Illinois District Turners

2023 Camp Bulletin Week 9

 

For a Downloadable Pdf of this bulletin Click Here


 CAMP COMMITTEE – Hello from the Camp Committee who are up North at the Turnfest.  

RESTARUANT -Don't miss Laurie VanDahm's Friday Fish Fry special Pulled Pork Tenderloin.  On Saturday we have the regular grill.  Next week is Pam Lau's Sauerbraten w/mashed potatoes special.  It's the real deal she's been serving for years.  Tom Webb is serving up bacon cheeseburgers after the Final Show.  Lots of good eats yet to come!

This week's spotlight is on Randy Gunderson.  In three (maybe four) short year's he's worked his way up from apprentice Fry man to journeyman Fry man.  His FFFWA (Friday Fish Fry Workers of Algonquin) union steward Timmy Zbinden says he's one of the fastest learners he's ever seen.  Randy is married to Karin Gunderson who's been one of our Candy Store coordinators for years with Donna Sawicki.  Randy is a big a huge Dead & Company fan and just recently took a night off (thank Bobby Collins for filling in!) to head to San Francisco for a bunch of shows.  Randy is coincidentally a big fan of the local dispensaries.  Jerry Garcia's fans don't fall far from the tree!  Thanks Randy!

HELLO FROM THE BAR  We are excited for this summer’s entertainment! Below is the lineup:
Friday, August 4 - Elvis 8:00p - 11:00p
All other Saturday nights - DJ Sandy!
Looking forward to a great summer at the Rath’s!

ART STUDIO –  Closed on July 22nd and 29th.

YOUTH - 2 MORE WEEKS!!  The 2 last weeks of Camp have approached and even though it is sad to think about the end, the amount of memories this summer has brought are too many to count!! Racquet Sports were a success as the Campers learned how to play Tennis and Pickleball, learning how to serve, keep score, and rally!! Bring A Parent to Program Day on Friday was such a huge success, Staff want to once again thank all the parents who came out to experience life in Program again and hangout with the kids!! As we are in the midst of Turnfest Week please be mindful of Staffs few numbers due to some of Staff competing at Turnfest this week! Take a moment to thank any Staff members you see walking by, they have donated so much time and worked many many hours to make this Summer as good as it has been!! Thank you ITC once again for all your support!!



STAFF APPRECIATION DINNER IS ON TUESDAY, 8/1 @ 5 PM AT THE RATHS!! Come on down and show your support for Staff for all they have done this Summer!!

Campers Of The Week: Luciana Bialk & Robert-Alan Collins

Swimmers of the Week:
Tiny Tots: Mikey Mahon
Beginners: Zoey Vinson
Advanced Beginners: Nora Oatey
Intermediates: Cora Cunningham
Swimmers: Griffin Oatey
Advanced Swimmers: Leighann Schreiber
Water Safety: Lia Ganatos

IMPORTANT DATES:

TURNFEST - 7/25-7/30
STAFF APPRECIATION DINNER - 8/1 @ 5 PM
FAREWELL AWARDS - 8/4
FINAL SHOW - 8/5

ITC ONLINE STORE is here!  T-shirts, tank tops, sweatshirts, hats, towels, and more!  $5 from every item purchased goes directly to ITC Youth!  Orders must be completed by midnight on August 13, 2023 with a tentative pick up over Labor Day weekend at camp.  Go to https://waistupstores.com/illinois_turner_camp/shop/home or scan the QR code to place your order today!  Thank you!  Ashley



PENNY SOCIAL – Thank you for all the amazing donations and what a wonderful turn out as always!  We made a profit of $1577.00 for the evening.  50% of the profits will go to the Pool Memorial Fund and the other 50% goes to pool maintenance. Until next year!  Sincerely, The Penny Social Team!!!

LADIES AUXILIARY CARD PARTY - Thanks to all for your generous support with donations and attendance at the Annual Ladies Auxiliary Card Party.  The profit is $1,806.  Our next project will be the painting of the porch floor. The Ladies House is available for rental at $50.  We also have Turner Camp Logos for sale at 2 for $5.

