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Pickleball popularity continues to rise on the Ranch, with six new lighted courts, lessons for all skill levels, open play and mixers initiated in response to the ever-growing demand.
Beloved traditions at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch create treasured memories, connecting generations of families, and are especially heartwarming during the holiday season.
The Ranch’s philanthropic projects reach hundreds of families during the holiday season, and it’s the generosity of our residents that make it possible to support local charities and help kids have a wonderful Christmas.
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ALSO INSIDE: 14 WELCOME LETTER 16 CALENDAR 20 RANCH SCENE 22 STAFF PROFILE: DAMIAN SISKIND 32 2023 RANCH ROUND-UP LADIES' MEMBER/GUEST 34 PLAY-A-HOLE #9 38 SUPERFOODS AND A SIDE NOTE ON SMART HOLIDAY EATING 40 COCKTAILS FOR A SPIRITED HOLIDAY 42 BUBBLES & BIG REDS 46 GUN CLUB INSTALLS NEW RANGE & TRAPS 50 10 HOLIDAY GIFTS AT THE CLUB 52 CUTTING EDGE DENTISTRY IN BOERNE 56 IMPACTING OUR COMMUNITY THROUGH THE ARTS BOERNE PERFORMING ARTS ANNOUNCES ITS 2024 SEASON. 58 LIGHT THE WAY 62 CRAFTSMANSHIP BEYOND COMPARE - TODD GLOWKA BUILDER 70 NEW CLUBS VILLAGE HOMESITES 72 HOME FIELD ADVANTAGE 75 REAL ESTATE
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Making a decision to buy real estate can be a tough, complicated and, at times, stressful process. There are a myriad of questions and thoughts that go into making a choice of where, when and what to buy, like: • “Is this location right for us?” • “Does the concept of the community fit our lifestyle?” • “Is the timing right for our family?” These are all valid questions that I’ve watched folks work through over the years while going through their decision-making processes. However, the one question that seems to come up more consistently than any other question is, “Who is the developer, what have they done, and what are they going to leave me with?” In my opinion, it’s the single most important and thoughtful question anyone looking to purchase in a planned or private development can ask. Think about it, and by no means is this meant to discount any other questions/concerns that people may consider, but what could be more important to protecting a buyer’s investment in and enjoyment of a community, than the quality and track record of its developer? For some people, the early unknown is a risk they’re willing to take given the “payoff” later down the line if everything is completed as planned. For others, a more cautious, prove-it-to-me approach is the prudent method. For those at Cordillera Ranch, the value of having a solid and stable developer has been realized from beginning to current day, satisfying the innovators and early adopters to the late majority. The question, “What can you tell me about your developer?” is one that is more than welcomed here at Cordillera Ranch. Every amenity, from the Clubhouse to the Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course to the Equestrian Center, has been delivered as promised. Miles of roads have been paved and approximately 1,400 homesites have been delivered and purchased. So, when you ask us, “Who is your developer?” we not only have a compelling answer, but we have a great story to tell as well. If you’d like to understand more about Cordillera Ranch’s developer, DHI, and the history of the two families behind Cordillera Ranch, I encourage you to visit “The Developer” page under the “Life Out Here” tab at CordilleraRanch.com and watch our Founders’ Video.
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PUBLISHERS: Cordillera Ranch Development Corporation Traveling Blender, LLC CORDILLERA RANCH DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION Charlie Hill – President cphill@cordilleraranch.com DIRECTOR OF ADVERTISING Sara Hill 210.332.8628 shill@cordilleraranch.com EDITOR Trisha Doucette trisha@travelingblender.com EDITORIAL DEVELOPMENT TEAM Brianna Botine, Marc DeWall, Sara Hill, Shane Reynolds, Gary Short, Megan Soltis, Brynn Steele CREATIVE DIRECTOR Tim Shaw – The Shaw Creative theshawcreative@me.com CORDILLERA RANCH SALES 830.336.3570 info@cordilleraranch.com The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch 830.336.9000 Feature article photography by David Teran Photography 210.650.2428 :: www.davidteran.com Cordillera Ranch Living is published bi-monthly through a joint venture between Cordillera Ranch Development Corporation and Traveling Blender, LLC. No reproduction in any form is authorized without the consent of both Cordillera Ranch Development Corporation and Traveling Blender, LLC. Cordillera Ranch Living is a registered trademark of Cordillera Ranch Development Corporation. 28 Cordillera Trace, Boerne, Texas 78006. Printed in the USA. All rights reserved 2023. 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.
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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 dinner as we spotlight our chef’s finest steak and seafood features, delivering a fine dining experience. Friday evenings bring special fresh catch and oyster features along with live entertainment from 6:30 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 from 5:00 to 10:00pm.
Delicious family dinners are a convenient and affordable way to enjoy a variety of menu options that feed up to four people for $44.95++. Place orders through the Club receptionist or Cordillera Ranch Mobile App for curbside pick-up or delivery, 11:00am to 8:00pm.
Remember when Mom used to cook Sunday Family Meals? We do! Join us at the Club for some home-style cookin’! $24.95++ from 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 the Golf Shop at 830.336.4653. For tennis events, please contact the Tennis Club at 830.336.4823.
