Captain Buddy’s Outdoor Adventures 

4.9
(1148 reviews)
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Veteran Owned
 1640 Fording Island Road, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926, United States–

Captain Buddy’s Outdoor Adventures 

Hilton Head Island, SC, United States
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26 ft
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4.9
(1148 reviews)

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Take to the South Carolina's inshore and offshore waters for a whole host of experiences with Captain Buddy and Captain Jay. This is a family-friendly fishing charter geared toward fun and educating young minds on the art of fishing.

The boat you'll head out on is a 26' long beast named 'Side Piece'. It is a recently restored 1978 Mako center console that can comfortably fit 6 guests along with the crew. On board, you'll find outriggers fitted for trolling as well as fishfinder technology to help you get your catch of the day.

Captain Buddy can take you inshore fishing for Redfish, Sea Trout, Flounder, and Black Drum. On his offshore trips you'll be targeting Black Sea Bass, Vermillion Snapper, Grouper, Amberjack, as well as both King and Spanish Mackerel. Unique daytime and nightime Shark fishing trips are also available here if you're up for an adventure!

You catch 'em, they'll clean 'em, you eat 'em! They'll clean the fish right in front of you free of charge and give them to you in a ziplock bag. Don't forget to bring something to put your bag in and don't forget your sunscreen! They'll supply everything else you need including all of the fishing gear and the fishing licenses for 6 guests.

Bottled water is included in trips of 5 hours or more. Feel free to bring your own food, beer, wine, soft drinks, and water along with you but please refrain from bringing glass on the boat. For a great range of saltwater fishing adventures, you don't need to look further than Captain Buddy.

Attention!!!! If this listing is booked for the day and time you are looking for, PLEASE CHECK OUR OTHER LISTING ON FISHING BOOKER!!!

Take to the South Carolina's inshore and offshore waters for a whole host of experiences with Captain Buddy and Captain Jay. This is a family-friendly fishing charter geared toward fun and educating young minds on the art of fishing.

The boat you'll head out on is a 26' long beast named 'Side Piece'. It is a recently restored 1978 Mako center console that can comfortably fit 6 guests along with the crew. On board, you'll find outriggers fitted for trolling as well as fishfinder technology to help you get your catch of the day.

Captain Buddy can take you inshore fishing for Redfish, Sea Trout, Flounder, and Black Drum. On his offshore trips you'll be targeting Black Sea Bass, Vermillion Snapper, Grouper, Amberjack, as well as both King and Spanish Mackerel. Unique daytime and nightime Shark fishing trips are also available here if you're up for an adventure!

You catch 'em, they'll clean 'em, you eat 'em! They'll clean the fish right in front of you free of charge and give them to you in a ziplock bag. Don't forget to bring something to put your bag in and don't forget your sunscreen! They'll supply everything else you need including all of the fishing gear and the fishing licenses for 6 guests.

Bottled water is included in trips of 5 hours or more. Feel free to bring your own food, beer, wine, soft drinks, and water along with you but please refrain from bringing glass on the boat. For a great range of saltwater fishing adventures, you don't need to look further than Captain Buddy.

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Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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2 Hour Trip – Shark Fishing (3PM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 3:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Mar 15 - Oct 30
Redfish
Shark (Hammerhead)
Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Bonnethead)
+2
US $400
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3 Hour Trip – Inshore (7AM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Nov 1 - Apr 1
Cobia
Bluefish (Tailor)
Black Drum
Redfish
+2
US $500
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3 Hour Trip – Shark Fishing
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
3 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 3:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Mar 15 - Oct 30
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
Redfish
Shark (Hammerhead)
+4
US $500
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3 Hour Trip – Inshore (11AM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 11:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Nov 1 - Mar 15
Redfish
Shark (Hammerhead)
Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Bonnethead)
+1
US $500
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing
In high demand Last booked: 2 days ago
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 11:00 AM)
Cobia
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
+1
US $600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 Hour Trip – Nearshore & Offshore
In high demand Last booked: 2 days ago
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+5
US $775
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour Trip – Nearshore & Offshore
In high demand Last booked: 18 hours ago
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+6
US $950
Entire boat: up to 4 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

4.9
1148 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (1535)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
99%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
99%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
92%
Caught fish

Reviews (1148)

  • Joshua Layne
    Joshua Layne
    us
    Kentucky, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Great Charter

    2 Hour Trip – Shark Fishing (3PM) on October 13, 2026 • 2 adults

    My wife and I went on our very first fishing charter, and it was an absolute 10/10 experience! Our captain was extremely knowledgeable, helpful, and made the entire trip enjoyable from start to finish. You can tell Buddy and his crew know what they’re doing and truly care about giving their customers a great experience. We couldn’t have asked for a better first fishing charter! We would highly recommend Buddy and his crew to anyone looking for a great day out on the water. We will definitely be back!

