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Robin Scheel, Ron Bodin and Robert Browning, the 3Rs, form the team that first breaks ground on undeveloped areas, cutting in streets and prepping each lot to highlight the most appealing long-range views, heritage oaks and topography for homeowners’ ideal build sites.
The human body is designed to move, and efficient movement involves numerous muscles and joints working together simultaneously. Pilates is an effective whole-body exercise program that uses both mobility and stability to keep the body working in a united state.
Fly or conventional fishing from an outfitted raft provides comfort and safety for those with mobility issues, convenient storage of supplies and refreshments, more productive fishing methods and a better vantage point to enjoy the beauty of the natural surroundings.
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THE ADVANTAGES OF FLOAT FISHING TRIPS
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ALSO INSIDE: 14 WELCOME LETTER 18 CALENDAR 20 RANCH SCENE 36 THE 2021 CORDILLERA CUP 38 2021 LADIES’ AND MEN’S CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS 40 THE LADIES OF TENNIS 42 IN THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT(S)! 44 2021 WINE EXTRAVAGANZA AND FOOD FESTIVAL 50 PREFERRED RATES FOR FREQUENT RETURNS AT THE LODGES AT CORDILLERA RANCH 52 10 HOLIDAY GIFTS AT THE CLUB 54 HAPPIER HOLIDAYS AT THE CLUBS OF CORDILLERA RANCH 56 LEADING WITH HONOR 58 A DYNAMIC DECADE – BOERNE PERFORMING ARTS 60 FIRE IT UP – PICO PROPANE AND FUELS SHOWROOM 62 HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS ARE BACK AND BIGGER THAN EVER! 66 SHARING THE REPUTATION – BURDICK CUSTOM HOMES 72 CLUBHOUSE IMPROVEMENTS AND CABANA EXPANSION AND RENOVATION 76 REAL ESTATE
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GALAXIES AND GARDENS: GINGER AND TOBY BARNES For Ginger, a former NASA rocket scientist turned equestrian and quilter, and Toby, a Boeing retiree pursuing a love of music and gardening, life in Cordillera Ranch checked all the boxes for their next chapter.
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Norman Vincent Peale’s quote “Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you’ll land among the stars.” seems appropriate for this issue of Cordillera Ranch Living. Thanks to the career efforts of folks like Ginger and Toby Barnes (along with past cover couple Karen and Richard Jackson), reaching for the moon (and beyond) became routine… at least they made it look that way to the rest of us. Now, the concept of space tourism doesn’t seem so far reaching with private companies outlining plans to deliver various forms of commercial spaceflight in the not-too-distant future. How fun it is that we live among these rock(et) stars! But that’s what makes Cordillera Ranch so special. Many diverse people and the backgrounds they share that allow us to discover more about each other and further our appreciation of our interesting neighbors, their experiences and life stories.
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
And as “far out” as some careers seem, our residents and members choose Cordillera Ranch because they find the community, the neighborhood, the lifestyle and the people “grounded.” So, during this holiday season, focus on being thankful. Let’s count our blessings for where we live and the people we share our lives with. Hopefully, it may just bring us all a little more “down to earth.” Happy Thanksgiving, Merry Christmas and have a happy, healthy and prosperous 2022!
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CORDILLERA RANCH SALES 830.336.3570 info@cordilleraranch.com The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch 830.336.9000 Feature article photography by David Teran Photography 210.650.2428 :: www.davidteran.com Cordillera Ranch Living is published bi-monthly through a joint venture between Cordillera Ranch Development Corporation and Traveling Blender, LLC. No reproduction in any form is authorized without the consent of both Cordillera Ranch Development Corporation and Traveling Blender, LLC. Cordillera Ranch Living is a registered trademark of Cordillera Ranch Development Corporation. 808 Highway 46 E, Boerne, Texas 78006. Printed in the USA. All rights reserved 2021. No responsibility is assumed for unsolicited submissions. Manuscripts, photographs, and other submitted material can be acknowledged or returned if accompanied by a self-addressed, stamped envelope. The content contained does not necessarily reflect the opinions and views of Cordillera Ranch Development Corporation, Traveling Blender, LLC, or Cordillera Ranch residents. Cordillera Ranch Development Corporation and Traveling Blender, LLC assumes no liability for misinformation, omissions, or errors.
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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.
Delicious family dinners are a convenient and affordable way to enjoy a variety of menu options that feed up to four people for $32.95++. 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. For golf events, please contact Camille Ferguson at 830.336.9165 or cferguson@cordilleraranch.com. For tennis events, please contact the Tennis Club at 830.336.4823.
EVENTS November 9 :: Master Somm Wine Dinner
December 7 :: New Frontier Wine Co. Dinner
Time: 6:30 to 9:30pm Location: Main Dining Room Please join us for an intimate dinner featuring some remarkable wines and a custom pairing menu crafted by Executive Chef Isaac Cantu and his culinary team.
Time: 6:30 to 9:30pm Location: Main Dining Room Please join us for an intimate dinner featuring wines from New Frontier Wine Co. Executive Chef Isaac Cantu and his culinary team will craft a custom menu to pair with these remarkable wines.
November 18 :: W.O.W. Women of Wine
December 11 :: Breakfast With Santa
Time: 6:00 to 9:00pm Location: Main Dining Room Calling all ladies! Come enjoy this fun and informative food and wine pairing experience with food demonstrations by Executive Chef Isaac Cantu and select wines by Wine Specialist Jeff Cohen.
Time: 9:00am and 11:00am seating times Location: Main Dining Room Picture Fee: $15 for the first photo; $5 for each additional photo Please join us for a jolly good time when Santa joins us for breakfast at the Clubhouse. Be sure to dress in your Christmas best to have your picture taken while you tell Santa what is on your wish list. Children will also enjoy making a reindeer food craft and coloring sheets in the Twin Sister’s Lounge, while parents enjoy entertainment from Peter Gloria.
November 23 :: Bubbles and Big Reds Time: 6:00 to 9:00pm Location: Main Dining Room This annual event will feature more than 40 wines — Bubbles and Big Reds — to taste before purchasing for the holiday season. Enjoy live music from Bernie Martini while mingling and ringing in the holiday season.
November 23 :: Kid’s Holiday Movie Night Time: 6:00 to 8:00pm Location: Group Exercise Room Fee: $20 per child Kids, join us for a fun movie night with pizza and popcorn with all the best toppings. We will kick back and watch the holiday movie “Noelle.” This event is recommended for children ages 5 to 12. Space is limited.
November 25 :: Thanksgiving Day Hours of Operation Main Dining Room: 11:00am to 1:30pm (Thanksgiving Day Brunch) Golf Shop: 7:00am to 3:00pm
November 25 :: Thanksgiving Day Brunch Time: Seating is available 11:00am to 1:30pm Location: Main Dining Room In honor of Thanksgiving, we will be hosting a holiday-themed brunch to enjoy with live music from Bernie Martini.
November 26 :: Turkey Trot & Stuffing Stroll Time: 9:30 to 9:55am Registration / 10:00am Run or Walk The Turkey Trot is a fun family 5k through the Clubs Village totaling 3.1 miles. For a shorter route, you can take the 1.5-mile Stuffing Stroll. Breakfast tacos, fruit and pastries will be available upon completion of the run. All ages are welcome, including pets and strollers!
December 1 :: Christmas Gold Rush Time: Seating starts at 5:00pm Location: Main Dining Room Please join us for our Annual Christmas Gold Rush with our traditional Gold Rush Buffet, Christmas Tree Lighting and, of course, the ugly sweaters.
December 1 :: Kid’s Christmas Lego Night Time: 6:00 to 8:00pm Location: Group Exercise Room Fee: $20 per child Each boy or girl will receive their own Christmas-themed Lego® set to build and take home. This event is recommended for children ages 4 and up. Space is limited.
December 18 :: Gingerbread House Decorating Time: 10:00am to 12:00pm Location: Main Dining Room Fee: Children (3-12) $32.95++ / Adults $18.95++ Please join us for our annual holiday Gingerbread House Decorating Party. We will provide everything you need: assembled gingerbread houses, icing and candies to decorate with and, best of all, we will take care of the cleanup! Drinks, a brunch buffet and holiday treats are included.
December 24 :: Christmas Eve Hours of Operation Main Dining Room will be closed Pre-ordered Christmas dinners will be available for pick-up every 15 minutes from 10:00am to 1:30pm Twin Sisters Lounge: 9:00am to 3:00pm Golf Shop: 7:00am to 3:00pm
December 25 :: Christmas Day Hours of Operation The Club will be closed
December 31 :: New Year’s Eve Hours of Operation Main Dining: 9:00am to 2:00pm, 5:30 to 10:00pm (Prix Fixe Menu) Twin Sisters Lounge: 11:00am to 10:00pm (Limited Ranch Menu, only) Golf Shop: 7:00am to 6:00pm
December 31 :: New Year’s Eve Prix Fixe Dinner Time: Reservations available 5:30 to 8:30pm Location: Main Dining Room Wrap up 2021 with an exquisite dining experience at The Club. Enjoy a prix fixe menu and entertainment by a Jazz Quartet. Reservations are available every 30 minutes beginning at 5:30 with the final seating at 8:30. Space is limited.
January 1 :: New Year’s Day Hours of Operation The Club will be closed *All Club events require advance reservations and a 48-hour cancellation policy*
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Triple Tactics The “3Rs” keep things in order and moving forward on the Ranch By Trisha Doucette :: Photography by Kelsey Grudle
Robin Scheel, Ron Bodin, Robert Browning Three-and-a-half years ago, Robin Scheel, Robert Browning and Ron Bodin began working together as the site preparation and land clearing team for Cordillera Ranch. Ron was a newcomer to the Ranch, Robert had been working on parts of the Ranch with Cordillera and a prior employer for 12 years, and Robin had been here since Day 1 of the development. They quickly became known as 3R Construction (pronounced Triple R), enjoying a sense of respect and camaraderie as they worked together on projects. Their varied skill sets and knowledge complement each other. They also share Christian faith and values that not only enrich their daily work relationship but have extended to their friendship off the Ranch as well. “I am privileged to have these exceptional men of character in my life,” shares Robin. For the three, the feeling is mutual. Though their official role focuses on tree clearing and site preparation for new phases of homesites in Cordillera Ranch, men with such hard work ethic and skill sets often find themselves taking on other projects as well. Dave Grinnan, Project Manager for DH Investments (DHI), the developer of Cordillera Ranch, describes the trio as the SWAT Team for any issues that need to be addressed around the Ranch and explains the progression of 3R, “It is an honor to tell you a little about these guys. We jokingly
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called them 3R Construction for the first letter in each of their names (they made me the Chairman because they say I never get out of my chair!). It quickly evolved into hats with their own logo (3R) as well as rain gear and even street cones with the familiar 3R brand on them. They joke that they only want the jobs others say can’t be done. They can operate heavy machinery and are knowledgeable in civil construction, electrical, utility repair…right down to hanging a picture frame and just about anything in between. Their craftsmanship and pride in their work is second to none. Their main job, however, is to carve out lots here at Cordillera. They are excellent tree guys. They clear the land and sculpt the views. They have a trained eye to make a lot special. If there is a view or a way to improve a lot, they will find it.” If you’ve bought property in Cordillera Ranch in recent years, it’s likely that one or all of these guys helped prepare that lot and likely improved the view or some feature of it, well before you saw it. “It is very satisfying to be the ones to first break ground on an undeveloped area and cut in where the future streets will be and then start cutting into the lots,” says Ron. Robert adds, “We enjoy working with Dave Grinnan and Chris Espinoza at the DHI office. They coordinate the projects, Dave points us in a direction, and 3R takes off to get it done.”