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FAMILY MEAL FEATURE
BUTCHER SHOP Instead of driving out of the community, head to the Club to pick up some filets to cook at home! We have an assortment of ribeyes, New York strips, hamburger patties and more. Our HeartBrand certified akaushi beef is full of marbelization and flavor. Call the Clubhouse today to place your order!
EVENTS November 9 :: Fess Parker Wine Dinner
December 2 :: Gingerbread House Decorating Party
Time: 6:30 to 9:30pm Location: Main Dining Room Join us for an intimate dinner featuring some amazing wines from Fess Parker Winery & Vineyard paired with a custom menu crafted by Executive Chef Isaac Cantu and his culinary team.
Time: 9:00 to 11:00am and 12:00 to 2:00pm seatings Location: Main Clubhouse Join us for our annual holiday Gingerbread House Decorating Party. We provide everything: assembled gingerbread houses, icing and candies to decorate and, best of all, we will take care of the cleanup! This event includes drinks, a brunch buffet and holiday treats.
November 12 :: Chili Cook-Off Time: 3:00 to 6:30pm Location: Outfitters Center Grab the family, throw on your jersey and join us out at the Outfitters Center for the Chili Cook-Off and Dallas Cowboys vs. New York Giants Tailgate! Register to be a Chili cook or just come to taste! Awards will be given for **People’s Choice, **Judge’s Choice and **Showmanship, so come to impress! The winner takes home the Championship Chili Cook-Off Belt!
November 21 :: Bubbles & Big Reds Wine Extravaganza Time: 6:30pm Location: Main Dining Room This event will feature more than 40 wines — Bubbles & Big Reds — to taste before purchasing for the holiday season while enjoying holiday music and food. Enjoy a one-stop shop for all your holiday gift needs!
November 23 :: Thanksgiving Day Brunch Time: Reserved seating is available from 11:00am to 1:30pm Location: Main Dining Room In honor of Thanksgiving, we will be hosting a holiday-themed brunch menu with live music from Bernie Martini. Enjoy this special feast surrounded by friends and family as we celebrate our many triumphs from the year!
November 25 :: Turkey Trot Time: 9:30am Registration Opens / 10:00am 5k Run or Walk Begins Location: Main Clubhouse Did you have too much to eat during your Thanksgiving Day feast? Bring the family to trot or stroll in our annual 5k race around the neighborhood! We will have fun merchandise upon arrival and assorted healthy breakfast foods at the end of the race. All ages are welcome, including pets and strollers!
November 29 :: Ugly Christmas Sweater Gold Rush / Blue Santa Fundraiser Time: 5:00 to 9:00pm Location: Main Clubhouse Don’t be a Grinch! Arrive in your ugliest Christmas apparel for our annual Ugly Christmas Sweater Gold Rush evening. We will be running our annual sweater contest for 3rd, 2nd and 1st place winners! We are also partnering with the Kendall County Sheriff's Office Foundation Blue Santa program to fill stockings for local children! Please reach out to Vicki Hansen at vhansen@cordilleraranch.com for donations.
December 5 :: Mix & Mingle: Fire & Ice – Vodka Time: 6:30 to 9:00pm Location: Adult Pool Side Come dressed in fur and be ready for a fun night of interactive mixology featuring vodka. We will take part in learning about this spirit and making our own vodka-crafted cocktails while bundled in our winter best.
December 9 :: Breakfast with Santa: New! Live Reindeer! Time: 9:00am and 11:00am seatings Location: Main Clubhouse Please join us for a jolly good breakfast when Santa and his reindeer visit from the North Pole! Be sure to dress in your Christmas best to have your pictures taken while you tell Santa what is on your wish list. Peter Gloria will be entertaining everyone, and children will enjoy making Christmas crafts and writing letters to Santa in the front living room!
December 14 :: Hundred Acre Wine Dinner Time: 6:30 to 9:30pm Location: Main Dining Room Join us as we welcome Nick Literski for a pairing of Hundred Acre wines and a custom menu crafted by Executive Chef Isaac Cantu and his culinary team.
December 24 :: Christmas Eve The Clubs will close at 3:00pm. Pick up your Family Christmas Eve Orders!
December 25 :: Christmas Day The Clubs will be closed.
December 26 The Clubs will resume normal business hours of operation.
December 31 :: New Year’s Eve Prix Fixe Dinner Time: Reserved seating is available from 5:30 to 8:00pm Location: Main Dining Room Wrap up 2023 with an exquisite dining experience at the Club and entertainment by the Dirty River Jazz Band. Reservations are available every 30 minutes with the last seating at 8:00pm.
