The RRA Board and Lake Management Committee have received reports of dead Canada geese on the lake and along the shoreline.  The LMC has reported this to the ODNR who indicated deaths of geese have been reported elsewhere in the state both this year and last.  The environmental specialist at Pymatuning was also consulted who reported dead geese on that lake also.  The causal agent is believed to be Avian (bird) flu.  Crowding of geese in open water patches of the Read more

Dave Ernes – Lake Management Committee

As you read this, the recreational season for 2025 is in the rear-view mirror. This article summarizes the main points related to the past season.

As with past years, the lake experienced numerous weather-related impacts. We started the season cooler than normal. This was a benefit, as the cooler water temperatures delayed the rapid growth of blue-green algae until mid-July, the latest that we have seen in recent years. The rains then reappeared, Read more

By:  Jim Fell, Lake Management

Roaming Shores residents have frequently photographed or published sightings of river otters at our lake.  To help evaluate the potential impact of otters on the lake fishery, RRA Lake Management recently attended a presentation on otters hosted by Pymatuning State Park.  Kelly Ashcraft Pearce, PhD, a biology professor at Allegheny College, presented her findings from many years of masters and doctoral study of river otters.  Jared McGary, Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Read more

Annual Dues and Assessment billing is here, once again. Invoices will be distributed after the first of the year. There will be no increase in assessments this year, thanks to strong collections efforts and careful fiscal management, which brought in more revenue than last year’s cost-of-living increase.

Dues and assessments are payable by May 1, 2026. A late charge will be applied as follows: 2% for the first month of delinquency, an additional 5% for the second month, Read more

In response to resident social media comments shared with us, the board would like to make sure that facts are clear and concise with the community. Moving forward, we will be using the ENGAGE platform to communicate directly to our members only. Please make sure to download the App for even more connectivity to Roaming Shores information! Remember, the RomeRock Association Board of directors does not respond on social media platforms.

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The Rules and Regulations of the RomeRock Association have been revised effective 12/17/25 to amend Property Rules (see below beginning on Page 16).

Santa, Joey the Polar Bear, and the Grinch came to town for this year’s Breakfast with Santa! A big thank you to Santa’s helpers from the Polar Bear Club for hosting another fantastic event this past Saturday.

We also extend our thanks to Sacred Heart Church in Rock Creek and the Morgan Hose Fire Department for accommodating this year’s Breakfast with Santa, which was relocated due to the Clubhouse renovations.

We had a great turnout for our Friends & Neighbors Christmas Dinner last Friday! We received many wonderful comments following the event, and the feedback is truly appreciated! It makes all the effort worthwhile. The Christmas spirit was all around. Thank you all for a fun and festive evening!

Due to the renovations of the Clubhouse, the January 31st Board of Directors meeting will be held at 10am at Village Hall (2500 Hayford Rd).

Join us for our Friends & Neighbors Christmas Dinner on Friday, December 12th at 6:00 PM at Grand River Cellars (5750 S Madison Rd, Madison, OH 44057).

Along with great food and entertainment, we’re told the Christmas lights and decorations are spectacular!

Be sure to wear your favorite Christmas shirt or sweater.

As in past years, we’ll have a $5.00 gift exchange for those who would like to participate. Participation is optional and not required to attend Read more