TURNER WOMEN ANNUAL LUNCHEON - Save the date!  Tuesday, August 8th is the annual luncheon for all Turner women. We need appetizers, salads, deserts, drinks and paper products.  Watch this bulletin and the Turner Camp page on Facebook for more details.  It’s always a fun time so you don’t want to miss it.  See you there!  Lyn

TUNA TOURNEMENT DATE – PLEASE NOTE YOUR CALENDARS - Saturday October 7th, with the Barenhole open that Friday the 6th as well.  More details to follow.  Thanks, Scott Dussman

WEEKLY BULLETIN –  If you have something to post in the bulletin, make sure to email it to  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. no later than Wednesday . If you would like the bulletin to be emailed to you go www.illinoisturners.org and sign up.  

PLEASE MAKE SURE I HAVE THE CORRECT TIME/DATE.  I CAN’T COPY AND PASTE OFF OF A FLYERS OR A PDF.  IT NEEDS TO BE WRITTEN IN A FORMAT TO CUT AND PASTE.  If you have any questions, please text or call me 847-361-3367. Thank you, Chris

 


 

 

2023 Camp Bulletin Week 8

 

For a Downloadable Pdf of this bulletin Click Here


CAMP COMMITTEE - we are rapidly moving through our Turner Camp Youth program with only a few weeks left.  We want to thank all of the volunteers who have participated so far in making this a terrific season, not only for the Youth and Tiny Tots but for Camp as a whole.  But the work is not done - we have the Final Show on 8/5 and it requires many volunteers to set up and tear down the event.  We will be setting up an on-line volunteer tool that you will be able to log into and submit your information.  If you have children who have been enjoying their time in the program this Summer, this is a great opportunity to help support them and their experiences.  We will communicate the on-line sign-up tool specifics in the next Bulletin.  Please check the bulletin and your Camp Calendar as this weekend brings; Penny Social, 4 Person Volleyball Tournament, Ladies Auxiliary Card Party, New/Existing Cottage Owners Meeting and Baers Birthday Party - a full weekend for certain.  See you around Camp,   Camp Committee

RESTARUANT - The hits just keep on coming!  The Friday Fish Fry special is Kurt Zitta's Goulash (could be Hungarian, who knows?).  On Saturday Tom Webb (the ringer) is bring us his King Ranch Chicken (who was King, and what was on his ranch?).  Next week's Friday Fish fry Special is Laurie VanDahm's Pulled Pork tenderloin.  We appreciate when folks step up and do a special as it makes it eaiser on the Restaurant crew.  If you have something you'd like to share with your fellow campers, let me know! (Scott Lau This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.)
This week's spotlight is on Randy Roe.  He's the 3rd longest serving Fish Fry crew member.  His mom is Val Roe who served on council and was the District Secretary in the early 2000s.  Randy has served on council for years and most recently piloted Aurora Turners through the pandemic.  Which is no small feat!  He's our senior Fry guy and has taught Randy Gunderson (more on him next week) everything he knows.  Thanks Randy!

SATURDAY NIGHT SPECIAL - Bring your cowboy hats and wear your boots. Come have a taste of the southwest this Saturday night. Tom and the crew are serving up a Texas favorite, King Ranch chicken casserole. The king Ranch is the largest ranch in Texas sitting at 825,000 acres. No it is not the four sixes ranch that’s on Yellowstone, that’s Hollywood, although that is a real ranch and is very large also. Come on, it’s Texas!! King Ranch chicken is one of the fixings they serve up to their hundreds of cowboys to help them keep raglan those cattle and they love it. So come on down to the Rathskeller ranch and get your fill y’all!!


 


HELLO FROM THE BAR  We are excited for this summer’s entertainment! Below is the lineup:
Friday, August 4 - Elvis 8:00p - 11:00p
All other Saturday nights - DJ Sandy!
Looking forward to a great summer at the Rath’s!

ART STUDIO –  Closed on July 22nd and 29th.

YOUTH – ONTO THE HOMESTRETCH!!
Thank you all for continued love and support towards our youth Program this summer it has meant the world!! Olympic Week went amazing for the campers, learning how to work in teams, trust each other, and respect every other team, it was amazing to watch these kids grow! Founders Day was a blast and we were so happy to share our Marching number with all of you Turners, it was one of the most heartwarming things to get to be apart of and share a bit of history/tradition with all of you fellow Turners! Campers are continuing to work and play hard together all while not focusing on the end of the season coming closer and closer! We have such a fun couple of weeks left and we know it's going to be great! The 10&O Sleepout was another HUGE success and we would like to thank ALL Scarers who took the time out of their nights to come help scare the kiddos on their walk around camp. THANK YOU!

