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This year was an Independence Day Weekend for the books! Our 60th Anniversary, America’s 250th Birthday, and July 4th falling on a Saturday! It was hot and humid, with a few storms causing minor interruptions, but it was an amazing weekend nonetheless.
Before we dive into our recap, we wish to thank all of those who made it happen! The 60th Anniversary Celebration took a year to plan, coordinate, and execute. July 4th weekend was its exciting conclusion.
Thank you to all of the members and volunteers of the 60th Anniversary Committee, our amazing Clubs, the organizers of the Jason Scribben Volleyball Tournament, our sponsors, and, last but certainly not least, a big round of applause to our outstanding Safety Services: the Roaming Shores Police Department, Rome Fire Department, Morgan Hose Volunteer Fire Department, and SCAD. Your dedication and hard work helped make the weekend safe, successful, and memorable for everyone. Without you, none of this would be possible.
What a great way to kick off Independence Day! On the morning of July 4th, the annual Roaming Shores 5K & 1-Mile Race welcomed 145 registered participants to the Clubhouse. It was a beautiful morning for a race, with 130 runners and walkers crossing the finish line after enjoying the scenic course around the community.
A special thank you goes out to the STARS Club for organizing another outstanding event, as well as our dedicated volunteers, generous sponsors, race officials, and Safety Services for helping make this year’s race a success. Community events like this are only possible because of the many people and businesses that generously give their time and support.
Congratulations to all of our participants and award winners! Below you’ll find links to race photos, the official race results, and this year’s awards. We hope you enjoy reliving the morning’s festivities, and we look forward to seeing everyone back at the starting line next year!
At exactly 12:00 on July 4th 2026, five fearless cardboard creations launched onto the waters of Lake Roaming Rock for what would become one of the most entertaining races in nautical history. The fleet, Cotton Candy Dream, Freedom, Blue Whale, The Monster, and Firework Splash set off with every crew convinced their masterpiece was built on engineering brilliance rather than equal parts duct tape, cardboard, and optimism.
The race remained neck-and-neck until Freedom suddenly decided it had experienced enough “freedom” and in spectacular fashion, the boat floundered and sank, leaving Captain Ruby and Crewman Sunday heroically clinging to the floating remains like shipwreck survivors auditioning for a pirate movie.
As if that weren’t enough excitement, Cotton Candy Dream reached the halfway point only to discover that having a sturdy bottom is, in fact, a fairly important feature for a boat. With impeccable comic timing, the floor gave way, and Captain Skylar vanished into the lake in one unforgettable splash.
Meanwhile, Captain Douglas had The Monster roaring around the halfway mark with a commanding lead, looking nearly impossible to catch. But Captain Mackenna and Crewman Delaney had other plans! Powering Firework Splash with surprising speed, they surged past the stunned Monster in the closing stretch to capture a dramatic come-from-behind victory.
Not to be overlooked, Captain Emaline and the Blue Whale endured enough navigational detours to justify a brand-new GPS. Despite the wandering course, she persevered and safely guided her vessel back to shore, claiming a well-earned third-place finish and proving that sometimes simply making it back in one piece is its own kind of championship.
When the cardboard settled and the splashing stopped, the results were clear:
1st Place: Firework Splash — Captain Mackenna & Crewman Delaney Lawson
2nd Place: The Monster — Captain Douglas Day
3rd Place: Blue Whale — Captain Emaline O’Hara
The rest of the fleet may not have finished quite as planned, but they certainly succeeded in providing the biggest laughs, the most memorable sinkings, and another unforgettable Fourth of July tradition at Lake Roaming Rock.
Cotton Candy Dream – Captain Skylar Day
Freedom – Captain Ruby & Crewman Sunday Zufall – MOST SPECTACULAR SINKING 2026
Firework Splash – Captain Mackenna & Crewman Delaney Lawson – MOST CREATIVE BOAT 2026
We would like to thank all of our racers and give special mention to family and friends who helped construct or supported the boats that raced on Saturday. We would also like to thank our volunteer judges, photographers and our fire/EMS service personnel who provided safety overwatch during the race.
