Top Tent Camping near Greene, RI

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Best Tent Sites Near Greene, RI (9)

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    1. East Beach State Beach

    2 Reviews
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    All campers must be self-contained and equipped with 4 wheel drive, campers also must obtain a Barrier Beach Permit prior to their stay. More info by calling (401) 322-8910.

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      3. East Beach State Campground

      1 Review
      5 Saves

      Specialty camping on three (3) miles of undeveloped beach frontage is available at East Beach State Campground, located in Charlestown, Rhode Island. East Beach is one of the least developed of the Rhode Island state beaches, with limited parking and a half dozen changing rooms. This barrier beach and 10 site campground location offers four Clivus Multrum Composting Toilets for restrooms along with 3 miles of undeveloped beach frontage. Parking is very limited and fills up early on sunny summer days. A small portion of the beach is staffed with lifeguards on a seasonal basis. Utilities ARE NOT available at this campground. Special Camping/Vehicle Equipment requirements are required for camping at this location.

      All camping units MUST BE self-contained AND equipped with 4-wheel drive. A self-contained unit is defined as “A camping unit which contains permanent holding tanks for potable water, grey water and black water. Bathroom equipment must be permanently affixed to the unit.”
      Tow trailers or Fifth Wheels are not allowed.
      All campers MUST obtain a Barrier Beach Permit prior to their stay.
      Beach Vehicle Permits/Trail passes can be purchased from the Rhode Island Coastal Resources Management Council (CRMC)
      A beach parking fee will also be required for any vehicle using the East Beach Sand Trail during the summer beach season unless registered for a campsite.
      Closure of part or all of East Beach Campground may occur during the camping season due to the nesting of a tiny shorebird called the Piping Plover. The Piping Plover is listed as a threatened species under the Federal Endangered Species Act. If a closure should occur, reservations will be cancelled and refunded in full.
      Registered campers after having checked in to East Beach Campground will be allowed to utilize the Septic Dump Station and Water Filling Station at Burlingame State Campground and/or Fishermen’s Memorial State Campground, one time at no charge. Additional dumping or use of the water filling station will be subject to the Septic Dump Station Pass Fee
      Must show proof of active and valid reservation.
      Tent camping is not allowed.
      Pets are not allowed.
      Registered campers after having checked in to East Beach Campground will be allowed to utilize the Septic Dump Station and Water Filling Station at Burlingame State Campground and/or Fishermen’s Memorial State Campground, one time at no charge. Additional dumping or use of the water filling station will be subject to the Septic Dump Station Pass Fee

      Address: East Beach Road, Charlestown, RI 02813

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      $28 / night

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          5. Gillette Castle State Park

          2 Reviews
          26 Saves

          Four public camps along the Connecticut River at Hurd, Gillette Castle, River Highlands and Selden Neck State Parks offer primitive, riverside sites with fireplaces and pit toilets for individuals traveling on the river. Use of river campsites at River Highlands, Hurd and Gillette Castle is restricted to canoers and kayakers only.

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            Camper-submitted photo from Selden Neck State Park Campground
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            7. Selden Neck State Park Campground

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            Selden Neck offers 4 sites: Cedars site - 20 campers Hogback site - 6 campers Springledge site - 8 campers Quarry Knob site - 12 campers

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            $5 / night

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            8. Hidden Lake Farm

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            ***Very quiet and private in back woods horse pastures on a small farm with free range chickens, a dog, and a couple of horses. Your pets are welcome too! ***

            Locally there are state parks with beaches, and state forest for trails & lakes, hiking and biking. Or you can just relax and enjoy the serenity!

            *** Each campsite has its own fire-pit and table with chairs. ***

            We cannot allow any wood for camp fires to be brought in form the outside for environmental reasons. It can be purchased for $10 per bundle on site or $12 preordered with reservation.

