From Waterville it is 4.3 miles to Bonnell Flats and then a long 6.1 mile section to the Jersey Shore area, to the intersection of Rt 44 and 220. As locals, we've explored all segments of this trail. If you are there in the spring or fall where we have could nights but warmer days be prepared for the snakes who like to warm themselves on the trail. There were no golf ball sized rocks like one sees on the Katy or the Youghiogheny Trails. Rattlesnakes are attracted to these structures to hunt mice and other rodents. If youre traveling south (downstream along Pine Creek), there is a small trail that goes into the woods just before the bridge. The trail is for all levels of bikers. This was my first bike ride on this trail. Saw flock of common mergansers, three deer, one with a fawn and a heron. We normally ride the Lower Trail in Central Pa., which is much shorter so this was a real blast to be able to ride on a trail as long as this. Next time I'm going the all the way. A disappointment of the GAP trail was the lack of bridges; Pine Creek has a fair amount from Blackwell south. Really nice trail. This trail is pretty long. As of this date the Pine Creek Trail is tied for first place with The Iron Horse Trail in Washington. Several government offices in Cibolo and Texas . At 2.8 miles the Pine Hill-West Branch Trail turns south toward Balsam Mountain. Pine Creek Rail Trail. It is very flat, and you can expect to pedal most of the time. I was in vacation in Pennsyltucky-, Its true. The Pine Creek Trail is our 7th multi-day biking endeavor. I want to go back now! There are mile markers each and every mile, park benches along the way. The bicycle tour continues south 8.3 miles through more amazing wilderness along pine creek at the base of the canyon to Blackwell, accessible from car via routes 287 to 414. No fun, to say the least. I will be back to do the entire trail with a few friends in the spring! I am an avid rail to trail biker, and have biked on trails from Cape Cod to California. The trail is crushed stone and maintained with excellence and very minimal grade change. Foggy Long Pine Pond in the distance. Wellsboro to Jersey shore. Between Darling Run and Blackwell there are several comfort stations but no access areas. I have found the Seresto Collar to be most effective. Glad it was helpful. The northern end of the trail (Wellsboro Junction to Ansonia) has marshes, fields, and farmhouses. 42.25 miles 4 hrs 23 minutes riding time 3:00 PM Stopped at Blackwell for rest and a snack at the bike shop 5 hrs 13 min on bikes- 51 miles 4 PM Arrived at Manor Hotel to end our 1st day Ave. 9.8 mph-6 hrs 22 min on bikes-5:20 pm- 62.18 miles Day 2 Started ride South to Jersey Shore at 9:00 AM 1st stop at Cammal (7.1miles) 69.2 miles-10AM-7hrs 9 min on bikes Rest stop at Waterville-11:00 AM -8hrs 7 min on bikes-78.5 miles-(16.3 miles today) Restarted ride at 11:30 arrived at Jersey Shore the Southern terminus at 12:45- 90.26 miles-ave. speed 9.8 mph 9 hrs 14 minutes on bikes 28.8 miles today 3 hrs 45 minutes to reach Jersey Shore. People. In some very minor sections of the trail before or after intersections is the gravel a little deeper that you could even see my tread marks (it was very dry). Did two runs in two days, both started at blackwell, and continued south for around 15 miles and 17 miles on consectutive days. The endpoint is about 0.9 mile east along the trail at Seminary St. (facing the railroad tracks, turn left along the Pine Creek Rail Trail). Hotel Manor is in the middle of nowhere but we had a comfortable room, a hot shower and a good meal on the deck of the restaurant overlooking Pine Creek.. All the essentials after 62 miles on a bike! We started early at the norther terminus just outside Wellsboro. So I had another 5 miles to ride on well traveled roads that are not marked to get you into town. We stayed at a b n b at Cedar Run but there are very nice campgrounds on the river in the same vicinity. Milky blue eyes indicate that this snake is about to shed its skin. Many miles of trails are available for hiking in Tioga State Forest, revealing some of the most beautiful scenery in Pennsylvania. The Cedar Run Inn (41 31.350'N 77 26.822'W) is just about half way and just off the trail. I camped at Tiadaghton Campsite both nights. The 194-mile Cahaba, Alabama's longest free-flowing river, is special not just for its beauty, but its biodiversity. Be prepared there are not many places to buy food and I only carry what I can fit in my pockets. This path is a runners delight! You couldn't ask for a better lace to exercise or relax. Pines and hardwoods now carpet the bare slopes left behind by loggers. We spent the afternoon/evening at Slate Run, staying at the Hotel Manor and enjoying a great dinner on their deck. Just sayin. Cell