  • Mike Harper
    Mike Harper
    us
    Tennessee, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Great Experience

    6 Hour Trip – Nearshore & Offshore on October 23, 2026 • 2 adults

    This is the second year in a row we’ve come from Knoxville Tennessee to Hilton head to fish with Captain Buddy’s crew. Last year was Captain Buddy and this year was Captain Jay. This group has consistently given us a great experience, from the boat & gear, knowledge of the area to find fish, and the professional and friendly demeanor of our guide each time.  We didn’t have to bring anything except ourselves. We plan to use them again next year!

  • Alexandra Miller
    Alexandra Miller
    us
    Maryland, US
    Member since 2026
    4.7
    Verified

    Amazing Deep Sea Fishing Trip

    5 Hour Trip – Nearshore & Offshore on September 20, 2026 • 6 adults • 1 child

    I highly recommend this deep sea fishing trip. Captain Jay was so attentive and ready to bait our lines as soon as we needed. He was so quick and knowledgeable. We would have loved to catch some Spanish Mackerel but did not have the opportunity to. We did, however; catch 2 bonnethead shark, 4 trout, pinfish, croaker, whiting and threw back a spade fish, toadfish, sheepshead, and a few others. We must have left the boat with 6 larger fish and maybe ten small fish. Not only was the trip fruitful, but it was extremely fun. We were even provided with a recipe for our bonnethead shark to make tacos! Thank you Captain Jay for an amazing time!

  • Curtis Miller
    Curtis Miller
    us
    West Virginia, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Don’t think twice - best fishing charter in town!

    3 Hour Trip – Shark Fishing - 11:00 AM on June 3, 2026 • 6 adults • 2 children

    Captain Buddy’s Outdoor Adventure was a wonderful experience for our family. Captain Buddy was very educational in explaining how to fish in salt water. We all learned alot plus had some great catches! He took extra time and effort to make sure we had a great time. He was extra patient with the kids in the group who are already talking about their next fishing trip with Captain Buddy! We will absolutely be returning to fish with him! Thank you Captain Buddy!!

  • Heather Remark
    Heather Remark
    Repeat angler
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great time and everyone caught fish!

    4 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing on July 6, 2026 • 6 adults • 4 children

    We had Captain Jay. he was really great. He was constantly changing bait, moving locations if we weren’t catching fish. He would help with the rigs and explaining how certain fish hit the line. I have chartered A LOT if boats. I will be booking Captain Jay next year. If you dont catch fish, it’s the fish not the Captain! Everyone had a great time. Three kids and two adults.

  • Nicholas Thompson
    Nicholas Thompson
    us
    Arizona, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Fishing Excursion

    6 Hour Trip – Nearshore & Offshore on September 25, 2026 • 3 adults

    Started out a cold and windy morning so was unable to fish near shore or out in the open sea due to small craft advisory. Captain Jay did a great job of finding up inland water way fishing spots and we had fun catching many varieties of fish including several king fish that we took home. We all had a great time and will do this again in the future.

  • Nathan Miller
    Nathan Miller
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2021
    4.7
    Verified

    great experience with Captain Buddy’s

    5 Hour Trip – Nearshore & Offshore on July 16, 2026 • 2 adults

    Such a great time! My 13 yr old son’s 1st charter and it went perfectly. Went out a few miles off shore with Capt Jay and immediately got into fish. We kept 7 spanish mackerel and a sea trout. Along with that we had caught a bunch of bottom fish unfortunately too small to keep and one decent shark. Capt Jim was very professional and was enjoyable to be around. I would recommend this charter group to anyone and plan on using them again when back in the area.

  • Sean Bannister
    Sean Bannister
    Repeat angler
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2023
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Shark Fest!

    3 Hour Trip – Shark Fishing - 3:00 PM on April 12, 2026 • 3 adults

    We had Captain Jay and I can honestly say it was one of the best HHI charters we have been on. Booked the 3hr afternoon shark trip. Told Jay ahead of time that we had been skunked 4 straight years on HHI charters. He said he would do his best to break the slump and boy did he deliver!!!! 8 sharks in the boat, a stingray including a 6ft bullhead shark. Talk about a slump buster! Jay kept us on the fish abd didn’t waste time on spots that werent producing. Highly recommend Captain Buddy’s especially Captain Jay!

  • Lauren Liggett
    Lauren Liggett
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    great fishing trip!

