From Keepers Daily Records
The following are chosen excerpts from the Keepers’ Daily Log. Read these to get an idea of what the keepers experience when giving their time during their stay at the Mission Point Lighthouse. If you find this enlightening and charming, you may be a perfect keeper for us too!
I'm from OH and my friend is from CA, we had a very busy day with 288 people paid for the tour to the top! We enjoyed beautiful weather and some free local ice cream! August 2022
This was a "bucket list" experience as first time keepers at this beautiful historic building. We enjoyed meeting visitors from around the world who appreciate that lighthouses are valued and preserved. Three sisters that LOVED the experience. June 2022
What a unique, fun experience to stay in the lighthouse! We are mother & daughter team and have enjoyed all that the peninsula has to offer. Loved walking the beach. Met visitors from all over the U.S. and international guests too. June 2022
We are RVers who live in our own 160sq ft spaces, so we are already loving the lighthouse accommodations. My friend is from Tennessee and I'm from Texas. We had the best night sleep on comfy beds. We cycled on the trails here and paddled on calm water. June 2022
Had a wonderful time relaxing and looking at the beautiful Michigan landscape. The peace and quiet was wonderful! Keeper from Charleston WV April 2022
Got a peek at the northern lights show that appeared in the wee hours. Such a treat! It was a thoroughly enjoyable experience from start to finish! Nov. 2021
Busy full wonderful day. Steady stream of people visiting then after closing shop, off to Chateau Chantal for wine, jazz and art. Meteor shower - beautiful sky tonight! August 2021
Glad to be here and not missing the hot, humid weather of home in North Carolina. August 2021
Cheers to another amazing lighthouse adventure! Always love our time: working, walking, wining :)
July 2021
We hiked and biked . . . the sunsets were glorious and sound of the waves very peaceful. We enjoyed meeting all the visitors! May 2021
Great place to unwind and treasure the outdoors. May 2021
We were pleasantly surprised by the comfy accommodations. Watched a lightning storm from in the tower. On our day off we visited Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes. May 2021
Weather was sunny in the 60s to wet in the 40s. We enjoyed some hiking and the peacefulness and charm of the lighthouse. Can't wait to do this again! April 2021
Enjoyed perfect September weather, lot of people in the park. We grilled out some burgers and brats - enjoyed a starry night on the lighthouse lawn. Sept. 2020
Highlight for me was viewing the sunset each evening at around 9:30 from the lighthouse tower! Each day was more beautiful than the last. July 2020
We are new keepers, two teachers from NC! How cool it is to live in a lighthouse for a week! July 2020
Thoroughly enjoyed our time as lighthouse keepers! Really enjoyed running and walking the hiking trails -- Beautiful! Sept. 2020
Love staying here are the lighthouse and hearing the waves lapping the beach at night. This week we met visitors from: Italy, England, Canada, Germany, India, France, Columbia, Australia and South Africa! Sept. 2019
The morning sunrise and evening sunsets are SO gorgeous! Love the beauty of this area. July 2019
Today we got to see 10 baby wood ducks fall from their tree nest and walk to the water where momma duck was waiting for them! It was the cutest thing I've ever seen and I'll never forget it! July 2019
Big storm at 3am, we went up to the tower to watch it and saw a freighter come into the bay to wait it out.
A kiteboard washed up on the beach here but it had a tracking device and the owner claimed it. Sept. 2018
For our week as keepers we had visitors from 43 states and 14 countries, we spent the evenings visiting wineries and enjoying the wine, guitar and jazz music. Sunsets here are just priceless! July 2018
Weather was cool in the evening but we got in some bike riding to the General Store and beyond. June 2018
Met lots of happy visitors today from all over the US, Canada, Israel, Italy, UK and more foreign countries. June 2018
Cool breeze in anticipation of the new day, God is so good to create the beauty around us. Enjoyed immeasurably the wonderful people that were on holiday and wanted to tour the lighthouse. May 2018
There were 327 visitors today that signed the guest book, lots of smiling children and it was our first Saturday open. May 2018
Great weather, lots of visitors, beautiful scenery. Had a great time! Sept. 2017
As soon as we arrived, we were immediately immersed into the goings on of so many wonderful tourists from all over the world . . . if we lived closer, we would come more often and be regular volunteers. Beautiful area with wineries, homes and cottages, but the lighthouse at the lake is the best! July 2017
Today was clear and a rare event on the horizon; Fata Morgana Mirage! It looks like Arizona with the high mesas. At times it changes and look like a bridge. This phenomenon used to drive sailors crazy! June 2017
Today the weather was warmer than the forecast. Had visitors from Switzerland, France, UK, Columbia, Mexico and for the first time, CUBA! June 2017
We had a great weekend, enjoyed locally made ice cream. We had friends over for a cookout and watched fireworks from across the water. July 4th 2016
The day got hotter and fairly busy in the gift shop – had dinner at Mission Table, fabulous! July 2016
