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A Featured alaska fishing guide ArticleFishing Under The Grafitti Bridge!
I love fishing on the beach! Whether I catch anything or not, I enjoy myself. Today was one of those days when we weren't catching fish. Normally by noon I would have had an ice chest with several good eating fish slumbering inside, but except for a few catfish, which we threw back, there wasn't a keeper to be had. My son and I had been fishing since early morning at Navarre Beach, just down the road from Ocean Breeze, Florida. Not having any real luck, around noon we decided to pack up our stuff and go home.
My son Michael proudly served in the U.S. Navy, based at Pensacola Air Station Hospital for several years. This gave me the opportunity to visit him on many warm and sunny weekends that we spent on the beach fishing. I wouldn't normally have had an excuse to go to that part of Florida, but it's a father's duty to visit his son when he's in military service as often as you can. Pensacola is on the Gulf Coast and if you're that close to a beach and do not fish; you have committed an unforgivable sin. It says so in the Bible somewhere I'm sure! I try my best not to sin!
As fishermen will, we just had to try it somewhere else before we called it a day. As we crossed back over the Three Mile Bridge going into Pensacola, we saw the little lagoon to our right. The road beside it led under a railroad track bridge and was covered with graffiti from top to bottom. The tide was coming in and the water was moving swiftly under the trestle. Scraps of paper, drinking cups and other litter were evidence that others fished here quite often.
We'd seen the bridge many times on our way to other beaches, but this little cove never seemed very inviting. It reminded me of when I was a kid and rode my bicycle to a small bridge such as this to fish for sunfish for a couple of hours on sunny summer mornings. This was that kind of place. There were a couple of teenaged boys fishing on the other side, reminding me of how I once found adventure beneath an old bridge. Maybe things haven't changed that much after all.
There were still some sand fleas in the bottom of our bait bucket so we used a few of these for bait. I rigged up my spinning rod and reel with two 1/0 hooks, an egg sinker to keep the bait near the bottom and stuck one of the fleas we had in our bucket on my hook. I was using 8 pound test line.
The water was moving around some of the rocks that were near the pilings of the railroad trestle. I threw my bait about twenty yards to where the water was ebbing around the rocks and pilings. I had barely set the bail on my reel when something almost jerked the rod out of my hands. Immediately my reel began screaming as the drag was set and the fish pulled line off my reel.
I had no idea what I had on the end of my line! It could have been a redfish, flounder, trout and even a shark, even though sharks rarely come up into a slough such as this one. All I knew at that moment is that I had to get the fish away from the rocks and pilings! I gradually won the fight and when I pulled the fish to shore, I saw that it was a Sheepshead.
It had wide vertical stripes on its body was shaped somewhat like a fresh water bream. This could be the reason Sheepshead are called the Bream of the sea. The record is 20 pounds. This one was about 3 pounds.
My son Michael had a fish on his line by the time I put mine on the stringer. His was a little larger than mine and fought just as fiercely. The boys on the other side of the bridge came over to find out what we were using as bait. We gave them a few of our sand fleas which are little crabs and soon they had each caught a fish.
Fishing anywhere is fun, but actually catching a fish makes the trip memorable.
Bob Alexander is well experienced in outdoor cooking, fishing and leisure living. Bob is also the author and owner of this article. Visit his sites at:
bluemarlinbob redfishbob | |
Recreation is an essential factor in the life of every human being. The anglers or the fishermen represent the largest single group of recreational seekers, and have a decided advantage over the other groups who utilize nature?s creatures and elements for recreation or food.
The popularity of fishing in many areas has been largely based upon the angling pressure, which is far beyond the normal capacity of the streams and lakes. There are species of fish for every type of angler and each one may choose the species of fish or the method of fishing that has the greatest personal appeal or attraction.
It is for this reason that many people are enticed to spend their vacation in a fishing activity. But, for people who would like to have planned fishing activities, they opt for fishing charters.
Fishing charter is one way of enjoying fishing even if an individual does not have the means or the equipment as far as fishing is concerned. It aims to provide the necessary services in a fishing activity.
