FALL AND WINTER. TABLE OF CONTENTS Parks and Green Space...3 Group Use Reservations...3 Vending Permits...3. Location: 306 1st Ave East

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1 FALL AND WINTER Kalispell City Parks and Recreation Activity Guide // November-April TABLE OF CONTENTS Parks and Green Space...3 Group Use Reservations...3 Vending Permits...3 Physical Location: 306 1st Ave East Special Events Youth Camps Sponsorship Opportunities/Partnerships...3 Mailing PO Box 1997, Kalispell, MT Sports Activities Teen/Adult Activities AquaticsAddress:...4 Cairo s Kids Afterschool Program...5 Phone: Garden and Pavilion Rentals Community/Family Programs and Events...5 Youth Camps...7 Youth Recreation...8 Youth Sports...11

2 OUR MISSION To provide recreational opportunities, programs, maintained greenspace and parks that enhance the quality of life for all within our community. CONTACT US Physical Location 306 1st Ave. East Mailing Address P.O. Box 1997 Kalispell, MT Phone Number (406) Address Web Site CITY COUNCIL Mayor... Mark Johnson Ward I...Sandy Carlson Ward I... Kari Gabriel Ward II... Chad Graham Ward II... Wayne Saverud Ward III...Kyle Waterman Ward III... Rod Kuntz Ward IV... Tim Kluesner Ward IV... Phil Guiffrida CITY STAFF City Manager... Douglas Russell Parks & Recreation Director... Chad Fincher Administrative Specialist...Lisa Simmer Administrative Assistant... Keli Kirkland Parks Superintendent... Fred Bicha Parks Foreman... Chad Smith Parks Foreman...Josh Keene Recreation Superintendent... Mark Freidline TABLE OF CONTENTS Parks and Greenspace... 3 Group Use Reservations... 3 Vending Permits... 3 Sponsorship Opportunities/Partnerships Cairo s Kids Afterschool Program... 5 Community/Family Programs and Events... 4 Youth Camps... 6 Youth Recreation... 7 Youth Sports... 9 Employment and Volunteer Opportunities... 9 City Resident Discount Registration Scholarships Refund/Credit Policy Distribution List Flathead Waters How do you protect our waters? Know where it goes. It matters. For more information search stormwater at kalispell.com 2 KALISPELL CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ACTIVITY GUIDE