Campers Of The Week: Declan DeRusha and Liliana Ragowski

Swimmer of the Week:

Tiny Tots - Johnny Creevy
Beg - Michael Creevy
Adv Beg - Drew Gloppe
Intermediates - Esther Jacobs
Swimmers - Carter Gibson
Adv Swimmers - Daelynn Flowers
Water Safety - Kylee Maddox

Upcoming Events:

BRING A PARENT TO PROGRAM DAY - 7/21
TURNFEST - 7/25-7/30
FINAL SHOW - 8/5
The Swim Meet this year went amazing! Thank you to everyone who participated and came to watch. We can't wait for another couple of fun weeks in the Pool, these kids are growing fast and their strokes are improving rapidly!!


PENNY SOCIAL – Friday, July 21 – Last minute donations are welcome.  We will be selling tickets in the Rath’s early this year.  We are looking forward to a GREAT evening!!!  Penny Social Team

VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT -VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT - The 4-person Volleyball Tournament is Saturday, July 22nd. Bring your team to the Sugar Bowl by 8:45 AM and be ready to play ay 9:00 AM.
All are welcome regardless of skill level. The cost is $ 40.00 per team.
If you want to play but don't have a team or a full team, show up Saturday morning.
We will place you on a team or help fill in your team.
If you have any questions, please call Jim Haderlein 773-573-8398.

LADIES CARD PARTY - Saturday, July 22 at 7:30 PM at the Dining Hall.
Door prizes, raffles and cash donations are greatly appreciated. This is our only fundraiser to support the Ladies Club House.  All profits received go towards the Ladies House maintenance:  new roof, new electric, plumbing and windows have been accomplished.  Hope to see you there.  Thank you, Ann

TUNA TOURNEMENT DATE – PLEASE NOTE YOUR CALENDARS - Saturday October 7th, with the Barenhole open that Friday the 6th as well.  More details to follow.  Thanks, Scott Dussman

WEEKLY BULLETIN –  If you have something to post in the bulletin, make sure to email it to  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. no later than Wednesday . If you would like the bulletin to be emailed to you go www.illinoisturners.org and sign up.  

PLEASE MAKE SURE I HAVE THE CORRECT TIME/DATE.  I CAN’T COPY AND PASTE OFF OF A FLYERS OR A PDF.  IT NEEDS TO BE WRITTEN IN A FORMAT TO CUT AND PASTE.  If you have any questions, please text or call me 847-361-3367. Thank you, Chris

 

2023 Camp Bulletin Week 7

 

For a Downloadable Pdf of this bulletin Click Here


 CAMP COMMITTEE - this weekend brings our annual "Thanksgiving in July" dinner followed by LIVE Entertainment on Saturday night.  Sunday is Founders Day (109th Birthday of Camp), followed by the Swim Meet and a Dinner Special at the Raths on Sunday night at 5pm..  Please check your local bulletins for times and places of all these great events.  Everyone is invited to attend all events.  Whether you are a new cottage owner or a more experienced cottage owner - come see something new or relive these fun experiences.   See you around Camp.   Camp Committee

RESTARUANT - once again we have some great meals lined up this week.  Friday night we have smoked pork chops & kraut as the special.  Saturday is Laura Oroni's Turkey dinner with dressing and all the trimmings.  This week's spotlight is on Jim Gerstbrein.  Jim is the second longest serving Fish Fry crew member since the early 2000's.  Jim is married to Jean Gerstbrein, a long-time Turner.  In his free time Jim likes competing in local fest contests.  Last year he won a beer stein hoisting competition.  This year he won the contest at Crusher (yes, the old wrestler Crusher) Fest.  Ask him to see the belt he won.  Thanks Jim for all your years of service in the frying of fish!

HELLO FROM THE BAR  We are excited for this summer’s entertainment! Below is the lineup:
Saturday, July 15 - Anthony Cassano 8:30p - 11:30p
Friday, August 4 - Elvis 8:00p - 11:00p
All other Saturday nights - DJ Sandy!
Looking forward to a great summer at the Rath’s!

ART STUDIO -  
7/15 - Pour painting on canvas - just like last year, super fun and messy! 9AM & 11AM Classes
7/16 - Pour painting on furniture - This year, BYOF (bring your own furniture) I will have some pieces. Also, any old house paint (that is still good) you are not using.  This is a 9AM to 1PM class.