January 1 :: New Year’s Day The Clubs will be closed. *All Club events require advance reservations and a 48-hour cancellation policy*
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STAFF PROFILE
DAMIAN SISKIND Facilities Director 210.269.8382 / dsiskind@cordilleraranch.com HOMETOWN: San Antonio FAMILY MEMBERS: Wife: Erica Daughters: Meadow 21, Laila 18, Sofia 16
WHAT PAST WORK HISTORY PREPARED YOU FOR CORDILLERA RANCH? I was the Facilities Director for The Dominion Country Club for the last five years. WHAT DO YOU LIKE MOST ABOUT WORKING AT CORDILLERA RANCH? I like the fun environment. All of the staff here are so easy to work with. My favorite part of my job is being able to enhance the member experience by implementing new ideas and seeing those ideas really come to life. WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR MOST REWARDING PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE? Being able to promote within my department. WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR GREATEST PROFESSIONAL CHALLENGE? Finding the right candidate for the position. WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO PURSUE WORK IN THIS FIELD? I wanted to learn different trades to be able to maintain and do repairs on my own house in the future. I lived in apartments until I was able to learn different trades. HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOURSELF IN THREE WORDS? Fun, hard-working, silly. WHAT DO YOU DO IN YOUR FREE TIME? I like to spend time with my family, fish and go to the beach. WHAT IS YOUR SECRET TO HAPPINESS? Making sure my family is happy and healthy, and whiskey. WHAT MOTIVATES YOU TO SUCCEED? Helping other people.
EXCLUDING FOOD AND WATER, WHAT TWO THINGS WOULD YOU WANT IF STRANDED ON AN ISLAND? A fishing pole and a radio. ARE YOU A CAT OR DOG PERSON, AND WHY? Dog. Our family fosters and cares for rescue dogs until they can be adopted. IF A GENIE GRANTED YOU THREE WISHES, WHAT WOULD THEY BE? Unlimited amounts of money, to have my parents live forever, and never age. AS A CHILD, WHAT DID YOU WANT TO BE WHEN YOU GREW UP? I wanted to be a Movie Star. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE GENRE OF MUSIC? Oldies. IF YOU COULD TIME TRAVEL, WHERE WOULD YOU GO? 1950s.
WITH THE HOLIDAYS UPON US, HOW DO YOU LIKE TO SPEND THANKSGIVING OR CHRISTMAS? We spend the holidays with friends and family at the house or in Corpus Christi where my wife is from.
WHO WOULD YOUR IDEAL DINNER GUESTS? Ken Griffey Jr, my grandfather on my father’s side, my wife and Snoop Dog.
WHAT WAS YOUR MOST RECENT ADVENTURE? A family ski trip to Colorado.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE MEAL? Anything BBQ.
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N EW N EIGHBORS SAVE LIVES! By Kimberly A. Suta :: Photography by David Teran
Courtney LeHew and Scott Farber moved to Cordillera Ranch this past summer — officially the new kids on the block, and there’s little doubt this vibrant young professional couple, along with their five-year-old son, will bring with them a breath of fresh air. “We were used to living in apartments our whole adult life [in St. Louis and Manhattan], so we wanted a piece of property that had some land,” shared Scott. Courtney added, “Funny story from the first day we met up with Carey Yeager to see the property — as we came over the hill from the Visitors Center and got sight of the view for the first time, Scott said, ‘I have chills.’ I said, ‘I know, me too!’ referring to the view. Then he replied, ‘No, I mean I’m sick.’” Although they had to abort that visit, they came back a few weeks later and found exactly what they were looking for. They ended up buying one of the original houses in the community, which was about 20 years old. “The exterior was beautiful but the interior needed updating,” explained Scott. “We took the house down to the studs — that’s why it took a long time to renovate, but the property came with a pool, tennis court and basketball court, so our son has plenty of room to run around.”
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According to the couple, they could not have come from more disparate backgrounds. Scott was born in NYC and grew up on Long Island. The 9/11 terrorist attacks monumentally changed his life and fueled his natural patriotism. This led to his work as a volunteer firefighter in Syosset, NY, while attending medical school. He also worked for several years in the FDNY EMS system as an EMT in New York City before moving to St. Louis for his residency. He completed residency training in plastic surgery at Washington University in St. Louis, followed by a fellowship at NYU, further specializing in facial reconstruction and cosmetic surgery. During this time, he was able to participate in a rare surgery that took an extraordinary 25 hours to complete. “I did a face transplant on a young man in 2018 whose face was destroyed from a gunshot wound. I was one of six surgeons
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and a team of 40 or 50 people who helped transplant the face, from the tongue and jaw to the teeth, muscles, nerves … everything,” recalled Scott. “The surgery went great, and the last time I heard from him, he had just bought a house and had a girlfriend.” Scott also served as an officer and a surgeon in the U.S. Navy and performed reconstructive surgeries on wounded warriors at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. In 2020, he was deployed to NYC during the U.S. military response to the COVID-19 pandemic and helped run an ICU full of critically ill COVID patients with other Navy doctors. On the other hand, Courtney lived a nomadic life growing up as an Air Force brat. She spent her early childhood in Oklahoma and Texas, specifically San Antonio. “I loved the four years I lived in San Antonio. Memories of Selena and Dwight Yoakam
music, barbecue and Tex-Mex, and Hill Country campouts and day trips all left an indelible mark on me. For years to come, the San Antonio area felt as close to a home as a military brat can claim,” shared Courtney. However, her mother's Air Force career took her to foreign lands, including two tours in Germany. They traveled often, as her parents made it their mission to introduce their children to as many new places, foods and cultures as possible during that exciting time. After graduating high school in Germany, Courtney returned to the U.S. to pursue her higher education, ultimately entering medical school at Washington University in St. Louis, which is where, you guessed it, she met a handsome young doctor by the name of Scott Farber. On the night of her 30th birthday, Courtney was working a
typical, busy graveyard shift, when a case arose that required emergency surgery. She paged the surgery resident on-call and was pleasantly surprised to see Dr. Farber respond. She had certainly noticed him around the hospital, but he had seemed too serious and intimidating to approach. Unbeknownst to Courtney, he had noticed her as well and was glad for the opportunity to talk to her. “Interestingly, I felt the same way about her. She was kind of a unicorn — tall, beautiful and a doctor, so obviously very intelligent — so she was intimidating to me as well,” Scott elaborated. A week later, they had their first date and Scott showed up in cowboy boots. Courtney was immediately smitten. “I soon learned that he also loves country music, barbecue and guns. A man after my own Texas-loving heart!” she exclaimed. It wasn’t long before they tied the knot.