But it involves more than a skid steer. Their main mission is to take a raw piece of property and clear it just enough to highlight the accent points of each lot. As the 3Rs explain, they begin with clearing an entrance into the lot that makes sense given the topography of the land. Next, they clear a building envelope that gives a prospective buyer an idea of the ideal building site for a home. They consider any long-range views the property might have to add value to the lot, and clear around nice hardwoods to show off any heritage oaks the lot might contain. “In doing this, we also try and preserve the privacy factor from one lot to the next. When I look at a lot from the start, I think about what would I do with it if it was mine,” says Robert, continuing, “We work with the sales team to highlight the best-selling points of a lot and still maintain the Cordillera Ranch look.” Just as they each have an innate sense of the land, they also work intuitively as a team. With Robin in charge of the bulldozer, Robert and Ron can anticipate his every need, and they communicate through a series of hand signals that Ron jokingly says, “even my wife doesn’t understand me!” Robert laughs, “It’s like landing a 747!” “I’ve enjoyed seeing these great men grow in their work together over the last few years,” says Charlie Hill, President of Cordillera Ranch, who works closely with the 3R team in laying out upcoming phases of homesites. “Their attention to detail and passion for their craft is very evident if you spend any time with them; they’re artists with large machinery and their work is instrumental in our ability to deliver the finest homesites in the Hill Country — and part of their success is absolutely attributable to their tight relationship and the fact they have such fun together and don’t take themselves too seriously, but they take their work seriously,” adds Hill. 3R also works on a wide range of projects that come up around the Ranch in addition to site clearing. Robert says, “Robin, with his knowledge of the Ranch and experience, allows us to tackle any emergencies that arise.” In fact, when those emergencies arise, everyone knows the 3R secret code is “Rubber Chicken”—their 911 alert that keeps things light but in a serious way. They joke that their “bat signal” is coming soon! Some of these emergencies have included rescuing property owners stuck in the mud at their undeveloped lots to replacing mainlines on the golf course. “Robin knows this property like the back of his hand, and he can excavate precisely, knowing exactly where the line is,” says Ron. “Robin gets called in for the special details,” adds Robert. You see, Robin is so familiar with the natural and built landscape of the property because his career at Cordillera Ranch began before there even was a Cordillera Ranch. After starting a construction company with his father and brother, he worked for the development’s original landowners, Carla and Mac Northington, on their ranch before they decided to develop it. This transitioned into his job with DHI and he has been involved ever since. Robin’s talent lies in his understanding of what an uncleared piece
Robin Scheel of land can look like. In the early years, Robin cut in the first units of Cordillera Ranch, which included site work, paving and septic systems. He has built many trails, berms and other improvements on the Ranch. He was also involved in the boulder placement for the Champions Gallery at the Clubhouse. Mac Northington reflected on his long connection to Robin, “Robin and I have been friends since the late 60s on the old Elmax Ranch. I have never met a man with so much integrity and kindness. His work ethic is beyond compare. He is truly a jack of all trades and a master of most of them.” Robin grew up in Boerne and has been married to his wife, Layne, for 52 years. They have a daughter named Lorin. Robert came to Cordillera Ranch as a contractor before joining DHI nine years ago. He is married to his wife, Stacey, and together they have five kids: Macie, Holley, Scott, Allison and Brandon. Robert has a background in wildlife management and enjoys hunting, fishing and projects with his kids. If you are familiar with Boerne’s Parade of Lights each December, then you have surely seen The Browning’s home, which Robert credits Stacey for and is always a highlight on the tour. Ron joined Cordillera Ranch in June of 2018, after a 30-year insurance career at USAA. He’s an accomplished woodworker, building custom furniture in his spare time, along with welding, playing acoustic guitar and riding his horses with his wife, Lori. They have a daughter named Alex. Ron sums up this group beautifully, “I am honored to be a part of Triple R. We can count on each other both on the clock and off. We are always there for each other. I appreciate these great friends. Cordillera Ranch is a wonderful place to work and I appreciate this opportunity.”
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GALAXIES AND GARDENS Ginger and Toby Barnes
By Angela Rabke :: Photography by David Teran and Kelsey Grudle
He is a musician and gardener and she is a #stemgirl, intent on both exploring the world and putting down roots. And while this might sound like a description of a pair of 20-somethings in Austin, it also accurately describes a pair of very interesting retirees in Cordillera Ranch, Ginger and Toby Barnes. CordilleraRanchLiving.com | 29
Ginger, driving the Crawler Transporter with the Atlantis Space Shuttle to the launch pad from the Vehicle Assembly Building at Kennedy Space Center.
Ginger’s career was marked with an unusual beginning and many twists and turns. While at Vanderbilt University and then the University of Alabama in Huntsville, she explored majors in math, science, English and French before pivoting to a concentration in Business, majoring in Accounting. After two semesters in Accounting, she received an offer from her first professor. He had moved to The Boeing Company, and Boeing was moving new programs to Huntsville. While she hadn’t graduated yet, she considered the opportunity. She would have to give up two scholarships and return to school part-time, making graduation take at least another year. Ginger calls the advice she received from her counselor one of the first pivotal points in her career. He said, “TAKE THE JOB!” and reminded her that Boeing would pay for her education. Ginger’s first position at Boeing was Cost Analyst in Financial Controls for Military Maintenance Training Equipment, which she says provided a solid and deep foundation of the manufacturing accounting of the business. She made her way through the ranks, finished her degree, and a few years later, Ginger moved
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into Program Planning and Control, a position that she loved at Boeing. Approaching her 30s, she decided to pursue her MBA at Vanderbilt. To put things in perspective, Ginger laughs, “Personal computers were just coming available when I started the program, and I was excited to buy a $2,000 laptop that only weighed 27 pounds for my tenure at Vanderbilt!” After graduation, Ginger changed programs to become the International Contracts Manager for Space Station Freedom, where she worked with NASA and International Space Agencies to build the incredible vehicle. She augmented her French studies with Italian and Japanese language programs, making traveling easier and gaining credibility with international participants. She also studied Russian “for fun,” a move that would serve her well. As the Cold War was ending, President Clinton invited the Russians to join the Space Station Program. NASA and all participants came together to design the “new” Space Station, and the nucleus of the program moved to Houston. Ginger was at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta flying her balloon
“Overdew” when she received a call to go to Houston for the next week. That “week” lasted seven years! Ginger was promoted to Program Manager for the first American-Russian element launch, the FGB, which launched in 1998. But her promotion did not come without rebuffs from peers who considered only engineers capable of the position. The Russians, however, always treated her with great respect, and in many cases, more respect than their U.S. counterparts. “The Russians had brilliant women who were engineers, accountants, physicists, etc. The difference was, they would never put them in a position of leadership,” says Ginger. Ginger has countless stories about pioneering business with the Russians and one of her favorites includes their 7-year-old son John. Toby and Ginger coached an Odyssey of the Mind team for boys and one of the tasks was to build a bridge with specific dimensions using 35 grams of balsa wood. At least twice yearly, the Russians and Americans held technical interchange meetings, alternating locations. On one occasion when the Russians were in Houston, Ginger invited a team of Russian engineers over to her garage one Saturday to work with the boys on their project. The Russians spoke little English while the boys spoke no Russian, but it was a magical experience watching the Russian engineers work with the boys to learn design, load dynamics, hand-offs between Engineering and Manufacturing and vice versa, and develop a winning design! The team won locally and went to regionals and, more importantly, had a unique opportunity to share a cultural experience. Ginger retired in 2015 from her 34-year career at The Boeing Company as Vice President of the Space Launch System Program and United Space Alliance as President and CEO. She was responsible for the last five shuttle launches, as well as the retirement of the Space Shuttle Program for NASA. She calls herself a retired rocket scientist, although her career spanned many “products” in addition to the International Space Station, the Space Shuttle and the Space Launch System. Ginger led programs and businesses in weapons, fighters, logistics and army modernization. Toby received his degree in Technology Management from Athens State University in Athens, AL, and also worked at Boeing in Technology Management, Configuration and Change Management. But his passion was always in the garden. He was born into a family of green thumbs. “My family owned greenhouses and nurseries in Alabama so I worked with the family business for a long time before going to Boeing,” he shares. “My experience growing up in the gardening business is the origin of many of my interests today,” he says. The couple’s residential garden space consists of two acres heavily focused on native plants that are selected for their ability to
Sitting in the Commander’s Seat of Space Shuttle Discovery as it was preparing for launch. It is in the vertical position (as it is at launch) and the power is on!
support the wildlife. “It was interesting, in terms of the garden, to move to a climate we haven’t experienced before. I have really enjoyed learning about all of the plants that are needed to support the wildlife here,” he says. “Our garden is full of hummingbirds, bees and butterflies.” He works in his garden daily, a perfect example of the old saying, “The best fertilizer is the gardener’s shadow.” Ginger is an enthusiastic equestrian student. The Barnes have two palomino quarter horses, Goldie (11) and Sunshine (7), currently housed at the Cordillera Ranch Equestrian Center. The newest addition to their herd is a show horse, “Pursuing the Dream” (3), aka “Mel.” Having horses and riding is a retirement dream come true for Ginger, and well-tolerated by Toby. Under the artful tutelage of the Equestrian Manager, Susie Phillips, and trainers Meghan Moriarty and Taylor Stone, Ginger has learned what she calls “the right way” to ride. Now, life in Cordillera Ranch gives the two sweethearts — originally blind dates at Ginger’s high school prom, then married after Ginger’s sophomore year in college — ample opportunity to explore their interests beyond gardening and riding. “Our requirements for this home were pretty simple,” jokes Ginger: “1) close to our son in Katy, TX, 2) acreage to accommodate a horse, 3) a studio large enough to house my longarm quilting machine, 4) remote yet close enough to the airport, fabric stores, LIVE MUSIC and medical facilities, and 5) a good area to walk dogs. This dream home met all our requirements and more.” It also has a name: The Rocket B Ranch (for Ginger) and The Rock It B Ranch (for Toby)! Toby, a self-taught guitar player, especially appreciated the proximity to Luckenbach, one of the many places they like to visit with friends. They also very much appreciate options very
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close to home. “While we were familiar with the amenities of Cordillera Ranch, both within and outside the Clubs, we really learned the value of the community within the Ranch. We have made fast friends at Wine Socials, met great folks walking dogs and enjoy Guadalupe River kayaking and tubing. We are grateful that we have joined an inclusive neighborhood where people embrace having fun and caring for each other. The community we didn’t expect has been a great surprise!” says Toby. Last April, the pair was thrilled to host their son John’s wedding to Nikki Barnes, a STEM educator at a middle school in Houston. Remember the freeze and snow last February? Their beautiful gardens took a huge hit, but the Barnes and a wonderful contractor, Green Space, transformed the space to its former glory just in time for the nuptials. Their son is also a craftsman — a gunsmith by trade and the VP of Operations for Briley Manufacturing. The couple, who were married in the front yard under a copse of old live oak trees, visits Boerne frequently for skeet shoots and Hill Country exploration. Other family members include three rescue dogs and a cat that Ginger inherited from her father-in-law: “Krash Helmet (14) aka the matriarch, Trip (8) aka Porcupine Survivor, and Stitch (2) not of Disney fame…of
the quilting kind. And our home is ruled by one recalcitrant cat, Lord Greystokes (>17),” says Ginger. Ginger continues to actively mentor and advocate for young women in science and engineering. “I am passionate about education and space,” she says. One of the boards she serves on is for AstraFemina, an organization of female scientists, astronauts, engineers and industry leaders who endeavor to open girls’ minds to the possibility of a STEM career. She has also served on a number of not-for-profit boards including the St. Louis Arts & Education Board, the St. Louis University Executive Advisory Board, the Maryville University Board of Trustees, the Challenger Center Board and the Industry Advisory Board of The University of Alabama College of Engineering. “The life we lead at Cordillera Ranch is an interesting yet different pace from our 30+ year careers in the aerospace industry. We are excited, though, to see the world and hopefully someday, spend some time babysitting a grandchild,” Ginger says with a smile.
