New Hampshire Moose Lottery Deadline is Friday, May 25

If you haven’t submitted a lottery application and want a chance to hunt moose in New Hampshire this fall, then you better get moving! The deadline for entering the New Hampshire moose hunt lottery is Friday, May 25. This year, 275 lucky winners will be offered permits to participate in New Hampshire’s 2012 moose hunt, which runs from October 20 – 28. Last year’s statewide hunter success rate for moose was 71%.

It’s easy to enter. Visit http://www.huntnh.com to apply online or print out a mail-in application, or pick up a lottery application from any Fish and Game office or license agent. The entry fee is $15 for New Hampshire residents and $25 for nonresidents. Lottery applications for 2012 must be postmarked or submitted online by midnight Eastern Time, May 25, or delivered to N.H. Fish and Game headquarters in Concord before 4 p.m. that day.

Applications submitted by mail must be postmarked no later than midnight, May 25, 2012, to be eligible for the lottery. If submitting a paper application by mail on May 25, take it to the post office and try to have it postmarked while you are there; just dropping it in a mailbox does not ensure that it will be postmarked by the deadline.

A word to the wise: Apply online if you can; it greatly reduces the chance of leaving information off or making a mistake. And please don’t wait until the very last minute. Late or incomplete applications are not accepted. Applicants can enter the moose hunt lottery only once each year.

A bonus point system improves the chances for unsuccessful applicants who apply each consecutive year. Don’t miss a year, or you’ll lose your points!

Winners will be selected through a computerized random drawing on June 15, 2012.

For more information on moose hunting in New Hampshire, visit http://www.huntnh.com/Hunting/Hunt_species/hunt_moose.htm.

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New Hampshire F&G: Seen Any Wild Turkey Broods? Report Your Findings to Us

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department is asking for the public’s help in tracking wild turkey broods in New Hampshire this spring and summer. It’s easy to take part. If you see groups of turkeys with young between May 15 and August 31, 2012, report your sightings to Fish and Game at its web-based turkey brood survey at http://www.wildnh.com/turkeybroodsurvey. This survey provides fish and game biologists with important information on turkey productivity, distribution, abundance, turkey brood survival and the timing of nesting and hatching.

“Last summer was the first year we held the online turkey brood survey and we were very pleased with the amount of public participation,” said Mark Ellingwood, the Wildlife Programs Administrator at N.H. Fish and Game. “We are excited to conduct the survey again this year and hope to increase the number of observations and number of towns where hen turkeys and poults are seen.”

In 2011, a total of 808 turkey broods were reported from all parts of the state between May and August. Over half of the brood sightings came from the southern part of the state, where populations are highest for both turkeys and people. This year, biologists are hoping to see an increase the number of reports of turkey broods in other areas, particularly in northern New Hampshire and along the western side of the state in Sullivan and Grafton counties.

The term “brood” refers to a family group of young turkeys accompanied by a hen. New Hampshire hens generally initiate egg-laying from mid-April to early May and complete their clutch of about 12 eggs in early to mid-May. Incubation lasts for 28 days, and most nests hatch from late May to mid-June. If incubating turkey eggs are destroyed or consumed by predators, hens often lay a replacement clutch of eggs that hatch late June through late July. Early spring weather is expected to result in an early hatch this year, as evidenced by several early May brood sightings. Reports of adult male turkeys are not being requested at this time.

Many factors can affect turkey productivity in any given year. Young turkeys are extremely sensitive to cool temperatures and rain, both because it can impact their health, and because these conditions adversely impact insect populations that are a critical source of nutrition for young turkeys. Since spring weather is highly variable, survival of the annual hatch of wild turkeys is also highly variable.

Turkey populations depend on a large annual influx of young turkeys to sustain themselves over time, so the number of young turkeys that survive to be “recruited” into the fall population is of great interest to turkey managers. A large sample of turkey brood observations collected throughout the summer can provide turkey managers with insight into the size of the “graduating class” of turkeys that will become adults. This explains why turkey managers throughout the country incorporate information from brood surveys into their management programs.

