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A novice outdoorsmen learning camping, fishing, bushcraft and survival. "KNOWLEDGE IS A SURVIVAL SKILL"
Dirt Time 3 – Cover (Shelter)
COVER !. One of the harder of the 10″c’s to master for me. The choices are enormous. There are many, tents, canopies, tarps and natural cover.My concern is weight and ease of use. Obviously you need to be able to fit the shelter into your emergency pack. Weight and size being the big factors here.
Having looked at my favorite “go to” search engine. (youtube), In all seriousness, I was a google search fanatic. Yes I know they own youtube, but my point is, I have come to use youtube as my goto search. I am a visual, touchy, feely kinda searcher. I need to see whats what. A written description is not enough. Having all these visual how, what, where videos at my finger tips makes me Giddy. Ok I digress.
COVER #3 on the 10 ‘Cs of survival list.
It seems that all the Guru’s agree. A simple tarp in your emergency kit is more than enough.
obviously you will need cordage (another C in the list). There are many videos
on you tube about different setups for a tarp. Believe me they are very inventive. From a drape over your shoulders to a open C method.
All you need is two trees and you are set. Ok even one tree, Ok even no trees, just a stick will do. That’s how versatile the tarp is. No wonder its the go to for the Guru’s.
Pinterest is another hidden treasure trove of ideas. Just ask them. Stop it. I am all over them as well. I have hundreds, nay thousands of pins. About 80 of which are about Traps and shelters. There are links in the reference page of my website to pins I have. Please use to your hearts content.
In my stash I have at my disposal, 3 Tarps (Walmart), a 2 man tent (Ozark Trail, Walmart) and a Yukon shelter (A special tarp).
I also have about 50 feet of 550 cordage.
Although the tent and Shelter come with their own cordage and spikes. Spikes (for tying down the tarps etc.) can be made from thumb thick sized sticks sharpened and hammered into the ground.
There are many items you may have in your emergency pack that will convert into a shelter. I have a Frog Togg Poncho.
Although it is used to keep me dry in the rain. it can be converted into a small basic shelter from the sun or wind.
See the how to video below, from my visual aids videos on my Novice Survival youtube channel. (For more videos please see my reference page).
The type of shelter and it’s subsequent configuration is determined by the situation you find yourself in. Climate, type of cover needed, rain (dry),cold (warmth), heat (shade).
Should you be in a situation where you do not have something on your person to provide the shelter you need. You will have to adapt and overcome your immediate situation. Shelter from the elements is of first importance. It gives you shelter and time to assess your current needs and develop a plan to survive. The use of a tree or small Shrub can offer shade, some shelter from rain or snow. A large rock, outcrop ravine or ditch. Even for a short period can be enough for you to gather your wits and access a plan to survive. Any shelter from the elements is better than none.
Shelter, I believe should be the number one task you need, in order to survive. Whether a long term or just a reprieve from the elements, for you to access your situation and begin to plan your return to safety. It will help you to settle down your mind, over come any panic or distress you may have. A sound mind is indeed of paramount importance in a desperate survival situation.
Be sure to have a least 2 methods to allow a shelter in your survival/emergency bag. In a good survival bag you should allow for the space of a shelter. It will most likely be the biggest item you will carry.Along with the other tools you will need to construct the shelter. (Cutting tool and cordage).
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Dirt Time 2 – Combustion
Continuing on my trek of self learning and awareness on how to survive a unplanned happenstance.
I am continually updating my abilities for a survival scenario by following the 10 C’s of survival. In my previous post I covered my stash of cutting tools.
Next up Combustion, The ability to start a fire. Number 2 on the list of 10 C’s.
There are many ways to start a fire. Some better suited to specific scenario’s. The weather will factor in, as well as your geographic location. Be it desert, snow covered mountains, Forest or a field in the Mid West. Having several different ways and the tools to start a fire is important. Once again I defer to the experts. There are long lists, videos and blogs on fire starting. From this I developed my personal “Fire starter Stash”.
From the obvious to the not so. I have in my emergency kit a number of Fire starting tools. If you look at my videos on my U tube channel, They can be found under my play lists in SURVIVAL. My emergency packs have changed over time. I find myself updating them on a regular basis. I recheck them before any camp trip and typically add or subtract as I go.
