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The Splendor of Yellowstone The First National Park opens April 17 for Summer Travel
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Spring is often called Yellowstone’s “quiet” season, where few crowds and little traffic offer a much more intimate experience of America’s first national park. It is a time of renewal and rebirth as late winter storms give way to warmer temperatures and sunny days. It’s a time of birth when visitors can smile at the antics of playful bison calves or peer into the pines for the first elk calf of the new year. If you’re lucky, you might glimpse a wolf cub, accompanied by brothers and sisters, venturing outside its den for the first time. Spring and early summer bring some of the best wildlife spotting opportunities of the year. During this time, bears will scavenge for winter-killed elk and bison, road kills, and carcasses more recently left by wolves and cougars. Yellowstone’s roads and entrances open on a staggered schedule during the spring. The northernmost road, from the North Entrance to Northeast Entrance at Silver Gate, and Cooke City, Montana is open all year. However, this road remains closed to east/west travel just east of Cooke City until Memorial Day Weekend (weather dependent). You can also travel from the north entrance east through Tower Junction and on to Lamar Valley. Lamar Valley is famous for its spring wolf watching as the northern packs range the valleys on hunting forays to provide food for new pups. During the spring months, some of the 300 northern Yellowstone bighorn sheep migrate from the backcountry by Electric Peak over to the Tower Falls area. Early morning often brings the sight of a group of ewes with lambs at the top of the canyon across the river, silhouetted against the morning sun. Antelope fawns also appear in Lamar Valley in late spring. They can be spotted easily in the open prairie
areas. During early June, does generally deliver twins weighing between five and nine pounds. The antelope take advantage of ditches and other low-lying areas that are protected by small hills. May brings bison calves and jams on the roadways. Bison begin calving in mid-April and by May you can start to see hundreds of bright reddish-brown calves among the bison herds. The bison gather in traditional “nursery” areas such as Fountain Flats, just north of Old Faithful, or in areas along rivers, such as Lamar and Hayden Valleys.
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Your chance of spotting a bear improves if you understand where they feed and when. Grizzly bears are stronger than black bears, with larger shoulder muscles and longer, straighter claws designed for digging. Their spring diets consist of the winter-killed carcasses of elk and bison, elk calves, grasses and sedges, dandelion, clover, spring-beauty, horsetail and ants. Black bears tend to feed in and next to forested areas and clearings. Their shorter, more curved claws are best for climbing, not digging. They often climb trees looking for food sources such as nuts. Black bears feed throughout the day, while grizzlies are more active at dawn and dusk, or at night. The best locations to spot black bears include Tower Falls, the Lamar Valley and roads around Roosevelt Lodge. Grizzlies, on the other hand, are spotted more frequently between Canyon and Fishing Bridge, northern ranges of the Park and in the Mount Washburn area. Later, as temperatures warm, you can more easily spot grizzlies in open meadows, wet areas and along streams. (continued on page 3)
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Big Sky, MT • 406.995.4281 • bssd72.org Big Sky School District #72 School Board Trustee Position Big Sky School District #72 has two three-year term school board trustee positions available. The election will be held on Tuesday, May 5th. Any person who is qualified to vote in Big Sky School District #72 is eligible for the office of trustee. Nomination petitions are available from the main office or by calling Marie Goode, District Clerk, at 995-4281 ext. 202. A valid nomination petition requires five signatures of registered voters from the district and needed to be filed by March 26th. NO CANDIDATE MAY APPEAR ON THE BALLOT UNLESS HE OR SHE MET THIS DEADLINE. No person signing a petition may sign more nomination petitions than there are trustee positions open. Career Fair for Juniors and Seniors May 29th, 11:30AM – 3:20PM West Yellowstone Schools George Macdonald Scholarship Application Deadline End of April The Rotary Club of Big Sky is now accepting applications for the 10th Annual George Macdonald Scholarship worth $2,000 to be awarded to a Big Sky resident attending college or a vocational post-high school program. The deadline for applying is April 30th.
