Rockin’ at the Shores
By Barb Buckley
If you missed the Promotion Club’s End of Summer Dance on August 29 you missed a really super event! The joint was rockin’ while over 50 residents of all ages danced to the lively music of DJ Brendan Cain (TheBrendanCain@gmail.com), also a Shores resident, and enjoyed the DJ’s light show and sound system. So did the younger residents who favored the livelier tunes with their energetic dancing. Still there were plenty of oldies and tunes that several of us more mature folks appreciated. Many stories were shared among both old and new friends in between dances at our Clubhouse. While the rains poured outside the cheerful group inside remained cozy among friends enjoying the music, tasting wines and sharing treats brought from home. Sally Flash, our Promotion Club president and host for the event, thanked Promotion Club members for their work providing the yummy treats and decorating the Clubhouse. Sally said, “I wanted to try a DJ this year instead of a band hoping for a wider range of music that everyone would appreciate.” We sure got that, Sally! Sounds like a blueprint for future events.
Promotion Club events are friendly, get-togethers with no other purpose than to meet other residents and to laugh and share good times. It’s a great way to meet your neighbors learn more about what’s happening in our great community. And speaking about good times, don’t forget about dinner with the Friends & Neighbors on October 10. Mark the date so you don’t miss it. See you there!
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- Some of the many who attended.
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- The Dancers
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- Some of the group attending.
Quilt for the 50th Anniversary
Quilt made for the USA Bicentennial on display at the Clubhouse
The Quilters Guild will be making a quilt for the 50th Anniversary. Would you like your own block to be included?
Blocks are currently available at the RomeRock Association office. For $5, you can purchase a block to customize for the quilt. Only 100 blocks are available.
The blocks come with instructions and other helpful information. Please return the blocks between March 1st-15th so that the quilt can be assembled in time for the Anniversary Celebration.
Need help with embroidery? The Quilting Block on RT 45 can assist you. 440-563-9386
If you have any questions, please contact Doris at 563-5551.
Fishing Club News
On Saturday, July 25th, the Fishing Club held its Jack Cone All Species Fish Tournament. We had a good turnout with 8 boats entered. The winners were:
- William Fetting, Large Mouth Bass 2.14 lbs and a Blue Gill .26 lbs
- Eddie Baitt, Small Mouth Bass 1.72 lbs
- Del Christofferson, Perch .64 lbs and a Catfish .5 lbs
- Rachel Lamb, Rock Bass .34 lbs
- Jim Garry Crappie .8 lbs
After the weigh-in, the participants consumed 30 hotdogs. The weather was warm and clear.
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- Dave Flaum weighing the fish from the contest.
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- Some fish waiting to be measured and weighed for the fish contest.
Fish Fry
On Sunday, July 26th, the Club held a Fish Fry for its members in celebration of the Club’s 40th year. Over 90 members, family, and friends attended the event. The Club members supplied 190 fish, blue gill, crappie, and perch, all caught in Lake Roaming Rock for the event.
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- Jack McMillin cooking some of the 190 fish that the club donated.
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- Our cake for the 40th Anniversary Fish Fry
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- Helpers: Barb Buckley, Carol Baitt, John & Jack McMillin, and Mark David Shawn Baitt
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- Club Officers: Walt Samson, Dave Flaum, Ed Baitt, & Dave Emick
Our next event will be the annual Clam Bake, Saturday Sept 12th. Call any club officer for tickets.
Ed Baitt – (440) 563-3377
Dave Emick – (440) 563-3349
Dave Flaum – (440) 563-9107
Dick Hocevar – (440) 563-3084
Bob Boggs – (440) 563-3728
Walt Samson – (440) 563-3107
Jack McMillin – (440) 563-3365
Longest Fish of July
The Longest Fish of July was a 21 1/2″ 4.98 lb large mouth bass caught by Glen Novak.
2015 Cardboard Boat Races
The Promotion Club hosted another successful Cardboard Boat Race on August 1. There were 10 kids participating, and 6 boats, 3 that majestically sunk, and 3 that made multiple races.
Kids participating were Hannah Furlan in Shark Boat, Jackson Furlan in a red/white boat, J.P. Mogyordy in a jet propelled boat, Andrew and Maddy Sagerman in an unnamed boat, Evie Delano and Hudson Mills in the Green Flash, and Nicholas Skaruppa and Alex Hollis in Cat Fish, and Zak Geiger in Green Flash.
Hannah Furlan took the coveted Best Sinker award, Zac Geiger took the fastest time award at 2:05, and J. P. Mogyordy took the Best Boat Design award.
They all received trophies and all who participated received Certificates and Reward tickets for the Refreshment Stand. About 90 people came to shout out support and congratulate the participants. All parents of kids who made boats must also be congratulated for taking time with their children to help them design, build, and transport their boat to the races.