Here is what I typically carry.
1.Lighter (bic.) x2
2.Regular kitchen matches. (2 boxes)
3.Ferrocerium flint rod (x2)
This is my stash. It is by no means the only ways to start fires. for me it seemed obvious to have a couple lights and a couple boxes of matches. However they get wet, stop working for some reason or another and the Survival mantra of ” 2 is 1, 1 is none” is on my mind all the time. The Flint rod (ferrocerium) is the most basic I have. If I cannot start a fire with these, I probably am in a no win situation anyway. I cannot foresee me deliberately going camping or travelling in an area where these 3 types of starters will not work. If ever I do find myself planning a trip where these are not enough, you can be guaranteed I’ll be researching what will be.
Having a fire starting tool is not enough. you will need the materials needed to combust. Tinder comes in all forms and can be found in most locations, from nature. ( dry bark, grass and very small wood cuttings).
There are man made materials that will work just as well.Cotton Balls and Petroleum Jelly make excellent tinder. Extremely flammable they burn bright for a long enough time to allow you to add bigger tinder and so build your fire. Yes that bottle of Vaseline you so liberally smear over the family is extremely combustible.
Click here to watch my video on 2 kinds of fire starters, cotton balls and Petroleum Jelly and the Ferrocerium flint rod. I spent some dirt time with my Daughter practicing the flint. Rachael even got in on the act.
Natural tinder such as dry grass formed into a”birds nest” work well. Wood scrapings and of cause “fat wood”, very popular with the experts.
All these fire starters and combustibles will fit nicely into you emergency bag. Don’t forget just having the tools is not enough. you have to be familiar with them and their use.. get out there and bet the Barbecue going.
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Dirt time on the 10 c’s of survival
Below is the 10 C’s considered the must have items for any survival situation. Having the items in this list is not enough, knowing how to use them is all important.
The 10 C’s of Survival.
1. Cutting tool (Knife, saw, axe etc.)
2. Combustion tool (Fire starter)
3. Cover (Shelter from the elements)
4. Container (Water vessel)
5. Cordage (550 cord or bank line)
6.Candle light ( flash light, headlight etc.)
7. Cotton bandana
8. Compass
9. Cargo Tape (Preferably Gorilla duct tape)
10. Canvas needle (A sewing kit would do in a pinch)
So Ill work my way through this list to make sure I actually have all the items on the list. The guru’s of survival recommend you have at least 2 of each one of the 10 C’s. Remember that there are options available to have a specific item cover more than one of the needed C’s. No need to purchase 2 or three of the same item
CUTTING TOOL.
This is considered the most important of the C”s. Without some sort of reliable cutting tool, you will not be able to complete most of the tasks you need to survive. Picking a cutting tool I believe is of personal preference. Looks is not enough. It must be practical and be able to perform all the tasks you will need it for. A search online will give you more than enough choices. No one the same. you will have to decide. Research what the experts recommend. Budget will be a factor. They can range from $5.00 to the hundreds of dollars range. The only advice I have, is know what you will need it for and pick the best one you can afford. Some of the many factors to consider are, The size of the blade, both length and thickness. Full tang, type of steel, handle shape and comfort. Just to start.
Here are my current cutting tools I have available. Some are small and have multi-uses. And some are bigger and may not be convenient for a survival kit. However remember any survivalist, whether a newbie or expert, you should ALWAYS have a cutting tool with you at all times.
Typical uses of your cutting tool.
- Shelter preparation
- Cooking
- Eating utensil
- Cord cutting
- Fire preparation. ( wood,tinder, stricker)
- First aid
- Food preparation (Game skinning)
- Self Defence
- Wood carving (Making of other tools you may need)
I am sure you can come up with many more uses.
Knives,
- Browning Model 0225. This is the knife I carry on my belt all the time when out camping.
Browning 0225 It is my Go to knife for most of the tasks I want to perform. The handle fits my stubby hand perfectly. Is very comfortable and has the right amount of weight to it.I use it to cook, cut wood (smaller pieces, and can baton it to make bigger pieces of wood smaller).General cutting of cord etc.Reasonable inexpensive it suits my needs perfectly.
