Imagine trading your daily grind for a summer gig as a lighthouse keeper on the windswept shores of Lake Huron—sounds like a dream for anyone craving adventure, right? The Michigan History Center is calling for teams of four to man the Tawas Point Lighthouse in Tawas Point State Park from May through October 2026. You’ll lead tours for history buffs, keep the iconic 1876 tower and grounds pristine, and bunk in modern digs with all the comforts (think hot showers and Wi-Fi, not some pioneer hardship). Applications close February 28, so if you’re handy with a paintbrush and love spinning yarns about maritime lore, this could be your ticket to 186 days of paid stewardship overlooking one of Michigan’s Great Lakes gems.
But here’s where it gets intriguing for the 2A community: Tawas Point State Park sits in the heart of Michigan’s outdoor paradise, a stone’s throw from prime hunting grounds, fishing spots, and vast public lands where concealed carry is not just legal but a practical necessity. Michigan’s parks welcome responsible armed citizens under state law (MCL 324.504), meaning you and your team could be packing heat while patrolling foggy beaches or maintaining trails—perfect for deterring wildlife encounters with black bears or the occasional two-legged varmint. This isn’t some urban desk job; it’s frontline stewardship in bear country and remote wilderness, underscoring why self-reliance and Second Amendment rights shine brightest far from city lights. Picture educating visitors on lighthouse history by day, then honing marksmanship skills at nearby ranges by evening—talk about living the pro-2A ethos.
The implications? In an era of escalating backcountry risks—from aggressive fauna to opportunistic crime—this role spotlights how everyday patriots can blend heritage preservation with personal defense. It’s a subtle win for gun owners: state-sanctioned positions in nature’s playground that normalize armed responsibility. Apply now, rally your squad, and turn a historic beacon into your personal liberty outpost. Who knows—your stories from the tower might just inspire the next wave of 2A advocates to claim their slice of American freedom.