    4 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing on June 10, 2026 • 6 adults • 1 child

    Had an incredible morning on the water with Captain Buddy. They knew exactly where the fish were biting and we were able to catch a good amount of fish, including a few species of shark. The captain was incredibly patient and helpful with everyone on board. Highly recommend Captain Buddy for an unforgettable fishing trip!

  • Chad Peters
    Chad Peters
    Repeat angler
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2019
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great time, Jay was awesome.

    6 Hour Trip – Nearshore & Offshore on August 9, 2026 • 3 adults

    Jay was a great captain, he moved us around to find the bite. Everyone caught fish and we lost a BIG fish (Jay said probably a big bull shark) after a great fight. other than shortening the trip by a bit due to lightning, it was a great time. would highly recommend this outfit.

FAQs about Captain Buddy’s Outdoor Adventures

Captain Buddy’s Outdoor Adventures offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per group, additional US $25 per person after 4 guests - 2 Hour Trip – Shark Fishing (3PM) (2 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $25 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hour Trip – Inshore (11AM) (3 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $25 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hour Trip – Inshore (7AM) (3 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $25 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hour Trip – Shark Fishing (3 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $25 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hour Trip – Shark Fishing - 11:00 AM (3 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $25 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hour Trip – Shark Fishing - 3:00 PM (3 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $25 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $25 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing - 11:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $775 per group, additional US $30 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Nearshore & Offshore (5 hours)
  • US $950 per group, additional US $30 per person after 4 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Nearshore & Offshore (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Captain Buddy’s Outdoor Adventures, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet We have an electric flush toilet that uses fresh water. It is fully enclosed to ensure total privacy. Toilet paper is provided as well.
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Multimedia system
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Captain Buddy’s Outdoor Adventures include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Every trip is different. Sometimes we grab live bait in the way out. Sometimes we already have it on board. Sometimes we won't need live bait. No matter what, there is no added charge for any bait!)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (We will clean your catch on the boat after the trip is complete for FREE. We also provide good quality ziplock bags for your filets. If there are lots to clean and we have a trip after yours, we may need to get back to the dock 5 or so minutes early. )
  • Fishing license (Every guest on our vessels are fully covered by our state and federal permits. They are also included in the price at no extra charge. )
Captain Buddy’s Outdoor Adventures offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (We go as far offshore as the wind allows and how much time we have on our trip. The longer the trip, the farther out we can go. )
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Captain Buddy’s Outdoor Adventures offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Captain Buddy’s Outdoor Adventures include:
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Black Drum
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Cobia
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bonnethead)
  • Spanish Mackerel

Your operator

Captain Buddy’s
Captain Buddy’s
Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, United States
3 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
1311 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2020
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Captain Buddy has been fishing for his entire life. He's no stranger to an adventure as he's fished across 5 continents. He comes from just down the road in Savannah so he's has a lifelong knowledge of the bodies of water around here. He loves the inshore and ocean environment and teaching people how to fish there.
Our Team
Jay S.
Jay S.
Captain
Buddy B.
Buddy B.
Captain
Casey B.
Casey B.
Business partner
Ryan G.
Ryan G.
Captain
Captain Buddy’s
Captain Buddy’s
Fully verified
Veteran owned
Angler's Choice
3
reports
1311
reviews
2020
member since
~1h
response
Captain Buddy has been fishing for his entire life. He's no stranger to an adventure as he's fished across 5 continents. He comes from just down the road in Savannah so he's has a lifelong knowledge of the bodies of water around here. He loves the inshore and ocean environment and teaching people how to fish there.
The crew
Jay S.
Jay S.
Captain
Buddy B.
Buddy B.
Captain
Casey B.
Casey B.
Business partner
Ryan G.
Ryan G.
Captain

The fish you can target

Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Black Drum
Black Drum
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Cobia
Cobia
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Black Drum
Black Drum
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Cobia
Cobia
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper