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GOLF
THE
2021
CORDILLERA CUP By Corey Roberson, Director of Golf
CELEBRATING 15 YEARS OF GREAT GOLF AND FRIENDLY RIVALRY
The annual Cordillera Cup is our take on the Ryder Cup, and much like the Ryder Cup, the results have been a little lop-sided since its inception in 2007. The Cordillera Cup is a battle between Team Hill (captained by David Hill) and Team Northington (captained by Mac Northington). David and Mac have been buddies for over 50 years as they were fraternity brothers at the University of Texas. In the late 90s, they went into business together here at Cordillera Ranch. Most great clubs have some sort of Ryder Cup competition — sometimes it’s one half of the locker room against the other, odd member numbers vs even member numbers, or where I grew up, it was juniors vs seniors. For us, Hill vs Northington fit the bill. It’s a friendly competition with nothing on the line other Mac Northington and David Hill than bragging rights — but to those who compete, the bragging rights are priceless. New Club members are randomly assigned to a team and returning players stay on the team they’ve played for in the past. All in all, the Cordillera Cup is a weekend event full of spirited camaraderie, great food, serious golf, not-so-serious wagering and perhaps a prank or two. The 2021 Cordillera Cup was played on October 2 and 3 with 96 members competing on two 48-person teams. In the 14 years leading up to this year’s event, Team Northington had a commanding lead (11-3), but there’s been a shift in the trend as Team Hill won last year and managed to back it up with another victory this year. The record now stands at 11-4. “Let’s really keep the spotlight focused on the last four years… it’s 3-1 Hill team during that span!” quipped Charlie Hill, co-captain of Team Hill. It was a close race on Day 1 as Team Northington took an early lead of 9.5 to 14.5 in the best ball competition and Team Hill battled back in the afternoon alternate-shot match to leave Team Northington a 1-point lead going into singles matches on Sunday. The low handicappers traded blows as Team Hill and Team Northington split the first 12 matches, then Team Northington won a few but Team Hill came strong through the middle of the pack by winning 11 out of the next 13 matches. Team Hill clinched the victory by blowing out Team Northington in the singles matches with a point tally of 29.5 to 18.5. This was a win to remember for Team Hill as it was their first back-to-back win in cup history and Team Northington will be reminded of it every time they walk past the Champions Gallery.
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Team Northington
Diane Pfeiffer
Team Hill
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GOLF
LADIES’AND MEN’S CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS By Corey Roberson, Director of Golf
Diane Pfeiffer and Sue Bielstein
LADIES’ CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP RECAP The 2021 Ladies Club Championship was played on September 15 and 16 with 21 competitors battling for their name on the coveted ‘rock’ in the Champions Gallery. On the net side, it turned into a two-lady race between Diane Pfeiffer and Karen Jackson. Karen fired a net 67 in the first round to take a one-shot lead over Diane and Tammy Hogarth. The second round presented challenges for Tammy but she hung in there for a 3rd place finish. By the turn, Diane had taken a 2-shot lead over Karen but that all changed on #12 — Karen picked up 4 shots with a net 5 to Diane’s net 9. Diane would turn around and net birdie the next hole to Karen’s net bogey. They finished the tournament in a tie for 1st place at 3-under par but the scorecard playoff went to Diane since she had the lowest second round score. On the gross side, it was also looking like a two-lady race after the first round. Sue Bielstein shot 81 in the first round and the 2020 Ladies’ Club Champion, Yana Dommert, was sitting in 2nd place with 83. After 9-holes in the second round, Sue increased her lead to 3 shots and kept the peddle down through the back. In the meantime, Maria Sayers was having a nice bounce back after a first round 93 — she fired a second round 82 to make the race for second tight. Coming up the 18th fairway, Sue basically had the tournament locked up, but to cap off the victory, she buried a 20-footer down the hill for birdie to secure a 10-shot victory and her first Ladies’ Club Championship. Maria and Yana finished tied for 2nd with the scorecard playoff going to Maria since she had the lowest second round score. Corey Roberson is the Director of Golf at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. He can be reached at croberson@cordilleraranch.com or 830.336.4653.
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Bart Wilson and Brian Werner
Rawley Vines, Bart Wilson and Phillip Earnest
MEN’S CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP RECAP The 2021 Men’s Club Championship was played on September 17-19. We started with 10 men in the Championship Flight (3 rounds) and 16 men in the Net Flight (2 rounds). On the net side, TJ Johnson came out hot with a net 65 — for the record, this was TJ’s first round before 11:00am in over two years. Brian Werner was sitting in 2nd place after the first day with a net 71. Day 2 wasn’t as enjoyable for TJ as he was brought back down to reality with a net 82. On the flip side, Brian didn’t waver and backed up his good first round with a great second round of net 69 to capture the net title. Steve ‘Steady’ Wade finished second with net rounds of 73-71. Scott Weisberg and David Cottrell finished T-3 with the scorecard playoff going to Scott as he shot net 72 in the second round. On the gross side, the men were facing a tough test that greatly separated the field over three rounds. Rawley Vines came out strong with a 77 in the first round to take the lead by one over Bart Wilson and two over the 2016 Men’s Club Champion, Ron Trevino. The 3-time Men’s Club Champion, Phillip ‘Flipper’ Earnest, opened with a front-nine 48 and closed with a back-nine 36 leaving him 7 shots out of the lead. Day 2 was moving day and Bart moved his way to the top of the leaderboard with a nice round of 75 giving him an 8-shot lead over Rawley and a 9-shot lead over Phillip and Ron. With a steep hill to climb for the rest of the field, Bart sprinted out of the gates with a 34 on the front-nine to increase his lead to a blistering 14-shots. By the time the final group landed on #18 tee box, Bart had increased his lead to 16-shots. He made a simple par to capture his first Men’s Club Championship. Phillip finished in 2nd and Rawley finished in 3rd.
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TENNIS
THE LADIES OF TENNIS
Fall has arrived at The Cordillera Ranch Tennis Club and as the weather cools down, ladies’ tennis heats up. By Joe De Luna, Director of Tennis :: Photography by Kelsey Grudle
NET CHIX The Cordillera Ranch Tennis Club is offering Net Chix this fall. Net Chix is not a new program but has been absent for a couple of years. With more members playing tennis, along with an influx of new members, the Tennis Club decided to bring this program back. Net Chix is a program for our lady members, designed to serve a variety of purposes. The program can be for members who have never played tennis but are interested in learning the game. It is great for members who used to play but have not played for a while — some might have played when they were younger but stopped for a variety of reasons like their career path, raising kids or perhaps an injury that sidelined them for some time. It can also serve the member who simply wants a weekly workout or is looking for a basic evaluation of their tennis skills. Net Chix meets Friday mornings and the program consists of basic stroke production and technique combined with cardio drills, with a progression to point and match play. You can sign up through the Club’s website or by contacting the Director of Tennis or Tennis staff.
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As you can see, our ladies’ tennis is busy this fall. Approximately 40-50 members participate in tennis programming at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch and as the community grows, so does interest in the Tennis Club. This programming includes but is not limited to private lessons, clinics, USTA league teams, ball machine and open play.
UNITED STATES TENNIS ASSOCIATION (USTA) Our Tennis Club boasts two USTA Ladies’ teams competing at two different levels on two different days of the week. These teams compete through the San Antonio Tennis Association (SATA), which is the local branch of the USTA. The Cordillera Ranch Aces are a 2.5 level ladies’ team — 2.5 is the entry level for USTA team tennis in San Antonio and the surrounding area. The 10-lady member roster has a 10-week season in the fall and a 10-week spring season. The Aces have been together four seasons and continue to build and improve their roster. The team plays on Friday mornings, and practice on
BOCO BALLBUSTERS
Mondays and Thursdays. Their matches consist of one singles match and two doubles matches, and they compete against Fair Oaks Country Club, The Clubs at Sonterra and San Antonio Country Club, to name a few. The Aces have made great strides over the past few seasons and will compete well this fall. If you are interested in playing competitive tennis in a team format, this is a great place to start. The Cordillera Ranch BOCO Ballbusters are an age 40 and over, 3.0 level ladies’ team with a roster of 16-18 members, and they continue to add new members and strengthen the depth of talent on the team. The Ballbusters season also consists of
10 weeks against various clubs and tennis facilities in the San Antonio area, with matches on Thursday mornings. The team practices on Tuesdays, and several team members participate in open clinics and take private lessons to improve their tennis skills and strategy. This team has won the league at the 3.0 level before and will be a force to reckon with this fall. See you at the courts! Joe De Luna is the Director of Tennis at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. He can be reached at jdeluna@cordilleraranch.com or 210.363.9004.
