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COUNTRY’S FIELD EDITORS ARE A FANTASTIC BUNCH! • Since 2017, they’ve shared their stories and travels with us. Their bylines have appeared in the magazine, and you might recognize some of their names below! Thank you, Field Editors!

Discoveries • EXPERIENCE AMERICA’S BEST / SLEIGH BELLS RING 16 / SITKA BY THE SEA 18 / WILD HORSES UP CLOSE 20

TOP FINDS

LIKE CRYSTAL MAGIC • Snow transforms the crown jewel of the New York state parks

Enchanting Sleigh Rides • Create your own snow globe moment with a horse-drawn journey through the countryside

BY AIR OR SEA • Surrounded by mountains and water, and full of art and culture, Sitka is the Alaskan town of Kathy Witt’s dreams

DESERT BEAUTIES • With patience and a bit of luck, photographer Michael Ash snaps perfect shots of Utah’s wild horses in action.

Dressed in Snow • FROM CHARMING VILLAGES TO MOUNTAIN GETAWAYS, NEW ENGLAND IS A WINTER PLAYGROUND

HAWAII’S UPCOUNTRY • Writer Leslie Forsberg savors the small towns, ranches and farms of Maui’s countryside

Scandinavian Spirit • When residents of Knife River, Minnesota, celebrate Christmas, they do it Nordic-style with trolls, folk games, frozen trout and lots of snow play

Journeys • READERS EXPLORE AMERICA / FINDING HOLIDAY SPIRIT 46 / BUCKET LIST ADVENTURE 48 / UNION STATION SPLENDOR 52

FINDING CHRISTMAS • An unexpected small-town stop renews a mom’s holiday spirit

Sled Dog Adventure • Crisp air, cozy blankets and a team of furry companions make a bucket list dream come true

ALL DECKED OUT • Holiday displays at Kansas City’s Union Station enchant the young—and young at heart

WISH YOU WERE HERE • Winter is a frosty scene-stealer. Our readers embrace the outdoors and share their favorite seasonal photos.

ON THE ROAD • Can you identify these roadside attractions and their states? Compare your answers to those below.

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