PINKHAM NOTCH — The non-profit Mount Washington Observatory’s 24th annual Seek-the-Peak Hike-a-thon exceeded its $200,000 fundraising goal Saturday by over $25,000, officials said.
“We surpassed our expectations, which was wonderful — and it was an incredible day for weather for hiking,” said Charlie Buterbaugh, director of external affairs for the member-supported organization.
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