Outreach Education
Education Programs Designed for K-12
Observing Mount Washington's Weather
This interactive, hands-on program is a general look at where weather comes from, and how observations form the basis of all forecasts. Through demonstrations and video footage explore the highest peak of the Northeast and find out how the Mount Washington Observers work in some of the World's Worst Weather.
Lightning Science and Safety
Lightning is an amazing force, and vital to the planet. Learn how lightning happens, and how to be safe if a thunderstorm threatens. A 500,000 volt Van de Graaf generator will deomonstrate right in your classroom why we say, "When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!"
Fundamentals of Climate
We've all heard about climate in the media, but do we really understand what it is? Learn about the fundamentals of climate and as well as Mount Washington, a place so unique that although it is located in the temperate zone, it actually experiences conditions of a sub-arctic climate.
Lectures for General Public
The Culture of Mount Washington: Why the Rockpile?
There are many places on Earth that invite severe weather, yet few of these locations are inhabited by a small crew 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Designed by the hardy individuals who refer to winds of 50 MPH as "breezy," this popular lecture shares stories that can only be told by those who inhabit New England's highest peak!
Mount Washington and Antarctica: Can New England weather really be worse than Antarctica?
"Mount Washington is not really the home of the world's worst weather; is it?" Trust us: you are not alone in your skeptical curiosity which is why many current and former employees of the Mount Washington Observatory travel to Antarctica to experience the differences first-hand! Presented by those who have lived and worked in these two unique locations, this talk explores the miraculous similarities between our planet's high latitudes and New England's higher elevations.
Professional Development
Teacher Workshops
The Observatory offers a variety of opportunities, including not only programs for students, but sessions for teachers only, enabling them to bring weather into the classroom themselves.
Our teacher programs are designed to enhance educators' knowledge of weather, plus provide options for reaching all students. If you want to teach weather, but could use a jump start, we are here to help.
Outreach Education Program Fees
Michelle Cruz, Director of Education
Program Costs
The standard fee for a program is $195 per session – 30 students per session. A second consecutive program is $155 and each additional is $125. Mileage is .50/mile (round trip) from North Conway, NH. Each program lasts about an hour, but can be adapted to fit your class schedule. Multiple day programs are also possible. A minimum of two programs are required for organizations/schools located more than 1.5 hours from North Conway, NH.
Assembly programs are available. Cost may vary depending on the number of attendees.
To contact us, whether to schedule a specific presentation or to discuss program possibilities, please click here, or call us at 1 (800) 706-0432 x 225.
If you are in the North Conway area, bring your class to the Mount Washington Observatory's Weather Discovery Center - a hands-on museum devoted to weather and Mount Washington. The Weather Discovery Center features exhibits on local and world weather, features a recreation of the original summit weather station, and as a special bonus includes "Live from the Rockpile" - a live, interactive audio-video connection with the weather observers atop Mount Washington. Give us a call to schedule a class visit to the Center.
For More Information
To set up a program, contact our Educational Outreach Coordinator at (800) 706-0432 x211 or outreach@mountwashington.org.
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