YOUTH – HALFWAY THROUGH THE SEASON!!! Another great week of Program with kids working on their Hockey skills, passing, shooting, stick handling, etc. all the while practicing their acts for Water show. Even though our Campfire got moved to the Dining Hall due to weather on Wednesday we still had a blast and kids were able to treat it like a normal Campfire, just with no fire… We want to once again thank all Turners out there for their support to our Program, it means the world to us Counselors! We can't wait to see what the 2nd half of the season brings!
Water show week was a blast and the show itself went great! The campers put in a ton of hard work coming up with acts and practicing during program and lessons all week. Thank you to everyone who put time into finding costumes for their kids, making things for the show, and helping to set up before the show! We appreciate all of the support for the kids to show off their swimming.
Campers of the Week: Ohene Lartey and Aven Flowers!!
Swimmers of the Week:
Tiny Tots - Gemma Flowers
Beginners - Everette Livingston
Advanced Beginners - Matthew Moore
Intermediates - Daxton Buckley
Swimmers - Maddie Sandine
Advanced Swimmers - Emerson Alexander
Important Notes: The annual Swim Meet is after the Founders’ Day parade on 7/16 at Noon up at the Pool! Sign up is available at the pool, $1 per person!
If there are any Turners out there that would like to help and Scare for the 10&O Sleepout Scare Walk on 7/19 please reach out to Luke Compton (2242587470). The Walk will start at 11 PM and we will be meeting up at the pool at 10:30PM to discuss the route and any stops! We also ask that ALL cottage owners please turn off their Cottage lights so that it gives the extra spooky feeling to our Campers, THANK YOU!
Important Dates:
Founders Day & Swim Meet, 7/16
10&O Sleepout, 7/19
9&U Field Trip, 7/20

FOUNDERS DAY - Sunday, July 16th 10:00 meet at the Front Gate to start the Parade.  We will head up to the A-Field for Announcements, Gymnastics and Tiny Tots, closing statements and photos. Swim Meet starts at 12 noon. COME ONE, COME ALL!!!! Barb Zweifel




Northwest Ladies Auxiliary Luncheon - Tuesday, July 18th, at Noon in the Raths.  Lunch will be $5.00.  There will be a cash bar.  EVERYONE IS WELCOME!  Please join us for appetizers, lunch and dessert.  We are going to have two LRC tables, $.10 and $1.00. Please join us, ladies for a fun afternoon.
Thanks, Maggie DeRusha

PENNY SOCIAL – Friday, July 21 - Now that the holiday is over, we will start taking donations for the Penny Social. This consists of gently used or new items. We also will be taking raffle baskets or items that we can make baskets from.  Liquor or new items for our raffle prizes. Once again, this year, the Penny Social proceeds, will be going to our ITC pool fund. See Barb Litza, Curt Litza, Dave Zweifel, Dave Williams & Chris Mostyn to drop off items. Please don’t just drop things off at the Rathskeller.

VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT - The 4 person Volleyball Tournament is Saturday, July 22nd
Bring your team to the Sugar Bowl by 8:45 AM and be ready to play at 9:00 AM. All are welcome regardless of skill level. The cost is $ 40.00 per team.  If you have any questions or want to play but don't have a team, please call Jim Haderlein at 773-573-8398.

LADIES CARD PARTY - Saturday, July 22 at 7:30 PM at the Dining Hall.
Door prizes, raffles and cash donations are greatly appreciated. This is our only fundraiser to support the Ladies Club House.  All profits received go towards the Ladies House maintenance:  new roof, new electric, plumbing and windows have been accomplished.  Hope to see you there.  Thank you, Ann

WEEKLY BULLETIN –  If you have something to post in the bulletin, make sure to email it to  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. no later than Wednesday . If you would like the bulletin to be emailed to you go www.illinoisturners.org and sign up.  

