How Do You Become A Lighthouse Keeper?
Since the dawn of history, lighthouses have guided ships at sea. Lighthouse keeping around the world was often a family affair. Generations felt the call to be lighthouse keepers to keep the light bright to help preserve the safety of those at sea. Step 1 Understand that being a lighthouse keeper as a full-time career is almost a thing of the past. There are few remaining lighthouses in the world that employ full-time keepers. In the United States, Boston Harbor Light Station is the only remaining one to have an official keeper. The U.S. Coast Guard can help provide information about remaining lighthouse careers, but they do not use volunteer services. Step 2 Check with the National Park Service. Various states do permit volunteers to staff their lighthouses. Many lighthouses were turned over by the Coast Guard to the local or historical preservation society. Everyday management and maintenance is provided by volunteers. Step 3 Contact the U.S. Lighthouse Society. They say that many no