service is sporadic at best so plan on not having any until you get to the last 5 miles of the trail near Wellsboro or Jersey Shore. We had rain jackets with us, which helped. The PA canyon offers vista views from Leonard Harrison State Park on the east rim (via rt. PA Grand Canyon Lodging Map. My First Rattlesnake, Pine Creek Rail Trail, August 2009. So I was resting there, soaking up some rays, conditioning the new skin Id shed the old coat, and all of a sudden I feel some water land on me. Gorgeous rhododendron, day lilies, and other blooms along the trail. Just a quick warning about the waterfalls south of Tiadaghton. This is a very peaceful ride through the narrowest part of the canyon. I just rode this trail on 8/28, rode the entire length to mile marker 63 in seven hours. I rode the trail during the hottest days of the summer. Saw a bald eagle. The only trouble we encountered was just south of Blackwell street traffic is directed onto the trail due to a road construction project. Your donation will help us to continue connecting more people to trails around the country. The busiest part of this stretch is definitely right below Rattlesnake Rock. Past the canyon overlooks, farther south on the Pine Creek Rail Trail you will arrive at Tiadaghton. Cedar Inn and a Gen store in Cedar Run are on the trail. Go over the bridge. It was OK, but I would have given my first born for pavement !! Logistic wise, we dropped off a vehicle at the Jersey Shore trail end (41 12.111'N 77 16.748'W) and drove to the start just off route 6 outside Wellsboro (41 47.320'N 77 18.551'W). Any type of bike can be used on the trail with no problem; however, if I had to recommend a specific bike it would be a hybrid/trail bike. As it turned out, though, it was a great time for observing the eagles that live along the PCT. Absolute gem! The last time I biked on the Pine Creek Rail Trail it was mid-July of 2019 to celebrate my 55th birthday. After the first few miles you will see few people, but the trail is perfect for miles! The wildlife is unreal, bald eagles, osprey diving down to grab trout out of the creek, deer, black bear, river otters, large variety of birds and plenty of timber rattlers. You may want to bring a filter. I rode this trail Sunday and Monday the 29th and the 30th of September. Rode this trail in the summer and in the fall. Pennsylvania has more than 12,000 miles of trails most of which remain accessible during this period. If you live with in the North East or Mid Atlantic you need to put this trail on your must do list. ", "My wife and I decided to spend our spring break in Blackwell, PA in order to explore the Pine Creek Trailwhat a wonderful asset hidden in this beautiful part of PA! The sites are grassy, level, have shade, picnic tables and fire rings. Very level trail with nice scenery along the way. Pine Creek below Rattlesnake Rock is generally considered a Class II river, with fairly frequent rapids of medium difficulty, having . Premier Host. Start from the northern end and it will be an easier ride. Here there are signs educating people about Didymo also known as rock snot which is an invasive algae that spreads easily and causes fish decline. JOSEPH W. SMITH III STARTING OUT Started at the caboose in Jersey Shore and rode the 11.5 miles (according to my GPS) to Waterville for lunch and a few adult beverages on the patio at the Waterville Tavern. You can take 5-mile road or follow the trail back. Two are near old graveyards with graves of veterans of the revolutionary war. Best regards. THIS TRAIL IS NOT A LOOP. I didn't learn any of the details but saw a GN diesel, Pullman passenger cars and other rolling stock at the station. Trail Surface: Crushed stone, gravel, ballast Trail Difficulty: Easy Caution: Shared use with hikers. The Pine Creek trail is our best to date. There was not much traffic, and it is still a beautiful, peaceful, ride. I started out with two 24 ounce bottles and topped them off at a general store along the route. For all of its 62 miles the trail is consistent, very rideable and well maintained. about 27 miles from Jersey Shore. My favorite trail! We stayed at the Falling Farms B&B just outside of Wellsboro. Everyone, even little kids, observed proper trail manners. I would rate this as the best bike trail I have experienced. Treated ourselves to ice cream in Blackwell and also enjoyed our visit to Wolfes store in Slate Run. I used this as a place to return to every couple of days to get refreshed and stock up on food and clean clothes. As has been noted this is a remote area, gods country so to speak, so come prepared. We ended our first day at Cedar Run, the mid-way point on the trail. We also saw a bobcat, a rattlesnake, several deer, turkey and bear tracks all over the trail. 