Cordillera Ranch Living March-April 2022

MARCH/APRIL 2022

CALIFORNIA’S LOSS IS CORDILLERA RANCH’S GAIN CLAUDIA AND SCOTT WEISBERG

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UPDATING THE GOLF SHOP SUMMER CAMP FUN FOR KIDS RIVERS OF THE TEXAS HILL COUNTRY

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A renovation of the Club’s Golf Shop reflects a more efficient floorplan with new fixtures that welcome a variety of merchandise displays for shopping enjoyment and a design that complements the building’s timeless architecture.

Each year, the selection of summer camps on the Ranch provides endless activities for kids of all ages to learn new skills or build on existing talents while simply enjoying the outdoors and Club amenities with their friends.

The Guadalupe River runs right through Cordillera Ranch and joins other Hill Country rivers and streams, each with unique characteristics that provide recreational opportunities for paddlers and fishermen, and those who just want to take in their beauty.

UPDATING THE GOLF SHOP

SUMMER CAMP FUN FOR KIDS

ALSO INSIDE: 14 WELCOME LETTER 18 CALENDAR 22 RANCH SCENE

RIVERS OF THE TEXAS HILL COUNTRY

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CALIFORNIA’S LOSS IS CORDILLERA RANCH’S GAIN CLAUDIA AND SCOTT WEISBERG When Scott and Claudia were contemplating a move to a warmer climate, the Texas Hill Country provided two big draws: Cordillera Ranch and living in close proximity to Claudia’s dad.

24 STAFF PROFILE: AUSTEN DAILEY & MARK BOBER 40 A YEAR IN AGRONOMY

58 BUSINESS INCUBATOR TO OPEN IN BOERNE

42 THE ATTAINABLE CHALLENGES IN OUR LIVES

60 AT THE MAYS CANCER CENTER

44 SWEET-SWEET DREAMS

64 THE LEGEND AND LURE OF TEXAS BLUEBONNETS

46 “OBSESSED WITH PINOT NOIR” KOSTA BROWNE

66 PRESERVING OUR HILL COUNTRY LANDSCAPE

56 BOERNE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

70 AN ENTERTAINER’S PARADISE BY GARNER HOMES

TO HOLD BOND ELECTION

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76 REAL ESTATE

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Recently, Charlie Hill and I had the great privilege of attending a conference as members of an organization called “The Franklin Club” (named after Ben Franklin). The group was formed by PGA Magazine, to bring together influential golf real estate leaders. It was invigorating to be back in the room with representatives from the top private golf club communities from around the country.

Franklin thought it was best to collaborate. From our very first meeting, it was evident that everyone in attendance was of the same mindset. Much of the discussion covered areas that we’re all too familiar with — home inventories at an all-time low, creating an all-time high for the number of lot purchases, which in turn sets the wheels in motion for record-setting home construction. Many communities sold through inventory so quickly that it may take years to get caught up due to entitlements, environmental, engineering and other delays. Others simply don’t have any more land to develop.

Golf’s COVID boom of the last couple of years was also discussed. Everyone adjusted to number of rounds of golf increasing. It also brought to light that golf has changed significantly in the last decade, with traditional golf accounting for 50% of all golf being played. The other 50% (and the half that is getting more new golfers to the game) is through participation at places like Top Golf, par-three courses and other innovative facilities, especially those with easy access to the game for families and beginners.

Staffing issues continue to be a challenge across the board, especially affecting areas like food and beverage, golf course maintenance and supply chain. But it’s also impeding progress for architects, engineers, builders and sub-contractors as they cannot keep up with the demand for building.

It was abundantly clear that many top communities are dealing with circumstances of their own success. Cordillera Ranch is no different. But we are fortunate to have land to develop for years to come, the ability and willingness to improve amenities, and exceptional fiscal management that will continue to keep us in an amazingly strong position.

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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, Brianna Botine 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 2022. 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.

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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.

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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 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.

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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.

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Place orders through the Club receptionist or Cordillera Ranch Mobile App for curbside pick-up or delivery, 11:00am to 8:00pm.

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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.

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EVENTS Fridays in March and April :: Live Music on the Patio

April 7 :: Shirley Roy Wine Dinner

The Twin Sisters Patio is the place to be every Friday in March and April from 6:00 to 9:00pm, with live entertainment and a small bites feature, followed by dinner in the Main Dining Room. Reservations for the dining room are recommended.

Time: 6:30 to 9:30pm Location: Main Dining Room Join us for an intimate dinner featuring Shirley Roy wines paired with a custom menu crafted by Executive Chef Isaac Cantu and his culinary team. Reservations are required and space is limited.

March 3 :: Unfiltered Collection Wine Dinner Time: 6:30 to 9:30pm Location: Main Dining Room Join us for an intimate dinner featuring Unfiltered Collection wines and a custom pairing menu crafted by Executive Chef Isaac Cantu and his culinary team. Reservations are required and space is limited.

March 26 :: Mommy & Me Tea Party Time: 10:00am to 12:00pm Location: Equestrian Center Fee: $19.95 ++ per child | $28.95++ per adult This is a special time for just us girls! Dress up in your favorite tea party dress, hat and pearls and enjoy fresh lemonade and tea. We will have tea party hors d’oeuvres, refreshments, tea party games and crafts, and a unique photo opportunity with a magical unicorn and princess!

Reservations are required.

March 29 :: Kid’s Tuesday Trivia Night Time: 6:00 to 7:00pm Locations: Kid’s Club Trivia Theme: Bugs & Animals Join us for Kid’s Tuesday Trivia Night, held on the last Tuesday of every month. These Trivia Nights are designed just for kids, ages 6-12, with unique trivia themes and prizes awarded to the winners. Reservations are required and space is limited. Kid’s Club rates apply.

April 7 :: Kid’s Easter Craft Night Time: 6:00 to 7:00pm Location: Group Exercise Studio Let’s make a beautiful Easter craft in preparation for Easter Sunday celebrations during this craft night designed just for kids! Reservations are required and space is limited.

April 16 :: Easter Eggstravaganza Time: 10:30am to 1:30pm Join us for an EGGstravagant afternoon! There will be an egg hunt at 11:00am, an Easter Bunny photo opportunity, sack races, hayrides, balloon twisters, face painting, a petting zoo and a DJ, along with lunch and drinks available for everyone. Reservations are required.

April 17 :: Easter Brunch Time: Seating is available 11:00am to 2:00pm Location: Main Dining Room Spring is in the air and Easter Brunch is on the menu. We’ve prepared some of the tastiest options for your special Sunday! Kids will enjoy an appearance by the Easter Bunny and adults can enjoy a mimosa or two and entertainment by Bernie Martini. This is sure to be a brunch you don’t want to miss! *All Club events require advance reservations and a 48-hour cancellation policy*

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STAFF PROFILE

AUSTEN DAILEY Assistant Golf Professional 714.654.8309 :: adailey@cordilleraranch.com HOMETOWN: Huntington Beach, CA FAMILY STATUS/MEMBERS: Single, no kids

WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT THE GOLF BUSINESS? A bunch of things! First, I get to be at the golf course all day!

Secondly, I really enjoy the company of all my coworkers. Getting to build relationships with the members is a part of the job that goes unmatched in any other industry, and I get to give back to a game that has provided me with so much!

DO YOU HAVE A MENTOR WHO HAS GUIDED YOU THROUGH YOUR CAREER? I never had a mentor. There were plenty of people that helped me along the way financially with sponsorships. My swing coach Bryan Lebedevitch helped me develop the mentality to where I felt I was good enough to be on the PGA Tour.

WHERE DID YOU GO TO SCHOOL? I attended The University of Alabama at Birmingham, and my major was Sports Management.

DID YOU PLAY GOLF IN COLLEGE? I did, yes. I started playing the game when I was 10 years old.

By the time I was 15, I was winning some junior events and won the High School California State Championship my junior year. I finished that year ranked the #3 junior in the state of California, and that led to a scholarship at UAB. My goal was to always play professional golf and I was lucky enough to turn professional after college to pursue it.

HOW LONG DID YOU PLAY PROFESSIONALLY? I played professionally for 10 years, mostly on the mini tours in California as well as Q — Schools, Korn Ferry Tour and PGA Tour Monday Qualifiers. I eventually got burnt out with the travel and constant practice, and made the decision to be a club pro.

WHAT WAS YOUR FAVORITE COURSE TO PLAY? My favorite course to play in college was Shoal Creek in Birmingham — that’s where our home event was played and we used the course for team qualifying as well. My favorite professional event was always the Long Beach Open because it was close to home, I got to stay with my parents and they were able to watch me play.

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WHAT ARE YOUR PROFESSIONAL GOALS? I am currently in the PGA Program working towards my Class A credential. I want to work my way up to a Head Golf Professional and then a Director of Golf. Also, I want to qualify for the PGA National Championship and play well enough to qualify for the PGA Championship.

HOW DID YOU BECOME EMPLOYED AT THE CLUBS OF CORDILLERA RANCH? One of my high school teammates played college golf with Corey Roberson, the Director of Golf, and put the two of us in contact. This was right around the same time I was looking to make the change to the business side of golf and it all just worked out.

WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR MOST REWARDING PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE? I think, just in general, getting to travel the country and play professional golf. I’ve been able to see many different places, different people and different cultures. I think that will really help me going forward in the golf business.

WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR GREATEST PERSONAL CHALLENGE? I would say it was making the decision to quit playing professional events. To make the transition from playing to the golf business side of things was something I really took time to think about and make sure it was the best move for me.

ANYTHING THAT WOULD SURPRISE OTHERS ABOUT YOURSELF? Other than golf, my other passion is music. If I wasn’t in golf, I would be doing something music related.

MARK BOBER 1st Assistant Golf Professional 830.336.4653 :: mbober@cordilleraranch.com HOMETOWN: Dallas, TX FAMILY MEMBERS: Wife-Marissa, Son-Henry, Daughter-Brighton, Son-George

WHERE DID YOU GO TO SCHOOL? I attended Texas Tech University and received a Bachelor of Science in Restaurant, Hotel and Institutional Management.

HOW DID YOU BECOME INTERESTED IN THE GOLF INDUSTRY? My Dad was an avid golfer. He introduced me to the game at an early age. It’s a great game for so many different reasons but the best parts of working in the industry are the ability to improve my game by playing regularly and the different people I’ve been able to meet and connect with along the way. There’s a special culture that happens at clubs between employees and members. I’ve met some of my closest friends at the courses. This eventually led me to be involved in golf full-time.

WHAT ARE YOUR PROFESSIONAL GOALS? I am currently a PGA of America Class A Professional and was elected to membership in 2020. My goal is to be a Head Golf Professional and run my own golf operation.

HOW DID YOU BECOME EMPLOYED AT THE CLUBS OF CORDILLERA RANCH? The Director of Golf, Corey Roberson, hired me at Preston Trail back in 2014. He always found ways to improve me professionally and exposed me to all aspects of a golf operation. An opportunity at Cordillera Ranch came up and I knew this would help me grow and improve my skill set as a Golf Professional. The golf operation at Cordillera Ranch is forward-thinking and is always finding ways to improve the experience for the members and staff.