PLEASE MAKE SURE I HAVE THE CORRECT TIME/DATE.  I CAN’T COPY AND PASTE OFF OF A FLYERS OR A PDF.  IT NEEDS TO BE WRITTEN IN A FORMAT TO CUT AND PASTE.  If you have any questions, please text or call me 847-361-3367. Thank you, Chris



2023 Camp Bulletin Week 6

 

For a Downloadable Pdf of this bulletin Click Here


 CAMP COMMITTEE - Cottage Owners - This week represents the 1/2 way mark for the Camp Youth Program.  It has been a busy and enjoyable season thus far, with upwards of 80 kids in the program and more than 20 in Tiny Tots.  The Camp schedule really ramps up this week with; LIVE Entertainment Friday following the Fish Fry, Turner Trot, Ladies Auxiliary Meeting, Water Show (Special at the Snack Counter afterwards) and the NW Turner's Picnic.  There is something for everyone this weekend, so we encourage you to participate, come on out and enjoy time with friends and neighbors.  Check your Friday Bulletin and Camp Calendar for times and places.  See you around Camp this weekend!  Camp Committee    

RESTARUANT - This week's events
Friday - Fish Fry & Joe Gatz's Smoked Pulled Pork
Friday Entertainment - LJ & Jeff
Saturday - Tom Webb's Sloppy Joe's & Grill
Saturday Entertainment - DJ Sandy
Sunday - Northwest Turner Picnic - All are Welcome
Next Week's Events
Friday - Fish Fry & Kessler Ribchen & Kraut Special
Saturday - Laura's Turkey Dinner & Grill After
Saturday Entertainment - Frank Sinatra & the Sounds of the 50s & 60s
Founders Day Dinner - Pot Roast

This week's spotlight is on Timmy Zbinden.  Timmy is a lifelong Turner having been raised in Turner Camp.  He came of age in late 60s & early 70s and was quite the hippie.  He and his Judy spent some time in a commune and lived the life.  He disappeared from Turners and Camp and returned to the fold in the late 90s.  He is the best gofer we ever had in the Fish Fry.



TWEENIE DANCE - Saturday night following the Water Show 8:30 PM to 11 PM, upstairs in the Dining Hall. The theme this year is Disco.  $5 for the dance.

HELLO FROM THE BAR  We are excited for this summer’s entertainment! Below is the lineup:
Friday, July 7 - LJ & Jeff 8:00p - 11:00p
Saturday, July 15 - Anthony Cassano 8:30p - 11:30p
Friday, August 4 - Elvis 8:00p - 11:00p
All other Saturday nights - DJ Sandy!
Looking forward to a great summer at the Rath’s!

ART STUDIO - 7/8 - This Saturday, we are painting rocks at the shelter from 9AM to 1PM during the Turner Trot. The studio will be closed during this time and reopen after 1PM until 3PM.  We are making a rock snake! It is a $5 donation and all proceeds go to the Park & Mulch Fund.  Bring the kiddos, bring yourselves & bring some rocks...
7/15 - Pour painting on canvas - just like last year, super fun and messy! 9AM & 11AM Classes
7/16 - Pour painting on furniture - This year, BYOF (bring your own furniture) I will have some pieces. Also, any old house paint (that is still good) you are not using.  This is a 9AM to 1PM class.

FOUNDERS DAY - Sunday, July 16th 10:00 meet at the Front Gate to start the Parade.  We will head up to the A-Field for Announcements, Gymnastics and Tiny Tots, closing statements and photos. Swim Meet starts at 12 noon. COME ONE, COME ALL!!!! Barb Zweifel

TURNER TROUT - Come join the fun or cheer on your fellow Turners, water show guests welcome!  Brunch and elaborate Bloody Mary Bar available for purchase after the run.  $1.00 for all racers. Cash or Check accepted.  Proceeds will continue to support the new park upkeep and mulch as well as our new goal of resurfacing the basketball court!  
What: 1.5- and 3-Mile Fun Run/Walk
When: July 8th 10am
Where:  A-field
Cost:   $20 adults, $15 children 16 and under,  $5 children 5 and under. Thank you, Amy



YOUTH – Hello Turners! Luke Compton and Kylie Gatz coming back at ya with an update on Program and Lessons! 4 WEEKS DOWN and onto Water Show Week!! The first half of Summer has flown by and these Campers are just getting to the good stuff! This past week we had Tiny Tot Day on Monday where the 5 year olds from the Tiny Tot Program came up for an hour to experience what it's like to be one of the big kids for the day! We had a great turnout and we can't wait to see these kiddos in the Program next year! As well on Wednesday, June 28th, our 9 and Under had their annual Sleepout! It was a great time and the campers will now hold a memory that will last all their lives! With the younger kids having their sleepout the 10 and Overs earned their Field Trip to Adrenaline Monkey on Thursday, June 29th! It was a wonderful time and the kids sure got their workout/Calisthenics in for the day! Our Mystery Morning this week was a game of Clue in which campers were in 4 teams and had to run around camp finding clues to find the missing staff member! Later that night at Awards we had our "Turners Got Talent!" Talent Show and the campers did not disappoint, so many great acts! We want to thank everyone again for their unwavering support, us Staff truly appreciate the support system we have at the place we call home, ITC!