287 north to Morris and Wellsboro, or the most scenic drive, rt. The trail is beautiful and has terrific views of the stream and mountains. Also, probably contact Pine Creek Outfitters and have them take my car to Rattlesnake Rock. Most of the trail runs right along the creek. I really enjoyed this trailand the condition is fantastic. My wife and I spent two days on the Pine Creek Trail. Starting at the northern-most end, it's about 25 miles to teh village of Blackwell. The inside of the hotel was beautiful and the free breakfast was very good. We have done this trail twice now staying at the Petticoat Junction camp ground doing the south in one day and the north end the next. Not only is the upper half the more scenic, in my opinion, but traveling south will give you a slight downhill the whole way. Most new travelers to the area will want to experience the section of the trail between Blackwell, Tiadaghton and Darling Run, but if you are making this a quick trip, from say Harrisburg, or Philly, etc., you may want to We have encountered horseflies south of the Grand Canyon of PA but only where the trail allows horses on a separate shared trail. Calling ahead for a reservation is a must. We ride thousands of miles per year and have explored trails from South Carolina to Connecticut. (I should add here that yes, there is a road into Tiadaghton, BUT it is BIG time hairy, YES, it is steeeeeeeep. Unless the weather has been bad, almost any bicycle tire would work. We would hike around the Grand Canyon on our off riding days, with one day taking a day trip to the wine region of New York. There are informative signs, town markers, etc, all along the trail. The section from Ansonia to Tiadaghton is open to horses. We started at Cedar Creek Inn, a quaint (as in shared shower) B&B, which is just about halfway. Our second trip was on the Ohio Erie Canal trail from Bolivar, Ohio north to Cleveland, a three day 100 mile trip. O and there were very friendly bikers all along the trail. Started our return trip to Slate Run at 1:05 PM Took a rest Stop at the Venture Inn just outside Jersey Shore and continued on at 1:45 PM Rest stop at Bonnell Flats comfort station-2:20 PM-on bikes for 10 hrs 3 minutes 98.15 miles Arrived back to Waterville for lunch at 2:50 Pm for a 35 min break-101.9 miles- 10 hrs 27 min on bikes-back on the trail at approx. Lodging Attractions Map Pictures. Trail surface is excellent and well-maintained. We averaged about 2 MPH slower than we would have done on pavement. My only issue was lack of water availability on the trail. These slides range from about 10-20 feet in height and are very worth the short hike to see when water levels are high. The canyon was beautiful, the scenery lovely and picturesque, and the large rattlesnake in the middle of the trail was definitely more afraid of us. I noted the Tale of Two Trails in the headline since the trail from Jersey Shore to Wellsboro is essentially 62 miles uphill with the grade rolling between 1 and 3 percent the entire way. The trip starts at Rattlesnake Rock and ends at Slate Run. A short story of my first encounter with an Eastern Timber Rattlesnake, told from the snake's point of view. The rail trail leads through open, sunny fields for about 8 miles along the southern terminus. Drove into Wellsboro for dinner that night. My goal was to see how I could do time-wise with the entire route and I am happy with how I did. Pack something in advance and take in one of many rest stops along the way for lunch. Otherwise, you can return the way you came. I had gone about 27 miles and did not see any snakes of any kind, then boom, i saw a garter, another garter, then boom, the beautiful timber rattler was crawling on its way. Although I did get a picture, I did not venture too close! Q. There is something for everyone in the Pine Creek Gorge, you can bike, hike,walk,jog,horseback riding,fish and go camping. Excellent! Crushed stone. Saw a Blue Bird, two Baltimore Orioles and 3 great big rattlesnakes. The Barbour Rock Trail provides a one-mile round trip from the parking area along Colton Road to Barbour Rock Vista which overlooks Owassee Rapids on Pine Creek. This parking area is also the starting point for the Bohen Falls Trail on . very good parking at both ends. In Ansonia, there is a place called Pine Creek Outfitters that has everything from kayak and whitewater rafting trips to providing a shuttle back to the beginning of the trail if you are too tired to make it back. You can stop and get off your bike at any point and just start fishing or just set up your tent and eat the fresh fish you just caught. We rode north to south and set out to ride the entire 61 mile length but only made 35. Anyone interested in riding with someone else, e-mail me. It is then another 28 miles to the end parking lot in