WHAT PAST WORK HISTORY PREPARED YOU FOR THE CLUBS? I started at the Adolphus Hotel in downtown Dallas as a Front Desk Associate for three years. I began my training as a golf professional at the Preston Trail Golf Club in Dallas, then I moved to Royal Oaks Country Club and stayed there for five years as an Assistant Golf Professional.

WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR MOST REWARDING PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE? Raising money for Junior Golf is always rewarding. Randy Smith’s Great 108 has raised over $1,900,000 since 1983 for Junior Golf in the North Texas Section. Each Golf Professional would play 108 holes in one day while giving a playing lesson to a different junior each nine holes. It was something we loved to do and helped raise money for a good cause.

WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR GREATEST PERSONAL CHALLENGE? Shortly after my wife and I got married, I was not satisfied with my career in the hotel industry. I knew I wasn’t passionate about my work, and I couldn’t see myself continuing in my position long term. I knew golf was always something I loved and enjoyed being around. In 2013, my wife and I moved in with my in-laws so I could chase the dream of playing professionally. After a short time, we both realized this was not going to work out. In February of 2014, I was fortunate enough to be hired at Preston Trail Golf Club as an AIT (assistant in training) and I began my training as a Golf Professional. I was able to meet and befriend pros at various courses and after a short period of time I realized this is where my passion lies.

ANYTHING THAT WOULD SURPRISE OTHERS ABOUT YOURSELF? I swing the club left-handed but everything else I do is right-handed!

WHAT IS YOUR MOST MEANINGFUL PERSONAL EXPERIENCE? My most meaningful personal experience was in 2018 when my son Henry was born and sadly passed away three days later. His short life changed every aspect of my life and I strive to be better in everything I do because of him.

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While in the beginning stages of planning for retirement in 2014, a quick Google search of “Golf Course Communities in San Antonio” yielded a serendipitous solution to Claudia and Scott Weisberg’s quest to migrate from their home in Ohio to a warmer climate, initially California.

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The couple, who spent much of their marriage toggling between Minnesota, Missouri and Ohio, longed to retire to a more amiable climate. California seemed to be the obvious choice, as the Weisbergs had always enjoyed spending their summer vacations there. But, growing increasingly weary of the idea of uprooting to California, the Weisbergs began to casually explore other options. “The weather in California was grand, but the lack of water, cost, overcrowding and failed municipalities were not enticing.

California had our hearts, but not our heads,” explains Scott.

So, the couple followed in the footsteps of Claudia’s parents, who moved from Maryland to San Antonio in 1990, and made their own great migration to the Texas Hill Country. “One visit to the area, plus a round of golf on the Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, and we were hooked,” remembers Scott of the couple’s first introduction to Cordillera Ranch.

After that first trip to Boerne, the couple returned to Ohio in order for Scott to complete his corporate career, and for their son to finish high school, but the wheels were set into motion for a move to Texas. Scott and Claudia purchased their lot at Cordillera Ranch in 2019 and moved in the end of March 2021. The sunshine and warmth of Texas is a balm to the soul of this couple, who spent much of their lives in the northern recesses of the country.

The Weisbergs’ love story began in 1993 in bustling New York City. Their “meet-cute” stories are similar. Both Scott and Claudia were employed by snack food giant, Nabisco®, where Claudia was the Divisional Sales Manager for Metro New York and Scott was the new Manager of Training and Development.

Scott says, “There was a project that had stalled and so I was pulled into it. Claudia was the subject matter sales expert, and I was working as the project manager. The project ended after several months, and we decided to continue. I like to say that Claudia pursued me… She probably remembers it differently.”

Claudia’s version: “On his third day of work, Scott was charged with running a meeting for a Sales Rep Training Program. I was in the room, waiting for the meeting to start when I saw a navy blue ‘blur’ fly by the door to the meeting room and then swiftly come back into view, asking if this was the Sales Rep Training Program,” remembers Claudia of her first meeting with Scott.

“From that point forward,” Claudia laughs, “the project got a lot more interesting!”

That project got so interesting, it would seem, that within 20 months the couple was engaged and excited to begin new careers and a new life together in Minneapolis, where they married four months later. After son Drew was born, the family made the move to St. Louis and then Ohio, where Claudia embraced motherhood while dedicating herself to volunteering her time

and her talents to various schools and educational organizations, most notably, serving as President of the PTO for Upper Arlington High School in Upper Arlington, Ohio. With 20 years of work in the private sector (at Procter & Gamble and Kraft/ Nabisco) under her hat, Claudia excelled at collaborating with multiple schools in order to help them formulate strategic plans and mentor executive team members.

After amassing a wealth of experience with such companies as PepsiCo®, General Mills® and Wendy’s® International, these days, Scott enjoys serving as a consultant, executive coach and strategic advisor who works with organizations and senior leaders in a number of industries. He finds himself energized by working with talented people who are navigating meaningful changes in their lives and the organizations in which they serve.

“I went into the Human Resources field because I love helping people, teams and organizations achieve their highest level of performance. That’s probably why I’m so attracted to golf — it offers a tangible and measurable opportunity to perform and improve. To do so requires (for me) consistent and intentional effort to do well, which doesn’t happen often, but when you do, it feels great,” he says.

The Weisbergs’ son, Drew is currently a senior at Tufts University, near Boston, where he is studying Film/Media Studies and is writing a screenplay for his senior thesis. Drew serves on the board for “Major Undecided,” which is a “Saturday Night Live”-like sketch comedy group where he writes and performs regularly. Drew also serves as the Arts Editor for the Tufts Daily campus newspaper. “Of course, we have a strong parental bias, but we believe that Drew is extremely creative and gifted and we look forward to watching him pursue his dreams,’’ say Scott and Claudia.

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When the Weisbergs aren’t at home putting around the golf course at Cordillera Ranch, they enjoy traveling and recall a particularly magical family vacation. “My favorite vacation was to Italy and Vienna right before the pandemic hit,” says Scott. “It was over the Christmas holidays and started with two nights in New York City. We landed in Rome on Christmas Day and wound our way through Pompeii, Florence and finally to Vienna and Salzburg. It was a fabulous eleven days with just our family and it probably has even more meaning given what ultimately transpired over the past couple of years, with COVID.” The trip inspired Claudia with more ambitious travel goals, “I would like to take an extended vacation to Europe or any other foreign destination. My parents spent a year traveling through Europe. I would settle for a couple of months where you really felt part of the community and fully experience what it means to live in that town and country.”

Relocating from Ohio to Boerne in the midst of the pandemic made getting out and exploring their new hometown a bit challenging, but the Weisbergs are enjoying learning about the area and always welcome suggestions about new places to try.

“The shops in Boerne are delightful! The small boutiques are so distinctive and the restaurants are varied and interesting,” says Claudia. “We have already become big fans of Mary’s Tacos in Boerne!” adds Scott.

As one might expect, golf plays a large role in the Weisbergs’ life at Cordillera Ranch. In fact, Scott hopes that an elusive hole-in-one is in his near future. “I’d love to have to buy the guys in my foursome some shoes — maybe more than once,” says Scott, of this hole-in-one tradition. Claudia is working on her golf game, as well. An enthusiastic participant in the Golf Club’s “Chicks & Sticks” program, Claudia hopes to improve her game so that she can enjoy more time with Scott and friends on the golf course.

Even though golf is by far Scott’s favorite hobby, he adds, “I enjoy learning about, preparing and consuming food and wine; learning how to smoke things on my Kamado Joe; listening to all kinds of music; and occasionally playing guitar. I hope to start getting out with my new bike – once I find more flat spots out here!”

For Claudia, living in proximity to her father Stan has become a welcomed bonus. “My favorite thing to do is spend time with my dad. I have not lived in the same state as my parents since I was 18 years old, so to be less than 40 minutes away is wonderful. San Antonio was always a welcome relief from cold winters and a wonderful place to visit. Drew only knows his grandparents as Texans!” says Claudia, whose mother Phyllis passed away in 2018, making the opportunity to be close to her dad even more meaningful.

In addition to golf and spending time with family, an affinity for food and wine goes hand-in-hand with the Weisbergs’ love for entertaining at their home. “We built our house as a destination for friends and family — many of whom live in cold-weather climates. Cordillera Ranch is such a great place to share with guests. Everyone has felt welcome and cannot wait to return,” says Claudia. They both add, “While the amenities at Cordillera Ranch are amazing (we joke with our friends that it’s like living at a Four Seasons Resort), the staff is even more accommodating and impressive.”

It’s safe to say that the Weisbergs made the right decision when they chose Texas over California to live out their retirement. As the couple adjusts to their new life in the Texas Hill Country, they are also looking forward to continuing their long history of charity work and engaging with local nonprofits to impact lives in their new hometown. “I am inspired by people that give of themselves in service to others. We are all so blessed and I admire those that give their time, energy, talent and resources to help others that are less fortunate. Through our moves, I have been lucky to work with several nonprofits where I have seen firsthand what hard work can do to impact countless lives. I am excited to engage here in the Hill Country and in San Antonio where there are so many extraordinary nonprofits,” says Claudia.

Scott sums up their Cordillera Ranch experience so far, “It’s hard to beat the natural beauty of this area and even harder to beat the neighbors. Probably the greatest thing about living out here is the number of accomplished people who have diverse interests and knowledge.”

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GOLF

UPDATING THE

GOLF SHOP

The new Golf Shop renovation builds on the Club’s timeless architecture while creating a more efficient floorplan and enjoyable shopping experience for members.

By Corey Roberson, Director of Golf

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Like many homes and other parts of the Club, our Golf Shop received some damage from the winter storm last February. We were lucky that our damage wasn’t significant, but it gave us the opportunity to take a fresh look at the Golf Shop. Since the carpet had to be replaced, it got us thinking about the overall layout of the shop.

As in anything related to fashion or design, the old layout of our shop was “current” when it was built in 2008, but trends change and evolve. For example, cotton was still a big seller in 2008; cotton shirts merchandise best when folded. Now, cotton shirts represent less than two percent of our sales. In addition, our traffic in the shop has increased significantly over the last couple of years and comfortable customer flow is important to us. With concepts like this in mind, we found some opportunities to change things to create a better retail environment for our members and their guests.

The old counter was positioned in the center of the Golf Shop, which took up a lot of valuable merchandising space. In retail, corners are typically dead space and the prime real estate is near the entrances, along with the center of the space. This is where we found our biggest opportunity — we demolished the old counter and installed a new smaller counter near the newly renovated Pro Office. We didn’t gain any additional square footage, but this allowed us to transform an ineffective corner into functional, operational space while opening up desirable retail space. This, combined with new lighter-colored carpet, makes the space feel a lot bigger.

