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Young Bandit

Posted by Jennifer Sigmon,
North Country explorer from Asbury Park NJ
August 26, 2026 —

While out on our dock on Black Lake, I saw this young bandit following his family through the wetland plants. He paused for a moment so I could snap his photo before he continued on his way.