Summing up the week: had 2381 lighthouse visitors, we visited 7 wineries, 3 breweries and 4 restaurants. Watched the sunset each evening (beautiful!) and saw the space station fly by 2 evenings! Got on the water with kayak and paddle board, saw a wedding and many celebrating anniversaries. Mother/daughter team and we still like each other! This area of the country is beautiful! July 2016
On our day off, we visited Leelanau Peninsula. We agreed Old Mission Peninsula is our favorite. Better wine, more class, love the views . . . love this place. May 2016
Our stay has been a restful and energizing experience - we hope to return next year! May 2016
Today 186 visitors and we enjoyed lively conversations with people from Australia, California, Ohio and more . . . such laughter sharing stories! May 2016
End of day, we visited Hawthorne Vineyards for our complimentary wine tasting. Beautiful building with spectacular views of both bays! May 2016
This is our 5th year in a row we have been keepers at Mission Point. The place looks fabulous and the new simple register system for the gift shop is wonderful. May 2016
Drove to Traverse City for dinner and stopped at wineries on the way back – the Keeper VIP tag works! Enjoyed FREE wine tasting and more! April 2016
Ellen relieved us at the store so we could go to mass at St. Joseph’s. Homily was about finding peace in the world that seems against it. This beautiful peninsula is certainly a good place to find peace. April 2016
Cooler temperatures and light snow did not keep visitors away. We saw a bald eagle fly over the lighthouse at 10:30am today. Nov. 2015
Typical Michigan day. Gale winds and beautiful skies. Always love volunteering here. Will be back. Nov. 2015
Fifty visitors today from, CA, OR, IL, OH, MN and TX. Love being here this time of year, you can actually visit. Met couple on “healing” trip, lost their daughter two weeks ago. Oct. 2015
Today visitors came in large family groups. Many kids on the beach and picnics near the lighthouse. Aug. 2015
After closing the shop for the day, visited Brys Winery open until 7, Hawthorne Winery open until 8 and Bonobo Winery open until 9 with music and watched the sunset on the deck! Aug. 2015
I’m always amazed how many people from other countries. Just this week: England, Poland, Germany, Switzerland, Lithuania, Canada, Mexico, Ireland, Australia, Japan, France and Netherlands! Aug. 2015
Third wedding on the beach in two days. Fun! Aug. 2015
This was a "bucket list" experience as first time keepers at this beautiful historic building. We enjoyed meeting visitors from around the world who appreciate that lighthouses are valued and preserved. Three sisters that LOVED the experience. June 2022
What a unique, fun experience to stay in the lighthouse! We are mother & daughter team and have enjoyed all that the peninsula has to offer. Loved walking the beach. Met visitors from all over the U.S. and international guests too. June 2022
We are RVers who live in our own 160sq ft spaces, so we are already loving the lighthouse accommodations. My friend is from Tennessee and I'm from Texas. We had the best night sleep on comfy beds. We cycled on the trails here and paddled on calm water. June 2022
Had a wonderful time relaxing and looking at the beautiful Michigan landscape. The peace and quiet was wonderful! Keeper from Charleston WV April 2022
Got a peek at the northern lights show that appeared in the wee hours. Such a treat! It was a thoroughly enjoyable experience from start to finish! Nov. 2021
Busy full wonderful day. Steady stream of people visiting then after closing shop, off to Chateau Chantal for wine, jazz and art. Meteor shower - beautiful sky tonight! August 2021
Glad to be here and not missing the hot, humid weather of home in North Carolina. August 2021
Cheers to another amazing lighthouse adventure! Always love our time: working, walking, wining :)
July 2021
We hiked and biked . . . the sunsets were glorious and sound of the waves very peaceful. We enjoyed meeting all the visitors! May 2021
Great place to unwind and treasure the outdoors. May 2021
We were pleasantly surprised by the comfy accommodations. Watched a lightning storm from in the tower. On our day off we visited Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes. May 2021
Weather was sunny in the 60s to wet in the 40s. We enjoyed some hiking and the peacefulness and charm of the lighthouse. Can't wait to do this again! April 2021
Enjoyed perfect September weather, lot of people in the park. We grilled out some burgers and brats - enjoyed a starry night on the lighthouse lawn. Sept. 2020
Highlight for me was viewing the sunset each evening at around 9:30 from the lighthouse tower! Each day was more beautiful than the last. July 2020
We are new keepers, two teachers from NC! How cool it is to live in a lighthouse for a week! July 2020
Thoroughly enjoyed our time as lighthouse keepers! Really enjoyed running and walking the hiking trails -- Beautiful! Sept. 2020
Love staying here are the lighthouse and hearing the waves lapping the beach at night. This week we met visitors from: Italy, England, Canada, Germany, India, France, Columbia, Australia and South Africa! Sept. 2019
The morning sunrise and evening sunsets are SO gorgeous! Love the beauty of this area. July 2019
Today we got to see 10 baby wood ducks fall from their tree nest and walk to the water where momma duck was waiting for them! It was the cutest thing I've ever seen and I'll never forget it! July 2019
Big storm at 3am, we went up to the tower to watch it and saw a freighter come into the bay to wait it out.