With this new open space, we needed to update our fixtures to fit the new layout. First on the list is what I like to call a fancy giant

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rolling rack. It’s basically a traditional double bar rolling rack but made from wood that complements the other design elements of our shop. This fixture alone can fit more than 180 hanging items, plus it has a flat table on top of it to stack more merchandise. Next up were nesting tables. We had a few large tables in our previous layout, but we were limited in how we could merchandise on those tables. Time for another retail tip: folding displays look best when you can create layers or levels. The three new sets of nesting tables allow us to accomplish that goal. Each set includes three tables at different heights. On top of that, our creative Merchandiser, Camille, found little crates and stools for these tables to add even more interest and elevation change. The final touch was two slat wall plaques hung where the old counter used to live. These slat walls offer a lot of versatility with how displays can be organized and are perfect for hanging items. We also replaced all of our hangers with new C-Star logoed hangers that match the other millwork in the shop. All of these new fixtures allow us to fit more merchandise in the shop even though our footprint didn’t change.

I mentioned above that we renovated the Pro Office — this was a project that was actually planned prior to the winter storm but was scheduled later in the year. This project involved knocking down a few walls and creating a more open space. Our team has grown since 2008 and so have the tools we use. The old layout had built-in desks and storage, which was very common at the time, but we needed additional storage and more workstations for the team. Knocking down the walls provided better flow and replacing built-ins with freestanding desks and storage was a better use of the space.

If you haven’t seen the new layout, come on by and check it out!

Corey Roberson is the Director of Golf at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. He can be reached at croberson@cordilleraranch.com and 830.336.4653.

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AGRONOMY

A YEAR IN

AGRONOMY

By Stu Rowland, Director of Agronomy

My how time flies! Exactly one year ago on my first day at Cordillera Ranch, we aerified greens. From that day to now, it has been a very productive year and as the old parenting saying goes,“The days were long, but the year was short.” The Agronomy team has much to be proud of as we’ve made great progress on the course, in the maintenance facility and with the staff.

Sometimes it’s important to look at where we have been, how we’ve been successful and where we are headed.

Last spring, we emerged from the winter storm well with minimal damage and quickly readied the course for April and May’s tournament season. Getting the entire course back to 100 percent turf coverage was handled smoothly by the team and in the process, we were able to accomplish a small project of regrading and turfing all the fairway drains that had steep edges. Before, a ball would collect in the drain and now with the contoured edges balls are more likely to roll through these areas. These types of projects sometimes seemingly go unnoticed albeit the impact to play can be significant. And that has been our thought process: “What impacts play and where can we enhance the player experience?”

So, where have we impacted play? Several areas are of meaningful mention but none more impactful than our putting surfaces. Always a labor of love, our bent greens are doing great today. We always have ups and downs with our Texas weather

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but we have been diligent in our cultural practices with the new surfaces. 2021 saw the usage of new tools and aerification practices. By consistently venting the surfaces with frequent topdressings, we are beginning to see the results with a firmer, truer green surface. Waiting, as they say, is the hardest part, but as each season passes, we see the fruits of the one before. Our fall practices give way to good spring conditions and taking advantage of spring weather gives way to successful summer conditions. Again, the days can be long, but the year flies along quickly and we soon see the benefits of each practice.

Zoysia. We all love the Zoysia surfaces and they have been another area of our focus. From May through August, we worked diligently to groom, verticut and lower heights on all the Zoysia surfaces. We finally arrived at the lowest mowing height we’ve experienced in a long time — .350 inches. Getting to that height on all Zoysia aided in better lies and ball roll on the fairways. The process also aided in better turf conditions as we vertical-mowed(sliced), aerified and topdressed nearly all Zoysia surfaces. Sand topdressing continued and still continues as we look to firm up fairways and, more specifically, the entries to the greens where the ball will bounce more and “bump & run” plays can be made. This spring we will already be at the lower heights and thus five months ahead of where we were at the same time last year: a continued example of today’s efforts in tomorrow’s fruit.

In previous articles, you may remember our desire not to only have good turf, but an enjoyable and aesthetic experience as well. This winter we have been busy re-establishing all our mulch bed perimeters and installing fresh cedar mulch. As the course comes out of dormancy this March, the nice edges and

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Before color contrast of the mulch to the turf will give us a great view peering down each fairway. Likewise, we have been restoring all landscaped areas around the tees. This project will take us in to March just ahead of tournament season. Not all of us hit every fairway but we all start at the tee and finish at the green, so restoring all these areas gives us a fresh look every time we tee it up and putt out.

We saw lots of change in 2021 on the course but we also took care of our home at the Agronomy facility. We work hard to take care of our members but we also work hard to take care of those who take care of you — our Agronomy Team. In 2021 we gave the team office and breakroom a makeover with new floors, fresh paint, new furniture and staff amenities. Our desire is for members to come and enjoy Cordillera Ranch but we also desire for our team to want to come and work here as well. Coming in each day to a well maintained and inviting space makes it easy to start each day well. Our team works hard through the coldest of days and the muggiest of days and thus deserves the best experience, too.

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After Yes indeed, some days were long, but that year flew by! We are excited to be in 2022 and even more so for this next growing season to start. We look forward to keep building on each project and accomplishment, making each season better than the previous. Our motto is “Make It Better” and we’ll continue to do just that each day, season and year!

Finally, I’d be remiss if I didn’t say thank you. So… Thank You! Cordillera’s members, management, residents and even your guests have been a pleasure to be around. Thank you for all of your questions, feedback and appreciation. It really is better out here!

Stu Rowland is the Director of Agronomy at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. He can be reached at srowland@cordilleraranch.com and 830.336.3710.

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WELLNESS

THE ATTAINABLE

CHALLENGES in Our Lives

By Tamra Christiansen, Director of Fitness and Wellness

We have so many goals within all aspects of our lives.The question is how to reach those goals. Author, philanthropist and life and business strategist Tony Robbins leaned into the fact that we think the way to achieve our goals and make changes in our lives is by changing the strategy. He also said that approach is completely backwards, and I agree. Changing the way we have done things for years is a difficult challenge to tackle. So, maybe we start smaller.We start with things that are attainable and things we can celebrate.The little victories lead to bigger celebrations!

At The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch, we have two annual fitness challenges to help you achieve your personal goals.

Jump Into January just finished and prizes have been awarded! Next is Spring Into Summer, another 8-Week Challenge to keep up the momentum. In Boerne, Texas, we get more shorts-and-shortsleeve weather than most, so keeping our bodies in shape is a priority.

The 8-Week Challenges are designed to encourage success in your fitness and nutrition journey. Although it is a group challenge, the focus is individual. We start by having each participant step on the InBody analysis machine. This measures body weight, divided into body fat percentage, BMI and lean muscle in each of your limbs and trunk. These measurements help us determine where we need more strength by building lean muscle. Building lean muscle increases our metabolism, which helps us to lose body fat. We also take girth measurements. Why? Because we are

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Where is the next challenge going to lead you in your quest to be the best version of yourself? more than just our weight. True measures of fitness gains are seen in more than pounds. You will learn to try new classes or activities that burn extra calories and build your confidence. In addition, we offer two Bonus Challenge Classes, which give us an extra 400-700 calories to attack during this fitness adventure. We also talk about nutrition with Precision Nutrition. Diet is 86 percent of body measurement success.

One of my favorite quotes is, “You cannot out-exercise a bad diet.” A fun and true quote, yes, but Precision Nutrition focusses on whole health and wellness; there is no good or bad food, we simply have choices for attainable changes.

During this eight-week journey, I will

Above: SUP’s (Stand-Up Paddleboards) are used for yoga classes, boot camps on the water and a Paddle Board Boot Camp and Pilates Reformer Duo Specialty Class. When you do the Challenges, you become motivated to try new things and new classes. send you weekly videos with three things to focus on: • A workout tip of the week • A nutritional tip of the week • A motivational tip of the week Trying new things that might otherwise seem intimidating (at first) is a great tool to increase your self-esteem. There are so many things we could limit ourselves on, but so many more things in life that we might venture to say, “Why not?”

This brings me to my heart-felt point — my “WHY” of why I do this. I like to see clients succeed in their personal journey. Fitness and nutrition are just a

part of this journey. Feeling great about what you do in your life and FOR YOUR LIFE is my focus. This is the “good stuff.” I want you to learn that you can love who you are from where you are by: Learning to breathe deeply. Taking the time to eat slowly and mindfully. Enjoying life in the moment and not worrying about the next moment. Knowing what you have control over within yourself versus trying to control the uncontrollable in this mysterious thing we call life. Finding out that you CAN try something you have never tried. You CAN make time for yourself, even with a busy schedule. You CAN plan for nutrition in a way that is still enjoyable and not restrictive. You CAN improve yourself one small change at a time.

Where is the next challenge going to lead you in your quest to be the best version of yourself?

Tamra Christiansen is the Fitness and Wellness Director at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. She can be reached at tchristiansen@cordilleraranch.com and 830.336.9184.

InBody Analysis Machine

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DINING

“We enjoyed her works of art every holiday. What a talented lady!”

– Amy, Cordillera Ranch member

SWEET-SWEET Dreams

By Isaac Cantu, Executive Chef

“Yliana does a great job, taking pride in her work. She has been very helpful with all of the Lodges displays. We are lucky to have her on the team.”

– Brianna Botine, Communications Director and Lodging Concierge

It is always hard to express the sad feelings that come from losing a person that you care about. In late December,The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch lost one of our true culinary talents, Yliana Cadena, who passed away unexpectedly and too soon. Yliana was a member of the Culinary Pastry team. She was a passionate Cake Artist with a very vast knowledge of different skills and techniques that were utilized to elevate events, private parties or even simple days.

“We loved her cakes and cookies so much!

She did such an amazing job on them for all our kids.”

– Kelly, Cordillera Ranch member

“I was having an off day and Yliana brightened my spirit by making me a muffin!

It was so kind and thoughtful of her!”

– Kelsey Grudle, Recreation Coordinator

Yliana joined the Cordillera Ranch Culinary team in July, the summer of 2018. She quickly made an impact with her passion for creating custom cakes for many different occasions that members had. Not only did Yliana bake cakes, she also helped create and execute amazing desserts as well. A humble servant to her craft, Yliana, along with other members of the pastry team, was committed to creating fresh, seasonal “from scratch” desserts for the Club’s dessert menu.

There are many things that come to mind when thinking of the wonderful individual that Yliana was. “Kitchen Mom” and “Chef Mom” are at the top of the list with the Culinary Team.

Perfectionist, Student, Teacher, Great Listener and Great Friend are also often mentioned when thinking of Yliana. Her enormous passion for creating show-stopping cakes got her on the main stage of the Food Network. Watching her attack the challenges on TV was like watching her accepting the challenges that her day-to-day work brought to her in our kitchen.

She never backed down, she always pushed and she always rose to the top.

The Cordillera Ranch Culinary team, along with many others, will miss Yliana Cadena. We will miss her bright smile, her love for culinary gadgets, her stories of her husband and “fur babies” and her true passion for brightening peoples’ lives with her sweet-sweet creations. Thank you, Yliana.

Until the next Kitchen!

Isaac Cantu is the Executive Chef at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. He can be reached at icantu@cordilleraranch.com.

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CELLAR CLUB

TA S T E !

“OBSESSED

taste noun /tãst/

:the sensation of flavor perceived in the mouth and throat on contact with a substance.

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WITH

PINOT NOIR” Kosta Browne

By Jeffrey Cohen, Wine Specialist

TWO NEW WINES have made it to the wine list.

