 - Junior (17 and under)
   
   Snowshoe rental:
   $15/day - Adult, $14/day - 17 and under

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MAPS

New! Download this park's digital map to your iOS Apple and Android device.

 * Minnewaska State Park Preserve Trail Map

 * Climbing Area Map (pdf)
 * Winter Recreation Map (pdf)
 * Sam's Point Area Trail Map (pdf)
 * Minnewaska State Park Preserve Trail Map (pdf)

Highlights of Minnewaska State Park Preserve:

 * All along the trails and cliff edges of Minnewaska, visitors may encounter a
   globally rare forest of pitch pines. These evergreen trees, most often found
   in sand dunes along coastal areas, are uniquely adapted to survive and thrive
   from forest fires. Mountain laurel bushes, whose gorgeous pink and white
   flowers are abundant along trails in mid-June are often found in these same
   forests.
 * The Shawangunk Ridge, a 500-foot tall, prominent cliff that rises from the
   Hudson Valley, west of New Paltz, is comprised of extremely hard quartz rock.
   This white rock, which survived the erosive forces of glaciation, is covered
   with clues to that past. Look for numerous parallel scratches called glacial
   striations, patches of glossy, smooth rock called glacial polish, half-circle
   gouges called chatter marks and oddly-placed boulders called glacial
   erratics.
 * Minnewaska's striking geological formations also make it a world-class rock
   climbing site.
 * Minnewaska State Park Preserve is home to four sky lakes, with life guarded
   swimming areas in Lake Minnewaska and Lake Awosting during the summer
   swimming season. A sky lake is a pristine and often unusually clear lake that
   is fed only from rainwater.
 * The Shawangunk Ridge is an important corridor for migrating raptors. A
   well-timed fall visit to Minnewaska may yield sightings of kettles of
   raptors, which are large congregations of these predacious birds travelling
   south together. Minnewaska State Park Preserve is home to a Bird Conservation
   Area (BCA). Bring your binoculars and see what you can find!
 * The Education Department at Minnewaska offers environmental education and
   recreation programming for all ages, year-round. We will gladly design and
   lead an education program specifically to fit the needs of your club, school
   group or other organization and you pay only the parking fee. Call or write
   today at 845-255-0752 extension 5 or laura.conner@parks.ny.gov.

Look and listen for these birds at our Park Preserve:

 * Black Vulture
 * Black-throated Green Warbler
 * Blackburnian Warbler
 * Eastern Towhee
 * Hermit Thrush
 * Prairie Warbler

What will you see? Plan your visit today!

Everyone is a Steward: Be a Minnewaska State Park Hero!

 * Know the rules and concerns for the area you'll be visiting.
 * Leave rocks, plants and other natural objects as you find them.
 * Respect other visitors and their experience. Avoid excessive noise.
 * Share the trail. Keep to the right except to pass. When in doubt, give the
   other user the right of way. Warn people when you are planning to pass.
 * Respect wildlife and observe from a distance
 * Protect wildlife and your food by storing rations and trash securely.
 * Use extra caution when using headphones. You may not be able to hear
   warnings.
 * Don't litter.
 * Hike on established designated trails.
 * Do not throw rocks over the edge.
 * Do not move firewood between parks or transport it over large distances.

For more information, please read our Trail Tips!

When you enter or leave Lake Minnewaska or Tillson Lake:

 * Clean and remove all visible plants, animals, fish and mud from your boat,
   trailer and other equipment and dispose of it in a suitable trash container
   or on dry land.
 * Drain water from bilge, live wells, ballast tanks and any other locations
   with water before leaving the launch. Disinfect when possible.
 * Dry your boat and all equipment completely. At least 5 days of drying time is
   recommended. Drying times vary depending on weather and material.

Ask a Naturalist!

Q: What should I do if there is moss on my climbing route?

A: Leave it alone! Lichens, ferns and mosses are slow-growing. A palm-sized
patch of smooth rock tripe, one of the largest lichen species, can be up to
seventy-five years old.

Q: What kind of common snakes are found in the Park Preserve?

