2025 Holiday Staff Picks
By Brandi Malloy
2026 is just a few weeks away, and the season of giving is in full swing! From Nimbus plushies to yeti beanies, we’re incredibly grateful for your holiday gift purchases this season through the official MWOBS online store.
Now that I’ve shared my personal favorites, I’ve turned to the rest of the team for their intel on top Observatory gifts and gear, and they had some fantastic recommendations! Read below to hear from more MWOBS team members across the organization for our Holiday Gift Staff Picks.
I also wanted to send along a reminder that today is the last day to order online for holiday shipping, so please place your orders here before midnight tonight to ensure delivery before the holidays! Thank you again for choosing to shop with us this holiday season, and for your continued support.
MWOBS x Burgeon Outdoor Power Wool Beanie
“I love local brand Burgeon Outdoor, and this hat keeps me warm when I’m exploring outside with its Polartec Power Wool fabric! Our team also loves the Burgeon Outdoor x MWOBS Highlander Hoodie, pictured below.”
– Carissa Milliman, Development Coordinator
2026 MWOBS Calendars
“In 2013, the first editions of Views from the Top of New England and Marty on Mount Washington were released. For 2026, the tradition continues with our 2026 Views from the Top of New England and Nimbus on Mount Washington calendars.”
P.S. Use promo code MYPROJECT15 for 15% off calendars through 12/12/25.
– Ryan Knapp, Senior Meteorologist and Night Observer
MWOBS Weather and Hiking Journal
“This is an awesome journal for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts. Part teaching tool, part weather observation log, part reflective journal, it is a perfect adventure take-along for taking note of what’s around you.”
– Ellen Estabrook, Communications Manager
Weather Books for Kids
“As an educator with the Observatory, I recommend checking out our selection of children’s books! Each page in How the Weather Works is jam-packed with interactive information (even I learned something). I was also impressed with how detailed yet digestible each weather word is in Weather Words is!”
– Misha Leyfer, Lead STEM Programs Educator
Nimbus Plush
“The Nimbus Kitty plushies are a gifting favorite for cat lovers of all ages, and it pairs purrfectly with The Cats of Mount Washington tee! We also have a variety of other plush animals, including a Snowy Owl, Fox, Bear, Moose, and more!
– Olivia Dodge, STEM Programs Educator
MWOBS x Minus33 Nimbus Socks
“Minus33 Merino Wool’s Nimbus socks are a favorite among the staff here at the Observatory for their function and fun design. This is a great gift for a hiker who wants to take Nimbus along on their adventures!”
P.S. Please note this product ships from Minus33.
– Ryan Haas, Weather Observer
Weather Geek Hoodie
“This official Weather Geek Hoodie also boasts Home of the World’s Worst Weather and features the iconic MWOBS tower. It’s the perfect gift for the weather lover in your life!”
– Jackie Bellefontaine, STEM Programs Manager
Cloud Types Tee
“My cloud types t-shirt is a favorite because it’s a handy sky-watching reference and it often sparks questions about weather science when people see me wearing it.”
P.S. Please note this product ships from Bonfire the first week of January.
– Wendy Almeida, Development Officer
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