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Meet the Whispering Surf Team – Summer 2026

Meet the Whispering Surf Team for Summer 2026! Get to know the friendly work campers who help create the welcoming, family atmosphere that makes every stay at Whispering Surf Campground special.
Lisa, owner of Whispering Surf, standing on a sandy Lake Michigan dune

One of the things that makes Whispering Surf feel like more than just a campground is the people.

Our work camping team helps create the friendly, relaxed, welcoming atmosphere that so many of you return for year after year. April is the perfect time to introduce the wonderful team that will be supporting the campground this season!

And of course, as always, you’ll see me, Lisa, right alongside them. Whispering Surf is a hands-on, owner-operated campground, and during the summer months I’m involved every day — welcoming guests, working on projects, and helping make sure your stay feels personal and special.

We’re excited to share both familiar faces and new ones joining us for Summer 2026.

Returning Team Members

Family of campers on the Lake Michigan beach
Drea and Amanda, the office and grounds work campers, smiling at sunset on the beach

Drea (Office) and Amanda (Outside)

Drea and Amanda, originally from Arkansas, are returning for their second season at Whispering Surf and are quickly becoming campground favorites.

Drea keeps things running smoothly in the office, and Amanda helps keep the park looking great outside.

They are also the creative force behind:

  • The fairy garden near the office
  • Special event decorating for Christmas in July and Halloween Fun weekends
  • Food preparation for our four free Pancake Breakfasts

This is their fourth year of full-time RVing and work camping, and we’re so happy to have their energy and creativity back again.

Ken and Jeannie in animal onesies waving among the pines

Ken and Jeannie

Ken and Jeannie are joining us from Lake, Michigan. Whispering Surf will be their second work camping experience.

When they’re not traveling, they live in a tiny home — and they love meeting new people and jumping into campground life.

Their hobbies include:

  • Playing games
  • Pickleball
  • Exploring on their motorcycles

Be sure to say hello when you see them around the park!

Jeff and Cherie, returning work campers, standing outside the camp store

Jeff and Cherie

Jeff and Cherie are coming to us from Dade City, Florida (and Jeff is originally from Michigan), and they bring a wealth of work camping experience.

They’re excited to get reacquainted with everything Michigan has to offer.

Their hobbies include:

  • Boating
  • Thrifting
  • Pickleball
  • Fishing and golf
  • Traveling

And here’s a fun fact: they have a goal to visit all U.S. state capitals — and they’re already up to 29!

We Can’t Wait for Another Great Season

Our staff truly helps make Whispering Surf the special place it is — and we’re grateful for every one of them.

As you arrive this spring and summer, please take a moment to introduce yourself, say hello, and help us welcome our new team members.

Summer 2026 is shaping up to be a wonderful season, and we can’t wait to share it with you.

See you soon at the lake!

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