Gamber Cove Campground

05/06/2026

From Ron and Donna Casper:

Hello Camping Friends!!
Wes has agreed to let Ron and I be the last stop at the Camper Hop on Sat. After we're all done hopping, Ron and I would like to invite everyone to stick around for Chili Dogs and a fire. We will supply the hot dogs, buns, chili and toppings. If you'd like to bring a dish to share, please do. It's also Ben's birthday (on Friday), so why not celebrate with him! He's agreed to let me share this, however this is not a birthday party. Oh, I almost forgot, there may be adult "treats" as well. Our son Sean will be there to tend the fire and I promise he won't disappoint!

I want to be sure to get enough food, so please comment below if you plan to stay for all the F words Food, Fire, Fun!!

05/04/2026

Congratulations to the winners of the Crystal Lakes Bass tournament. First place went to Jim Hagedorn with a 3.19lb. bass. Second place went to Travis O'Reilly with a 2.71 lb. bass and third place went to Hunter Phillips with a 1.84 lb. bass.
Congratulations to all the winners!

05/01/2026

Roy was busy all week making improvements to the Clubhouse. He installed new cabinets, counter tops and a sink. A new refrigerator for Potlucks and a new tankless hot water heater. Finally a new and larger vanity in the bathroom.

04/29/2026

Attention Campground Members:

Dusty from Pristine Portables will be at Gamber Cove Campground this weekend. If you require RV sewage pumping, please contact Dusty at 309-883-2872. The fee for this service is $60.00.

Make sure to reach out to Dusty to schedule your service and discuss payment arrangements.

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04/27/2026

Attention Campground Members:
I am seeking donations for our Cinco de Mayo celebration this Saturday, May 2nd, at 6 PM at Deer Lake. I will be providing the taco meat, salsa, and dessert.

I would appreciate contributions of the following items:

Shredded lettuce-Jason and Julie

Tomatoes-Brendan and Chelsea

Shredded cheese-Allison and Sandy

Taco shells-Elise

Flour tortillas-Misty

Tortilla chips-Elise

Guacamole-Angela and Donna

Onion- Matt

Sour Cream- Jackie

Spanish Rice-Angela

Steak Fajitas-Lisa

Or your favorite Mexican dish to share

Thank you!
Jennifer Gamber

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04/26/2026

From Ron and Donna Casper:

First, I want to thank EVERYONE who came to help Ron, Brittany and Wesley yesterday. Special thanks to Matt, Brittany & Blake Bogguess and Garret who were right there to help!

UPDATE:

Wesley's arm is broken. He has a temporary cast until he sees a pediatric orthopedic. He will most likely require surgery.

Brittany's is more serious. She has a Tibia Plateau Fracture. Basically the bone in her knee to her shin. She had her first surgery this morning. She has a rod from her hip to foot to stabilize her leg and help to reduce swelling. She will need additional surgery in the near future.

Again, thank you to everyone who was there and all of you that have reached out! Not enough words to express our appreciation. We love our Gamber Cove Family.

04/17/2026

There is still openings for our Crystal Lakes Bass tournament on May 3rd. Please reach out if you are interested. Thank you.

04/14/2026

Attention Campground Members:
Here are the guidelines for building your boat for the upcoming regatta on July 18th, allowing you to start your construction process. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Eric Nelson.

📦 Campground Cardboard Boat Regatta:
Official Rules📦
Build it, race it, try to stay afloat!

I. Construction Materials
To keep the playing field level and the water clean, only the following materials are permitted:
The Hull: Corrugated cardboard only. High-density appliance boxes (refrigerators, washers) are recommended.
Adhesive: Duct tape may be used on seams and joints only. Tape on SEAMS ONLY. No "mummifying" the hull.
NO WATERPROOFING: The use of paint, varnish, wax, tar, "Flex Seal," or plastic wrapping is strictly prohibited. Zero tolerance for Flex-Seal, wood, or foam. The cardboard must be raw and exposed to the elements. No paint below the water line!
No "Illegal" Reinforcements: No wood, metal, plastic, Styrofoam, or fiberglass. No staples, nails, or screws.
$20 registration fee for all boats. This puts up to 2 people in your boat. $10 per person for any additional paddlers (No limit except boat size). All proceeds will be donated to the Campground Activities Fund.

II. Design & Safety
Visibility: The passenger area must be open. No "enclosed" cabins that could trap a person if the boat capsizes.
Propulsion: Boats must be moved by human power using arms or paddles. Regular paddles are allowed.
PFDs Required: Every person on a boat must wear a Coast-Guard approved Life Jacket (PFD) at all times while in the water.
Shoes: We recommend wearing water shoes to protect your feet from the lake/pond floor.

III. The Main Categories & Awards
🏆 The Speed Demon: The first boat to cross the finish line (or the one that makes it the furthest before sinking).
🏆 The Showstopper: Best costume and boat theme. We want to see creativity!
🏆 The Titanic Award: The most dramatic, spectacular, and hilarious sinking caught on camera.

IV. Race Day Logistics
Check-In: All boats must be presented at the Registration Table at least 30 minutes before the race for a "Material Inspection."
The Launch: One team member is recommended to stay on shore to help push off.
Clean-Up: Requirement: Once your boat sinks or finishes the race, the team is responsible for hauling all soggy cardboard out of the water and straight to the designated dumpster. Leave no trace!

Pro-Tip for Campers:
Since no waterproofing is allowed, your boat is on a "ticking clock" the moment it touches the water. Build with multiple layers of cardboard to slow down the saturation process! Maximum thickness of 1.5 inches on your layers!

Build your boat early so it’s ready on race day (July 18) 2 weeks after the July 4 festivities!

04/08/2026

Attention Campground Members

This is a friendly reminder that your Gamber Cove membership dues were due on April 1st. As indicated on your invoice, please add a reinstatement fee of $50.00 to the total amount.

Thank you,
Roy and Jennifer Gamber

04/08/2026

Attention Campground members:

We are pleased to inform you that we have replaced our old dumpster with a new one to help reduce costs. The new dumpster can be found 65 yards south of the previous location.

Constructed by Roy, this dumpster is designated for **bagged garbage only**. However, we have noticed that some individuals continue to dispose of furniture, building supplies, and other large items. To address this issue, we have installed a camera to monitor the proper use of the dumpster. Please be aware that failure to comply may result in the loss of your membership.

For your convenience, the Knox County landfill is open on Saturdays and is located just **9 miles away**. We kindly ask that you respect these rules and regulations.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Roy and Jennifer Gamber

04/02/2026

Attention Campground members:
We regret to inform you that last night, the overflow on the Southeast Lake has failed, resulting in the lake draining. We are currently working to repair the issue, and once complete, we will restock the lake. Please be aware of the situation. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out. Thank you.

03/20/2026

If you have any of these items that you are willing to donate please leave in storage container by the Aframe house garage. I will take to Eric on Monday..
Thank you so much!

We are sharing this post from Eric:

My niece Bailey lived in Bartonville and her rental house just burnt. The kids lost their puppy dog. She’s meeting with the Red Cross this morning. They had no insurance. 

Hazelee is a size 9-10 in pants & medium kids shirt. Presley is a size 7-8 in pants & small tshirts. Bailey is in M-L shirts and large in pants (10-12 jeans). Zach is is Medium shirt and M pants, 30-30 jeans

Really appreciate the support.