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DINING
In The HOLIDAY SPIRIT(S)! It’s that time of year again when we come together with our loved ones to spend quality time and continue our cherished family traditions. We would like to share our personal, favorite holiday beverages for you to enjoy this season. By Graham House, Clubhouse and Lodging Manager, and Ryan Walters, Dining Room and Bar Manager
KENTUCKY BOURBON EGGNOG From Graham House The best parts of growing up in Kentucky are the Derby and bourbon. During the holiday season, snow would blanket the miles of horse farms as we drove to Aunt Tommie’s home. As kids we loved to go to her home and sneak handfuls of bourbon balls and cups of bourbon eggnog. Oh yes, we paid for that feast! Years later I acquired her recipe, and this continues to be our holiday tradition. Making eggnog the old-fashioned way takes a while but always tastes better than buying a carton. Ingredients 12 Large eggs 1 quart Milk 1 cup Superfine or powdered sugar, divided 1 tbsp Real vanilla extract 2 cups Heavy cream 3 cups Ancient Age (Now Buffalo Trace) Semi-sweet chocolate shavings and nutmeg Method • Separate 12 large eggs into 2 medium-sized bowls. Put the egg whites in the refrigerator (you’ll use them during the final step). • In a large saucepan, stir together 1 quart of milk, 1/2 cup of superfine or powdered sugar and 1 tablespoon of real vanilla extract. Bring to a gentle boil, then take it off the burner. • Beat the egg yolks for 2-3 minutes to thicken them. Take a cup of the hot milk and pour it slowly into the egg yolks, whisking constantly. Then pour this mixture back into the saucepan with the rest of the hot milk, continuing to whisk it so it thickens smoothly. • Return the saucepan to the burner and cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes, using a wooden spoon to stir it constantly. You’ll know it’s ready when the eggnog is thick enough to coat the back of the spoon. • Pour the mixture into a sealable container. If you like, you can cover the surface of the eggnog with plastic wrap so it doesn’t form a skin. Refrigerate overnight (or at least 4 hours). • With an electric mixer, beat the egg whites until soft, white peaks form. Slowly add 1/4 cup of powdered sugar and
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continue mixing until the peaks stiffen. Then rinse the mixer blades and whip 2 cups of heavy cream until it thickens, adding another 1/4 cup of powdered sugar as you do. • Pour your chilled eggnog mixture into a large punch bowl. Slowly stir in 3 cups of Buffalo Trace bourbon. With a spatula, fold in (don’t stir) the whipped cream and then the egg white mixture. Put it back in the fridge to chill for at least an hour. Keep chilled until just before serving. Garnish with semi-sweet chocolate shavings and nutmeg as the final touch.
SANTA’S MILK From Ryan Walters We all grew up being told that if we left milk and cookies out for Santa on Christmas Eve, he would eat them. That’s where the inspiration for this drink came from. I thought, if I were Santa, what would I want to have waiting for me when I came down the chimney? Santa’s Milk of course! Ingredients 2 oz Vodka 1 oz Baileys 1/2 oz Vanilla syrup 1/2 oz Heavy cream Rainbow Sprinkles Cinnamon Sticks Method • Coat the rim of a rocks glass with simple syrup (equal parts of sugar and water). • Roll the rim of the glass in the Rainbow Sprinkles. • Fill the glass with ice. • Add the first four ingredients and stir. • Garnish with a cinnamon stick and enjoy! Warning! Santa may not leave if left out for him.
APPLE TODDY From Ryan Walters Everyone has had a traditional Hot Toddy. Well, we think it’s time you spice it up a bit. This Apple Toddy will keep you happy and warm!
Ingredients 1/2 Orange, halved 4 Cloves 3 cups Apple cider 2 Cinnamon sticks Brandy, to taste 1 cup Heavy cream, whipped to soft peaks Method • Stud the orange halves with cloves • In a medium sauce pan, bring the cider, cinnamon and orange to a simmer • Ladle in the hot cider and add brandy to taste • Top with a dollop of whipped cream
Maple Bourbon Old-Fashioned
Apple Cider Margarita
Holiday Martini
Cranberry Gin Fiz
Mexicali Mule
Christmas Cookie
SPECIAL HOLIDAY COCKTAILS AT THE CLUBHOUSE The Club’s mixologists are ringing in the holidays with seasonal cocktails that are sure to bring comfort and joy. MAPLE BOURBON OLD-FASHIONED Bulleit Rye, Maple Syrup, Bitters, Orange Peel Garnish APPLE CIDER MARGARITA Reposado Tequila, Grand Marnier, Apple Cider, Cinnamon Rim, Apple Slice Garnish HOLIDAY MARTINI Vodka, Baileys, Godiva Chocolate Liqueur, Raspberry Garnish CRANBERRY GIN FIZ Gin, Cranberry Juice, Prosecco, Cranberry and Rosemary Garnish MEXICALI MULE Blanco Tequila, Ginger Beer, Lime Juice, Bitters CHRISTMAS COOKIE Rum Chata, Cake Vodka, Fireball, Sprinkles for rim
SATURDAY NIGHT FLIGHTS Can’t decide what your favorite margarita is? We can help. Join us on Saturdays for our specialty Margarita Flights where you can choose four flavors from six delicious options: Strawberry, Classic, Peach, Mango, Jalapeno, Watermelon. Graham House is the Clubhouse and Lodging Manager at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. He can be reached at ghouse@cordilleraranch.com or 830.336.9164. Ryan Walters is the Dining Room and Bar Manager at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. He can be reached at rwalters@cordilleraranch.com or 830.336.9164.
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CELLAR CLUB
2021 WINE EXTRAVAGANZA and FOOD FESTIVAL NOVEMBER 23 :: 6:00 TO 8:30PM By Jeffrey Cohen, Wine Specialist I would like to personally invite you all to the Wine Extravaganza and Food Festival this year. This year’s holiday show will take place in the Clubhouse. As in years prior, the format will be Bubbles and Big Reds. This is a perfect opportunity to buy holiday gifts and stock your cellars. We will have 13 wine vendor tables with over 50 selections to “Try before you Buy.” We will also include food stations that will cover selections from eight different countries: Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Argentina, New Zealand, Israel and the good old U.S.A. We will be limiting the event to 80 people so please plan accordingly and make your reservations early. This will be the absolute best Bubbles and Big Reds to date! I hope to see you there! Jeffrey Cohen is the Wine Specialist at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. He can be reached at jcohen@cordilleraranch.com.
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WELLNESS
The UNITED STATE of
PILATES By Kris Cracknell :: Photography by Jason Risner
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This week I got a ping on my phone from a friend doing battle with some ongoing low back pain. After consulting with a physician and completing physical therapy, my friend was advised to incorporate more “glute and core” exercises into workouts. Being a resourceful person, my friend googled “glute exercises” then forwarded a link to me with these words:“need to work on isolating my glutes, what do you think about these exercises?” My brain immediately and automatically shifted into teacher mode. I had only one thought: Isolate? Please don’t let your glutes work out alone! As a Pilates instructor and a human who has surpassed the half way point in her life, I know that isolating one muscle to create strength comes at a cost. Without help from another muscle group, things can and will go very wrong. I also know that my friend’s mission to strengthen the glutes was well intended. It was the idea of solely focusing on one very specific area without regard to another that raised my concern. Many years ago, when I first started my own Pilates practice, I was struck by how different my body felt moving in a Pilates class versus how it felt in my usual group classes. The biggest difference in my Pilates class was that every single exercise called upon my body to shift what part of me was moving and what part stayed stable — with a very strong emphasis on the stability part. I had no idea how incorporating both mobility and stability in every single move would change how I work out, how I ski, how I hike mountains with my family and how I move through life. In fact, it is safe to say that before I was introduced to Pilates, I had very little awareness of mobility and stability and how that pertains to my body as an entire movement system. The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines “united” as 1. made
one; combined, 2. relating to or produced by joint action, 3. being in agreement; harmonious. Thank you, dictionary people. I cannot think of a better adjective to describe the perfect Pilates workout. It is the body working in a united state — using both mobility and stability in each exercise, providing an effective and efficient workout. Pilates is a whole-body exercise program. We don’t just emphasize one body part. We address the entire system and how it works together for optimal benefits and better movement! What does that mean? In the context of movement, let’s break it down with a general definition of mobility and stability. Skeletal muscle tissues can hold things together or move parts relative to each other; both parts are equally important. Mobility refers to the ability of a joint to move freely through a certain range of motion without restriction from the surrounding tissues. The stability aspect refers to the ability to recruit the muscles around the joint in order to prevent movement. It is the constant shift between the two that helps us to gain strength and prevent injury. Both are equally important! Many of the most common injuries and complaints that I see and hear begin with problems in assigning the right muscle to the right job. An example of how the synergistic body parts work together is walking. Ideally, the large glute muscles are used along with their connectors from the pelvis to the hip to push the leg forward (mobilizing) as it lifts off the ground while keeping your spine upright (stabilizing.) Pro tip: if you’re shuffling your feet when you are walking, please wake up your glutes and tell them to get to work. Still unsure if your muscles are doing their job correctly? Let’s meet! In a one-hour Pilates session, you will move through a series of exercises created to highlight both mobility AND stability. We know that systems work best in unison; our bodies are no exception. The human body is designed to move, and efficient movement involves numerous muscles and joints working together simultaneously. Limitations in either of these areas leads to compensation somewhere in the system creating faulty movement patterns and increased risk of injury. This is a very common occurrence and happens to most people at some point in their life (myself included!). If you’ve already experienced an injury, don’t worry. Once you’ve been given clearance to exercise, Pilates will meet you where you are. With the right guidance, consistency and commitment, new and healthier movement patterns can be created. Pilates is here for that and I am, too. I can’t promise you six pack abs or that doing “these four glute exercises will erase your back pain!” And in the continued interest of full disclosure, I am known to lose track of counting repetitions. But I can promise that I will be tracking your form and movement. That is my priority. I can also promise that in Pilates, we will work together in a united effort to improve the way you move. By moving and working together, we are stronger! Kris Cracknell is the Pilates Instructor at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. She can be reached at pilates@cordilleraranch.com or 210.860.7322.
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OUTDOORS
The Advantages of Float Fishing Trips By Shane Reynolds, Outdoor Recreation Director & Outfitter
Fishing float trips, either fly or conventional, offer many advantages to both novice and expert anglers. While wade fishing a river or stream is a pleasant way to spend a few hours stalking trout or bass, a float trip down a river gives fishermen opportunities that can’t be matched from shore. For the last thirty years as a guide, I have spent countless hours fishing with clients and I believe float fishing is often the best way to maximize the potential of catching more fish. It’s also a peaceful and easy way to fish.
COVERING WATER The biggest advantage of a float trip is simply the fact that drifting down remote water allows anglers to put their flies and tackle over more trout and bass than is ever possible while wading. Rather than casting to the same fish over and over, from a raft, every new riffle, undercut bank and bend in the river creates new possibilities with trout that are often unreachable by anglers who are limited by walking or by rivers that are too deep to cross safely. Anglers who do enjoy wading are able to get out of the boat to thoroughly fish prime areas that rarely see other wade fishermen. Dry fly fishing and streamer fishing generally require wading anglers to stay on the move to look for new fish, but from a boat, each cast puts your dry fly or streamer into new territory.
FISHING PRODUCTIVE BANK WATER Wading anglers are often standing where the fish would prefer to be feeding. Banks offer both security and food for trout and bass. Grasshoppers, ants, frogs and insects commonly fall into the water near the bank and the fish look for them there, sometimes holding mere inches from shore. From a boat, these productive holding areas can be fished easily without spooking the fish.
MOBILITY ISSUES Some fishermen just have trouble wading safely. Older anglers and young children can be challenged when dealing with moving water and slick rocks. Even experienced anglers can have trouble wading in high, fast currents. Float fishing trips eliminate the risk of trying to negotiate rushing water,
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over “greased bowling balls,” logjams and other wading hazards. Anglers can comfortably fish while standing or sitting in a raft and relax to take breaks to enjoy the scenery if they get tired. Often, it isn’t even necessary to wear waders, which makes for a more comfortable day when the mercury rises on summer afternoons.
