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Science in the Mountains
Our monthly virtual lecture series features experts on weather and climate topics.
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In-School Visits Inspire Future Weather Scientists
In-School Visits Inspire Future Weather Scientists By MWOBS Staff 2023 has been a pivotal year for educational programs at the Mount Washington Observatory (MWOBS). “This year, we’ve seen explosive growth both in the interest in our programming, and also in the programs we’ve developed here,” Brian Fitzgerald, Director of Education, explains. These programs have included spring field trips, summer camp programs, after-school, virtual learning, and in-school programs featuring backpack and weather instrument giveaways. The excitement generated by the in-school visits and giveaways was of particular note to Jackie Bellefontaine, who headed the program this season. “With a mission
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Recent Blog Posts From Mount Washington Observatory
Adjusting to Life on the Summit
Adjusting to Life on the Summit By Charlie Peachey Working on the summit of Mount
A Surprise Aurora
A Surprise Aurora By Francis Tarasiewicz After 17 months of working at New England’s highest
A Glimpse at METAR Reports
A Glimpse at METAR Reports By Alexis George, Weather Observer & Meteorologist METAR observations are
Interning in the Clouds: My Mount Washington Odyssey
Interning in the Clouds: My Mount Washington Odyssey By Jordan Frate Now that my
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