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SUMMARY:Invertebrate Investigation
DESCRIPTION:Search for insects and arthropods who call tallgrass prairies home.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/invertebrate-investigation/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County
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SUMMARY:Red Gate Woods: The Dawning of the Atomic Age
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the world’s first nuclear reactor from scientist\, Dave Dolak. Presentation at Sagawau before strenuous hike at Red Gate Woods. Ages 18 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/red-gate-woods-the-dawning-of-the-atomic-age-2/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Fitness,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Southwest Cook County
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SUMMARY:Listening to Nature
DESCRIPTION:W. Long will lead us in an exploration of the soundscape via the trails of the Sagawau Environmental Learning Center. Ages 13 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/listening-to-nature-2/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods,Youth
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SUMMARY:Arach-tober: The Return of the Eight-legged Creatures
DESCRIPTION:Learn about spiders and why they aren’t so scary.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/arach-tober-the-return-of-the-eight-legged-creatures/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,Southwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T130000
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SUMMARY:Music in Nature
DESCRIPTION:Migration is adaptive\, exploratory\, brave\, exhilarating\, ancestral. Missing Piece\, a Chicago-based violin/cello duo\, expresses the beauty and the challenge of migration in this particular time and place through sound and music. Enjoy a performance of multiple short works of composers and poets who themselves have personal experience with migration across states\, nations\, and generations to express the thoughts\, feelings\, and sounds on the subject: Luis Fernando Amaya (Mexico/Norway)\, Ilana Waniuk (Canada/US)\, Myra Hinrichs (US)\, Shi-An Costello (US)\, Anton Riehl (US)\, Clara Takarabe (US)\, Kyle Churney (US)\, Akari Komura (Japan/US)\, Kenji (Costa Rica/Japan/US). Following the performance\, there will be a guided nature walk.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/music-in-nature/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Music,Southwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T090000
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CREATED:20260811T183551Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Banding
DESCRIPTION:Observe bird banding and talk with banders. Drop-in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-banding-3/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Southwest Cook County
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SUMMARY:Ecological Restoration Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Help restore Sagawau’s diverse ecosystems by removing invasive plant species.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/ecological-restoration-weekend/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southwest Cook County,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260920T090000
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SUMMARY:Bird Banding
DESCRIPTION:Observe bird banding and talk with banders. Drop-in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-banding-2/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Southwest Cook County
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist as we look for local birds. A limited supply of binoculars available for loan at select events.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-walk-8/
LOCATION:Palos Park Woods-North
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T130000
DTSTAMP:20260814T192346Z
CREATED:20260811T184332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T192346Z
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SUMMARY:Monarchs
DESCRIPTION:Learn how monarchs make their journey to Mexico during a presentation\, followed by a hike.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/monarchs/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Southwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260913T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260913T120000
DTSTAMP:20260814T191703Z
CREATED:20260811T183421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T191703Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Banding
DESCRIPTION:Observe bird banding and talk with banders. Drop-in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-banding/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Southwest Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T160000
DTSTAMP:20260817T185357Z
CREATED:20260811T184138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T185357Z
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SUMMARY:Hummingbird Photography Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join nature photographer\, Jim Vincent to learn how and when to take amazing pictures of hummingbirds using your camera and cell phone. The indoor presentation with a Q&A session will be followed by outdoor observation and photography. Jim will share his top tips to set-up your garden for optimal photos and what gear works best for your skill level. Learn about composition\, backgrounds\, and using available light. Jim enjoys being a Midwest photographer and visits local nature centers and forest preserves frequently.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/hummingbird-photography-workshop/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Birding,Education,Photography,Southwest Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260906T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260906T103000
DTSTAMP:20260811T183945Z
CREATED:20260811T183945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T183945Z
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SUMMARY:Fall in the Prairie
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist as we take in the sights and sounds of fall in the prairie. Ages 18 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fall-in-the-prairie/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260905T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260905T130000
DTSTAMP:20260811T183810Z
CREATED:20260811T183810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T183810Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Bees
DESCRIPTION:Experience fall bees during a guided hike with sweep-netting.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fall-bees/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260830T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260830T110000
DTSTAMP:20260710T210850Z
CREATED:20260514T191738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T210850Z
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SUMMARY:Happy Hummingbirds
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Hummingbird Garden to watch and learn about hummingbirds\, gardening and feeder maintenance. English and Spanish. Drop in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/happy-hummingbirds/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Gardening,Southwest Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T130000
DTSTAMP:20260828T145639Z
CREATED:20260514T191436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T145639Z
UID:10013212-1788008400-1788008400@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Listening to Nature
DESCRIPTION:Rescheduled for October 3\, 2026: https://fpdcc.com/event/listening-to-nature-2/ \nW. Long will lead us in an exploration of the soundscape via the trails of the Sagawau Environmental Learning Center. Ages 13 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/listening-to-nature/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260823T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260823T103000