Jersey Shore. It is an unfortunate annoyance. Horseback riding is allowed on portions of the trail. Campgrounds and access areas along the trail are similarly immaculate - they have a strict carry-in, carry-out policy. The trail is very scenic, especially north of Blackwell in the canyon. The views in the gorge are breathtaking and you are never more than a few feet from the creek. Great nitelife there too. After Blackwell, SR 414 follows the trail south as the surroundings become more populated. campground in Cedar Run is a centrally located for out and back rides. The Ross Run Access was our turn around point after 22.9 miles of biking and we took a break before heading back to Jersey Shore. There are many trail parking areas along the way. It is also a very good idea to have tick and flea protection. Dog Lovers will happy to know that our furry friends are allowed on the trail. Dogs must be on a leash and under control at all times. Stunning, serene, smooth. Hey Jim, thanks for the shoutout of the Pine Creek Rail Trail Guidebook. After lunch I rode from waterville to the White Tail access area. A little narrow foot path extends off of the trail towards pine creek and brings you to a beautiful large flat rock area that sits in the creek. The Finkbiner's do a great job of making a sandwich to suit anyone, and their selection of drinks is great for cyclists and other active customers. It's not overcrowded -- I saw about six people in 1-1/2 hours! I returned to do a short (7.25 miles) with my wife, as she walked with a friend because she recently sold her bike. Currently under construction is 6 miles from Ansonia north to Wellsboro Junction which is expected to be completed by next spring. The trail is excellent! Rode from rattlesnake rock parking area to Turkey path, just shy of 15 miles and then back to rattlesnake rock. Bring enough water for the duration of your trip. From north to south, the Pine Creek Rail Trail extends from the Wellsboro Pa area to the Jersey Shore Pa area. While its not enough to coast, the slope does help to make things a bit easier traveling downstream, than if you were to start in the south and head north. The 16.5-mile section between Ansonia and Blackwell is the most beautiful part in my opinion. Although we continued to search for rattlesnakes, we never saw one after the first day! I wanted to ride pine creek last year and finely got there 6/10/16. Well done on maintaining this trail! no potholes, ruts or even sticks on the trail. . To stay at a campground in the state forest, like Tiadaghton Campground, contact the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. We are from the Pittsburgh area and the GAP trail is our home trail in fact we have done the trip to Washington 2 years ago. This locale is also one of more than a dozen public access points to the Pine Creek Rail Trail. There is a small, unmarked trail that heads off towards the rock. We split a sandwich but honestly, neither of us was hungry. The Pine Creek Rail Trail continues south from Blackwell 1.8 miles to a nice parking area and a fantastic secret feature attraction, Rattlesnake rock. There is a small store there that sells drinks, snacks, ice cream, etc. The open meadow views, with deer and wildflowers everywhere, were spectacular. Only surpassed by the GAP trail, Pine Creek is the 2nd best rail trails in PA (IMHO). The trail is very tightly packed gravel, it almost seems like asphalt at times. The second day we had Pine Creek Outfitters shuttle us from Rattlesnake Rock to Ansonia and we biked back to our car (19 miles). I did this on my trusted old Mt Bike with a Town and County tire but as smooth as this trail is you sure could do it on a road bike with no problem. My wife and i visited to Wellsoboro area in August, 2007. New portions were close to pavement style. From Route 6 to Rattlesnake Rock/Blackwell. Ice cream, water and clean bathrooms along the way and fellow trail users were friendly. Timber Rattlesnake Tioga County, Pennsylvania. There you will see the Tioga Central Railroad and Pag Omar farm market. This is one awesome trail. interesting informational boards to read at stops along the way. There was a lot of shade from the trees. Plans are in the works to continue the bicycle path from Jersey Shore south to Harrisburg as part of the Greenways project extending from Buffalo, New York, to the Chesapeake Bay.Kerry Aucker570-398-1676". Great trail. After Blackwell, heading north, the 2nd half or the trail, there's no village stops until you reach the end near Ansonia and there's a limited number of restrooms available. We were on our bikes for over 12 hours averaging a little less than 10 miles per hour! Not many interesting features, such as bridges and tunnels like the GAP trail - more of a bucolic meandering along a