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Monastery of 11 Strings

Hosted by Victoria · Wombeyan Caves, New South Wales
10 sites · RV, Tent · 400 acres
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167 reviews
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Lovingly developed for 15 years as a mindful refuge & wildlife corridor by Victoria, a filmmaker/permaculture designer, the property was completely destroyed in 2018. Thus the mega bushfire cycle began impacting forever most of NSW's flora, fauna & people. Nature ultimately prevails & slowly the untamed terrain is healing. After studying at RMIT School of Architecture & Design for three years with the intention to design tiny living house systems better suited for harsh environments, Victoria has returned. Slowly she rebuilds a humble off-grid existence from the burnt-out bus fusing knowledge of building design with her food forests/aquaponics passion, keen to create an environmentally connected experience to share with like-minded others. By staying you are helping her & all the wild things emerge from the ashes. Thank you. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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10 sites
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1 - RAINBOW TREE

99%
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RV/tent site · Sleeps 25 · Vehicles under 10 m
1 - RAINBOW TREE CAMP is by far the most spacious, and accessible site with ample flat areas to park and set up camp. Can accommodate a fullblown posse, and all vehicle friendly. Featuring a handhewn picnic table made from milled fallen trees from the land, an upcycled gas BBQ with tools and cleaning vinegar [please leave it as you find it] personal IBC station for utility water, Compost Revolution Eco Tumbler for all food waste, a private compost toilet with killer views and camp fire pit with big sky above and beyond the mountain range. Close to the main gate but still hidden away from the road with views of adjacent Mares Forest National Park and the odd jumping wallaby or even wild brumby passing through.
No campfires
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup
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7 - THE HERMIT HUT

98%
(32)
RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 10 m
Situated up high and nestled into the back of the hill with panoramic views this site offers expansive mountain views from North to South looking east to especially soak up morning sun & the still standing original handhewn from foraged items Hermit Hut . Incredibly private, this spot is the Jewel of The Monastery Nile. Suitable for a slightly larger than usual setup and can support a camp trailer or even small caravan. Suitable for the solitary types through to a small group including fur family friends. 4WD recommended, however as long as your vehicle has clearance for uneven ground it's fine [just don't drive too far down]. Supplied on site is a personal IBC for utility water supply, compost toilet, composting wheelie bin, food waste bucket and stone fire circle for enjoying warm smoky tendrils up in the stars.
4WD recommended
No campfires
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
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2 - BRUMBIES NOOK

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 10 · Vehicles under 10 m
2 - BRUMBIES NOOK is a lovely sheltered space tucked away overlooking mostly bush and pastoral hills opposite. Situated conveniently just off the main driveway which is more a kangaroo track really. This site requires caution after big rains as the entry gets soft. Sometimes a brumby might be spotted also [they like carrots and muesli bars]. The site is fully self-contained. There's a small campfire pit, a cute upcycled gas BBQ with cleaning vinegar & basic tools provided [please clean before you go], your own utility water, privately screened compost loo with composting wheelie bin and upcycled compost tumbler your food waste to feed the worms. To die for views of bush covered hills facing east to bask in the early morning sunrise. Best for groups up to six or so. Comfortably fits 3 large tents or a couple of campers. Fur friends always welcome.
4WD recommended
No campfires
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
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6 - WIRRITJIN WORKSHOP

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 8 · Vehicles under 10 m
6 - THE WIRRITJIN WORKSHOP nudges the forest fringe on a perfect patchwork of a native grassland tapestry under sparse wayward eucalypts. Handhewn edible earthen stone walls loving built by our original campers who came and stayed on for much longer than originally intended, creates an intimate space around the 2nd fire circle. This much loved space works well with a camper trailer and tent with room for a hammock between the trees. A 1000L utility water IBC, Compost Revolution Eco-Tumbler for food waste, and personal outdoor compost loo with flow on composter are provided as well as an ad hoc corro and bits of the bush firewood shelter. Perfect for a sprawling family including well behaved fur friends.
4WD recommended
No campfires
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
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3 - BUDDHA TREE VIEW