gcwomensclub.org. The website contains all information an applicant needs, including application letter contents, forms, and other mandatory documents. Completed applications must be received by the GCWC Scholarship Committee by June 1st. Address to Gallatin Canyon Women’s Club, PO Box 160412, Big Sky, MT 59716. Athletic Schedule: APRIL 13: LPHS Tennis - Whitehall Matches @ Whitehall HS, All Day 14 : LPHS Golf Manhattan Invitational (Bridger Creek), 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM 28: LPHS Golf - Seeley-Swan Invitational (Seeley-Swan), 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM 30: LPHS Tennis - Boulder Matches @ Boulder, All Day 30: LPHS Golf Three Forks Invitational (Three Forks), 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM MAY 7-9: LPHS Tennis - Southeast B-C Divisional Tournament 11-13: LPHS Golf - State C Championship (Shelby) 14-16: LPHS Tennis - State B-C Tennis Championships (Great Falls)
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, Available this November, 44 Town Center s. Avenue! John Romney and TNG, LLC have gone vertical on their latest project adjacent to East x Slope Outdoors. This will be the first three-story building in Town Center and will consist of 4,500 square feet of retail space on the ground floor and six, one-bedroom apartments and two, twobedroom apartments on the second and third floors. For leasing opportunities, please contact John for commercial space, or Dan for residential space.
Prudential Montana Real Estate will become M Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Montana Properties as a result of combining real estate brands on April 1st. HomeServices of America Inc., an affiliate of Omaha-based conglomerate Berkshire Hathaway Inc., has partnered with Brookfield Asset Management Inc. to create the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices franchise brand. The Montana Office of Tourism honored Big Sky and West Yellowstone with the Gateway Community of the Year award at the 2015 Governor's Conference for its cooperative Host Week Program. Bozeman Deaconess Health Services is pleased to announce that Phil Hess, MD, has accepted the position of medical director for Big Sky Medical Center. Dr. Hess has more than 18 years experience working in private practice, rural health clinics, hospital medicine, emergency services departments, and critical access hospitals. Help us welcome him to Big Sky!
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Excting things are happening at The Hungry Moose Market and Deli. They just finished building their brand new Central Kitchen, located just across the parking lot from their Town Center location. This means The Moose will be producing even more house-made sweet and savory items, more prepared foods in their deli and grab-and-go cases, more special orders for prepared meals, plus pies, cakes and cupcakes for all occasions. Visit their newly revamped website, follow them on Facebook and twitter for daily specials or contact them directly to put in your order for something special from The Hungry Moose! Don't forget The Moose for all your grocery needs. Their selection of groceries, natural foods, fresh produce, beer and wine is still the most fine-tuned in Big Sky! Open daily in the Town Center and Mountain Mall from 6:30 am until 10:00 pm. EVERYTHING at Big Sky Life is 40-50% off! Come shop while inventory last, and before they close next month! Be sure to test drive the new Audi S4 parked outside. Check them out on Facebook. Fercho Gallery & Elliott Design would like to congratulate the Arts Council of Big Sky on their amazing auction and thank them for including Fercho & Elliott in this wonderful event. Stop into the Gallery to see new artwork by Kira Fercho and her Montana friends. They have also brought in amazing jewelry and Native American art made in Montana. If you need interior design help, please contact Lori Elliott, ASID, NCIDQ for your next construction or remodel project! Elliott Design is the Montana supplier for Tufenkian rugs and Tahoe
