Rondeau Forever: Volume IV Now Available!   [ 2010-07-12 23:49:02 ]   The latest volume of local author (and honourary Rondeau cottager) Bill Stephen's exhaustive history of Rondeau's cottage community is now available for purchase! Read More The Truth About Drowning...   [ 2010-07-07 16:15:11 ]   Everyone who spends time on or near the water (and that's all of us in Rondeau!) should read the article linked below. Because someone who is drowning may not look like they're drowning, and by the time you realize it -- it might be too late. Read More Join Rondeau Neighbourhood Watch!   [ 2010-07-05 17:55:51 ]   Rondeau Neighbourhood Watch is a network of local residents working together to report suspicious activity and reduce crime in the process. It's free to join and requires only an email address to receive local crime alerts, plus a password to access the RondeauNW website and send your own crime alerts to other members. Read More RCA AGM Internet Links of Interest...   [ 2010-07-01 14:02:14 ]   The following website links will be mentioned by RCA President Dr David Colby at our Annual General Meeting starting at 10am on July 4th. Being familiar with the official Acts & Regulations that apply to cottagers in the park is the best way to ensure that we are being treated within the boundaries of established legislation at all times. Read More Rondeau Author Wins Award!   [ 2010-06-20 21:46:58 ]   Well-known local author Bill Stephen was recently presented with a Mayor's Achievement Award for his tireless efforts documenting Rondeau's "human history". Read More You Ain't Smelt Nothin' Yet!   [ 2010-06-01 22:26:50 ]   A huge die-off of rainbow smelt along much of the Lake Erie shoreline is being investigated by the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. **UPDATED BELOW** Read More Death of Former RCA (RLA) President...   [ 2010-05-27 22:43:04 ]   Donald Vernon Stocker was President of the Rondeau Leaseholders Association from 1976 - 1981. He spent his summers at 52 Lakeshore Road. He passed away last week at his home in Michigan. His leadership laid the groundwork which secured our 31-year lease extension in 1986. Read More Lyme Disease Education Campaign   [ 2010-05-20 22:47:41 ]   The Chatham-Kent Health Unit is taking aim at Lyme disease in Rondeau this Victoria Day weekend. Read More Tick Season Is Upon Us!   [ 2010-05-01 22:12:25 ]   With spring officially in full swing, the trees are budding and bugs are breeding -- including ticks. Read More Two Arrests Following Weekend Cottage B&E's...   [ 2010-03-01 22:57:36 ]   Chatham-Kent OPP officers made two quick arrests following a Lakeshore Road break-and-enter spree this past weekend. And an alert cottager may have been instrumental in solving the crime. Read More College Students Recognize Cottage Benefits...   [ 2009-12-06 22:49:19 ]   A team of University of Guelph / Ridgetown College students enrolled in the school's Environmental Management program has completed a study of the environmental impact of private cottages inside Rondeau Provincial Park. They conclude that the cottage community's presence affects the park's ecosystem in a positive way. Read More Rondeau Forever: Volume III Now Available!   [ 2009-06-09 11:05:23 ]   Volume III of "'Rondeau Forever" is now available at the Bayview Market! Read More Rondeau Featured in "Lake Erie Living" Magazine...   [ 2009-04-15 09:38:27 ]   A writer for Ohio-based Lake Erie Living Magazine interviewed Rondeau's cottagers during the summer of 2007. Their four-page "Cottaging in Canada" story was featured on the cover of their March 2009 issue. Reprinted here with permission, as published in Lake Erie Living Magazine. Read More 2009 Vehicle Permits Now Available Online!   [ 2009-03-22 15:43:48 ]   Purchase your 2009 Annual & Seasonal Passes "online" instead of waiting "in line" at the gate house this year! Read More "Rondeau Forever: Volume III" Nears Completion!   [ 2009-03-07 22:45:38 ]   Local author and historian Bill Stephen is putting the finishing touches on his most ambitious work yet! Read More Cottager Asks Important Questions...   [ 2009-03-02 21:55:04 ]   The following Letter to the Editor from Rondeau cottager and RCA member Paul Welsman appeared in The Chatham Daily News on Saturday February 28th. He submitted a copy of his letter to the RCA as well. Mr Welsman makes some excellent points worth repeating, especially in our current climate of economic crisis. Read More Rondeau Park Roots Go Deep   [ 2009-02-26 22:06:33 ]   Lifelong Rondeau Park cottager Angus McGarvah can't imagine being anywhere else. Originally published in the February 21st edition of of The Chatham Daily News. Read More Beat the 2009 Price Increase!   [ 2009-02-26 21:57:54 ]   A Rondeau Cottagers Association member who recently purchased his 2009 Annual Pass wishes to remind all cottagers that prices for park passes will soon be going up! Read More Urgent Alert Via Email   [ 2008-11-10 16:40:21 ]   All RCA members are urged to check their email for an important message from President Dr. David Colby. Read More RCA Board Loses Longtime Director   [ 2008-10-31 10:53:15 ]   The Board of the Rondeau Cottagers Association regrets to inform community members that longtime Director Wayne Wheeler passed away on Thursday, October 30, 2008. Read More Bayside Dock Permits   [ 2008-08-26 11:03:38 ]   More information coming on this subject but until then......... Read More Rondeau Cottage Ideal Getaway   [ 2008-08-25 20:14:26 ]   The Alfords, now of Denver Colorado, share their love and memories of Rondeau with Treveor Terfloth of the Chatham Daily News. Reprinted with permission. Read More Editorial Says: "Cottage Issue Should Be Closed"   [ 2008-08-01 12:41:30 ]   The following editiorial appeared in the Chatham Daily News, August 1st. It is reprinted here with permission. Read More Cottagers hope lease support is in the cards !   [ 2008-07-31 20:48:17 ]   Rondeau Provincial Park cottagers are giving South Kent merchants more than money -- they are handing business owners something to think about. Read More Rondeau Forever - Volume 2   [ 2008-07-17 16:45:40 ]   New lower price…and a volume discount…just announced. Read More Cottagers pay tribute to veteran's memory   [ 2008-07-10 17:38:05 ]   Memorial unveiled at Rondeau. Read More RCA To Pay Tribute To Honoured Local Veteran   [ 2008-07-04 18:23:05 ]   Official unveiling of memorial to Lieutenant-Colonel Art Pill in Rondeau Park on Sunday, July 6, 2008. Read More RCA Banquet Raises Groceries & Cash For Local Foodbank   [ 2008-06-27 11:20:11 ]   The "Past-President's Dinner" was held in Rondeau to welcome back members of the Rondeau Cottagers Association Board of Directors and raise support for the local Blenheim Foodbank. Read More Notice of Annual General Meeting   [ 2008-06-06 16:25:27 ]   The AGM of the Rondeau Cottagers Association will be held on July 6th, at 10 am in St Gabriel’s Roman Catholic Church in Rondeau Park. Among other topics, an update on the ‘beach issue’ will be presented. Read More Memorial Service: Margaret Jean Armstrong (nee Howlett)   [ 2008-06-03 12:22:46 ]   A memorial service to honour the life and memory of Margaret Armstrong who passed away on November 6, 2007 will be held @ 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 7, 2008 at Grace Anglican Church in Rondeau Provincial Park. Read More SADDLE UP!   [ 2008-04-11 10:49:56 ]   The "old" Rondeau Stable gang is having a reunion this summer at Rondeau ! Read More 2008 RCA Dues Now Payable   [ 2007-12-27 09:08:40 ]   Just a reminder to all RCA members that your annual dues of $125 CDN are payable by January 31st, 2008.... Read More MNR Minister's Visit Widely Publicized   [ 2007-12-04 09:42:36 ]   The November 23rd meeting with RCA executives and Donna Cansfield, the Minister of Natural Resources received much local media attention. Reprinted with permission is the coverage in the Chatham Daily News. Read More Minister of Natural Resources Meets with RCA   [ 2007-11-24 10:11:41 ]   The Board of Directors of the Rondeau Cottagers Association met with newly-appointed