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BALANCING THE CROSS OF LIFE: LOVE, WORSHIP, WORK, PLAY JEANNE AND KURT MACKIE
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Ten Cordillera Ranch junior golfers, representing a total of five schools, led their high school golf teams to victories during the 2020-2021 school year, and excelled in individual competitions as well.
Texans know a good brisket when they taste one. The right equipment, techniques, excellent cuts of meat and tips from Cordillera’s pitmaster Greg Lopez can make you the master of your own grill.
Horses may be one of the best tools for fostering healthy, well-adjusted children, and the Equestrian Club instructors love to share their knowledge and passion of horsemanship.
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BALANCING THE CROSS OF LIFE: LOVE, WORSHIP, WORK, PLAY Jeanne and Kurt Mackie have instilled this philosophy in their four children, and now as doting grandparents, plan to continue their guiding principle with their three — and counting — grandchildren.
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54 PREPARING FOR HUNTING IN THE OFF SEASON
14 WELCOME LETTER
58 BIRDING IN CORDILLERA RANCH
18 CALENDAR
60 “DO OR DO NOT, THERE IS NO TRY.” — YODA
20 RANCH SCENE
62 ENTREPRENEURIAL SPIRIT
22 STAFF PROFILE - ZANE TREFT
64 MORE THAN JUST A MEAL
32 TOURNAMENT SEASON AT THE GOLF CLUB
68 DESIGNING LIFESTYLES — LIFESTYLE BY STADLER
38 STAYING ON COURSE
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CORDILLERA RANCH ACTIVITY IS HOTTER THAN FIREWORKS DURING A TEXAS SUMMER! SALES HIGHLIGHTS We’ve had record sales so far in 2021. There were more lot sales in the first five months of 2021 than any entire calendar year in the 23-year history of Cordillera Ranch. That equates to a 619% increase in total lot sales in 2021 compared to the same period in 2020. Year-to-date sales in 2021 are 15% higher than 2018, 2019 and 2020 combined. The number of home sales were also strong for the first five months of 2021 marking a 56% increase over the same period in 2020. The average home sale price so far in 2021 is $1.7MM. Homes built by our Preferred Builders continue to have the best resale value ($307 per square foot), outpacing non-Preferred Builders ($245 per square foot); this 29% premium in resale value is just one of the many reasons why so many Cordillera Ranch buyers choose to build with a Preferred Builder. HOME CONSTRUCTION The frenetic pace of home construction in 2021 continues with the Architectural Review Committee processing 133 homes at various stages. As of publication, 40 homes are Under Construction (16 in Clubs Village, 18 in the Ranch areas and 6 in The Springs); nine more homes have been Approved to Start; and another 84 are in Design Review. Of those going through Design Review, 28 are in Clubs Village; 35 are in the Ranch areas; and 21 are in The Springs. DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY Phase 2 of The Springs is almost complete with 52 of the 54 lots offered in that area SOLD before completion of roads and utilities. Phase 3 of The Springs will be released early this fall and features panoramic view lots with rear exposures to the south and southeast; stunning hard wood trees; creek and park front lots; and 5+ acre Equestrian Estates. Our newest offering in Clubs Village features 1-2+ acre homesites with the most premier views in that area. And our latest release in the 3-4+ acre lot gated enclave of Cordillera Ridge features the highest elevation properties in Cordillera Ranch with the longest views ever offered. Things are just heating up with no signs of cooling off. Get OUT here now!
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PUBLISHERS: Cordillera Ranch Development Corporation Traveling Blender, LLC CORDILLERA RANCH DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION Charlie Hill – President cphill@cordilleraranch.com DIRECTOR OF ADVERTISING Sara Hill 210.332.8628 shill@cordilleraranch.com EDITOR Trisha Doucette trisha@travelingblender.com EDITORIAL DEVELOPMENT TEAM Barry Denton, Marc DeWall, Debbie Pepper, Shane Reynolds, Deserae Burnett CREATIVE DIRECTOR Tim Shaw – The Shaw Creative theshawcreative@me.com CORDILLERA RANCH SALES 830.336.3570 info@cordilleraranch.com The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch 830.336.9000 Feature article photography by David Teran Photography 210.650.2428 :: www.davidteran.com Cordillera Ranch Living is published bi-monthly through a joint venture between Cordillera Ranch Development Corporation and Traveling Blender, LLC. No reproduction in any form is authorized without the consent of both Cordillera Ranch Development Corporation and Traveling Blender, LLC. Cordillera Ranch Living is a registered trademark of Cordillera Ranch Development Corporation. 808 Highway 46 E, Boerne, Texas 78006. Printed in the USA. All rights reserved 2021. No responsibility is assumed for unsolicited submissions. Manuscripts, photographs, and other submitted material can be acknowledged or returned if accompanied by a self-addressed, stamped envelope. The content contained does not necessarily reflect the opinions and views of Cordillera Ranch Development Corporation, Traveling Blender, LLC, or Cordillera Ranch residents. Cordillera Ranch Development Corporation and Traveling Blender, LLC assumes no liability for misinformation, omissions, or errors.
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The Clubhouse The Clubhouse provides spectacular settings for special occasions, cocktails, entertaining guests and enjoying family dinners. To-Go orders are available by calling the Club receptionist.
C-STAR RANCH MENU
POOLSIDE DINING MENU
BREAKFAST MENU
Available in the Main Dining Room, Twin Sisters Lounge and Twin Sisters Patio Tuesday-Thursday, 11:00am to 2:00pm, 5:00pm to 9:00pm Friday-Saturday, 11:00am to 2:00pm, 5:00pm to 10:00pm Sunday, 11:00am to 2:00pm, 5:00pm to 8:00pm Dining from 2:00pm to 5:00pm is available in the Twin Sisters Lounge and Twin Sisters Patio.
Available at the Swim Club Tuesdays-Sundays, 12:00pm to 8:00pm
Available in the Main Dining Room Saturday-Sunday, 9:00am to 2:00pm Available in the Twin Sisters Lounge Saturday-Sunday, 11:00am-2:00pm
Wednesday Evenings
CORDILLERA RANCH GOLD RUSH, PRIME RIB BUFFET AND WEEKLY WINE PICKS Every Wednesday we draw a member’s name from our membership roster. If that person or anyone in their immediate family is in the main Clubhouse at the time of the drawing, they will be awarded the current Club credit. $50 is added to the next week’s drawing if the winner is not present. Our Prime Rib Buffet is the perfect accompaniment for Jeffrey’s wine picks of the week. Sample new wines to purchase and enjoy that evening or to take home.
Thursday-Saturday Evenings
Sundays
Tuesdays, Thursdays, Sundays
Join us for an unparalleled fine dining experience spotlighting our chef’s finest steak and seafood features. On Friday evenings, enjoy live entertainment from 6:30pm to 9:30pm. Advance reservations are strongly suggested. The Signature Dining Menu is available in the Main Dining Room, Twin Sisters Lounge and Twin Sisters Patio, 5:00pm to 10:00pm.
Remember when Mom used to cook Sunday family meals? We do! Join us at the Club for some home-style cookin’! $15.95++ for adults and $8.95++ for children ages 10 and under, from 11:00am to 8:00pm.
Delicious family dinners are a convenient and affordable way to enjoy a variety of menu options, including fish specials, that feed up to four people for $28.95++. Place orders through the Club receptionist or Cordillera Ranch Mobile App for curbside pick-up or delivery, 11:00am to 8:00pm.
SIGNATURE DINING MENU
FAMILY MEAL FEATURE
FAMILY MEALS TO-GO
For dining and special event reservations, please contact the Club receptionist at 830.336.9000 or receptionist@cordilleraranch.com, or you may reserve your spot through the Cordillera Ranch mobile app or online at Clubsofcordilleraranch.com. For golf events, please contact Camille Ferguson at 830.336.9165 or cferguson@cordilleraranch.com. For tennis events, please contact the Tennis Club at 830.336.4823.
EVENTS July 2 :: Name That Tune Night
August 24 & 25 :: Adult Tennis Boot Camp
Time: 6:00 to 8:00pm How well do you know music? This interactive trivia game will be broken into different music genres such as 1980’s Country, Disney, Today’s Pop and more, played by our fabulous DJ! Sign your crew up and be ready to laugh, dance and have fun! Reserve your table of six, or we will do our best to pair you with another group. This is great for all ages! Enjoy dinner, drink features and prizes! Advance reservations are required through the Club receptionist.
Time: 9:00 to 11:00am All levels are welcome for two mornings of drills, fitness, play-based drills and match play. Contact the Tennis Club for details.
July 3 :: RED, WHITE & BLUE POOL PARTY Time: 11:00am to 3:00pm Bring the whole family to our annual 4th of July pool party celebration! We’ll have games for the kids, an incredible Independence Day-themed buffet and our fabulous DJ to play all of your favorite summer tunes! (With some fun cocktails to enjoy!) The pool will be open until 8:00pm. Advance reservations are required through the Club receptionist.
August 28 :: Movie Night At The Pool Time: 8:30pm Bring the entire family for Movie Night by the pool! Sit back and relax with drink specials, popcorn and kid movie packs while we watch our featured movie. Please sign up with the Club receptionist.
August 29 :: Back-To-School Kids’ Play Day Time: 12:00 to 2:00pm Join us for drills, games and pizza! Contact the Tennis Club for details.
July 19-22 :: Golf Course Maintenance Aerify and Vericut the fairways and tees.
July 23 :: Name That Tune Night Time: 6:00 to 8:00pm How well do you know music? This interactive trivia game will be broken into different music genres such as 1980’s Country, Disney, Today’s Pop and more, played by our fabulous DJ! Sign your crew up and be ready to laugh, dance and have fun! Reserve your table of six, or we will do our best to pair you with another group. This is great for all ages! Enjoy dinner, drink features and prizes! Advance reservations are required through the Club receptionist.
July 29 :: Wine Dinner Time: 6:30 to 9:30pm Location: Main Dining Room Join us for an intimate wine dinner. Executive Chef Isaac Cantu and his culinary team will craft a custom menu to pair with remarkable wines. Advance reservations are required through the Club receptionist.
July 31 :: Movie Night At The Pool Time: 8:30pm Bring the entire family for Movie Night by the pool! Sit back and relax with drink specials, popcorn and kid movie packs while we watch our featured movie. Please sign up with the Club receptionist.
August 17 :: Wine Dinner Time: 6:30 to 9:30pm Location: Main Dining Room Join us for an intimate wine dinner. Executive Chef Isaac Cantu and his culinary team will craft a custom menu to pair with remarkable wines. Advance reservations are required through the Club receptionist.
Pool Hours Of Operation
July 1 - August 8: All pool amenities will be available including lifeguards, towel service, and poolside food and beverage service from 12:00pm to 8:00pm.
August 10 – 13: The pool will be operational with a swim at your own risk from 12:00pm to 8:00pm with towel service and poolside food and beverage service. August 14 & 15, August 21 & 22, August 28 & 29, September 4, 5 & 6: The pools will be fully operational from 12:00pm to 8:00pm including lifeguards, towel service, and poolside food and beverage service.
September 6: Labor Day, The Club will be open. This is the final day for lifeguard, towel service, and poolside food and beverage service from 12:00pm to 8:00pm.