Rock Point Marina Has New Owners
Last weekend, Rock Point Marina was put up for auction. The winning bid was placed by Sandro D’Amicone, a resident of Roaming Shores. Congratulations!
He and his wife, Jennie, came to the Fishing Club’s 40th Anniversary Dinner to introduce themselves and to ask the community for input. So if you’re in the neighborhood, be sure to stop by the Marina to say hello and share your thoughts!
Picture courtesy of: Kevin Adelstein
Stormwater Runoff
By Richard D. Gainar, CEBS – Lake Management Committee
Storm water runoff is rainwater flowing from impervious areas such as roofs, roadways, and parking lots. Stormwater runoff carries pollutants such as motor oil, gasoline, grease, pesticides, fertilizers, and sediment just to name a few. Since most of our storm drains and ditches discharge to surface waters, these pollutants are washed by the runoff directly into our lake and streams.
Well, who cares? You should care! Our lake is a magnet for residents who enjoy fishing, boating, swimming, skiing or simply enjoying the esthetics. In addition, our lake is home to numerous types of wildlife including several threatened and endangered species.
So, what can I do to make a difference? You can help control pollution by planting trees, slope gardens and yards so that the water stays on your property. Use porous materials such as gravel beds or turf blocks rather than paved areas. Wash vehicles on grassy areas to let water seep into the ground. Properly recycle used oils and antifreeze. Don’t dump anything into a storm water drain and ditch. Use pesticides only when absolutely necessary. Use the right amount of fertilizer at the right time and properly dispose of all hazardous waste. Keep disturbances of natural ground surfaces to a minimum, and maintain your vehicle so it doesn’t drip oil, grease, or other fluids.
We all love our lake and must try to be good stewards. Be lake responsible.
Jack Cone All Species Tournament Results
The Fishing Club hosted the Annual Jack Cone Memorial All Species Tournament on July 25th.
| Name: | Species: | Size: | Prize; |
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| GENE CAREY | CRAPPIE | .8# | $50 |
| RACHEL LAMB | ROCK BASS | .34# | $50 |
| DEL CHRISTOFFERSON | BGILL | .56# | $50 |
| DEL CHRISTOFFERSON | PERCH | .64# | $50 |
| EDDIE BAITT | SM BASS | 1.72# | $50 |
| FETTTIG | LM BASS | 2.14# | $50 |
Dave Flaum weighs and Dave Emick records a contestant’s entries. Note the little Catfish on the table.
President Ed Baitt presides at post, conducts Club meetings.
Planning for the upcoming Dean Blanton Bass tournament and the annual Clam Bake is currently underway.
2015 Jason Scribben Volleyball Tournament
Bottom L to R : Chad Limestall, Mike Starkey, Josh scribben 3rd place
Top L to R: Mark Carkhuff, Robert Jackson, Thommie Jackson 2nd place; Ryan and Mark Miller, Randy and Kayla Ruebel 1st place.
July 4th, what a beautiful day at the lake. There is no better way to spend a holiday: family , old and new friends. This is the 17th year of this tournament. Every year we get new teams. Jason’s classmates and friends return to play and remember him. It has been very healing for our family. This year we had 14 teams 3:3 co-ed. Ages ranging from 16 to 38. For many years there has been one team that has been hard to beat.The Ruebel Family.They are the team everyone wants to beat. This year the competition seemed more intense. Several teams were very close to that first place trophy. Josh Scribben, Mike Starkey, and Chad Limestall were playing very well, they were about to win, this would have put them in the 2nd or 1st place position, however Josh decided to serve the ball backwards and between his legs. SHOCKER! They took 3rd place. The Jackson siblings Robert and sister Thommie played very hard with their friend Mark Carkhuff. They did a great job, it was close, they came in second place. You guessed it! The Ruebel family took 1st place. Randy and his soon to be wife Kayla, along with his sister Ryan Miller and brother in law Mark Miller.
MANY,MANY THANKS TO: Mayor Joe Strong who dedicated the volleyball court in Jason’s memory, The O’Keefe’s who started the tournament in 1999, The Polar Bear club who purchased the trophies, Steve Krzynowek(Bird-man), Josh Scribben and Randy Ruebel who helped with the brackets, line judge and keeping score. Friends,neighbors and family who keep this event alive. See you next year!
Rosemary Scribben
Sunset on Lake Roaming Rock
Photo courtesy of Lisa Breier
Found: Floating Dock
Update: The owner has been located.
Are you missing a floating dock? The approximate dimensions are 6ft x 3ft. If this is your missing dock, please contact the RRA Office at (440) 563-3170.
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