TECHNICAL ADVANTAGES Fishing from a raft also allows the guide to give his anglers a better shot at catching more and bigger fish. From an elevated position above the water, fly casting is made easier. In addition to casting, mending, setting the hook and spotting fish are all easier from the higher location anglers fish from in a raft. Longer “drag free” drifts can be achieved while the boat drifts with the flies. In the event a truly large, trophy-sized fish is hooked, playing the fish is easier from the boat. The guide is also able to follow the fish should it decide to go on a long run downstream. Rising trout can be approached from upstream. The first thing they see is the fly drifting towards them. This increases the percentage of hookups and decreases the chance of spooking fish.
CARRYING GEAR AND PEOPLE All wade fishermen must carry what they may need on their backs. In a boat, lunch and drinks are kept cold in a cooler. Cameras can be stowed in dry storage, and extra rods can be brought along in the boat. Additionally, two anglers can fish from the same boat. It’s nice to have a buddy to converse with throughout the day. It’s also great to have someone to snap photos of your trophy fish.
WHAT TO BRING Generally, our outfitter staff will have you covered for flies, gear and water, but bring your own equipment if you prefer. As mentioned earlier, waders are often optional. A buff face and neck guard is an excellent way to avoid a sunburn. The technical fabric breathes and beats the sun coming from above and reflecting off the water. A lanyard for tippet, clippers, hemostats and floatant is handy. Don’t forget raingear, polarized sunglasses and sunscreen.
Wading is a great way to get close to the fish and immerse yourself in the environment bass and trout call home. However, it is hard to beat a day of floating down a beautiful river like the Guadalupe, San Marcos, Llano or Devils. All while your outfitter staff rows and offers instruction. The scenery and wildlife alone are worth a float. However, you will cover more water and cast to more trout and bass than is possible on any wade fishing trip.
FISHING TRIPS The outfitter service at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch focuses on a few bodies of water for our fresh water float trips. The trout season on the lower Guadalupe River in Satler runs from November through April. On that particular trip, we are fishing the tailrace below Canyon Lake for stocked Rainbow and Brown trout, stocked by Trout Unlimited and the State of Texas. On the upper Guadalupe in and around Cordillera Ranch, we
are targeting warm water species such as the Guadalupe bass, various species of sunfish and even carp. On the San Marcos and Llano Rivers, we also target warm water species such as largemouth bass, Guadalupe bass, various sunfish and cichlid, as well as carp. On our favorite river, the Devils, which flows into Lake Amistad north of Del Rio, we are targeting smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, gar and carp. The Devils is the most pristine river in Texas by far. For more information on guided float fishing trips, contact the Outfitter Center at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. 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.
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MEMBER SERVICES
PREFERRED RATES FOR FREQUENT RETURNS At The Lodges at Cordillera Ranch By Brianna Botine, Communications Director and Lodging Concierge
At The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch, we are always working on new ways to enhance our members’ experiences. Now, as an added benefit to being a member, we are offering the new Lodge Pass programs, which offer preferred rates at The Lodges of Cordillera Ranch. The Lodge Pass programs are perfect for non-resident members who are building a home, and for those hosting large gatherings such as weddings, birthday and anniversary parties and family reunions. Or elevate your corporate retreat with private meeting spaces, custom catering menus, company swag, welcome packages and all of the resort-style amenities at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. The Lodges’ luxurious accommodations are available for $225 - $390 per night, depending on your time of stay. For members that utilize The Lodges frequently, we recommend checking out the preferred pricing available through the Lodge Pass programs.
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The Lodges at Cordillera Ranch were built for luxury and convenience. We offer two different types of rooms: Deluxe Room or Deluxe Suite. Each room comes with a golf cart for transportation from The Lodges to the Club, exceptional amenities and custom catering packages for any occasion. Our Elmax unit features four Deluxe Suites and two Deluxe Rooms. This unit is perfect for individuals or small family stays. Our newest unit, The Georg, is set up to feel more like a home and is perfect for a large family or groups. It has four Deluxe Rooms, three of which lock-off to the Great Room. The Great Room is a common area with a full kitchen, spacious living room and a large patio that overlooks hole #3 of the Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course.
Contact Brianna Botine to get signed up for the Lodge Pass or Lodge Pass+ program. Brianna Botine is the Communications Director and Lodging Concierge at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. She can be reached at bbotine@cordilleraranch.com or 830.336.9177.
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10 HOLIDAY GIFTS AT THE CLUB
Gift certificates from The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch make the perfect holiday gifts for family and friends who need a little adventure or relaxation in their lives!
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MASSAGE You cannot go wrong with this gift! Our two Club Masseuses, Lisa Geiman and Amanda Rebollar, will massage any stress away. 60-minute treatment for $80 (value of $90) or 90-minute treatment for $110 (value of $125). Due to the high demand, Massage Gift Certificates are limited to 10 per member.
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Plan a Kayak Trip with your family or friends. This package accommodates a group of four and includes all kayak equipment and shuttle service so you can enjoy a half day on the beautiful Guadalupe River. $75 (value of $112).
5-STAND AND FLUSH PACKAGE The 5-Stand and Flush Package at the Gun Club accommodates a group of two to four shooters and includes shotguns, shells and six rounds (200 birds) on the 5-Stand and Flush field for $150 (value of $220).
6 PILATES This package is perfect for anyone new to the world of Pilates. Three private Pilates training sessions with Pilates professional Kris Cracknell for $192 (value of $255). Pilates is a system of exercises that helps strengthen, stretch, balance and tone the body. Available to new clients, only.
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PERSONAL FITNESS TRAINING
A great way to start a New Year’s resolution is with this gift. Five onehour personal training sessions with professional trainers Tamra Christiansen and Kelly Vizzone for $375 (value of $425).
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TENNIS LESSONS
Do you have a tennis enthusiast in your life? Treat them to five tennis lessons from either Tennis Pros Joe De Luna or Bradley Hill for $375 (value $425).
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GOLF LESSONS Does a loved one need to improve their golf game? Give them five golf lessons with one of the Club’s Golf Professionals for $500 (value $625).
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TRAIL RIDE
Go on a gorgeous Hill Country Trail Ride with a group of four friends or family members for $175 (value $200). All Trail Rides are for those ages 12 and older.
FISHING TRIP
Give a relaxing half-day trout or bass fishing trip on the Guadalupe River. This trip accommodates two people and includes beverages and fishing equipment for $315 (value $375).
KAYAK FISHING TRIP ON THE DEVILS RIVER This spectacular river is the best in Texas by far! Any angler and adventurer would love to spend four nights on this bass fishing outing. $725 per person (value of $795). Please contact Shane Reynolds for any questions regarding this trip.
These special offers must be purchased by December 23, 2021 and ALL EXPIRE December 31, 2022. Please contact Kelsey Grudle to purchase any of these great gift certificates. Kelsey Grudle is the Recreation Coordinator at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. She can be reached at 830.446.2711 or kgrudle@cordilleraranch.com. Shane Reynolds is the Director of Outdoor Recreation and Outfitter at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. He can be reached at 210.616.6051 or sreynolds@ cordilleraranch.com, or the Cordillera Ranch Outfitter Center at 830.336.4823.
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SPECIAL EVENTS
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HAPPIER HOLIDAYS It’s always a good time at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch and around the holidays, things are even more special. The calendar listing (page 19) is full of the Club’s traditional holiday activities, and here are a few more events for both adults and kids to make the season even merrier.
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SHOW TIME! Theatre lights are back on and the Club is offering an all-inclusive dinner, transportation and show package for three more productions at The Majestic Theatre during the Broadway in San Antonio 2021-2022 Season. Each package includes a threecourse all-inclusive dinner at the Clubhouse, transportation to and from the theatre and one ticket per show in excellent lower-level orchestra seats. Limited to the first 48 reservations.
DISNEY’S THE LION KING Saturday, November 6, 2021 $210 per person ages 13 and older $195 per person ages 12 and under
MAGICAL CIRQUE CHRISTMAS Thursday, December 23, 2021 $178 per person for Starlight Suite $121 per person for Main Floor
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Thursday, January 13 & Sunday, January 16 $320 per person
HOLIDAYS KIDS CAMPS Keep your kids active, entertained and learning new skills during the holiday break with a fun selection of camps. Camp themes include sports, arts and crafts and cooking so there’s something to please every boy and girl. HOLIDAY SPORTS CAMP Dates: December 21-23, 28-30, and January 4-6 | Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm | Ages: 8-14 | Location: Tennis Center | Fee: $200 Holiday Sports Camp is an endless collection of sports and activities that challenge kids and help to develop confidence, hand-eye coordination and motor skills while having fun in the great outdoors. We will be playing tennis, pickleball, capture the flag, gaga ball and more. Lunch is included.
LITTLE HOLIDAY SPORTS CAMP Dates: December 21-23 | Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm | Ages: 4-7 | Location: Tennis Center | Fee: $200 Little Holiday Sports Camp offers a great combination of sports for beginner kiddos that are learning and growing. Different sport activities will be in the morning and there will be fun, cool-down games and activities in the afternoon. Lunch is included.
HOLIDAY COOKING CAMP Date: December 21-23 | Time: 1:00pm-3:00pm | Ages: 8-12 | Location: Main Dining Room | Fee: $165 This hands-on cooking experience will focus on preparing a variety of delicious holiday dishes and then creating beautiful plating presentations, all taught by a knowledgeable chef. All cooking materials are provided.
LITTLE HOLIDAY COOKING CAMP Date: December 21-23 | Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm | Ages: 4-7 | Location: Main Dining Room | Fee: $165 Calling all little chefs to learn and grow in the world of cooking! This holiday camp will teach your young chef the safety skills and knowledge necessary 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 HOLIDAY ART CAMP Date: December 28-30 | Time: 12:30 - 4:30pm | Ages: 4-7 | Location: Group Exercise Studio | Fee: $200 Calling all little crafters to come learn, play and experience hands-on art projects. Each day we will be creating holiday masterpieces using different art mediums. Your little artist will practice large and small motor skills, social interaction and creativity while having fun and experiencing new things. All materials are provided.
HOLIDAY ART CAMP Date: January 4-6 | Time: 12:30 - 4:30pm | Ages: 7-10 | Location: Group Exercise Studio | Fee: $200 This camp is all about being creative! Here at Art Camp, we aren’t afraid of a little mess. We will be learning unique art techniques while creating holiday masterpieces using different mediums throughout the week. All materials are provided. For questions about our Holiday Camps or to make a reservation, please contact Kelsey Grudle. Kelsey Grudle is the Recreation Coordinator at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. She can be reached at 830.446.2711 or kgrudle@cordilleraranch.com.
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MEMBER HIGHLIGHTS
“Leading with Honor® is a consulting, training, coaching, and speaking company specializing in developing authentic leaders, high performance teams, and strong cultures that thrive in change. We work with organizations (domestic and international) of all sizes in multiple industries offering our expertise. Our founder, Lee Ellis has written four books on leadership and speaks worldwide on the leadership lessons learned in the Hanoi Hilton POW Camp.“ By Marc DeWall, General Manager :: Photography courtesy of Mr. Lee Ellis, Leading with Honor
We are excited and honored to welcome author Lee Ellis to Cordillera Ranch for a Veterans Day Dinner with Club members on Thursday, November 11. Mr. Ellis, a former Air Force pilot and POW, is the author of Leading with Honor: Leadership Lessons from the Hanoi Hilton, in which he details the lessons he learned during his sixty-four months of captivity in North Vietnam during the Vietnam War. Citing the exemplary leaders he served under who inspired courage through the most horrific circumstances, he relates his experiences to the principles of leadership that we can all apply to our everyday lives. In his book, he states, “In the Hanoi Hilton I learned that leading with honor is about doing the right thing, even when it entails personal sacrifice.”