However, not all fishing charters are created equal. Hence, it is important to know the factors required to be taken into account before jumping into conclusions.
Here is a list of some mportant factors that need to be considered:
1. The cost of the trip
Like any financial decision, people who would like to use fishing charter should know the required charges of the trip.
It is best to know the necessary requirements like deposits or contract agreements before committing to a fishing charter.
Best of all, people should be aware of the items they are paying for. They should know what the kinds of services included on the package are.
2. The length of time required in each charter trip.
Most captains are enticed to do a little fishing before going back to the dock. This will not pose a problem at all but if it will cost the person, who requested the service, additional charges for extra minutes or hours spent beyond the agreed number of hours, then, that is a problem.
Hence, it is important for the individual to know what time the charter will start and end.
3. The captain
It is important for a person who wants to engage in a fishing charter to know the competency and the skills of the captain. Hence, in order to have a successful fishing activity, it is best to get the experienced captain.
A fishing charter is one way of enjoying fishing at its best.
About the Author: Travis Clemens is a life time fisherman and he knows the ins and outs of gettinem on the hook! You too can gettem on the hook with Travis as your guide! best-fishing-tips
Gear Needed for Fishing with Nymphs
Now that weve covered what nymph fly fishing is all about, lets
next take a look at what sort of fly fishing gear you're going to
need to do it. While nymph fly fishing uses pretty much the same
gear you use when dry fly fishing, there is a few small items
that any successfully nymph fisherman will want to have. These
items are strike indicators, some small weights, and a good pair
of fly fishing sunglasses.
Strike Indicators for Nymph Fishing
First, you will need some strike indicators. Strike indicators
are generally bright orange, ungodly looking things that get put
on your leader well above the fly or on the fly line itself, at
the junction of the fly line and leader. These strike indicators
are what you look at when nymph fishing not the fly itself.
With practice and patience, youll eventually be able to tell
when unnatural movements occur in the strike indicator which
most likely indicates that a fish just took your nymph fly
imitation.
Exactly where to put the strike indicator is a matter of some
debate, but ultimately boils down to what you are fly fishing for
and where you are doing it. Wary Brown Trout in heavily fished
waters, like the Missouri River, are not likely to be real wild
about seeing a bright orange object just a few feet above the
fly. On the other hand, more gullible trout or trout that receive
less fly fishing pressure could probably care less about it. In
short, use your judgment, erring on the side of caution (placing
the strike indicator as far away from the fly as possible, for
your abilities).
Small Weights for Nymph Fishing
The second thing youll need for many rivers will be some small
weights to add to your fly line or leader. In many, if not most
nymph fly fishing situations, a floating line is still used.
However, to get the fly down to the depth you want it to go will
require weighting it (at least in faster water).
This is best done with the newer twist on non-toxic weights
that are now available. Using these types of weights, an angler
can put on as much or as little weight as needed to bring the fly
down to depth, while at the same time preventing the fish from
inhaling toxic lead (which can kill them).
Should you plan on fishing in really deep or fast rivers where
even a weighted leader will not get the fly down to depth fast
enough, then you will also want to look at investing in a
sink-tip fly line. Sink-tip fly lines have the tip of the fly
line weighted to sink, thus allowing it to sink the nymph fly
more quickly.
Fly Fishing Sunglasses for Nymph Fishing
Another item of heavy importance is a good pair of polarized
sunglasses. Its absolutely imperative that you be able to see
the strike indicator, and polarized sunglasses are very effective
for this.
next take a look at what sort of fly fishing gear you're going to
need to do it. While nymph fly fishing uses pretty much the same
gear you use when dry fly fishing, there is a few small items
that any successfully nymph fisherman will want to have. These
items are strike indicators, some small weights, and a good pair
of fly fishing sunglasses.
Strike Indicators for Nymph Fishing
First, you will need some strike indicators. Strike indicators
are generally bright orange, ungodly looking things that get put
on your leader well above the fly or on the fly line itself, at
the junction of the fly line and leader. These strike indicators
are what you look at when nymph fishing not the fly itself.
With practice and patience, youll eventually be able to tell
when unnatural movements occur in the strike indicator which
most likely indicates that a fish just took your nymph fly
imitation.