river bank. Small towns along the route cater to trail visitors, and numerous trailheads, comfort stations, campgrounds, and . Skipped the last part into Jersey Shore as I had read it was not interesting. Rode south the first day to Waterville and back on hybrid and road bike. The Inn is actually a restaurant and bar but the innkeeper was kind enough to offer us coffee. We started at a parking lot North of Cammal and rode to Blackwell and back. From Blackwell to Jersey Shore, the trail roughly parallels PA Route 414 and PA Route 44. A scenic wonderland filled with cliff walls and water falls, and a gorgeous waterway with a terrific trailside terrace that travels through miles and miles of majestic natural beauty; trees and mountains, deer and bear and fresh air, otters and eagles, and an ancient canyon trail that awaits your arrivalthe Pine Creek Rail Trail. The old railway bridges offered spectacular views of the canyon, creek and wildlife. as they flew like starfighters inches above the creek in close formation.It is probably better later in the season, but if you ride early or late in the year like I did, be sure to bring your own water. This time I did not, and my memory is not that great! The views all along the way on the Pine Creek are simply beautiful. Hoped to eat at the Wellsboro Diner but it had just closed so we settled for The Steak Houseon Main St.Wednesday before we began our ride we stopped for coffee, pastries and sandwiches again at Wolfe's General Store. Slate Run At 7.7 miles we arrived at Slate Run Wolfes General Store From the Ansonia Access Area to the Rattlesnake Rock Access Area, its a 19-mile journey through the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon. This trail section is 8 miles long and now completes the 62 mile Pine Creek Trail. If you have kids that like to ride bikes, dont be afraid of doing an overnight trip. Tiadaghton Campground sits on the site ofa community that was once in the canyon. We rode from Slate Run to Cedar Run 11/10/2012. Horseback riding is allowed next to the trail but signs are posted for biking and horseback riding to keep horses off bike trail. Somebody has got to get out there with an odometer and note the mileages of the various stops and someone has to put up some sort of highway signs telling where to turn off to find the trail access points in the southern towns. stay in Williamsport and start your adventure at the Jersey Shore access area, which is about ten minutes from Williamsport. The Cedar Run Inn is a nice B&B, clean and comfortable. Trail is in excellent shape. The Pine Creek trail will spoil you rotten! The trail runs across Pine Creek in the Pine Creek Gorge with endpoints at the Wellsboro Junction and the town of Jersey Shore. The timber rattleris a protected species in Pennsylvania, and found mainly in the central and western mountains of the state. If we can do this trail with a toddler, nearly anyone in reasonable shape can complete this amazing journey. Horseback Riders can park at the Ansonia access area. And.very friendly people. We are so glad we made the extra effort to get to Slate Run and the Wolfe General Store. I also remember being very tired after riding the 40 miles in one day. The trail is so perfectly maintained, you can't believe that you are riding on and old rail line. To reach the southern trailhead in Jersey Shore from I-180 W, stay on US 220 as I-180 ends in Williamsport (past mile marker 29). In fact, midweek, or whenever it was, I ran into a Park Ranger and had to ask him what day it was, I had lost all track of time and reality. The Wolfe's General Store was a blessing, I was able to refill with refrigerated water and some additional carb snacks for the return. Some of these can be seen from the rail trail itself, while others require a bit of hiking. The whole area is pretty. Hope this helps. . Animals /. It is a jewel well known as a base for visiting fisherman and hunters. This 30-foot waterfall can be seen from the trail, but its even better to see up close. Named by USA Today as one of the best places in the world to . While on the trail, we met two other Ohio cyclists with panniers riding to Wellsboro and back on a two day adventure. Cyclists, runners, walkers, and numerous wildlife abounds. The fourth overnight trip was the Allegheny Highlands Trail from Cumberland to just south of Pittsburg, PA (121 miles). We drove to Slate Run in the morning (an adventure in itself since Slate Run is off the beaten path) and began our ride at about 9:00 AM north towards Wellsboro. Monday I rode back to Waterville. The state of PA has done an outstanding job on the entire route. It was in the canyon itself. Definitely will be coming back in the Fall to enjoy the spectacular color along the trail. One level under macadam. After Cedar