3 GENERAL INFORMATION / PARKS & GREENSPACE AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM Activity Start Date Cairo s Kids Afterschool Program School Year COMMUNITY/FAMILY PROGRAMS & EVENTS Activity Start Date Santa s Calling December 5 Art Walk December 7 Valentine s Dance February 16 Arbor Day April 26 YOUTH CAMPS Activity Start Date Freeze Out Camp December Spring Break Camp March YOUTH RECREATION Activity Start Date Learn to Ice Skate Session 1: December 4-13 Session 2: January 8-17 Session 3: January Session 4: February 6-15 Glacier High School February 2 Cheerleading Camp Flathead High School February 16 Cheerleading Camp YOUTH SPORTS Activity Start Date Kalispell Kickers Indoor Soccer February 2 Little Squirts Basketball February 9 Little Dribblers Basketball March 16 Rookie Soccer April 24 Spring Soccer April 24 ACTIVITY GUIDE UPDATES AND CHANGES The Kalispell City Parks and Recreation Activity Guide is published twice a year; once in April and again in October. Changes may occur after each publication is printed. Please check out our Facebook page, QR code, website or call the number associated with the activity you are interested in for up to date information. PARKS AND GREENSPACE For boulevard tree information call To report maintenance issues or vandalism call Wild birds found in any city park are wild. We allow nature to take its course however that may be. Therefore we are very reluctant to respond to wild bird issues. Dog waste stations have been installed at various city parks. Please be courteous to others and pick up after your pet per city ordinance #1697. Be aware that according to city ordinance #1318A pets are to be leashed at all times while in the city parks with the exception of the Begg Dog Park inside the fenced areas. Please help keep our parks clean and enjoyable for all. Comments, suggestions, and inquiries are always welcome. Please call us at or send an to kpr@kalispell.com Boulevard Tree Cost Share - Would you like a tree in your boulevard? Kalispell Parks and Recreation would like to split the cost with you. For $ a 1-3/4 tree can be planted in your boulevard. Checkout the attached QR code or visit Kalispell s Parks and Recreations Urban Forestry website to learn more and apply. GROUP USE RESERVATIONS The City of Kalispell has wonderful gardens & facilities for hosting a group event. Guaranteed use of a facility is obtained through a paid Reservation Permit from the Kalispell City Parks and Recreation. For all groups (family gatherings, weddings, company picnics, sports events, booths and vendor set up, music functions and community events) prior approval and a reservation is needed. Reservation fees for the following sites are assessed based on event type, group size, and length of time facility is needed. Fees are collected at the time a reservation is made. To check availability and make a reservation call WOODLAND PARK ND STREET EAST ROSE GARDEN FORMAL GARDEN MAIN PAVILION LAGOON PAVILION will hold approximately 50 people comfortably. will hold approximately 100 people. Electricity upon request. will hold approximately 120 people, has electricity, charcoal grill & lights. will hold approximately 80 people, has a grill and electricity and bathrooms upon request. There is limited parking (15 cars). Cars must not block cul-de-sac. MINI-GAZEBOS will hold approximately 15 people each and are utilized on a first come first serve basis only. LAWRENCE PARK NORTH MAIN STREET LARGE PAVILION holds 80 people has electricity, grill, and lights. ROTARY PAVILION holds 30 people* * (access beyond the gate is limited to one vehicle to drop off supplies or for handicap access) LIONS PARK PAVILION - HWY 93 S. & 3 RD AVE. E. Holds approximately 60 people; electricity available upon request. DEPOT PARK PAVILION - CENTER STREET & MAIN Has electricity and lights upon request. COURTHOUSE PARK SOUTH MAIN Courthouse East park does not have facilities. Courthouse West park has a gazebo. VENDING PERMITS Vending permits are required for vending in the Public Way (including park locations) within the City of Kalispell. Permits are required for both products and services. A vendor must be invited by the event organizer to vend at a special event. There are both annual and community event vending permits available. The vending ordinance and permit application can be found online at php. Please call for additional information, costs and specifics related to the permit process. SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Participation in Parks and Recreation activities and events through sponsorship is a great way to connect with our community. We welcome your interest in a sponsorship and look forward to working with you and helping you meet your goals. Please call for more information or go to our website to print a Support And Sponsor Youth Programs form. PARTNERSHIPS Paws to Play Volunteers work to create a safe, natural environment for our dogs, where they can experience life off-leash and enjoy the freedom of running and socializing with other canines. Phase I has been completed with fencing around 3.5 acres in Begg Park. The next fundraising goal is directed towards building an asphalt walking path around the park. How can you help? Find and like on Facebook & Twitter! Volunteer!! Join the organization! Make a monetary donation! Follow their progress and attend a fun event where proceeds are donated to the organization. P.O. Box 3571, Kalispell, MT pawstoplaydogpark@gmail.com KALISPELL CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ACTIVITY GUIDE 3

4 COMMUNITY / FAMILY PROGRAMS & EVENTS ART WALK Join us for Art Walk!! Flathead High wood shop projects on display, along with Afterschool art projects, children s cookie decorating, refreshments, and holiday photos! Date: Friday, December 7 5:00 pm 7:30 pm Location: Kalispell Parks and Recreation, 306 1st Ave East Information: SANTA S CALLING The Kalispell City Parks and Recreation Department is currently contracting with Arctic Bell to acquire a direct line to Santa Claus at the North Pole. If you want your child/children to receive a personal phone call from Santa, let Santa know by contacting us. Complete one form per child. Deadline to submit form is Tuesday, December 4 Date: Information: 3-10 years Wednesday, December 5 5:00 pm 7:00 pm Free VALENTINE S DANCE Great dancing, music, snacks, drinks and door prizes! Date: Location: Info: All (families are welcome) Saturday, February 16 7:00 pm 9:00 pm Linderman Education Center $5 single, $15 family of four ARBOR DAY Come show your support for the beautiful trees of Kalispell at the formal proclamation reading with Mayor Johnson, Kalispell citizens, and 330 Kalispell 3rd graders at the formal garden. 3rd graders will spend their morning moving through environmental stations learning about the importance of trees in our lives. Volunteers are invited to lend a hand planting trees starting at 10:00am, meet at the main pavilion. Date: Location: Information: 4 April 26 1:00 pm 2:30 pm Woodland Park Over 109 Years Of Community Support... Helping the Flathead Valley Grow! We specialize in insuring rural properties. Farms, ranches, seasonal and rental dwellings, from log homes to manufactured and mobile homes. SINCE st Avenue East Kalispell (406) ExcEptional Financial Stability ExcEllEnt customer SErvicE individual insurance policies KALISPELL CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ACTIVITY GUIDE