Monday’s ALL POOLS CLOSED: (with exception of May 31 and September 6)
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MEMORIAL DAY POOL PARTY
Photos by Club Photographer Kelsey Grudle
STAFF PROFILE
ZANE TREFT
Agronomy Foreman YEARS AT CORDILLERA RANCH: 2 ½ years HOMETOWN: El Paso WHAT PAST EXPERIENCES PREPARED YOU FOR WORK IN AGRONOMY? I had no prior experience in Agronomy before Cordillera Ranch. I fell in love with Agronomy and this field of work here. My plan is to someday be in the position like Kris’ and Stu’s level in the industry. WHAT DO YOU LIKE MOST ABOUT WORKING AT CORDILLERA RANCH? I absolutely love the people and the environment. Everyone is so nice and welcoming, not to mention it’s such a beautiful place. Watching the sunrise every morning is something I think everyone should see. WHAT SPARKED THE IDEA TO START YOUR SERIES OF VIDEOS SHOWING YOUR DAY-TO-DAY WORK ON THE GOLF COURSE? I got the idea to start posting videos of what I do every day just for fun and I thought maybe a couple people would find them enjoyable to watch. YOU HAVE QUITE THE SOCIAL MEDIA PRESENCE. WHAT SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS ARE YOU ON AND HOW MANY FOLLOWERS DO YOU HAVE? Currently I am only posting on TikTok but I’m looking to expand to other platforms like Instagram, YouTube, etc. My most viewed video has 31.6 million views, 25,200 comments and 24,300 shares. Currently I have 279,800 followers. If you haven’t seen the profile, check out @golfcoursemaintenance on TikTok. DO YOU EVER REFERENCE THE CLUBS OF CORDILLERA RANCH IN YOUR VIDEOS? Yes, I do! In my first couple of videos, I was just posting content
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but as my videos were picking up traction people started asking where I was located. Now everyone who is following me knows The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch! THE MUSIC IN YOUR VIDEOS COVERS INTERESTING GENRES. HOW DID YOUR KNOWLEDGE AND TASTE IN MUSIC DEVELOP AND HOW DO YOU SELECT THE MUSIC FOR YOUR VIDEOS? It’s a combination of music I grew up with and what I think will fit best with each video. I enjoy just about every genre of music so it is fun to share with people, not just what I do, but my taste in music as well. WHAT ARE YOUR OTHER HOBBIES OR INTERESTS? I enjoy just about everything having to do with the outdoors. But that does not mean I don’t love to just stay in and stuff my face with pizza and watch a good movie (My favorite movie, hands down, has to be Interstellar). WHAT’S ON YOUR BUCKET LIST? To travel all around the world and see as much as I possibly can. Ride in a hot air balloon, skydive, scuba dive, etc. You know, the basic 20-something-year-old Bucket List stuff. IF YOU HAD SIX MONTHS OF NO OBLIGATIONS OR FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES, WHAT WOULD YOU DO WITH YOUR TIME? To be honest with you, I wouldn’t know what I would do with my time other than spending it with family and loved ones. Also, backpack across the country and experience as much as I could without spending a dime. Zane Treft is a foreman in The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch Agronomy department and leads the team while working side-by-side with them. He was the May, 2021 Employee of the Month and has been an instrumental part of the team every day in both work ethic, morale and keeping the atmosphere light and fun. You can find his videos @golfcoursemaintenance on the TikTok app.
BALANCING THE CROSS OF LIFE: LOVE, WORSHIP, WORK, PLAY Jeanne and Kurt Mackie By Angela Rabke :: Photography by David Teran
Jeanne and Kurt Mackie have often reminded their children that a good life is a balance of love, worship, work and play. The life they have built together sets an example of such balance.
It was during a couples’ golf trip to the Hill Country in the 90s that Kurt and Jeanne fell in love with the area. “We knew that this is where we wanted to be someday,” shares Jeanne. The pair made many trips to the Hill Country and visited many areas before a friend recommended that they check out Cordillera Ranch. As soon as they did, plans for their relocation began. They just had to wait for the right timing.
Kurt was born in Nebraska, one of nine children. He spent his early years in California before his family headed back to Nebraska. While he was in high school, he became a competitive gymnast, eventually earning a spot on the team at the University of Nebraska where he was an NCAA All-American, and placed 5th in the entire nation in rings. His interest in gymnastics can be credited to a former neighbor who introduced Kurt and four of his siblings to the sport when he was in junior high. While he stopped competing once he entered dental school, his passion for gymnastics never fizzled. After he began his career, he volunteered at a local gym coaching boys’ gymnastics, and he often travels with former teammates to observe national competitions. After graduation, he entered the University of Nebraska College of Dentistry, where he was commissioned with the United States Public Health Service at the rank of Captain. It was at the College of Dentistry that Kurt and Jeanne’s paths would intersect. “I was born in Nebraska, but we moved to Iowa when I was ten,” she says. Eventually, though, she returned for college at the University of Nebraska, where she pursued her degree in Education, and met Kurt at the dental college where she was assisting graduate students in their research in the Advanced Dental Periodontic Program. The two were married in 1981, and after Kurt completed his Doctorate in Dental Surgery, they headed to Harlingen, Texas where he was stationed as the Director of Su Clinica Familia. What began as a three-year obligation with the US Public Health Service turned into almost 35 years. After completing his three years, Dr. Mackie opened a private
practice and the couple raised their four children in South Texas. “It was a bit of a shock at first, after growing up in the Midwest,” she laughs. “…but we eventually got used to the hotter temperatures and our plans to move back to Nebraska changed, although we never miss the chance to attend Nebraska football games. We are still fans of the Big Red!” When they had initially made plans to leave Harlingen for the hills in 2015, Kurt sold his practice with an eye on retirement. But his passion for dentistry led him to open Kurt D Mackie, DDS, Distinctive Dentistry in Boerne. His dental assistant of over 38 years also got hooked on the Hill Country and made the move as well. Jeanne, who had worked behind the scenes in the office in the past, prepared their close-knit family for the exciting transition. Already members of The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch and lot owners in the community, they settled in Boerne before deciding to scrap plans to build and bought a home in Cordillera Ranch in 2020. With four grown children, three grandchildren and another on the way in July, the move came at a perfect time. Being a part of Cordillera Ranch and of the larger Hill Country community is ideal for frequent family visits. The Mackie’s three sons, two A&M grads and one Baylor grad, live in Houston, while their daughter, a Baylor grad, is in Waco — but the siblings all find the time to visit each other and their parents whenever they can. They are most proud of their kids and their many accomplishments. Jonathan, their oldest, is in oil and gas, and his wife Elizabeth is a physician’s assistant. The couple’s son, Hart, is six months old. Their son David is in commercial construction management, and his wife Danielle has
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her master’s in Special Education. They are parents to two-yearold Henry and baby Nora. Their third son, Stephen, is in civil construction, and their daughter Mary works in public relations and marketing. Her husband Matthew is in patent finance, and they are expecting their first baby. With so many busy careers, it is no wonder the family relishes relaxing times together. Kurt and the boys do head back south once and a while, as they built a fishing cabin north of Port Mansfield when the boys were in high school. “We try to spend as much time there, fly fishing and relaxing as our schedules allow,” Kurt says. “It’s a little piece of heaven.” The couple are avid hikers, and love to travel to Arizona and Colorado to explore. For all of their travels, though, they are thrilled to find a home that brings their love of outdoor activity right to their front door. “There are so many options here, whether it’s horseback riding or golfing, community clubs or the fitness area. We love to hike all over the place, whether it’s here or someplace like Lost Maples. We’re an outdoorsy family, and especially love the river activities, like kayaking through Cordillera and fishing at Swede Creek. It’s so easy because we have the Outfitter Center, and they provide the kayaks and pick you up,” says Jeanne. The relaxed pace of the area hasn’t slowed the couple down. Jeanne has enjoyed devoting her time to the Junior League, American Heart Association, the United Way and Kendall County Women’s Shelter. But P.E.O. (Philanthropic Educational Organ-
ization) is really where she devotes most of her generous energy these days. P.E.O. is a philanthropic organization where women celebrate the advancement of women and educate through scholarships, grants and loans, and motivate women to achieve their highest aspirations. “We interview candidates who are eligible to apply for our projects, which include loans for those who are pursuing their master’s or doctoral degree, grants for continuing education and scholarships for high school seniors who are pursuing post-secondary education. We then submit the applications to the international office in Iowa for selection. When we moved from Harlingen, I transferred to Chapter IT in Boerne,” says Jeanne. In addition to running his busy dental practice, Kurt is deeply involved in the STEM program at the local high schools. STEM is a national curriculum based on the idea of educating students in one of the four disciplines — science, technology, engineering and mathematics, including computer science. It focuses on developing higher thinking skills by connecting classroom learning to the real world. The STEM program was already implemented when the Mackie’s moved to Boerne, but a meeting with the leaders of the program led to a committee appointment concentrating on further growth and development for the Boerne high schools. Kurt has received statewide recognition for leadership and development of the Boerne program. He also sponsors two students at his office each school year in which they observe and participate in appropriate clinical and laboratory functions. “It is rewarding to see some of the students deciding to enter the dental field after spending time at the office,” he shares. STEM leadership is a natural extension of his professional pursuits. His interest in conservative oral soft tissue and bone healing led to the recent development and subsequent patent of an oral device utilizing red/near infrared photobiomodulation. Kurt’s device is designed to treat autoimmune diseases that have soft tissue pathology for which there is no cure and requires frequent treatments to manage inflammation and pain. The device has been FDA approved and is undergoing continuing research with a major dental manufacturer for distribution and patient utilization. Kurt took an interest in complex restorative dentistry through the prestigious L.D. Pankey Institute in Key Biscayne, Florida. After completing the entire continuum, he was offered a position as a visiting teaching assistant at the Institute. He has completed numerous hours of continuing education in which he achieved Fellowship, and then Mastership in the Academy of General Dentistry, and he has lectured nationally on the restoration of dental implants. The couple celebrates 40 years of marriage this year, with no plans of slowing down. “We love our new jobs as grandparents, and we have our car set on autopilot to Houston!” says Jeanne. They are also planning a trip to the Caribbean for later this summer. In the meantime, they can be spotted around town at the Cypress Grill or Dienger Trading Company when they’re not busy taking advantage of the many outside activities that drew them to Boerne and Cordillera Ranch, and always keeping their balance between love, worship, work and play.
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GOLF
TOURNAMENT SEASON at the Golf Club
Spring and early summer are busy at the Golf Club with a number of tournaments and other events. Fortunately, we got lucky with the weather and dodged the rain on most days. Thanks to all that participated and congratulations to this year’s champions. By Corey Roberson officially started with three of the 9-hole matches being played and the last two matches on Saturday. All flight winners advanced to the Lonestar Shootout on Saturday afternoon. Two teams were eliminated on each of the first three holes leaving us with the reigning champions Jeff Smith and Vance Smith vs. Steve Cruse and Tyler Hersperger. Jeff and Vance made C-Star history by winning the Lonestar Shootout for a second time and were crowned the 2021 C-Star Champions.
ery/Vanderpool and Harkness/Story made it to #18 to battle for the highly coveted Championship Belts. Vanderpool smoked a driver right down the middle to leave his partner 125 yards away from the green. Story also hit a good drive down the right side that got an unfortunate bounce and hung on the hill leaving his partner with a tough shot. Harkness grabbed a 9-iron and attempted to hit a cut with the ball above his feet to a tucked right hole location — he clipped it great, but needed one more stick and ended up in the bunker. Emery hit a conservative wedge shot to the front edge of the green leaving his partner easy work for par. Harkness/Story drew a poor lie in the bunker which led to a low stress victory for Emery/Vanderpool. Congratulations to our 2021 El Compadre Champions, Glenn Emery and Nick Vanderpool.
RANCH ROUND-UP LADIES MEMBER-GUEST Top, Jeff Smith and Vance Smith. Bottom, Steve Cruse and Tyler Hersperger.
C-STAR MEMBER-GUEST April 22-24 This annual event kicked off with an optional practice round followed by an 18hole putting contest and finished with five 9-hole matches and the Lonestar Shootout. The Stag Party on Thursday night is a fun tradition for the guys and this year it was a big hit — we partnered with USA Boxing to host six sanctioned amateur boxing matches. Our very own James Sherwood called all the fights, and the men and women fighting put on a fantastic show! On Friday morning the tournament
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Glenn Emery and Nick Vanderpool
May 11-13 This year we had 22 teams (44 players) that competed in a Net Best Ball Stableford format over 36 holes. We intended to
EL COMPADRE MEMBER-MEMBER May 7-8 We had 36 teams (72 players) competing this year. The teams were broken into six flights and played four formats over the course of 36 holes (best ball, shamble, scramble, alternate shot). It all really came down to the Alternate Shot round where scores ranged from 37 to 52. Flight winners advanced to the Shootout where we started on hole #16 and eliminated two teams on #16 and #17. The teams of Em-
Janice Brazil and Lesley Matuszak
have a 9-hole Putting Contest on Tuesday afternoon but Mother Nature interrupted our plans. The ladies faced some tough conditions on Wednesday after we received almost two inches of rain the night before. Thankfully, our Agronomy team was able to rebuild the bunkers and get the golf course back in great shape. The field was broken into four flights and the flight winners advanced to the Shootout that started on #16. The Reardon/Schuster team was eliminated on #16 after the Mariachi band distracted Schuster on a tough putt. Hole #17 came strong with the drama — Brazil/Matuszak had an 8-footer that was a must make while Dommert/ Smith had a 4-footer to tie them and force a chip-off. Brazil drained the 8-footer and Smith narrowly missed the 4-footer. The last two teams standing on #18 were Long/Helms and Brazil/Matuszak. It all came down to another must-make putt for Brazil — this time it was a downhill 3-footer with a little bend to the right. Brazil hit a great putt that caught the left lip and dropped for the victory! Congratulations to our 2021 Ranch Round-Up Champions, Janice Brazil and Lesley Matuszak.
