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Dallas Summer Camp

The Winston School 5707 Royal Ln Dallas, TX 75229

DALLAS, TX

Dallas Summer Camp

All year long, kids find themselves encased in rigid structure.

When summer comes, we give them what they desperately need — freedom to expand and evolve. At Steve & Kate’s, campers choose which activities they do, whom they do it with and for how long. For kids, this experience is pure joy. It’s also a kind of training ground for life, where they’ll need to be empowered and independent and resilient and responsible for their own decisions. Happy human-ing starts here.

Grown-ups adore freedom, too.

We’ve described the magical gift you give your kids when you empower them to make their own decisions. Now let’s talk hardcore convenience for you:

  • Buy a any number of days and send your kid to camp any day you want? Check.
  • Drop the kiddos off and pick them up whenever you want? Yup.
  • Long camp hours, all included? Totally.
  • Tasty meals and snacks, also included? You bet.
  • Get an automatic refund for unused days at summer’s end? For sure.
  • Do you deserve this kind of freedom? Yes, you do.
Camp details

CAMP DETAILS

DATES

May 27 - Aug 1

NOTES

Closed June 19 and July 4

HOURS

8:00 am - 6:00 pm

AGES

4–12

ADDRESS

The Winston School
5707 Royal Ln
Dallas, TX 75229

DIRECTOR

Noah

CALL/TEXT

972-640-2383

FOOD

View Weekly Menu

Additional info for Dallas campers

Local Camp Drop-off/Pick-Up Procedures

As we get closer to summer, we’ll email registered families a link to our virtual, camp orientation. This will provide important information such as our local camp drop-off & pick-up procedures, how to check-in and check-out of camp each day, what to bring (and not bring), and a few more camp details.

Campus & Accessibility Details

The Winston School is ADA-Accessible
Learn more about our host school: www.winston-school.org/

Mentorship Program

We’re excited to offer our Mentorship Program at this camp location for Summer 2025!

Intended exclusively for children ages 14-15, our Mentorship Program is an experience where participants can get a taste of what it’s like to be a counselor and develop leadership skills, while upholding our self-directed philosophy.

With the supervision of Steve & Kate’s staff, Mentees (our program participants) will help facilitate camp activities, engage with campers, and help encourage camper connection and participation. The program utilizes self-directed learning to support Mentees in their development into young adults ready to take on more responsibilities.

Mentorship Rates:

Mentorship Day Pass Rate: $84
Mentorship Summer Pass Rate: $2,470
Returning Mentees: $0

Per usual, any unused Mentorship Day Passes will be automatically refunded in full at summer’s end. If you purchase a Mentorship Summer Pass and end up using less than 30 days of camp, then we’ll calculate what you would have paid at the daily rate and refund you the difference automatically.

Mentorship Application

To participate in the Mentorship Program, please submit an application here.. Please note that Mentees must attend the camp location they apply for. Once approved, your local director will email you with instructions for completing registration. If you have any questions, please reach out to your local director.

Activities

Choosing activities: the daily dilemma.

Coding. Sewing. Baking. Making. Sporting. Filming. Lounging. Every day, campers face the excruciating task of choosing from these and many more engrossing activities. Some select a mix of many. Others burrow deep into one or two. Either way, each day they face new experiences bristling with trade-offs and tantalizing possibilities.

In the early morning and late afternoon, campers ramp up and wind down with recreational choices. For the bulk of the day, children will choose from the activities listed below.