Exactly where to put the strike indicator is a matter of some
debate, but ultimately boils down to what you are fly fishing for
and where you are doing it. Wary Brown Trout in heavily fished
waters, like the Missouri River, are not likely to be real wild
about seeing a bright orange object just a few feet above the
fly. On the other hand, more gullible trout or trout that receive
less fly fishing pressure could probably care less about it. In
short, use your judgment, erring on the side of caution (placing
the strike indicator as far away from the fly as possible, for
your abilities).
Small Weights for Nymph Fishing
The second thing youll need for many rivers will be some small
weights to add to your fly line or leader. In many, if not most
nymph fly fishing situations, a floating line is still used.
However, to get the fly down to the depth you want it to go will
require weighting it (at least in faster water).
This is best done with the newer twist on non-toxic weights
that are now available. Using these types of weights, an angler
can put on as much or as little weight as needed to bring the fly
down to depth, while at the same time preventing the fish from
inhaling toxic lead (which can kill them).
Should you plan on fishing in really deep or fast rivers where
even a weighted leader will not get the fly down to depth fast
enough, then you will also want to look at investing in a
sink-tip fly line. Sink-tip fly lines have the tip of the fly
line weighted to sink, thus allowing it to sink the nymph fly
more quickly.
Fly Fishing Sunglasses for Nymph Fishing
Another item of heavy importance is a good pair of polarized
sunglasses. Its absolutely imperative that you be able to see
the strike indicator, and polarized sunglasses are very effective
for this.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/
Who else wants to pull in a bounty of big fish - Every time!
Here's how to AMAZE your friends (and maybe even make them
a little bit jealous) In 'Fly Fishing Secrets' we show you how.
To get your hands on these amazing insider secrets, Click Here:
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For 2008 RIO has improved the Selective Trout line by making it a softer and more supple fly line so that it comes straight off the reel and without any memory. RIO has also added the new Extreme Slickness Technology, creating a super slick, dirt-repelling coating. For discerning anglers and technical fishing, these unique weight forward and double taper lines are designed for trout fishing where presentation is of the utmost importance. Both the weight forward and double taper lines have long front tapers for delicate presentations and an extended rear taper for effortless roll casting. The Selective Trout line is good on bamboo and all medium action trout rods. RIO has slightly increased the weight behind the front taper of the double taper for easy turnover of long leaders. The Selective Trout line is ultra supple and memory-free in winter. The AgentX coating makes these high floating lines incredibly easy to lift quietly off the water. The Super Floatation Tips have a welded loop except on the Double Taper lines and the WF1F and WF2F lines where delicacy is of the utmost importance. Length: 90 ft (27.4 m) Size : WF1F - WF7F & DT1F - DT6F; Color : Camo Size : WF3F - WF7F & DT3F - DT6F; Color : Chartreuse
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O-Ring Foam Indicators
Foam O-Ring Indicators are a great way to detect strikes while fishing nymphs. The foam material will not absorb water like yarn. The O Ring design allows you to attach the indicator without cutting the leader. To attach fold the leader in a loop small enough to fit through the O Ring. Push enough leader through the O Rig to allow the indicator to fit through. After the indicator has gone through the loop pull the leader snug to hold in place. To adjust push open the loop in the leader and slide the indicator as needed. If you'd like a specific color please make a note in your order comments and we'll try to get you that color if it's in stock.
Price: .99
RS2, Black
Description for RS2, Black is Coming Soon!
Price: 1.25
Pacific Fly Big Release Net
High quality bamboo and hard wood construction Extremely light weight and durable Soft nylon micro-mesh bag French clip is included Beautifully crafted Exceptional value length 24” opening 18”x 9” depth 9”
Price: 34.99
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Bass Fishing 2008 Square Wall Calendar
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Ice Fishing Secrets (In-Fisherman Library Series)
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alaska fishing guide in the newsBair museum opens door to Musselshell valley's rich pastThu, 04 Sep 2008 07:00:00 GMT
I must have sped past the Bair Family Museum signs off of Highway 89 and Highway 12 at least a dozen times on my way to train sled dogs up in the mountains.
