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Want to volunteer at the Rock of Ages Lighthouse?

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Have you ever wanted to visit an incredible part of Isle Royale history? Well, the Rock of Ages Lighthouse awaits. The Rock of Ages Lighthouse Preservation Society (RoALPS) is searching for volunteers to take part in restoration work for 2022. Volunteers get to experience a part of Isle Royale that very few people ever have, working and living at the lighthouse.

The Rock of Ages LPS is offering three different types of volunteer opportunities during the summer 2022 lighthouse restoration season in July and August. Each of these positions will contribute in different ways to our mission of restoring Rock of Ages Lighthouse in Isle Royale National Park.

What kind of volunteers are needed?
  • Boat Drivers
  • The Boat Drivers will provide transportation for Rock of Ages Lighthouse Preservation Society volunteers and supplies between Windigo Ranger Station, Barnum Island, and Rock of Ages Lighthouse during the summer using the ROALPS work boat, the Rock Hopper. This position is for volunteers with significant experience operating motor boats on Isle Royale or similar areas. Commitment is 3-7 weeks. View the position description. Application available February 1-25 at on the website.

  • Crew Leaders
  • The Lighthouse Restoration Crew Leaders will oversee and work alongside a small crew of 3-4 lighthouse restoration volunteers as they conduct restoration projects at Rock of Ages Lighthouse. This position is for returning volunteers who want to step up and help the organization in a leadership role. Commitment is 1 or more weeks. View the position description. Application available February 1-25 on the website.

  • Crew Members
  • The Lighthouse Restoration Crew Members will work with a small crew of 2-3 other Lighthouse Restoration Volunteers and 1 Crew Leader completing restoration projects at Rock of Ages Lighthouse. Commitment is 1 week. View the position description. Application will be available (released via email) to current Rock of Ages LPS members (anyone who has donated $25 or more in the last 12 months) from March 1-15. Then the application will be released to the public (if positions remain) from March 15-31 on the website.
Are you interested in one of these positions? If so, review the position descriptions and 2022 Volunteer Handbook, and then apply online at: https://rockofageslps.org/support-us/volunteer/

Want to see some amazing pics of volunteers at work to know what you'll be experiencing? Then check out the RoALPS Facebook page!

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