Maintaining a lighthouse is a never-ending task. The keepers of old were nicknamed "wickies" because of all of the time they spent trimming the wicks of the oil lamp so to keep the light strong and bright. While the old oil lamps are now history, the work of the lighthouse remains constant.
There is need for all sorts of volunteers amongst the East Brother Light Station "Wickies" of today. The tasks include everything from cleaning windows to diesel mechanics. Painting, gardening, carpentry, inventorying; whatever your skills or energy level, there's a place for you. Workdays are usually the second Saturday of the month, weather permitting.
When you register, please use your real name, a valid e-mail address, and a phone number, so that we can notify you when work parties are to be held. (Registrations without these details will be immediately deleted.)
Volunteer administrator:
Mikael Blaisdell
Email: mikael (at) mblaisdell dot com
Phone: 510.865.4515
Upcoming Events
May 10th 2008 Wickie Workday May 10, 2008 ( 08:45 - 16:00 )
We'll meet at the Pt. San Pablo Yacht Harbor at 0845 Saturday morning, and return by 4 PM in the afternoon. We've got a lot to do -- regular maintenance and some special stuff -- so please join us. You must RSVP so that we'll know how many to expect for Elan & Katy's gourmet lunch, so be sure to sign up below or click on the link in the e-mail if you're already on the Wickie list. Signup for this event
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