In the wake of Earl 2010-09-04 17:35:37.000 - Brian Clark,  Observer and Meteorologist NULL What is now Tropical Storm Earl has passed by and will soon become extratropical as it merges with a cold front off to our north. The storm ended up dumping just over two and a half inches of rain last night, but that is pretty much the only real effect of the storm to speak of. Winds have been increasing through the day today, but that is an indirect effect of Earl and we are only seeing what we would consider moderate wind speeds. So all

First week 2010-09-03 18:49:01.000 - Erica Sandschulte,  Summit Intern It has been with out a doubt a great week! It being my third complete day on the mountain, this morning was the first time I was able to see thirty miles out to the horizon with some clear blue breaks overhead. It was a beautiful morning. As the day went on clouds started to move in and by the afternoon we were completely covered. This is my first time on the mountain and I get to spend it as an intern for the fall season. I am thrilled to be

My Name is Earl 2010-09-02 23:16:30.000 - Ryan Knapp,  Staff Meteorologist Birds eye view of Hurricane Earl. I could talk about a lot of things this evening. I could talk about the heat and humidity of the past week. I could talk about the thick haze and poor air quality of the past two days. I could talk about the decrease in crowds on the summit now that schools are starting back up. I could go on and on but let's be realistic; there is really only one thing to really talk about that is on a lot of people's

Hurricane Earl 2010-09-01 21:51:51.000 - Brian Clark,  Observer and Meteorologist NULL The big story in the 'weather world' over the last couple of days has been Hurricane Earl. After bringing quite a bit of rain, high winds, and big waves to areas of the Caribbean, the big question now is, where will the storm go next? Current forecasts show the system grazing the Outer Banks of the Carolinas, and then continuing along the coastline. While there is still cause for speculation as to exactly where the storm will track, it looks as though there is a very good chance it

NULL 2010-08-31 16:37:30.000 - Jennifer Finn,  Summit Intern Half the cold room painted As the fog that has engulfed the mountain all day begins to clear out, my second week on the Rockpile slowly comes to an end. It has been quite an eventful and, luckily at some times, sunny week.On my last off week, I spent a good half day at L.L Bean stocking up on all the hiking and cold weather gear that I had quickly realized I needed. I got my first (real) pair of hiking boots, so I was itching to go out and try them

NULL 2010-08-30 22:44:32.000 - Stacey Kawecki,  Observer and Meteorologist Monday Sunrise Last night, before really thinking about the consequences, I asked Mike to wake me if the sunrise would be visible. During my evening jog last night, I could see the haze settling into the valley and I thought it would be really cool to see the sun come up through the haze. Well, about those consequences...Mike knocked on my door and walked into my room at about 440 EST this morning. I woke with a start and apparently mumbled something unintelligebly. After lying in bed for a few minutes,

NULL 2010-08-29 14:37:08.000 - Stacey Kawecki,  Observer and Meteorologist Mansfield Sunset There's a lot of hot air blowing around up here today, literally. Earlier today, with temperature at a balmy 54 degrees, we reached a peak gust of 76 mph! That officially exceeds hurricane force. It is unusual to have winds so strong and temperatures so warm. It is exceptional fun to go out on the deck and play in the wind and not get cold. It's also pretty hilarious to watch those who are unfamiliar with strong winds squeal in delight (and maybe a little fright) as the gusts

NULL 2010-08-28 10:00:04.000 - Linda & Dave Andrzejewski,  Summit Volunteers NULL As first time volunteers to the 'rock pile', we certainly had a unique opportunity to view Mt Washington from a different perspective. The mountain cooperated and we experienced how fast and variable the weather changes. One of the many things we learned is that we definitely packed too much for our weeks' stay. But we'll know better the next time. Seeing the night time sky the way a visitor cannot was amazing. We had many clear nights when the surrounding communities twinkled below in the darkness. Being able to

2 years! 2010-08-27 23:29:02.000 - Mike Carmon,  Staff Meteorologist Taken during my internship I blinked, and two years have passed.I can hardly believe it myself, but today, August 28th, is my 2-year mark working for the Observatory!My beginnings at the organization were quite humble. I started out as a fall intern on the opposing shift-a shift short one observer.Because Brian Clark was the only day observer, I was expediently trained in the tasks of an intern and an observer to aid him in daily summit operations. By the end of my first week, I had given multiple tours, produced a

NULL 2010-08-26 22:09:35.000 - Barbara Francis,  Summit Volunteer NULL In all my years growing up I always dreamed of staying on Mt Washington, at least for a night. Mt. Washington was always in my thoughts. In recent years it had become a BUCKET LIST item. Now here I am the last night of my weeks stay on the mountain. I have met so many wonderful people who work here and who visit. To wake here in the morning is beyond words and to go to bed at night listening to the wind blowing outside my bedroom window is just to