            Farm Fresh eggs daily when available for $4.00 per 1/2 dozen. And there are also blocks of ice $5. Garbage removal is available as well $5 per bag provided.

            **Other attractions include local farmers markets, Gilette's Castle, and the famous River Ferry crossing the Connecticut River with a vehicle across to East Haddam. *

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            $49 / night

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            Recent Tent Reviews In Greene

            597 Reviews of 9 Greene Campgrounds


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              Camper-submitted photo from Boston / Cape Cod KOA (Middleboro)
              Oct. 7, 2024

              Boston / Cape Cod KOA (Middleboro)

              Smelly, filthy Cabin with no hot water...Customer Service Is BADDD

              I booked Deluxe Cabin 1 at the Boston KOA based on my past experiences in VA and NC. BOSTON was the WORST KOA I've stayed at. The cabin SMELLED of mildew and cigarettes(pic of ashes in the tub), and there was NO HOT WATER, which is against MA law. It was FILTHY, the pots needed to be replaced, and you have to request blankets. I informed the after hours staff about the water, blankets, and smell. The next morning, I went to the office at 9 am and talked to LORI. She was COMBATIVE and confrontational which is weird because she just started her day. As a person of color, I had to walk away because I was frightened. When I returned, BOB Brammer(He wanted to write his name down, so I got it right(his words)) lacked empathy and had a facial expression of annoyance. He was also CONFRONTATIONAL as I explained there was no hot water and the cabin smelled. I informed the national KOA feedback team(Kaitlyn& Tiana) and they said it's handled internally, whatever that means. If you read the reviews about bad customer service, believe it. You can see CUSTOMER SERVICE IS BADDDD! The KOA will probably respond to this review, but NOTHING WILL HAPPEN. I'll be reaching out to TOBY O'ROURKE and OSCAR TANG so they are aware the BOSTON KOA is tarnishing the KOA brand.

            • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
              Camper-submitted photo from Burlingame State Park Campground
              Oct. 7, 2024

              Burlingame State Park Campground

              HUGE state park

              General: HUGE state park with over 700 sites. It does not fully open for the season until May 1 and when we were there in mid-April, only two sections, Fish Camp and Mills Camp were open. The Ranger station is staffed 24 hours a day, with a ranger on site until 11 pm. You need to show your pass to get inside the gate leading to the campsites. There are no hookups in any site (as far as I could tell). Sites are designated for tents, small trailers, large trailers, and RVs. As with other RI state parks, non-residents pay double the price of residents which kind of ticks me off (I don't mind a nominal upcharge but double is excessive IMO).

              Site Quality: The site numbers throughout the park are painted on rocks but the sites themselves are not very clearly defined. There is no designated camping pad. Our site (114) had a water view but was not level. It was large enough for us to park horizontally and make it work for one night. Some sites had excessive roots and also were not level. Some picnic tables have been replaced with new ones, but others badly need it.

              Bath/Shower house: The one in Fish Camp was adequate and clean. There is hot water, but you need to run it for a while before you get any. There was no garbage receptacle, and the toilet paper is so thin, that you can see through it. Showers are $.75 to get it started for the first three minutes. After that, the amount per minute increases to $1, $1.25, $1.50, and so forth. Machines take up to 22 quarters. There is a change machine at the Ranger Station. I did not use the shower so I cannot comment on how well they work. 

              Activities/Amenities: There is a camp store that offers wood, ice, coffee, basic groceries, propane, and canoe rentals. It was open with limited hours during our stay. Fishing, boating, swimming - all in season. Even though the park was only about 10% occupied, there was a strong Ranger presence. He circled our small loop three times just before check-out time and wanted to make sure we were leaving not a minute past the designated time. 

              This was just an overnight stay for us in a convenient location but there is no way I would stay at the height of the season!

            • Kathy T.
              Camper-submitted photo from Salt Rock State Park
              Sep. 23, 2024

              Salt Rock State Park

              Clean, but dated facilities

              Campground is a bit crowded with sites close together. The facilities were clean but quite old. There are some nice hiking trails along the river.