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STOP-MOTION ANIMATION

Learn the craft of stop-motion animation as you create unique characters and stories to produce your own short films on our custom-built animation stages. Available within the Media Lab. 
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SEWING SALON

Discover or deepen your love for sewing with colorful custom fabric patterns and exciting sewing challenges. Use hand-sewing and machine sewing techniques to design and create garments, accessories, and other cloth creations!
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CODING

Practice hands-on coding with our carefully selected iPad apps, designed for both early and advanced readers. These interactive programs gamify learning, making coding fun and accessible for all skill levels.
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MEDIA LAB

Alongside film, coding, and robotics, you can unleash your digital creativity with music production and digital art in the Media Lab. Mix beats in GarageBand, experiment with electronic music, or dive into interactive art apps to bring your vision to life.
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ROBOTICS

Leverage leading-edge robotic technology to empower your learning and problem-solving. Choose from guided activities and self-directed games, plus tools like robot landscapes and custom mazes.
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BAKERY

Explore new baked creations with fillings, spices, and add-ons, as you customize your confections to satisfy your sweet and savory palate. 
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TINKER LAB

Tinker endlessly with a thoughtful supply of arts and crafts, custom ‘maker packs’ made to spur innovation, and even 3D pens for the coolest collaborative and take-home projects.
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S&K TRADITIONS

Participate in decades-old Steve & Kate’s traditions like Find Chuckie—our beloved, elusive, rubber chicken—and Friday Pie-Day—where you can cap off a productive week by treating friends and camp staffers to a refreshing pie in the face.
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SPORTS & REC

Run, jump, throw, kick, play. Get the go-kart experience or unleash with athletic equipment essentials chosen especially for your site’s unique fields and rec spaces. Team up with peers and staff to play classic sports and even make up new games!
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WEEKLY SPECIALS

Jump into a new special experience every day! Whether it’s a new giant inflatable, a musical performance, a movement workshop, or a popup petting zoo, you can count on this boredom-busting daily activity to switch things up! Look out for our official 2025 Specials lineup this spring.
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WATER PLAY

There’s nothing like water play on a hot summer day! Stay cool with activities like water tag, inflatable slip n’ slides, and some giant sprinkler action. Wherever space, weather, and local water restrictions allow them, we bring it!
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LOUNGE & LIBRARY

Join friends for some get-your-wiggles-out fun playing tabletop games, building marble mazes and forts, or retreat to a quiet corner filled with satisfying sensory objects and a thoughtfully stocked bookshelf to engage all ages and interests.

Even more activities.

At Steve & Kate’s, enough is never enough. So every week we supplement our main offering of activities with thrill-inducing weekly specials. Here’s what’s coming this summer to your location:

May 27–30

Tuesday

18' Blue Paradise Water Slide + Castle Bounce House (Wet)

Campers splash and bounce on water and inflatable structures. Please bring a labeled swimsuit, towel, and water shoes/sandals to participate.

Tuesday

Friendship Bracelets

Campers design colorful friendship bracelets to keep or share with new friends.

Wednesday

Archery

Campers take aim at creative targets on the archery range, building focus, coordination, & confidence in a spirited environment.

Wednesday

Castle Bounce House

Campers step into a world of imagination as they jump and play inside this castle-themed inflatable.

Wednesday

Low Ropes Course

Low ropes at camp provide a thrilling ground-level adventure, promoting teamwork and communication as campers navigate obstacles together.

Thursday

18' Blue Paradise Water Slide + Castle Bounce House (Wet)

Campers splash and bounce on water and inflatable structures. Please bring a swimsuit, towel, and water shoes/sandals to participate.

Friday

Pie Day

Since 1980 Steve & Kate’s has celebrated the end of the week with an optional whipped cream pie to the face.

Friday

Scavenger Hunt

Campers team up to solve clues and find hidden items around camp.

Friday

Go Karts

Campers cruise around in electric/pedal go-karts with helmets provided or brought from home.

Jun 2–6

Monday

Bubble Wrap Art Workshop

Campers create textured artwork using paint and bubble wrap.

Tuesday

40' Colorful Obstacle Course (Wet)

Campers splash, climb, and crawl their way through our giant inflatable obstacle course—packed with water-filled fun, weather permitting. Please bring a labeled swimsuit, towel, and water shoes/sandals to participate.

Wednesday

Low Ropes Course

Low ropes at camp provide a thrilling ground-level adventure, promoting teamwork and communication as campers navigate obstacles together.

Wednesday

Archery

Campers take aim at creative targets on the archery range, building focus, coordination, & confidence in a spirited environment.

