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I'm Phillip, founder of CAHikingAdventures.com, a brand which I use to educate people about local history, the outdoors, and improve conservation efforts. Really looking forward to this group. Currently having issues with time. It takes me way too long to create a 20 second reel. Does anyone have any tips?