- Camillus Titanium 440. I purchased this knife awhile ago when I first went shopping for camping trips.
Camillus titan 440 Extremely light and sharp its a good general purpose knife. a little on the light side for cutting larger pieces of wood. Great for filleting fish and skinning small game. It is now a backup for the Browning. It fits in my camping emergency bag perfectly.
- Buck model 726 folding knife. this little guy is normally found in my pocket everyday.
Buck 726 I got it for my emergency day pack. Small compact and extremely sharp. A great addition to my cutting tools.
- Gerber Dime.Although this is a small multi-tool, it does have 2 small blades on it.
Gerber dime - Although small they can still be used for certain cutting tasks. It is one of my multitasker tools for the 10 C’s list.
6. This is my camping axe. It is the CRKT Tomahawk. This is the tool I use for heavy cutting of larger wood.
I have used it to feather wood for fire tinder and also used as a striker for my sparker. Probably the best buy I have made. Keeps me amused while camping, chopping up wood to make a fire. One of my favorite chores of camping.Small enough to hang on your belt or on my satchel I use for my emergency bag.
7. One other item I carry is a folding saw. most of the experts agree that it is the second most important cutting tool you should have at your disposal. Used for heavy cutting it folds up small enough to fit in my camping emergency bag.
I will be posting videos of me trying out each Knife as a 10C tool. Hopefully nothing bad will happen. My track record for sharp objects is not that great.
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Below is a rough copy of a video I make while camping. I was trying out my Browning knife as a tool to feather wood to light a fire. The correct method would be to have longer “curls” on the end of the stick which would burn longer. The wood available was basically drift wood. Small and very brittle but served the purpose of testing the knife.
Stay tuned I will be posting more dirt time video. Starting a fire using the cutting tools. …Hopefully one will do the job.
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1,to’s,3’s and C’s of Survival
Welcome back.
If you wondering about my state of mind because of the title, I assure you I am of sound mind and body. It is simply, my play on words for my list I have developed, from the basic research I have done. As mentioned before in this blog. I do a lot of Solo Kayak Camping. because of this, I find myself alone in the outdoors. The need to understand basic outdoor survival is paramount in the case of a survival situation arising when outdoors alone. I need to be able to survive long enough for help to arrive, or get to a location where help is available. To do this I need to be able to perform certain tasks in survival skills set.
Making notes while researching I noticed that there were certain things that keep being referred to. Lists of the “survival code ” if you wish. Basic knowledge and guides for survival.
Certain names of experts were constantly referred to or mentioned. Following these referrals I have now come up with my own list regarding survival needs etc. This list has been put together from the information I obtained from well known experts in the field.
The title I so glibly put up, is the list I have developed for me. It is based on what is considered the priorities of survival and the basic knowledge you should be aware of. Slightly modified by yours truly to suit my needs. Obviously I cannot take credit for these lists and I will have links for you in the post to take you to the true experts. From this you can hopefully adopt your needs.
Here is my “modified list” of survival knowledge basics every Survivalist should know.
THE 1,TO,3 AND C’s OF SURVIVAL
The 1
The number 1 item on the list is, you need to be prepared mentally with the absolute will to survive. Without this you are lost before even starting. You have to believe you can survive all, because you have prepared. No doubts or fears. Believe you can do what is necessary to survive. Be prepared mentally. Know without a doubt you can do this. Your positive mentality is what will be needed, more so than even physical skill. “The will to survive” I believe is the strongest tool you can have in your survival “tool Kit”
The TO’s
What TO do, How TO do it and when TO do it. If you are prepared mentally, you will have accessed the situation you find yourself in. Getting through it will require you TO perform certain tasks in order of Priority. This priority is based on the 3’s listed below. The 10 C’s is what is needed for you TO perform the 3’s.
The 3’s.
These are based on a person who is in excellent physical and mental Condition. I got this from Sean Collins of Woodlands TV on You Tube.