Wednesday

40' Colorful Obstacle Course (Dry)

Campers climb, crawl, and race their way through this 40’ long inflatable obstacle course designed to challenge agility, coordination, and quick thinking.

Thursday

40' Colorful Obstacle Course (Wet)

Course splash, climb, and crawl their way through our giant inflatable obstacle course—packed with water-filled fun, weather permitting. Please bring a labeled swimsuit, towel, and water shoes/sandals to participate.

Friday

Go Karts

Campers take the driver’s seat as they cruise around in our kid-friendly, electric/pedal go-karts. We’ll have helmets on-hand for campers to use. Alternatively families can bring a labeled helmet to use from home.

Friday

Bake Off

Campers team up to bake and decorate sweet treats for fun and (friendly) judging.

Friday

Pie Day

Since 1980 Steve & Kate’s has celebrated the end of the week with an optional whipped cream pie to the face.

Friday

Heard Museum Show

Live animal presentation with amazing creatures from Heard Museum.

Jun 9–13

Monday

Create Your Own Birdhouse

Campers build and paint small wooden birdhouses to take home.

Tuesday

16' Island Fire Dual Lane Water Slide + Dino Bounce House (Wet)

Campers climb to the top and zoom down a massive inflatable water slide—an exciting way to cool off and soak up some summer thrills. Please bring a labeled swimsuit, towel, and water shoes/sandals to participate.

Wednesday

Low Ropes Course

Low ropes at camp provide a thrilling ground-level adventure, promoting teamwork and communication as campers navigate obstacles together.

Wednesday

Dino Bounce House (Dry)

Campers step into a world of imagination as they jump and play inside this dino-themed inflatable.

Wednesday

Archery

Campers take aim at creative targets on the archery range, building focus, coordination, & confidence in a spirited environment.

Thursday

16' Island Fire Dual Lane Water Slide + Dino Bounce House (Wet)

Campers climb to the top and zoom down a massive inflatable water slide—an exciting way to cool off and soak up some summer thrills.

Thursday

Pickleball Tournament

A friendly paddle sport competition with camp bragging rights.

Friday

Pie Day

Since 1980 Steve & Kate’s has celebrated the end of the week with an optional whipped cream pie to the face.

Friday

Go Karts

Campers take the driver’s seat as they cruise around in our kid-friendly, electric/pedal go-karts.
We’ll have helmets on-hand for campers to use. Alternatively families can bring a labeled helmet to use from home.

Jun 16–20

Monday

Rock Painting

Creative fun painting smooth rocks with colors and designs.

Monday

Magical Matty Magic Show

A high-energy, interactive magic show with comedy and illusions.

Tuesday

40' Rock Climb Obstacle (Wet)

Campers splash, climb, and crawl their way through our giant inflatable obstacle course—packed with water-filled fun, weather permitting. Please bring a labeled swimsuit, towel, and water shoes/sandals to participate.

Wednesday

Low Ropes Course

Low ropes at camp provide a thrilling ground-level adventure, promoting teamwork and communication as campers navigate obstacles together.

Wednesday

Archery

Campers take aim at creative targets on the archery range, building focus, coordination, & confidence in a spirited environment.

Wednesday

Perot Museum

Dig Those Dinos Workshop – Hands-on learning about paleontology with real fossils and tools.

Wednesday

40' Rock Climb Obstacle (Dry)

Campers climb, crawl, and race through our inflatable obstacle course—perfect for high-energy fun and friendly competition.

Thursday

40' Rock Climb Obstacle

Campers splash, climb, and crawl their way through our giant inflatable obstacle course—packed with water-filled fun, weather permitting. Please bring a labeled swimsuit, towel, and water shoes/sandals to participate.

Friday

Go Karts

Campers take the driver’s seat as they cruise around in our kid-friendly, electric/pedal go-karts. We’ll have helmets on-hand for campers to use. Alternatively families can bring a labeled helmet to use from home.