U.S. Census Bureau issues Facts for Features in observance of Hispanic Heritage Month 2008: Sept. 15 - Oct. 15 (Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance)Mon, 08 Sep 2008 13:00:00 GMT
WASHINGTON----In September 1968, Congress authorized President Lyndon B. Johnson to proclaim National Hispanic Heritage Week, which was observed during the week that included Sept. 15 and Sept. 16.
A Featured alaska fishing guide ArticleFishing Under The Grafitti Bridge!
I love fishing on the beach! Whether I catch anything or not, I enjoy myself. Today was one of those days when we weren't catching fish. Normally by noon I would have had an ice chest with several good eating fish slumbering inside, but except for a few catfish, which we threw back, there wasn't a keeper to be had. My son and I had been fishing since early morning at Navarre Beach, just down the road from Ocean Breeze, Florida. Not having any real luck, around noon we decided to pack up our stuff and go home.
My son Michael proudly served in the U.S. Navy, based at Pensacola Air Station Hospital for several years. This gave me the opportunity to visit him on many warm and sunny weekends that we spent on the beach fishing. I wouldn't normally have had an excuse to go to that part of Florida, but it's a father's duty to visit his son when he's in military service as often as you can. Pensacola is on the Gulf Coast and if you're that close to a beach and do not fish; you have committed an unforgivable sin. It says so in the Bible somewhere I'm sure! I try my best not to sin!
As fishermen will, we just had to try it somewhere else before we called it a day. As we crossed back over the Three Mile Bridge going into Pensacola, we saw the little lagoon to our right. The road beside it led under a railroad track bridge and was covered with graffiti from top to bottom. The tide was coming in and the water was moving swiftly under the trestle. Scraps of paper, drinking cups and other litter were evidence that others fished here quite often.
We'd seen the bridge many times on our way to other beaches, but this little cove never seemed very inviting. It reminded me of when I was a kid and rode my bicycle to a small bridge such as this to fish for sunfish for a couple of hours on sunny summer mornings. This was that kind of place. There were a couple of teenaged boys fishing on the other side, reminding me of how I once found adventure beneath an old bridge. Maybe things haven't changed that much after all.
There were still some sand fleas in the bottom of our bait bucket so we used a few of these for bait. I rigged up my spinning rod and reel with two 1/0 hooks, an egg sinker to keep the bait near the bottom and stuck one of the fleas we had in our bucket on my hook. I was using 8 pound test line.
The water was moving around some of the rocks that were near the pilings of the railroad trestle. I threw my bait about twenty yards to where the water was ebbing around the rocks and pilings. I had barely set the bail on my reel when something almost jerked the rod out of my hands. Immediately my reel began screaming as the drag was set and the fish pulled line off my reel.
I had no idea what I had on the end of my line! It could have been a redfish, flounder, trout and even a shark, even though sharks rarely come up into a slough such as this one. All I knew at that moment is that I had to get the fish away from the rocks and pilings! I gradually won the fight and when I pulled the fish to shore, I saw that it was a Sheepshead.
It had wide vertical stripes on its body was shaped somewhat like a fresh water bream. This could be the reason Sheepshead are called the Bream of the sea. The record is 20 pounds. This one was about 3 pounds.
My son Michael had a fish on his line by the time I put mine on the stringer. His was a little larger than mine and fought just as fiercely. The boys on the other side of the bridge came over to find out what we were using as bait. We gave them a few of our sand fleas which are little crabs and soon they had each caught a fish.
Fishing anywhere is fun, but actually catching a fish makes the trip memorable.
Bob Alexander is well experienced in outdoor cooking, fishing and leisure living. Bob is also the author and owner of this article. Visit his sites at:
bluemarlinbob redfishbob | |
Recreation is an essential factor in the life of every human being. The anglers or the fishermen represent the largest single group of recreational seekers, and have a decided advantage over the other groups who utilize nature?s creatures and elements for recreation or food.
The popularity of fishing in many areas has been largely based upon the angling pressure, which is far beyond the normal capacity of the streams and lakes. There are species of fish for every type of angler and each one may choose the species of fish or the method of fishing that has the greatest personal appeal or attraction.