I will be showcasing these and giving you quite a bit of information on these highly sought after “allocations.”

First, let’s talk about the Vineyard, some history and the philosophies that they use to establish greatness in the bottle.

Founders Dan Kosta and Michael Browne started out with humble beginnings while working together in a local restaurant in 1997. Full of passion but short on capital, Michael developed relationships with key growers in Northern California, while Dan, along with the help of a third party, Chris Costello, worked to market and sell the wines.

In 2011, they were named Wine Spectator’s #1 Wine of the Year with their Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir. It was an honor that could only fuel their steadfast dedication and focus on quality.

They have remained committed to embracing innovation, pushing boundaries and they welcome unconventional approaches in the cellar to make irresistible Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines of elegant intensity.

These varieties reflect their growing conditions and winemaking approaches like no other and they are obsessed with capturing the individual expression of the state’s finest growing regions — the rugged and diverse Sonoma Coast, the foggy Russian River Valley, the chilly Santa Lucia Highlands, the coastal proximity of the Santa Rita Hills and the wild, untamed Anderson Valley.

Through the artful blending of their vineyards and their individual blocks and rows, they strive to create the purest expression of each appellation’s unique personality.

Photo by Troyce Hoffman

2019 SONOMA COAST PINOT NOIR “The Western Edge Personified” The Sonoma Coast Appellation overlaps with that of the Russian River Valley in many places and is similarly shaped by the ocean. Local geology can be complex there, a direct result of being located at the intersection of two tectonic plates. For this wine, they found themselves drawn to vineyards that are particularly influenced by the Pacific Ocean and are fortunate to work with some spectacular sites.

The vineyards they source from lie in both the southern portion of the appellation and in the northern true coastal zone. Together, they form a singular wine that is distinctly Sonoma Coast — dense, powerful and with notes of blue fruit. In the southern area, the Petaluma Wind Gap and the San Pablo Bay drive cooler temperatures and provide deep flavors and richly textured wines. The vineyards from the coastal reaches contribute savory and spiced characteristics that they love as well as great structure and poise. On the nose, the Sonoma Coast Pinot entices with aromas of fresh blueberries, blackberries and lilacs, while delicate notes of baking spice and vanilla integrate seamlessly. On the palate, ripe blue fruit complements the precise balance of structure, layered acidity and a long, powerful finish.

Old-School Beef Wellington comes to mind with this one.

Pair the beef with paprika and parmesan rubbed Hasselback potatoes, your favorite garden vegetable and finish it all with a spicy berry chutney.

Photo by Troyce Hoffman

2019 KEEFER RANCH PINOT NOIR “A candy store of Clones in the Coolest Part of the Region” Planted in 1996 and featuring an array of elite clones, the dry-farmed Keefer Ranch is in the coolest part of the Russian River Valley. Wind and fog lengthen the growing season at the site, which helps to produce one of the most refined and graceful Pinot Noirs. They began working with this site in 2005 in collaboration with the legendary Marcy Keefer.

In the winery, they used an array of fermentation vessels to showcase different aspects of this remarkable vineyard. The resulting wine is expressive of Russian River, with black cherry, blackberry and fresh raspberry. Subdued elements of vanilla and black licorice waft from the glass while it’s flirtatious elegance and smooth tannins delight.

I know we are far away from Thanksgiving, but a Cajun-rubbed turkey with wild mushroom stuffing, fresh berry relish and some roasted Brussels sprouts all sound like a feast with the Keefer Ranch.

The next time you are at the Club, please say hello, Jeff Jeffrey Cohen is the Wine Specialist at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. He can be reached at jcohen@cordilleraranch.com

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OUTDOORS

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2022 SUMMER CAMPS at Cordillera Ranch Choose your adventure! Our camps provide fun-filled experiences in a safe environment for every boy and girl. From art, horses, golf and tennis to specialty camps for the culinary arts and outdoor adventures, we have it all.We are excited to offer new camps this year for kids to enjoy such as Little Ranchers Golf Camp, Mad Scientist Camp, Digital Explorers Camp and more!

NEW—LITTLE MERMAID SWIM CAMP Dates: June 1-3 | Time: 11:00am-2:00pm | Ages: 4-8 Calling all beautiful mermaids for this NEW camp! The Little Mermaid Swim Camp is all about mermaids and fun! You will receive your very own swimmable mermaid tail and strengthen your swim skills by playing, splashing and swimming as a mermaid. This camp is for beginner to intermediate swimmers and is all about strengthening your water skills while having fun.

We will practice water safety while playing water games with certified lifeguards and swimming instructors. Children must have knowledgeable swimming skills to attend this camp.

Lunch is included.

NEW—DIGITAL EXPLORERS CAMP Dates: June 1-3; July 6-8; August 2-5| Time: 10:00am-2:00pm | Ages: 6-14 Explore, play and challenge yourself with this NEW Digital Explorers Camp. Each day your camper will experience different video games and challenge themselves by playing and competing with other campers for prizes. Campers will practice spatial reasoning, project planning and design through these digital adventures. Snacks are included.

CRAFT QUEEN’S ART CAMP Dates: June 7-10 | Time: 12:30-4:30pm | Ages: 6-12 This Art Camp is for those girls who are in LOVE with art!

We will be creating all the things girls like best such as painting, jewelry, ceramics and more. We will be learning unique art techniques while creating beautiful masterpieces using different mediums throughout the week. All materials are provided.

By Kelsey Grudle, Recreation Coordinator

CORDILLERA RANCH JUNIOR GOLF CAMP Dates: June 7-10, June 21-24; July 12-15, July 26-29; August 9-12 | Time: 9:00am-1:00pm | Ages: 6-14 The Cordillera Ranch Junior Golf Camp consists of instruction on all aspects of the game, various team and individual challenges, on-course play and swimming. This camp is perfect for beginner and intermediate golfers and is taught by the Cordillera Ranch Professional staff. Lunch is included and clubs will be provided if needed.

NEW—LITTLE RANCHERS GOLF CAMP Dates: June 7-10, June 21-24; July 12-15, July 26-29; August 9-12 | Time: 2:00-3:00pm | Ages: 3-6 This NEW Little Ranchers Golf Camp consists of golf instruction for beginner players that are new to the game of golf. Your little golfer will learn the beginning steps on how to play the game, various team and individual challenges and course practice taught by the Cordillera Ranch Professional Golf staff. Clubs will be provided if needed.

ALL-STAR SPORTS CAMP Dates: June 7-10, June 21-24; July 12-15; August 2-5 | Time: 10:00am-2:00pm | Ages: 8-12 This camp is an endless collection of sports and activities that challenges kids and helps develop confidence while having fun in the great outdoors. We will be playing tennis, pickleball, dodgeball, badminton, capture the flag, swimming and much more. Lunch is included.

NEW—TENNIS & PICKLEBALL CAMP Dates: June 14-17, June 28-July 1; July 26-29; August 9-12 | Time: 10:00am-2:00pm | Ages: 8-14 Tennis and Pickleball Camp is a great camp combination that offers tennis for beginners to intermediate level players and pickleball activities in the afternoon! This camp challenges kids and helps to develop confidence, hand-eye coordination and large motor skills while having fun in the great outdoors. Lunch is included.

NEW—HARRY POTTER CAMP Dates: June 7-10 | Time: 10:00am-2:00pm | Ages: 7-15 Harry Potter Camp is a chance for Muggles to experience the adventures of Harry Potter and his friends! Activities will include games inspired by the movies and novels. We will play Quidditch, Wizards Chess, hunt for Horrcruxes, compete in a Tri-Wizard tournament and have snacks inspired by the stories!

Lunch is included.

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NEW- LITTLE TENNIS & PICKLEBALL CAMP Dates: June 14-17, June 28-July 1; July 26-29; August 9-12 | Time: 10:00am-2:00pm | Ages: 4-7 Little Tennis and Pickleball Camp is a great camp combination that offers tennis and pickleball for beginner kiddos that are learning and growing in the game. Tennis will be in the morning and there will be great cool-down games and activities in the afternoon! Lunch is included.

JUNIOR CULINARY CAMP Dates: June 14-17 | Time: 1:00-3:00pm |Ages: 8-14 This hands-on cooking experience will focus on preparing delicious food and plating presentation, all taught by a knowledgeable chef. Throughout the week we will learn how to make different dishes and how to create beautiful presentations that will capture the eye! All cooking materials are provided.

LITTLE CHEFS’ CULINARY CAMP Dates: July 12-15| Time: 10:00am-12:00pm | Ages: 4-7 Calling all little chefs to learn and grow in the world of cooking! This camp will teach your young chef the safety skills and knowledge to be in a kitchen. We will dive into hands-on, sensory cooking projects that let your camper experience the look, feel, smell and taste of their food creations. All cooking materials are provided.

LITTLE CRAFTER ART CAMP Dates: June 21-24 | Time: 12:30-4:30pm | Ages: 4-7 Calling all little crafters to come learn, play and experience

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hands-on art projects. Each day we will be creating fun masterpieces using different art mediums. Your crafty little artist will practice large and small motor skills, social interaction and creativity while having fun and experiencing new things.

All materials are provided, all you need to bring is your smile and creativity!

LEGO® ENGINEERING CAMP Dates: June 28-July 1| Time: 1:00-3:00pm | Ages: 7-12 This unique camp is for those boys and girls who love LEGOs and love to learn! We will explore LEGO® engineering and building, play LEGO® games and each day we will have a different LEGO® theme to ensure kids will have plenty of fun! All materials are provided.

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CAMP Dates: June 14-17; July 12-15; August 2-5 | Time: 8:00am-5:00pm | Ages: 9-14 This adventurous camp is designed for older kids who love the great outdoors of Texas. This camp will include daily trips off the Ranch. We will have fun fishing, going on river trips and exploring the outdoors! Lunch, snacks, water and all park fees are included.

NEW—C-STAR GAMES—THE ULTIMATE CAMP Dates: July 19-22 | Time: 10:00am-2:00pm | Ages: 4-12 This is a camp your camper doesn’t want to miss! Throughout the week there will be games and friendly competitions in different sports and activities such as tennis, golf, swimming, archery,

paddle boarding and more. On the last day of camp, we will have a field day and Awards Party. Lunch is included.

NEW - MAD SCIENTIST CAMP Dates: August 2-5 | Time: 10:00am-12:00pm | Ages: 7-12 Boom, splat, ooze and fizz! This NEW Science Camp is all about having a blast while making a mess exploring the science behind chemical reactions. We will learn different science experiments, build rockets and more! All science materials are provided.

SCHOOL OF ROCK CAMP Dates: June 21-24; August 2-5 | Time: 5:00-6:30pm | Ages: 12-18 Join our experienced teacher, Bradley Hill, who has over 15 years of guitar-playing experience and learn guitar chords, notes and how to read music. Develop music skills and test your level of interest! If you want your musical talents to go to the next level, then this camp is for you!

UNICORN PRINCESS HORSE CAMP Dates: May 31-June 2 | Time: 8:30am-1:00pm | Ages: 6-10 It doesn’t get much better than little girls and horses — unless there is glitter, unicorns and pink on top! Your little cowgirl will get to brush our horses, ride and explore our nature trails on horseback. We will also have fun crafts, games and indoor activities. Lunch is included.