Friday

Pie Day

Since 1980 Steve & Kate’s has celebrated the end of the week with an optional whipped cream pie to the face.

Jun 23–27

Monday

Heard Museum Show

Campers explore nature through crafts and critters with Heard Museum educators.

Tuesday

17' Surf Beach Water Slide + Block Party Bounce House + Bubble Fizz Foam Party (Wet)

Campers dive into bubbly fun with foam and inflatable play. Please bring a labeled swimsuit, towel, and water shoes/sandals to participate.

Wednesday

Archery

Campers take aim at creative targets on the archery range, building focus, coordination, & confidence in a spirited environment.

Wednesday

Block Party Bounce House (Dry)

Campers step into a world of imagination as they jump and play inside this roblox-themed inflatable.

Wednesday

Low Ropes Course

Low ropes at camp provide a thrilling ground-level adventure, promoting teamwork and communication as campers navigate obstacles together.

Thursday

17' Surf Beach Water Slide + Block Party Bounce House (Wet)

Campers climb to the top and zoom down a massive inflatable water slide—an exciting way to cool off and soak up some summer thrills.

Friday

Go Karts

Campers take the driver’s seat as they cruise around in our kid-friendly, electric/pedal go-karts. We’ll have helmets on-hand for campers to use. Alternatively families can bring a labeled helmet to use from home.

Friday

Pie Day

Since 1980 Steve & Kate’s has celebrated the end of the week with an optional whipped cream pie to the face.

Friday

Bake Off

Campers team up to bake and decorate sweet treats for fun and (friendly) judging.

Jun 30–Jul 3

Monday

Creepy Critters Bug Show

A fun, educational bug encounter with live insects.

Tuesday

40' Colorful Obstacle Course (Wet)

Campers splash, climb, and crawl their way through our giant inflatable obstacle course—packed with water-filled fun, weather permitting.

Tuesday

Fashion Show

Campers become designers and models for the day–creating their own looks in the Sewing Salon and showing them off in a playful, confidence-boosting runway show.

Wednesday

40' Colorful Obstacle Course (Dry)

Campers climb, crawl, and race through our inflatable obstacle course—perfect for high-energy fun and friendly competition.

Thursday

40' Colorful Obstacle Course (Wet)

Campers splash, climb, and crawl their way through our giant inflatable obstacle course—packed with water-filled fun, weather permitting. Please bring a labeled swimsuit, towel, and water shoes/sandals to participate.

Friday

Go Karts

Campers take the driver’s seat as they cruise around in our kid-friendly, electric/pedal go-karts. We’ll have helmets on-hand for campers to use. Alternatively families can bring a labeled helmet to use from home.

Friday

Pie Day

Since 1980 Steve & Kate’s has celebrated the end of the week with an optional whipped cream pie to the face.

Jul 7–11

Monday

Kung Fu Day

Campers learn basic martial arts moves with a visiting instructor.

Tuesday

18' Blue Paradise Water Slide + Castle Bounce House (Wet)

Campers climb to the top and zoom down a massive inflatable water slide—an exciting way to cool off and soak up some summer thrills.

Wednesday

Archery

Campers take aim at creative targets on the archery range, building focus, coordination, & confidence in a spirited environment.

Wednesday

Low Ropes Course

Low ropes at camp provide a thrilling ground-level adventure, promoting teamwork and communication as campers navigate obstacles together.

Wednesday

Castle Bounce House (Dry)

Campers step into a world of imagination as they jump and play inside this castle-themed inflatable.

Thursday

18' Blue Paradise Water Slide + Castle Bounce House

Campers climb to the top and zoom down a massive inflatable water slide—an exciting way to cool off and soak up some summer thrills. Please bring a labeled swimsuit, towel, and water shoes/sandals to participate.

Friday

Bake Off

Campers team up to bake and decorate sweet treats for fun and (friendly) judging.

Friday

Pie Day

Since 1980 Steve & Kate’s has celebrated the end of the week with an optional whipped cream pie to the face.