Men’s Match Play Champion – Phillip Earnest Men’s First Flight – David Cottrell Men’s Second Flight – Steve Stroud Men’s Third Flight – Jay Harpole Men’s Fourth Flight – Richard Jackson Ladies’ Match Play Champion – Yana Dommert Ladies’ First Flight – Crystal Watts Ladies’ Second Flight – Lisa E. Miller
Counterclockwise from top left: Nick Mumford, Paul Hester, Jerry Merk and Doug Bird.
SENIOR CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP From top: Everett Cook and Hayes Hutton
JUNIOR CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP
Phillip Earnest and Yana Yommert
MATCH PLAY CHAMPIONSHIP, MEN’S AND LADIES’ Played over the months of March, April and May, the field was divided into brackets of eight, with players scheduling their own matches within defined windows. This year, we introduced a ladies’ division. Congratulations to our Champions, Phillip Earnest and Yana Dommert.
almost got into some trouble on #16 but made an incredible up-and-down from over the green on his way to claiming his first Junior Club Championship. This will also be his last as Hayes will be attending Texas State this fall to continue his golf career.
June 12-13 We had four players in the 13 & Under Division that was contested over 36-holes from the Teal tees. Everett Cook claimed the championship with rounds of 101 and 98. Tommy Turturro rallied on the second day with a 10-shot improvement to finish second and Harlen Mangum came in third. Walker West finished fourth but his second round was 15 shots lower than his first! In the 14 & Over Division, we had four young men competing for their name on the rock in the Champions Gallery. Price Hill had a 1-shot lead over Hayes Hutton after the first round, but the two found themselves tied through 9-holes on day two. Hayes made birdie on #11 to gain a 1-shot lead then his tee shot found the penalty area on #12 and he saved bogey. Meanwhile, Price found the penalty area with his second shot on #12 and made double bogey. After birdies on #13 and #14, Hayes found himself with a 4-shot lead over Price. Hayes
June 12-13 In the Super Senior Division (65+), Jerry Merck captured the gross title for the second year in a row with rounds of 87-82 for a two-day total of 25-over par. He bested Bill Haywood by 3 shots. On the net side, Paul “General” Hester was victorious over John Iacuone by 5 shots. The General fired a second-round net 63! In the Senior Division, 21 men competed for the overall championship and to have their name carved in the Champions Gallery. Doug Bird won the net competition and was in contention for gross. He beat Scott Weisberg (2nd Place) by 1 shot and Jack Dempsey (3rd) by 4 shots. All three of these gentlemen joined the Club within the last year! On the gross side, Jeff Smith carded a 75 in the first round to sleep on a 1-shot lead over Nick Mumford and 2-shot lead over Doug Bird. On day two, Mumford got it going early with a 1-under par 35 on the front nine while Smith and Bird lagged behind with 41 each. Mumford managed to extend his lead through the back nine to 10 shots over Jeff Smith and won his second Senior Club Championship.
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GOLF
THE ONES TO WATCH Cordillera Ranch junior golfers lead their high school golf teams to victories. By Corey Roberson, Director of Golf
Cordillera Ranch is uniquely positioned within the Boerne Independent School District so that high school students can choose to attend either Boerne High or Boerne Champion, in addition to private school options like TMI and Geneva. Over the years, many of our youth have contributed to the sports teams at these schools and this year was a big one for golf. All of the juniors highlighted below are members at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch.
Daniel Stripling
Jacob King
Before we dive into the highlights, it’s important to understand how team golf works in high school. A high school golf team may have any number of players determined by the school, but only five players play as a team in each tournament. Of those five, only the four lowest scores are combined to create the team score. Additionally, there is an individual competition in each event. We’ll start with the Boerne Champion Charger Boys Golf Team who won District and Regionals this year which qualified them for the UIL 5A State Championship. Cordillera Ranch members Daniel Stripling, Jacob King and Zach Heffernan represented three out of the five players on the team. All three young men were seniors this year and contributed heavily to the success of the team. Daniel Stripling fired a final round 68 at State, but
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Zach Heffernan
unfortunately the team finished in 2nd Place by one shot. Daniel plans to study finance and business and will be a part of the McFerrin Entrepreneurship program at A&M while attending Blinn. Jacob King finished 2nd individually at District and Regionals, and won the individual title at the Stampede Invitational. Last fall, Jacob committed to the University of New Mexico to play golf and further his education. Zach Heffernan is a very accomplished junior player as he’s won the Texas Junior Amateur (back-to-back years), the AJGA KJ Choi Championship and is a 3-time Cordillera Ranch Junior Club Champion. Zach individually won District and Regionals this year, and finished T-6 at the State tournament. To further his golf career and education, Zach will be attending Baylor University this fall.
Bridgett Joeris On the girls’ side for Boerne Champion, new Club member Bridgett Joeris was a welcomed new addition to the team. This was her first and last year at Boerne Champion as she just moved to the area and graduated this year. Bridgett helped the team finish 2nd at District, 2nd at Regionals and 3rd at State. This marked the highest finish in the State Championship for the Lady Chargers in program history! Bridgett will be attending Tarleton State this fall to continue her golf career and advance her education.
Hayes Hutton
Colton Hoegemeyer
Braden Baize
The Boerne High boys team had a great year as well. They finished 3rd at District and Regionals which qualified them for the UIL 4A State Championship where they placed 9th. The Boys Greyhound Golf Team was led by Cordillera Ranch members Colton Hoegemeyer and Braden Baize. Colton, who is 16 years old and will be a junior next year, summed up the year by saying, “The opportunity to compete with my teammates at the State Tournament was the highlight of the year.” This summer, Colton will be competing in several regional STPGA junior golf tournaments and is looking forward to another two years with the Greyhound Golf Team. Braden is also 16 years old and assisted the team by finishing 3rd at District and 5th at Regionals individually. Braden is a multi-sport athlete but will put a heavy focus on golf this summer by competing in STPGA, TJGT and AJGA events. The Boys Golf Team is young as three sophomores and one freshman made up four of the five-player team. Look for big things to come out of this squad over the next couple of years.
Price Hill
On the private school side, Geneva School of Boerne also had a stand-out year. The team finished 2nd at the TAPPS 5A State Championship and were led by Cordillera Ranch members Hayes Hutton and Price Hill. Hayes was a senior this year and capped off his high school career by winning the District tournament individually. He will be attending Texas State in the fall to further his golf career and education. Price is 16 years old and just completed his sophomore year. The highlight of Price’s year was a Holein-One on #16 at Cordillera Ranch and shooting a final round 66 at the Texas Masters. He’s looking forward to a lot of tournament golf this summer — especially the Texas Father-Son Tournament at Crown Colony.
Everett Cook One of our younger members, Everett Cook, is 12 years old and attends TMI. Everett is at the very beginning of his golf career and the future looks bright as he finished 2nd in his first two tournaments and then won the District Championship.
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Outside of the Boerne area, Christopher Robishaw plays high school golf for Houston Memorial High School. The Robishaw family lives primarily in Houston but spends some time at Cordillera Ranch as well. Christopher is 17 years old, will be a senior next year and is a National Honors Society member. The Boys Mustang High School Golf Team won a couple events this season and Christopher finished runner-up individually at both. He’s got an active summer coming up with golf tournaments, service work and a mission trip. Christopher Robishaw
Boerne Champion Charger Girls Varsity Golf Team, L-R: Savannah Dupre, Bridgett Joeris, Emma Finger, Mason Rawls, Halle Vandersloot
Boerne High Greyhound Boys Varsity Golf Team, L-R: Derek Nasis, Cole Gentry, Colton Hoegemeyer, Braden Baize, Jordan Smith Boerne Champion Charger Boys Varsity Golf Team, L-R: Coach Alamillo, Will Williamson, Zach Heffernan, Daniel Stripling, Jacob King, Coach Sweatman
Congratulations to our junior golfers for leading their teams in a successful school year. Keep these kids on your radar – they are all ones to watch.
Corey Roberson is the Director of Golf at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. He can be reached at croberson@ cordilleraranch.com or 830.336.4653. 36 | JULY/AUGUST 2021
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AGRONOMY
Staying on Course The Cordillera Ranch Agronomy Team prepares for summer golf course maintenance. By Stu Rowland, Director of Agronomy
It’s summer time at Cordillera Ranch and there’s no doubt everyone is enjoying some vacation time, summer camps with kids or relaxing by the pool. Our spring season was an exceptional one for golf. Albeit interrupted by several rain events, the course and the golf experience have benefitted from the rains. As with every season, there is a time when the course needs its own vacation to recover from several months of heavy traffic.That time is upon us and we will close for a few days to “massage” the stress out of the course. How do we do that? There are several important cultural practices of aerifying, verticutting and topdressing, and I will explainWHY and HOW that leads to better turf conditions for you, as well as the health of the course. AERIFICATION This month we will be aerifying the entire course. This is where we will punch 5/8” to 3/4” holes in all tees, fairways, green surrounds and rough. Pictures are always the best way to convey a message. The aerification illustration below shows the basic elements of WHY we do what we do. For turf health, aerification accomplishes these crucial components: • Creates vertical channels by which gas exchange or flow of oxygen to roots. • Conveys nutrients in fertilizers to the root system. • Creates channels by which turf roots can grow deeper and expand. • Relieves soil from compaction due to traffic of golf play and mowers.
We are putting into use a new aerifier that will speed up the process and allow us to complete the entire course in a week. The holes will recover rapidly and be of little to no impact within 10 to 14 days.
VERTICUTTING OR VERTICAL MOWING In addition to aerification, we will also be vertical mowing all playing surfaces. Although aerifying does a small part to combat thatch in turf, a more direct approach is needed to relieve thatch buildup. Thatch is basically the “mat” layer just below the turf canopy. This is where old grass clippings, dead leaf tissue and contaminates from the environment build up. Water and fertilizer can also accumulate in this area leading to a puffy/spongy feeling resulting in a softer playing surface with less roll and bounce. This excessive buildup can increase presence of turf diseases. We vertical mow with saw-like blades to cut through that layer. While aimed at removing thatch and creating a firmer surface, vertical mowing also creates long channels allowing nutrients and oxygen to make it past the thatch layer and into the root zone.
TOPDRESSING Aerification and vertical mowing are important cultural practices, however, sand topdressing is also an important process by which we accomplish our goal of firmer, faster, healthier playing surfaces. Let’s be honest here — sand has received a bad rap. I believe it is the one thing that aids in a more consistent and smoother playing surface. Our goal in topdressing is three-fold. First, we dilute the heavy soils with sand as it is a medium through which roots, nutrients and oxygen can readily flow. Nutrients move extremely slow through our heavy soils, and in areas of clay soils, the nutrients become tightly bonded or held and thus become unavailable to the plant’s roots. The same is true for the thatch layer. By diluting the spongy thatch layer with sand, we are able to help nutrient flow through the top layer of turf as well as firm up the surface by keeping it drier on top. Finally, by topdressing consistently, we smooth everything up. We’re in Texas and if we want to make use of the Texas wedge, we definitely want a smooth and consistent surface from fairway to green. Cordillera Ranch is such an amazing place to enjoy the game of golf. Through these practices we will only enhance the experience as you encounter better ball roll and truer surfaces, and an overall aesthetic appeal as our turf becomes healthier visually on top as we address the health underneath. Come on by and watch us work. I encourage everyone to come and see the process in person and we can answer any additional questions.
GOLF COURSE MAINTENANCE DATES: Monday, July 19 – Thursday, July 22
Stu Rowland is the Director of Agronomy at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. He can be reached at srowland@cordilleraranch.com or 830.336.3710. 38 | JULY/AUGUST 2021
TENNIS
WIMBL E D O N W H I TES AT THE CORDILLERA RANCH TENNIS CLUB By Joe De Luna, Director of Tennis
When we talk about the best tennis tournament in the world to watch, there is no doubt it isWimbledon. Established in 1877 at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, Wimbledon is the oldest tennis tournament in world and played third on the Grand Slam calendar. The name comes from its location — Wimbledon is located in a district just southwest of London. For two weeks beginning in late June, the best players in the world travel to Wimbledon. Members of Cordillera Ranch will also descend upon the courts in July to enjoy a fun tennis mixer wearing all white apparel — a Wimbledon tradition. Be sure to wear your Wimbledon Whites!
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All major sporting events have signature snacks and drinks. Wimbledon’s traditional fare includes the Pimm’s Cup, a lemony gin-based drink with Pimm’s and fruit. Strawberries and cream are an essential part of the tournament. Some say the strawberry tradition began in 1953, with cream added in 1970. Others believe the tradition dates back to 1877. Either way, both strawberries and tennis officially signal the start of summer in Britain. Other favorites at Wimbledon include Britain’s classic fish and chips, afternoon tea with tea sandwiches and the long-standing celebratory drink, a glass of champagne. Wimbledon at the Ranch will include some of these traditional delights. Arrive early and enjoy a glass of champagne along with strawberries and cream before ‘gentlemen’s,’ ‘ladies’’ and mixed doubles play. The format will be a fun doubles of all levels with rotating partners.