Real catches by this captain

  • Angler holding a large red drum on a center-console fishing boat offshore, with another adult and fishing gear visible.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Redfish
    Mike H.
    Mike H.
    This is the second year in a row we’ve come from Knoxville Tennessee to Hilton head to fish with Captain Buddy’s crew. Last year was Captain Buddy and this year was Captain Jay. This group has consistently given us a great experience, from the boat & gear, knowledge of the area to find fish, and the professional and friendly demeanor of our guide each time.  We didn’t have to bring anything except ourselves. We plan to use them again next year!
  • Angler holding a small shark aboard a fishing boat in coastal waters, with rods visible along the gunwale.
    Fish 1
    Bonnethead Shark
    Dana S.
    Dana S.
    Captain Jay was great! He had a 26’ boat but it seemed very tight for 3 adults. It would be great for a family with younger kid experience. We did catch some fish but we have been on bigger boats with bigger fish. It was nice but we may look for other options in the future.
  • Group selfie aboard a fishing boat with an angler proudly holding a freshly caught squid over calm coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Atlantic Sharpnose Shark
    Joshua L.
    Joshua L.
    My wife and I went on our very first fishing charter, and it was an absolute 10/10 experience! Our captain was extremely knowledgeable, helpful, and made the entire trip enjoyable from start to finish. You can tell Buddy and his crew know what they’re doing and truly care about giving their customers a great experience. We couldn’t have asked for a better first fishing charter! We would highly recommend Buddy and his crew to anyone looking for a great day out on the water. We will definitely be back!
  • Angler proudly displaying a freshly caught Redfish while aboard a fishing boat.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Nicholas T.
    Nicholas T.
    Started out a cold and windy morning so was unable to fish near shore or out in the open sea due to small craft advisory. Captain Jay did a great job of finding up inland water way fishing spots and we had fun catching many varieties of fish including several king fish that we took home. We all had a great time and will do this again in the future.
  • Angler holding a toothy reef fish at the helm of a center-console boat offshore.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Sheepshead
    Alexandra M.
    Alexandra M.
    I highly recommend this deep sea fishing trip. Captain Jay was so attentive and ready to bait our lines as soon as we needed. He was so quick and knowledgeable. We would have loved to catch some Spanish Mackerel but did not have the opportunity to. We did, however; catch 2 bonnethead shark, 4 trout, pinfish, croaker, whiting and threw back a spade fish, toadfish, sheepshead, and a few others. We must have left the boat with 6 larger fish and maybe ten small fish. Not only was the trip fruitful, but it was extremely fun. We were even provided with a recipe for our bonnethead shark to make tacos! Thank you Captain Jay for an amazing time!
  • Teen angler holding a small shark aboard a fishing boat in calm coastal waters, with another angler partially visible.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Bonnethead Shark
    Jordan R.
    Jordan R.
    We had such a great time, and learned so much! The Captain was so patient and very kind! We have ages 10-60 and everyone will be back next year!!
  • Angler proudly displaying a Hammerhead Shark while fishing on a boat, showcasing a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Hammerhead Shark
    Jeff D.
    Jeff D.
  • Young angler proudly holding a small shark while fishing on a boat, showcasing a successful catch in a scenic waterway.
    Fish 1
    Blacktip Shark
    Jeff L.
    Jeff L.
  • Young angler proudly holding a shark while fishing on a boat, showcasing a successful catch during a coastal fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Blacktip Shark
    Chad P.
    Chad P.
    Jay was a great captain, he moved us around to find the bite. Everyone caught fish and we lost a BIG fish (Jay said probably a big bull shark) after a great fight. other than shortening the trip by a bit due to lightning, it was a great time. would highly recommend this outfit.
  • Angler proudly holds a large catfish aboard a small fishing boat on a calm, wooded canal.
    Fish 1
    Bonnethead Shark
    Tamika J.
    Tamika J.
    We had another amazing experience with Captain Jay! He’s simply amazing! Thanks for making sure that we all had a great experience. We’re ready for next year’s adventure!

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
26 ft
Year built
2016
Boat manufacturer
Seahunt
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
42 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
We have an electric flush toilet that uses fresh water. It is fully enclosed to ensure total privacy. Toilet paper is provided as well.
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Multimedia system
Outriggers
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Every trip is different. Sometimes we grab live bait in the way out. Sometimes we already have it on board. Sometimes we won't need live bait. No matter what, there is no added charge for any bait!
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
We will clean your catch on the boat after the trip is complete for FREE. We also provide good quality ziplock bags for your filets. If there are lots to clean and we have a trip after yours, we may need to get back to the dock 5 or so minutes early.
Fishing license
Every guest on our vessels are fully covered by our state and federal permits. They are also included in the price at no extra charge.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
NO AGE LIMITS!! We routinely have young kids out with us to fish and we LOVE teaching them as we are fishing. Our guide are highly trained to get kids on the fish and sharks.
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed
Disabled accessible

How you can pay

Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
 Cash
 Visa
 Mastercard
 American Express

What’s biting in Hilton Head Island right now

Barracuda (Great)Barracuda (Great)
Black DrumBlack Drum
Bluefish (Tailor)Bluefish (Tailor)
CobiaCobia
Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
RedfishRedfish
Seabass (Black)Seabass (Black)
Shark (Blacktip)Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Bonnethead)Shark (Bonnethead)
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel

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