A kiteboard washed up on the beach here but it had a tracking device and the owner claimed it. Sept. 2018
For our week as keepers we had visitors from 43 states and 14 countries, we spent the evenings visiting wineries and enjoying the wine, guitar and jazz music. Sunsets here are just priceless! July 2018
Weather was cool in the evening but we got in some bike riding to the General Store and beyond. June 2018
Met lots of happy visitors today from all over the US, Canada, Israel, Italy, UK and more foreign countries. June 2018
Cool breeze in anticipation of the new day, God is so good to create the beauty around us. Enjoyed immeasurably the wonderful people that were on holiday and wanted to tour the lighthouse. May 2018
There were 327 visitors today that signed the guest book, lots of smiling children and it was our first Saturday open. May 2018
Great weather, lots of visitors, beautiful scenery. Had a great time! Sept. 2017
As soon as we arrived, we were immediately immersed into the goings on of so many wonderful tourists from all over the world . . . if we lived closer, we would come more often and be regular volunteers. Beautiful area with wineries, homes and cottages, but the lighthouse at the lake is the best! July 2017
Today was clear and a rare event on the horizon; Fata Morgana Mirage! It looks like Arizona with the high mesas. At times it changes and look like a bridge. This phenomenon used to drive sailors crazy! June 2017
Today the weather was warmer than the forecast. Had visitors from Switzerland, France, UK, Columbia, Mexico and for the first time, CUBA! June 2017
We had a great weekend, enjoyed locally made ice cream. We had friends over for a cookout and watched fireworks from across the water. July 4th 2016
The day got hotter and fairly busy in the gift shop – had dinner at Mission Table, fabulous! July 2016
Summing up the week: had 2381 lighthouse visitors, we visited 7 wineries, 3 breweries and 4 restaurants. Watched the sunset each evening (beautiful!) and saw the space station fly by 2 evenings! Got on the water with kayak and paddle board, saw a wedding and many celebrating anniversaries. Mother/daughter team and we still like each other! This area of the country is beautiful! July 2016
On our day off, we visited Leelanau Peninsula. We agreed Old Mission Peninsula is our favorite. Better wine, more class, love the views . . . love this place. May 2016
Our stay has been a restful and energizing experience - we hope to return next year! May 2016
Today 186 visitors and we enjoyed lively conversations with people from Australia, California, Ohio and more . . . such laughter sharing stories! May 2016
End of day, we visited Hawthorne Vineyards for our complimentary wine tasting. Beautiful building with spectacular views of both bays! May 2016
This is our 5th year in a row we have been keepers at Mission Point. The place looks fabulous and the new simple register system for the gift shop is wonderful. May 2016
Drove to Traverse City for dinner and stopped at wineries on the way back – the Keeper VIP tag works! Enjoyed FREE wine tasting and more! April 2016
Ellen relieved us at the store so we could go to mass at St. Joseph’s. Homily was about finding peace in the world that seems against it. This beautiful peninsula is certainly a good place to find peace. April 2016
Cooler temperatures and light snow did not keep visitors away. We saw a bald eagle fly over the lighthouse at 10:30am today. Nov. 2015
Typical Michigan day. Gale winds and beautiful skies. Always love volunteering here. Will be back. Nov. 2015
Fifty visitors today from, CA, OR, IL, OH, MN and TX. Love being here this time of year, you can actually visit. Met couple on “healing” trip, lost their daughter two weeks ago. Oct. 2015
Today visitors came in large family groups. Many kids on the beach and picnics near the lighthouse. Aug. 2015
After closing the shop for the day, visited Brys Winery open until 7, Hawthorne Winery open until 8 and Bonobo Winery open until 9 with music and watched the sunset on the deck! Aug. 2015
I’m always amazed how many people from other countries. Just this week: England, Poland, Germany, Switzerland, Lithuania, Canada, Mexico, Ireland, Australia, Japan, France and Netherlands! Aug. 2015
Third wedding on the beach in two days. Fun! Aug. 2015
Keepers have time for fun :)
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