Water show week is in full swing! Campers have been practicing their acts and learning the opening and closing with our show director, Reyna Beorgerhoff and Pool Director, Kylie Gatz. Keep in mind that Water show is Saturday, July 8th, at 6 P.M. Campers are expected to get to the pool, dressed in their group costumes at 5:30 P.M. Doors also open at 5:30 P.M. and admission costs $3. Thank you!

Campers of the Week: Jax Coffee and Nora Oatey

Swimmers of the Week:
Tiny Tots - Vivian Byrne
Beginners - Vivie Smith
Advanced Beginners - Nathan Becker
Intermediates - Lucci Bialk
Swimmers - Luke Oatey
Advanced Swimmers - Oliver Smith

PENNY SOCIAL – Friday, July 21 - Now that the holiday is over, we will start taking donations for the Penny Social. This consists of gently used or new items. We also will be taking raffle baskets or items that we can make baskets from.  Liquor or new items for our raffle prizes. Once again, this year, the Penny Social proceeds, will be going to our ITC pool fund. See Barb Litza, Curt Litza, Dave Zweifel, Dave Williams & Chris Mostyn to drop off items. Please don’t just drop things off at the Rathskeller.

VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT - The 4 person Volleyball Tournament is Saturday, July 22nd
Bring your team to the Sugar Bowl by 8:45 AM and be ready to play at 9:00 AM. All are welcome regardless of skill level. The cost is $ 40.00 per team.  If you have any questions or want to play but don't have a team, please call Jim Haderlein at 773-573-8398.

WEEKLY BULLETIN –  If you have something to post in the bulletin, make sure to email it to  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. no later than Wednesday . If you would like the bulletin to be emailed to you go www.illinoisturners.org and sign up.  

PLEASE MAKE SURE I HAVE THE CORRECT TIME/DATE.  I CAN’T COPY AND PASTE OFF OF A FLYERS OR A PDF.  IT NEEDS TO BE WRITTEN IN A FORMAT TO CUT AND PASTE.  If you have any questions, please text or call me 847-361-3367. Thank you, Chris

 


2023 Camp Bulletin Week 5

 

For a Downloadable Pdf of this bulletin Click Here


 CAMP COMMITTEE - Cottage Owners, we have a big holiday weekend coming up with plenty of activities at Camp - check this bulletin and flyers in the rest rooms for events and times.  As has been discussed before, we will not be allowing fireworks in Camp!!  Fireworks are illegal in Illinois, inside Camp and our insurance is at risk.  Add the drought conditions we are in and the risk just isn't worth it.  There are plenty of shows around the area, we encourage those who would like to see a show to attend one of theirs.  2023 Ground leases were due in December 2022 and we still have some outstanding balances.  We will be available this Friday night to take payments or they can be left in the ITC Office mailbox at the front gate.  Outstanding balances beyond this weekend, will have cottages locked and privileges revoked (Youth program, Swimming Pool access, ticket book access, etc).  Please avoid these inconveniences by zeroing out your balance. Thank you, Camp Committee

COTTAGE OWNERS- We have been contacted by our waste disposal company that our dumpsters are overloaded and we have been fined.  The dumpsters are for trash only during the season  - No TVs, No mattresses, etc.  We need to use that space for the cottage trash that we all generate.  Also, the area down by the Rathskellar garage is not a metal recycling zone.  If you have large appliances (from Camp only) that need to be recycled please contact the caretaker (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) to determine if there is a scheduled pick up.  The scrappers come by infrequently and we don't have enough parking in the area to lose spots due to long term recycling storage. Thanks for your attention to these matters,   Caretaker

WEEKLY BULLETIN –  If you have something to post in the bulletin, make sure to email it to  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. no later than Wednesday . If you would like the bulletin to be emailed to you go www.illinoisturners.org and sign up.  

PLEASE MAKE SURE I HAVE THE CORRECT TIME/DATE.  I CAN’T COPY AND PASTE OFF OF A FLYERS OR A PDF.  IT NEEDS TO BE WRITTEN IN A FORMAT TO CUT AND PASTE.  If you have any questions please text or call me 847-361-3367. Thank you, Chris



RESTARUANT - Here's the delicious offerings for this weekend.

