Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort

3.0 star property
Beachfront resort in Deerwood with golf course, spa

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Exterior
Courtyard
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, pool loungers
Fireplace
Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort offers a family-friendly beachfront haven near Mille Lacs Lake. Enjoy 27 holes of golf, relax at The Fine Line Spa & Salon with a massage or manicure/pedicure, and unwind by the firepit or on the beach with sun loungers. With free in-room WiFi, an indoor pool, outdoor tennis courts and helpful staff you'll have everything needed for an unforgettable getaway.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Marina
  • Golf course
  • On the beach
  • 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Meeting rooms

Feel at home (6)

  • Playground on-site
  • Kitchen
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is NZ$263
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct

Room options

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Showing 43 of 43 rooms

Room, 2 Double Beds (Lodge)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
5 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

Family Loft (Lodge)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
5 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Room, Multiple Beds (Five Pines Upper King)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

Room, Multiple Beds (Five Pines Lower King)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

Villa (Bay Lake, Lower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

Room (North Bay Lower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
5 bathrooms
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Five Pines Lower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Five Pines Upper Queen)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Lodge)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
5 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Villa, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Bay Lake Upper)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
5 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room (North Bay Upper)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Double Bed

Villa, 2 Queen Beds (Bay Lake, Upper Queen)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Loft, Multiple Beds (Lodge, King)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
5 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Futon and 1 King Bed

Twin Room (Four-Plex Full/Twin)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
5 bathrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 Bedroom (Four Plex)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
5 bathrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

Room, Multiple Beds (Four-Plex King Split)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
5 bathrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

Cabin, 1 Queen Bed (Studio West)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
5 bathrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Cabin (Open Bedroom East)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
5 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Cabin, 3 Bedrooms (East)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
5 bathrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 2 Double Beds

Cottage, Lakeside (600)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
5 bathrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 14
  • 3 Double Beds, 4 King Beds and 3 Twin Beds

Cottage, Lakeside (601)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
5 bathrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 14
  • 3 Double Beds, 3 Twin Beds and 4 King Beds

Cottage, Lakeside (602)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
5 bathrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 14
  • 3 Double Beds, 3 Twin Beds and 4 King Beds

Cottage, Lakeside (603)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
5 bathrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 14
  • 4 King Beds, 3 Double Beds and 3 Twin Beds

Cottage, Lakeside (611)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
5 bathrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 14
  • 3 Double Beds, 3 Twin Beds and 4 King Beds

Cottage, Lakeside (612)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
5 bathrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 14
  • 4 King Beds, 3 Twin Beds and 3 Double Beds

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms (West)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
5 bathrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Cottage, 1 Bedroom (West)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
5 bathrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds

Room, 2 Bedrooms (A-Frame)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
5 bathrooms
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed, 2 Twin Beds, 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 3 Bedrooms (BLV)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
5 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 2 Double Sofa Beds, 2 Queen Beds and 2 King Beds

Suite (BLV Uppers)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
5 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room (BLV Lower & Upper)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
5 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

Cabin, 1 Queen Bed (Studio East)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
5 bathrooms
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite (North Bay)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
5 bathrooms
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds

Cabin, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (East)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Cabin, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Bedroom East)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
5 bathrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Cabin, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed (Bedroom West)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
5 bathrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds (Five Pines, King)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
5 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds

Suite, Multiple Beds (Five Pines, Queen)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
5 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Queen Beds

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms (East)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
5 bathrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

Room, Multiple Beds (BLV Lower and Upper King)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
5 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds

Room, Multiple Beds (BLV Lower and upper Queen)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
5 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed, 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Loft (Lodge Full)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
5 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Futon

Cottage, Lakeside

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
5 bathrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 14
  • 4 King Beds, 3 Double Beds and 3 Twin Beds

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About the area

Map
25039 Tame Fish Lake Rd, Deerwood, MN, 56444

What's nearby

  • The Lakes - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Bay Lake - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area - 16 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Paul Bunyan Land - 24 min drive - 22.2 km
  • Brainerd International Raceway - 54 min drive - 52.8 km

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 30 min drive
  • Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.) - 136 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Deerstand Restaurant and Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Joint - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪White Oak Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Lonesome Pine Restaurant and Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Coach's Corner - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort

At Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort, you can hit the beach to play volleyball or relax on a sunlounger, plus you'll have access to on-site kayaking. The indoor pool provides a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, facials and manicures and pedicures. White Oak Grill, one of 2 restaurants, offers golf course views and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. There are 2 bars/lounges, a golf course and in-room conveniences such as fridges and microwaves. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 162 units
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open Sunday - Wednesday (8:00 AM - 4:30 PM) and Thursday - Saturday (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM)
    • Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Coffee shop
  • Barbecue grills

Travelling with children

  • Playground
  • Children's menu
  • Paddleboard on-site

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Tennis lessons
  • Fitness classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Beach volleyball
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Kayaking
  • Canoeing
  • Sailing
  • Motor boating
  • Sledging
  • Snowshoeing
  • Paddleboard on-site
  • Pool table
  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • Laundry facilities
  • Hair salon
  • Bike hire
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Golf cart on-site
  • Golf clubs on-site
  • Pool loungers
  • Paddleboard on-site

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Library
  • Golf course on-site
  • Golf driving range on-site
  • An indoor pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Designer shops on-site
  • Arcade/games room
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf clubhouse on-site
  • Golf pro shop on-site
  • Marina
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Banquet hall
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Walkway to water

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • High chair
  • Kitchen island
  • Paper towels

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the resort's full-service spa, The Fine Line Spa & Salon at Ruttger's. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials and manicures and pedicures. The spa is open selected days.

Dining

White Oak Grill – Overlooking the golf course, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 150.0 per stay

Optional extras

  • Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per day; may vary based on unit size

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 19 October to 1 May:
  • One of the dining venues
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Beach
  • Children's club
  • Fitness facilities
  • Golf course
  • Laundry facilities
  • Meeting facilities
  • Sauna
  • Swimming pool
  • Tennis courts

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from June 01 to October 22
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Bay Lake Lodge
Ruttgers Bay
Ruttgers Bay Lake Lodge Hotel
Ruttgers Bay Lake Lodge Hotel Deerwood
Ruttgers Bay Lodge
Ruttgers Lodge
Ruttgers Bay Lake Hotel
Ruttger's Bay Lake Lodge
Ruttger's Bay Resort Deerwood
Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort Resort
Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort Deerwood
Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort Resort Deerwood

Frequently asked questions

Does Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort?

Yes, there's an indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort?

Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an on-site casino at Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort?

No, this resort doesn't have a casino, but Grand Casino Mille Lacs (28-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort and nearby?

Have fun with on-site activities such as kayaking, fishing and volleyball, and practise your swing at the golf course. Additional recreation on-site includes fitness classes, racquetball/squash and yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the indoor pool. Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort also has 2 bars, a seasonal outdoor pool and spa services, as well as an arcade, a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort?

Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants, featuring golf course views.

Does Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a blender, a coffee maker and a toaster.

What's the area around Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort like?

Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort is a short 1-minute walk from The Lakes and 3 minutes' walk from Bay Lake.

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