WIMBLEDON FUN FACTS Aside from the strict all-white dress code and select food and drink, there are a few other iconic Wimbledon traditions and interesting info. • In the beginning, all four Grand Slam events were played on grass, but the Australian Open and the US Open have now moved to hard-courts and the French Open to clay. Wimbledon is the only one to still play on grass. • Wimbledon still references the men’s and women’s events as ‘gentlemen’s’ and ‘ladies’’ events. • In 2007, Wimbledon changed its policy and started awarding the same amount per event category to both men and women. Before that, gentlemen were always paid more. • Wimbledon’s Centre Court is reserved solely for the Grand Slam, and not played on any other time of year. • There is no sponsored advertising allowed in the Wimbledon complex.
• 250 ball boys and girls (BBGs) are employed to work at Wimbledon. On average they are 15 years old and earn about £150 for the two weeks. To qualify for this prestigious place on the court, the young boys and girls have to complete a training process that includes a double ultra-triathlon, i.e. 4.8-mile swim, 224-mile bike and 52.4-mile run. The children who excel in all are selected. • The Royal Family are ardent supporters and frequent spectators of the tournament. They sit in the Royal Box and if the monarch or the Duke of Wales attends, players are required to curtsy. • During World War II, five bombs hit the Centre Court, destroying 1,200 seats. It took nine years to fully restore it, and it can now hold 15,000 fans. Centre Court also has a retractable roof, installed in 2009, that prevents rain delays from causing loss of playing time. Joe De Luna is the Director of Tennis at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. He can be reached at jdeluna@cordilleraranch.com or 830.336.4660.
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DINING
Pitmaster pitmaster Perfection perfection By Graham House, Clubhouse and Lodging Manager
In Texas, barbeque is king. It’s synonymous with summer days, tailgating and just about any other year-round celebration Texans can dream up.There’s also the sauce-or-no-sauce debate. If your summer grilling headquarters is the Clubhouse, you can’t go wrong. If you want to DIY right in your own backyard with Akaushi Beef from the Club’s Butcher Retail Shop, Cordillera’s own Pitmaster, Sous Chef Greg Lopez, can help. Whether you declare yourself a pitmaster or novice, grilling and smoking is something to be enjoyed by all. Simply follow these tips to be the master of your own barbeque.
KNOW YOUR EQUIPMENT
OUR CORDILLERA RANCH PITMASTER, SOUS CHEF GREG LOPEZ Greg graduated from Le Cordon Bleu in 2007 and started his career at the Westin La Cantera. This is where he really began to hone his skills and by 2012, his passion for the unique style of Texas barbecue was sparked. Since then, barbecue has become his expert craft. Greg handles all of the Club’s slow smoked meats, rubs and barbeque for events and the menus. Greg has been married to an incredibly supportive wife for almost 12 years and they have a beautiful eight-year-old daughter. His long-term goal is to have his own barbeque restaurant. While we support his endeavor, we also want Greg to remain at the Club for as long as possible, providing our membership with great smoked meats and barbeque! The following are Greg’s expert tips for your best grilling experience.
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• Start with a clean grill. Don’t let last night’s salmon skin impart a fishy-char flavor to tonight’s burger. Use a sturdy metal brush to clean the grates in-between uses. (This is easiest when the grill is hot.) • Know your device (Smoker, BBQ Pit or Grill) and learn the hot spots! Every grill is different and hot spots can move! • Temperature Control: Keep temperatures from 250°F - 275°F. • Wood Pellet Grills are the newest equipment on the market that ensure consistent temperature for those longer cook-time items like briskets, ribs and smoked meats. Different woods are available to enhance the flavors of your steaks and proteins. • Determine when to use direct heat vs. indirect heat. Example: Smoking a brisket uses indirect heat, cooking a burger uses direct heat. • Buy a meat thermometer. Unless you are a very experienced cook or chef, it is hard to tell the meat’s temperature merely by touching it. The MEATER® wireless thermometer is the newest thermometer on the market that also measures core and ambient temperature readings in one probe.
START GRILLING! • Season your steaks or proteins generously with salt and pepper at least 30 minutes before putting them on the grill — this lets them come to room temperature. • Alternatively, our Akaushi burgers should go on the grill cold (not room temperature) after seasoning with a generous amount of salt and pepper. • Set up your charcoal or gas grill with a hotter side and a lower heat side; the hot side is to get a nice sear on both sides of your steak and then place them on the lower heat to continue cooking until they reach your desired temperature. • Don’t move the food around too much. In general, the fewer times you flip something, the better (once is ideal for most meats). If the meat is stuck to the grill, let it cook more — it will unstick itself when it’s ready for flipping. • One of the most important things to note is to allow your meats and proteins to rest before cutting or eating! This lets the juices settle in and relaxes the meat. • Don’t squeeze or flatten meats. Yes, I know that burst of sizzling flame that comes from squishing a burger with a spatula is tempting. But do you know what is creating that flame burst? Fat. And do you know what fat is? Juicy flavor. Don’t squish meat because you will squeeze out the taste and moisture. • Keep a spray bottle handy for flare-ups. Flames are not your food’s friends — they will char it unpleasantly. Keep a spray bottle filled with water handy; this will allow you to dampen flare-ups without interfering with heat.
TEXAS-STYLE SMOKED BRISKET — SO SIMPLE Every pitmaster has their own technique for that perfect brisket. The process is very simple, and the long cook time is the vital factor to having a juicy, tender brisket. • Select a brisket cut, 15 to 20lbs. Higher-grade briskets have more marbling, which leads to a juicer and more flavorful finished product. Wagyu and Prime briskets are prized, but lesser grades of meat also work. • When buying a brisket, get a full packer (both the point and the flat). The point (also called the deckle) is the fatty part of the brisket. It has more marbling and stays juicier when cooked. The flat (also called the first cut) has the point removed. It’s leaner and less tender. Go big when buying your meat — you’ll trim off a surprising amount of fat before you even begin cooking. • When trimming a brisket, you want to remove excess fat that won’t render, and the “silver skin” that doesn’t break down as the meat cooks. To make the process easier, use a sharp boning knife and trim while the meat is cold. • The rub is an important component of your brisket’s taste. Texas-style smoked brisket rub has just two ingredients: equal parts of coarse salt and coarse black pepper. • Post oak delivers the classic smokey flavor for Texas-style brisket and is Sous Chef Greg’s go-to wood. Mesquite is another popular option. Some smokers prefer to use fruitwood for a sweeter taste. • Preheat your smoker to 250°F - 275°F. • Place the brisket in the smoker, fat side up, with the thicker side closest to the heat and smoke 8 to 10 hours, depending on the size. Slow is the guiding principle when smoking a brisket. • Pull the brisket off the smoker and get ready for the “Texas Crutch.” This is the final phase of wrapping the brisket in aluminum foil and placing it back in the smoker for another three hours. • Remove and let your brisket rest. The excitement to dig in once your brisket is fully cooked is only natural, but it’s worth the wait to let it sit for a bit. Keep your smoked brisket wrapped, and let it rest for an hour — preferably two — before slicing. This allows the juices to settle and keeps them in the meat, rather than on your cutting board. • Serve and enjoy.
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BBQ AT THE CLUB One of our most popular items on the Cordillera Ranch Menu is our SlowSmoked BBQ Chopped Salad, which calls for pulled chicken. We smoke close to 50 pounds of chicken per week for this popular dish! Here is the recipe for the Slow-Smoked Maple-Scented Chicken which can be added to any of your favorite salads or dishes.
SLOW SMOKED MAPLE SCENTED CHICKEN Ingredients 2 Whole Chickens (split in half) 1 gallon Water 1 cup Maple Syrup 2 cups Molasses 2 cups Kosher Salt ½ gallon Ice Cubes Your favorite BBQ Sauce Method Combine all of the wet ingredients with the salt in a large pot to make your brine. Heat the brine mixture just enough to combine all of the ingredients and dissolve the salt. Place the split chicken into a large container, add the brine mixture and ice, ensuring the mixture cools and the chicken is fully submerged. Cover with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least six hours. Get your smoker going at a slow smoke temperature of 275°F; this might take about an hour to achieve this temperature without major fluctuation. Place chicken on your smoker, as far from the heat as possible. Close the top but keep your chimney and smoke box open for air circulation. Smoke for at least an hour and a half. Remove when golden brown. Ensure that the internal temperature is 165°F in the crease of the thigh. Let the chicken cool and pull apart the meat from the bones. Toss in your favorite BBQ sauce and add to your favorite dishes.
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BUTCHER RETAIL SHOP Don’t let the meat shortage in stores get you down. Cordillera Ranch is still taking orders for fresh hamburger meat and steaks from the Club’s Butcher Retail Shop. To be precise, this is the most amazing certified Akaushi beef you will ever have, raised right here in the state of Texas by HeartBrand® Beef. It is one of the nation’s largest family-owned branded beef companies in the U.S. and is the largest producer of Japanese Akaushi cattle in the world. HeartBrand Beef prides itself in producing beef that creates the best eating experience you will ever have. It’s a perfect steak with the most incredible color, texture and marbling. Whether it is prepared by a famous chef or by you, the master of your own grill, you will agree when you take a bite of a ribeye, strip, filet or hamburger that it is something you will always remember and it will leave you wanting more. A Butcher Shop Gift Basket is perfect for the foodies in your life, or surprise your spouse with a Butcher Shop Dinner For Two. The Club also has the following selections available to order and butcher for you: 8oz Ground Akaushi Patties or 5lb Chubs • 6oz Filet • 8oz Filet 14oz New York Strip • 16oz Ribeye Steaks
5 REASONS TO EAT HEARTBRAND® BEEF Certified Akaushi Beef provides an eating experience that is above and beyond what any other branded beef product can offer. It’s more than just tender and flavorful. Akaushi cattle provide the best-tasting and most healthy beef you can eat.
1. HEART-HEALTHY FATS One of the main things that sets Akaushi cattle apart from the rest of the beef on the market is the fat content in the meat. While all beef has saturated fats, Akaushi has a higher concentration of monounsaturated fat. Monounsaturated Fatty Acids are
a healthy addition to our diets that can actually help people shed fat. The American Heart Association has reported that a diet with a higher amount of monounsaturated fats versus saturated fats can help lower cholesterol.
2. UNIQUE, BUTTERY TASTE Akaushi beef is also a natural source of oleic acid, the same compound found in olive oil. The USDA has shown in studies that oleic acid is a heart healthy part of our diets. Along with being good for you, oleic acid also gives Akaushi a delicious buttery taste unlike any other beef.
3. USA RAISED All HeartBrand Beef is raised in and sourced from the United States. When you purchase HeartBrand Beef, you get the peace of mind of knowing that the product on your dinner plate is source-verified and has been produced entirely in the United States. You’re dealing directly with the HeartBrand Ranch and Beeman family when you purchase their beef, which is something few branded beef companies can offer.
4. ALL NATURAL HeartBrand Beef is raised naturally without hormones. The cattle are grassfed and then pulled into the Bovina, Texas feedlot for finishing. Akaushi cattle have extremely good production and produce the world’s most consistent beef all on their own with minimal inputs.
GOLD RUSH IS BACK! The very popular weekly dining event on Wednesday nights is back! GOLD RUSH has become a Club tradition featuring our Prime Rib buffet with an Akaushi Prime Rib roll, slow roasted to perfection and carved to order. The buffet includes seasonal fresh vegetables, baked potatoes and a salad selection. In addition to the buffet, the Ranch Menu is available. Wine specialist, Jeff Cohen features a wine tasting table in the living room with a weekly, ever-changing selection of vineyards and varietals to taste. Wine specialists from the feature wines join us to provide tasting notes and vineyard information about the process and winemaker. All the wines tasted are available to preorder for home. The fun part of the night starts at 7:30pm, with the well-known theme song kicking off the drawings. The first drawing is for a complimentary bottle of wine. Then we draw the name of the member that wins the GOLD RUSH pot… but the member must be present to win! If no one is selected, the pot grows by $50 for the next drawing. The pot has been as large as $2,000, and the winner receives a food and beverage credit for future dining. Graham House is the Clubhouse and Lodging Manager at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. He can be reached at ghouse@cordilleraranch.com or 830.336.9164.
5. FAMILY-OWNED HeartBrand Beef is owned by the Beeman family in Texas. Their president, Jordan, lives with his wife and children on the ranch. Ronald and Jordan Beeman are fourth and fifth generation cattle ranchers and take great pride in the care of their land and animals. The family is involved in every step of the process, from the Akaushi calves being born to the steaks on consumers’ dinner plates.