SADDLES & SPLASHES HORSE CAMP Dates: July 19-21, July 26-28; August 2-4 | Time: 8:30am-1:00pm | Ages 8 + This is a horse camp that will beat the summer heat! We will start each morning at the Equestrian Center, riding and learning basic horsemanship. After lunch, we will head to the pool to cool off with water games and fun. Lunch is included.

PRINCIPLES OF PATHFINDER CAMP Dates: June 7-10, June 14-17, June 21-24, June 28-July 1; July 6-8, July 12-15, July 26-29; August 2-5, August 9-12 | Time: 2:00-5:00pm | Ages: 7-15 This camp is all about the power of your imagination through a team-oriented tabletop game! Join this storybased camp as we go on imaginary adventures and use our minds to create a world of exploration. We will challenge the kids by using communication skills, problem solving, basic arithmetic, plus the added benefit of no screen time! Snacks are included.

Ready for a summer of fun and adventure? Contact Kelsey Grudle for more information and to register.

Kelsey Grudle is the Recreation Coordinator at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. She can be reached at kgrudle@cordilleraranch.com and 830.446.2711.

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OUTDOORS

Guadalupe River

RIVERS OF THE

TEXAS HILL COUNTRY

By Shane Reynolds, Outdoor Recreation Director and Outfitter

Devils River The Edwards Aquifer is one of the most unique artesian springs in the world, and we are blessed to have it as a source of water here in Central Texas. The Edwards Aquifer ranks among the largest artesian aquifers in the world. Most regular aquifers simply hold the water, but an artesian aquifer, like the Edwards, holds water under positive pressure. This pressure gets relief through outlets such as the numerous springs in the Texas Hill Country where the water forces itself out at the surface. When you visit the upper Guadalupe River at Cordillera Ranch, you are primarily seeing water from the aquifer flowing from the many springs along its watershed. Swede Creek and Panther Creek are both prime examples of the springs that flow from this underground aquifer.

The Guadalupe River is one of many Hill Country rivers that offer recreational opportunities for paddlers and fishermen.

There are several other rivers in the Hill Country that are a short drive from the Boerne area, and here are a few of our favorites.

The two largest springs flowing out of the aquifer are the San Marcos Springs and Comal Springs. The San Marcos River is a beautiful waterway with its headwaters at Spring Lake in San Marcos and the river runs 75 miles and merges into the Guadalupe River. The Comal River is the shortest navigable river in Texas at two miles and it also flows into the Guadalupe River.

Both rivers are popular for floating on toobs, which is a Texas pastime in the summer, and we visit both rivers with our Outfitter Program and Summer Camps at Cordillera Ranch.

A few other of our favorite rivers to paddle and fish in the Hill Country are the Nueces River near Uvalde, the Llano River near Junction and Mason, the Colorado River flowing through the Austin area and, our favorite of all of them, the Devils River, flowing out of the southern portion of the Edwards Aquifer into Lake Amistad near Del Rio. A few honorable mentions that we visit occasionally are the Blanco River and the Medina River, both a short drive from Cordillera Ranch.

Devils River The Devils River is considered the most pristine river in Texas and unspoiled due to its challenging accessibility and its remote location in the southwest part of the state. Like most rivers in Texas, most of its banks are private property and large ranches.

The Devils River is the premier wilderness bass fishing experience!

UPPER GUADALUPE RIVER From its headwaters outside Kerrville, the Guadalupe River flows over a limestone bed lined with beautiful, huge, old Cypress trees accented by Pecans, Sycamores, Elms, Live Oaks and others that add to the scenic attraction of the river. The river is slightly narrower near the headwaters with shallow banks, gravel bars and fewer rapids. The gradient increases as it moves towards Cordillera Ranch, where rapids exist just below the Ranch at Bergheim as the river makes it way towards Canyon Lake and ultimately towards the Gulf of Mexico.

The water quality in the Upper Guadalupe is generally very good. However, it will become muddy after rainfall and may become cluttered with debris during flood stage conditions. The river slows down during the dog days of summer unless there is adequate rainfall to keep the water flowing. The Upper Guadalupe is a free-flowing river at the mercy of rainfall and spring flow. We have three spring fed creeks on Cordillera Ranch that contribute to this beautiful waterway. The first is Spring Creek, which has steady flow as it drops underground in dry times just south of the bridge across Cordillera Trace. The next is Swede Creek, which has a steady constant flow and feeds the lake at Swede Creek Park. The last is Panther Creek, which is in The Springs of Cordillera Ranch on the east side of FM3351. This beautiful creek is also lined with Cypress trees and has a steady flow down into the Guadalupe River.

Early spring to late June is generally best for paddling, followed by late September through early November. With proper

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Lower Guadalupe River in Sattler cold weather gear, the Upper Guadalupe can be paddled in the winter when temperatures are permissible and adequate flow is available. Summer paddling is fun and adventurous with adequate rainfall, but can be a bit challenging in the small rapids when flows are below 100 cubic feet per second (CFS). Summer temperatures should be considered a hazard if proper precautions are not taken. Always have protective clothing, sunscreen and plenty of non-alcoholic liquids to prevent dehydration.

I have paddled every section of the Upper Guadalupe between Comfort and Canyon Lake over the past 16 years. I have witnessed many changes in the character of this river. The Upper Guadalupe is serenely beautiful, seldom crowded and offers an enjoyable paddle trip for almost any paddler. There are some good Class II drops and at high water levels some of them can become Class III ratings. The Upper Guadalupe is a pool-anddrop river typical of most Texas rivers. I have paddled the Upper Guadalupe in the heat of the summer and cold of winter. The giant Cypress trees that line this river make for a beautiful paddling experience in the spring and fall, when the grasses are green and the trees are in full bloom. I highly recommend this river for anybody wanting to experience the joys of kayaking. The River Club also has toobs, which offer a slow-paced and intimate way to enjoy the river. Headwinds can also be a challenge unless the water is moving, so plan trip distances according to flow rate and wind conditions for the most enjoyable paddle trip.

GUADALUPE RIVER DISTANCES AROUND CORDILLERA RANCH Hwy 474 to Swede Creek at Cordillera Ranch Kreutzberg Canyon Natural Area to Swede Creek at Cordillera Ranch Swede Creek at Cordillera Ranch to Bergheim Campground (FM 3351) Bergheim Campground (FM 3351) to Edge Falls Road Edge Falls Road to Guadalupe State Park Guadalupe State Park to Spring Branch Road Spring Branch Road to Hwy 281

13 miles 11 miles 1.8 miles 3.8 miles 4.25 miles 4 miles 4 miles

Contact Shane Reynolds for detailed float times and current river conditions on any of the rivers mentioned above.

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San Marcos River

WHY WE LOVE PADDLING RIVERS During my time in college at Southwest Texas State in San Marcos, I had many mentors, good friends and some wise teachers. One thing we all shared was a love and admiration for the San Marcos River. It is during these years that I developed a deep connection to rivers and found their waters always calming to my mind and body. I thoroughly enjoyed my time in San Marcos and the waters of the river were always so healing to my soul. I was mentored by her color, her smell and by the way she could hold you if you swam in her. You could never clutch her in your hands because she was made of liquid and constantly flowing. Often, I would swim underneath her surface and look up at the world above. I realized that the world beneath the surface is as real in its way as the world above. It is a world of beauty, of silence, of darkness and dreams. It is different from the surface world, but complementary to it. Often when I look into the eyes of people and animals, I see this river. All people have rivers inside of them. All people have depth dimensions, even if they do not know it. Our hearts always contain more than our minds can ever understand.

In some ways the San Marcos River introduced me to spirituality. She helped me realize that life is flowing and fluid, and that the purpose of life is not to escape the fluidity, but rather to flow with it and in it as best as you can and sometimes, if you are really lucky, to be absorbed into its silent beauty. It is from her underwater currents and also floating on her surface, that I learned to “go with the flow.” I am especially grateful to the San Marcos River for helping me understand the wisdom of silence, because when you swim under her surface everything is so quiet. All you can do is listen and be amazed. All you can do is allow the preoccupations of your mind to fall away so that you can listen to what some call “the sound of one hand clapping,” and then realize that in a deep way, that sound is everywhere — in the sheer activity of being alive — even in the surface world. Silence is not the absence of sound — it is the presence of listening, and the San Marcos River helped me listen.

Shane Reynolds is the Outdoor Recreation Director and Outfitter at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. He can be reached at outfitter@cordilleraranch.com and 210.616.6051, or at the Cordillera Ranch Outfitter Center at 830.336.4823.

SCHOOL DAYS

BOERNE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT TO HOLD BOND ELECTION – MAY 7, 2022 Courtesy of Boerne Independent School District

PROPOSITION 1 Proposition 1 has a total cost of $162.64 million dollars and includes building the district’s eighth elementary school and expansions at most secondary campuses to accommodate growth.

Additionally, an aquatics learning center, general maintenance upgrades for aging facilities, land purchases for future projects, updating and refreshing network infrastructure, and more are part of this proposition.

PROPOSITION 2

With a focus on safety, growth and technology, the ballot will consist of two separate propositions, totaling $165.64 million dollars.

At the January 24, 2022 regular board meeting, the Boerne ISD Board of Trustees accepted the recommendations of the district’s Long Range Steering Committee, which is composed of over 80 community volunteers including parents, teachers, students and business members. The committee met eight times over a span of five months to discuss ways to manage the district’s growth, which led to the creation of the proposed bond package.

“We are very grateful to the members of the Long Range Steering Committee for building a bond package that addresses our fast-growing school district,” Boerne ISD Superintendent Dr. Thomas Price said. “As our student enrollment continues to grow, it is imperative that we continue to be proactive with solutions on how to manage the fast growth. The committee was made up of over 80 community volunteers. Thank you to the students, teachers, parents and business owners who worked so hard to build the bond proposal,” Dr. Price concluded.

Since the end of the 2020-21 school year, Boerne ISD’s student enrollment has increased by nearly 1,000 students, including an increase of over 400 students since August 2021. Boerne ISD’s current enrollment is over 10,400 students. Projections from Boerne ISD’s Demographer, PASA, estimate the district’s student enrollment to double to nearly 21,000 students by 2031.

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Proposition 2 has a total cost of $3 million dollars. This proposition will solely focus on the purchase of student and staff devices district-wide, as well as a general refresh and update of devices at all campuses.

TAX RATE The $165.64 million total of both bond propositions will not raise Boerne ISD’s tax rate, and taxes for residents 65 and over are frozen. However, House Bill 3, the comprehensive school finance bill passed by the 86th Texas Legislature in 2019, added subpart (b-1) to Section 45.003 of the Education Code governing school district bond elections. This addition states “The ballot proposition under Subsection (b) must include the following statement: ‘This is a property tax increase.’” The Legislature’s wording in this statute makes inclusion of this statement mandatory in all Texas school district bond election ballot propositions.

2016 BOND Voters approved a $175 million bond proposition for the Boerne Independent School District Board on May 7, 2016.