A: The northern water snake, often seen along the lake edge, and the black rat
snake are the two most common, non-venomous snakes found at Minnewaska State
Park Preserve. The timber rattlesnake (listed in New York as a threatened
species) and the northern copperhead are the only venomous snakes here. Like all
snakes, they are unlikely to attack unless provoked. Please do not harass snakes
and always keep your distance and respect any wildlife you may come across.

Q: I haven't been to Minnewaska State Park Preserve in 10 years or more and I
noticed that Lake Minnewaska looks different. What has changed?

A: The pH of the lake has increased, making it less acidic and allowing the
survival of an introduced bait fish, the golden shiner. These fish eat
zooplankton (tiny aquatic animals), who in turn eat phytoplankton (microscopic
aquatic plants). As the population of zooplankton has decreased, there has been
an increase in the abundance of algae, which greatly reduces water clarity. NYS
Parks staff have been working in coordination with SUNY New Paltz, DEC, and
Mohonk Preserve scientists to study these changes and propose management
activities to restore the quality of the lake. To see a scientific poster on
Lake Minnewaska's trophic changes, click here.

Please help us take care of the lake: don't dump fish or other animals in the
lake and clean your boat prior to putting it in the water.

Q: I just saw a black bear on the trail, what should I do?

A: Be cautious when encountering any wildlife; do not harass wildlife and give
them lots of space. Most bears will run away when they encounter a person. Be
especially cautious if you come across a female bear with cubs, as she is more
likely to be aggressive to protect her young. A general rule of thumb for bear
encounters is to quietly back away, do not make eye contact and do not get
between cubs and their mother. You can help to avoid potential contact with
bears by carrying-out your empty food and beverage containers. Litter can
attract bears and increase the likelihood of a negative interaction.

Q: How do I prepare for a visit to Minnewaska?

A: Minnewaska is essentially a wild land with few amenities for park visitors.
The only public water sources are located at the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center
and Sam's Point Visitor Center. Please come prepared with enough food and water
to sustain yourself for your visit and wear good walking shoes. Also, to avoid
getting lost, plan out your route using a trail map, allowing enough time to
complete your outing. Bring the trail map, a compass, a flashlight and a first
aid kit along with you.

DID YOU KNOW?

 * Minnewaska was originally built as a resort by Alfred Smiley in the 1870s,
   complete with two hotels and many amenities. However, Minnewaska was also
   designed to be a nature preserve. Its carriage roads and trails offered
   visitors the chance to enjoy and appreciate nature, setting the stage for its
   current incarnation as New York's largest state Park Preserve at 24,000
   acres.
 * Rock climbing on the Shawangunk Mountains began in 1935, when Fritz Wiessner
   established the "Old Route," the first rock-climbing route on the Ridge on
   Millbrook Mountain.
 * Lake Minnewaska historically supported a population of sphagnum moss that
   lived underwater. The moss was estimated to grow as deep as 36 feet.
 * The forests of Minnewaska have been intentionally burned by humans for
   hundreds of years, dating back to the Native Americans. Fire eliminates
   forest understory plants, such as shrubs and low growing trees, creating a
   more open forest which is better for hunting and travelling. More recently,
   up until the 1960s, fires were set by local residents referred to as the
   huckleberry pickers, in order to promote the growth of blueberry bushes,
   which were then harvested and sold in markets as far away as New York City.
 * A five-foot-tall pitch pine tree can be over 300 years old!



Public Programs
Minnewaska State Park Preserve offers public programs, free of charge, at the
Lake Minnewaska and Sam's Point areas.

View public programs by clicking on the "Upcoming Events" button on the right
side of this page.

School & Other Group Programs
Program Information on Environmental Education Programs available to School
Groups at Minnewaska State Park Preserve.

The maximum education program group size we can accommodate at Lake Minnewaska
is 30 students. Any larger groups that are interested in education programs can
be accommodated at the Sam's Point Area of Minnewaska State Park Preserve, as
staffing allows.




The Connect-Kids-to-Parks Field Trip Grant Program (Connect Kids) is designed to
connect students in New York State with nature and history. Each grant provides
reimbursement of up to $80 per student (and $160 for Special Education students)
for field trips to state and federal parks, forests, historic sites, fish
hatcheries and outdoor recreation areas.


Adult Learning Summer Series Programs
Minnewaska State Park Preserve is pleased to announce the Adult Learning Summer
Series, offered in July and August at the Lake Minnewaska and Sam's Point areas.