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 10 m
S3 - BUDDHA TREE VIEW offers sunrise and morning light filled views of bush covered hills across the valley. A beautiful spot to take in the incredible misty mountain opposite and relax with a fire under the stars. A site best suited for an intimate group and their fur friends with a small to medium sized set-up. A tent & awning work well with room for a cleverly parked camper. Suitable for 2WD. A slightly cross-country mini hike to a personal compost loo with killer views. 250L utility water, a fireside Weber BBQ, and a little compost bucket for all your food waste. It's fully self-contained. 250L artesian water barrel, personal compost toilet area [poo with a view with a humanure composter], food waste bucket [for the worm farm] are all provided at your site as well as an upcycled old school Weber BBQ if you fancy cooking over contained flames. Gorgeous spot atop the mountain ridge. Access suitable for all vehicles with enough clearance.
4WD recommended
No campfires
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
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5 - CASUARINA RISE

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 10 m
5 - CASUARINA RISE strides the ridgetop facing into Mares Forest National Park. A lazy slope fuses the camp crest into the weeping she-oaks which fringe the mystery moistness below. The camp itself is framed by snow gums punctuated by leaf litter on the forest floor. Plenty of firewood to forage up high above the small seasonal creek where bunyips are known to lurk. This site can be driven to by 4WD. A stoned in drum fire circle with hotplate are provided, a compost bucket for food waste with 250L utility water provided. A short descent into the glen leads you to your very own private compost loo with a wheelie bin composter discreetly hidden amongst the trees. An intimate space perfect for a small group and their preferred fur friend. Just enough space for a camp trailer & tent set-up. Can spill over into adjacent clearing to make it more of a bush tribe vibe.
4WD recommended
No campfires
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
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9 - HERMIT'S CIRCLE

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 12 · Vehicles under 10 m
S9 - Hermit Circle is a secret hideaway offering private panorama hill views tucked around from the dilapidated Hermit Hut. Legend has it the hidden stone circle is a place of ancient hand fasting rites where wild forest sprites celebrated their love. The place still blesses the lucky few who come to lie under the open skies to stargaze here. A 250L artesian water barrel is provided, compost bucket and your own portable compost toilet kit with biobags & Who Gives a Crap TP. An expansive stone fire circle completes the scene. A couple of precious flat spaces, suitable for tents and/or a camper trailer or two.
4WD recommended
No campfires
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
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4 - COOLAMON BEND

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 10 · Vehicles under 10 m
4 - COOLAMON BEND is a tranquil spot for a group who can freely spread out under the trees with their well behaved fur friends off the beaten track. It's the unmarked highway for tiny wallabies and much rounder wallaroos. Your temporary forest home enjoys incredible sunset views down into the seasonal creek shielded by a casuarina grove and wombat bottoms. 4WD drive-on site only in drier conditions otherwise all vehicles can park on site perimeter and cross-country hike 30m to the camping spot depending where you want to set-up, there's a couple of options for spillover. This site works well for tents and trailers; has a wildcamp vibe a little off the beaten track. It has recently successfully housed 2 x offgrid caravans and worked really well! A fire drum, personal compost bush loo, humanure composter, food waste bucket, and 250L utility water barrel are all provided. Just bring the tent, marshmallows and good times! Directly across the drive is little used Gurugulan Mound which is great if there's a large group for party spillovers for a forest village vibe.
4WD recommended
No campfires
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
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8 - GURUGULAN MOUND