5 AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM CAIRO S KIDS AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM This program is designed to meet the needs of working parents. We provide a safe, fun, and creative environment that includes: organized games, educational and physical activities, arts and crafts, playground access, as well as a free healthy snack provided by Kalispell Public Schools Food Service. Bus transportation from your child s school to Elrod School can be arranged. Date: Location: Info: Kindergarten - 5th grade School days, Monday - Friday 3:30 pm - 5:45 pm Elrod School Gym $8 per day In-City resident $10 per day Out-of-City resident *Early Out Days: On early out days the Afterschool Program will start at 1:30 pm and end at 5:45 pm. The fee for early out days is $14 (In-City) and $17 (Out-of-City). STARTING AUGUST 28 TH W e are th Crosswo challeng and provide edu has teamed up w an exciting new times per year. games such as W and Super Quiz! coloring pages o conveniently de Inter Lake for on to your subscrip at if yo will enjoy this n Coming this Tuesday for all print subscribers! CROSSWORD THOMAS JOSEPH Non print subscribers can buy the Puzzle Book for $3 at the KALISPELL CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ACTIVITY GUIDE CROSSWORD Word Sleuth THOMAS JOSEPH Find the listed words in the diagram. They run in all directions forward, backward, up, down and diagonally. Every puzzle has one Daily Inter Lake office unlisted at 727 clue. East Idaho in Kalispell. CLUE LIST Avalanche Blizzard Wuzz Each Wuz phrase, na = GOOD 5

6 YOUTH CAMPS Our camps are a great way to keep your children engaged, entertained, and active during school breaks. Each camp includes themed educational activities, physical games, special guests, field trips, and playground access. Location: Info: 5-13 years 7:30 am 5:30 pm Elrod School Gym $31 per day *Note: We require a minimum of 14 participants to run each camp. You will be notified one week in advance if the camp will not run. FREEZE OUT CAMP DECEMBER Have your kids spend the winter school break with us! We are offering 3 full days of camp over winter break for grades K-5. Activities will include science experiments, art projects, field trips, as well as ice skating and sledding. SPRING BREAK CAMP MARCH Spring has sprung and that can only mean one thing spring break! Our Spring Break Camp will provide organized education and physical activities all about spring in Montana. Spring Break field trips around the valley may include some of the following: city, county, or state parks, the Kalispell Fire Station, plant nursery, animal programs, and bowling. SAFETY BEGINS AT HOME! FREE Household Hazardous Waste Collection Collection is the third Saturday of Every Month TO PARTICIPATE: Call to request a registration form, fill it out, mail it back and we ll send you a post card with your appointment time. ITEMS ACCEPTED: Oil based paint, thinner, solvents, adhesives, stains, cleaners, furniture stripper, ammonia, pesticides, herbicides, insecticides, poisons, fertilizers, tree sprays, fuel, carburetor cleaner, lye, turpentine, etc. FLATHEAD COUNTY SOLID WASTE DISTRICT ARE UNSIGHTLY JUNKERS CLUTTERING YOUR YARD? If you own a vehicle that is: Inoperative, Discarded, Dismantled or Wrecked CALL for FREE Pick Up & Removal! Junk Vehicle Recycling Program provided by Flathead County Solid Waste District KALISPELL CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ACTIVITY GUIDE