New this summer is a section of the survey intended to help assess public attitudes about wild turkeys in the state. Conducted in cooperation with the University of New Hampshire, data from the Summer Turkey Brood Survey and the recently completed 2012 Winter Turkey Flock Survey relating to public attitudes will be compiled and analyzed as part of a Master’s of Science project to assess public attitudes and interest in monitoring wild turkeys. It will also provide Fish and Game biologists with information that will enhance their ability to recruit and retain “citizen scientists.” The combined use of biological and human dimensions surveys will aid both turkey management and promote public participation in wildlife management overall.

The public attitudes survey is an addendum to the 2012 Summer Turkey Brood survey and is optional. Participants who fill out the public attitudes survey can enter a drawing to win 1 of 2 prints titled “Mother’s Work Is Never Done,” which features a turkey hen and her chicks. The numbered and signed prints were graciously donated by New Hampshire wildlife artist Jim Collins, designer of the New Hampshire Conservation License Plate (moose plate) and several migratory waterfowl stamps.

Fish and Game relies on citizen participation to get as much turkey brood data as possible through this important survey.  The survey will close on August 31, 2012, and results will be posted on the Department’s website this fall. To report your turkey brood observations starting May 15, go tohttp://www.wildnh.com/turkeybroodsurvey.

Wildlife research and management in New Hampshire is funded in part by Federal Aid in Wildlife Restoration, a user-pay, user-benefit program supported by your purchase of fishing tackle, firearms, ammunition, archery equipment and motorboat fuels.

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department is the guardian of the state’s fish, wildlife and marine resources and their habitats. Visit http://www.wildnh.com.

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Introduction to Trapping Workshop to be Held June 2 in New Hampshire

Learn what skills you need to become a first-time trapper in New Hampshire at a free workshop being offered at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s Owl Brook Hunter Education Center in Holderness, N.H. The workshop will take place from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 2, 2012. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. To register, call the Owl Brook Hunter Education Center at (603) 536-3954. This is not a Trapper Education Certification course.

At the workshop, veteran trappers Dick Lafluer, Dwight Pennel and his wife Bonnie, as well as Fish and Game wildlife biologist Jill Kilborn, will give participants a basic overview of New Hampshire’s furbearers and how to set up and manage your own trap line.

The workshop will cover topics such as basic trapping safety, trapping equipment, selective trapping techniques, using best management practices, trap preparation and care as well as fur handling and preparation. The instructors have many years of experience in trapping, so bring all your questions.

Note that this workshop does not include lunch; participants are welcome to bring food and drink.

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New Hampshire Moose Lottery Deadline is May 25

Want to hunt moose in New Hampshire this fall? The deadline for entering the New Hampshire moose hunt lottery is May 25, 2012. It costs just $15 for residents and $25 for non-residents to enter the lottery for a chance at the adventure of a lifetime. A total of 275 permits will be issued. The state’s moose hunt will run from October 20 – 28, 2012. Last year, the statewide hunter success rate was 71%.

Each applicant can enter the lottery once a year. A bonus point system improves the chances for unsuccessful applicants who apply each consecutive year. Don’t miss a year, or you’ll lose your points! Hunters who are drawn and accept a permit are not eligible to enter the lottery or apply for a bonus point for the following three years.

Apply now by visiting http://www.huntnh.com/Hunting/Hunt_species/hunt_moose.htm, where you can apply online or print out a mail-in application. Lottery applications for 2012 must be postmarked or submitted online by midnight Eastern Time, May 25, 2012, or delivered to N.H. Fish and Game headquarters in Concord before 4:00 p.m. that day.

Whether you’re applying online or with a paper application, don’t wait until the last minute to apply! To minimize the chance of an error, applicants are encouraged to apply online at http://www.huntnh.com. If you are submitting a paper application, allow yourself a little extra time in case your application is incomplete or not filled out properly. If this happens before the deadline, your application will be returned and, if there’s time, you can correct and resubmit. Every year Fish and Game gets a few last-minute paper applications that cannot be corrected in time, as well as calls from disappointed folks who waited until the last minute to apply online and missed the deadline because of a computer glitch.

