Washing The Tower 2010-07-05 23:17:14.000 - Steve Welsh,  IT Observer Kristin At Work Since the weather has been unusually warm and fog free over the past few days we've taken the opportunity to do some major cleaning work on the inside of the tower. The tower tends to get very damp since it's never heated and there are always doors opening to the elements and people constantly coming and going. Needless to say over the years it had accumulated quite a healthy fungus population. So for the past three afternoons we have been very busy with the power washer (well

NULL 2010-07-04 13:38:28.000 - Stacey Kawecki,  Observer and Meteorologist our own kind of fireworks Happy Birthday America! Now, prepare yourself for a history lesson.A mere 234 years ago Continental Congress approved the wording of, arguably, the most important document in the United State's history - the Declaration of Independence. The events leading up to the actual severance from British rule are numerous and complex. There was a lot of talk about taxation without representation and the bothersome Intolerable Acts. John Adams was a main protagonist of American Independence and in May of 1776, he wrote the preamble our country's independence.

Snow Field 2010-07-03 22:36:29.000 - Steve Welsh,  IT Observer Snow Field So how long will the Jefferson snow field last? As you can possibly just make out from the photo (hint it's the tiny white spec under the big red arrow) it's seen much better days and with 60 degree temperatures in the immediate forecast it will probably disappear very soon.I'm working nights this week since Mike is away on vacation. So far it's been the usual fog and pitch black skies with very cool temperatures for this time of year. Tonight, however, is much different with stars above and

NULL 2010-07-02 19:00:56.000 - Sabrina Lomans,  Summit Intern NULL Getting snow in July was defiantly an interesting surprise yesterday! It was exciting to see something so out of the ordinary, but atypical weather occurrences are fairly normal at the summit of Mount Washington. However, today was very different from yesterday. The snow and fog cleared out and left a sunny (but cool) day. It is projected to stay nice throughout the weekend with an increase in temperatures. I am very excited about the weather clearing because it is just in time for the Fourth of July on Sunday. If the

NULL 2010-07-01 14:58:53.000 - Kristin Raisanen,  Summit Intern July snow on the observation deck Welcome to July everyone! When I think of July, I think of warm temperatures and days spent at the beach. Mother Nature had her own idea of July today when she welcomed us into this lovely summer month with snow. Yes, snow!! Snow is something I rarely think of in July, unless I'm using the thought of winter as a way to get through the hot days of summer. Today, with a high in the mid 30's and showers in the forecast, snow was definitely possible,

NULL 2010-06-30 17:45:57.000 - Stacey Kawecki,  Observer and Meteorologist wicked Weather is cool. Today we can take that literally. With the maximum temperature for the day at just 39 degrees, it has been a rather chilly last day of June. After a week spent in the hot, humid Great Lakes region, it would be an egregious lie to say I'm not thoroughly enjoying the refreshing breeze of 35 mph, the crisp temperatures, and being a little cold when I venture outside. All I kept thinking was today would be a perfect day to hike. Woe fails to grip me though,

CAVU Day 2010-06-29 22:54:36.000 - Rebecca Scholand,  Summit Intern Enjoying a momentary clearing of the fog. It's the little things as kids that stick with us as we grow up. For as long as I can remember my Dad has left me notes and ended phone calls with CAVU. It's an aviation term meaning Ceiling and Visibility Unlimited. To a young aspiring pilot it meant a lot more then just a perfect day for flying, but over the years has turned into just having a great day. A CAVU day doesn't need to be filled with calm winds and clear

Cat comment 2010-06-28 21:25:41.000 - Marty,  Summit Cat Me-ow! Meeeeeeooooowwww it's your favorite cat Marty, with Ryane one of the museum attendants here to translate for me.When she first came up I wasn't sure if I liked her or not, she tried to take meeeeowwww down to where she works all the time but I managed to escape.Brain, the big boss, went down there a lot so I followed him to investigate. I am getting used to her and have ventured down there alone to visit, I guess she is OK.I like to visit because I see myself EVERYWHERE! I

Busy weekend 2010-06-27 14:33:48.000 - Hanna Brewer,  Summit Intern NULL What a weekend! Now that schools are out for the summer, it seems like every day the Sherman Adams building is packed to the brim with hikers and day visitors. The amount of tours has been increasing, as well as the number of people going through the Mount Washington Museum. On Friday alone, when the weather was nice, the Museum saw over 700 guests. Along with an influx of people, special summer events have started taking place. Last night was the Minis on Top Auto Road event, where the Observatory

A Night Hike 2010-06-26 22:06:39.000 - Mike Finnegan,  IT Observer Tonight is one of those nights where it is nice to be indoors on the summit. It is rainy, foggy, and dark. The winds (mph) and the temperature (F) are both in the mid 40 range. This is quite a contrast from last night when I walked outside to a beautiful full moon and winds hardly over 10 mph. Although it was a bit late, I knew the weather wouldn't hold for another night, so there was no sense in missing a chance for a short jaunt. Becca and I