7 YOUTH SPORTS KALISPELL KICKERS INDOOR SOCCER This non-competitive program introduces K-4 th grade kids to indoor soccer. At weekly games, participants will practice basic dribbling, passing, and shooting skills. Each game day will have two parts: an instruction and practice period and a scrimmage period. There are no other practices scheduled. Shin guards are mandatory. Early registration deadline ends January 4. Regular registration Deadline is January 18. (Kindergarten), (1 st - 2 nd grade), (3 rd - 4 th grade) Dates: Saturdays, Feb. 2 March 9 Between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm Location: Stillwater Christian School $32 (early) $42 (regular) Info: LITTLE SQUIRTS BASKETBALL The Little Squirts program introduces players to basketball. Through a non-competitive program, preschool boys and girls (ages 4-5) will practice basic dribbling, passing, and shooting skills while having a great time. Games are once a week and are played for fun and instructional purposes only. Each game day will have two parts: an instruction/practice period, and a scrimmage period. There are no other practices scheduled. Early registration deadline ends January 11. Regular registration Deadline is January 25. Ages: 4-5 year old preschoolers Dates: Saturdays, Feb. 9 March 16 Between 9:00 am and 1:00 pm Location: Hedges Elementary School $38 (early) $48 (regular) Info: LITTLE DRIBBLERS BASKETBALL Little Dribblers is a non-competitive introduction to basketball for boys and girls for grades K-2nd. Players will practice basic dribbling, passing, and shooting skills while having a great time. Games are once a week and are played for fun and instructional purposes only. Each game day will have two parts: an instruction/practice period and a scrimmage period. There are no other practices scheduled. Early registration deadline ends February 15. Regular registration Deadline is March 1. (Kindergarten), (1 st and 2 nd grade) Date: Saturdays, March 16 April 20 Between 9:00 am and 6:00 pm Location: Russell School Gym $38 (early) $48 (regular) Info: ROOKIE SOCCER During the Rookie Soccer course, players learn fundamental skills necessary to play organized soccer. This is not a soccer league, but a class where kids learn the fundamentals. Participants rotate between three different stations to focus on kicking/trapping, dribbling, and running skills. A parent is required to participate with their child. Rookie sessions are held once a week. Early registration deadline ends March 27. Regular registration Deadline is April yrs Date: April 24 May 31 Day: Wednesday or Friday 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Location: Kalispell Youth Sports Complex $32 (early) $42 (regular) Info: SPRING SOCCER Spring soccer is a non-competitive league providing an introduction to soccer for grades K-4th. Players will practice basic dribbling, passing, and shooting skills. Games are once a week and are played for fun and instructional purposes only. Each game day will have two parts: an instruction/practice period and a scrimmage period. There are no other practices scheduled. Shin guards are mandatory. Early registration deadline ends March 27. Regular registration Deadline is April 10. (5 yrs - Kindergarten), (1st - 2nd grade), (3rd - 4th grade) Date: April 24 May 31 Day: Wednesday or Friday Between 5:30 pm and 8:00 pm Location: Kalispell Youth Sports Complex $38 (early) $48 (regular) Info: KALISPELL CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ACTIVITY GUIDE 7