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              Camper-submitted photo from Sunset View Farms
              Sep. 21, 2024

              Sunset View Farms

              Lovely spot in the woods

              We booked last minute (2 hours before we arrived) and were met with the friendliest staff ready to help us at 7:30PM and get us checked in. Perfect spot if you don’t mind a 40 minute ride over to The Big E fair which is what brought us out to this part of MA. The restaurant was so nice, and to my surprise more than accommodating as I have celiac, they really went above and beyond. We will definitely be back next summer for a longer stay.

            • Jacob D.The Dyrt PRO User
              Camper-submitted photo from Fishermen's Memorial State Park
              Sep. 18, 2024

              Fishermen's Memorial State Park

              Somewhere to stay, not the best

              $18/night if you live here, but $36 if from out of state. Large tent campground with lots of spaces, so everyone is in pretty close together. My main concern is there are showers in the bathrooms you can pay for, but ones outside that are free, but cold water and no curtain, so you literally have no privacy.

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              Camper-submitted photo from Ponkapoag Camp
              Aug. 30, 2024

              Ponkapoag Camp

              Beautiful

              Had an amazing stay, cabin was perfect and comfortable. Water was nice and fish were biting. Can’t wait to come back.

            • carol T.
              Camper-submitted photo from Waters Edge Family Campground
              Aug. 23, 2024

              Waters Edge Family Campground

              BEWARE WATERS EDGE CAMPGROUNDS THEY WILL KEEP ALL YOUR MONEY

              JUNE 30,2024  my husband & I were seasonals at waters edge campground Lebanon Connecticuit  gave them a 30 day notice we were leaving this place wasnt for us just awful the owners are just money hungey thieves they told us they were keeping our deposit wich we expected because it says non refundable deposit so okay fine but we paid for the whole season its open april15 to october15 gave a 30 day notice left june 30 they refused to give us back the money for july ,august,september,to october 15 they ket 750 plus 2500 dollars told us were not getting our money back So iam sure they rented the site thats double dipping so fair warning I dont want this to happen to anyone else they will Rob you blind oh and they broke our ice maker when they dewinterized our trailer and never owned up to it came down to my floor in camper soaked with water from my freezer and didnr bother to clean tthe mess and said  it must have been broken nefore so they are also dirty liars I didnt want to even give a one star rating but had to put somethin i give the a big fat 0

            • Matt S.
              Camper-submitted photo from Mystic KOA
              Aug. 5, 2024

              Mystic KOA

              Great campground for coastal CT & RI

              We stayed at Mystic KOA in North Stonington, Connecticut, to be tourists in Mystic. Spoiler alert… we had a great stay! 

              This campground is just 15-minutes from Mystic and about an hour’s drive to Newport, Rhode Island. It’s just a few minutes from I-95 and so close to Mystic Aquarium, downtown Mystic, Mystic Seaport, and all the local spots. 

              It’s a well-maintained campground with 2 pools(though the larger one was closed for maintenance during our stay), lots of play areas and daily activities for little ones, and a cool“pub truck” for adult drinks. Our site(#408) was about 85’ long with plenty of room for our 45’ motorhome and toad(and then some!). It was level and gravel with a nice fire ring and picnic table. The hookups worked fine with 50-amp electric and decent water pressure. Cable TV had nearly 50-channels, but the wi-fi didn’t quite reach our part of the park. 

              Due to a family issue, we needed to leave about a day-and-a-half early. We called the office as a courtesy to let them know as we were pulling out and received a partial credit for a night’s stay on our credit card. Didn’t even ask, they just did it. Thanks Mystic KOA! 

              We’ll definitely be back. This is a great place to stay when visiting the coastal Connecticut/Rhode Island area.