The measure passed by a margin of 3,485 to 1,262. Funds from the bond were used to build two new elementary campuses and the District’s third middle school. In addition, the bond funded a broad range of improvements benefiting all campuses in the district.

VOTING INFORMATION Early voting begins on Monday, April 25 and ends Tuesday, May 3. Election day is Saturday, May 7. The final day to register to vote in the election is April 7.

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COMMUNITY

BUSINESS

INCUBATOR TO OPEN IN BOERNE

By Kimberly Suta

Boerne/Kendall County residents and, in particular, budding entrepreneurs, have an exciting opportunity on the horizon.The Boerne Kendall County Angel Network (BKCAN) along with collaborator, Boerne Kendall County Economic Development Corporation (BKCEDC), recently announced the creation of Boerne’s first business incubator, Das GreenHaus.

With the rapid population growth in Kendall County, Das GreenHaus could not have come at a more ideal time, although the 501(c)3 nonprofit is the culmination of years of thoughtful planning.

“This is just another step in our strategy to create quality business opportunities for Kendall County,” says Amy Story, President/CEO of BKCEDC. “One of our top goals is to foster an entrepreneurial ecosystem and make Boerne a hub of entrepreneurial activity.”

The new incubator, which is anticipated to launch before the end of 2022, will be situated in the former 6,300-squarefoot Public Works building, located at 400 East Blanco Road.

Das GreenHaus will be offering memberships that come with a variety of options, including shared workspaces, private offices, access to conference rooms, coffee/snack bar and an

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outdoor patio. There is a vetting process to ensure entrepreneurs’ plans align with Das GreenHaus’s mission and leases will have fixed terms. This is truly an incubator for new businesses to get them on their feet and onto the next phase of business development.

“The City of Boerne is proud to be able to partner with the Boerne Kendall County EDC and Boerne Kendall County Angel Network as they prepare to launch this first-of-its-kind space in Boerne. Das GreenHaus will serve as a launching pad of innovation to further provide support with networking, education and capital challenges and help grow our community’s entrepreneurial spirit,” says City Manager Ben Thatcher.

Das GreenHaus Board Member, Kathy Estes, comments, “Entrepreneurship-led development has been successful in a number of rural Texas communities where business incubators are established. The vision for Das GreenHaus is to be part of the solution to growing our own entrepreneurial ecosystem with businesses that fit within the City, County and Community strategic plan providing livable wage jobs while preserving the natural resources we all hold so dear.”

The overall goal is to enhance the thriving community of Kendall County by attracting and nurturing new businesses that wish to make Kendall County their home. “The quality of life in Boerne is unparalleled and growth is happening. Das GreenHaus allows us to shape that growth and encourage the types of businesses that would be a fit in Kendall County,” says Story.

With BKCAN providing potential access to capital and Das GreenHaus providing entrepreneurs a hub for business activ-

Incubator Conceptual Coffee Bar

Incubator Conceptual Mtg Space. Conference Space

Incubator Conceptual Shared Meeting Space

Incubator Conceptual Shared Workspace

ity, Das GreenHaus presents an amazing value proposition for potential founders. BKCAN Executive Director, Justin McKenzie explains, “Creating a visible entrepreneurial ecosystem in Boerne and Kendall County will give our talented citizens and children a place to build their passions. Das GreenHaus gives Boerne a place to share mentorship, ideas and innovation that will help us reduce Kendall County’s number one export, our talent. Everyone has worked hard to create an ecosystem that will foster Boerne’s brightest innovators to create and adapt the future of work here in Kendall County. The BKCAN will be interested in seeing the future alumni of Das GreenHaus and investing in their future success.”

Perhaps one of the most beneficial aspects for members is access to numerous programs, workshops and networking events, as well as developing partnership opportunities with organizations, such as the IC2 Institute at the University of Texas and the Small Business Development Center. Das GreenHaus also intends to collaborate with Comfort ISD and Boerne ISD’s newly created Incubator.edu in order to offer support for student entrepreneurs.

Incubator.edu, led by teacher, Jenny Breuer, launched in the fall of 2020 and has already been successful in developing the burgeoning entrepreneurs found in local high schools. The student participants are tasked to invent products or services with the help of mentors, making future collaborations with Das GreenHaus even more rich with such boundless talent.

Another highly anticipated component of Das GreenHaus is the community involvement, specifically a mentorship program

that utilizes the extensive network of retired and semi-retired businessmen and women of Kendall County.

“We want to engage this community and give them an outlet in which to share their knowledge. We’re hoping to energize mentorship groups by tapping into the tremendous amount of experience and wisdom that exists here in Kendall County,” shares Story. “We see it as a win-win for both mentees and mentors. It’s a chance for them to pay it forward.”

Currently, programming is not established, but workshops will run the gamut from finance to marketing and will continue to expand as the incubator grows. Trends and data from other successful business incubators have been evaluated to optimize development of the program.

Das GreenHaus plans to start measuring milestones from day one and will report to the City Council every six months with status updates.

“We want to make sure the space is utilized and is a worthwhile place for them to launch their businesses,” says Story.

Story, along with BKCAN Executive Director Justin McKenzie and Kathy Estes, past chair of the BKCEDC, has spearheaded this project for years. Her personal vision is one in which Das GreenHaus is the start of an entrepreneurial ecosystem that puts Boerne and Kendall County on the map as the ideal location to both live and grow a business.

“I’m so excited for this project to come to fruition, and I hope to see many successful start-ups emerge from Das GreenHaus and remain in Kendall County over the next 20 years!” she adds.

For more information, please email info@dasgreenhaus.org.

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COMMUNITY

AT THE

MAYS CANCER CENTER, our mission is to decrease the burden of cancer in San Antonio, South Texas and beyond.

By Will Sansom

Over the past decade, the members of The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch, along with residents of the Cordillera Ranch community, have supported many fundraising events benefiting the Mays Cancer Center, home to UT Health San Antonio MD Anderson, this region’s only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center. “The San Antonio area is fortunate to have the Mays Cancer Center in this area—we are so appreciative of all the work that Dr. Mesa and his incredible team have contributed to make this a reality. I’m not really even sure many people realize how valuable this is to our community and urge everyone that can to reach out to their team for ways that they can help support it,” says Charlie Hill, President of Cordillera Ranch. Numerous events such as the annual San Antonio Express-News Book & Author Luncheon, the annual San Antonio Cancer Council Spring Luncheon, and various donor-sponsored dinners and physician panel presentations held at the Club, are just some of the ways the community bands together for this great cause.

The center’s cancer experts have also made presentations to various groups within the community, including the Men’s Group on several occasions. These special events are very popular with the members and residents of Cordillera Ranch, who have enthusiastically attended and supported the fight against cancer. The COVID-19 pandemic unfortunately curtailed many activities for the time being, but the Mays Cancer Center looks forward to bringing back the events as soon as is safely possible.

A cancer diagnosis can bring changes to your life. At the Mays Cancer Center, you have a team of experts beside you to make things a little easier. We provide a level of care consistent with the nation’s leading cancer programs.

“We offer more of the services you need under one roof, including sophisticated cancer tests and innovative treatments,” said Ruben Mesa, MD, FACP, Executive Director of the Mays Cancer Center. “Our expertise, derived from treating a high volume of patients, helps us design a customized treatment plan to keep your care moving forward.”

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Highlights of our program include: • COMMITMENT TO HIGH-QUALITY CARE: You receive comprehensive care from a team of highly skilled doctors. We meet regularly and discuss complex cases. The team reviews test findings and tailors your plan to provide personalized therapies that reflect the latest care practices. Read about cancer programs at https://cancer.uthscsa.edu/cancer-care/programs.

NATIONAL RECOGNITION FOR CANCER RESEARCH: The Mays Cancer Center is the only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated cancer center in Central and South Texas. This recognition is reserved for cancer centers with an established history of pioneering cancer research. It also means you have access to promising new treatments close to home. Learn more about our NCI designation at www.cancer. uthscsa.edu/about-us/national-cancer-institute-designation.

PARTNERSHIP WITH MD ANDERSON CANCER CENTER: MD Anderson is among the nation’s most respected cancer centers and is a trusted extension of our team. By working together, we help more people receive personalized cancer care utilizing the same treatment protocols where they are most comfortable — near home and family.

EXPERTISE IN MANY TYPES OF CANCER: Our cancer specialists have additional training in their areas of specialty, such as breast cancer and blood disorders. Our active role in research means we stay current on the best care practices for rare cancers, including neuroendocrine tumors. Find out more about the cancer types we treat at www.cancer.uthscsa.edu/cancer-care/ cancer-types.

ADVANCED TREATMENTS: We offer treatment options — such as robotic surgery and immunotherapy — that you may be surprised to find in South Texas. And our experts have years of experience delivering them, so you can count on us for effective care. Read more about cancer treatments at www.cancer.uthscsa.edu/cancer-care/cancer-treatments.

FOCUS ON QUALITY OF LIFE: Your peace of mind matters to us. This is why we offer special services and support to make your life a little easier during treatment. You can get therapies, including advanced pain management, to relieve discomfort and ease side effects. Learn more about supportive care services at www.cancer.uthscsa.edu/patients-and-families/supportivecancer-care.

In March 2021, our leaders ceremonially broke ground for the UT Health San Antonio Multispecialty and Research Hospital, a destination center for research and treatment of cancer and other complex diseases that disproportionately impact the people of South Texas. Now under construction, this first-inclass hospital will be a major boost to our Mays Cancer Center patients once it opens in 2024.

“We are forging a future in which no patient will ever have to leave San Antonio to receive world-innovative treatments,” said William L. Henrich, MD, MACP, President of UT Health San Antonio. “This hospital will significantly and forever change how we serve the sickest and most vulnerable populations in our area.”

The eight-story, 144-bed hospital will offer specialty care in cancer, orthopedics, urology and thoracic and bariatric surgery.

Owned by The University of Texas, this new facility will be a major site for early phase clinical trials, including novel immunologic and stem cell therapies for cancer.

The hospital will be connected by a pedestrian sky bridge to the Mays Cancer Center. The emphasis on cancer care and research, symbolized by the sky bridge, will be strong. “NCIdesignated Cancer Centers with superior access to state-ofthe-art hospital care are the nation’s leaders in inpatient Phase I clinical trials of cellular-based therapies and surgical technologies,” Dr. Mesa said. “In addition, the seamless relationship between our outpatient clinics and inpatient hospital care will greatly benefit our patients.”

The hospital is not the only new jewel for Mays Cancer Center patients, however. Another is called MRI-Linac technology.

“MRI-Linac technology combines high-resolution magnetic resonance imaging and generation of cancer-killing radiation beams in a single instrument,” said Mark Bonnen, MD, Chief Medical Officer of the Mays Cancer Center and Chairman of the Department of Radiation Oncology. “Our excellent team of radiation oncologists will use this game-changing technology to visualize tumors in real time and deliver beams precisely where they need to be. Our acquisition of this instrument in the next year exemplifies our commitment to offer the latest treatment options and the finest comprehensive care to our patients.”

