Restoration work at Rock of Ages Lighthouse is completed primarily by volunteers. This work includes carpentry, painting, cleaning, and more. Many volunteers have specialized restoration or boating skills, but these are not required to be a volunteer. Volunteers must commit to at least 1 week of work and provide their own food and transportation to Windigo/Ozaagaatang Ranger Station.
Thank you for your interest in volunteering! Please read the Volunteer Handbook for updates before applying. Volunteers are expected bring their own food and cover the cost of their own transportation to the Ozaagaatang/Windigo Ranger Station on Isle Royale. Please keep in mind that we typically receive more applications than available spots, so we are not able to accept all qualified volunteers. If you are accepted you must be a current member (or renew membership/become a member) of Rock of Ages Lighthouse Preservation Society before confirming your space.
All volunteers are required to read the Volunteer Handbook before applying.
We have three general types of volunteers involved in summer restoration work.