            • KThe Dyrt PRO User
              Camper-submitted photo from Burlingame State Park Campground
              Jul. 29, 2024

              Burlingame State Park Campground

              Pros outweigh the cons

              Stayed for a week mid-July; during the week had almost an entire loop to ourselves which was wonderful - it felt like having the entire park to ourselves. Things picked up on Friday/Saturday but overall we lucked out with no neighbors who were disrespectful of the quiet hours (10p - 7a). Bathrooms, dumpsters, and portapotties are plentiful, but not always well maintained. Staff are seen frequently throughout the park and are very willing to be helpful when asked - our site had a few Yellowjacket nests and they took care of them for us almost immediately when asked. It’s worth investigating the various sites ahead of time - there are a number of sections much more likely to be busy than others, and lots of low-lying sites that show signs of easily being washed out in anything more than a moderate rain. With multiple great east coast beaches minutes away (as well as conveniences like fuel/stores) we will definitely be back.

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              Camper-submitted photo from Peppertree Camping
              Jul. 23, 2024

              Peppertree Camping

              Amazing stay

              We had our very first camping experience with our new camper at this campground and it was everything we could have imagined and more. It’s a beautiful campground, the gentleman and his family who own it are sooooo nice and they helped us a lot when it came to learning how to properly use our camper. All the fellow campers that we met were extremely nice. It’s a quiet campground, located right on a river. My children spent hours in it playing and fishing. Looking forward to returning.

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              Camper-submitted photo from Fishermen's Memorial State Park
              Jul. 15, 2024

              Fishermen's Memorial State Park

              FEELS LIKE SUMMER

              Nothing like coming home to NARRAGANSETT..... BEAUTIFUL, clean campground.... Quiet & peaceful..... Bathrooms are very nice..... Not far from ROGER WHEELER BEACH & SCARBOROUGH BEACH.....Right down the street from great RI food.....

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              Camper-submitted photo from Fort Getty Campground
              Jul. 15, 2024

              Fort Getty Campground

              HEAVEN ON EARTH

              Such a beautiful destination for tourists, travelers, & beach goers....Talk about being right on the water with access to excellent swimming. Such a lovely vantage point with your tent location from the top of FORT GETTY. Who knew??? Mackerel Cove is awesome....beach, beach, beach.... Bathrooms are ok. Such a hidden gem on the wonderful island of Jamestown!!!! Bring your tent....

            • Laura D.
              Camper-submitted photo from Brialee Family Campground
              Jul. 10, 2024

              Brialee Family Campground

              Best Camping Experience

              This was our families first time staying at Brialee Campground.  The cabin was absolutely beautiful and clean.  The staff were friendly and helpful. The activities were great and kept my grand children busy.  Swimming and the lake were fun.  I cannot say enough wonderful things.  We had such a great time I booked my reservations for Next July 2025 before I left.

              A special thank you to Sherri for the personal tour and showing us the ropes!  She is the best.

              The D'Avanzo Family

            • R
              Camper-submitted photo from Strawberry Park
              Jul. 10, 2024

              Strawberry Park

              Large campground with 3 pools, many amenities and scheduled activities

              Large campground with 3 pools, many amenities and scheduled activities

            • Eddy B.
              Camper-submitted photo from Whispering Pines Campground
              Jul. 8, 2024

              Whispering Pines Campground

              Fun for the family

              Great privately owned family campground. The pool, splash pad, live music and activities for the kids were great!

              AT&T service had only one bar. Couldn’t stream but worked for calls and texts. Campground WiFi was strong but as expected struggled to keep up on this busy 4th of July.

            • aThe Dyrt PRO User
              Camper-submitted photo from Normandy Farms Campground
              Jul. 8, 2024

              Normandy Farms Campground

              Very Enjoyable 1 night stay

              We enjoyed our tent site with a wooden lean-to. Overall very private and peaceful, however the only drawback is that people took frequent casual walks pass the area all day long. There's really no way around that.