It is for this reason that many people are enticed to spend their vacation in a fishing activity. But, for people who would like to have planned fishing activities, they opt for fishing charters.
Fishing charter is one way of enjoying fishing even if an individual does not have the means or the equipment as far as fishing is concerned. It aims to provide the necessary services in a fishing activity.
However, not all fishing charters are created equal. Hence, it is important to know the factors required to be taken into account before jumping into conclusions.
Here is a list of some mportant factors that need to be considered:
1. The cost of the trip
Like any financial decision, people who would like to use fishing charter should know the required charges of the trip.
It is best to know the necessary requirements like deposits or contract agreements before committing to a fishing charter.
Best of all, people should be aware of the items they are paying for. They should know what the kinds of services included on the package are.
2. The length of time required in each charter trip.
Most captains are enticed to do a little fishing before going back to the dock. This will not pose a problem at all but if it will cost the person, who requested the service, additional charges for extra minutes or hours spent beyond the agreed number of hours, then, that is a problem.
Hence, it is important for the individual to know what time the charter will start and end.
3. The captain
It is important for a person who wants to engage in a fishing charter to know the competency and the skills of the captain. Hence, in order to have a successful fishing activity, it is best to get the experienced captain.
A fishing charter is one way of enjoying fishing at its best.
About the Author: Travis Clemens is a life time fisherman and he knows the ins and outs of gettinem on the hook! You too can gettem on the hook with Travis as your guide! best-fishing-tips
Gear Needed for Fishing with Nymphs
Now that weve covered what nymph fly fishing is all about, lets
next take a look at what sort of fly fishing gear you're going to
need to do it. While nymph fly fishing uses pretty much the same
gear you use when dry fly fishing, there is a few small items
that any successfully nymph fisherman will want to have. These
items are strike indicators, some small weights, and a good pair
of fly fishing sunglasses.
Strike Indicators for Nymph Fishing
First, you will need some strike indicators. Strike indicators
are generally bright orange, ungodly looking things that get put
on your leader well above the fly or on the fly line itself, at
the junction of the fly line and leader. These strike indicators
are what you look at when nymph fishing not the fly itself.
With practice and patience, youll eventually be able to tell
when unnatural movements occur in the strike indicator which
most likely indicates that a fish just took your nymph fly
imitation.
Exactly where to put the strike indicator is a matter of some
debate, but ultimately boils down to what you are fly fishing for
and where you are doing it. Wary Brown Trout in heavily fished
waters, like the Missouri River, are not likely to be real wild
about seeing a bright orange object just a few feet above the
fly. On the other hand, more gullible trout or trout that receive
less fly fishing pressure could probably care less about it. In
short, use your judgment, erring on the side of caution (placing
the strike indicator as far away from the fly as possible, for
your abilities).
Small Weights for Nymph Fishing
The second thing youll need for many rivers will be some small
weights to add to your fly line or leader. In many, if not most
nymph fly fishing situations, a floating line is still used.
However, to get the fly down to the depth you want it to go will
require weighting it (at least in faster water).
This is best done with the newer twist on non-toxic weights
that are now available. Using these types of weights, an angler
can put on as much or as little weight as needed to bring the fly
down to depth, while at the same time preventing the fish from
inhaling toxic lead (which can kill them).
Should you plan on fishing in really deep or fast rivers where
even a weighted leader will not get the fly down to depth fast
enough, then you will also want to look at investing in a
sink-tip fly line. Sink-tip fly lines have the tip of the fly
line weighted to sink, thus allowing it to sink the nymph fly
more quickly.
Fly Fishing Sunglasses for Nymph Fishing
Another item of heavy importance is a good pair of polarized
sunglasses. Its absolutely imperative that you be able to see
the strike indicator, and polarized sunglasses are very effective
for this.
next take a look at what sort of fly fishing gear you're going to
need to do it. While nymph fly fishing uses pretty much the same
gear you use when dry fly fishing, there is a few small items
that any successfully nymph fisherman will want to have. These
items are strike indicators, some small weights, and a good pair
of fly fishing sunglasses.