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This is a special opportunity for our members to listen to one of the great heroes of our country who is now a corporate consultant for leaders of Fortune 500 companies, healthcare executives, small business owners and entrepreneurs. Thank you in advance to Bill Lee, Cordillera Ranch member, for introducing Mr. Ellis to us and providing the opportunity for him to speak at our upcoming dinner.
COMMUNITY the support of these sponsors. They make it possible for us to keep ticket prices affordable for our community, plus they are the reason we are able to offer our FOR KIDS concerts at no cost to students or the school district,” adds Carol Schultz, founding member and current Board President. The Boerne Independent School District (BISD) has also played a vital role in the organization’s success. Through their partnership, all performances take place in the 985-seat Champion Auditorium at Boerne-Samuel V. Champion High School, a state-of-the-art facility, commended for its acoustics, design and access to the school’s rehearsal facilities. In turn, BPA has hosted more than 28,000 students in its Boerne Performing Arts FOR KIDS outreach program where students get to The Ten Tenors experience live concerts by world-class artists during special matinee performances. This season, another 4,000 students in grades 2-5 will participate. “Not only is it great entertainment for the ticket holders, but it’s contribution to the school children of Boerne is immeasurable. They are able to see these performers up close and often are allowed to ask questions and meet the performers,” says Karen Hunke, a Cordillera Ranch resident who, along with husband Phil, was an early supporter of BPA. Additionally, BPA presents “Preludes and Interludes” in the Champion Auditorium lobby. Meadows explains, “For our three season concerts, we feature one musical performing group from our secondary schools, and visual art student work will By Ann Koehler :: Photography courtesy of Boerne Performing Arts also be displayed as well. It gives recognition to the achievements of individual student artists, and is an added delight for our concert goers to view.” After much anticipation, Boerne Performing Arts is thrilled to There have also been many volunteers throughout the years, announce its 2021-2022 Season! Artists and audiences alike are instrumental in the organization’s success, with several from eager to enjoy live performances again in the heart of the Texas Cordillera Ranch. “The community of Cordillera Ranch has always Hill Country, and the tradition continues with a three-concert sebeen active in our volunteer organization. Numerous residents ries and a special holiday performance. Since the organization’s have served on the Board or volunteered in many different areas,” inception 10 years ago, Boerne Performing Arts has presented says Meadows. Past Board member Mary Colacurci is a Cordilover 30 concerts from around the globe. lera Ranch resident, along with Terry Weller who has consistently “Boerne Performing Arts was created by a very motivated contributed to committees. Mary Colacurci says, “It was so group of local individuals who undertook the mission of bringing gratifying to serve on this Board for seven years and to watch it’s the world of professional performing arts to Boerne, Texas,” says growth and recognition within the community. At the time I joined Cathie Meadows, a founding member of BPA. And the community the Board, BPA was new to Boerne and so was I. I came from the embraced their endeavor wholeheartedly. “Since the very beginning, The GVTC Foundation, Frost Bank, City of Boerne and Heart’s non-profit world and I can honestly say that I had never seen such support and cooperation from so many entities to bring this effort Home Acoustics have been sponsors of Boerne Performing Arts. to life. From BISD, to the City, the Boerne-Kendall County EcoSoon after our inception, Cordillera Ranch joined us as a sponsor. nomic Development Corporation (BKCEDC), the Chamber, the We could not possibly have the quality shows that we offer without
A DYNAMIC DECADE Boerne Performing Arts celebrates its 10th anniversary of bringing exceptional, world-class performing artists to the community
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Boerne Convention and Visitors Bureau and corporate support — it only worked because all of these partners, and others, worked together. Cordillera Ranch, both its residents and corporately, became a bedrock of support to the organization.” Cordillera Ranch also hosted “The Five Browns” in a special evening at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch, and Karen and Phil Hunke hosted a reception with “Time for Three” at their home in Cordillera Ranch as well. “It was great fun to have the ‘Time for Three’ give a short preview of their performance here in our home. They loved performing in an actual home, so I jokingly said, ‘Well, you could spend the night here if you like.’ They didn’t hesitate for a minute since they had been on the road and staying in hotels since leaving home! It was fun having such delightful young men in our home,” recalls Karen. “I can’t say enough about the wonderful volunteers who give their time and sponsors who give their donations to this organization. We are thankful to Cordillera Ranch and its residents for the part they have played in the success of Boerne Performing Arts,” emphasized Meadows. In its first ten seasons, Boerne Performing Arts has fulfilled its mission to feature internationally acclaimed artists, educate through student outreach programs and enrich the quality of life in the community. For tickets and more information, visit www. boerneperformingarts.com or call 830.331.9079.
NEIL BERG’S 50 YEARS OF ROCK AND ROLL January 29, 2022, 7:30pm This highly entertaining show features some of the finest musicians and Broadway/Rock & Roll artists performing groundbreaking music that changed the world and influenced generations of music fans, with iconic songs from the 1940s to the 80s and the stories behind them.
THE TEN TENORS February 24, 2022, 7:30pm “Love Is in the Air!” as The Ten Tenors, a most beloved group from Australia, perform songs that capture the romance of wedding first-dances and cover romantic tunes, from pop with a twist to classic love songs, and even a few of the most famous love arias ever written.
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2021-2022 SEASON: VOCTAVE
March 24, 2022, 7:30pm The internationally acclaimed dance illusionists will perform “Viva Momix,” an entertaining multimedia experience that will surprise, enchant, astonish and transport Boerne audiences to a fantasy world through its trademark use of magical lighting and imagery.
December 16, 2021, 7:30pm Ushering in the holiday season with Voctave, the 11-member a cappella group is known for their stunning performances and a repertoire that ranges from gospel to pop to musical theatre. Voctave was the last sold-out performance before the pandemic cancelled BPA’s 2019-2020 season, so they were invited back to celebrate theatre’s reopening. Their holiday show, “The Spirit of the Season,” promises to be a magical evening celebrating the spirit of the holiday season! Please note: This performance is a special event and is an additional ticket to the three-concert series.
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AROUND TOWN
FIRE IT UP
Whether you’re looking to enhance your home with an upscale fire pit or gas log set, gas cooktop or water heater, Pico Propane and Fuels’ new showroom in Bergheim provides you with a turnkey solution for all of your indoor and outdoor propane appliance needs to keep you and your family warm, comfortable and entertained. By Emily McLoughlin :: Photography by Kelsey Grudle
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With roots in the development and building industry, Chris Hill, President and CEO of Meritum Energy Holdings, entered the propane, fuel and lubricant distribution business in 2010 and has compiled an extensive network of operations that service both residential and commercial markets. Operating as Pico Propane and Fuels in the southern U.S., their territory covers everything south of IH-10 from Albuquerque, New Mexico to Beaumont, Texas. “In addition to Pico, Meritum has operations along the east coast from New England to Florida. As a locally based company, we also have the benefits of a much larger scale, which allows us to provide reliability and access to the products we sell that are advantageous to a larger company. These benefits are ultimately passed along to our customers,” says Hill. Having been involved in developing Cordillera Ranch since the late 1990s and seeing the continued growth in the Boerne area, Hill recognized a missing niche in the local market. “There was a need for a turnkey solution for everything from gas fireplaces and fire pit products to grills and accessories, as well as gas appliances and generators,” he says. On October 14, the new Pico Propane and Fuels showroom opens to fulfill that need. The showroom will feature residential gas appliances and products but will also have access to extensive distributor relationships for commercial applications.
The new showroom’s inventory is carefully curated, offering quality brands that Hill hand-selected. For the Design-Build community, Hill says, “This will be a welcoming place for builders, remodelers and homeowners to view and select products, as well as access a full range of catalogues and specifications from our premier vendor network that will support designers, architects and builders.” Their experienced sales team as well as their service and install team will also be able to help guide customers through the entire process. For indoor applications, there are gas fireplaces, gas inserts and fireplace log sets from American-made manufacturers like Grand Canyon Gas Logs, Fireplace Xtrordinair® and DaVinci Custom Fireplaces. Outside, fire pits, fire bowls, masonry fireplaces and pizza ovens can be expertly installed. Outdoor kitchens are now the norm in 76 percent of new construction, according to the National Kitchen & Bath Association. Coyote® and Evo® Grills supply gas grills and smokers for carts or built-in applications incorporating islands and cabinetry. Hestan® products provide chef-driven performance for a true cook’s kitchen with grills, smokers, power burners, beverage stations and beer dispensers. Their inventory extends beyond outdoor entertainment with a full indoor kitchen suite. For 135 years, Bertazzoni has engineered cooking appliances and now partners with Italian sports car manufacturers to cre-
ate the resilient and bold palette of their five signature range colors. These, along with the rest of the appliance suite, create a functional, yet luxurious coordinated kitchen. Another iconic brand in the showroom’s portfolio is Bevelo® Gas and Electric Lights founded in New Orleans’ French Quarter in 1945. Generac® generators, gas water heaters, washers and dryers, furnaces and patio heaters round out the appliance and utility selections. In addition to this impressive new product offering, Pico Propane and Fuels continues to be the leader in delivering a high quality customer experience while providing a seamless propane supply for your home. Whether you need a new tank installed or just want the peace of mind in knowing your tank is always full with an easy-to-use app, Pico Propane and Fuels is the reliable propane provider in the Boerne market. The new Pico Showroom is located 1/2 mile east of the main Cordillera Ranch entrance on Hwy 46. Showroom Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm, and by appointment on Saturday and Sunday. 843 TX-46 Unit B, Bergheim, TX 78004 :: 844.427.7426 www.picopropane.com/products-equipment/pico-showroom/
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HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS
Castle Arts & Entertainment
are Back and Bigger Than Ever! By Ann Koehler
Our Texas Hill Country is lovely on its own, but add millions of twinkling lights and it glows brilliantly during the holiday season.The holiday extravaganzas with spectacular lighting displays and entertainment draw visitors from around the world each year. Each small Texas town offers unique shopping and dining with historic architecture and recreational areas. Plan on spending the day exploring, then stay for the evening festivities. Here are a few events close-by, beginning with our very own Boerne! 62 | NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2021
A DICKENS CELEBRATION IN BOERNE Fridays & Saturdays, Nov. 26-Dec. 19, 4:00-10:00pm www.adickenscelebration.com NOVEMBER 26-27: Aimed at giving revelers some holiday cheer to mark the beginning of the holiday season, “A Dickens Celebration” will begin the evenings of Thanksgiving Weekend, November 26-27, and span four unique weekends of fun and festivities. Dickens Village (Main Plaza) will have a full schedule of family fun including an ice carving show, a great market and the official lighting of the tree on Friday night at 6:00pm. Shops will be decorated and beautifully lit, and guests can stroll along a traffic-free Main Street, freely crossing from
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shop to shop while enjoying holiday music, street entertainers and fun surprises along the way. DECEMBER 3-4: The Weihnachts Weekend includes entertainment and the Weihnachts Market at Main Plaza on Friday, and the 34th annual Weihnachts Parade at 6:00pm on Saturday. Stores and restaurants will be open during and after the parade.
