2021 GAMBLER
always be gambling
June 25-27
N. Klamath County
As expected without state regulations being lifted we will repeat what we did last year which honestly was fun as heck and we collected TWICE as much trash than the year before having people dispersed camped.
Meaning registration is good for one packet including Indigo blue and white 2021key tag, sticker, 2021 Gambler bandana/dust mask , JB Weld Steel Stik, O'Reilly, Rugged Radio, Heatwave and Gambler swag/sticker packs will be available for pickup June 25th and 26th between 10am-5pm Gilchrist Market (138303 North Highway 97 N, Gilchrist, OR 97737) just show your QR code for scanning on phone or print.
HooptieX Friday and Saturday again: https://hooptiex.com
Gambler started as small group, dispersed 2020 was a new experience for a lot of people but for those that participated in 2014-2016 it felt a lot more like the original. Take those experiences as inspiration to explore on your own or participate in a distanced way in N Klamath County or beyond. The ever evolving UNPVD.com app with be available for trial on iOS mid-June connecting people and creating or sharing waypoint sets all over the world. We will have standalone waypoint sets and tracks available over social media for free. Android will be available when funds allow. (updates and links soon)
Gambler 500 as a whole embraces all Federal, State and County mandates regarding social distancing and further hope that people simply adopt safe and smart social behaviors in that we can retain the best parts of the Gambler 500 in these trying times. While people may not all agree, all participants must recognize other's concerns and rights to personal space and exposure. It is only by adopting this cautious approach can we move forward as a modified version of past events.
Local resources: https://www.gambler500.com/post/camping-gas-food-lodging-resources
For now recommend the wearing of facemasks in all public areas, again there is no negative impact in being cautious as your actions effect us all even if just by putting your fellow human at ease. Wearing a mask alone in your car is kinda extreme though I will say, but that's all you.
Thank you for being patient, thank you for accepting our cautious approach as it is the only way that we have ever survived as a culture, put others first. We want the opportunity to proceed with the world's largest trail cleanup, outdoor adventure and the path is only laid with altruism and empathy for other's.
This is all of course subject to change within the coming weeks/month.
1. This is not a race.
2. There is no $500 rule, cheaper cars win Scepter so no way to cheat with $$$
3. We are the world's largest and competitive trail cleanup, bring trash bags.
4. You are responsible for your actions, same legal standards apply as any other day.
5. Don't be a dick.
Remember the goal is to reach any of the destinations using as little pavement as possible "pavement is lava" drive safe as you be sharing and interacting with thousands of other gambler cars. The best challenge is navigating stock 2WD cars ovekroads that trucks and SUVs wouldn't have a problem with but you'll find plenty of challenges for built rigs along the way. The route options will be emailed to your registered email address, posted to website and on social media June 15th. There will be multiple options to accommodate the amount of people, avoid congestion, clean up public lands and promote rad adventures.
We will be sending out MULTIPLE routes this year within a month of event in addition to what's listed below:
1. Best way to Gamble: start where you are and navigate to Gilchrist, OR using as little pavement as possible, with 5,000 participants you will run into groups along the way.
2. North Valley Start from Conversion Brewing in Lebanon Friday Saturday June 26th (or on Casual Friday the 25th) ROLLING START anytime between 7am-12pm waypoints will be posted outside brewery.
3. Klamath Falls Start, Saturday June 26th (or on Casual Friday the 25th) ROLLING START anytime between 7am-12pm find HERE: https://discoverklamath.com/gambler/
4. ONCE YOU GET THERE>>>>
Devils Starfish Loop, created by EmWest Motorsports
1. 43.3509655, -120.3872837
2. 43.009324, -121.031739
3. 42.930695, -121.363901
4. 43.46376, -121.694157
5. 43.665486, -121.506054
6. 43.72458, -120.995800
7. 43.582769, -121.078275
8. 43.373542, -121.054845
9. 43.356799, -120.672288
10. 43.33358, -120.672288
5. #GamblerHunt: hunt other gamblers and waypoints by searching #GamblerHunt on Instagram for pics and waypoints, post your own pics with waypoints and use the hashtag: #GamblerHunt and #unpavedchallenge @thegambler500 will be reposting and tagging the best.
6. Remember to meet up and explore the Devil's Butthole... just need a OHV pass and a dune flag.
7. The USFS will be providing areas that need special attention closer to the event.
Use OHV options for technical off-road shenanigan fun make sure your vehicle or minibike has an OHV permit if you plan to utilize OHV property PURCHASE online HERE
For stickers and swag prior to event visit gambler500.com/shop/ the new colors are in stock now. You are encouraged to be self sufficient, bring your own food and drinks but there will be many more restrooms and food vendors this year.
Please visit walkerrange.org for fire prevention tips but you are required by law to carry a fire extinguisher on public land.
As always we are stewards of the envirnoment and the communities we pass through. We have huge dumpsters onsite as we host the largest trail cleanup in the world during the event, please snap a pic of the debris you collect along your journey and post pics to Instagram tagging @thegambler500 and @sonsofsmokey along with hashtag #sonsofsmokey and we will be selecting winners for most debris, biggest debris, shooting pit cleanup and more. Please include a fire extinguisher, first aid, food, water, tools plus all essentials for overland travel.
The Competition:
1. The Scepter: This award has been handed down year after year to the team that most embodies the Gambler spirit. The cheapest car, the coolest people, helpful on trail etc.
2. Stewardship: Every gambler picks up litter and trail trash along the way, if we’re going to have fun we’re gonna help. Snap a pic and tag us on Instagram @thegambler500 @sonsofsmokey #sonsofsmokey and we’ll be selecting 5 teams to receive awards from our sponsors.
3. Record your route on smartphone or GPS snapshot and tag us, we will be selecting the 5 best route paths to receive prizes from Heatwave Visual, KC HiLiTes and more on Saturday night.
5. The Gambler Car Show by TRAXXAS RC is back again for 2021 we will be selecting a winner for each category Craziest Build, Most RC Car like and Best Overland/SIRCH&RASCUE rig will all receive a TRAXXAS RC car.