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In addition, UT Health San Antonio and Proton International LLC are partnering to build a proton therapy center to offer Mays Cancer Center patients an advanced alternative to conventional radiation treatment for cancer. Unlike with X-ray radiation, proton therapy uses beams of high-energy protons, or positively charged particles in atoms. The proton therapy center at UT Health San Antonio will be the first in the city and South Texas, and one of only about 40 in the United States.

“As important as new facilities and technologies are, however, it is the programs and people of our Mays Cancer Center that set us apart,” Dr. Mesa said.

He listed these distinctions: • The region’s leading breast cancer team with new faculty specialists.

• Genetic counseling for families with multiple generations diagnosed with cancer.

• World-class genitourinary cancer team care.

• Leading complex care of pancreatic, liver, colorectal and gastric cancers.

• Excellent head and neck cancer program.

• World-class lymphoma program.

• The region’s leader in blood disorders.

“Our specialists have launched new and unique programs in cardio-oncology, cancer rehabilitation, cancer survivorship and other areas that touch the lives of patients and their families,” Dr. Mesa said. “And of course, all of the above is offered in affiliation with The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, ensuring that the MD Anderson model of cancer care is extended to patients here in San Antonio.”

This, within a few miles of Cordillera Ranch, is the great resource that is the Mays Cancer Center.

As soon as activities resume, the Club will be sending information and invitations to keep members and residents of Cordillera Ranch informed.

For more information, please contact Director of Membership Debbie Pepper at 830.336.3544 or Simone Lewis, Director of Development at the Mays Cancer Center, at 512.947.1882.

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Future UT Health San Antonio Multispecialty and Research Hospital.

ABOUT THE MAYS CANCER CENTER The Mays Cancer Center, home to UT Health San Antonio MD Anderson, is the only National Cancer Institute (NCI) designated cancer center in San Antonio and South Texas. There are only four such cancer centers with this prestigious designation in the state of Texas and only 70 in the entire country.

Through the Mays Cancer Center’s affiliation with world-renowned MD Anderson Cancer Center, the people of San Antonio and South Texas have expanded access to leading-edge expertise in multidisciplinary, research-driven and personalized patientcentered cancer care. Because this exceptional level of care is available right here in San Antonio, our citizens can stay close to home to receive the very best cancer treatments available anywhere in the world. The UT Health San Antonio Multidisciplinary and Research Hospital, pictured in renderings here, will greatly increase that access to care.

The Mays Cancer Center is transforming cancer care and taking its place among the world’s most respected centers devoted exclusively to cutting-edge cancer research and unparalleled patient care. Our physicians and scientists are unlocking the mysteries of disease and translating discoveries into the latest life-saving treatment options. By combining our strengths, we are enhancing cancer care, spurring innovative cancer research, investing in new drug discoveries, and strengthening our efforts to educate and train the next generation of cancer leaders. Together, we are united by one mission: to end cancer.

UT Health San Antonio Multispecialty and Research Hospital – opening 2024.

IN SEASON

THE LEGEND OF THE BLUEBONNET Adapted from many versions of the story.

Long ago, when the Comanche people were experiencing a drought so severe that their population suffered from starvation, their Shaman pleaded with the Great Spirt to save the tribe.The Great Spirit said they were being punished for taking so much from the land but offering nothing in return, and must burn their most prized possessions in offering.Tribal members were hesitant to make such sacrifices, except for a young girl, She-Who-Is-Alone, who had lost her mother to the famine. Her most treasured item was a doll made of blue feathers, and she cried herself to sleep as ashes from her precious doll fell all around her.The next morning, she awoke surrounded by fields of bluebonnets. And every year since, the Great Spirit covers the landscape in bluebonnets in honor of her generosity.

By Crystal Henry Some of the Texas Hill Country’s most popular roadside attractions are the stunning fields of sacred bluebonnets. For a few magical weeks in the spring, the roadsides, medians and sprawling fields paint themselves blue and green as the state flower begins to bloom. Locals know that a true Texas baptism is having your picture made in a field of bluebonnets.

THE TEXAS FLOWER WAR Lupinus texensis was adopted by the state of Texas as the official state flower in 1901, beating out the cotton plant and the pear cactus in a heated flower war. Cotton was to symbolize the state’s economic independence and growth while the cactus was nominated for its hardiness and strength. The infamous yellow rose never even made the cut. Instead, the National Society of Colonial Dames of America nominated the bluebonnet to pay homage to the brave pioneer women of Texas who wore blue bonnets to protect them from the hot Texas sun.

While cotton was rumored to be the frontrunner, the Dames displayed paintings of the bluebonnet on the floor of the legislature and they left floral arrangements featuring the flower on each politician’s desk on voting day. The bluebonnet won out.

This blue wildflower is a symbol of resilience for so many Texans. Throughout the wildly varying and often unforgiving terrain and unpredictable weather that spans the state, the bluebonnet comes back year after year. And while the bright bloom is known to thrive in rocky soil, come rain or shine, the full and fertile blankets on our roadsides get a little help each year from the Texas Department of Transportation.

TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION The bluebonnet might be the most revered bloom, but it’s not the lone wolf out there. Texas has more than 5,000 species of wildflowers and native grasses that decorate the roads, and those blankets of color are protected and maintained in part by TxDOT.

THE LEGEND AND LURE OF

TEXAS BLUEBONNETS

TxDOT runs a wildflower program designed to cut down on median and roadside maintenance by using native blooms. These low-maintenance beauties require less mowing and attention than non-native plants, and they help conserve water and give native wildlife a place to live. Each year, TxDOT buys and sows about 30,000 pounds of seeds, and they time their mowing just right to ensure the existing blooms have time to seed out.

TAKE A DRIVE The wildflowers are a big tourist draw, popping up from around the middle of March through April. The Hill Country is full of its own wildflower patches, but some of the most well-known spots in the state are just a short drive away. From Boerne, a scenic — and colorful — drive to Fredericksburg, Texas, is where you can jump on the Willow City Loop, a 13-mile stretch of wildflower-viewing paradise. From there, head about an hour north to Burnet, Texas. Burnet was named the Bluebonnet Capital of Texas and it’s one of the best spots to find healthy crops of the state flower, especially at the Bluebonnet Festival in April. Just west of Houston is Chappell Hill, home of the Official State of Texas Bluebonnet Festival, and Ennis, Texas, south of Dallas, claims the Official Texas Bluebonnet Trails.

PICKING BLUEBONNETS As the state flower, bluebonnets are fiercely protected by proud Texans. Many locals will swear it’s illegal to pick this sacred plant. But while it’s not actually illegal to pick them in most places, it’s definitely frowned upon. The simple fact is, if the thousands of visitors and locals who enjoy the flowers picked even a handful, the field could miss out on seeding and be barren the next year.

There are definitely some places you shouldn’t pick them, such as Texas State Parks, where it is actually against the law to pick or destroy any plant life. You should also take heed not to trample the flowers if you find a nice field for a photo op. And watch out for rattlesnakes that like to nestle in the fields.

GROW YOUR OWN Rather than picking bluebonnets, some Texans choose to grow their own crop. Local places, like Wildseed Farms in Fredericksburg, have beautiful fields of flowers to visit and enjoy, but they also sell seeds for you to take home. Wildseed Farms cultivates a myriad of wildflower species, including traditional bluebonnets and the Alamo Fire — a blazingly gorgeous maroon bluebonnet, originally found in the wild near San Antonio.

If you’re inspired by this spring’s crop of wildflowers, you’ll have plenty of time to prep before planting in the fall — mark your calendar! The great thing about planting native wildflower seeds is that they don’t require a ton of tilling. In fact, you don’t have to prep the soil at all. Bluebonnets love alkaline soil that’s well-drained and gets plenty of sun. Plant your seeds from the beginning of September through mid-November so they’ll have a chance to germinate and plant a heavy root system over the winter. You can sow the seeds by hand in a small area, and TxDOT recommends using about eight to 10 seeds per square foot. That means about half a pound of seeds will cover about 1,000 square feet. Cover your seeds with no more than a quarter-inch of soil, just enough to keep them from birds, give them plenty of water to start and don’t bother fertilizing or you’ll get more leaves than blooms. Then come spring time, you will literally reap what you sow.

Give your seeds a year or two to really get revved up, since bluebonnets especially have a hearty seed coating that has to wear down before sprouting — just don’t prick or nick the seed coats to try and get them started, because it’ll likely damage your seeds.

Around mid-March, you’ll start to see the grasses transform from green to blue, and then later to seas of red, yellow, purple and white as the Texas wildflowers welcome spring once again.

For more information, visit wildseedfarms.com and txdot.gov/ inside-txdot/division/maintenance/wildflower-program.

POA

KEEPING NATIVE VEGETATION AND IMPROVED LANDSCAPING

IN HARMONY

By Kevin Koether, POA General Manager

Cordillera Ranch is a place of great natural beauty, representing an outstanding example of the best of the Texas Hill Country. That statement is the first sentence in the Cordillera Ranch Design Guidelines. It, and the paragraph that follows, truly embodies the ideals of Cordillera Ranch, and sets objectives for Property Owners and Builders alike.While building a custom home comes with a plethora of decisions, one of the most critical stages of design, yet one that is often short-changed, is the landscaping stage. Landscaping can complement high quality architecture, feature an arrival, create a beautiful oasis in a backyard and highlight distinct features of a custom home.

Landscaping also has a positive effect on individual property value which in turn impacts overall property value within Cordillera Ranch. The Cordillera Ranch Architectural Review Committee (ARC) strives to work with Property Owners to ensure complementary, native and indigenous plants are utilized within Cordillera Ranch. Per the USDA and U.S. Forest Service, Cordillera Ranch falls within Plant Hardiness Zone 8b. The Hardiness Zone is the standard by which many gardeners, growers, and landscapers determine which plants are most likely to thrive in a specific location.

While there are many other factors involved in the health of plants such as soil quality, sunlight, and access to water, understanding the Hardiness Zone is imperative. Use the following URL to access the map online https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/.

Cordillera Ranch requires initial landscaping plans be submitted for review by the ARC. Landscaping plans must be drafted by a landscape architect or designer and all irrigation plans must be designed by a licensed irrigator. Plans must be submitted for review 30 days prior to substantial completion of the residence and must be installed within 60 days of substantial completion. The POA recommends submitting landscaping and irrigation plans sooner rather than later to allow time for thorough review by the ARC. One of the main focuses during the landscape review by the ARC is the preservation of the Native Vegetation Preserve (NVP), existing vegetation and other natural features of the property. The combined areas of NVP, parks, trails and other open areas will

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account for Cordillera Ranch remaining 75-80% in its native state, even after being fully developed and homes built on all properties.

Cordillera Ranch requires all trees greater than 6-inches in diameter be protected. They may not be removed without prior written approval of the ARC, regardless of location on the Lot. The ARC is diligent in its protection of existing oaks, elms, and other hardwoods throughout the Ranch. Removing dead trees and pruning dead limbs is permitted, so long as the specific requirements while trimming Oak trees are followed. It’s also important to note that even cedar trees and any native vegetation are prohibited from being removed in the NVP without the prior written approval from the POA. The Design Guidelines outline the minimum requirements when pruning Oak trees as well as the timeline when pruning is highly discouraged (from February 1 to June 15).