              We did not get a chance to enjoy the amenities, but they all looked nice and well thought out.

              We will return.

            • aThe Dyrt PRO User
              Camper-submitted photo from Canoe River Campground
              Jul. 8, 2024

              Canoe River Campground

              Good But Not Ideal for us

              The campground was very busy with families events activities, etc. If you prefer a noisy fun experience and a more social experience with your very close neighbors, this is the pot for you. Our preferred style of camping requires more space and less noise. The pool bathrooms were gross, but the other facilities area near the tent sites was very nice and clean.

              The food was great and the staff is friendly. Overall we had a great time, but its unlikely we’ll return mostly due to the noise level.

            • Beth R.The Dyrt PRO User
              Camper-submitted photo from Mystic KOA
              Jul. 5, 2024

              Mystic KOA

              Nice amenities

              Pros: 15 minutes from Mystic CT 50 AMP, sewer & water hookup Nice amenities

              Cons: Gravel site No shade Tight site & hard to get in/out for big rig

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              Camper-submitted photo from Charlie Brown Campground
              Jul. 1, 2024

              Charlie Brown Campground

              Riverside Delight!

              This was our first time visiting and my entire family enjoyed themselves so  much, that we've already reserved a site for a few weeks from now. Arts and crafts, tractor rides, and of course the tubing down the river. Lots of built in entertainment for the kids! The grounds were clean, the playground was nice, and the people were all friendly.  We did a late checkout for $5 extra, but the noon checkout and two dump stations would make leaving on time a non-issue as well. 

              Of note: We camped with friends, who were given a spot next to a large group of people (weekend prior to 4th of July is to be expected). The group were very polite and abided by quiet hours, but they were having fun and a bit loud for my buddy's 2 month of baby. They requested to move sites, and the management was super accommodating and apologetic. Helped him move his site and threw in some firewood for the troubles.

            • Jason L.The Dyrt PRO User
              Camper-submitted photo from West Thompson Lake Campground
              Jun. 27, 2024

              West Thompson Lake Campground

              Pleasantly surprised

              We had an excellent experience at this camp ground. The Staff and Rangers were polite and welcoming. We were able to see some boat races and played a round of disc golf on property. Once the boat races finished each day the camp was very quiet and peaceful. Had a great weekend

            • Mia S.
              Camper-submitted photo from Burlingame State Park Campground
              Jun. 24, 2024

              Burlingame State Park Campground

              Enjoyed myself this weekend

              We camped here from Friday to Sunday. The staff in the main office was very inviting and friendly, the rangers kept everyone in check . The bathrooms were kept clean, but the showers in the Legiontown area are kinda crappy, it's mainly the shower heads...they feel like bullets hitting you and you can't even adjust the shower head nozzle. The showers are $1.50/8mins I only put $1.00 in for 5 minutes which was more than enough time for me. There's a beautiful lake and you can rent Kayaks or a canoe for the day I believe it was around $45.00. there's a nice general store, an arcade, playground, trails, cabins... And the sites are pretty big. No real big complaints, except that the staties are usually waiting for you to come back from the bars since there's no alcohol allowed on the property. So if you are to drink off the property, make sure you have a Designated Driver. They love handing out DUIs. (I did not have this issue, but my friends did.)

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              Camper-submitted photo from Hither Hills State Park Campground
              Jun. 24, 2024

              Hither Hills State Park Campground

              Beachfront camping

              I took the train to Montauk on 6/20/24 and got a cab ($20) to the campsite.  All sites were reserved, but only 1/3 were being used. I was able to put my name on a waitlist and got a tent lot.  They wouldn’t let me register for more than 1 night.

              I was in A6, which is against the dunes (which are ~12ft tall), so I could hear the surf, but not see it. There was no one within 2 sites, so it was quiet.