8 RECREATION LEARN TO ICE SKATE Our program is designed for beginners of all ages which focuses on fun, participation and basic skating skills development. Lessons are taught in a group format. The lessons are designed to teach the fundamentals of skating so individuals can continue on in recreational skating or youth hockey. Beginner ice skating lessons Session 1: December 4-13 Session 2: January 8-17 Session 3: January 22 - January 31 Session 4: February 6-15 *All lesson schedules are subject to change. Day: Times: Info: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4 lessons Lessons at 3:50-4:15 pm or 4:20-4:45 pm $51 per session (includes skate rental) Must provide own helmet LEVEL 1 (Ice Cubes): Children who have never had lessons before or who need help marching across the ice. LEVEL 2 (Snowflakes): Children who are beginning to push, glide and beginning to wiggle backward. GLACIER HIGH SCHOOL CHEERLEADING CAMP Come learn how to cheer for your favorite sports team with the Kalispell City Parks and Recreation and the Glacier High School Cheerleaders. (A portion of the proceeds go to the cheerleading squad). GHS cheers, chants, jumps, and stunts will be taught. Participants will be performing at half time during a GHS varsity basketball game. 6 and older Dates: Saturday, February 2 Camp from 1pm-4pm. Basketball game begins at 4:15pm Location: Glacier High School $46 Info: FLATHEAD HIGH SCHOOL CHEERLEADING CAMP Come learn how to cheer for your favorite sports team with the Kalispell City Parks and Recreation and the Flathead High School Cheerleaders. (A portion of the 8 proceeds go to the cheerleading squad). FHS cheers, chants, jumps, and stunts will be taught. Participants will be performing at half time during a FHS varsity basketball game. 6 and older Dates: Saturday, February 16 Camp from 11:30 am - 2:30 pm Basketball game begins at 2:45 pm Location: Flathead High School $46 Info: DISC GOLF We have an 18-hole disc golf course in Lawrence Park. For a map and info call or stop by our office at 306 First Ave. East. View/378/Map-and-Rules-PDF?bidId Thank you to our partner, Flathead Valley Disc Golf, for their volunteering efforts and dedication to growing the sport of Disc Golf in the Flathead Valley. For more information on how to join Flathead Valley Disc Golf or participate in a league, please contact Dave Engle at (406) or flatheadvalleydiscgolf@gmail.com. Check them out on Facebook at FlatheadValleyDiscGolfCommunity/. HORSE SHOES See how close you can get to tossing a few ringers. There are 3 pits for use at Woodland Park. The pits are located at the left of the East entrance. The East entrance is off of Woodland Park Drive. We also have 2 pits located at Lawrence Park, North Main Street. The pits are across the road from the pavilion. For additional info call ICE SKATING (ON WOODLAND POND) The Woodland Park pond will be available for your ice skating pleasure. Grooming and ice conditions will be determined by the weather. For information call Since We ve been filling the orders for Flathead, Lake & Lincoln Counties We Carry: 3 Paper Products 3 Gum 3 Gloves 3 Candies 3 Meats 3 Tobacco Products 3 Institutional Products Delivery Available! Restaurants Institutions Hospitals Churches Fairs Reunions Motels and Hotels Convenience Stores Organizations, etc. GLACIER WHOLESALERS, INC. Locally Owned & Operated M-F W Reserve Dr. Kalispell KALISPELL CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ACTIVITY GUIDE

9 EMPLOYMENT / VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES We have many seasonal opportunities available throughout the year for positions such as lifeguards, day camp and afterschool counselors, recreation aides, park maintenance, forestry, etc. An application can be obtained from our office at 306 First Ave. E. or printed from the internet at: kalispell.com/human_resources/ For more information call VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Our volunteers are essential to our success. When you volunteer your time as an individual or as part of a group, it is one of the most valuable contributions you can make to the city, and you are building better, stronger parks for all of our visitors to enjoy. To volunteer, call or drop by our office at 306 First Avenue East. Marisa Roth, Director 41 Years in the Flathead Ballet Tap Jazz Modern Hip Hop Now offering Cheer & Ballroom Classes! Open Enrollment through February The Nutcracker Thanksgiving Weekend Dance Art Center - Kalispell O Shaughnessy Center - Whitefish Counseling & Intervention For Children & Their Families Stillwater Therapeutic Services Western Montana Mental Health Center Individual & Family Counseling Children s Case Management Psychiatric Services Family Based Services Therapeutic Group Home Care (Sinopah House) 418 Windward Way-Kalispell For Appointments: (406) Insurance, Medicaid & MT Healthy Kids Accepted KALISPELL CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ACTIVITY GUIDE Mastercard & Visa Welcome 9