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Currently, Courtney works part-time as an ER physician in the emergency departments around San Antonio and Boerne, while Scott now has a private practice, Hill Country Plastic Surgery, where he focuses on cosmetic plastic surgery. He’s also joined the Bergheim Volunteer Fire Department. The couple’s shared passion for the often intense and fast-paced medical field comes with its challenges, but thankfully their son is always there to help. “When we have those rough days, he can often tell. He’s very empathetic and will go out of his way to give us extra hugs and tells us it will be okay,” shared Courtney. “We’ve seen the worst possible things that can happen, and it makes you appreciate your family. Coming home to see him and Courtney after a tough day at work made that day so much better,” Scott added. The two also share numerous hobbies and interests, from hanging out at the Clubhouse pool with their friends, going to museums and concerts, and traveling.
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“We like to be active; to be outside whenever possible. We love to travel and try new things, like craft cocktails. We have an extensive collection of spirits and built a bar in the house so we can make our own craft cocktails,” said Courtney. The couple also loves going to the gym together and have plans to eventually take advantage of the golf course — take some golf, and even tennis, lessons together. Courtney also hopes to join the Club’s women’s golf group, Chicks & Sticks, as she’s thoroughly enjoyed the other group activities available at the Ranch, including the Women’s Bible Study and the Cellar Club wine dinners. “We looked all around the country for comparable places like The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch, but there’s nothing like it. It’s not just the golf course — we have the river, shoot-
ing range, equestrian center,” noted Scott. “It struck us as a special place since the first day we went to the Club. It’s the sense of community and the fact that everyone we’ve met is so friendly and so happy to be here,” added Courtney. You can expect to see this phenomenal new family around the neighborhood, getting involved in more local activities, whether they be at Cordillera Ranch or nearby Boerne. If you do, make sure to ask them what their secret is to a happy marriage. Scott might tell you it’s about communication and making time for each other. Courtney might add that it’s making sure your partner knows that you respect them. Yet, it might just be their unique perspective on how precious life truly is that shines the way, not to mention the ability to make some incredible craft cocktails!
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RANCH ROUND-UP LADIES’ MEMBER/ GUEST Karla Wright & Gerrie Donovan
By Corey Roberson, Director of Golf
The 2023 Ranch Round-Up Ladies’ Member/Guest was held on Tuesday through Thursday, October 3 – 5. We had 35 ladies plus their guests for a field of 70 players. The event kicked off with a practice round and lunch on Tuesday followed by a 9-hole putting contest and an evening party. Our theme this year was Cordaritaville — our tribute to the late Jimmy Buffet and his famous Margaritaville. We used
received almost an inch of very much needed rain. While it wasn’t great timing, nobody was complaining about the rain! Eventually the clouds parted and we were able to tee off at 11:00am and play 9-holes before crowning our flight winners — congrats to the 12 ladies below:
Bahama Mama Flight – Liza Robinson & Karen Northcutt had the opportunity to dunk the golf pros in a dunk tank after #4. A Sunrise Mimosa Flight – Karla Wright & Gerrie Donovan few of the ladies felt the need to visit the dunk tank after #7 as well! Rum Runner Flight – Roxanne Matkin & Sue Colburn 5 O’Clock Somewhere Flight – Dianna Cervantes & Rita Myers After the putting contest, we rolled straight into the ladies’ Planters Punch Flight – Kari Hollway & Debbie Perry party where they received a pair of Royal Albatross shoes, more Loaded Landshark Flight – Dina Genovese & Barb Barton cocktails and an island-themed dinner prepared by Executive Chef Issac and his team. There was a live parrot to take pictures To crown an overall champion, we played a 3-hole alternate with, a fire dancer, tequila tasting and an entertaining game of shot shootout where two teams were eliminated on #16 and #17 limbo. Of course, a party by the pool wouldn’t be complete leaving two teams coming up #18. In addition to me and Jacques without a dip in the pool led by Mary Callahan — she was the MC’ing the shootout, we had a rowdy mariachi band. The teams first to jump in, but definitely not the last! of Cervantes/Myers and Genovese/Barton were eliminated on On Wednesday morning, the Family Coffee Co. joined us on #16 and the teams of Robinson/Northcutt and Hollway/Perry were the range to provide a little pick-me-up along with a light breakeliminated on #17. The teams of Wright/Donovan and Matkin/ fast prepared by our culinary team. Wednesday was the official Colburn hit great drives on #18 but Wright/Donovan left their start to the tournament — our format was a net best ball eclecsecond shot in a better spot, which eventually led to them wintic. Essentially, each 2-person team counts their lowest net score ning the shootout. Congratulations to our 2023 Ranch Round-Up on each hole — on Day 2, they have the opportunity to improve Champions — Karla Wright & Gerrie Donovan! their score on each individual hole. We wrapped up Wednesday with lunch in the Main Dinning Room and the ladies were free to Corey Roberson is the Director of Golf at The Clubs of Cordillera explore Boerne or other parts of the Ranch that afternoon. Ranch. He can be reached at croberson@cordilleraranch.com We gathered again on Thursday morning with the intention of and 830.336.4653. teeing off at 9:00am but Mother Nature had other plans — we