Friday

Go Karts

Campers take the driver’s seat as they cruise around in our kid-friendly, electric/pedal go-karts. We’ll have helmets on-hand for campers to use. Alternatively families can bring a labeled helmet to use from home.

Friday

Dani Doodles

Campers learn caricature art from a professional artist.

Jul 14–18

Monday

Magical Matty Magic Show

A new round of magical antics and comedy from Magical Matty.

Tuesday

40' Rock Climb Obstacle (Wet)

Campers splash, climb, and crawl their way through our giant inflatable obstacle course—packed with water-filled fun, weather permitting.

Wednesday

40' Rock Climb Obstacle (Dry)

Campers climb, crawl, and race through our inflatable obstacle course—perfect for high-energy fun and friendly competition.

Wednesday

Low Ropes Course

Low ropes at camp provide a thrilling ground-level adventure, promoting teamwork and communication as campers navigate obstacles together.

Wednesday

Archery

Campers take aim at creative targets on the archery range, building focus, coordination, & confidence in a spirited environment.

Thursday

40' Rock Climb Obstacle (Wet)

Campers splash, climb, and crawl their way through our giant inflatable obstacle course—packed with water-filled fun, weather permitting.

Friday

Pie Day

Since 1980 Steve & Kate’s has celebrated the end of the week with an optional whipped cream pie to the face.

Friday

Go Karts

Campers take the driver’s seat as they cruise around in our kid-friendly, electric/pedal go-karts. We’ll have helmets on-hand for campers to use. Alternatively families can bring a labeled helmet to use from home.

Friday

Movie Competition

Campers create and showcase short films for a mini film fest.

Jul 21–25

Tuesday

16' Island Fire Dual Lane Water Slide + Dino Bounce House (Wet)

Campers climb to the top and zoom down a massive inflatable water slide—an exciting way to cool off and soak up some summer thrills.

Wednesday

Dino Bounce House (Dry)

Campers step into a world of imagination as they jump and play inside this dino-themed inflatable.

Wednesday

Low Ropes Course

Low ropes at camp provide a thrilling ground-level adventure, promoting teamwork and communication as campers navigate obstacles together.

Wednesday

Archery

Campers take aim at creative targets on the archery range, building focus, coordination, & confidence in a spirited environment.

Thursday

16' Island Fire Dual Lane Water Slide + Dino Bounce House (Wet)

Campers climb to the top and zoom down a massive inflatable water slide—an exciting way to cool off and soak up some summer thrills.

Friday

Go Karts

Campers take the driver’s seat as they cruise around in our kid-friendly, electric/pedal go-karts. We’ll have helmets on-hand for campers to use. Alternatively families can bring a labeled helmet to use from home.

Friday

Karaoke Party

Campers sing their hearts out with friends in a playful karaoke battle.

Friday

Pie Day

Since 1980 Steve & Kate’s has celebrated the end of the week with an optional whipped cream pie to the face.

Friday

Perot Museum

Engineers, Assemble! Workshop & Demo – Campers explore STEM with hands-on engineering builds and a demo.

Jul 28–Aug 1

Wednesday

Low Ropes Course

Low ropes at camp provide a thrilling ground-level adventure, promoting teamwork and communication as campers navigate obstacles together.

Wednesday

Archery

Campers take aim at creative targets on the archery range, building focus, coordination, & confidence in a spirited environment.

Wednesday

Archery

Campers take aim at creative targets on the archery range, building focus, coordination, & confidence in a spirited environment.

Friday

Carnival Day

On the last day of camp we’ll trade in our traditional activities for a giant, end-of-summer celebration! Get excited for carnival games, extra treats, and plenty of chances to win prizes.

Youngest campers fly solo, but there’s a net.

Most kids take to life at Steve & Kate’s like the naturally hardy individuals they are. For some, especially our younger campers, it can take a little longer to get their wings. That’s why each camp has staff dedicated specifically to supporting our youngest campers. Helping these campers discover their camp magic is the whole point of our Youngest Camper Support Staff, and every time it’s exhilarating to behold.

