Arctic Wednesdays 2024: Week 5 Blog
Holly Munce, Berlin NH Post-Trip Blog 3/6/24 As a teacher, every day brings new lessons and challenges, both in and out of the classroom. But, for educators seeking a break from the routine, venturing into the great outdoors can offer a refreshing change of pace. For me, that break came in the form of a day trip to Mount Washington in early March. Little did I know, this journey would not only rejuvenate my spirit but also provide valuable insights that I would bring back to my students. Venturing up the highest mountain east of the Mississippi River as well as home to the world's most erratic weather was daunting yet thrilling. And more importantly, it’s essentially in my backyard. To be able to connect this in my classroom and make it relevant to students who travel past the Auto Road and Great Glen Wilderness often, while noting on top of the mountain are scientists recording and sending data to other scientists all over the world, is truly captivating. Setting out at 9 a