For more information on moose hunting in New Hampshire, visit http://www.huntnh.com/Hunting/Hunt_species/hunt_moose.htm.

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Wild Turkey Winter Flock Survey Results In for New Hampshire

Results are in from the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s fourth annual wild turkey winter flock survey, in which the public participates by reporting their turkey flock sightings online. Wild turkey watchers submitted their observations from January 1 through March 31, 2012. During that time, people reported seeing 1,180 wild turkey flocks across the state, representing a total of 20,295 individual turkeys. This was down a bit from last year’s winter flock survey (2011), in which observers recorded 1,497 flocks and 27,521 turkeys.

Fewer sightings does not mean we have fewer turkeys in the state, explains Fish and Game Wildlife Biologist Ted Walski. He estimates New Hampshire’s turkey population as holding steady at about 40,000 birds. The most likely reason for why fewer turkey flocks were reported was because the 2011-2012 winter was one of the mildest the state has seen in over 40 years. The lack of snow cover this winter allowed turkeys to move around more easily. In addition, an abundant fall mast crop of acorns, beechnuts, apples, white ash seeds and various other seeds and fruits, encouraged turkeys to stay in the woods and feed on natural foods rather than congregating at birdfeeders and farm sites. This also explains why large flocks of 100 or more were not as common this year. Most flocks observed were in the range of 20 to 30 turkeys.

Southeastern New Hampshire, particularly in Rockingham and Hillsborough counties, produced the most flock reports and the highest total turkey count. Observers in the region reported a total of 923 flocks and 15,611 turkeys. This part of the state included all 23 towns with the most flocks of turkeys reported per town, and the most total turkeys per town.

As expected, people in northern New Hampshire saw fewer turkeys. Observers reported a total of 23 flocks of turkeys from 13 towns in Coos County, for a total of 331 turkeys, and an average of 14.4 turkeys per flock. This was not surprising in an area with a small human population, as well as a low turkey population.

In their reports, observers recorded whether the turkeys were feeding, the type of food the birds were eating, and the type of habitat they were seen in. Of the total flocks observed, about a third (359 flocks) were using birdfeeders, and most of these flocks were in southeastern New Hampshire. Other types of food usage recorded included corn in ensilage or livestock manure, apples or crabapples, acorns or beechnuts, birdseed at birdfeeders, grasses/greens and dried berries. As for habitat, 72% (851 flocks) were spotted in rural areas, 26% in suburban settings, and 2% were seen in urban areas.

“Many thanks to all the people throughout the state who took time to contribute their wild turkey flock observations during the winter of 2012,” said Walski. ”All these reports contribute greatly to a more comprehensive knowledge of the yearly status of behavior, habitat use, food usage, abundance and distribution of wild turkeys throughout various regions of the state.”

This year’s winter flock survey included a new section, done in cooperation with the University of New Hampshire, intended to help assess public attitudes about wild turkeys in the state. Preliminary results are encouraging. About 15% of all survey participants completed the optional human dimensions survey. Nearly all respondents (about 98%) indicated they participated in the survey to help agency biologists manage the wild turkey population; they enjoyed observing turkeys; and they felt turkeys contribute to New Hampshire’s quality of life. The optional survey will continue this summer as part of Fish and Game’s online Turkey Brood Survey.

Data from the winter and summer human dimensions surveys will be compiled and analyzed as part of a Masters of Science project to assess public attitudes and interest in monitoring wild turkeys and to provide Fish and Game biologists with information that will enhance their ability to recruit and retain “citizen scientists.”

“The combined use of biological and human dimensions surveys will aid both turkey management and promote public participation in wildlife management overall,” said Allison Keating, a Fish and Game program planner and the UNH graduate student coordinating the research.

To read the full report on the 2012 winter flock survey, visit http://www.wildnh.com/turkeysurvey.

In addition to the winter flock survey, N.H. Fish and Game conducts a spring/summer turkey brood survey in which the public is invited to report sightings of New Hampshire flocks that include hens with young turkeys from May 15 to August 31 each year. Watch http://www.wildnh.com for information on this and other citizen science opportunities.

