 
A message to our camping families from Ron and Reen Plante: As another season comes to a close we would like to take this opportunity to reflect back on the most successful season ever! We held ten events through out the season to benefit the local Ronald McDonald House, this was a major undertaking. Thanks to all of you, we were able to raise a WHOPPING $11,000.00. The first event was the Walk-A Thon chaired by Kevin and Joan Flanaghan which raised $459.00. A Go-to Jail Night brought in $1054.00. This event was chaired by Louise Perry and Buffy Oster. Next, our annual Auction chaired by Dave and Maryellen Cambio which raised a record $1911.00. On August 2nd the children and families of the Ronald McDonald House came to Sunsetview for a day of fun and food. The spirit and dedication of our camping families was never more evident then it was on this occasion. Everyone in the campground rose to support this huge endeavor. Thirty-five of our children and thirty adults participated in this event. That evening the children hosted a Spaghetti Supper, chaired by Kevin and Joan Flanaghan. A total of $1148.00 was collected. Linda Quinn donated a pasta basket to raffle, which brought in $232.00. We would like to thank Linda Quinn and Eddie Marchette for supplying and driving the bus that brought the Ronald McDonald House contingent to the campground. We would like to thank the Bingo and Pokeno Workers for raising the $238.00, Ray Taft and his Dart Players for raising $279.00, Bill Rochford and his Horseshoe Players for raising $650.00, and Carol and Donna for raising $151.00 with the Car Show 50/50 Raffle. Thank you to Ron and Linda Beaulieu for raising $1267.00 on our Weekly 50/50 Raffle and many thanks to Royetta Dionne and Joan Hammon for raising $3507.00 on the Chinese Raffle. A record 159 campers volunteered and participated in these events, too many to mention by name, but we know who you are. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for all your help. We also want to thank the staff for all their help through these endeavors. Special thanks to Lisa, Steve and Donna. We could not have done this with out your help. Thank you and God Bless, Ron and Rene.
Labor Day
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We would like to thank the members of the "Get It Done" crew who built and ran our Spook Ride on Saturday, August 23, 2008. Because of all of your efforts we raised $1,200.00!! All proceeds this year will go to The Multiple Sclerosis Society's Hike and Bike in the Berkshires this September. It is a cause that is very important to us; as our own DJ Bonnie is afflicted with this debilitating disease. By having purchased a ticket, you have sponsored Robin and Bonnie in the MS Bike and Hike event. Thank you to our hardworking crew who loaded the rides, cleaned the restrooms, and patrolled the park. The evening went so smoothly. Thank you, thank you, and thank you, to all! Much appreciation to everyone who bought tickets; you made everything and everyone's efforts so worthwhile! Here are some behind the scenes photos!
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Previously in 2008...
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We are all looking forward to another great year of fundraising for the local chapter of The Ronald McDonald House. Ron and Rene have a lot of things planned for this season, here are some highlights:
On April 26, 2008, the campground kids were invited to come and tour The Ronald McDonald House to see first hand where all the monies raised go to work helping families from all over the world. Here are some photos to share from that day.
We want to thank Jennifer Putman for her hospitality, and for the great pizza! A big thank you goes out to Linda Quinn for providing the bus. And of course, we could not do any of this without our fearless leader, Ron Plante. After our tour, we all got back on the bus and Ron said, who wants to put on the Spaghetti Supper this year, and all the kids yelled WE DO!!! We are so proud of their enthusiasm!!! Be sure to dine with them on Saturday August 2, 2008.
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