Run it was only about 5 more miles to the Manor Hotel in Slate Run where we stayed the night. It's a beautiful ride through one of the most scenic areas in the Northeast. Every September there is a 100 mile ultramarathon that runs through the rail trail, and I've completed the challenge 5 times. We rode the 62 mile trek in one day and what a wonderful ride it was. Pine Creek Outfitters near Wellsboro offers shuttle services. (Thanks to Pine Creek Outfitters for providing me with a complimentary shuttle to help facilitate this piece.). Dinner at the Cedar Run Inn was excellent and we were able to arrange for breakfast there as well. Seems like a short trip since we just finished riding 62 miles the first day and 58 the second day on the now completed Pine Creek Rail Trail. They allowed us to use their paqrking lot and changing room to get out of our wet clothes. This is the first place to get food and bottled water along the trail. Made for good entertainment while eating. scenery was beautiful, trails were great. There are numerous gates before and after intersections that slow your progress but do not require you to dismount. One day we rode about 8 miles to the north end of the trail and then we found a really nice paved road just past a local produce store to put in some really pleasant miles on some paved road. From where to where Jim? Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. Named when the region was swarming with snakes, it is now largely free of these vipers. Have you ever biked the Pine Creek Rail Trail? Our first major stop was at Waterville, the most populated village along the trail. Around this point, I saw larger groups of cyclists and walkers, many with kids. I would definitely do it again, but with Big Apple tires. The lowest can be seen from the trail, and the last and tallest of the three can be seen by hiking less than half a mile up the trail. The trails is a percent ride and very. You may be trying to access this site from a secured browser on the server. Overall, this trail is great and worth the drive to Jersey Shore for a ride. I told them that they could get a fine meal in an air conditioned restaurant at the Blackwell Hotel, and the whole bunch of us were disappointed that the owners had taken several days off and there was no food of any sort to be found in Blackwell. "UpdateSeveral weeks ago the Pine Creek rails to trail was officially opened from Ansonia north to near Wellsboro Junction. Ride Pine Creek!! I remember the trail being incredibly scenic and cringing at the many rattlesnake warning signs along the trail! The trail condition was perfect and the weather was beautiful. Rode the trail from Ansonia to Slate Run then down to Jersey Shore in 2 days, used Pine Creek outfitters for shuttle, very efficient. If you were just riding for the day, I would suggest that you begin here. Our recent adventure on the now 62 mile long Pine Creek Rail Trail began in the middle at Slate Run Village. The scenery was perfect, and we saw wildlife all along the way. There are more than 2,000 miles of rail trails in Pennsylvania, but none may be more beautiful than the Pine Creek Rail Trail in Tioga County. We stayed at The Cedar Run Inn (with second and third floor rooms only) It is just what the web states, and the owner and help were just wonderful, but the dinner was very dissapointing. EN. The following day we parked at the Ansonia lot and had Pine Creek Outfitters pick up our vehicle and drop it off at our destination in Waterville. Milky blue eyes indicate that this snake is about to shed its skin. TheThe SewaneeSewaneeMountainMountain MESSENGERMESSENGER Vol XXXI No 18 Friday May 15 2015 PO Box 296 Sewanee TN 37375 Mountain Goat Trail Celebrates Opening Th e Mountain Finally made it to Pine Creek Rail trail on Sep 26th. (tie your food and trash up in a tree at night!) ", "When the lower section is constructed this summer (2002), the south end of the trail will run to the Town of Jersey Shore in Pennsylvania. A Pine Creek Valley Snapshot Facilities: Multiple parking and access areas; limited comfort stations. Jersey Shore PA trailhead is a great starting point, Waterville and Blackrock are also good parking areas. Just beyond the end of the roadway, there is a small grouping of cabins. They are located less than a mile west of the Ansonia Access Area on Route 6. Very ,very nice Hampton Inn. I looked up to see if it was raining and I saw one of those strange big creatures on two wheels squirting water at me from his water bottle., I showed him who was boss. Rattlesnake Rock is a large rock on Pine Creek that visitors can explore. The bigger issue was remembering the route out of town back to the Trail Head since there are a few turns along the way. 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