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 4 · Vehicles under 10 m
Choose to wild camp as the hill spills away from the driveway into secret alcoves or stay close to the magical stones & termite mound with your camper trailer on the compact flat space adjacent to the drive. Enough room for a couple of cars & tents or a camper trailer. Or an entire Ewok village down the hill for resourceful wild hikers who crave adventure and invisibility. Spectacular eastward views regardless. The hills are alive! Treasure abounds for those who want to take short hike down to where the sunrise meets the horizon. An undeveloped secret garden with 'mod bush cons' like your own personal compost loo, humanure composter, sealed food waste bucket & 20L utility water for dishes (refills available just up the drive). Oh and an ancient stone pit for cold nights, marshmallows & sending smoke signals. This site is directly opposite Coolamon Bend so great for larger group spillovers and extra friends for adjoining campsites.
4WD recommended
No campfires
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
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10 - MARES FOREST VIEW

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 10 m
10 - MARES FOREST VIEW is a hidden intimate site with a shoulder strip which allows for group spillover if need be. Off the beaten track, it straddles the back of the ridge top with glimpses over Mares Forest National Park. The main campsite with the best views is cosy and wedged into a rare spot above the sloping forest. There's another space buttressed close through a thin veil of trees which allows an extra vehicle and tribe to join forces. There's a 250L water barrel, a stone fire circle, personal portable compost loo and bucket for food scraps. Plenty of firewood to forage in the hood. This site is 4WD recommended and high & dry. NB. For larger group bookings, this site works well with Hermit Hut and Hermit Circle as they're clustered over the hill from the main ridge sites.
4WD recommended
No campfires
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup

Reviews

99% Recommend208 Ratings · 167 reviews
Victoria's campsite offers a tranquil escape into nature with plenty of privacy and a deep connection to the bush. Guests consistently praise the warm hospitality and thoughtful setup, including a well-maintained composting toilet and available firewood. The site's proximity to attractions like the Wombeyan Caves and a scenic creek hike are highlights, though some reviewers note the need for preparation due to the rustic facilities. Overall, the site is ideal for those seeking a serene and immersive outdoor experience.
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· September 2026
Buddha Tree View @ Monastery of 11
10 m pop-up camper · With kids ·
3 - BUDDHA TREE VIEW
Great spot for ground or roof top tent camping. Very peace with lots of birds making their presence heard. Will visit again.
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· September 2026
5 m campervan · With pets ·
1 - RAINBOW TREE
Great spot, super private and peaceful, we even saw a very healthy looking wombat! Couldn't quite work out the compost "toilets" - they were just buckets with bags in we think, but nobody was quite brave enough to open them, best off driving to Taralga for number 2s if you require a toilet seat!
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· September 2026
Lovely stay
Tent ·
3 - BUDDHA TREE VIEW
It was lovely camping at the Buddha tree site. All sites that I saw seemed quite level. My site had minimal rocks to dig into me when sleeping, and well appointed with a fire pit and small shelter for Tinder etc. The toilet set up seemed pretty good, although I didn't use as I had my own set up.
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· September 2026
Fun times
Tent ·
1 - RAINBOW TREE
Directions from Victoria were spot on and easy to follow, I camped at the first one and arriving at 10;00 pm odd at night due to work was very happy to see the campsite in daylight and loved it plenty of room , BBQ , IBC for non drinking water was perfect, table was great. We had gale force winds but the campsite was quite protected . Went to caves perfect as it was close will b back again to enjoy the property even more. The loo was true outdoor occasion but camping is about getting back to basics, overall loved it Victoria had done great job
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· September 2026
Great time connecting with nature
Tent ·
10 - MARES FOREST VIEW
Victoria more than earns her star host status. Her warm welcome and the care she embodies for her part of the world demonstrate a reverence for the bush, and everything connected to it. It's wonderful to see nature in restoration after fire and flood, and spend some nights relaxing under the stars. Great view of the night sky, very little light pollution. I had wind and cold, but was prepared, and in the quiet moments found all sorts of wildlife moving through.
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· August 2026
Tent ·
7 - THE HERMIT HUT
Second time going. Highly recommended. Good trail and nice down by the river
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· August 2026
Chill
Tent ·
7 - THE HERMIT HUT
Another great chill session at The Hermits Hut. The hike down to the Creek is always a feature.
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· June 2026
Campervan & paws 🐾
5 m Class B · With pets ·
2 - BRUMBIES NOOK
Excellent secluded pet friendly campsite with generously sized firepit, and relatively flat ground. Access is achievable in dry weather with a well equipped 2WD van or ute with LSD and good tyres. The walk down to the creek is around 7km return. The track has some steep grades, but the journey is well worth it for the pristine views of the native flora and fauna. Welcoming and friendly host, I would stay again and recommend this site to others. My only point of constructive feedback would be to number or signpost each of the sites so that visitors know for sure that they're in the right spot when they arrive.
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· June 2026
Great Aussie bush camp.
5 m travel trailer · With pets ·
1 - RAINBOW TREE
Great! Lots of beautiful bush and animals. Great campsite with kids. Close to wombeyan caves but not national park so can have campfire and dog. Great hike to the creek.
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· June 2026
10 m pop-up camper · With pets ·
6 - WIRRITJIN WORKSHOP
This was a stunning campground and magical location. Thank you again Victoria!
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· May 2026
Looking forward to coming back
Tent · With pets ·
7 - THE HERMIT HUT
My dog and I came for a second visit because I wanted to show my partner and enjoyed it even more than the first time. The weather wasn’t with us but it didn’t matter at all. We had a lovely time at the creek and a great fire with the wood that Victoria carefully prepared and graded for us. The birds were in full chorus in the morning and the drizzling rain and fog through the trees meant a very lazy morning laying in sleeping bags watching the day slowly reveal itself. It felt like we had the land to ourselves and it was a wonderful, rejuvenating, slow camping trip. Thanks go to Victoria again for her warm welcome and joy for life and adventures.
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· May 2026
Tent · With pets ·
9 - HERMIT'S CIRCLE
Fantastic spot, camped at hermits circle which had a great view and set up. Victoria was a great host. Would highly recommend.
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· May 2026
Beautiful private escape
Tent · With pets ·
2 - BRUMBIES NOOK
We initially had booked brumbies nook for our long weekend stay. Victoria was amazing and moved us to a more private site which was absolutely stunning. Landscaped to create a private space with a cooking fire as well as a big stone fire pit. We spent our days exploring by the river and hammoking by the dam. It was an amazing experience, very beautiful and private. Definitely recommend bringing some hiking shoes as I don’t think we would have made it down the trail to the river without them :)
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· April 2026
Tent ·
7 - THE HERMIT HUT
Amazing beautiful country lots to see and explore would come back again.thankyou vic
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· April 2026
Rainbow tree