A brochure of the programs is available online and at our visitor centers.



Key BCA Criteria:

- Migratory concentration site

- Diverse species concentration site

- Species at risk site

- Bird research site

The Minnewaska BCA is located within the Minnewaska State Park Preserve. The
Preserve is located on the Shawangunk Mountain ridge, which rises more than
2,000 feet above sea level. The Minnewaska BCA has many spectacular rock
formations, soaring precipices, windswept ledges with pine barrens, fast-flowing
mountain streams, mountain lakes and several scenic waterfalls. The BCA is
especially important for its unfragmented forest, which supports a high
diversity of forest-dwelling bird species, and for its partnership with
researches studying birds and their habitats. The Nature Conservancy has
designated the entire ridge as one of the "Last Great Places." The Shawangunks,
including Minnewaska, are one of the highest priority areas for biodiversity
conservation in the northeastern United States. The Minnewaska BCA is part of
the Northern Shawangunk Mountains Important Bird Area.

Minnewaska is part of a migratory corridor that exists along the entire upland
plateau of the Northern Shawangunks. It is an exceptional example of a
characteristic higher elevation forest community with a high diversity of forest
dwelling species. The BCA includes birds of forest habitat including breeding
Northern Saw-whet Owl, Black-and-white Warbler, Black-throated Blue Warbler,
Canada Warbler, Eastern Wood-Pewee, Northern Flicker and Scarlet Tanager; and
breeding shrub/scrub species Eastern Towhee, Field Sparrow, Gray Catbird, Indigo
Bunting and Prairie Warbler. Species at risk include a pair of Peregrine Falcons
(Endangered) that nest on the cliff face.

Download a copy of the BCA map.

Deer hunting is allowed in specific areas of the park preserve during hunting
season.  Minnewaska's hunting dates coincide with the NYS DEC hunting dates.
Bow, rifle/shotgun/pistol, crossbow and muzzleloader hunting is permitted.
Anyone interested in hunting on Minnewaska State Park Preserve lands must get a
free hunting permit.  Permits for Minnewaska and the Sam's Point Area can be
obtained by completing the application under the attachments tab and emailing
over to Terri.McNeil@parks.ny.gov.  If you complete your application this way
your permit will be sent back to you electronically or you can mail your
completed application to one of the addresses listed below. 

Minnewaska State Park Preserve, PO Box 893, New Paltz, NY 12561   Attn:  Terri
McNeil

Sam's Point Preserve, PO Box 86, Cragsmoor, NY 12486

All hunters must have their current hunting license first because we require
your NYS Hunting License ID # on the application.  Your license ID # is shown
directly under your printed name on your carcass tags or at a 90° angle on the
right side of your license.  It is not your DOC #.  Failure to provide the
correct number will void your permit.  After hunting season ends, all
hunters are required to complete and send back the park questionnaire by
1/15/24.  

In-person permits will not be issued this year due to COVID.

 * Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease (EHD) Info
 * EHD FAQ's
 * For hunting permit applications, questionnaire and maps, see the "Documents"
   section below.