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TA S T E !
CELLAR CLUB
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:the sensation of flavor perceived in the mouth and throat on contact with a substance. By Jeffrey Cohen, Wine Specialist
As we approach the massive heat of our South Texas summer, it is only normal to change our drinking habits to lighter style wines — Sauvignon Blanc for white lovers and Pinot Noir for red lovers. Today I will showcase one of each, although both will be from France. 46 | JULY/AUGUST 2021
LANGLOIS-CHATEAU SANCERRE Langlois-Chateau has a rich history as one of the leading producers in the Loire Valley. Over 60% of their production is devoted to their world-class Crémants, (French Sparkling but not from Champagne,) but their Sancerres are also highly regarded as benchmarks for the appellation. Their wines are serious and complex yet remain delicate and approachable. The grapes are from a selection of the best vineyard plots throughout the AOC and are delicately pressed to extract the purest juice. The entire winemaking process is conducted exclusively in stainless steel to preserve the fresh and mineral nature. The Loire River is the longest river in France, flowing north and west. This makes for a very diverse climate and microclimates. As the Loire stretches east away from the Atlantic, the climates move from Maritime to Continental. What I find neat about this area is that at one point in time through the millennia it was completely submerged by water and therefore the soil is composed of smashed seashells along with others. With this in mind, I always pair these wines with seafood and especially shellfish. I cannot think of a better pairing than raw oysters, shrimp cocktail or even steamed crabs with this crisp and wonderful Sancerre (Sauvignon Blanc).
DOMAINE FAIVELEY MERCUREY Burgundy is much like the Loire Valley in size; however, it ranges north and south. It is comprised of numerous villages and is broken into four main regions: Côte de Nuits, Côte de Beaune, Côte Chalonaise and Mâconnaise. Some of these villages have been determined to be Grand Cru, 1er Cru and village wines. They all bring great wines to market in many different price ranges. Domaine Faiveley combines the principles of modern winemaking methods with the time-honored traditions that have been practiced for centuries within their 19th century cellars. Each terroir and each vintage benefits from special attention which makes the cuvees unique. The Mercurey has a beautiful dark ruby color. The nose opens with notes of fresh red fruits and spices. Pleasant to taste, this wine has a round and fruity attack before revealing its fine and silky tannins. The well-balanced wine with long-lasting aromas will be appreciated by knowledgeable wine-lovers and will seduce novices, too. I can think of two pairings that will be off-the-charts incredible. Because it is summer and we all tend to be grilling more, try lamb chops or quail. Serve with sauteed wild mushrooms and some simple rosemary-roasted potatoes. This will be a meal set for royalty! See you at the Club! Jeffrey Cohen is the Wine Specialist at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. He can be reached at jcohen@cordilleraranch.com
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WELLNESS
Training for Your SPORTS & HOBBIES By Tamra Christiansen, Fitness and Wellness Director
The key to success in any sport is fitness training, and every sport has specific training to ensure consistent performance. We are all athletes in one way or another, even if we are still perfecting in our game. The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch offer many recreational sports to choose from. Golf is at the heart of the ranch, with our majestic and challenging Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Couse. Tennis is another love among our members. Both sports have something in common: they involve powerful trunk/torso twisting. Our everyday workouts are great, but if you are really dedicated to improving your game, meet with our pros and trainers to determine a regimen tailored to your specific needs in your sport. Let’s talk golf. It’s a sport that is an art. Fine tuning your game is as easy as knowing the avenues to go about it. Start by getting fitted with the right set of clubs, gear and clothing in the pro shop. Next, set up time with a golf pro. We have the best here! Our pros can analyze your game and get you to a smooth swing or perfect putt. Fitness is your next stop. Your flexibility and core-to-total body strength affects your golf swing more than most realize. I am TPI (Titlest Performance Institute) Certified and will help you with your Swing Connection. This is the correlation between your body mechanics and your game. If you would like to swing stronger and last longer (aka: low back pain mid- and post-game), a TPI assessment is highly recommended. Out of this assessment, you will receive
a program specifically designed for your needs. For example, you can work on your core, power, stamina and flexibility in the Fitness Center and complement that with Pilates and ELDOA. Pilates with Kris Kracknell will strengthen and lengthen your body for better stability and power. Pilates is an effective way to repattern movements that aren’t serving you on the golf course, tennis court or life in general. Kelly Vizzone will increase your flexibility at an extremely detailed level with ELDOA and yoga. Tennis and Pickleball are equally as popular, and our tennis pros Joe De Luna and Bradley Hill will help you perfect your game with private or group lessons. Your game and how well you play boils down to specificity of what you need to do to gain strength, skill, mental-focus, flexibility and injury healing/ prevention. It takes dedication and special attention to leg and core strength. Your instructors can pinpoint areas that need improvement, and I am happy to show you how to use the Power Plate, which allows for rejuvenation, strength and power training, and other equipment to help you reach your goals. I have had members that gained flexibility, found relief in their backs and shoulders and saw their game improve. They added in sport-specific strength training and saw more powerful shots, stronger hits and greater stamina. At The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch, we all work together to provide the best services and training to take you to the top of your game. Tamra Christiansen is the Fitness and Wellness Director at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. She can be reached at tchristiansen@cordilleraranch.com or 830.336.9184.
ASSESSMENT FOR BALANCE AND STABILITY
SEATED TRUNK ROTATION
BRIDGE WITH LEG EXTENSION
Balance and stability are key to your golf swing. PGA norms for balance are 16 to 20 seconds…with your eyes closed! An assessment will reveal core strengths, plus weaknesses to work on for improving your game, and Tamra will develop a personalized program that will help you create a better swing.
This test assesses how far your trunk can rotate independently of your hips. These movements are involved in the powerful torque it takes for your long game. The PGA norm for this is a 45-degree rotation.
Strong glutes align the hips and spine for an amazing swing! The Bridge with Leg Extension Assessment determines your glute strength, and Tamra can suggest exercises to build that area.
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Relax and Rejuvenate The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch Spa Services invite you to relax and rejuvenate with an array of services including massage therapy, facials, and personal training. Tamra Christiansen Fitness & Wellness Director 830.336.9184
Kevin Durio Personal Trainer 214.232.8603
Kelly Vizzone Yoga Trainer and Group Exercise Instructor 210.442.9061
Lisa Geiman Masseuse 830.596.3831
Natalie Sales Group Exercise Instructor 956.455.3145 Kris Cracknell Master Pilates Instructor 210.860.7322 Mike Miller Personal Trainer 573.201.5381
Amanda Rebollar Masseuse 773.701.1797 JoAnn Rangel Esthetician 830.850.0023 Kelsey Grudle The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch Recreation Coordinator 830.446.2711
For more information about the state-of-the-art fitness facility and spa services, please call 830.336.9000 and visit
www.clubsofcordilleraranch.com
OUTDOORS
why kids Should Ride By Shane Reynolds, Outdoor Recreation Director & Outfitter :: Photography by Kelsey Grudle
In today’s world, horses may be one of the best tools ever for fostering healthy, well-adjusted children. Over the years at Cordillera Ranch, I’ve had countless opportunities to observe the effect horse involvement has on children and families. And how exactly do horses benefit young people? It’s a substantial list. Here are just a few of the most important rewards. WHOLESOME FUN & COMPANIONSHIP Horses are the perfect antidote to today’s digital mania. Children are naturally attracted to horses, making them a welcome alternative to TV-watching, video-game-playing, social-mediaobsessing or just hanging out. Horseback riding does indeed get kids off the couch and out into nature, and it can be enjoyed alone or in groups. And when the whole family gets involved, the time spent together with horses can enhance the bond among family members. The benefits of horse involvement are enduring, too, as a child’s riding habit can evolve into a rewarding lifelong hobby — or even a career. Horses are fun and kids adore them. Learning horsemanship promotes important life skills, and the right horse can be a wonderful confidence-booster for a child.
GREAT EXERCISE Do horses help here? You bet! Riding is terrific exercise. Apart from its aerobic benefits, riding also helps a youngster develop balance, coordination and flexibility. The activities involved in caring for a horse — grooming, hefting equipment, cleaning stalls — are great muscle builders. Bottom line? When kids and teens come home from school and head out to the barn instead of plopping down in front of a screen, it’s healthier for them physically — and psychologically, too.
MENTAL-HEALTH BOOSTER Kids are under a lot of pressure these days. The stress of “keeping up” on social media, surviving school testing and managing overbooked lives can strain their mental resources. Horses provide a welcome respite from these stressors, offering
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the unconditional friendship of a living, breathing creature plus serving as a stabilizing presence in youngsters’ lives.
CHARACTER BUILDER Negative influences on children abound these days — in mass media, pop culture and politics, especially. Handling, riding and caring for a horse can help counteract these effects, promoting such positive character traits as responsibility, accountability, patience, self-discipline, empathy and kindness.
MINIMIZING THE COST Horse ownership involves certain expenses, but you needn’t own a horse to involve your child with one. Here are some options: • LESSONS. This is the best way to introduce your child to riding anyway. He or she is safest learning the basics on well-schooled lesson mounts under the guidance of an experienced instructor. • LEASING. A full lease will provide your child with most of the benefits of horse ownership without the initial expense of buying. You’ll be responsible for the cost of the horse’s care and boarding, and sometimes an additional fee in the case of highly desirable animals. Leasing is an excellent way to fully test the waters — financially and in terms of time and commitment — before you buy. In the end, horse involvement comes with at least some cost but, as all parents know, expense is a relative term in child rearing. In the 21st century, when parenting is not a job for the faint of heart, horses provide a way to keep youngsters positively engaged during those pivotal years from pre-teen through young adulthood.
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MEET OUR INSTRUCTORS AT CORDILLERA RANCH SUSIE PHILLIPS Susie has worked in the equine industry for 25 years, successfully showing, buying, selling and breeding world-champion horses. She’s affiliated with various national associations including APHA, AQHA, PTHA and NSBA. Her accomplishments include World and Reserve World Championship titles in both English and Western riding disciplines. Susie graduated from Campbell University with a BS in Psychology and Sociology.
MEGHAN MORIARTY Meghan has 15 years of experience in the horse industry. She is from Northern New York and has been in Texas for the past eight years. Meghan graduated from Jefferson Community College and Morrisville State College. Her degrees include an A.A.S. in Business Administration and a BS in Equine Science. In college she competed in AQHA and NRHA events that included western pleasure, trail, reining, ranch riding and hunter under saddle. Meghan worked for an elite professional in the AQHA industry for five years. She traveled throughout the United States to different AQHA and APHA regional and national horse shows. Meghan’s favorite events are the trail and hunter under saddle. Her passion is building confidence in her riders and helping them find their connection.
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TAYLOR STONE Taylor grew up with grandparents who were horse trainers and began her experience with horses at the age of three. She learned the basics in the barn at an early age cleaning stalls, cleaning hooves and grooming horses. She started riding hunters and then on to jumpers. Her barn consisted of horses that were in for training or re-training problem horses. At about the age of 12 she was introduced to race horses and exercised riding on a 3/8 mile track at their farm. The experience she gained was invaluable when it came to handling horses, watching for any problems that could occur, how to properly wrap legs and tend to any wounds; but most of all, learning to feel the horse underneath her and to “ride what you got.” Over the last seven years she primarily rides her off-the-track Thoroughbred, which she greatly enjoys and has given her a whole new set of skills.
LYNN LINDSKOG Lynn joined Cordillera Ranch as a Camp Counselor this summer with continuing service to the Cordillera Equestrian Center into the school year. She is a retired Special Education Teacher and brings a wealth of knowledge to teaching, whether it be academics or equestrian knowledge. Lynn began her horse career at the age of eight years old with instruction in English riding and expanded her knowledge throughout her equine career with trainers in western pleasure, reining and working cow. She has coached 4-H youth in Kendall and Bexar Counties to include horsemanship, reining and horse judging, with achievements at the local, state, regional and national levels. Upon retirement from the classroom, Lynn pursued her PATH certification to work with riders with disabilities. Lynn is excited to be a part of Cordillera Ranch and to offer her expertise at camp, in the arena and out on the trail! For inquiries or to sign up for a riding lesson, please contact Susie Phillips. Susie Phillips is the Equestrian Center Manager at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. She can be reached at sphillips@cordilleraranch.com or 919.422.2256. Shane Reynolds is the Outdoor Recreation Director & Outfitter at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. He can be reached at sreynolds@cordilleraranch.com or 210.616.6051.