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Rita Myers & Dianna Cervantes
Liza Robinson & Karen Northcutt
Barb Barton & Dina Genovese
Kari Holloway & Debbie Perry
Roxanne Matkin & Sue Colburn
GOLF
P L AY- A HOLE # By Corey Roberson, Director of Golf
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For the third edition of Play-A-Hole, we are sticking with our Par5 theme and will be discussing the often gettable #9. I say often gettable because #9 is our shortest Par-5 at Cordillera Ranch, however, it still has plenty of challenge. Most of our men play either the Blue tees or the Ranch tees. The Ranch tee is a combo of Blue & Silver, and on #9, the Ranch tee is played from the Blue markers. From this tee, it’s about 265 yards to clear the bunkers, it plays a little downhill, and the predominant wind is slightly helping and off the left. The smart play is to hit something less than 250 yards towards the left edge of the right bunker. In theory, this takes the left and right bunkers out of play but will leave you a longer shot into the green (about 235 yards to the front edge). For those who are accurate drivers and have a little speed, hitting driver can get you well past the bunkers but your landing area is only about 30 yards wide. With high risk comes great reward — going this route will leave you with less than 200 yards into the green. The 9th green can be plenty tricky but there’s always a good
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spot to miss depending on where the hole is located. Your second/third shot plays uphill to a narrow green with a false front. If the pin is on the left side of the green, it’s an easy up-and-down from the right bunker. Conversely, if the pin is on the right side of the green, you’ll want to error on the left side. If the pin is upfront, there’s not much room for error as we often see balls roll back down the fairway off the false front. As I’ve mentioned in previous articles, this is what I love about good Par-5s … the options. If you are laying up, you can either play it short of the two cross bunkers or play more aggressively up the right side to have a shorter third shot. It’s all about placement, knowing the angles, and playing to your strengths. If you play smart, you can closeout the front nine with a birdie. Corey Roberson is the Director of Golf at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. He can be reached at croberson@cordilleraranch.com and 830.336.4653.
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TENNIS
PICKLEBALL: A YEAR IN REVIEW By Joe De Luna, Director of Tennis and Pickleball
What a year it has been at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch Tennis and Pickleball Club! Despite the extreme temperatures this summer, the pickleball program continues to flourish with the addition of our six new LED lighted courts. Open play, lessons, clinics, camps and mixers are just the beginning of what is sure to be an awesome prelude to 2024. Pickleball 101 has been a great way to introduce the fastest growing sport in America to our members. Spearheaded by Director of Tennis and Pickleball, Joe De Luna, and Head Pickleball Professional, Alejandro Chong, this program has allowed so many new players to learn the game and eventually transition into more competitive play through our Open Play groups and Mixers. Pickleball 101 teaches members the basic stroke production, fundamentals of scoring, court positioning and strategy. As members progress in their skills and confidence, they transition into Open Play but often need to improve to keep up with more experienced players. This is where our intermediate and advanced clinics come in handy. Serving, dinking, drives and drop shots are all primary skills that our clinics focus on as well as court positioning, strategy and movement. Attending these clinics allows members to accelerate their learning curve and produce better results, which makes them more competitive and that makes pickleball more fun! This year we introduced some fun and competitive Mixers with other clubs in the San Antonio area. San Antonio Country
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Club, The Dominion Country Club and Fair Oaks have all visited The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch Pickleball courts. These Mixers provide new players for our members to play and compete against in a relaxed and beautiful Club setting. New friends are made, and numbers and contacts are exchanged as our Cordillera Ranch members network with other pickleball lovers from other clubs in our area. We partner with our fellow members and mix it up with players from the other clubs using different scoring formats, timed rounds and some random pairings, which allow for great variety of play for all levels. We look forward to these continued successful pickleball instruction and play days in 2024, and will explore new opportunities for our members to enjoy the fastest growing sport in the U.S. If you haven’t tried it, you need to! As always, stay strong and pickle on! Joe De Luna is the Director of Tennis and Pickleball at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. He can be reached at jdeluna@cordilleraranch.com and 830.336.9004.
