Each year, our photo contest reminds us just how fortunate we are to call Vermont home. From quiet back roads and glowing autumn hillsides to intimate moments of community, wildlife, and everyday life, this year’ s submissions captured the spirit of the Green Mountain State perfectly. Narrowing down the entries was no easy task. Every photograph carried its own sense of place, making the judging process both inspiring and incredibly difficult. Before revealing this year’ s winning image, we wanted to celebrate a selection of the remarkable photographs that made this contest such a joy to experience.