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OUTDOORS
PREPARING FOR HUNTING in the Off Season By Shane Reynolds, Outdoor Recreation Director & Outfitter
As we begin the summer and look ahead to fall, I always use this time to prepare for the upcoming hunting season. Here are a few suggestions to fill those summer months. A quick note on preparing for fall, start looking for ammunition now, it is tough to find! Preparation for hunting can be bucketed into three different categories: mental, physical and gear preparation. Because hunts differ from site to site and vary among species, it is important to focus on all three. Successful hunters are typically those who put in months, weeks and days of practice and training. We rarely ever hear about hunters tagging a 350-pound bull elk or monster mule deer or getting their limit of dove without ever shooting their bow or gun before the season. Mental preparation goes hand in hand with the physical challenges of hunting. When your body hits a breaking point, you need the mental strength to push through and climb that mountain or pack that last elk quarter out. When training for hunts, there are some hunters that use other hunting seasons to build up the strength for the big hunt. I personally do not find this method very practical as there are many different challenges both physically and mentally among the different types of hunts.
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PHYSICAL ENDURANCE The method I find most effective is to set goals for your desired hunt and train towards them. The first step in preparing physically would be conditioning. Know the terrain you are hunting and get used to it. Walking on a treadmill will not prepare you for climbing 3,000 feet in elevation chasing elk or mule deer. You have to actually get out and put the miles on your boots. Over the years here at Cordillera Ranch, I have enjoyed helping several members prepare for high-altitude sheep hunts. Bobby Theis and Kemp Copeland physically challenge themselves to train for successful hunts and they are both accomplished in every aspect of high-altitude hunting. When setting your physical goals, be sure to make it realistic. If you start your training off by trying to hike 10 miles on your first day, this will most likely deter you from achieving your goal. Each goal is a stepping stone and should increase each time one is achieved. For example, start your hike off with no
weight and light gear, making it three miles without pushing yourself to exhaustion. Once you’ve completed your first goal two or three times, take it up a notch by adding distance. For example, when you reach your anticipated hunting season distance goal, you should exceed that distance by a mile or two — this will prepare you for the unexpected days that surpass your own expectations of daily miles. If you have a specific hunt you are planning that requires physical conditioning and you need help, contact our Fitness and Wellness Director, Tamra Christiansen, and she is always happy to set up a specific training program for you. Tamra can be reached at 210.878.5367 or via email at tchristiansen@cordilleraranch.com. During the course of your conditioning, you will be increasing your mental stamina as well. You should find confidence in knowing you have been putting in the miles and doing it with the weight you plan for. Knowing you can do it is half the challenge, which you are now preparing for.
GET TO KNOW YOUR GEAR The second part of physical preparation is using your gear prior to hunting season. Whether this is a rifle, bow or shotgun, you should be shooting regularly. Ensuring you are comfortable with your weapon of choice, groups you are shooting and distances you are accurate from is very important prior to getting into the woods, on the mountain or in the blind or field. I typically wing shoot a lot more than rifle or archery so I will go over my routine prior to hunting season. I will service my shotgun prior to and after any shoot. It’s important to know your limits when it comes to choking your shotgun and the distances you feel comfortable shooting at a given species. Shooting clay targets at our Gun Club is the perfect way to practice for any type of wing shooting. The same applies to my bow prior to getting any arrows in; making sure the bow is clean, strings are waxed, all alignments are correct and arrows are flying straight is the first step. Once
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the bow is ready for practice, I start at a 20-yard distance and get 30 arrows in. If my sights are still on from the previous season, I move back in increments of 10 yards until I get to 50 yards. I shoot 20 arrows from each distance (20, 30, 40, 50 yards) as often as possible. When I have a bad group or a few arrows out of whack, I will continue shooting from that distance until my group is cleaned up. We have several types of archery targets we set up at the Equestrian Center so come on out and practice with us.
MENTAL FOCUS WHILE SHOOTING Mentally you must focus on many things while practicing shooting. Not flinching, breathing, not gripping the bow or gun too tight, making sure the bow is level, steadying your bow or rifle, etc. I try to go through a quick checklist prior to sending each arrow or bullet down range. 1. Is my bow or gun level? 2. Is my anchor point correct? 3. Is my hand gripping the bow or gun too tightly? 4. Is my breathing steady? 5. Is the correct pin or scope on the target location? Prior to any release or shoot, I ALWAYS take a deep breath, expel around 80% of the air, then I release or shoot. This mental checklist helps me prepare for the opportunity during the season when I have a big animal in front of me and my adrenaline is pumping. Calming down and going through each point will help lead to a clean and successful shot.
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STICK TO THE PLAN The last part of mental preparation is not second-guessing your game plan. If you’ve prepared for the hunt and have done your scouting, you should have faith in yourself. If you are not finding the animals you are after, keep at it. Not doubting yourself is huge when in the field. When you hunt solo, it is even more difficult to not second-guess yourself. To work on this, you must put the time in to scout the land for animals or use your mapping systems to help assist on your hunt. Knowing where the water sources are, feed sources are and where the animals are getting the least amount of pressure will help keep your spirits up and overcome the mental game of doubting your strategy. I hope these tips I use are helpful in your upcoming hunts and reward your efforts with success in the field. Finally, make sure you get all of your permits and licenses squared away this summer.
GET YOUR TEXAS HUNTER SAFETY CERTIFICATION, IF NEEDED The Texas Parks & Wildlife Online Hunter Safety Course, required for all hunters born after September 1, 1971, is offered through the Club each summer and through Bass Pro Shops® at the Rim. Onward in preparation! Shane Reynolds is the Outdoor Recreation Director & Outfitter at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. He can be reached at sreynolds@cordilleraranch.com or 210.616.6051.
OUTDOORS
BIRDING in Cordillera Ranch By Shane Reynolds, Outdoor Recreation Director & Outfitter
Bird watching can be a joyful experience.The sounds of birds frolicking outside your Cordillera Ranch home can be a great addition to your garden and landscape. Bird feeders are the quickest and easiest way to attract our winged friends to your yard. If you have ever visited the Outfitter Center at Cordillera Ranch, you’ll have no doubt about how much I enjoy feeding birds and having them around the entire year.
Before I get into information on feeders, here is some information to get you started: BIRDS OF THE TEXAS HILL COUNTRY — by Mark W. Lockwood, Terry Maxwell, Clemente Guzman (Illustrator) I strongly suggest this book on the birds you may begin to see around your home once you get your feeders set up. A LITTLE NATURE STORE — 106 E. Theissen, just off Main Street in Boerne; 830.249.2281 This a great little shop with lots of bird feeders and friendly information. GUADALUPE STATE PARK — visit the park, just three miles east on Hwy 46, and pick up these two FREE publications by Texas Parks and Wildlife. • Birds of the Edwards Plateau • Providing for Backyard Wildlife LOCAL BIRDS OF CENTRAL TEXAS — an easy foldout of bird pictures and descriptions. Find it in the isle of HEB. Bird feeders come in a dazzling variety of shapes and sizes. Many designs are based on careful research to attract birds with spectacular efficiency. More than ever, anyone can quickly learn the basics of bird feeding and choose a feeder that will lure a wide variety of birds throughout the winter months.
CHOOSING A FEEDER There are five types of bird feeders: hopper, platform, tube, nectar and suet. Variations of each type number in the hundreds. Many species of birds will visit hopper and platform feeders filled with seed mixes. Tube feeders are designed for finches, but will attract other kinds of birds, especially if a bottom tray is attached. Woodpeckers are attracted to suet feeders.
BUYING A FEEDER Before buying a feeder, decide how many feeding stations you want and where you’ll place them. A feeding station is a single feeder or a group of feeders in one location. Be practical at first. Check out seed prices and decide if you have the time and energy to fill several feeders weekly. When shopping for a feeder, consider the quality of its materials and construction, its ease of filling and cleaning, and how much seed it can handle. Try to imagine the feeder after a heavy rain or after strong winds. Are the seeds soaked? Is the seed tray filled with water? The best feeders include covers and built-in drainage systems. The king of all bird feeders is made by All Seasons Feeders and it’s called the Wild Bird Feeder. It holds 20 pounds of seed and is powder coated.
WHERE TO PLACE FEEDERS The location of your feeding station is important in two respects: Birds need the cover of trees or shrubs nearby to feel safe and welcome, and the feeder should be close enough to your window or porch so that you can enjoy their theatrics.
A BASIC FEEDING STATION Start with a single platform, hopper or large tube feeder. Each accommodates large and small birds and can be hung from a tree or hoisted on a pole. Fill any of these feeders with black oil sunflower seeds and you’re certain to get visitors, usually within days. Remember to position the feeders where you can see them clearly. Provide a birdbath filled with fresh water. Keep your feeders filled with dry seeds. If jays, cowbirds and other large birds are crowding out smaller birds, switch to a feeder that discriminates or blocks them, but not the smaller, more desirable birds. Have fun exploring the many types of bird feeders on the market. Attracting birds to your yard and around your home will greatly enhance the sights and sounds found in Cordillera Ranch. If you keep your feeders full of seed and food yearround, you’ll be amazed at the number of our feathered friends that will visit your home. Shane Reynolds is the Outdoor Recreation Director & Outfitter at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. He can be reached at sreynolds@cordilleraranch.com or 210.616.6051.
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SCHOOL DAYS
“DO OR DO NOT, THERE IS NO TRY.” - YODA By Trisha Doucette
Cordillera Ranch resident, Deven Agarwal, has spent the last four years in high school, well aware of the special time he was experiencing, and studying really, really hard. He is the Valedictorian of the 2021 graduating class at Boerne High School, finishing with a GPA of 110.2 and a very bright future. He was awarded the Dell Scholarship from the University of Texas, as well as full tuition for his first year for graduating as Valedictorian. In his valedictory address, aside from quoting Master Yoda, Deven reminisces about the highlights of his high school days, mentioning Friday Night football games and Whataburger runs. He focusses on overcoming obstacles, encourages his classmates to choose a career that makes them genuinely happy, and stresses the balance between work and play, saying, “I’d like us all to not be afraid to step out of our comfort zones… Whatever you choose to pursue in life, just get after it. It is your life to live, not anyone else’s.” Deven is about to take a step — this fall he heads to UT Austin to pursue a degree in Sports Management. In-between graduation parties and college prep, he took the time to share his thoughts on what benefitted him the most during high school, and what his future goals are.
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WHY UT, AND WHY SPORTS MANAGEMENT? As a kid, I had always supported UT and hoped to one day be a student there, but I was never sure of the career path I wanted to pursue, and I was unsure as to whether UT would be the best school for me. After doing some research during the summer before my senior year, I decided on Sports Management and when I realized that UT was one of the top schools for this major, I knew that this was for sure the school for me. I chose Sports Management as my area of study because I have always had a passion for sports, and I would love to be able to work in the sports industry. I know that it is important for us to pursue a career we would enjoy, and I could not think of a better career for me than working in the world of sports. WHICH SUBJECTS PREPARED YOU FOR LIFE AFTER HIGH SCHOOL? I would have to say that almost all of my courses in some way prepared me for life after high school. Some of the courses may never be used again by me in the future, but even those have helped me develop a strong work ethic and taught me time management skills. The courses that I will use again in the future, such as AP Government, AP Macroeconomics, AP Statistics and Principles of Business, to name a few, have given me basic pieces of knowledge for me to build upon in the coming years. IF YOU COULD CREATE ONE MANDATORY COURSE FOR SENIORS, WHAT WOULD IT BE? One course that I believe should be mandatory for seniors is a financial course that teaches the basics of budgeting, taxes and all things finance. We have a financial math class, but it is an elective. A course on finances would be greatly beneficial to seniors as they are on the verge of heading into the real world where they may have to pay for college or get a job and they should be educated on how to properly handle money so that they will be prepared.
IS THERE A BOERNE HIGH SCHOOL TRADITION THAT YOU ARE MO ST PROUD OF? One Boerne High School tradition that I am proud of is all of the festivities we do for Homecoming. We have a parade, dress-up days, a football game and a post-game dance, and all of these events are inclusive to the entire school. What I love about what we do for our Homecoming is that we unite the whole school and make it a fun event that all students can partake in and enjoy.
pay off is why I am so proud that we were State Finalists in UIL 4A Team Tennis.
WHAT EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES DID YOU PARTICIPATE IN THAT BENEFITTED YOU? I would say the two extracurriculars that benefitted me the most were Varsity Tennis and Student Council. I loved playing on the tennis team at Boerne High School because it allowed me to fulfill my competitive spirit and it helped me befriend other students from all grades. Tennis allowed me to be a leader, as I was team captain my senior year, and it strengthened me both physically and mentally. I was a member of the Boerne Student Organization, which helped connect me to volunteer at various places around the city of Boerne. Serving as a member of the Boerne High School Student Council my senior year was also especially beneficial. My time in that organization allowed me to grow my leadership and relationship skills, both of which are vital for my career path.