Turkey management in New Hampshire is supported by license fees and federal funds from the Wildlife Restoration Program.

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8 Reasons to Collect Antique Shorebird Decoys

More than just decorative accents on a mantel or bookshelf, antique wooden duck and goose decoys have long lured collectors. Less well-known – and just as collectible – are carved shorebirds, which are attractive folk art pieces and valued collectors’ items. Decoy collecting as a whole has become so popular during the last decade that masterpiece shorebird decoys have sold for more than $800,000.

“Many men – and women – like shorebirds,” says Russ Goldberger of RJG Antiques in Rye, NH, one of the country’s top dealers of antique decoys and American folk art. “Waterfowl and bird watching are popular and shorebird decoys are among the last areas to be discovered in American folk art. They’re also decorative and easy to display.”

What are Shorebirds?

Shorebirds, also known as beach birds, range in size from tiny “peeps” (about the size of a sparrow) to curlews (larger than some ducks). Distinguished by their skinny legs and thin bills, they live on tidal beaches and frequent migratory routes along the East and West Coasts of the United States, and also the Midwest.

Why Collect Shorebird Decoys?

Hunting of shorebirds was banned nearly 100 years ago and, subsequently, decoys vanished. Now, they’re prized by collectors. Goldberger offers these tips on collecting antique shorebird decoys and what to look for:

Shorebird decoys are valuable because they’re an important part of American waterfowl hunting and decoy history.

Shorebird decoys are rare. Many have been damaged or lost due to age and delicacy.

Highly collectible shorebird decoys were made by craftsmen or hunters and come in a wide variety of species, plumages, regions, and makers, available in many price ranges.

Collect authentic shorebird decoys that are 100+ years old. Make sure the dealer or auction house guarantees the age of your choices.

Buy shorebird decoys in original condition. Shorebirds with original paint and original bills are more valuable. Bills are the most delicate part of a shorebird decoy and easily damaged. A replaced bill should be reflected in the decoy’s reduced price.

Buy what you like regardless of who made it. Many fine shorebird decoys were crafted by unknown makers who created a small group of decoys for their own use.

Consider pieces by contemporary carvers. These are highly collectible, but buy them as modern recreations, not antiques. The price should reflect the decoy’s age.

Shorebirds are beautiful and visually arresting when displayed.

History of Shorebird Decoys

Most shorebird species in New England and the Southeast were hunted for sport and food during the 19th and early 20th centuries. American hunters used decoys as part of their practice, making shorebird decoys from painted wood, but also papier-mâché, tin, and leather (decoy factories, such as the Mason Decoy Factory in Detroit, MI, also marketed numerous decoys to hunters). American shorebird decoys rarely have legs; they were placed on sticks which were pressed into beach sand. The decoys were very effective: shorebirds were easy targets and large flocks could be shot at once.

Large-scale hunting decimated shorebird populations to such a degree that, in 1918, President Woodrow Wilson signed into law the Federal Migratory Bird Treaty Act, banning the hunting of most shorebird species in the U.S. Once hunting was banned, shorebird decoys became unnecessary so many were burned, thrown away or relegated to barns or hunting shacks. Few survived, which makes them so valuable to collectors today.

“Shorebird decoys represent one of the last areas to be discovered in American folk art,” says Goldberger. “They not only remind people of hunting – still a popular sport among thousands of Americans – and the outdoors, but the joys of coastal life. They’re very much products of American history.” For detailed information about the history of shorebird decoys visit RJG Antiques’ website.

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2011 New Hampshire Wildlife Harvest Summary Available

A rich source of information for future hunts is now out from the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department. The newly published “2011 New Hampshire Wildlife Harvest Summary” summarizes data gathered by wildlife biologists from the various 2011 New Hampshire hunting seasons. This annual publication provides a complete breakdown of 2011 hunting season statistics, including many totals by town and Wildlife Management Unit (WMU). Statistics are provided for deer, moose, bear, turkey and furbearers.