rugs, offering special pricing to Big Sky clients! As a priority dealer for Hunter Douglas window blinds, they also offer great pricing on blinds too. You'll find wall coverings, fabrics, and much more to see in their Design Studio. Springtime has arrived at Roxy's Market! Bring home one of their lovely and affordable flowering plants to brighten any space! Stop by for your favorite espresso beverage seven days a week. They have Easter gifts, chocolate bunnies and egg dye kits for your family. Visit their website for more info. The Big Sky Skating and Hockey Association wishes to thank the community and participants for another great season. Unfortunately, due to unseasonably warm weather, the rinks are closed for the season. Mark your calendar: The 2nd Annual Icehouse Open golf tournament is scheduled for Friday, August 21st. Visit their website for more info. Upcoming Events Ousel & Spur Pizza Co. Live Music, Fridays, 9-11 pm. $2 Rainier beer is always on draft. Call 406-995-7175 for more info. Choppers will have apres music every Saturday at 5:30 pm for the remaining winter ski season. Don't miss it! Check out their website for more info. Big Sky Resort April 3-16 Military Appreciation Week April 11 Shedhorn Ski Mountaineering
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By early June, elk calves will also start to appear. Calves are born with spotted coats that act to camouflage them from predators and help them blend with their surroundings. Lying low in grass and shrubs, calves can be hard to spot. Their mothers keep them hidden in deep undergrowth and forests during the day against predators. Watch the edges of the pines early in the morning or just before nightfall, as their mothers bring them down to streams and rivers for water. This is also one of the best times of year to walk around the geyser basins: no crowds, no rush, no summer heat, no overpowering people noise. The geysers put on a personal show just for you. There is plenty of groundwater and run-off everywhere you look. It is still cool enough for spectacular steam rising from hot thermals. And, in the puddles and pools, you can spot the most gorgeous reflections of the ordinary. A dwindling snow bank, pine trees, mountains, and sky all reflected in the liquid remainder of last winter. Remember, spring is a season of constantly changing weather. Temperatures range from near-freezing at 30 Degrees (Fahrenheit) at night to 60 degrees during the day. May can still bring an occasional snow shower mixed in with the rain. A rare snowstorm can deposit up to 12" of new snow in a 24-hour period. The beautiful weather and un-crowded roads make Yellowstone Park a delight to visit during spring. Warm afternoons blend into cool nights. Dusk lingers until late evening, creating incredible sunsets against snow-capped mountains. Come and enjoy Yellowstone during its quietest, most intriguing season.
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lotus pad By Samantha Persico Around this time a year ago, I was traipsing around Southeast Asia with my friends, enjoying the warmth, the views and, of course, the food! I had it all, from pork buns in Singapore to nasi goreng in Indonesia. I thought I was set on Asian food; I wouldn't have to go back to Americanized fried rices and curries. Once again, Big Sky proved me wrong, because the last place I ever expected to get a decent bowl of pad thai would be in northwest Montana. “Ginger, spice and everything nice” is the perfect description for my numerous experiences at Lotus Pad since I moved to Big Sky almost a year ago. This special little restaurant gave me New York City flashbacks as I walked through the doors. The giant bar/stove juts out into the center of the room and takes up most of the small space housing maybe five tables downstairs and three upstairs. I know it’s strange, but I love eating in restaurants where the tables are so close together like that, call it Big Apple nostalgia. Anyway, Lotus Pad incorporates unique flavors into its dishes, and they will not let you down. Yes, the pad thai, curries and Vietnamese fried rice, have their very own distinct flavors I’d never tasted in Asian food before, but now that I’ve tried it, I don’t know that I could go back to a less garlicky pad thai, or a fried rice missing a shred of basil. But, hands down my favorite thing on the menu has to be the larp (pork lettuce wraps). The ground pork and spices are shoved into a romaine lettuce “taco” (for lack of a better word). I could easily eat three orders of it in one sitting. Lotus Pad also uses fresh, local and organic products, which is always a plus in my book. This place should not be passed up!
April 11 Whiskey A-Go-Go April 18-19 Keely's Ski Camp for Girls April 18 Pond Skim April 19 Winter Season Closing Date Check out their website for more info and events.