WHERE DO YOU SEE YOURSELF IN 10 YEARS? I’m not quite sure where I’ll be in 10 years, but I hope that I will be working in some area of the sports industry, hopefully on the verge of a big-time position. I also hope that I will have healthy relationships with friends and family while I am on my own.
WHAT ACCOMPLISHMENT ARE YOU MO ST PROUD OF? I think the accomplishment I am most proud of is reaching the UIL 4A State Finals for team tennis this past fall. While we were in lockdown for most of last summer, me and my teammates would go play tennis every day, as we knew we had a shot to go to State and potentially win the State Title. With this in mind, we trained and worked hard every day, but we were unsure whether we would get to play in the fall due to the pandemic, and I constantly questioned whether our hard work was for nothing. The fact that we actually got to play and see our hard work
WHAT CHALLENGES EXCITE YOU THE MO ST IN YOUR LIFE RIGHT NOW, AND WHY? I would say one challenge that excites me a little bit is that I am going to a school where I won’t know a lot of people and I will have to make new friends, which is kind of scary but I’m also excited to meet new people and find those who share the same interests as myself.
WHAT IS THE BEST PIECE OF ADVICE YOU’VE RECEIVED? There are two big pieces of advice that I have received: (1) chase a career that you will genuinely enjoy and (2) know how to work hard while still enjoying life and having fun. WILL YOU SHARE ADVICE FOR CURRENT HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS? The best piece of advice I can offer to high school students is to live in the moment and enjoy high school. These four years will fly by, so it’s important to enjoy it while it lasts because you will miss it once it’s all over. BEFORE YOU LEAVE FOR COLLEGE, HOW ARE YOU PLANNING ON SPENDING YOUR SUMMER? I plan on spending my summer hanging out with my friends and enjoying my last moments as a teenager. Most of my friends are all going to different schools across the country, so I just want to enjoy these last few months with them before we head to different schools in the fall.
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ENTREPRENEURIAL
SPIRIT
Two Boerne Champion seniors, Daniel Stripling andWillWilliamson, combine passion and knowledge to invent Ace Made Golf, a golf ball dispenser that took first prize in the district’s Incubator.edu program. By Trisha Doucette :: Photos and renderings courtesy of Boerne ISD, Daniel Stripling and Will Williamson The 2020-2021 school year marked the beginning of Incubator.edu in Boerne ISD. Under the direction of teacher Jenny Breuer, Incubator.edu is a national program that she is building on to create great talent in our community and encourage entrepreneurism in future graduates from both high schools in the district. Breuer explains that students will conceive a product or service idea, develop it and test it, all under the guidance of real entrepreneurs and business experts who serve as volunteer coaches and mentors. The program sparked interest in Daniel Stripling and Will Williamson, two 2021 graduates from Boerne Champion high school and members of Cordillera Ranch. “The program was being taught by one of the best teachers in the district, Jennifer Breuer, and I knew I had to join her new class. I would encourage any student that enjoys learning how to run or start a business to join this program. Also, the relationships that you will make being in class are amazing because you meet and work with local entrepreneurs,” says Stripling. After the first month of brainstorming project ideas, Stripling and Williamson landed on a concept they would pursue. Inspired by their love of golf, they created Ace Made Golf, a magnetic ball dispenser that attaches to the frame of a golf cart. Their goal was to make golf more enjoyable by allowing golfers the ability to store more golf balls while saving space at the same time, and speeding up the pace of play with this added efficiency. It was a success, resulting in the first-place prize of
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“Daniel and Will have excelled in this class and have taken their idea to the next level. I am excited to see where they go from here. They are great kids who have learned that their ideas have merit if they can find their target market and get their business launched.” – Jenny Breuer The first year of Incubator.edu at Boerne ISD was successful for all involved. Breuer explains that as they continue to grow the program, it will be offered to seniors for the first two years. At that Will Williamson, Jenny Breuer, Daniel Stripling point, the plan is for students to take the class as a junior, pitch for funding at the end of that school year, and then $7,000 awarded during the program’s Pitch Night where sturun their business as a senior inside the next class which will be dents from both Boerne and Champion high schools presented called Accelerator. their businesses to judges from the community. Will Hawkins has been involved with the program since its Already avid golfers, their knowledge of the sport was defiinception. After participating as a guest speaker for his daughnitely a guiding factor in their success, but they credit two local ter’s business class two years ago, Mrs. Breuer asked for his businessmen for their dedicated mentorship throughout the guidance in Incubator.edu. “I was more than willing to help as process. “Our mentors are Jeff Dick and Derek Schriver. They I have helped many people start their small businesses. At the are both very knowledgeable in the manufacturing department first Pitch Night this past spring, I was on the panel to judge and are extremely helpful in the process of getting our product the best presentations from the four participating groups. The manufactured,” explains Stripling. Williamson adds, “Our plan goal of the program was for teams to come up with a viable from here is to choose a manufacturer and then have an injecbusiness and compete for seed money of $15,000. Honestly, all tion mold created for our product to mass produce our idea.” four groups had great presentations but the one that stuck out Jeff Dick says his interest in the program stemmed from the was the Ace Made Golf from Daniel and Will. It was an honor hands-on curriculum that a normal curriculum does not teach to participate,” says Hawkins. Both young entrepreneurs also — how to raise money and pitch to investors, estimate manuattribute part of their success to Hawkins, saying, “He has been facturing costs, complete a marketing analysis, among many with our program from the beginning. He has spoken to us others. “Daniel and Will were great to work with. Being golfers, about being an entrepreneur and taught us great things about they were both very passionate and knowledgeable about their the business world.” potential product. They worked hard and were pro-active about Just recently announced, the Ace Made Golf team has been meeting with us. They weren’t afraid to ask questions and did named a quarter-finalist in the 2021 Incubator.edu National Pitch a great job of taking their idea from conception to a tangible Contest and are anxiously awaiting word on their advancement product with a strong business plan. I was very proud of their to semi-finalist and finalist categories! “Daniel and Will have persistence throughout the semester. And….as a golfer myself, I excelled in this class and taken their idea to the next level. I am would recommend the product,” notes Dick. excited to see where they go from here. They are great kids who Derek Schriver agrees, saying, “As we listened to each of the have learned that their ideas have merit if they can find their students pitch their ideas, the product that Daniel and Will were target market and get their business launched,” says Breuer. pitching seemed like the most compelling one to me, and one So, what does the future hold for these guys? Golf, for sure. that I could really see myself adding value to because of my expeBoth play together at Cordillera Ranch at least two times a week rience working with manufacturers in China. I thought I could help and compete in the Junior Club Tournament every year, as well with some of their material sourcing and quotes. Daniel and Will as other private golf tour events. And both are headed to Colwere very responsive to the feedback that we gave them. I have a lege Station this fall where they will be roommates and attend feeling we may be seeing them on store shelves in the near future! Blinn College with plans to transfer into the McFerrin Center for It was great working with all of the students, and I look forward to Entrepreneurship at A&M. more opportunities to help our young entrepreneurs...I only wish Congratulations to their success and best of luck on their they had these opportunities when I was in high school!” future accomplishments!
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COMMUNITY
MORE THAN JUST A MEAL By Olivia Burdick and Emily Perry :: Photography by Kelsey Grudle and courtesy of Rainbow Senior Center at Kronkosky Place
Kronkosky Place, also known as Rainbow Senior Center, is a familiar resource in our Boerne community. While 2020 posed extreme challenges for the seniors and the Center, the organization continued to shine bright, illuminating the tremendous impact it has on our community. Cordillera Ranch residents supported every aspect of what the Center does with their volunteerism through Meals on Wheels, vaccine distributions, serving on committees and supporting the Center and their programs through donations.
“Isolation that seniors feel all the time was particularly spotlighted during COVID-19 and we all now know what it feels like to have limited outside resources,” says Karen Love-Werner, Chair of the Board of Directors for Kronkosky Place and Cordillera Ranch resident. “What members miss the most is the fellowship — what everyone misses after 2020.” The past 12 months posed a particularly larger challenge for this part of our community due to COVID-19; Kronkosky Place navigated as a north star for other senior centers who looked for guidance and wise council. It was necessary for the CEO, Olivia Burdick, and her team to reimagine and put in place strategies for what this industry would morph into post pandemic. When the very first vaccines came to the county, the Center stepped up and partnered with My Urgent Care Clinic to successfully vaccinate 450 of our county’s seniors. When Kronkosky Place saw other needs arising, such as an increase in phone calls due to seniors needing help registering for the vaccine, they created a call center within the organization and partnered with both The City and The County to further prioritize seniors, and assisting those who were not tech-savvy or had limited access to the internet in
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scheduling vaccine appointments. Love-Werner adds, “Olivia conducted monthly meetings with other senior centers within the region and Boerne non-profit organizations to determine the best strategies to help address the needs of those in the community during the pandemic. It was a matter of figuring out how creative and resourceful we can be during something that no one has experienced before.” COVID-19 quickened the pace on an already increasing need for the evolution of the traditional senior center model; Kronkosky Place has already been recognized as one of the most innovative senior centers in the industry. Burdick was honored as Businesswoman of the Year at the Boerne Chamber of Commerce Awards Gala on Saturday, May 22nd, selected from 10 candidates by an esteemed judging committee. It was particularly an honor to be recognized amongst all businesses when you are running a not-for-profit. Burdick explains how senior centers have been around since 1970 with the initiation of the Older Americans Act, but the population and generations keep changing. For instance, the 85+ population enjoys certain activities while those in the 55+ group like others. This goes beyond activities to include different menu choices — some prefer to continue eating the home-style recipes they are familiar with, while younger generations are used to many choices and are aware of healthy eating and its impact on smart aging. “Our vision is to be the central resource center for seniors and their families; we educate caregivers and help to navigate the aging process, provide area transportation and resource connection,” says Burdick. The services provided at the Center are ever evolving. “We quickly shifted our typical program and service model to include drive-thru lunches, computer training and technology classes to learn zoom, and virtual support groups and phone call connections for what was traditionally in person. Now that we are on to the next normal, you can expect to see the introduction of classes like yoga to help your golf game, wine tastings, day trips and even speed dating! It goes without saying, fitness classes, socialization, support groups and health and wellness initiatives, such as our Meals on Wheels program, remain golden for us,” says Burdick. As the Kendall County hub for Meals on Wheels, Kronkosky Place is projected to serve 75,000 meals this year, which is a 25,000 meal increase due to the pandemic. Many seniors are living on fixed incomes and depend heavily on Social Security payments which leads to sometimes facing the choice of paying for medication or food. 83% of the seniors on the Meals on Wheels program Left: Karen Love-Werner and Olivia Burdick.
Above: Meals on Wheels Volunteer, David Thornally Right: Mike Lennhoff-Head Chef (in black), Janet Wenzel-Event Staff and Volunteer Zumba instructor (in yellow) and Susan Payne-Kitchen Assistant (in blue).
“Meals on Wheels not only delivers food but also acts as a well check. Sometimes the only contact a senior has all day is the interaction with the volunteer driver.” – Olivia Burdick, CEO, Rainbow Senior Center at Kronkosky Place cannot afford to make a voluntary contribution of $3 for their meal — Kronkosky Place serves ALL regardless of their ability to contribute. Additionally, meals are delivered to the Comfort Golden Age Center where their own community volunteers distribute to that area. Deliveries continued as usual during the entirety of the pandemic, and during the freeze earlier this year, the Boerne Police Department stepped in to assist during the severe weather conditions. “Meals on Wheels not only delivers food but also acts as a well check. Sometimes the only contact a senior has all day is the interaction with the volunteer driver. The volunteer acts as a liaison to report any concerns regarding their well-being that need attention. The volunteer is their friend, advocate and they know these individuals’ habits as if they were family,” says Burdick. These volunteers deliver 15 to 20 meals on the same day of the week, every week, and have regular routes so seniors know when to expect them. The 55+ make up a considerable number of volunteers for Meals on Wheels and at the Center. “To be an integral resource for the community, sustainability is key and there is a consistent need for fundraising and volunteers,” says Burdick. The Center is funded by grants, individuals, Older American’s Act funding and local government entities including The City of Boerne and Kendall County. To that extent, Kronkosky Place has developed an events and catering division for community groups who utilize their meeting facilities. The
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upstairs spaces were also designed as physician offices, fulfilling two needs: generating revenue for programs and operations, and providing an added value for seniors who have access to their local physicians while at the Center. The organization just completed their second Golf Tournament fundraiser with help from so many Cordillera Ranch residents, raising $25,000. And a gala is planned for August 14 at Mark Motors with an “Out of this World” space theme. Individual volunteers are always needed and welcomed, but it is not limited to senior assistance. Volunteer positions in areas like marketing and human resources are perfect examples of the realm of knowledge the organization seeks to further its mission. “To be the best stewards of our funding, we are always seeking creative and unique approaches to find necessary solutions with limited resources,” says Burdick. There are at least 250 volunteers, with 90 volunteers just to support their Meals on Wheels program. In leading the organization, Burdick believes you can gauge any quality of life by visiting the local Senior Center. She concludes, “We could not have survived COVID-19 nor foreseen such a bright future without the support of this community, along with the volunteers we will be needing to meet the growing needs of the influx of the maturing population.” To offer your support, contact Emily Perry at 830.249.2114 or emily@rainbowseniorcenter.com.
