Tuesday, July 5, 2016

The Weather Geek's Man Cave Ideas




Ok, so I have been thinking of creating the "Ultimate Weather Geek Man Cave." Here are some ideas.
First, many people think of having a ton of computer screens. I am thinking that is great but when people come to my "Weather Center Man Cave," I want it to be more of an experience.

 Galileo Glass Thermometer
Galileo Glass Thermometer with wood frame.

Create Your Own Tornado


Or Create your own tornado machine

                   Or you can create your own Water Wall with your storm chasing team's logo.


Don't want to use water? Here is a dry indoor rain display.



More DIY Water Wall.




                                     Here is a great idea for a radio room in your man cave.

The Bar

As far as your bar. Many companies offer personalized engraving. So you can have your storm team logo. Or you could just order some cool Skywarn merchandise from around the internet. The example shown here is from zazzle.com

Update: Due to suggestions from the message boards I am adding the following ideas.
Youtube music video playlists involving weather. Like the song bellow.


Some talk has been made about a Video Wall




  

Sunday, May 1, 2016

The perfect rain gauge photo

Ok, we have all been there. Your hands are full. The local news station wants a measurement ASAP. Yet, with the rain. strong winds, umbrella, it can get really hard! On top of that, we all know that being a weather watcher can be costly. So what can you do? I give you a cheap solution with great results!

As you see in the video below, you can get the PVC Pipe from Home Depot as well as the plant sticks. For this scenario, I encourage everyone to "try before you buy."
Simply watch the video. Then create your adaption!

Sunday, April 17, 2016

Baseball Caps and lighting.


Hello Skywarn and weather watchers. Here is a video on my personal experience with baseball caps and lighting. For me getting that accurate rain total is crucial. Also, as we were taught as a Boy Scout, BE PREPARED. That is why I recommend going with an under the brim. With that being said I like two different styles of under the brim. See the video for more information.