Join Kari Gras with Gras HR Consulting for a workshop on job descriptions and why you need them on Tuesday, April 14th. The cost is $25 per class, but if you sign up for all four classes, you will receive one class for free! Beverages and prizes are included. Please bring your own lunch. Classes are from 11:50 am to 1:30 pm in the Big Sky conference room at First Security Bank. For more information and registration email Kari, view the flyer, or call Kari at 406-570-4257. M
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Spring Black Bear Hunting Season Opens April 15
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Upper Yellowstone Big Game Banquet Livingston 5/30/15 (406) 224-0518 present the printed on-line certificate to purchase a license. The training and test can also be obtained on paper, with a mail-in answer card, at FWP regional offices. The 2015 black bear regulations are available online on the FWP website at fwp.mt.gov , at FWP region offices and license providers.
RMEF Rockets into Fourth Decade of Conservation Work MISSOULA, Mont.—Fresh off celebrating its 30th anniversary, the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation enters its fourth decade of existence with record membership for the sixth straight year, another four-star charity rating for transparency and accountability, and topping more than 6.6 million acres of land protected or enhanced. “2014 was a stellar year filled with many accomplishments. It’s a reflection of the dedication provided by our hard-working volunteers and the support from our members,” said David Allen, RMEF president and CEO. “While it’s important to pause for a moment to recognize that, we will keep our foot on the gas pedal and focus our efforts going forward on better carrying out our mission to ensure the future of elk, elk country and our hunting heritage.” 2014 highlights: • Celebrated 30th anniversary including 30 Years of RMEF Volunteers • Improved 135,000 acres of elk habitat in 22 states toward an overall lifetime mark of more than 6.6 million acres • Completed 625 habitat enhancement, hunting heritage and other conservation outreach projects bringing lifetime number of projects to 9,278 • Opened or secured access to 61,817 acres toward an overall lifetime mark of more than 769,000 acres • Received a four-star rating—the highest possible— from Charity Navigator for the sixth consecutive year which positions RMEF among the top three percent of all charities rated by the service
• Provided more than $1.6 million in Torstenson Family Endowment funding for RMEF’s four core mission programs • Assisted with elk restoration efforts in Wisconsin and finalized efforts to augment elk herds in Virginia • Sixth consecutive year of record membership, totaling 205,249 as of December 31, 2014 • Record attendance of 28,000 at inaugural Hunter Christmas Exposition • Topped 200,000 Facebook followers RMEF banquet activities are already underway in many locations across the country with hundreds more scheduled throughout the remainder of the year. “Thanks to the efforts of our volunteers and their fundraising abilities, we expect to raise and apply significant funds toward our core mission programs of permanent land protection, habitat enhancement, elk restoration and hunting heritage,” added Allen. “We look forward to doing great things for elk and elk habitat in 2015 and will again cap off the year in December with our annual Elk Camp national convention and Hunter Christmas Exposition in Las Vegas.” About the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation: Founded over 30 years ago, fueled by hunters and a membership of more than 205,000 strong, RMEF has conserved more than 6.6 million acres for elk and other wildlife. RMEF also works to open and improve public access, fund and advocate for science-based resource management, and ensure the future of America’s hunting heritage. Discover why “Hunting Is Conservation™” at www.rmef.org or 800-CALL ELK.