In addition to the above, we would also like to thank NOPEC who awarded us a special community events grant which ultimately made this event and our Cardboard Boat Workshops possible. Last but not least, we would like to thank Todd and Rick of the Ashtabula Aarons who provided us with all of the construction cardboard utilized at our workshops.
Again, thank you for your participation and we truly look forward to seeing you again next year.
Roaming Shores Police Department.
The annual Jason Scribben Memorial 3-on-3 Volleyball Tournament returned to Beach #1 on the Fourth of July, bringing together friends, families, and competitors to honor Jason Scribben’s memory through a day of friendly competition.
Congratulations to this year’s winners!
1st Place: Jack Hedden, Alex Hedden, and Blake Hedden2nd Place: Kyle Puckett, Emily Styers, and Scott Styers3rd Place: Gage Rogers, Ty Rogers, and Vance Rogers
A special congratulations goes to Emily Styers, who was named the recipient of the Joshua Scribben Youth MVP Award. Introduced this year in memory of Jason’s brother, Joshua Scribben, who passed away earlier this year, the award recognizes a young player who demonstrates outstanding sportsmanship, effort, and love for the game.
Thank you to everyone who participated, volunteered, and supported this year’s tournament. Your continued support helps preserve a tradition that has honored Jason’s legacy for more than 25 years. We also extend our sincere appreciation to the Scribben family for continuing to share this meaningful tradition with the Roaming Shores community year after year.
Thank you to DJ Doctor D who kept us rocking and dancing into the evening!
No Independence Day celebration is complete without fireworks! Thanks to the efforts of Mark Dougherty and Barb Buckley, we were able to secure a fireworks vendor in time for the big day.
A special thank-you to Mad Bomber Fireworks for putting on an outstanding fireworks display, and to all of our generous donors whose contributions help make this annual tradition possible. We would also like to recognize the STARS Club, whose fundraising events throughout the year help support the fireworks show and many other community activities. We truly appreciate everyone who helps make this tradition possible!
Despite a rainy start to the morning on July 5, three creative families braved the weather and gathered at Beach 1 for this year’s Sand Sculpture Contest. While Mother Nature may not have fully cooperated, the participants certainly didn’t let the rain dampen their imagination!
Each team put their artistic talents on display, creating impressive sculptures that made judging a difficult task. Thank you to all of the families who participated and helped make this year’s contest a fun addition to our Independence Day weekend celebration.
Congratulations to this year’s winners:
1st Place: Clark Family – Team CJs with their impressive Octopus creation.
2nd Place: Kemmerline/Robinette Family – Team Cheetah with their beautiful Mermaid sculpture.
3rd Place: Madison Javorich – Team Super Girls with a wonderful Sand Castle creation.
Congratulations to all of our participants, and thank you for making the best of a rainy morning.
Unfortunately, the rain turned into storms, forcing the Cornhole Tournament to be postponed until July 11. Despite the change in date, we still enjoyed a day of great competition and friendly fun!
First Place (Gold): Eric & Topher SalekSecond Place (Silver): Josh Kovats & Brennan DavidsonThird Place (Bronze): Mac Wright & Owen Maruca
After battling their way through the loser’s bracket, Eric and Topher defeated Josh and Brennan twice in the championship rounds to capture this year’s Gold Championship. Congratulations to all of our competitors, and thank you to everyone who came out to make the tournament a success!
A big thank you to all of the wonderful vendors who helped make our Independence Day weekend celebration even more enjoyable!
On Saturday, members and guests enjoyed delicious food from Cheesy Squeezy, Baba Saj, and Cotton Candy & Snow Cones.
On Sunday morning, Scribblers Coffee Truck and Mary’s Urban Kitchen kept everyone fueled with breakfast, while Tornado Potato Curls served lunch later in the day.
We’d also like to thank Brenda McDonald and Thee Sassy Shack for offering a great selection of apparel and merchandise throughout the weekend.
We appreciate each of our vendors for spending the holiday weekend with us and helping make Roaming Shores’ 60th Anniversary Independence Day celebration a memorable one!