The “2011 N.H. Wildlife Harvest Summary” is available online at http://www.wildlife.state.nh.us/pubs/hunting.html. A limited number of print copies are available for pick-up at the N.H. Fish and Game Department in Concord and at Fish and Game’s regional offices in Durham, New Hampton, Lancaster and Keene, N.H.

The report confirms that the total number of deer killed during the 2011 N.H. hunting season was 11,109. This was an increase of 14% from the 9,759 deer taken by hunters in N.H. in 2010. According to the report, recent limitations on either-sex hunting have helped speed up deer population recovery in much of the state. Of the total harvest, archery hunters took 2,787 deer; the muzzleloader kill was 2,251; and “regular” firearms hunters took 5,596 deer.

The Harvest Summary includes data from the N.H. Trophy Deer Program, run by the N.H. Antler and Skull Trophy Club, which annually recognizes hunters who take deer with a weight of 200 pounds or more by each of three hunting methods (archery, muzzleloader and regular firearms). For 2011, the heaviest deer (245 pounds) was taken by Jon B. Dunkling of Williamstown, VT, using a muzzleloader.

Hunters took 418 black bears during the 2011 season, a 41% decrease from the 2010 level and a 27% decline from the preceding 5-year average of 574 bears. The reduced bear harvest last fall appeared to be the direct result of abundant and diverse mast crops across much of the state. Abundant food decreased the need for bears to travel far in search of food. Generally speaking, current bear population management goals aim for stabilization in the north, population reduction in the White Mountains region, and allowance for measured growth in central and southern parts of the state.

Moose hunters saw a lot of moose activity in 2011, thanks to cool, rainy weather. A total of 290 moose were taken during the nine-day season. Moose hunters’ overall success rate was 71%. Hunters traveled from 16 states to participate, but New Hampshire residents took 81% of the moose harvested. The oldest hunter was Robert Houle, a 78-year-old man who took a 900-pound bull in Wildlife Management Unit C2. The youngest moose hunter was 9-year-old Dylan Douglas, who took a cow weighing 500 pounds in WMU J2.

Turkey hunters registered a total of 3,672 wild turkeys during the 2011 spring gobbler season and youth hunt, very similar to the previous year. Youth Turkey Hunt Weekend participants accounted for 14.2% of the spring total. During the fall turkey season, a total of 643 birds were taken, 432 during the fall shotgun season and 211 by archers.

During the 2010/2011 trapping season, New Hampshire trappers continued to provide valuable benefits to the state’s citizenry. Trapper harvest, under the guidance of carefully regulated trapping programs, helps maintain furbearer populations at desired biological and social levels. Data that trappers provide in annual trapper reports are essential for furbearer population management decision-making. Finally, the expertise that trappers provide to state, municipal and private interests in resolving wildlife/human conflicts represents an invaluable public service.

The new Harvest Summary reports that New Hampshire furbearers remain abundant and widespread. A total of 497 trappers held licenses in N.H. last season, a 7% increase from the previous year. Average pelt values increased from the previous year for most species. Only coyote experienced a decrease in pelt value. The value of the 2010/11 fur harvest was $89,477, based on average pelt values and the total amount of fur harvested in New Hampshire.

Wildlife research and management activities in New Hampshire, including production of the annual Wildlife Harvest Summary, are funded through Federal Aid in Wildlife Restoration, a user-pay, user-benefit program supported by your purchase of firearms, ammunition and archery equipment.

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Enter the Lottery Now for a Chance to Hunt Moose in New Hampshire this Fall

If you want to hunt moose in New Hampshire this fall, now is the time enter the lottery and try your luck on the adventure of a lifetime. Applications for the lottery cost $15 for residents and $25 for non-residents (nonrefundable) and are available online at http://www.huntnh.com or from any Fish and Game license agent. A total of 275 permits are proposed to be issued in this year’s lottery. The deadline for entering the 2012 lottery is May 25, 2012. New Hampshire’s moose hunt runs from October 20 – 28, 2012.