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$3,450,000 | #203033 Paradise on Beck Hill, Deer Lodge 1201± acres bordering 37,000±acres of public land, 1± mile of river, 4600± sqft house with barn, lots of fish, elk, deer & recreation Joe Kolwyck, Sales Assoc. 406.581.1959
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$2,320,000 | #200664 Spokane Crk, Canyon Ferry 185± acre diversified ranch w/ farmhouse, fish Missouri & Canyon Ferry Lake, hunt NF, creek side pastures, pivot irrigated hay ground Leah Olson, Broker, ALC 406.763.4596
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Elser’s Homestead, Sheridan 280± acres on south slope of Tobacco Roots Borders public land, excellent hunting Year-round creek, remote yet 7 miles to town Frank Colwell, Broker 406.596.1076
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community News big sky community corporation 77 Aspen Leaf Drive Unit 9 • Big Sky, MT 59716 • (406) 993-2112 • bscc@bsccmt.org The Big Sky Community Corporation (BSCC) is a community driven nonprofit organization. All of our events are open to the public. Visit www.bsccmt.org or call 406-993-2112 for more details. June 6th – National Trails Day Big Sky Community Park, 9am - 2pm Trail enthusiasts will work on a variety of projects to improve our multi-use trail system followed by a BBQ. July 4th – Fourth of July Celebration Big Sky Community Park, 8:30am - 5pm Head to the Big Sky Community Park to enjoy family friendly games, activities and a barbeque lunch. July 12th – Buck and Helen Knight Retrospective Historic Crail Ranch, 12pm - 3pm Come hear about the original Buck’s T-4 owners. July 25th – Annual Crail Ranch Bake Sale Historic Crail Ranch, 9am – 2pm Bake, Buy, or Both…Support Crail Ranch preservation. August 1st – Virtual Tour of the first Crail Ranch in the Bridgers Historic Crail Ranch, 1pm The owner of Crail’s first Montana ranch is preserving five buildings. August 15th – Annual Parks and Trails Gala Big Sky Community Park, 6pm - 10pm BSCC’s annual fundraising event features a live and silent auction, dinner, drinks and music. Don’t wait to purchase tickets. This event sells out every year.
Bozeman Deaconess Health Services Names Phil Hess, MD, Medical Director of Big Sky Medical Center Bozeman Deaconess Health Services (BDHS) is pleased to announce Phil Hess, MD, has accepted the position of medical director for Big Sky Medical Center in Big Sky, MT. Currently under construction, Big Sky Medical Center will open in the fall of 2015. Dr. Hess has more than 18 years’ experience working in private practice, rural health clinics, hospital medicine, emergency services departments and critical access hospitals. He attended medical school at Temple University and completed his Family Medicine Residency at Lancaster General in Pennsylvania. Most recently, he practiced in Anchorage, AK, where he additionally provided oversight as medical director for two rural health clinics. Prior to working in Alaska, he worked at St. Peters Hospital, in Helena, MT for 10 years, after several years in private practice there. Dr. Hess is excited about returning to Montana, and has spent many weekends in Big Sky where he and his daughters first learned to ski. Both daughters now attend Montana State University. In his spare time, Dr. Hess looks forward to exploring trails and terrain – both familiar and new – on foot, bike and skis. In addition to work in health care, he has enjoyed leadership experience in community organizations supporting avalanche safety and trail advocacy, and will be seeking engagements in the local scene where opportunity arises.
August 16st – The Historic Small Cabin Exhibits, Est. 2015 Historic Crail Ranch, 2pm Celebrate with an old-fashioned potluck.
David Chen, MD, Chief Medical Officer at Bozeman Deaconess Health Services, is spearheading the recruitment and clinical program oversight for Big Sky Medical Center. “We are extremely pleased with the decision of Dr. Hess to join our organization,” said Dr. Chen. “He and his family will be an exceptional addition to both the Big Sky community and the BDHS family. Dr. Hess has proven experience and demonstrated leadership abilities throughout his career. He is committed to providing medical services to meet our organization’s quality standards.”
September 6th – Teddy Roosevelt honors the Gallatin National Forest, Est. 1899 Historic Crail Ranch, 1pm Arch Ellwein, enjoyed as Yellowstone Vic in 2013, returns to Crail Ranch through a Humanities Montana Grant.
Dr. Hess begins work in early August, and will be one of the five physicians practicing at the facility when it opens this fall. He looks forward to working with BDHS administration to develop a superb medical community for the residents and visitors of Big Sky and surrounding service area.
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About BDHS BDHS is a not-for-profit organization responsible for the operations of Bozeman Deaconess Hospital, Big Sky Medical Center, Bozeman Deaconess Health Group, Hillcrest Senior Living and Highland Park Medical Campus and is governed by a community board of trustees. As one of the largest employers in Gallatin County (and currently the largest private employer) BDHS has over 1800 employees. BDHS offers comprehensive services designed to meet the diverse healthcare needs of the communities in the greater Gallatin Valley.