WELLNESS
SUPERFOODS
AND A SIDE NOTE ON SMART HOLIDAY EATING By Tamra Christiansen, Director of Fitness and Wellness
We read so many articles on what not to eat. We talk so much about what foods to avoid for your best nutritional health, but I am going to zone in on what foods to eat for longevity, vitality and your best health. Many think the way to being lean is to do more exercise and chase the calories. I tell you this: you can’t out-exercise a bad diet. There is a gentleman on Instagram who demonstrates — literally demonstrates — how many miles he must run to burn off certain foods. It is great for perspective building, but not everyone can simply run off foods they have consumed. The same goes for holiday sweets: • 3 Musketeers Fun Size Bar = 15 minutes of jumping jacks • M&M’s Fun Size Bag = 9-minute step class • Slice of Pumpkin Pie = 35 minutes of jogging • Buttered Roll (who eats just one??) = 20 minutes of flag football You get the picture, right? That is a lot to feel guilty about and so many calories to chase after. I am here to talk about nutrition in a positive light: Superfoods! What makes them super? Their ability to give many nutrient-based benefits to the body all in one food. One of the best ways to bring our body to its optimal health is to incorporate superfoods into our daily delish. This term has been thrown around as a sales slogan for many years, so know that you will benefit from eating WHOLE FOODS verses the supplement slogans. While there are many wonderful and healthy supplements out there, beware of them adding a dash of a superfood and claiming it can help you.
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FIRST: WHY SUPERFOODS? We get much of what our body needs with the macronutrients (aka: macros) we eat. Those are protein, fat and carbohydrates. Superfoods give us the health boost we need for our gut health (this is a whole other article), which is the main pathway to physical and emotional health. Superfoods have micronutrients we need to carry out the many amazing functions our body performs every day. They also decrease inflammation, which is known to cause weight gain, increase the risk of cancer, create hormone imbalances and cause pain. It is also good to note that superfoods add beautifully to many recipes. • FERMENTED FOODS: Kimchi, sauerkraut, yogurt and pickles are examples of this superfood. Others are kefir, aged cheeses, non-heated fermented vegetables, kombucha and tempeh. These foods help boost good gut bacteria, which can combat depression, reduce blood pressure, assist in blood sugar control for diabetes and decrease inflammation. Fermented foods have been around for thousands of years, so they have proven their worth. Don’t be fooled by imposters such as beer, wine and soy sauces. Look for the foods listed above, plus the note that they contain live and active cultures. You can add these foods to dishes, such as sauerkraut on a salad or burger. • CRUCIFEROUS VEGETABLES: Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, arugula and more. These are rich in antioxidants as well as phytonutrients. These crunchy, fibrous vegetables contain folate and vitamins A, C and K. Benefits of these are seen with eating them twice a week or more. • GINGER & TURMERIC: Though these are fabulous alone, I pair them in my morning regimen. These also go great in
smoothies and on salads. Turmeric and ginger are known to work best together for their anti-inflammatory properties. This is why you find them in herbal teas and supplements. They add flavor to your dishes and bring health properties to your body. The Arthritis Foundation supports these as a supplement to relieving your joints. Ginger also has stomach-relieving properties, which is why you find ginger chews for relief of intestinal discomfort. Pregnant women use ginger and ginger tea to relieve morning sickness. One more: ginger has polyphenols that improve digestion by stimulating saliva production. After all, digestion begins in the mouth, not just the stomach. • BERRIES: Not only good for the skin, they are packed with polyphenols, anti-fungal and anti-microbial properties. The anthocyanins may reduce the risk of heart attack in women, and protect against cancer and diabetes. Raspberries are the healthiest due to their high fiber count and only have 5g of sugar per serving. I put a cacao dark chocolate chip in each raspberry for a beautiful and healthy dessert. Berries are easy to mix into a smoothie, top on Greek yogurt or Cordillera’s Chef Isaac has the Very Berry Smoothie that is fantastic and packed with good protein! • LEGUMES: Fiber is now considered one of the longevity factors of life in that it is associated with better digestion and gut bacteria, and improved metabolism. Soluble fiber in beans lowers LDL cholesterol (the bad cholesterol). It is like a broom that sweeps excess cholesterol out of the bloodstream. Being that we need about 35-40 grams of fiber a day, beans pack a whopping 8-10 grams in a serving at only 120 calories per serving. This is the perfect season for chili and lentil soup, or add them to salads. • HEMP SEEDS: This is a plant-based protein that has the rare characteristic of containing all nine essential amino acids. They have fiber, vitamin E and minerals such as potassium, magnesium, iron, zinc, manganese and copper. Hemp seeds can also easily be added to recipes and smoothies, or energy bites and oatmeal. • QUINOA: This ancient grain is so powerful, much like hemp seeds. Quinoa has almost 9g of complete protein per serving and almost 6g of fiber. I spoke of fiber before and this is an ingredient you can add to any recipe or simply eat it alone. It is showcased on Cordillera’s Ranch Fit menu, so try it out! • COFFEE: This superfood has gotten a bad rap in some arenas, but the benefits are so brilliant if consumed in the right amounts. 