Observatory Events

July

The nonprofit Mount Washington Observatory invites you to join us in the White Mountains of New Hampshire - or from wherever your favorite outdoor playground is - to raise funds, earn prizes and to be a part of this amazing event. 

Whether a seasoned trailblazer or uninitiated explorer we yearn for opportunities to seek our own literal or figurative “peak”. Standing atop the summit of Mount Washington, winding down a gravel path at Great Glen Trails, or paddling a meandering river we pursue those feelings of discovery and renewal that are realized when we truly disconnect from our “new normal” and immerse ourselves in a new adventure. Choose your adventure and then plan to gather with other like minded outdoor enthusiasts to celebrate. 

Dr. Neil Lareau, Assistant Professor, University of Nevada, Reno Weather and wildfire are inextricably linked. When weather and ground conditions are right a tiny spark can spawn not only a massive fire, but fire-produced thunderstorms and sometimes even tornadoes. Join University of Nevada-Reno Assistant Professor, and former Mount Washington Observatory Weather Observer Dr. Neil Lareau, as he helps us explore the science behind how the atmosphere enhances and responds to wildfire.

Dr. Mary Stampone, Associate Professor, University of New Hampshire & New Hampshire State Climatologist; Mount Washington Observatory Staff & Interns Have you ever wondered what it means when a weather-person says today's weather is hotter, cooler, wetter or drier than normal? Just what is "normal" and how is it determined? Join State Climatologist and UNH Associate Professor Mary Stampone and MWO Staff and Interns for this special program that will help us investigate the recently released 1991-2020 set of normals and how they compare to the 1981-2010 set across the region and specifically around Mount Washington.