10 DISCOUNTS, SCHOLARSHIPS AND POLICIES CITY RESIDENT DISCOUNT City residents contribute directly to the operation of Parks and Recreation programs through payment of their Kalispell City property taxes. A resident discount gives residents a reduced rate on most recreation programs and park reservations. The resident discount is optional. Residents who choose not to take advantage of the discount will pay the regular fee, along with all other participants. WHO IS A KALISPELL CITY RESIDENT? Kalispell City residents live within the city limits proper. The actual boundaries for the City of Kalispell are not the same area as those set by the U.S. Postal Service for mail delivery. Even though you may have a Kalispell mailing address, you might not reside within the city limits. We can help you verify whether your address is within the city limits by calling HOW DO I GET A CITY RESIDENT DISCOUNT? If you are a Kalispell City property owner all you need to do is let us know what your address is and we can look you up on our property owner list. If you are a renter we ask that you bring in a current Rental Receipt or Lease Agreement that clearly shows your name, the address, and a recent date. This will prove your residency. Bring proof to 306 First Avenue East. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm. REGISTRATION 1. You must pre-register for all recreation programs. 2. Class/program sizes are limited & filled on a 1 st come 1 st serve basis. 3. Participants are not registered until all fees are paid or assistance has been arranged. 4. Complete payment must accompany registration. 5. If financial assistance is needed, limited scholarships are available. (See Scholarships) 6. Registrations received and/or postmarked after the deadline date either by mail or in person will be taken if space is available. SCHOLARSHIP DONATIONS If you wish to contribute an extra dollar or two, your donation will help a child to participate in a recreation program that could not do so otherwise. Please indicate the amount of your donation on a registration form. SCHOLARSHIPS 1. Scholarship requests must be made in writing by filling out a scholarship application. 2. Requests must be submitted with sufficient time for review and to meet any deadline. 3. Scholarships are awarded on funds available and on a sliding scale, which is determined by the scholarship application and a scholarship committee. 4. Scholarships are awarded on funds available and determined on an individual need basis. Each scholarship is limited to one program per year (based on the City s fiscal year) and is limited to $100 per child. 5. The City of Kalispell will not unlawfully discriminate against applicants. REFUND/ CREDIT POLICY Not applicable to all programs. Youth camp, afterschool, and reservations have refund policies specific to programs. Please see parent packets or registration forms for further information. 1. No refunds given for fees less than $ No refunds given for requests made less than two full weeks prior to the start date of any class, program, or session; this is due to the fact that expenses will have already been incurred or in process due to staffing, supplies and/or field trips. 3. No refunds given for circumstances beyond our control such as, but not limited to, natural disasters, acts of war, terrorism, or epidemics. 4. Requests made two full weeks prior to the start date of any class, program, or session; a full refund will be issued minus a $10 administration fee or a full credit will be issued with a 1 year expiration date. 5. Requests due to emergencies will be determined by the number of days registered for minus the days missed. Emergencies such as an illness or injury accompanied by a doctor s note, loss of employment, or a death in the family will qualify as an emergency. 6. Emergency requests after 14 days of a missed class, program, or session No refund/credit given. 7. If a class or program is canceled by the Recreation Department 100% refund/ credit will be given. 8. No refunds/credits given for leaving early or coming late. 9. Credit card refunds will be made only to the same card used for the original transaction minus a $10 administration fee. 10. Youth Camp and Afterschool rollover credits and/or refunds are subject to the parent packet specific to that program. 11. The credit certificate must accompany a registration form to be valid. DISTRIBUTION LIST If you would like, we can add your address to our distribution list. We will use your address to send out periodic notices of upcoming activities or special announcements. We will not share your information with others. To utilize this service call or kpr@ kalispell.com 10 KALISPELL CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ACTIVITY GUIDE

11 GENERIC REGISTRATION FORM Drop off: 306 First Avenue East, Kalispell Mail to: Kalispell City Parks and Recreation P.O. Box 1997 Kalispell, MT Web site: Phone: Kindness to Kids Scholarship fund: If you wish to contribute an extra dollar or two, your donation will help a child participate in a recreation program that could not do so otherwise. Program Information - All our correspondence about program information will be done through . Participants Name Gender Age / Birth Date Grade Shirt Size Program Participant Medical Info (only info we need to know about) School Special Request Parent or Legal Guardian Address City Zip Phone Other Phone YES I will be a: Coach o Assistant Coach o Name Phone Address (if different than above) For Office Use Only Receipt # $ Paid Receipt Date By Participation in Kalispell City Parks and Recreation programs is voluntary. All participants are involved at their own risk and agree to assume the responsibility for any injury or damage to person or property. Any registration fee paid does not provide insurance. Please check the following box if you do not want us to use photographs of you for advertising purposes. o Participant/Parent/Guardian Signature: Date: KALISPELL CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ACTIVITY GUIDE 11

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