300mg per day is the max, but just 5-10 ounces per day has antioxidants, polyphenols and energy. Chlorogenic acid helps prevent vision loss, blindness and glaucoma. It is great alone or with a natural creamer and can also be added to smoothies. Be sure to drink it before 1:00pm, for it stays in your system for seven hours. Drinking coffee seven hours or less before your bedtime can cause sleep issues. Whether we eat some of these wonderful foods alone or in a recipe, make sure that you buy them organic. All bets are off in a superfood if it has been sprayed with pesticides. Here is a recipe that you can try your superfoods in:
BERRY QUINOA MUFFINS Heat oven to 325° F. Lightly coat a 12-cup muffin pan with organic cooking spray and dust with organic flour. INGREDIENTS: 3/4 c all-purpose flour (or gluten free flour) 1 c almond flour 1/4 c white quinoa (raw) 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp ground ginger 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp kosher salt 2 lg eggs, beaten 1 c organic plain whole-milk yogurt 1/4 c whole milk (or milk substitute) 1/3 c honey 2 6 oz. containers small raspberries DIRECTIONS: In large bowl, whisk together flours, quinoa, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, baking soda and salt. In medium bowl, whisk together eggs, yogurt, milk and honey. Fold egg mixture into flour mixture until just combined, then stir in raspberries. Pour batter into muffin-pan cups and bake until toothpick inserted into centers comes out clean, 15-20 minutes. Cool in pan for five minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely. NUTRITION PER MUFFIN: 174 calories 6 grams protein 4 grams fiber 10.5 grams sugar 7 grams fat, 1 gram saturated fat 34 grams cholesterol 203 grams sodium *Recipe from Prevention.com Tamra Christiansen is the Fitness and Wellness Director at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. She can be reached at tchristiansen@cordilleraranch.com and 830.336.9184.
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DINING
COCKTAILS FOR A SPIRITED HOLIDAY By Mike McCelland, Director of Food and Beverage
Hello from the Food and Beverage team here at the Club. 'Tis the season to celebrate! Whether you're marking Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa or gearing up for New Year's Eve, it's a time for festive gatherings with family and friends, and enjoying delightful specialty cocktails while showing off those skills of making the best drink. The one you brag about for years to come. We have compiled a selection of our top holiday cocktail recipes featuring seasonal twists on classics — warm and cozy concoctions perfect for chilly nights sitting on the back veranda, and sparkling libations to welcome the new year. Before we get into the holidays, make sure you have the essential tools in your home bar. Here are a few of the basics we recommend that every good bar should have: a cocktail shaker, jigger and bar spoon — you can find a comprehensive kit on Cocktail Kingdom, which is an industry go-to. Equally important is glassware. Be sure to stock up on beautiful rocks glasses, cocktail coupes and Collins glasses. The size of the glass will also play a key role for serving well-balanced cocktails. If your bar is looking a bit empty, worry not — we can help curate a well-balanced bar of spirits, mixers and garnishes to have your bar ready for the Good Life with family and friends here at Cordillera Ranch. Please know we are available to consult with you on your needs for your home bar. If assistance is needed, contact us here at the Club as we are happy to help. Here is our list of top holiday cocktails and recipes:
CHRISTMAS CAROL BARREL
Spiced Chocolate Syrup Ingredients: • 1/2 cup Dark Chocolate, chopped • 1/4 tsp Ground Cinnamon • A pinch of cayenne pepper
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CREAMY COQUITO CRUSH (BATCHED)
Ingredients: • 1 can (14 oz) Sweetened Condensed Milk • 1 can (12 oz) Evaporated Milk • 1 can (13.5 oz) Coconut Milk or Coconut Cream • 1 cup White Rum (adjust to taste) • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon • 1/2 tsp Ground Nutmeg • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract • A pinch of salt • Cinnamon sticks and grated nutmeg for garnish (optional) • Toasted coconut flakes for garnish (optional)
Ingredients: • 2 oz Reposado Tequila • 0.75 oz Coffee Liqueur (e.g., Kahlúa) • 0.5 oz Dry Curaçao • 1 oz Spiced Chocolate Syrup (see recipe below) • A dash of aromatic bitters • Orange peel and a cinnamon stick for garnish
Instructions for Spiced Chocolate Syrup: 1. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the dark chocolate. 2. Stir in the ground cinnamon and a pinch of cayenne pepper until well combined.
Instructions for Christmas Carol Barrel: 1. In a mixing glass, combine 2 oz of Reposado Tequila, 0.75 oz of Coffee Liqueur, 0.5 oz of Dry Curaçao and 1 oz of the prepared Spiced Chocolate Syrup. 2. Add a dash of aromatic bitters to the mixture. 3. Stir the ingredients in the mixing glass until well combined. 4. Fill a barrel-shaped glass or a rocks glass with ice. 5. Strain the cocktail mixture over the ice. 6. Express the oils from a fresh orange peel by giving it a good twist over the drink. 7. Garnish with a cinnamon stick for added aroma and presentation.