- A person can hold their breath for approximately 3 minutes
- A person can survive without shelter in extreme conditions (hot/cold) for approximately 3 hours
- A person can survive without water approximately 3 days
- A person can survive without food for approximately 3 weeks
Keep in mind this is based on a individual in superb physical strength, health and mind. Obviously the majority of people who find themselves in a survival situation will not be. That means the times given will be reduced significantly for the lack of ability in these areas. Other things will dictate the urgency of getting the 3’s completed in time. Injury, state of fitness, age and ability to name some.
The C’s.
This is from a list developed by Dave Canterbury. A well know expert in survival techniques and bush craft. Click on the link to see the many, many videos he has on survival.
On his website is a quote “There is no substitute for having a plan in the event of the unexpected.”. hear him, hear him.!!
This is his list. It is probably the most recognized list of required tools, in survival expert circles. It has been adopted, modified and expanded upon by many experts and novices in the field. This is broken up in to 2 sections. The first 5 being a must have. The second 5 needed but not absolutely necessary. I believe all should be in your survival bag of tricks. I consider all 10 items, the bare minimum I would need in order to survive a worst case scenario. It is a list of Items you need, AND must have the knowledge and skill to use.
The 10 C’s of Survival.
1. Cutting tool (Knife, saw, axe etc.)
2. Combustion tool (Fire starter)
3. Cover (Shelter from the elements)
4. Container (Water vessel)
5. Cordage (550 cord or bank line)
6.Candle light ( flash light, headlight etc.)
7. Cotton bandana
8. Compass
9. Cargo Tape (Preferably Gorilla duct tape)
10. Canvas needle (A sewing kit would do in a pinch)
There you have it. What I consider the down and dirty list of must haves, In order to survive a worst case scenario.
While researching this list, a saying was mentioned a number of times by all the experts.
“2 IS 1, 1 IS NONE”
A true saying in a life or death survival scenario. Basically you need to have at least 2 of each item, or have a tool in the list that can be multifunctional and perform one or more tasks on the list of C’s.
So now I have a list from which I can begin the process of learning to survive. Over the course of the continuing blog (The novice survivalist) I will tackle each Item on the list. Making sure I have these in my bag of tricks. Not only own the item, but have a good knowledge of the use of each and the ability to use the tools for my ultimate survival, should the need arise.
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The Plan
Now that I have done my research, On what I believe I will need to know, I can begin to put into place a plan to reach my Ultimate goal in the scenarios I could find myself in. This will involve putting together a list of goals I need to complete in order to reach the ultimate goal.
First, Deciding on your Ultimate Goal. For everyone it will vary. However, The processes we need to do in order to get there, will essentially be the same. Just the specific needs will vary. Below is I believe the list I require to reach my ultimate Goal. Feel free to use these ideas to add to your list. I am a planner by nature. I make lists, add to them, discard them, make new ones, modify and so on. Until I feel I have got the list I need. Having saved you most of that, I have a list. Sort of !!!. Its a start and I am sure will change as I (we) go. Eventually Ill save the list and add it to my downloadable lists on the resource page on the Novice Survivalist.
My Plan.
1.Ultimate Goal.
For me, My Ultimate goal, no matter what, is to get back to my children and family. For me this will require me to get home (My Home Base). Then to get to my Children (Their home Base). They are approximately 500 miles from my home Base. The best scenario would be getting to home base, re-evaluate the situation, Then using my vehicle to get to the family. If not then I would need about a 2 to 3 weeks, of travel time to get there. This is the scenario I would prepare for. Having the knowledge and tools available to me would get me home even without my vehicle. The task would just be easier if I had my Vehicle available. So I will plan for the worst. As you should, Anything less scenario, would be taken care in this the worst case plan.
This scenario is based on a National or Global disaster. A local disaster would be taken care off as soon as I reached my home base. Or nearest safe haven ( Nearest un-affected community). If the local area included my Home base.
2.Knowledge and skill
I believe that the biggest and strongest skill you can possible have is the ability to manage a bad situation. This is more a mental rather than physical skill. Most people who find themselves in a bad situation will panic.
Panic makes you unstable, you do not think clearly. You will make bad decisions and that will eventually be your undoing.
This is what I consider my first order of business in time of trouble. Designed to get me to my Home Base.
1.Do not panic.!
2.Find a safe haven close by. Basic shelter from the elements.