Wed 28 Aug
Junior Naturalists for Families at Minnewaska: “How About That Habitat?”
Wednesday, August 28, 2024 09:30 AM - 01:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Snakes, birds, and bears, oh my! Join SCA/AmeriCorps Environmental Educator,
Josh Grosse, and learn about the various habitats that Minnewaska provides for
these animals. This program will also include a half-mile walk to the Beacon
Hill field, where we will play a game about finding the right resources for
different animals' habitats before we return to the Nature Center. To finish out
our time together, Junior Naturalists will make their own mini "habitat in a
box" for a native animal of their choosing, using model trees, mosses, paints,
and more. This program is recommended for children between the ages of seven to
twelve years old, accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of 18.
Well-behaved younger siblings are always welcome. Meet at the Lake Minnewaska
Visitor Center. Pre-registration is required by calling the Minnewaska Visitor
Center at 845-255-0752.
Registration: Required
Thu 29 Aug
Adult Learning Summer Series: Birding Talk and Walk at Minnewaska – Fall
Migration
Thursday, August 29, 2024 09:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Every autumn, millions of songbirds and hawks take to the skies as they fly
south to their winter habitats. Learn where and when to look for this amazing
feat of nature during a presentation by Nick Martin, Park Educator. After this
discussion, we will go for a slow-paced walk of up to two miles on the carriage
roads near Lake Minnewaska. Participants should come well-prepared with enough
food and water to sustain themselves for the outing. Participants are also
encouraged to bring binoculars if they have them. If not, a few pairs will be
available for participants to borrow. Meet at the Lake Minnewaska Visitor
Center. Pre-registration is required by calling the Lake Minnewaska Visitor
Center at 845-255-0752.
Registration: Required
Fri 30 Aug
Birding at the Gardiner Library
Friday, August 30, 2024 08:00 AM - 09:30 AM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Are you interested in birds or birding? Join Nick Martin, Park Educator, for
bird walks, starting at the Gardiner Library. During this program, we will take
an approximately one mile walk on the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail and wander
through Majestic Park, which can be muddy and wet, especially after a rainfall.
Participants are encouraged to wear waterproof boots or shoes and bring
binoculars and a birding field guide, or a smart device with a field guide
installed. Interested participants are welcome to attend one or all Friday
programs. The total number of participants for this program is limited to
fifteen individuals. Meet at the Gardiner Library, in the lower parking area. No
pre-registration is required. For more information, please contact the Gardiner
Library directly at 845-255-1255 or email Nicholas.Martin@parks.ny.gov
Sat 31 Aug
Hike to Lake Awosting and Back at Minnewaska
Saturday, August 31, 2024 09:30 AM - 02:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
(845) 255-0752

Join Nick Martin, Park Educator, for an approximately six-mile hike to Lake
Awosting. Starting from the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center, we'll follow Lake
Minnewaska Carriage Road down to the intersection with Upper Awosting Carriage
Road, which we'll walk until we reach Blueberry Run Footpath. From here, we'll
hike this trail until the intersection with Lower Awosting Carriage Road, taking
a stop at the Peter's Kill stream along the way. From Lower Awosting, we'll hike
out this trail until we reach Lake Awosting. We'll rest along the lake edge,
taking in the scenery while we have our lunches. Once we are ready to resume,
we'll continue on the Lake Awosting Carriage Road to reach Upper Awosting
Carriage Road, which we'll follow all the way back to our starting point. The
footpath section of this hike has uneven terrain that may be wet and muddy,
though the carriage road sections are relatively easy hiking. Meet at the Lake
Minnewaska Visitor Center. Pre-registration is required by calling the Lake
Minnewaska Visitor Center at 845-255-0752.
Registration: Required
Sat 31 Aug
Summer Tree Identification at the Cragsmoor Library
Saturday, August 31, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
(845) 647-4611

Join Becca Howe-Parisio, Sam's Point Environmental Educator, for a lesson on
tree identification. We will wander around the outside of the Library to look at
the trees and learn how to identify them using a field guide. We will color tree
booklets that you can take home to identify trees in your own yard. This program
is recommended for children aged six years old and up, accompanied by a parent
or guardian over the age of 18. Meet at the Cragsmoor Free Library.
Pre-registration is required by calling April Marl, Library Program Coordinator
at 845-647-4611 or by emailing April@cragsmoorfreelibrary.info.
Registration: Required
View all events for Minnewaska State Park Preserve

 * Park Description
 * Hours Of Operation
 * Fees & Rates
 * Getting There
 * Maps
 * Nature Up Close
 * Education
 * Bird Conservation Areas
 * Hunting
 * Upcoming Events

Did You Know? The Park Preserve has four sky lakes, with swimming at Lake
Minnewaska & Lake Awosting.


AMENITIES INFORMATION

 * Amenities
 * Biking * Biking permitted only on designated carriage roads. Helmets required
   for all bikers. Speed limit 15MPH. Class 1 eBikes are only type of eBike
   allowed.
 * Equestrian Trails * A permit issued by Minnewaska is required.
 * Gift Shop
 * Hiking
 * Hunting * Deer Hunting only. A hunting permit issued by Minnewaska is
   required.
 * Snowshoeing/X-Country Skiing
 * Swimming Beach * Pets are NOT permitted on beaches. Beaches open June 15 to
   Labor Day
 * Visitor Center
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