Trading wrenches for binoculars, Guy Martin embraces the great outdoors in the second episode of Guy Martin: Proper Jobs. This time, he’s ditching the grease and grime of the garage to become a wildlife warden on the Calf of Man, a remote island nature reserve nestled in the Irish Sea, just off the coast of the Isle of Man. Forget the roar of engines; this week’s soundtrack will be the calls of seabirds and the bleating of seals.
In this episode, airing Sunday, January 26, 2025, at 8:00 PM on U, Martin will swap his usual toolkit for a more unconventional set of implements: birdwatching guides, rat traps, and, oddly enough, a very large garbage bag. The beach cleaning is crucial, as it turns out, for the well-being of pregnant seals. But it’s not just about keeping the beaches pristine. Martin also gets up close and personal with a bird once believed extinct. He’ll live like the island’s four permanent residents, holed up in an abandoned lighthouse, fueled by ration packs, and fully immersed in off-grid living.
This unique experience offers Martin a chance for quiet reflection, a rare commodity in his usually fast-paced life. He’ll find that being a wildlife warden isn’t just about observing animals; it’s about understanding the delicate balance of nature and the importance of conservation. And, because it’s Guy Martin, there’s always time for a bit of tinkering; he even manages to fix the island’s only tractor. Will this experience change his perspective? Find out this Sunday.