3.Take the time to assess the situation you are in. Mentally and physically.
4.Check your recourses you have available, such as tools and knowledge.
5.Then develop a plan based on these factors to get you home.
A map would be the main resource here. Or a strong personal knowledge of the area. I Always carry a map of the area I am in. I have a route home marked out.
If you get lost. In the USA interstate freeways go north/south or East/west. Picking a heading, and staying to it will in all likeliness get to a main freeway. Obviously pick the route that will get you to the nearest one. Even without a compass, using basic navigation skills to keep you moving in the same direction will work. (Ill be improving my map reading and compass skills further on down this adventure).
Knowledge of as many survival techniques as pertains to the situation. This is the research I have done previously. It will include, How to perform certain tasks, and the tools needed to perform those tasks. Hopefully I will have put in enough dirt time to have practiced these tasks with the right tools I have at my disposal. The saying “practice makes perfect” could not be more true. As a survivor you need to feel comfortable in the knowledge you have to get you to you ultimate goal.
3.Tools needed to perform the required tasks.
This would be items such as what you decide to take with you or currently have at your disposal. Having things like a carry bag for certain scenarios. A EDC (Everyday carry bag), a bigger Day pack or a bag you have for multiple days away from home. (Camping, vacation etc.). They would have the tools for Cutting, tying, burning, water/food gathering and preparation you know how to use. Don’t forget self preservation (defending yourself).
A quick word about a National, Global or even local disasters. The longer or bigger the disaster, the more chance the danger increases with time. When water and food is not readily available, people become more desperate. They will begin to target those who have. Be prepared to defend yourself and group. Because you planned you are now part of the have’s. Its simply natural for the have not’s to band together to get what they need to survive. You need to be prepared to defend yourself in these situations. Know your options, Fight or flight. The safest route would be to avoid contact with others when the situation gets worse. Until you feel confident the situation is safe enough to return. Consider a hide out or safe haven in your plan.
4.Implementing the plan/s
Implementing the plan you have developed sounds easy enough. Not so. Now the real work begins. Once you have the master plan, you now have to decide what skills and tools are the most important. What order of importance do you put on the skills and tools.
Again this depends on your situation and plan. As I said before the procedure for each of us is the same. The details will be different. For me as a solo situation, I have to make all the decisions then carry out each task. For a group this maybe different. You need a leader, Pick one. The leader will decide who performs what tasks and that person needs to learn those skills necessary. Then pass that knowledge on to the rest of the group. One person in a group having the only knowledge and skill to perform a task will not work. If that person is no longer available for what ever reason. The group as a whole is lost. Be sure everyone has the skills. Some will be better at certain skills then others. But the whole group knowing how to do the task makes the group that much stronger, growing confidence.
So with that all said. I am now ready to List what I consider my priorities. Again the priorities and order I pick will differ from others. Use this list as a starting point for your plan.
Here is mine.
1. I will have a mini plan developed before I go anywhere. That plan will be to get me to My home base.(I am assuming the disaster occurs when away from my home Base). Whether working or camping. Developing the skills for the Ultimate Goal will cover the necessary tools need to get to Home Base. Once I am at my home base this is the list of Knowledge and skills (Prioritized) I will need to get to get me to my Children and Family. Home base will have the rest of the required tools I need to complete the ultimate goal.
2.Develop my knowledge by research of skill sets (Based on the list below). The information will be saved for reference.
General survival information.
Environments
Tools
Shelter
Water and food gathering
Basic Navigation.
Comfort items. (Mental support tools)
Learning the Tool Skills
There you have my plan of action. Starting next I gather the general survival information.
Your basic survival needs
After hours of surfing the web, Looking at videos. (You Tube, Google, Google +, Instagram, Facebook, Explorer, etc.), My mind is numb. So much information, Ideas, Lists, What first, What next, Tools, How to knowledge and on it goes.
I have come to this conclusion!
What do I need. Based on the information I have gathered. Nobody thinks, Needs or wants the same as everybody else. We all have our own ideas as to what works for us. Its a “mind set” everybody has.
” I have known me for ….years, I know what I need to make me happy, comfortable, safe.”