DTSTAMP:20260514T191218Z
CREATED:20260514T191218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T191218Z
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SUMMARY:Insect Investigation
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist as we investigate this fascinating group of organisms.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/insect-investigation/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T130000
DTSTAMP:20260710T210840Z
CREATED:20260514T191013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T210840Z
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SUMMARY:The Jewels of Mexico
DESCRIPTION:An indoor presentation explores the legend of hummingbirds and their cultural significance in Mexico. Followed by walk to hummingbird garden.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/the-jewels-of-mexico-3/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Gardening,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Southwest Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T140000
DTSTAMP:20260710T210809Z
CREATED:20260514T190849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T210809Z
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SUMMARY:Hummingbird Fest
DESCRIPTION:Let’s celebrate hummingbirds and learn how they connect nature\, people and culture. View hummingbirds in the garden\, chat with naturalist staff all things hummingbirds\, visit interactive stations to learn about migration\, behaviors\, and physiology\, make crafts and more! A cultural performance by Xochitl-Quetzal will take place at 10:30 am.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/hummingbird-fest-3/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Arts & Crafts,Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,Nature Play,Southwest Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260802T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260802T090000
DTSTAMP:20260515T205818Z
CREATED:20260514T184619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T205818Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Banding
DESCRIPTION:Visit Sagawau’s bird banders to see and learn about banding. Drop in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-banding-10/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Southwest Cook County
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SUMMARY:Hummingbird Trivia
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a day of trivia to learn about hummingbirds in our hummingbird garden. Ages 13 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/hummingbird-trivia/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Birding,Education,Southwest Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260726T090000
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DTSTAMP:20260515T205809Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T205809Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Banding
DESCRIPTION:Visit Sagawau’s bird banders to see and learn about banding. Drop in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-banding-9/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Southwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260721T193000
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DTSTAMP:20260710T210434Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T210434Z
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SUMMARY:Majestic Moths
DESCRIPTION:Let’s celebrate these under-appreciated insects. Moths are one of the most diverse groups of insects on the planet. From stunning luna moths to rosy maple moths\, Sagawau is giving moths their moment as we celebrate National Moth Week. Join us for a lecture and demonstration on how to search for moths at night.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/majestic-moths/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260719T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260719T130000
DTSTAMP:20260719T160931Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260719T160931Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist for a short hike as we take in the sounds and sights at Sagawau. Age 18 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-walk-4/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T100000
DTSTAMP:20260717T154833Z
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SUMMARY:Forest Therapy Walk
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a mindful and meditative guided nature walk. Led by Kristen Romanowski\, University of Illinois Extension volunteer. Ages 18+. Registration required; Suggested attire – long pants and closed-toed shoes
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/forest-therapy-walk-5/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260717
DTSTAMP:20260514T183334Z
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SUMMARY:Field Biology
DESCRIPTION:Spend time outdoors in the Forest Preserves and earn professional development hours during this series of educational events\, held from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm. With an NGSS guided approach this workshop will develop your knowledge and understanding of local natural communities and you will gain experience in field survey techniques. Activities will include observation and sense making of natural phenomena\, identification skill development\, field trips to local natural communities\, and field data collection and interpretation. Field experiences will focus on both terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. Supplemental classroom resources will be provided and ways to make your experience relevant to students will be discussed. Professional development hours are available. Fee required.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/field-biology/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Southwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260705T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260705T090000
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SUMMARY:Bird Banding
DESCRIPTION:Visit Sagawau’s bird banders to see and learn about banding. Drop in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-banding-8/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Southwest Cook County
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260704
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260801
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SUMMARY:Prairie Fireworks
DESCRIPTION:As part of America 250\, follow signs for a self-guided hike to learn about prairie influence on history\, culture and its explosion of colorful flowers.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/prairie-fireworks/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Southwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260623T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260623T120000
DTSTAMP:20260514T190031Z
CREATED:20260514T190031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T190031Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Biodiversity Day
DESCRIPTION:Spend the day in the field with naturalists to discover the diversity of life in the Forest Preserves. Ages 13 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/teen-biodiversity-day/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Nature Play,Southwest Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260621T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260621T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T184434Z
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SUMMARY:America’s Original Wildlife
DESCRIPTION:As part of America 250\, learn how iconic species helped shape America’s landscapes\, ecosystems and culture. Ages 13 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/americas-original-wildlife/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,History & Culture,Southwest Cook County
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