Food

Eat your heart out. (It’s included.)

Life without delicious food sucks. That’s why our cuisine de camp features a mouth-watering array of tasty, nourishing grub. In partnership with fan favorite restaurants, we keep kids fired up with food they love — from piping hot pizza to salubrious Caesar salads to tangy tomato soup, and much more. Our menus include rotating specials as well as healthy snacks and sides kids can grab whenever their fuel gauge dips into the red. Chomp, chomp. Munch, munch.

What’s on the menu.

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Fees

What camp costs.

Perhaps you are a grown-up who loves to plan. Or maybe you’re an expert of the fine art of logistical improvisation. Miraculously, our camp fees are designed to scratch both of your respective itches. Buy any number of Day Passes or a Summer Pass, and use them whenever you want during the summer. Don’t even bother to let us know when you’re coming — just roll up. If your plans change, don’t sweat it. We’ll automatically refund your unused Passes in full at summer’s end. How many other summer camps can offer you that level of flexibility?*

*Not one that we know of.

Day Pass and Summer Pass fees cover the entire Steve & Kate’s experience, including lunch, snacks, activities and the entire day from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm.

Fee includes lunch, snacks, activities and all hours 8:00am to 6:00pm.

  • Buy any number of Day Passes and use them any day at any open location.
  • Add more Day Passes to your account at any time.
  • All unused passes are automatically refunded back at the rate you paid, by September 29, 2025.

Fee includes lunch, snacks, activities and all hours 8:00am to 6:00pm.

  • One fee covers the entire summer–That’s up to 47 days of camp in Dallas!
  • If you purchase a Summer Pass and use less than 30 days of camp, we’ll calculate what you would have paid at the Day Pass rate and refund you the difference automatically by September 29, 2025.
Testimonials

These people are very smart. You should listen to them.

I really like that you've carved out something truly unique - a completely low-stress experience for parents. No pre-planning, no need to make lunch, no need to decide which days to attend, automatic refunds. It took some stress out of planning our summer.
Dan C.

(S&K parent)

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Even though there are so many kids, she was able to put a personal touch to it by remembering every kid’s name, being open to suggestions as well as remembering to remind my 4 year old daughter to go to the bathroom! My daughter had so much fun making a dress for her bear, making bread, dancing, playing with the weekly specials and the list goes on and on.
Elaine C.

(S&K parent)

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It's great to pick up your kid from camp with a smile and excited about the day they spent doing various activities. Staff was wonderful and not having to think about food was such a relief.
Christian K.

(S&K parent)

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Staff

Our dedicated camp
team.

For our team members, giving kids the space to liberate their true potential becomes a kind of calling. Think of them as a high-energy, warm-hearted crew of child advocates who deftly balance two invaluable skills — that of providing structure and guidance, and that of staying the heck out of campers’ ways. If that’s not enough, they’re all background-checked and trained in CPR and first-aid. Say “hi” to them at camp — they’d love to meet you.

Mentorship Program

Mentorship Program

This camp location also participates in a Mentorship Program (or junior counselor program) for teens who might want to work at camp some day or who just aren’t quite ready to give up that sweet camper life. This program guides children ages 14-15 through camp experiences aimed to develop their leadership skills, all while honoring our approach to self-directed learning. Learn more, here.  

Events

Steve & Kate's Events

Join us at an upcoming virtual Information Session to learn all the camp basics. We’ll give a quick presentation and overview on our program, and then answer any questions you have. Please note that Information Sessions are open to all Steve & Kate’s Camps, and are not specific to any given location. All Information Sessions are listed in ET.

Local Events

Your camp director

Meet your camp director.

Our camp directors are year-round employees. That means you are free to contact them anytime with your questions about life at Steve & Kate’s, or questions about life in general.

Noah Westerfield

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Noah joined the S&K team in 2023! When not at camp you can find Noah enjoying a camp fire on the beach, or visiting Santa Cruz, CA.

This summer Noah is most excited to offer so many fun & engaging activities to our campers. Everyday is going to be an experience!

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