Minister of Natural Resources, Donna Cansfield in Blenheim on Friday, November 23, 2007. Read More Update on MNR Off-Lot Enforcement   [ 2007-11-09 13:29:43 ]   Earlier we advised you that we had obtained a legal opinion and strategy to deal with the "beach issue". That strategy included discussions with the legal branch of the MNR, both by correspondence and in person, with the objective of obtaining a satisfactory resolution to the issue. Read More FOOD BANK BENEFITS FROM ALL CANDIDATES DEBATE   [ 2007-11-05 15:33:43 ]   The recent All-Candidates Debate organized by the RCA generated a bonus for local food bank. Read More "Coffee With Your Candidates" Review....   [ 2007-10-06 12:19:52 ]   Last Saturday's "Coffee With Your Candidates" morning at Dove's Bayside Bistro was a standing-room-only success. Read More Volume 2 of Rondeau Forever Now Available   [ 2007-09-28 13:58:59 ]   Bill Stephen's Volume 2 of Rondeau Forever is now available at two area locations: Dove's Bistro in Rondeau and Bulldog Design, 300 Lacroix Street, Unit 4, Chatham. Including GST, the price is $85. Read More RONDEAU COTTAGERS: MAKE YOUR VOICES HEARD   [ 2007-09-25 17:58:22 ]   Coffee with the Candidates this Saturday at Dove’s Bayside Bistro. Read More Rondeau Optimist Club Holds First Children’s Festival   [ 2007-08-29 15:23:38 ]   The newly formed Rondeau Optimist Club held its first event geared to families and children earlier this month. Read More MNR Minister Acknowledges the Economic and Tourism Benefits of Cottages   [ 2007-08-22 20:53:19 ]   "Cottage development (supports) tourism and recreation growth that could lead to a long-term boost for the local economy" Read More "RONDEAU FOREVER" .... THE SEQUEL   [ 2007-07-29 17:45:40 ]   Bill Stephen's companion volume to his first Rondeau Forever book is going to press. Read More RCA ANNUAL MEMBERS MEETING 2007   [ 2007-07-03 17:01:45 ]   The torch is passed but the flame burns bright as ever! Read More MNR Invoicing Delay Explained   [ 2007-06-12 14:55:59 ]   In January, leaseholders were issued an “interim” Lease Fee Invoice. As Lease Fee rate increases are calculated using a pre-set formula, your Board has been trying to determine the delay in issuing the new 5-year Lease Fee rates. We’ve now been given the reason. Read More Latest Members Newsletter is in the mail   [ 2007-06-07 09:31:49 ]   All members should receive the Spring 2007 Members Newsletter shortly. Read More "Optimist Club of Rondeau" Service Club Historic First...   [ 2007-04-27 16:51:22 ]   History was made on Tuesday April 24, 2007 when local community members chartered the first service club in the Rondeau area. Read More First Printing of "Rondeau Forever" Has Sold Out!   [ 2007-03-22 21:17:12 ]   The first printing of 500 copies of "Rondeau Forever" by William Stephen, a pictorial history of over 100 years of Rondeau Park cottages and families in Rondeau Park has already sold out. Read More 2007 Vehicle Permits Now Available Online   [ 2007-02-26 05:02:35 ]   Once again you can buy your 2007 Rondeau Passes online! Read More Rondeau Yacht Club 75th Anniversary and Reunion Celebration   [ 2007-02-11 09:26:33 ]   Rondeau Yacht Club celebrates its 75th anniversary this year with an activity-packed August weekend. And you're invited! Read More MNR Issues Interim 2007 Lease and Service Fee Invoice   [ 2007-01-10 20:09:32 ]   MNR issues invoice for partial payment of 2007 Lease and Service Fees. Read More Fall/Winter 2006 Members Newsletter Is In The Mail   [ 2006-11-06 16:15:36 ]   All 2006 member families should receive their newsletter by postal mail shortly. Read More RCA Hopes To Move Forward With Service Fee Issue   [ 2006-11-03 08:01:57 ]   Your Board would like to inform you that we are now prepared to recommend complete and full payment of the balance of the withheld Service Fee to Ontario Parks as listed on your statement of account. Read More IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON 2007 MEMBERSHIP DUES   [ 2006-11-01 12:31:07 ]   There’s a new deadline for dues payment and a different name to watch for on your credit card statement. Read More TWO THUMBS UP FOR STEPHEN’S RONDEAU PARK PICTORIAL   [ 2006-10-23 15:05:39 ]   Stew McLaren reviews Bill Stephen’s book and says ‘anyone interested in purchasing Rondeau Forever - Our Home, Our Heritage, Our Memories, should do so before this limited edition is sold out.’ Details below. Read More Rondeau Book Captures the Soul of Summer   [ 2006-08-25 15:06:14 ]   Every now and then a book on an area is so complete, so well done and so seemingly effortlessly put together that you know it will become the definitive examination for years to come. Such a publication is in the process of being created and you will definitely want to order a copy before it is too late. Read More 2006/07 RCA Directory Is At The Press   [ 2006-08-01 13:28:01 ]   As much a tradition as cottaging itself, the 2006/07 edition of the RCA Directory is now being printed and assembled for cottage families. Read More Last Call: We Want Your Family Story!   [ 2006-07-09 15:31:33 ]   The 2006/07 Rondeau Cottagers Association Directory is in the final phases of production. You still have time to be part of this fantastic bi-annual community project. Read More Art Pill Memorial Fund   [ 2006-07-07 06:36:54 ]   Funds for Art’s memorial are being solicited by the RCA on a private and voluntary basis. Read More Rondeau Park Picture Book in the Works   [ 2006-07-07 06:07:56 ]   Bill Stephen's project will be a comprehensive history of site. The following article appeared in the July 5, 2006 edition of the Chatham Daily News. Read More Spring/Summer 2006 Newsletter Is In The Mail   [ 2006-06-01 20:27:13 ]   All members should receive their newsletter by postal mail shortly. Read More Cottagers Against Church Fee   [ 2006-05-31 07:21:29 ]   The discord between Rondeau Park’s management and churchgoers continues as reported in the Chatham-Kent Daily News on May 30th. The paper’s website poll (now closed) generated a record number of responses; 73% of C-K Daily News readers support free admission to church congregations. Read More Don't Punish Churchgoers   [ 2006-05-29 09:23:00 ]   The following story appeared as the main Editorial from the Chatham Daily News on Saturday, May 27, 2006. Read More Parishioners told, "No More Freeloading!"   [ 2006-05-24 11:09:57 ]   In a stunning move that is causing parishioners of both historic churches in Rondeau Park to question why they are no longer welcome, Rondeau Park managers have instructed their staff not to allow any more vehicles to enter during worship times without charging $12.00 for a full-day vehicle permit. Read More Photo History of Rondeau on Sale   [ 2006-05-20 06:43:19 ]   Former Rondeau cottager and still local resident, Bill Stephen, a member of the Municipal Heritage Committee of Chatham-Kent, is nearing completion of his 260 page hardcover photo history of Rondeau. Read More We Want Your Family Story!   [ 2006-05-05 17:49:44 ]   The 2006-07 Edition of the Rondeau Cottagers Association Membership Directory is in production phase and your contributions are needed! Read More Festival of Flight 2006 Is Underway!   [ 2006-04-30 16:32:58 ]   Rondeau Provincial Park is one of the ultimate places in Ontario to see the marvels of the May bird migration. Read More Join the walk to support a cure for Crohn's and Colitis disease!   [ 2006-04-15 06:53:52 ]   Lifelong Rondeau cottager, Lori Vercouteren, is organizing a fundraising walk for Crohn's and Colitis in the park on Sunday June 4th. Read More Spring RYC Windsurfing Event   [ 2006-03-26 07:34:52 ]   "Pro Kids North American Junior Freestyle Championships" coming to Ontario! Rondeau Yacht Club is pleased to announce the 1 st Annual "Pro Kids North American Junior Freestyle Championships" will be held June 3rd, and 4th, 2006, on the shores of Lake Erie at the Rondeau Yacht Club in Ontario. Read More Wings of Spring 2006 Is Coming Up!   [ 2006-03-10 16:47:44 ]   On March 25 & 26, 2006, join the Friends of Rondeau and Rondeau Provincial Park for the 12th annual Wings of Spring! Read More RCA Loses Longtime Board Member   [ 2006-03-09 09:39:25 ]   It is with deep sadness that we announce the recent death of our friend and associate, Lt. Col. Arthur H.J. Pill, C.D. (Ret.) on February 26, 2006. Art was in his 87th year. Read More BEAT THE PARK PASS PRICE INCREASE .... BUY ON-LINE   [ 2006-03-09 09:00:49 ]   In addition to the benefits of purchasing your park pass on line which we detailed in an earlier story below, we understand that the price of park passes will be increasing effective April 1st. Read More Rondeau Yacht Club: 75 Years & Celebrating!   [ 2006-03-08 21:41:20 ]   A celebratory party is in the works for the August 3rd – 5th, 2007 long weekend and you and yours are invited to join us! Read More 2006 Vehicle Permits Now Available Online   [ 2006-02-02 13:39:03 ]   Buy all of your 2006 Rondeau Passes online this year! Read More Christmas Bird Count Highest at Rondeau   [ 2005-12-24 07:49:44 ]   111 species of birds, the highest of any location, were recorded at Rondeau during the annual Christmas bird counts around Lakes Erie and Ontario, Read More Winter 2005/06 Newsletter Is In The Mail   [ 2005-12-14 23:17:30 ]   All members should receive their Winter 2005/06 Newsletter shortly... Read More PAYMENT OF SERVICE FEES   [ 2005-12-09 14:52:25 ]   Collins Barrow has completed their audit of the park’s books and has reported that in their opinion, the amount of service fees attributable to cottagers is $146. Read More C-K Council Concerned About Rondeau Cottages   [ 2005-11-25 14:17:56 ]   Chatham-Kent Council reacts to a recent letter from Ontario Parks in response to RCA member concerns about lease extensions, as reported in the Chatham Daily News. Read More OPP Reinforce Need for Cottage Security   [ 2005-11-10 14:57:34 ]   Those red tags you find attached to your cottage door when you return each spring are evidence of the vigilance of the Ontario Provincial Police and their Cottage Watch program. Read More Government Proposes Changes To Provincial Parks Legislation   [ 2005-10-26 20:33:24 ]   This would be the first time present legislation has been rewritten in 50 years. Read More RCA MEET WITH MINISTER OF NATURAL RESOURCES AT RONDEAU   [ 2005-10-24 16:26:59 ]   Members of the RCA’s executive met with the Honourable David Ramsay, Minister of Natural Resources on Friday, October 21st, 2005. Read More RCA Donates Groceries & Cash To Salvation Army   [ 2005-10-17 09:40:19 ]   An end-of-season fundraising dinner was recently held for volunteers of the Rondeau Cottagers Association Board in Rondeau Park to benefit local families. Read More RCA President Addresses Ridgetown Rotary Club   [ 2005-09-19 20:57:54 ]   RCA President Collin Mardling was recently invited to speak to the Ridgetown Rotary Club about the need to extend cottage leases in Rondeau Park. Read More Name that Bird Contest Winners...   [ 2005-09-09 09:55:46 ]   Despite many spirited, creative and (occastionally frustrated) multiple guesses, no one correctly identified the bird whose song is heard when our home page opens. Read More Fall Newsletter Mailed   [ 2005-09-02 08:52:43 ]   The Fall newsletters contains important information for members. Read More RCA Honours Retiring Pastor   [ 2005-09-02 08:49:36 ]   Rev. Martin Johnston recently retired following many years as pastor to cottagers in Rondeau and Ridgetown. Read More RONDEAU HERITAGE PHOTO BOOK PROJECT   [ 2005-07-13 08:55:24 ]   Long-time Rondeau cottager, Bill Stephen, seeks your help. Text by Bill Stephen. Read More Can You Name That Bird?   [ 2005-06-21 06:51:07 ]   There's a prize to the first two RCA members who can identify the bird who's song you just heard. Read More Teen fortunate to not get jail time   [ 2005-06-11 11:39:15 ]   By Erica Brown, The Chatham Daily News Read More Familiar Faces at the Park Gate Welcome Returning Cottagers!   [ 2005-06-06 20:56:10 ]   School's out...summer's here...student staff are back! Read More Cottager Takes Advantage of our Real Estate Section.   [ 2005-06-02 12:23:15 ]   The Crewe's recognize a great forum for advertising their Rondeau cottage for private sale by placing an ad in the Real Estate section of our website. Read More Planning on Camping At Rondeau Or Wheatley This Summer?   [ 2005-05-19 10:08:29 ]   If you are planning on camping at Rondeau or Wheatley Provincial Parks this summer, please read on... Read More Pictorial Signs of Spring at Rondeau   [ 2005-04-14 20:06:48 ]   You know its spring at Rondeau when... Read More RCA Clothing Is Still Available!   [ 2005-04-10 06:47:55 ]   Don't be the last in your neck of the woods to sport some RCA clothing! Read More Four Charged in Cottage Break-In   [ 2005-03-29 13:37:35 ]   Chatham-Kent O.P.P. arrested four people in connection with a break-in at a cottage in Rondeau Provincial Park last December. Read More Rondeau Provincial Park is proud to bring to you the 2005 "Wings of Spring"   [ 2005-02-25 13:29:04 ]   Each spring thousands of Tundra Swans and tens of thousands of other waterfowl flock into Rondeau Bay on their way north. Read More Rondeau Park featured in Cottage Life Magazine   [ 2005-02-20 08:40:21 ]   The March 2005 edition of Cottage Life Magazine contains a feature story on the long history of cottaging in Rondeau Park from the perspective of several local families. Read More The Story of Ice   [ 2005-01-31 06:56:36 ]   As anyone who walked the Lake Erie beach this weekend will know, ice is one of nature's wonders. Read More 2005 MNR Lease Payment and Service Fee   [ 2004-12-04 17:13:27 ]   Critical information about your 2005 Lease payment and service fee Read More There’s only one thing to remember when you pay your dues by credit card!   [ 2004-11-26 09:09:07 ]   Paying RCA dues by credit card is safe, convenient and less costly than by cheque, and there’s only one thing to remember. Read More Shots Ring Out For Rondeau Deer   [ 2004-11-20 00:37:47 ]   Herd reduction program underway. Read More 2004 Fall Newsletter Is In The Mail!   [ 2004-11-20 00:32:35 ]   The latest edition of the Rondeau Cottagers Association Members Update has been printed. Read More Bates Conservation Lands Recognized as New Wildlife Sanctuary   [ 2004-10-10 10:38:02 ]   Land just outside Rondeau Park has been donated for perpetual protection after years of care by longtime Rondeau area family. Read More MNR TO MODERNIZE PROVINCIAL PARKS ACT   [ 2004-09-17 23:24:37 ]   The Minister of Natural Resources for Ontario has launched a major review of the province's parks legislation for the first time in 50 years. Read More Hurricane Frances Makes Her Way To Rondeau   [ 2004-09-08 21:40:16 ]   The trailing fragments of Hurricane Frances arrived in Rondeau on Wednesday, September 8, 2004. Read More "Worst Day of the Year" Party a Reluctant Annual Event   [ 2004-09-06 19:37:08 ]   A strange party has become an annual event and right of passage for a group of Rondeau Cottagers who remain in a state of denial each Labour Day. Read More Community Welcomes Bayview Back To Rondeau!   [ 2004-08-30 12:05:26 ]   Rondeau area residents were very excited to see the Bayview Market re-open its' doors after being completely rebuilt. Read More Rondeau Yacht Club Hosts Annual Pigroast Fundraiser   [ 2004-08-04 00:09:13 ]   The Rondeau Yacht club once again hosted their fantastic annual Pig Roast & Silent Auction on Saturday, July 31, 2004. Read More HullRaisers 2004: East Winds Show No Mercy!   [ 2004-07-27 18:44:43 ]   The sailing stars of Rondeau's Cottage Community put on a tremendous show on Saturday, July 24, 2004! Read More Bicycle Helmet & Sun Safety Clinics Being Held In August   [ 2004-07-18 23:00:46 ]   Chatham-Kent Public Health Unit, Chatham-Kent Police Service and Ontario Provincial Police will be conducting educational clinics in Rondeau Park this summer. Read More “Wardens For Wishes” Campaign Underway in Rondeau Park   [ 2004-07-15 23:07:36 ]   Rondeau Park Wardens are currently involved with the province-wide fundraiser for the Children’s Wish Foundation of Canada. Read More Addresses for correspondence are available on website   [ 2004-07-08 16:14:40 ]   Many of you have requested that we post some addresses for correspondence with officials responsible for matters in Rondeau Park. Read More Roots Festival "Beach Party" Coming to Rondeau Park   [ 2004-06-30 16:02:12 ]   The Chatham Capitol Theatre is proud to present the 2004 Roots Festival from July 4-11 at various venues throughout Chatham-Kent. Read More RCA Clothing Is Still Available!   [ 2004-06-28 21:57:14 ]   Don't be the last in your neck of the woods to sport some RCA clothing. Read More Tips For Prevention Against West Nile Virus   [ 2004-06-22 23:52:34 ]   As summer rolls around, so do the mosquitos. Here is some information to help you becomed informed while enjoying all that nature has to offer. Read More Great Hummingbird Pictures!   [ 2004-06-21 20:47:04 ]   Follow the cycle of Hummingbird hatchlings over a 24 day period... Read More Summer 2004 Members Newsletter Is In The Mail   [ 2004-06-10 17:43:59 ]   All members of the Rondeau Cottagers Association should receive their newsletter shortly. Read More Thames Institute of the Arts Offers Something Different   [ 2004-06-07 00:00:02 ]   Looking for something to do during the lazy days of summer this July? The Thames Institute of the Arts summer art retreat is a unique experience in this region of Ontario. Read More Bayview Market Beginning to Take Shape Again   [ 2004-05-28 09:45:49 ]   After a devastating fire, and several weeks of site demolition and cleanup, building of the "New & Improved" Bayview Market has begun. Read More We Want Your Family Story!   [ 2004-05-05 10:07:19 ]   The 2004-2005 Edition of the Rondeau Cottagers Association Membership Directory is in production phase and your story is needed. Read More Smeltorama Still Going Strong   [ 2004-05-02 13:50:43 ]   The Newell Family recently held their "Umpteenth Annual Smeltorama & 10th Annual Rondeau Euchre Tournament" with a loyal group of die-hard participants. Read More Bayview Market Demolished!   [ 2004-04-21 15:12:01 ]   Bayview Market demolished following early April fire. Read More Festival of Flight Takes Off   [ 2004-04-18 13:54:10 ]   Get on board the many birding activities at Rondeau, starting April 26th… Read More And the winner is.........?   [ 2004-04-07 14:53:40 ]   The results of our first online poll are in! Read More THINK SPRING - THINK GREEN!   [ 2004-04-07 12:20:36 ]   Spring is here! Time to open the cottage for many of us and re-establish our Rondeau activities. Read More Fire ruins Rondeau business   [ 2004-04-05 11:40:33 ]   Reprinted with permission from the Monday, April 5th, 2004 edition of the Chatham Daily News. Read More Rondeau Landmark Destroyed by Fire!   [ 2004-04-03 18:25:38 ]   Early morning fire destroys Bayview Market Read More MNR Proceeding With Spring Controlled Burns   [ 2004-04-03 14:21:11 ]   MNR experts will once again be carrying out prescribed burns in Rondeau Park this spring. Read More RCA Clothing Line Is On The Way   [ 2004-03-09 17:35:53 ]   An exciting line of Rondeau Cottagers Association clothing will soon be available. Read More Rondeau Deer Counters Get High Level Assistance   [ 2004-02-25 11:02:51 ]   Ministry takes to the skies with infrared technology. Read More No Shortage of Herd for Deer Count 2004   [ 2004-02-24 19:38:08 ]   Rondeau's deer herd appeared to be in abundance as volunteers tracked their numbers at the annual Deer Count 2004. Read More Summer Employment Opportunities For Rondeau Park   [ 2004-02-11 19:12:31 ]   Apply now for summer jobs with the Ministry of Natural Resources. Read More Looking to sell or buy a cottage in Rondeau?   [ 2004-02-02 13:28:16 ]   Check out the Real Estate page on our website! Read More Congratulations Rondeau Park Staff for a Successful 2003 Season   [ 2004-01-29 17:04:51 ]   On behalf of the RCA membership, we wish to extend our thanks for another job well done by Rondeau’s full and part time staff members for the 2003 season. Read More Check out our Photo Gallery!   [ 2004-01-20 12:00:54 ]   New photos have just been added! Read More RCA Website Makes the Short List!   [ 2004-01-15 08:56:13 ]   Cottage Life Magazine (an international publication) lists the RCA Website as one of their "recommended" Cottage Association Websites. Read More Rondeau Pavillion Featured in Woven Coverlet   [ 2003-12-22 20:37:36 ]   The Kiwanis Club of Chatham has commissioned the creation of a woven-cotton coverlet which depicts local historical buildings and people. Read More Helping Families One Cottage At A Time   [ 2003-12-18 19:46:27 ]   Cottage Dreams, a unique program for cancer survivors and their families has held its’ pilot season with a great deal of success. Read More Acting-MOH Job A Homecoming Of Sorts For Colby   [ 2003-12-17 18:39:57 ]   Professor of medicine was raised in Chatham, has cottage at Rondeau. Read More Aerial Photos of Rondeau Park Are Available!   [ 2003-12-09 18:11:11 ]   The Chatham Daily News recently commissioned a series of aerial photos of Chatham-Kent attractions, including Rondeau Provincial Park. Read More Clearing Up The Waterline Issue   [ 2003-11-05 20:32:38 ]   Cottagers did not vote in the two recent ballots to guage support for a waterline in South Kent. Read More Heritage Cottage Tour Raises Money and Awareness For Area Organizations   [ 2003-10-06 09:36:48 ]   The Rondeau Cottagers' Association recently donated proceeds from the 2003 Heritage Cottage Tour. Read More An End of Summer Tradition Brings Cottagers Together   [ 2003-09-09 11:36:08 ]   When the Fry's and Fullerton's host their annual Highland Games, its a sure sign that another Rondeau summer is ending. Read More 2003 Heritage Cottage Tour Enjoyed by Hundreds!   [ 2003-08-20 12:03:34 ]   Our 2nd annual Heritage Cottage Tour on Saturday August 16th attracted 300 participants who delighted in exploring the five architecturally interesting and historically significant cottages on this year’s schedule. Read More Cottagers 'Pig Out' at RYC Fundraiser   [ 2003-08-05 21:10:44 ]   Rondeau Yacht Club hosts another successful Pig Roast Read More Wedding In Rondeau   [ 2003-08-05 21:02:02 ]   RCA President & "First Lady" exchange vows in Rondeau Park. Read More Lake Erie A Sea of Sails   [ 2003-07-20 21:36:49 ]   Chris Carruthers "Seizes the Breeze" at the Annual Hullraisers Regatta. Read More Cottagers Accuse Government of Delay   [ 2003-07-16 21:25:30 ]   Association wants province to recognize consultant's report. Read More Cottage Property Healing   [ 2003-07-14 16:41:57 ]   Canadians donate more than $5 billion to various charities each year. Now, Ontario cottage owners may make unique real estate donations to cancer survivors and their families. Read More Noted Birder Praises Rondeau’s Unspoiled Environment   [ 2003-05-24 21:40:24 ]   “Rondeau is still much like it was many years ago…” Read More Prescribed Burns Conducted in Rondeau   [ 2003-04-30 10:18:22 ]   On April 29 & 30, 2003, Ministry of Natural Resources Staff conducted prescribed burns in Rondeau Park. Read More "I'm From Rondeau..."   [ 2003-04-29 21:20:46 ]   Each time you deal with a local business, make a practise of mentioning you’re from Rondeau. Read More Tips For Prevention Against West Nile Virus   [ 2003-03-31 23:52:19 ]   Keeping WNV's risk in perspective, adopting preventative practises and recognizing the symptoms, should they occur, will make for an enjoyable cottage experience...... Read More Destruction In Rondeau Is A Wake-Up Call For Community   [ 2003-03-31 15:37:28 ]   The recent destruction of five heritage cottages in Rondeau Provincial Park should serve as an early warning for the entire Chatham-Kent community. Read More Tips For A Healthy Septic System   [ 2003-03-06 00:28:04 ]   With the 2004 cottaging season rapidly approaching, here are some handy tips to keep your system in tip-top condition. Read More Native Species Plant List Is Available   [ 2003-03-04 17:29:08 ]   Rondeau Cottagers Association encourages members to plant native species on cottage lots. Read More   Total hits: 123527 Total unique visitors: 20465 Today's hits: 81 Today's unique visitors hosts: 35