“New Hampshire offers a variety of quality moose hunting opportunities,” said Kristine Rines, Moose Project Leader for the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department. “Whether you’re looking for a trophy bull, a wilderness hunting adventure or simply filling your freezer with meat, you can expect the moose hunt to fulfill your expectations, right here in New Hampshire. Most permits are for the taking of either a male or female, giving hunters greater opportunities to fill their tags, and, except in the Southeast region, the state still has large undeveloped areas in which to hunt.”

The state’s current moose population is estimated at about 4,500 animals. Last year, the statewide hunter success rate was 71%.

Each applicant can enter the lottery once a year. Everyone who enters the lottery has a chance at being drawn. A bonus point system improves the chances for unsuccessful applicants who apply each consecutive year. Don’t miss a year, or you’ll lose your points! Hunters who are drawn and accept a permit are not eligible to enter the lottery or apply for a bonus point for the following three years.

Apply now by visiting N.H. Fish and Game at http://www.huntnh.com (you can apply online or print out a mail-in application). Lottery applications for 2012 must be postmarked or submitted online by midnight Eastern Time, May 25, 2012, or delivered to N.H. Fish and Game headquarters in Concord before 4 p.m. that day. Applicants are encouraged to apply online and early since there is less chance of submitting an incomplete application.

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Improvements to New Hampshire’s Online Hunter Education Course Help Students Learn How to be Safe and Successful

Students taking New Hampshire’s online hunter safety course at hunter-ed.com/newhampshire will experience a variety of new features designed to provide a high-quality educational experience that is easy and fun. One feature that remains the same is hunter-ed.com is approved by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department and contains the same material that’s taught in the classroom.

The new version of hunter-ed.com/newhampshire offers an optional narration feature that allows students to listen, read or both. Exam questions also are read out loud and include illustrations to help students recall what they’ve learned.

In addition, New Hampshire’s online hunter safety course is designed to engage students with a combination of detailed illustrations, animations and short blocks of text. Using this mix of teaching methods helps students quickly grasp course concepts. Plus, they can review the material at hunter-ed.com/newhampshire at their convenience.

Students can study for free at hunter-ed.com/newhampshire. Those who must receive their hunter education certification to obtain a hunting license pay a one-time fee, which is due only if they pass the test. Students can take the test as many times as they need to pass it. To complete the hunter education requirements for New Hampshire, students must pass the online and field day portions of the course. Before completing the online course, students should check for availability of a field day.

Under New Hampshire hunting law, hunters and trappers must attend training courses specific to the license type they wish to purchase. Individuals may purchase a New Hampshire hunting, archery or trapping license by showing a certificate of completion from the appropriate course, or a previously issued license of the same type. Students must be at least 15 years or older to get their certification online. To take the online portion of the hunter education course, visit www.hunter-ed.com/newhampshire.

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Turkey Hunting Shot Patterning and Safety Clinic Offered Apr. 7 in New Hampshire

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Hunter Education Program, in cooperation with Morse Sporting Goods of Hillsborough, will host a Turkey Hunting Shot Patterning and Safety Clinic on Saturday, April 7, 2012, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Morse Sporting Goods, 85 Contoocook Falls Road, Hillsbosough, NH.

The clinic will be an opportunity for hunters to have the valuable experience of experimenting with an array of various turkey loads by different manufacturers on an economical “shotshell by shotshell” basis. In other words, hunters will be able to try different loads by different manufacturers at various yardages, without purchasing an entire box of shells! Determine which loads work the best for you and your shotgun.

New Hampshire Fish and Game Hunter Education instructors will be on hand to assist new and veteran hunters. Shotguns and a variety of chokes will be available, as well.

“Knowledge of one’s firearm, its capabilities as well as limitations, makes us all safer and more ethical sportsmen,” said Steve Sweeney, a volunteer Hunter Education instructor who will help facilitate the clinic.

If you plan on attending the Turkey Hunting Patterning Clinic or have any questions, please call Morse Sporting Goods at 603-464-3444.

New Hampshire’s spring turkey hunting season runs from May 3-31, 2012. The youth turkey hunting weekend takes place April 28-29, 2012. For more information on turkey hunting in New Hampshire, and online license sales, visit http://www.huntnh.com/Hunting/Hunt_species/hunt_turkey.htm.

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