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        <ExplanationTxt>Get It Groomed: Our fundraiser to improve ski trail grooming services by buying specialized grooming equipment. We spent $91,952 towards a Favero Snow Rabbit 3 groomer. The groomer was given to Eau Claire County for use in county parks. Also included in that expense is signage to acknowledge donors.</ExplanationTxt>
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