Landscaping within Cordillera Ranch is meant to be a welldesigned balance of mature trees, shrubs, and lawn grass around a narrow perimeter of each home. The ARC requires minimum 5-gallon plants along the foundation that must screen most of the exposed foundation as well as exterior mechanical equipment such as HVAC compressors, pool equipment, utility interfaces and tankless water heaters. Masonry and metal walls are becoming more necessary to shield visibility of mechanicals from neighbors, streets and the golf course. The ARC also believes that balance requires a mixed variety of species of vegetation. Exhibit D in the Design Guidelines gives Property Owners and Landscape Architects alike a starting point for selecting plants on the Ranch. The ARC welcomes additional vegetative proposals so long as they are Texas Hill Country native, Plant Hardiness Zone 8b or the ARC believes will complement the property.

Landscaping lighting is also another major factor the ARC considers during the review process. The ARC strives to ensure light pollution of the night sky is kept to a minimum as well as limiting disturbance to neighboring properties. As Cordillera Ranch continues to evolve, we look to technology advances such as LED lighting and determine how to correctly integrate said advances onto the Ranch. The ARC asks for the specifications on wattage, lumens and kelvin temperatures when landscape lighting is submitted for review. Lighting can enhance the dramatic effect of landscaping as well as highlight key features of the home.

Overall, landscaping is considered an essential and critical phase in the construction process. Landscaping should complement, enhance and balance the exterior expression of the beautiful homes here within Cordillera Ranch.

NATURAL VEGETATION PRESERVE One of the most important elements of our landscape is an area on each lot known as the Natural Vegetation Preserve (NVP). The NVP is an area on each side lot line as well as the front and rear of the lot (see graphic). The purpose of the NVP is to create visual and auditory buffers between homes, aid in water conservation, and to provide a continuous habitat for wildlife and a corridor for their movement throughout Cordillera Ranch. The NVP is viewed as a Preserve, is aptly named so, and should be protected as such. The Design Guidelines state “The NVP cannot be disturbed or disrupted in any way, except to construct the driveway or to provide for underground utilities, without prior written consent by the ARC.” Removal of dead limbs, trees, or underbrush within the NVP can only be done by hand, and Bobcats or other tractor like equipment is not allowed to work within the NVP without approval from the POA. The NVP may not be mowed.

The ARC limits driveways to a maximum width of 12’ when crossing through the NVP. During construction, the ARC requires construction fencing to be installed by the builder to ensure protection is given to not just the NVP but also to diminish the overall disturbance to the Lot.

Upon completion of the final landscaping, the NVP must be satisfactorily restored, utilizing Cordillera Ranch seed blend.

We highly recommend installation of the seed blend using the hydro-mulch seeding method as we have seen the seed not only grows faster, but it also grows in much thicker than hand seeding. Temporary irrigation is required for NVP restoration to achieve timely grow-in. Be sure to share the Design Guideline expectations related to the NVP with your landscape architect and installer. During final inspection of new construction, the NVP revegetation is examined.

The NVP allows for our native wildlife to migrate through the Ranch, helps to conserve water and helps to maintain ecological balance on the Ranch overall. We, like many of you have seen the whitetail and axis deer, rafters of turkeys, foxes, porcupines, as well as many of the other species of wildlife utilizing the NVP. The Ranch is a better place because of our respect for nature. These areas will continue to be given protection from disturbance.

If you have questions about the NVP on your property, please contact the Cordillera Ranch Property Owners Association at crpoa@cordilleraranch.com or call us at 830-336-3501.

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Cordillera Ranch residents Sherry and Bryan Rymer set out to build a home that could accommodate their family, friends and out-of-town visitors.

In many ways, they designed a resort retreat perched on the bluffs in Cordillera Ranch that would make it difficult for any guest to leave!

Bryan Rymer spent more than 40 years in the construction industry and knew he had to find a builder team that would share his attention to detail and deliver a dream home that was up to his standards. Garner Homes, a Cordillera Ranch Preferred Builder, was a perfect match to bring this resort-style home to life. The Garner Homes team, led by owner Trey Garner, has won 15 statewide Star awards from the Texas Association of Builders, 16 Summit Awards from the Greater San Antonio Builders Association, one Best American Living Award from the National Association of Home Builders and other numerous

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accolades for their focus on building science and performance.

If fact, Garner Homes’ work on the Rymer Residence was recognized last year with a Summit Award, given by the Greater San Antonio Builders Association — Best Product Design by a custom home builder.

Rymer has coined the term “Hill Country Villa” to describe the 8,300-square-foot home set in the center of a peaceful eightand-a-half-acre lot. The property accommodates seven bedrooms, eight bathrooms, two half baths, a media room, a game room, a man cave, a wine room, a library, an open-concept kitchen and living room, as well as a fully equipped caterer’s kitchen. The Cordillera Ranch property provides access to horse

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stables, kayaking, golf, tennis, pickleball, shooting ranges and the neighborhood country club. In addition, the estate houses an expansive outdoor entertaining area overlooking the Guadalupe Valley, which includes a pool, spa, horseshoes, ping pong table and bocce ball court. While the home is expansive, it still feels welcoming and conducive to a laidback lifestyle. Rymer adds, “We wanted the home to feel like a destination in itself and make it a fun place to gather.”

The Rymers began their home-building journey back in 2015, considering a range of sites but ultimately deciding on Cordillera Ranch to build their dream home. “We decided on Cordillera Ranch because it is well-planned,” explains Rymer. “All of the

homes go through an extensive architectural review to ensure value is being built into the community and that the neighborhood feels harmonious. While we could have built anywhere, we could not pass up the community amenities and views offered by this property.” The Garner Homes team broke ground in 2019 and finished the build in 2020.

“The design inspiration for this project was two-fold,”

explains Trey Garner. “First, our clients wanted to build a comfortable environment for their family. The second guiding design principle was to build a home with a timeless design that struck a chord for those who love historic architecture and appreciate modern design.” The home features limestone, Carrara marble and exposed wood alongside sleeker modern finishes like restaurant-standard appliances, home technology and even an elevator. “Our favorite description about this house is that it looks like someone found an old Italian estate and remodeled it with modern finishes,” adds Garner.

A winding paver driveway leads to the center of the lot where the home sits.

An old-growth oak tree anchors the front courtyard. The house itself features a limestone and stucco exterior, a clay tile roof and solid-cut limestone columns framing the entrance. Exposed Douglas Fir rafters and accents give the home its Tuscan Villa quality.

Inside, the home features timeless and effortlessly elegant finishes. The foyer opens up to 24-foot-tall ceilings and a dining room accommodating 16 guests. Seven-and-a-half-inch-wide

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plank wood floors in French White Oak with an oiled finish run throughout the main living areas of the home. The bathrooms feature white Carrara marble flooring, walls and counters. A 60-inch two-sided masonry fireplace grounds the living room, and an easily-accessible climate-controlled wine room is housed under the stairs.

The main kitchen includes custom black and white cabinets, marble counters and a Viking® appliance package, includ-

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ing a 60-inch vintage-inspired range in matte black and chrome. In addition, the caterer’s kitchen plays a supporting role in large parties and events. This secondary kitchen comprises custom cabinetry, granite countertops, a range top, two wall ovens, a full-sized 30-inch refrigerator, a 30-inch freezer, a dishwasher, a microwave and the Rymers’ beloved milkshake machine.

Up the stairs or by way of the elevator lies the primary suite. This suite is positioned to frame the home’s best views, allowing the couple to take in the sweeping Guadalupe Valley from the comfort of their private balcony. In addition, the suite houses a sitting area, a limestone fireplace, a workspace and an expansive attached bath clad in Carrara marble with a freestanding tub.

As a master of careful planning and meticulous detail, Rymer concludes, “There is no perfect house. However, I wouldn’t change anything about this design. This home affords us the lifestyle we love sharing with our friends and family.”

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166 SENDERO RIDGE $4,750,000

6,500 Square Feet

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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.

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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

67 CORDILLERA SPRINGS 4,298 Square Feet

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Enjoy the serene countryside on this 2.94 acre site in The Springs of Cordillera Ranch. This spacious 4,298-square-foot home includes a master suite wing with an oversized shower and an adjoining library/ office. The open concept family room flows to caterer’s kitchen with a walk-thru pantry and dining room. The game room includes a wet bar and plenty of room for fun, plus outdoor access onto a 22 by 20-foot outdoor covered patio.

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4 bedroom / 4 full baths and 1 half bath / 3 car garage All bedrooms include en-suite baths Large covered patio with access from multiple rooms SE Prevailing Breezes cool Outdoor Living Close to parks and walking trails Horses allowed

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14 MARIGOLD CIRCLE $1,573,250

3,527 Square Feet

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Built in the Hill Country Transitional style, this 3,527-square-foot home is situated on 1.26 acres at the end of a peaceful cul-de-sac graced by live oaks, backing up to one of Cordillera Ranch’s tranquil parks.

A welcoming entry through impactful double iron front doors leads to an expansive living-dining-kitchen space, along with a separate game room, that opens onto a covered patio through panoramic sliding glass doors. The chef’s kitchen features an upgraded Thermador® kitchen package complete with a 42-inch range, and the master suite opens to a private garden area.

Rendering/Design subject to change

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3 bedrooms / 4 bathrooms / 3 car garage 1.26 acres on cul-de-sac Amarillo floorplan Outdoor living and private master suite garden Multiple-use study

3728 CLUBS DRIVE $3,750,000

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5,086 Square Feet

Non-MLS

Transitional Mediterranean in design with a charming front courtyard, this approximately 5,086-square-foot home is positioned to overlook the fairway and green of hole #12 from over 900 square feet of covered patio space. The open concept living area is adjacent to a chef’s kitchen with a secondary kitchen and separate dining area. The game room includes a fabulous wet bar, and additional spaces include a library/study and flex room. The master suite has access to the outdoor patio. Estimated completion date is June 2023.

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• 4 bedrooms / 4 full baths and 1 half bath / 3 car garage plus golf cart storage • Chef’s kitchen plus secondary kitchen • Library, game room and flex room • Covered patio overlooking fairway green #12 • Master Full Golf Membership Available

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3648 CLUBS DRIVE $3,600,000

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4,842 Square Feet

Non-MLS

With unbelievable views overlooking multiple golf fairways, this Oscar Flores-designed home is perfect for entertaining. The home is approximately 4,842 square feet with an additional covered patio that spans the back of the home and includes a sunken outdoor living room, an outdoor kitchen and a relaxing pool and spa by Keith Zars Pools.

Inside is a chef’s kitchen, a game room with a fabulous wet bar, study, separate flex room and a lavish master suite.

• 4 bedroom / 4 full bath and 1 half bath / 4 car garage, includes golf cart • All bedrooms include an en-suite bath • Game room with additional study and flex room • Pool, spa, outdoor kitchen and living areas • Master Full Golf Membership Available

20 OAKLAND HILLS $2,568,000

4,257 Square Feet

Rendering/Design subject to change

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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 completion date of mid-2022.

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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 Master Full Golf Membership Available

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