Strike Indicators for Nymph Fishing
First, you will need some strike indicators. Strike indicators
are generally bright orange, ungodly looking things that get put
on your leader well above the fly or on the fly line itself, at
the junction of the fly line and leader. These strike indicators
are what you look at when nymph fishing not the fly itself.
With practice and patience, youll eventually be able to tell
when unnatural movements occur in the strike indicator which
most likely indicates that a fish just took your nymph fly
imitation.
Exactly where to put the strike indicator is a matter of some
debate, but ultimately boils down to what you are fly fishing for
and where you are doing it. Wary Brown Trout in heavily fished
waters, like the Missouri River, are not likely to be real wild
about seeing a bright orange object just a few feet above the
fly. On the other hand, more gullible trout or trout that receive
less fly fishing pressure could probably care less about it. In
short, use your judgment, erring on the side of caution (placing
the strike indicator as far away from the fly as possible, for
your abilities).
Small Weights for Nymph Fishing
The second thing youll need for many rivers will be some small
weights to add to your fly line or leader. In many, if not most
nymph fly fishing situations, a floating line is still used.
However, to get the fly down to the depth you want it to go will
require weighting it (at least in faster water).
This is best done with the newer twist on non-toxic weights
that are now available. Using these types of weights, an angler
can put on as much or as little weight as needed to bring the fly
down to depth, while at the same time preventing the fish from
inhaling toxic lead (which can kill them).
Should you plan on fishing in really deep or fast rivers where
even a weighted leader will not get the fly down to depth fast
enough, then you will also want to look at investing in a
sink-tip fly line. Sink-tip fly lines have the tip of the fly
line weighted to sink, thus allowing it to sink the nymph fly
more quickly.
Fly Fishing Sunglasses for Nymph Fishing
Another item of heavy importance is a good pair of polarized
sunglasses. Its absolutely imperative that you be able to see
the strike indicator, and polarized sunglasses are very effective
for this.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/
Who else wants to pull in a bounty of big fish - Every time!
Here's how to AMAZE your friends (and maybe even make them
a little bit jealous) In 'Fly Fishing Secrets' we show you how.
To get your hands on these amazing insider secrets, Click Here:
fly-fishing-scerets
Price: 64.95
O-Ring Foam Indicators
Foam O-Ring Indicators are a great way to detect strikes while fishing nymphs. The foam material will not absorb water like yarn. The O Ring design allows you to attach the indicator without cutting the leader. To attach fold the leader in a loop small enough to fit through the O Ring. Push enough leader through the O Rig to allow the indicator to fit through. After the indicator has gone through the loop pull the leader snug to hold in place. To adjust push open the loop in the leader and slide the indicator as needed. If you'd like a specific color please make a note in your order comments and we'll try to get you that color if it's in stock.
Price: .99
RS2, Black
Description for RS2, Black is Coming Soon!
Price: 1.25
Pacific Fly Big Release Net
High quality bamboo and hard wood construction Extremely light weight and durable Soft nylon micro-mesh bag French clip is included Beautifully crafted Exceptional value length 24” opening 18”x 9” depth 9”
Price: 34.99
Recommended alaska fishing guide ItemsNymph Fishing
Nymph Fishing
Bass Fishing 2008 Square Wall Calendar
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Ice Fishing Secrets (In-Fisherman Library Series)
Ice Fishing Secrets (In-Fisherman Library Series)
alaska fishing guide in the newsBair museum opens door to Musselshell valley's rich pastThu, 04 Sep 2008 07:00:00 GMT
I must have sped past the Bair Family Museum signs off of Highway 89 and Highway 12 at least a dozen times on my way to train sled dogs up in the mountains.
U.S. Census Bureau issues Facts for Features in observance of Hispanic Heritage Month 2008: Sept. 15 - Oct. 15 (Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance)Mon, 08 Sep 2008 13:00:00 GMT
WASHINGTON----In September 1968, Congress authorized President Lyndon B. Johnson to proclaim National Hispanic Heritage Week, which was observed during the week that included Sept. 15 and Sept. 16.
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