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DECEMBER 8, 10-11: Boerne’s downtown retailers are hosting “Toast of Olde Town,” which includes a classic holiday movie in the park, wassail sampling, late-night shopping and supervised kids programming at the Patrick Heath Public Library. DECEMBER 17-18: “Kinder Fest” is a family-focused weekend of fun including visits with Santa, a scavenger hunt, cookie crawl, real reindeer and more. Sunday, December 19, wraps up the celebration with a family holiday movie in Main Plaza. Come spend the day on the Hill Country Mile shopping and dining, then make your way up and down a traffic-free Main Street from 4:0010:00pm at Dickens on Main and the Weihnachts Parade. For “Toast of Olde Towne” and “Kinder Fest,” watch before you cross because Main Street will be open as usual.
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Boerne’s Parade of Lights
Fredericksburg’s Holiday Season Trish Rawls
BOERNE FESTIVAL OF TREES & SILENT AUCTION
FREDERICKSBURG’S HOLIDAY SEASON
Nov. 30-Dec.4, daily viewing. Silent Auction Dec. 4, 10:00am-3:00pm www.facebook.com/boernefot/ Bid on trees/wreaths for your home or business with proceeds benefiting Friends of the Boerne Public Library.
Nov. 23-Jan. 6, 6:00pm nightly www.visitfredericksburgtx.org It all begins on Nov. 23 with the lighting of the Christmas tree and the 26-foot-tall German Christmas Pyramid, which includes moving figures just like traditional German folk art, and it gets better from there. An outdoor ice-skating rink, events throughout town and holiday shows are just a few of the activities Fredericksburg has in store.
BOERNE’S PARADE OF LIGHTS Throughout December www.ci.boerne.tx.us Boerne businesses and residences deck the halls with extravagant lighting displays for the public to view. Sponsored by Boerne Parks and Rec, with a map available on their website.
A WALK IN BETHLEHEMST. HELENA’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH Dec. 7-8, performances at 6:00 & 7:30pm www.sthelenas.net/bethlehem Witness the arrival of the Christ child with a traditional nativity scene including camels and Magi.
JOHNSON CITY’S LIGHTS SPECTACULAR Nov. 26-Jan. 2, 6:00pm-Midnight www.lightsspectacular.com The Blanco County Courthouse alone has more than 100,000 lights. Add that to the millions of lights on the Pedernales Electric Co-op’s lighted forest, and you have one of the largest light displays in the state. Festivities begin with the lighting ceremony on Nov. 26, a lighted parade the next day and continue with a calendar full of events.
CONCERTS IN THE CAVE Sounds of the Season, Nov. 27, 7:00pm Winter Solstice, Dec. 18, 7:00pm www.cavewithoutaname.com With a combination of dynamic acoustics and nature’s beautiful backdrop, concerts in the Cave Throne Room are memorable experiences.
OLD WEST CHRISTMAS LIGHT FEST AT ENCHANTED SPRINGS RANCH Thursdays-Sundays Nov. 25–Dec. 12, 6:00-9:00pm Nightly, Dec. 16-24 www.christmaslightfest.com Light displays surround you on the drive into an Old West town with a walkthrough light tunnel, games, food and shopping.
DON STRANGE CHRISTMAS ON THE RANCH Thursdays-Sundays, Nov. 26-Dec. 24, 6:00 to 10:00pm www.christmas.donstrangeranch.com This all-new event features over 4 million dazzling drive-thru lights, food trucks, concerts and photo-ops with Santa.
CHRISTMAS IN COMFORT Nov. 27, 10:00am-9:00pm www.comfortchamber.com It’s a full day of shopping, eating, drinking and holiday merriment with more than 125 vendors selling a wide variety of food and holiday gifts, and a lighted parade beginning at 7:00pm.
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EMILYANN’S TRAIL OF LIGHTS IN WIMBERLEY Dec. 4-5, 8-12, 15-26, Fridays & Saturdays 6:00-10:00pm, weekdays 6:00-9:00pm www.emilyann.org A walking trail guides guests through almost eight acres of lighted exhibits, and on select evenings, there will be live entertainment, Santa visits, chocolate tastings and the special holiday play, Christmas Melodrama.
WALKWAY OF LIGHTS IN MARBLE FALLS Nov. 19-Jan. 1, 6:00-10:00pm www.visitmarblefalls.org There’s only one way to describe it: Enchanting. 2 million twinkling lights on more than 350 lighted sculptures illuminate Lakeside Park. Stroll leisurely through this winter wonderland, then enjoy ice skating at the park as well. Adding to the fun, there will be a Christmas Market on Dec. 5 and a trolley will be running on weekends from Downtown Marble Falls to the Walkway of Lights.
HOME TOUR
BURDICK CUSTOM HOMES
SHARING THE
REPUTATION Owners Art Burdick and Alexia Herber are dedicated to designing the best homes in San Antonio and the Texas Hill Country, and sharing the Burdick Custom Homes reputation through a proven commitment to the community. By Drew Henry :: Photography by Lauren Keller :: Rendering by Oscar Flores
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“One of the most important aspects of Burdick Custom Homes is our commitment to ‘share the reputation,’” begins Director of Client Relations Tracy Harris. Burdick Custom Homes became a Preferred Cordillera Ranch Builder for the team’s proven reputation for timeless architecture, commitment to quality and unparalleled service — leading to an unmatched standard of excellence in home design. However, this is only the start of their own reputation. Over the last five decades, Chairman and CEO Art Burdick has built over 2,200 homes and developed over 1,250 residential lots, providing San Antonio and Boerne families with the best houses possible. With styles ranging from traditional to contemporary, the Burdick team believes the true measure of success is client satisfaction. “We’ve had one family that we’ve built four houses for,” continues Harris. “That’s what our ‘share the reputation’ ideal is all about — we treat every client relationship like they will develop into lifelong partnerships. It is an honor to watch families go through different phases of life and share in their own reputations within the community. I am very proud of the rapport we build.” It is clear to see that Cordillera Ranch holds a special place in the hearts of the Burdick team members. “We’ve always built in the best neighborhoods, but I know of none that are superior to Cordillera Ranch — it has some of the most impressive vistas in all of Texas,” says Burdick. Since the Burdick team strives to design timeless architecture that blends harmoniously into the landscape, it looks like the perfect match. While the Burdick team designs homes that create a lasting impression, the real highlight is their commitment to accommodating each homeowner’s unique lifestyle through a highly
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collaborative build process. “The residents of Cordillera Ranch represent my second family,” adds Harris. “We love watching their dream homes come to life.” Harris’ knowledge of the community and the people who live there is instrumental in helping clients select the best lot for their needs in addition to introducing them to the Club amenities and their Cordillera neighbors. However, for Art Burdick, it is not enough to build dream homes within a community, which is why he plays an active role in building a better San Antonio community at large. Burdick was part of the leadership team that brought the Spurs to San Antonio in 1974. Now, he serves on the Roy Maas Youth Alternatives Foundation, The Dominion Development Committee, the Board of Directors for the Greater San Antonio Builders Association and is a former president of the organization. His charitable builds include the Burdick Community Center in Boerne and Casa de Padres, a retirement community for Catholic priests. “Every couple of years, we pick a charity cause and go all in,” explains Harris. “It is an honor to share our reputation and give back to the community.” Alexia Herber joined Burdick Custom Homes in 1998, was quickly promoted to Vice President of Operations and now leads the team as the company’s President. She and Art became business partners in 2014. She is a lifelong resident of Kendall County, has a BBA in Accounting from UTSA and is a Licensed Texas Real Estate Broker. Her 30+ years of construction and estimating experience enable her to assist with value engineering throughout the design process. “Maintaining exceptional customer service and the superior Burdick reputation is of the upmost importance to me and I believe we have an incredible team of people to facilitate that,” said Herber.
Burdick Custom Homes’ New Clubs Village Property
BURDICK CUSTOM HOMES’ LATEST BUILD IN CLUBS VILLAGE The Burdick Custom Home team has their latest home under construction in Clubs Village on hole #12 of the Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course at Cordillera Ranch. The house is situated on a 1.037-acre lot with prime, elevated views of the fairway. “The location makes this house,” explains Harris. “The property has a clear view over four holes, but it feels private due to its elevation over the course. We also have other spec plans in design for golf, view and greenbelt lots.” It’s clear to see that this 4,842-square-foot home was designed with avid golfers and outdoor enthusiasts in mind. The home features a four-car garage so residents are sure to have enough room for their entire toy collection. Outdoor spaces include a private front courtyard, massive covered back patio, outdoor kitchen, pool,
spa, sunken outdoor seating and fire pit. “You can see the golf course from the pool,” says Harris. “What more could you want?” The outside of the home features classic materials applied in a modern way. Smooth Sienna limestone and stucco clad the exterior, allowing the black metal roof, windows, doors and accents to pop. Clerestory windows give the design a modern edge and allow ample sunlight to flood the interior. The inside of the home is designed for entertaining, featuring four bedrooms, four-and-a-half bathrooms, a study, a game room, a wet bar and an open-concept great room. “Over the years, Burdick has been known for their detail in construction finishes, and that can be seen in this contemporary clean-lined home,” said Monika Morris, Vice President of Design. While the home is sleek and modern, natural materials give it a welcoming feel, including wood flooring, floor-to-ceiling windows and beau-
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THE BURDICK CUSTOM HOMES PORTFOLIO reflects an attention to architectural detail, creative and innovative features, thoughtful site placement and, most importantly, a commitment to accommodating each homeowner’s lifestyle through a collaborative process from start to finish.
tiful stonework. “The kitchen is a real showpiece,” said Morris. A 48” six-burner Wolf® gas stove, a 30” Sub-Zero® freezer and 30” fridge, Wolf high-quality ovens and a warming drawer allow cooks of all skill levels to entertain friends and family. But, of course, the real star of the show is Cordillera Ranch’s incredible views of the Texas Hill Country. In addition to having an interior design degree, Morris’ experience in architecture and product knowledge is invaluable in working with buyers and architects. Burdick clients appreciate her excellent sense of scale, balance and symmetry in all aspects of design and finish out. Burdick Custom Homes’ portfolio showcases a variety of beautifully designed homes that mix styles, locally sourced materials and quality craftsmanship. This home is no exception and has the advantage of being in Cordillera Ranch, one of the most sought-after areas with its Club amenities, natural serenity and proximity to San Antonio.
