It is therefore necessary to charge fees for the use of the island in order to help defray these ongoing expenses. All electricity for the houses is generated by diesel generators. There is a limited amount of energy available. Phone service is by college phones available at the island. The water supply for the houses on the island is an electric desalinator.
Sea water has to be pumped to a reservoir and then fresh water is produced at a limited rate.
Transportation to Race Rocks is by Pearson College boats. Docking privileges may be extended to other boats only at the discretion of the Island Guardian. It must be understood that transportation is entirely weather dependent. High winds can make the island totally inaccessible at times so users should allow some flexibility in their timetable. The station boat is available for emergencies, and the use of the the Island Guardians.