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Raytheon, the Boston Museum of Science and I team up to bring Science, Engineering, Technology and Math to Boston area students

I love all of the school visits that I make, but last Friday's was something special!  More than 1,600 students from Boston and surrounding cities and towns converged on Boston's Museum of Science for a day of fun in learning - "Explore Engineering Day."  Organized by Raytheon Company, this day focused on STEM education - Science, Technology, Engineering and Math - and is the first of its kind with the Museum of Science, introducing students to fundamental engineering concepts by affording the kids numerous hands-on activities, and personal interactions with Raytheon engineers!

Raytheon, the Museum of Science, and InkHouse Media invited me to welcome all of the students, and speak to kick-off the big day.  Obviously, STEM concepts are huge in the world of meteorology, and Raytheon has actually been a key player in developing weather technology, including the national network of Doppler radars operated by the National Weather Service, as well as new and sophisticated technology and projects, such as CASA, AWIPS, recent AWIPS expansion and VIIRS.

 
The Explore Engineering Day came just a short time after Raytheon announced a one million dollars sponsorship to the Museum of Science in support of the Engineering is Elementary (EiE) program, working with teachers in the Boston area to teach students creative application of science and math knowledge.  The money will be used to train elementary school teachers using the EiE curriculum, expand training hubs beyond Boston, and establish new professional development centers in Washington, DC, Phoenix, AZ, and Huntsville, AL.

A hats off to Raytheon for being such a generous community company, the Museum of Science for tirelessly making moments like this possible for generations of kids, and the the students, themselves, for bringing an immense amount of energy and enthusiasm for learning.

I was thrilled to reward the kids for their dedication to learning by showing them on NECN recently - their video comes at the end of this weathercast!

 

And here's the raw video of their energy, on display:

October 11, 2011 - Pine Hill School, Sherborn, MA

My annual visit to the Pine Hill School in Sherborn, MA, never fails to deliver on lots of excitement from a great group of students - this year was certainly no exception to the rule!

And...see the actual weathercast the kids appeared on NECN in!

Capital Improvements Underway at New Hampshire Ski Areas: Millions of dollars being spent to enhance skier experience

Pretty cool to get this update from Ski NH, alerting me to all the updates going on in Ski Country in the "off-season," which is pretty busy this year with zip-lining and the like!

NORTH WOODSTOCK, NH, JULY 2011 - Following a memorable ski season filled with plenty of soft snow falling from the sky, New Hampshire's ski areas are rolling up their sleeves and getting to work improving their resorts for guests.  Following is a list of projects in the Granite State for the upcoming 2011-12 winter season.  

Loon Mountain, Lincoln -Two new trails are being added to the terrain at South Peak.  Snowmaking improvements continue this summer with the addition of 100 new tower guns on the main mountain and 67 new tower guns on South Peak.  A new Bison X grooming machine has been added to the fleet.  The ski patrol will also enjoy a new summit patrol building. 

Granite Gorge, Keene - A major base lodge addition is underway for the 2011-12 winter.  Among the improvements are an expanded ticketing, rental and apparel area.  Guests will also enjoy new bathrooms, kitchen and dining area.  The Lookout Lounge, with a full liquor license, will have an all-weather deck overlooking the mountain; on days with harsh weather, the deck has a canvas enclosure and heating.  New computers will be installed to improve the customer service experience.  On the hill, significant trail work is being completed with several trails being expanded and trees being removed to open up the terrain.  Additional snowmaking will be added to the Sunset Trail and two new snow guns will be added to the fleet.  Those looking to enjoy some serious air-time will enjoy the brand new Bag Jump, an inflatable landing area that allows skiers and riders to launch and land softly on the bag.

Pats Peak, Henniker -Guests will benefit from snowmaking upgrades at Pats Peak with the addition of 8 new SMI Fan Snowguns, 2 new HKD Turbo Fans and 3,000 feet of new snowmaking pipe. The Pats Peak Rental Shop is now a Burton Learn to Ride Center with 150 new kids and 200 adult beginner specific snowboards.  All guests needing rentals will enjoy 250 new pairs of Dalbello Ski Boots.  The Bear's Club Kids Program will now have its own fleet of rental ski, snowboards and boots so families can bypass the rental shop and head direct to the Bear's Den.  The terrain parks continue to grow with the addition of a progression park for those just getting started catching air, hitting rails and sliding boxes.  A new Freestyle Camp will also be held on vacation periods.  Other improvements include additional air conditioning in the Sled Pub, fresh stain and new carpets for the base lodge, and renovated bathrooms in the Sleigh Room.