Friday Fish Fry and Fried Perch Special
Saturday Lyn's Chicken Kabobs, homemade potato salad, and homemade desserts
Saturday entertainment, Gary Todd the New Odyssey Guy 8:30p-11:30p
Tuesday Tweenie Breakfast and Raffle at 8am

Coming Attractions next Weekend

Friday Fish Fry and Joe Gatz's Smoked Pulled Pork Special
Friday entertainment LJ & Jeff 8p-11p
Saturday Tom Webb's BBQ Sandwich & Grill
Saturday entertainment DJ Sandy
Sunday Northwest Turners Meeting & Picnic - all are welcome!

This week's spotlight is on Tom Webb.  Tom had his introduction to Turners, camp, and the restaurant in the late 60s.  Tom had a long career in the food service industry and owned his own restaurants as well.  So he brings his many years of experience to camp every summer all the way from Austin Texas.  He focuses on spicing some of the Saturday nights up.  Thanks Tom!

HELLO FROM THE BAR  We are excited for this summer’s entertainment! Below is the lineup:
Saturday, July 1- The New Odyssey Guy Gary Todd 8:30p - 11:30p
Friday, July 7 - LJ & Jeff 8:00p - 11:00p
Saturday, July 15 - Anthony Cassano 8:30p - 11:30p
Friday, August 4 - Elvis 8:00p - 11:00p
All other Saturday nights - DJ Sandy!
Looking forward to a great summer at the Rath’s!

ART STUDIO - Hello Everyone, This Saturday 7/1 from 9AM to 1PM.  Only $20 a class.  We do have spaces left. Please let me know that you are coming. We are painting old windows & picture frames.  We do have a good amount of windows and some picture frames.  Feel free to bring a window or picture frame if you have one.  Let the creativity flow! Sonia G.

YOUTH – 3 Weeks Down, 6 to go!! Rock Concert Week has come and gone and it did not disappoint! A high of 78 campers this past week and we are expecting to hit 80 soon!! Campers, along with working on rock concert acts, also focused on their sport of the week, Volleyball! These Campers are continuing to improve in all their skills, making new friends, and creating memories that last lifetimes! Gymnastics is going strong as well, kids are improving on their core strengths and helping a healthy Turner lifestyle!

Campers of the Week: Sebastian Muntaner and Rylie Arnold

Swimmers of the Week: Tiny Tots: Beatrix Adams, Beginners: Dean Achey,
Adv. Beginners: Lily Landgraf, Intermediates: Daniel Buckley, Swimmers: Declan DeRusha
Adv. Swimmers: Sam Moore

Important dates:
No Program/Tweenie Breakfast: July 4th
Water Show: July 8th
Olympic Week: July 10th-14th
10&O Sleepout: July 19th
9&U Field trip: July 20th

🎄 CHRISTMAS IN JULY AT THE BEER GARDEN - Sunday, July 2nd from 1 to 3pm, there will be a Christmas decorations exchange.  Please bring your unwanted Holiday decorations for another family to take home and enjoy!   You may find something to take home too.  Thanksgiving and Halloween decor will not be turned away.  This will be fun so come on down and spend a little time shopping with no money!  🧑🏻‍🎄. If you are unable to make it, but want to contribute decorations, text Lyn Garfinkle 614-308-3815.

TWEENIE BREAKFAST - Don’t forget to come and support the Tweenie Breakfast, Tuesday July 4th.The Tweenies would appreciate any donations for the Tweenie raffle on Tuesday, July 4 at the Tweenie Breakfast. You can call Adam at 847-682-4722 or Jen G at 224-723-2529 as to where you can drop off your donations. Thank you in advance!!!! Jen and Adam

TURNER TROUT - Come join the fun or cheer on your fellow Turners, water show guests welcome!  Brunch and elaborate Bloody Mary Bar available for purchase after the run.  $1.00 for all racers. Cash or Check accepted.  Proceeds will continue to support the new park upkeep and mulch as well as our new goal of resurfacing the basketball court!  
What: 1.5- and 3-Mile Fun Run/Walk
When: July 8th 10am
Where:  A-field
Cost:   $20 adults, $15 children 16 and under,  $5 children 5 and under.

Thank you, Amy