Many factors will affect your decisions. Here are a few that come to mind.
- What is the ultimate goal of the plan or plans you are working towards.
- What scenarios are you preparing for. Self survival, group, home preparedness, Medical or physical emergency (accidents), local, National or Global disaster, All of the above.
- Alone, group or both. Do you live alone as I do. Or do you have a family or group to factor in.
- Urban, wilderness or both. In the city, House vs Apartment, Suburbs, Remote wilderness. Camping, Home or away, etc.
- Age, Physical conditioning, Knowledge. This applies to all persons in a group survival setting.
- Resources available. Do you have reliable transportation, Are emergency services close and available. Are neighbors close and can you rely on them. Is there shelter, food and water sources.
- How long do you need to sustain yourself or group. A day, Week, Months.
Just to name a few, these factors will help you determine what you need.
My best advice, HAVE A PLAN or PLANS in place.
Do some research, gather information, knowledge and skills. From that develop your plan. Having an ultimate Goal will help determine the knowledge and skill sets you will need.
If you are in a group (More than one soul is involved).
Question? Are pets considered souls. Once again an example of personal priority. A future discussion? But I digress.
Discuss the plans with the others, Make sure everyone involved is comfortable with the plans decided on. They need to understand what the ultimate goal is. Remember if someone is not happy they will probably be a hindrance when the plan needs to be implemented. You as a group will have to convince them this is the best plan or exclude them from the group. Remember this is a survival situation. The group, as a whole must survive or the group plan you have will not succeed.
If you are alone, Make a plan or plans, Find another person or persons, who’s knowledge you respect to go over your plans with you. Have them offer advise to improve or approve your plans.
So with all this in mind, (Which is what you the reader should keep in mind.) I will start to plan my schooling in the NOVICE BASIC SURVIVAL NEEDS school of thought. Remember, What I think I need is and will be different to your needs. This Blog is about helping me and you get to where you the reader need to be. Use it as a starting point or guide if you will.
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Over the last 6 months, I have been more active in my hobbies. I enjoy the outdoors and find every opportunity to get out. I camp, fly fish and Kayak as often as I can. Lately I have discovered a real passion. Solo kayak camping. I now find myself planning a Solo kayak camping trip regularly. I manage to get out about 2 weekends a month. This typically involves finding a lake or river that allows “boat in camping”. I then begin planning the trip. Checking regulations, restrictions and getting as much information on the location as I can find. Then there is dates and timing, lists are made for what I need for food, water and anything else I normally would take camping with me.
Using a kayak as your mode of transport severely limits your resources you can take with you. Especially so for me. I have a Hobie Outback kayak. The outback is a sit on top designed specifically with fishing in mind. I bought the Outback for the stability and the Mirage Drive, Which allows me to keep moving, hands free to fly fish. Storage of camping necessities is limited, so I have to plan carefully.
While researching (read, casually surfing the web for entertainment) and I came across a website dedicated to surviving in the wilderness. This got me thinking of how I would cope with a survival situation on a solo trip. It was not a comforting thought. I discovered how little prepared I am for something going wrong on one of my trips. Moving forward with these thoughts, I discovered how unprepared I am for any emergency. Whether it be outdoors, at work or at home. After some research, I came to the conclusion I need to increase my knowledge and ability to survive a bad situation.
My website The Novice Survivalist is my way to finding out “The how to survive” in an Urban or Outdoor emergency scenario. Trust me when I say “I have to keep it simple”. I am truly a novice survivalist. With that in mind, I hope to fix that problem.
Simply put. I need to increase my general knowledge on survival.
I will be logging my journey through this new adventure. And ill be doing it on The Novice Survivalist website.
Join me as I journey through the basics of survival. I welcome comments and suggestions from all comers , whether novice or master survivalist. Hopefully you can help me and other beginners, become better prepared survivalists.
Where possible I will actually try out resource suggestions and even video my attempts (dirt time). If anything it should be “entertaining”. And hopefully help me and you the reader become prepared in a survival scenario. Of course I will also post camping trip videos, showing the new found skills I have gained.
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Next up, finding out what are the most important, minimal survival skills I should know and tools needed in order to use that knowledge.
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