10 m pop-up camper · With pets ·
1 - RAINBOW TREE
Beautiful location and sites aren't too close together so actually feels like you have a private site in the bush. The hike to the creek is further than it looks but worth the effort
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· April 2026
10 m pop-up camper · With pets ·
1 - RAINBOW TREE
The camping sites were well separated so very private and no noise from others. Lovely bushlsnd setting. Very basic facilities but victoria is a great host
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· April 2026
Tent · Group trip ·
1 - RAINBOW TREE
Adequately covered in dust and sweat 10/10. Trek to and from the creek was well worth it, and the site was a beautiful base to come back to 🪾
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· April 2026
Tent · Group trip ·
4 - COOLAMON BEND
Second time visiting and beautiful as ever. Victoria is a real gem, took her time to greet us and is absolutely wonderful. The sites are spread out well to ensure there is privacy and for those looking for a a hike, the walk to the creek offers lush serenity away from urban sydney. Surrounded by ample bushland, it really is worth the trek. Bonus: having access to firewood delivered to site is something rarely seen but can really make the long journey worth it,
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· April 2026
Very enjoyable stay
Tent · With pets ·
11 -WANDERING MONKS
Victoria had a cool vibe and provided a great welcome to her property. She found the perfect spot for my dog and I and had clearly put thought and care into the site. She also has the most gorgeous, joyful dog who was a fabulous welcoming partner. There was the most gorgeous stream a 3.5km walk from the campsite that was easy to spend time and chill out in and out of the water. Loved the rustic, natural, off grid style and I am looking forward to going again.
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· April 2026
Off Grid Living
8 - GURUGULAN MOUND
Such an amazing spot. You feel really off-grid and so much to explore. Can't wait to come back to camp down at the stream next time!
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· April 2026
Tent · With kids ·
3 - BUDDHA TREE VIEW
Had a super time here. Easy to get to off a good dirt track. Lovely creek and hike to get there
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· April 2026
Tent ·
8 - GURUGULAN MOUND
I had a really peaceful few days at 11 strings, the surrounds are beautiful. The facilities were simple and provide everything you need for a comfortable bush camping experience. Victoria is a warm host and made me feel very welcome. Would recommend to anyone looking to find some quiet time away in nature.
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· March 2026
Hermit Hut / Circle camping
Tent · With pets ·
7 - THE HERMIT HUT
I enjoyed my stay at 11 Strings, Hermit hut. Our stay was during a very wet period, however we still got to enjoy the rugged natural bush setting. We enjoyed exporing the property which felt vast, and took several walks, as luck had it we were the only ones there at the time. Victoria was a lovely host. She was very helpful, and provided clear directions and instructions. The facilites were more than adequate for bush camping. The toilet arrangment, and water supply was nice. The property is a work in progress, and I hope to support them as they continue to rebuild after damage caused by bushfires.
Mixed feelings
· January 2026
Tent ·
11 -WANDERING MONKS
It’s certainly in the middle of nowhere, which is positive. Views were not the best as obscured by trees. The main issue though, is with the multiple old and tatty caravans between the camp sites, which detract from the overall experience. If these areas could be improved it would receive top marks for location if you want a peaceful stay.
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· January 2026
Tent ·
11 -WANDERING MONKS
Lovely property, and cute compost toilets! Owner was very helpful and accommodating to my needs. Very quiet and peaceful.
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· January 2026
Tent · With pets ·
2 - BRUMBIES NOOK
Really nice, private campsite. Unfortunately it was a total fire ban so we couldn't use the firepit but looks like it would have been great. Simple, clean compost toilet was good to have. Road is a bit rocky into the campsites but not too bad, only an issue if your car is quite low. Map and directions from Victoria are clear. Victoria was lovely and we'd happily stay again.
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· January 2026
Weekend Camp
4 m pop-up camper ·
6 - WIRRITJIN WORKSHOP
Our two-night camping weekend was a refreshing reset in a quiet bush forest setting. The location was peaceful, the air clean, and the time together felt unrushed. The site is spread out and private. The description in Hipcamp is precise - be equipped for off-grid camping with patchy phone comms. Victoria, whom we met, was a lovely host and made us feel very welcome. The trip was relaxing and memorable. We enjoyed the simplicity of being outdoors, the stillness of the evenings, and returning home feeling grounded after time away in nature. Highly recommend for those seeking peace and quiet.
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· January 2026
Private and peaceful
Tent ·
1 - RAINBOW TREE
We loved our 3 night stay, Rainbow tree site is thoughtfully laid out with access to water for washing up, big table that was so useful for everything and a very comfortable and private composting toilet! It's a big site with lots of cleared room surrounded by bush and privacy. It was perfect for our 2wD access. We did hike from our site all the way down to the river and back up! It was beautiful but very challenging on a hot day! We hope to be back to spend more time on this beautiful property.
Recommends
· January 2026
Tent · With pets ·
11 -WANDERING MONKS
Everything was perfect for the type of camping we love
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· January 2026
Tent ·
7 - THE HERMIT HUT
I liked the seclusion of this site, i prefer when i solo camp that here are no people in view, this site offers exactly what i was after

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Wombeyan Caves, New South Wales, AustraliaTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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