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Issue 217 April 2012
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April 2012 ~ Page 4
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Rounding out the top seven pros:
3rd: Wesley Taylor, Decherd, 8
2nd: Jeff Erickson, Phoenix, Ariz.,
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35-5
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ber 6.
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ing at noon on June 30. July and
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es. It is good fun for families and $159,900 This would be a great hunting tract but could also be used as a family recreational
visitors of any age.” property.
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caller who has conducted square
ly River State Park, visit www.hol- monthly with activities scheduled
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