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LIFESTYLE BY STADLER
D ESIGNING L IFESTYLES Lifestyle by Stadler provides a luxury home building experience with a custom yet simplified approach. This year, the team brings two new homes designed for Hill Country living to Cordillera Ranch. By Drew Henry :: Photography by Blue Bruin Photography Somerset Rendering by 3D Renderings Amarillo Rendering by Zozan Erdogan “The Lifestyle by Stadler team is known for the experience, creativity and expertise we all bring to the custom home building process,” explains Vice President of Sales Dean Smith. “Our clients appreciate our communication-centric approach and that we are able to streamline the building process without sacrificing customization.” While Lifestyle by Stadler’s team of salespeople, architects, interior designers and contractors all work together to build their clients’ dream homes, it is clear that they are really designing a lifestyle that can be enjoyed for years to come. “We are dedicated to understanding the clear vision of the client and how they want to live their life,” adds Chief Operating Officer Richard Howell. “Being able to marry a floor plan with a design style and build to fit their unique needs are our ultimate goals. We have the expert team to make it happen.” Communication and integrated teamwork are central to Lifestyle by Stadler’s streamlined home building process. Personalized service and one-on-one communication start from day one. “We enjoy seeing clients get excited about potential homesites,” says Smith. “We meet with the client early on to get an understanding of what they want to accomplish. Then, we meet on their homesite with them and address their needs along with what the homesite has to offer.” Homeowners have the opportunity to meet with every member of their home building team throughout the process, and they have their own portal to keep up with the progress of their new house. “We hold weekly site meetings in-person and digitally so that intown and out-of-town clients can easily keep up with their home build,” explains Smith. In addition to weekly updates, clients can have peace of mind knowing that multiple members on the Lifestyle by Stadler team are looking out for their best interests. “Members of our sales, purchasing and construction teams all review the plans for accuracy and to identify ways to enhance the build while also saving costs,” adds Howell. As the longest standing Preferred Builder in Cordillera Ranch, the Stadler team attributes the community as being instrumental in their success. Ray Stadler, who founded the company in 1995, concludes, “Cordillera Ranch development and sales teams really care about maintaining value for their landowners and upholding very high standards. We will extend that same unparalleled quality, creativity and attention to detail in every home we build.”
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The Lifestyle by Stadler team is excited to bring two new inventory homes to Cordillera Ranch and the Springs of Cordillera Ranch this year.
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A NEW INVENTORY HOME COMING TO CORDILLERA RANCH The Somerset home boasts resort-style living with unique features, including multiple patios and decks designed to take full advantage of the sweeping golf course, sunset and Hill Country
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views. Combining natural materials with clean lines, this Organic Modern-style retreat is made for families who enjoy an elevated lifestyle. The 4,250 square-foot floor plan includes three bedrooms, five bathrooms, a media room, a flex room and a three-car garage, which is perfect for homeowners who need extra space. The exterior of the home features a variety of rooflines, giving the property a modern edge while maintaining elements of transitional design. Wood tile, stone and stucco work together to create an interestingly accented facade that celebrates natural materials. Inside the home, you will enjoy open-concept living that embraces indoor-outdoor connections, expanding the usable living space well beyond the home’s walls. The lower-level master suite, great room and game room all have access to patios, and the flex space upstairs features a covered balcony with breathtaking views over the golf course. The well-designed floor plan features conveniences, like easy pool access and a laundry room attached to the master suite. Upgraded interior finishes include European white oak wood flooring, a freestanding tub in the master bathroom, and natural stone quartzite kitchen counters with matching backsplash. These elegant touches provide a luxurious feel to the property while celebrating the intrinsic beauty of natural materials.
AMARILLO
A NEW INVENTORY HOME COMING TO THE SPRINGS OF CORDILLERA RANCH The Amarillo home is situated at the end of a peaceful cul-desac graced by live oaks, backing up to one of Cordillera Ranch’s tranquil parks. This elegant, family-friendly retreat offers a floor plan featuring three bedrooms, three bathrooms and over 3,500 square feet. Built in the Hill Country Transitional style, Amarillo offers classic Texan appeal reimagined for modern-day living. The home’s exterior features white Texas limestone and stucco paired with contrasting charcoal metal roofing, black windows and impactful double iron front doors. The simple color combination offers a timeless look, and durable materials provide easy maintenance for a growing family. Inside, homeowners can utilize an open-concept floor plan for entertaining, relaxing and bonding together as a family. An expansive living-dining-kitchen space opens onto a covered patio through panoramic sliding glass doors, promoting an indoor-outdoor lifestyle made for enjoying the beautiful scenery the Texas Hill Country has to offer. The Amarillo floor plan also features a large master closet, private master garden and game room. While all finishes can be customized for any Lifestyle by Stadler build, this inventory home features hard surface flooring throughout and an upgraded Thermador® kitchen package complete with a 42-inch range.
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“It’s About Quality, Simplicity and Creativity.” – Dean Smith,Vice President of Sales, Lifestyle by Stadler
The Lifestyle by Stadler portfolio of custom homes reflects an attention to architectural detail and quality construction, creative and innovative features and, most importantly, a commitment to accommodating each homeowner’s lifestyle through a collaborative and streamlined process from start to finish.
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CORDILLERA RANCH HOME LISTING INVENTORY IS AS TIGHT AS EVER If you’ve thought about listing and selling your home, now may be the perfect time. We’re seeing new listings sell quickly and for top dollar. LET OUR EXPERIENCED TEAM OF HOME SALES PROFESSIONALS PROVIDE AN ANALYSIS OF YOUR PROPERTY TODAY!
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166 SENDERO RIDGE $4,900,000
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This 50-acre estate has abundant Live Oaks, cross-fenced pastures, each with running water, and an equestrian center with 20+ covered stalls, a barn with tack, feed and supply rooms, a hay barn and a 200’ x 300’ riding arena with cattle pens and round walker. The main home is crafted in Hill Country tradition. The grand living room has stone walls and timber trusses with stone and wood flooring throughout that pairs with stone counters and Alder cabinets, doors and trim. Covered patios and an outdoor kitchen capture southern breezes by the pool with spa, grotto, slide and a diving board. The home has a six-car garage, and guest/care takers quarters are also on the property. • • • • • •
5 bedroom/4 full baths and 2 half baths/6 car garage 2,000-square-foot putting green with two tees Ag Exemption Acreage may be subdivided 2 water wells with storage tanks Master Full Golf Membership Available
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Contact for Details 4,185 Square Feet Highly sought-after, east-facing and oak-adorned, this 1.15-acre lot has over 280 feet of Golf Course Frontage and view of holes #12 and #13 of the Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, plus end-of-the-culde-sac seclusion with coveted orientation for prevailing breezes. The rustic contemporary design features an open floorplan with a stateof-the-art kitchen flowing into the main living and outdoor living areas — all overlooking the pool, grand Live Oaks and golf course beyond. The master suite, game room and home office share the same views and exposure. Three secondary bedrooms, separate dining, large pantry, mud and laundry areas complement the main living areas. • • • •
4 bedrooms/4 full baths and 1 half bath/3 car garage En suite bathrooms and walk-in closets in all secondary bedrooms Large outdoor living area with summer kitchen Clubs Village location allows for golf cart convenience to Clubs and course • Central utilities (water, sewer, propane) • Master Full Golf Membership Available
5 DI LUSSO DRIVE $1,085,000
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MLS# 1511871
Rarely available and highly desired! Travertine floors, wood beams, high ceilings, a neutral color palette, granite counters and custom cabinetry are highlighted in this open floor plan that includes living, breakfast and kitchen areas. Outdoor living spaces feature a spacious front courtyard, covered patios and Hill Country views of beautiful Texas sunrises and sunsets. The luxurious master suite opens to a private covered patio. Conveniently located near The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch with easy access via the Di Lusso private cart path. Adjacent Lodges at Cordillera Ranch will provide additional accommodations. • • • • • •
Lock-and-leave convenience Grounds maintenance included Tuscan-inspired design Single-story living… No steps Easy Joe Klar Road gate access Master Limited Golf Membership Available
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20 OAKLAND HILLS Contact for Details
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4,257 Square Feet
Lifestyle by Stadler presents this two-story, three bedroom, five-bath transitional style home meticulously sited on 1.15 acres of golf frontage and surrounded by stands of Live Oaks with beautiful sunset views. Luxury touches abound. An open floor plan with huge sliding glass doors and windows bring the outdoors in, and diffuse abundant natural light throughout the home. Construction begins fall 2020 with a completion date of late 2021. Rendering/Design subject to change
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3 bedrooms/5 baths/3-car garage Large master suite with dramatic accent wall Flex Room with its own bath and covered balcony Spacious media room with covered deck Elegant kitchen featuring granite countertops Backyard pool with pool bath and shower Master Full Golf Membership Available
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LOT 13 OAKLAND HILLS Contact for Details
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5,449 Square Feet
This distinguished design from the award-winning team of Garner Homes and J Terrian Designs overlooks the 8th and 9th holes of the Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, with oversized windows and doors throughout to enjoy the view. 5,449 square feet of living space include a spacious home office and separate bonus space ideal for remote working; an open concept dining space with a climate-controlled wine storage closet and direct access to the outdoor living area; a large game room with a walk-behind bar and access to the patio; an open kitchen and great room with an abundance of natural light; an attached casita adds flexibility to the home’s layout. Outdoor living includes heritage Live Oaks and views of the golf course, a swimming pool and spa, and over 800 square feet of covered space. The oversized 4 car garage is ideal for a car collector or family with young drivers. • Gourmet kitchen • Climate-controlled wine storage • Outdoor kitchen • Centralized utilities (water, sewage, propane) • Large windows and doors flood the home with natural light • Master Full Golf Membership Available
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Burdick Custom Homes’ and Oscar Flores’ painstaking attention to detail captures the essence of golf course living at Cordillera Ranch. Views of holes 12, 13, 14 and 15, enhanced by a Hill Country backdrop, provide a captivating setting to be enjoyed continuously. An open floor plan creates space and views to the outdoors across the great room, dining, kitchen and covered outdoor living through a moving glass wall system. The game room also takes advantage of views and features a fabulous bar with both opening to covered outdoor spaces that include a large outdoor kitchen, pool, spa and sunken firepit with seating. The master suite has direct access to outdoor living, luxurious bath and large closet with island dresser. • • • • • • •
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4 bedrooms/4 full baths and 1 half bath/3 car garage + golf cart garage Gated front courtyard with fountain and stepping-stone path All secondary bedrooms feature dedicated bath and large closet Additional flex space off bedrooms 2 and 3 Open gallery connects study, foyer, powder, utility and pantry Optional putting green Clubs of Cordillera Ranch Master Golf Membership Available
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3696 CLUBS DRIVE Contact for Details
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Soon to be built, this exceptional Oscar Flores-designed one-story Hill Country Transitional home features five bedrooms, five-and-one-half baths, study, game room, wet bar and climate-controlled wine room. The large banks of glass spanning the rear of the residence are designed to take advantage of the panoramic views over the 12th, 13th, 14th and 15th holes of the renowned Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course. An open living concept provides room for entertaining family and friends with a professional kitchen and prep kitchen featuring Sub Zero/Wolf® appliances and custom cabinetry by Michael Edwards Custom Cabinetry and Closets. The home features a fully automated “Smart Home” electronics package and a negative edge swimming pool overlooking the lush, refined surroundings of this golf course frontage property. • • • • • •
5 bedrooms/5 full baths and 1 half bath/3 car garage Extensive covered outdoor living Isolated study near Master Suite Fifth bedroom flexible as second home office Optional lap pool, spa and fire pit for ambiance Awaiting your personal touches and preferences
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Cordillera Ranch Realty Homes for Sale 1 - 166 Sendero Ridge 2 - 54 Muirfield 3 - 5 Di Lusso Drive 4 - 20 Oakland Hills 5 - Lot 13 Oakland Hills 6 - 3648 Clubs Drive 7 - 3696 Clubs Drive
1499 S. Main Street
Next to the Dog & Pony Grill
830.331.1391
CORDILLERA RANCH LIVING
28 Cordillera Trace Boerne, TX 78006
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