              Friday morning, I put my name on the waitlist at 8am, I had to break down my site by 11am, and come back at 1pm to claim a site. I took J10 (which is on a bluff ~20ft above the beach and G, H and I areas). Strangely, I was offered a 2 night stay (Fri&Sat).

              Beautiful views of the ocean from my tent and I could still hear the surf. Area J has the best (newest?) facilities (bathrooms, showers, sinks (kitchen and personal)). Drawback is 10 minute walk to the general store/ranger station and 5 minutes to the beach (10 to swimming area).

              Almost no cell service! 2 bars was the maximum and finding that was rare. (Not enough service to get an Uber or play Spotify). There is a landline outside at the ranger’s station.

              General Store closed at 3pm, but Gurney’s is 1.5 miles down the beach if you want expensive bars and restaurants.

              FYI, guarded swimming area is ~100 yards wide and located next to the entrance circle.



            Guide to Greene

            Camping near Greene, Rhode Island, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and family-friendly activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun-filled adventure, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

            What to do:

            • Explore the beach: Rocky Neck State Park Campground is just a short walk from the beach. One camper mentioned, "The campground is about a 20 min. walk and 5 min. drive to the beach. There is no additional entrance fee to the beach."
            • Hiking: Myles Standish State Forest has many trails for hiking. A visitor noted, "Myles Standish has a little bit of everything: hikes, swimming and easy access from Boston area."
            • Visit local attractions: The Mystic KOA is close to Mystic Aquarium and downtown Mystic. A reviewer shared, "This campground is just 15-minutes from Mystic and about an hour’s drive to Newport, Rhode Island."

            What campers like:

            • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the restrooms and showers. One review for Fishermen’s Memorial State Campground stated, "Bathrooms are very nice."
            • Friendly staff: Many campers have praised the helpfulness of the staff. A visitor at George Washington State Campground said, "Staff was friendly and helpful, with park rangers making regular rounds."
            • Spacious sites: Campers enjoy the roomy sites at Boston/Cape Cod KOA. One camper mentioned, "Site 309 was a pull-thru with a fire-pit, cement pad gas grill, chairs and table, level site with grass for dog."

            What you should know:

            • Noise levels: Some campgrounds can be noisy, especially during weekends. A camper at Rocky Neck State Park Campground noted, "Overnight noise was an issue. Lots of cars coming and going."
            • Site privacy: Many sites are close together, which can affect privacy. A visitor at Wompatuck State Park Campground mentioned, "You don't have the feeling of being really in the woods."
            • Limited amenities: Some campgrounds may not have on-site stores for last-minute supplies. A camper at Hammonasset State Park Campground said, "There is no on-site camp store for last minute necessities."

            Tips for camping with families:

            • Activities for kids: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and organized activities. One camper at Mystic KOA shared, "The entire place is completely geared to families."
            • Plan for beach days: Choose a campground close to the beach, like Rocky Neck State Park Campground, which allows easy access for family outings. A visitor noted, "You can walk or drive to the beach at no additional cost."
            • Check for pet policies: If you’re bringing pets, make sure to choose a pet-friendly campground. Fishermen’s Memorial State Campground allows pets, making it a great option for families with furry friends.

            Tips from RVers:

            • Level sites: Look for campgrounds with level sites to make parking easier. A camper at Fishermen’s Memorial State Campground mentioned, "Some sites are fairly level but not most of them."
            • Book in advance: Popular campgrounds can fill up quickly, especially during peak season. A visitor at Boston/Cape Cod KOA advised, "It’s best to book far in advance."
            • Check for hookups: Ensure your chosen campground has the necessary hookups for your RV. A reviewer at George Washington State Campground noted, "Full water and electrical hookup."

            Camping near Greene, Rhode Island, offers a variety of experiences for everyone. Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly spot or a quiet retreat, there’s something for every camper.

            Frequently Asked Questions

            • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Greene, RI?

              According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Greene, RI is East Beach State Beach with a 4.5-star rating from 2 reviews.

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