Experience from stonework can also be of use. Experience with electrical work can be useful. Handy and strong persons to help out with building, landscaping and more are generally welcome. WE ALSO WELCOME VOLUNTEERS WITH EXPERIENCE IN FOOD MAKING OR HOSPITALITY. RIGHT NOW WE NEED STRONG ARMS TO HELP WITH SOME CARRYING AND MOVING OF THINGS. We recommend that you don't bring important projects with deadlines on the top of the volunteer work. Also, be prepared that it demands a certain amount of energy to get used to life and routines here. The boat transport of goods and food adds to this. Life here takes more time to live than in an ordinary society particularly because many things have to be done the old fashion manual way. And even today weather, season and tides needs to be coordinated with many activities at the lighthouse island. Coastal history & culture going hundreds of years back. Some keywords the sea, the changing weather, the constant change of light through long summer nights and short winter days, various fish types, always fresh sea weed, wood collection, wood burning all winter through, Northern lights, midnight sun - and all the shades of light in between. To keep the spaces clean.Įlena & Frode are the only the only Norwegians and fellow volunteers normally come from all around the world. We are the only persons living on the island, so we have quite a lot of space, but as we are sharing a limited house space, you'll learn to be considerate. We have our own boat, handled by Elena or Frode, who go out at sea in most weather, but prefer to avoid the real storm. We need to go to the mainland to do our shopping and get rid of our garbage, even if we compost & recycle as much as possible. We have some water flush toilets and some dry toilets. It’s a ripping read, whether you’re a fan of lighthouses, or are yet to discover their charms.Volunteers staying here will first of all learn how it is to be living off grid as we are producing our own energy and collecting rainwater. While you will be required to work all night shifts, you will have the opportunity to read for pleasure while working the light - just one line at a time.Īs you may have noticed, we got just a little overexcited by our ‘Outing’ feature on lighthouses in our March issue. Plenty of time off during daylight hours. In return, we can offer a fabulous coastal location, excellent views and plenty of opportunity for self-improvement (with the emphasis on ‘self’). It’s probably best if you don’t have too much life experience you’ll only miss it.Īpplicants who self-isolated for long periods during lockdown are encouraged to apply. Must be capable of working independently.Īn enjoyment of one’s own company would be an advantage.Īn appreciation of seagulls would be an advantage. Must be able to confidently change a lightbulb. Resourcefulness (particularly with reference to food preparation as deliveries can be sparse).Įxperience of exterior decorating (on a large scale) would be helpful. Top notch organisational skills and a tidy mind. High level of fitness (the commute involves a lot of stairs). Fancy a career change and something a little different? Apply within…ĭo you have what it takes to keep Simple Things Lighthouse ship hape and Bristol fashion and ensure all ships pass safely around the rocks beneath? If think you fit the person spec below, drop us a line via seagull.
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