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DEVELOPERS CORNER
CLUBHOUSE IMPROVEMENTS and CABANA EXPANSION AND RENOVATION By Charlie Hill, President of Cordillera Ranch
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CABANA AND KITCHEN EXPANSION AND RENOVATION The many members that have been part of the Club since the early days when the Cabana was the only Clubhouse dining facility — before the Main Clubhouse was built — remember how fun it was to hang out with friends at the Cabana and enjoy a nice meal as the sun set beyond the pool area. As the years have gone by and the Main Clubhouse dining room and Twin Sisters Bar became the main dining venues, the Cabana transitioned to primarily serving as a special events venue. It’s now time to bring it back to life as a regular dining and bar option — albeit with a major makeover and expansion. Though concept planning for the Cabana’s renovation has been under consideration for the past couple years, the plans were expedited this year when the freeze burst pipes in the facility and destroyed it completely — making it unusable even for special events. We have spent the past six months planning a complete renovation, repurposing and expansion of the Cabana that also ties into an expansion of the main kitchen so the facilities will be fully connected, which is critical for quality food service to the new Cabana. There are many other moving parts to the plans and, suffice it to say, this is far more than just a renovation of the Cabana and thus more complex to design. The renovation and expansion of the Cabana is going to provide us stunning new dining outlets and make use of one of the most prime spots on the Clubhouse hilltop. Not only will these plans upgrade and expand your Club dining and bar options, but they will allow for the Cabana to be put into use as a year-round, day-to-day dining facility (with a complete make-over, expansion and modernization of the space). We
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wanted a venue that is large enough to host large gatherings but still have an intimate feel and vibe for nightly dining. We’re also very excited to showcase some new outdoor patio dining space around the Cabana and north of the current Pool snack bar, which will provide another breathtaking dining spot for Members to regularly enjoy. Additionally, the planning for the Cabana expansion spurred the culinary team to evaluate long-term kitchen-area needs and it became clear that if we were ever going to expand the kitchen, it had to be done at the same time as the Cabana expansion. In order to continue to deliver great dining experiences to numerous different dining venues from one kitchen, it became apparent that a kitchen expansion was a must. So, the current kitchen will nearly double in size (expanding to the west towards the Pool snack bar), and we’ll be adding much-needed storage space for various Club operations. This expansion will allow the Main Clubhouse to fully connect to the existing snack bar and expanded Cabana. Additionally, the snack bar will be getting some repurposing and renovation as well. We are working as fast as possible to get plans completed so we can move into the construction phase over the winter months and get as much completed prior to summer pool season; however, we do anticipate that some of the work will be ongoing at the Cabana during the next pool season. It is likely a 12–15-month project overall, so the anticipated Cabana opening would be end of 2022 or early 2023 (hopefully the current materials supply-chain constraints aren’t a major delay).
MAIN CLUBHOUSE AND GOLF SHOP UPGRADES Separate from the Cabana work, in the Main Clubhouse this winter we will be replacing the carpet and wood flooring that was damaged during the winter storm. We’ll also be giving a
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face-lift to the main restrooms in the Clubhouse near Twin Sisters. Once again, Covid has delayed the time-table for this work as manufacturers have significant backlog; however, we are now on track to have the re-carpeting and other work done by February of 2022. The carpet removal and replacement in the main dining room is anticipated to take approximately a week; during that week the main dining room would be closed and we would operate from the Twin Sisters bar dining area. Then the Twin Sisters and hallway reflooring work would be completed and the main dining room would be open for service while Twin Sisters is out of operation for a week. We understand that disruptions are not ideal but in order to make these upgrades, it’s necessary and we’ve worked with the contractor to make sure we have as minimal disruption as possible. Also, you’ve probably seen some of the improvements that have been under way in the Golf Shop. The first project in the Golf Shop back office is now complete, which removed walls and built-in desks to provide more work space and inventory storage which will allow the staff to better serve Members with the growing amount of special orders. In November, we will be upgrading the Golf Shop main floor area by creating more merchandising area, re-carpeting and removing the existing counter and installing a new counter near the entry door. These changes will give the Golf Shop a beautiful facelift and most importantly create significantly more usable merchandising area to offer more choices and venture deeper into lifestyle categories. As you can see, we have been planning numerous projects and capital improvements which will greatly enhance Member experience at the Club. We look forward to completing some of these projects over the winter and making progress on the Cabana and kitchen construction in 2022! 888.66.RANCH :: www.cordilleraranch.com
CORDILLERA RANCH HOME LISTING INVENTORY IS AS TIGHT AS EVER If you’ve thought about listing and selling your home, now may be the perfect time. We’re seeing new listings sell quickly and for top dollar. LET OUR EXPERIENCED TEAM OF HOME SALES PROFESSIONALS PROVIDE AN ANALYSIS OF YOUR PROPERTY TODAY!
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Charles Mueller
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166 SENDERO RIDGE $4,750,000
6,500 Square Feet
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MLS# 1510485
This 50-acre estate has abundant Live Oaks, cross-fenced pastures, each with running water, and an equestrian center with 20+ covered stalls, a barn with tack, feed and supply rooms, a hay barn and a 200’ x 300’ riding arena with cattle pens and round walker. The main home is crafted in Hill Country tradition. The grand living room has stone walls and timber trusses with stone and wood flooring throughout that pairs with stone counters and Alder cabinets, doors and trim. Covered patios and an outdoor kitchen capture southern breezes by the pool with spa, grotto, slide and a diving board. The home has a six-car garage, and guest/care takers quarters are also on the property. • • • • • •
5 bedroom/4 full baths and 2 half baths/6 car garage 2,000-square-foot putting green with two tees Ag Exemption Acreage may be subdivided 2 water wells with storage tanks Master Full Golf Membership Available
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BARRY DENTON Listing Agent :: 210.827.8384
107 SWEDE CANYON $4,000,000
5,636 Square Feet
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MLS# 1562098
This German-styled Hill Country heritage ranch house with stone facades and wood-sided sheds was modified to be more contemporary through the use of steel, glass, clean sight lines and an open interior. Special features include Rehme steel windows and doors; custom cabinetry by Palmer Todd featuring lacquer finishes and floating cabinets; Corten steel panels in main entry; oil rubbed hardwood floors; and a Black Walnut kitchen island and Wolf® & Sub-Zero® appliances. The Master suite includes a sitting area, fireplace and custom closets. En-suite baths and gas fireplaces are in two secondary bedrooms. The home is situated for privacy on 6.16 acres with 700’ of frontage to a 60-acre park with spring-fed creek and lake. • • • • • •
4 bedrooms / 4 full baths / 3 car garage Loft apartment with kitchen, full bath, laundry and terrace 1,793 SqFt of covered outdoor living with fireplace and gas grill 1,500 SqFt. of boardwalk and decking with Swede Creek Lake view BARRY DENTON Smart home technology throughout the home Listing Agent :: 210.827.8384 7,500-gallon stone clad water storage
187 RIVERWOOD $2,499,000
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6,536 Square Feet
MLS# 1539603
Panoramic Hill Country view AND Guadalupe River frontage/access in one stunning property! This Gustavo Arredondo-designed estate features the quality construction of Stadler Custom Homes. The gourmet kitchen features Wolf appliances and custom cabinets. Additional areas include an exercise room, game room, outdoor living and study. A gorgeous Keith Zars pool and stone fire pit create additional outdoor living areas. • • • • • • •
6 bedrooms / 5 full baths / 2 half baths / 3 car garage Two living areas, kitchen, dining, study, exercise, game, wet bar Fully enclosed workshop 290’ of Guadalupe River frontage Peaceful and serene Riverwood location Parks, trails and green space nearby Master Full Golf Membership Available
VANCE WALLER Listing Agent :: 830.388.2828
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3648 CLUBS DRIVE Contact for Details
Rendering/Design subject to change
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4,842 Square Feet
Burdick Custom Homes’ and Oscar Flores’ painstaking attention to detail captures the essence of golf course living at Cordillera Ranch. Views of holes 12, 13, 14 and 15, enhanced by a Hill Country backdrop, provide a captivating setting to be enjoyed continuously. An open floor plan creates space and views to the outdoors across the great room, dining, kitchen and covered outdoor living through a moving glass wall system. The game room also takes advantage of views and features a fabulous bar with both opening to covered outdoor spaces that include a large outdoor kitchen, pool, spa and sunken firepit with seating. The master suite has direct access to outdoor living, luxurious bath and large closet with island dresser. • 4 bedrooms/4 full baths and 1 half bath/ 3 car garage + golf cart garage • Gated front courtyard with fountain and stepping-stone path • All secondary bedrooms feature dedicated bath and large closet • Additional flex space off bedrooms 2 and 3 • Open gallery connects study, foyer, powder, utility and pantry • Optional putting green • Master Full Golf Membership Available
52 OAKLAND HILLS $2,990,000
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6,885 Square Feet
MLS# 1548574
This Clubs Village estate rises above the fifth hole of the golf course for views of seven holes, Hill Country vistas and the Guadalupe River valley. Stately exterior features include a flat tile roof, rock with stucco accents and copper roof accents. Multiple patios open up walled courtyards leading to gardens, a water wall fountain and spa-like pool. The finest of finishes inside include furniture-grade walnut floors, cabinets, doors, beams and staircase; stone counters and floors of French limestone, marble and travertine; Grohe fixtures and professional appliances; four fireplaces; and countless other details identifiable to a discerning eye. • • • • • •
4 bedrooms/4 full and 3 half baths/3 car garage• Walled circular driveway 10,000-gallon rain harvesting tank Elevator for easy second story access Oversized 2nd bedrooms with en-suite baths Master Full Golf Membership Available
• Two living areas, kitchen, dining, study, master suite, exercise, laundry, 2nd office, garden and craft rooms
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20 OAKLAND HILLS Contact for Details
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4,257 Square Feet
Lifestyle by Stadler presents this two-story, three bedroom, five-bath transitional style home meticulously sited on 1.15 acres of golf frontage and surrounded by stands of Live Oaks with beautiful sunset views. Luxury touches abound. An open floor plan with huge sliding glass doors and windows bring the outdoors in, and diffuse abundant natural light throughout the home. Construction completion date of early 2022. • • • • • •
Rendering/Design subject to change
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
12 VITTORIA RIDGE $1,850,000
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4,410 Square Feet
Panoramic sweeping views are yours from this hilltop Di Lusso Villa. Open floor plan with soaring ceilings, exposed wood beams and three bedrooms, each with an en-suite bath. Incredible attention to details and finishes is evident from floor to ceiling. Exceptional outdoor living starts with the front courtyard, is highlighted again from the covered patio off the Great Room and carries on over to the fenced-in back yard and fire pit. The cook’s kitchen is spacious and efficient and open to living and dining areas. The Master Suite is a sanctuary featuring great space, privacy and picturesque view across the Guadalupe River Valley. • • • • •
3 bedrooms / 3 full baths / 1 half bath / 2 car garage Game room with direct outdoor access Gated enclave Luxurious lock and leave lifestyle Desired location just minutes away from the Golf Course and Clubhouse • Private golf cart access to Clubs Village
CAREY YEAGER Listing Agent :: 830.388.6363
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Cordillera Ranch Realty Homes for Sale 1 - 166 Sendero Ridge 2 - 107 Swede Canyon 3 - 187 Riverwood 4 - 3648 Clubs Drive 5 - 52 Oakland Hills 6 - 20 Oakland Hills 7 - 12 Vittoria Ridge
1499 S. Main Street
Next to the Dog & Pony Grill
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28 Cordillera Trace Boerne, TX 78006
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