June through August – Big Sky Softball League www.bigskysoftball.com June through August – Camp Big Sky Camp Big Sky offers day camp and skill based enrichment programs for ages 3 to 18. www.bsccmt.org/about/camp-big-sky/ July & August – Crail Ranch Homestead Museum Historic Crail Ranch, Saturdays and Sundays, 12pm – 3pm The grounds are open to self-guided walking tours. Group tours may be arranged by contacting BSCC. www.crailranch.org
Big Sky’s Local Favorite Freshest Flavors & Ingredients Burritos • Tacos • Bowls • Soup Beer • Margaritas • Kids Menu Open Daily 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. In the Westfork Plaza • (406) 995-3099
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Meadow Center
THE COUNTRY MARKET
invites the reader to explore the Meadow Village Center and visit the retail and professional establishments. Big Sky’S FuLL SerViCe groCery Store Hand-cut meats • Fresh baked goods • gourmet items • Beer & wine
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Featuring the work of many local artists. Next to the Country Market in the Meadow Village Center Open daily 12-6 p.m. • 406-995-4300
Meadow Businesses: 3 Rivers Wireless Communications: 800-796-4567 Agency Insurance Division: 995-9242 American Land Title Company: 993-2101 Andesite Construction: 995-4140 Aspen Catering & BBQ: 600-0025 Avalon Law: Big Sky Chapel Big Sky Cleaning: 995-7447 Big Sky Fire Prevention Big Sky Fitness Fusion: 579-2489 Big Sky Furniture: 995-3286 Big Sky Health & Fitness: 995-4522 Big Sky Home Builders, Inc Big Sky Noxious Weed Management Big Sky Owners Association: 995-4166 Big Sky Post Office: 995-4540 Big Sky Properties: 995-2000 Big Sky Ski Team Big Sky Water & Sewer Big Sky Vacation Rentals: Black Tie Ski Rentals: 995-3372 Blue Ribbon Builders: 995-4579 Blue Water Task Force Bozeman Deaconess Pharmacy: 993-9390 Brazilian Jiu Jitsu: 600-6607 Café Flora: 995-4227 or 539-3355 Christies Great Estates Country Market Grocery: 995-4636 Dodd Law Firm, PLLC ERA Landmark: 995-3444 First Place Pub: 993-7111 First American Title Company First Security Bank: 993-3350 First West Insurance: 993-9311 Gallatin Partners: 995-2850 Gallatin Family Medicine: 995-3111 Greene Construction: 995-3393 Haas Builders: 995-4552 Hammond Property Management: 995-7220 Highline Partners: 995-3811 Horse of a Different Color: 995-3113 Innovative Woodworks Jack Creek Preserve Foundation JKM Ventures John Goan Real Estate: 581-2243 Klaudias Piano Studio Knaub & Company, CPAs: 995-6040 Kristen Brown Attorney: Lindell & Associates – Certified Public Accountants Lone Peak Brewery: 995-3939 Lone Peak Kids Lone Peak Lookout: 995-4133 Lone Peak Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine, Inc.: 995-7525 Lone Pine Builders: 993-2400 Made in Big Sky Artisan Shop MSU Human Development Clinic OZssage Ltd. - Therapeutic & Sports Massage: 995-7575 Olive B’s: 995-3355 Pruiett Creative: 995-3438 Radick & Company Realty Big Sky: 995-2500 Red Leaf Consulting Engineers: 995-2996 Rocky Mountain Insurance Group Sierra Pacific Window: 995-2559 Sotheby’s - Big Sky: 995-2211 Stifel, Nicolaus & Company Incorporated Story Architects: 995-2733 The Arts Council of Big Sky The Hair Ninja The University of Montana Willow Boutique: 995-4557 Yeti Dogs
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• January 2015
Meadow Center
THE COUNTR Y MARKET invites th
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Meadow Bu sinesses:
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