Mount Sunapee, Newbury - A new glade trail, Beck Brook Glades, is being cut, bringing Mount Sunapee's total to 9 gladed trails.  Snowmaking is being added to Outer Ridge Trail, which provides an alternate route off the Upper Ridge Trail.  The mountain will also become a Burton Learn-To-Ride Center.  This includes a full complement of Burton rental equipment that is designed to make learning to snowboard easier for guests.

Gunstock Mountain Resort, Gilford - Gunstock spent over $2.1 million on improvements over the past year, much of it on summer activities.  Among these summer improvements that skiers and riders will also enjoy are the Big Air Bag Jump which allows adventurous skiers and riders get a feeling for catching big air while enjoying a soft, safe landing on the bag.  The newly installed Zip-Tour will also be available for winter guests, allowing them to enjoy zooming down the mountain through the air above the treetops.

Cranmore, North Conway - After spending $6 million last summer, more improvements are underway.  Forty new high-efficiency snowmaking tower guns are being added.  To keep surfaces soft a new Prinoth Bison Groomer has been added to the grooming fleet. Improvements are also being made to the base lodge, rest rooms, and food and beverage facilities.  A substantial investment to upgrade rental equipment is also being made.

Black Mountain, Jackson - New air compressors will be added to the snowmaking system increasing capacity by 35%.  The Sugarbush trail is being landscaped and widened.  The lodge is receiving numerous upgrades including remodeled bathrooms, new flooring in guest services, a new locker room, renovated third floor eating area and expanded seating for the bar and dining area at Lostbo Pub.

Crotched Mountain, Bennington - Over the summer the fleet of Head ski and snowboard rentals is being expanded to ensure plenty of inventory and the latest equipment for guests.  The terrain parks will receive many new elements, as well as an all-new park for freestyle program participants.  The lodge and cafeteria also are receiving improvements.

King Pine and Purity Spring Resort, East Madison - Major improvements to the snowmaking system includes converting the operations to electric power.

Jackson XC, Jackson - Guests to Jackson XC will find 1.7 kilometers of new trail on the Ellis River Corridor along with 1 kilometer that is being rebuilt over the summer months.

Windblown XC, New Ipswich - Over the summer Windblown's logging operation will open up trails and allow for the addition of telemark and backcountry skiing.

Live from Canobie Lake Park - the new "Untamed" coaster is a hit!

We were able to beat the raindrops to Canobie Lake Park in Salem, NH, for Wednesday's noon show, and I got the full rundown on "Untamed" - the new coaster at the park.  Find out more for yourself from Chris Nicoli, Canobie Lake Park's Manager of Marketing and Entertainment. 

Want to take a video ride on Untamed?  No problem!  Head over to my Facebook Page by clicking here to take the ride!

May 16, 2011 - Shawsheen School, Andover, MA

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My visit to the Shawsheen School in Andover was delightful again this year, and I promised to make them all superstars - way to go, everyone!

May 9, 2011 - Glen Urquhart School, Beverly, MA

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I had a terrific time on the beautiful campus of the Glen Urquhart School, visiting grades two through five - thanks, everyone!

May 2, 2011 - Tyngsboro Elementary School

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It was a beautiful day for my visit with the fourth grade at Tyngsboro Elementary!

May 2, 2011 - Tom Williams Drums Up Support for Liver Life Walk

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What a wonderful morning at Dracut High School, where my Run for Research Liver Buddy (one of the young men I ran the marathon thinking of) and liver transplant recipient Tom Williams organized an hour-long presentation of American Liver Foundation representatives, organ recipients, a donor's mother, Dracut High's Sophomore Class President, and Yours Truly, to garner support for September's Liver Life Walk (http://tinyurl.com/3kx6fdy), where Tom hopes the whole school will walk - great job, Tom, and see you at the walk my Dracut High School friends!

April 25, 2011 - Freeman-Centennial School, Norfolk, MA

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I had a wonderful time with the 4th grade in Norfolk - thanks gang!

Running for a Cause: The Young Faces of Liver Disease

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So many people have asked me why I'm running the 115th Boston Marathon in 2011 - I wasn't a runner and didn't set out on this voyage for personal accomplishment - these boys, who've battled liver disease and have been helped by the American Liver Foundation, help to convey my motivation.