3. Remove from heat and allow the spiced chocolate syrup to cool to room temperature.
Instructions for Creamy Coquito Crush: 1. In a blender, combine 1 can of Sweetened Condensed Milk, 1 can of Evaporated Milk, 1 can of Coconut Milk or Cream, 1 cup of White Rum,
1 tsp of Ground Cinnamon, 1/2 tsp of Ground Nutmeg, 1 tsp of Vanilla Extract and a pinch of salt. 2. Blend the mixture until it's smooth and all the ingredients are well combined. 3. Taste the Creamy Coquito Crush and adjust the sweetness or rum level according to your preference. You can add more Condensed Milk for extra sweetness or more Rum for a stronger kick. 4. Pour the Creamy Coquito Crush into bottles or a large glass container with a lid. Refrigerate for a few hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the drink to chill thoroughly. 5. Before serving, give it a good shake or stir. Pour into small glasses or cups for serving. 6. Optionally, garnish with cinnamon sticks, grated nutmeg and toasted coconut flakes for added flavor and presentation.
GINGERBREAD OLD FASHIONED
Instructions for Gingerbread Old Fashioned: 1. Start by selecting a rocks glass or Old Fashioned glass for serving. 2. Fill the glass with ice cubes. You can use a large ice cube or several smaller ones. 3. Measure 2 oz of Rye Whiskey and pour it over the ice in the glass. 4. Measure 0.5 oz of Gingerbread Syrup (you can adjust the amount to your desired sweetness) and add it to the glass with the whiskey. 5. Add 2 dashes of Wormwood Bitters to the glass. Wormwood Bitters add a subtle herbal and aromatic complexity to the cocktail. 6. Take a bar spoon or cocktail stirrer and gently stir the mixture in the glass. Stirring helps to combine the ingredients and chill the cocktail. 7. Take a fresh orange peel and hold it over the glass, skin side facing the cocktail. Gently squeeze the peel to release its aromatic oils over the drink. This will add a burst of citrus aroma to the cocktail. 8. Optionally, you can drop the twisted orange peel into the glass for added flavor. It also serves as an elegant garnish.
NUTTY NOGG DELIGHT Ingredients: • 2 oz Brown Butter and Cinnamon Fat-Washed Bourbon (see recipe below) • 1 oz Amontillado Sherry • 1 oz Almond Milk • 1 oz Cream • 1 Egg • Freshly grated nutmeg for garnish Brown Butter and Cinnamon FatWashed Bourbon Ingredients: • 1 cup Bourbon • 2 tbls Browned Butter (browned and cooled) • 1 Cinnamon Stick Ingredients: • 2 oz Rye Whiskey • 0.5 oz Gingerbread Syrup • 2 dashes Wormwood Bitters • Orange zest for garnish
Instructions for Fat-Washing Bourbon: 1. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat until it starts to brown and give off a nutty aroma. Remove from heat and let it cool.
2. In a separate container, combine 1 cup of bourbon with 2 tablespoons of cooled brown butter and a cinnamon stick. 3. Let the mixture infuse at room temperature for a few hours or overnight. The fat from the butter will rise to the top. Once infused, place it in the freezer until the fat is solidified. 4. Remove the solidified fat from the bourbon and strain the liquid through a fine mesh strainer or coffee filter to remove any remaining particles. Instructions for Nutty Nogg Delight: 1. In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 oz of the Brown Butter and Cinnamon Fat-Washed Bourbon, 1 oz of Amontillado Sherry, 1 oz of Almond Milk, 1 oz of Cream and 1 whole egg. 2. Dry shake (shake without ice) vigorously to emulsify the egg and create a rich, frothy texture. 3. Add ice to the shaker and shake again until well chilled. 4. Strain the cocktail into a chilled rocks glass or coupe. 5. Garnish with freshly grated nutmeg on top and enjoy! Mike McClellan is the Director of Food and Beverage at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. He can be reached at mmcclellan@ cordilleraranch.com and 210.717.2146.
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TA S T E !
CELLAR CLUB
taste noun /tãst/
:the sensation of flavor perceived in the mouth and throat on contact with a substance.
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BUBBLES & BIG
REDS
For this installment of Taste, I would like to invite everybody to our annual Wine Extravaganza — “Bubbles & Big Reds” edition. This year it will be on the 21st of November from 6:00 to 8:30pm. By Jeffrey M. Cohen, CMS, Wine Specialist
This will be the biggest one to date, and the best as well. We have secured Portfolio Owners, Suppliers and Importers along with my sales representatives to give you as much knowledge as possible. We will have live music, and Chef Isaac will hit the food out of the park! My preliminaries show that we will have Sparkling Wines and Big Reds from a multitude of countries, and of course wines from up and down California. For you first timers, this is an incredible way to meet other wine lovers, a great time to stock your cellars and, lastly, a perfect opportunity to purchase gifts for your loved ones, friends and employees. These are some of the finest wines on the market! If you have not signed up for the Cellar Club yet, you can certainly sign up at the event. It is only $35 a month to receive all your savings. Remember to make your reservations because this event always sells out! Happy Holidays, Jeffrey M. Cohen Jeffrey M. Cohen, CMS, is the Wine Specialist/Beverage Manager at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. He can be reached at jcohen@cordilleraranch.com and 210.677.9234.
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OUTDOORS
GUN CLUB INSTALLS
NEW RANGE & TRAPS
The Gun Club at Cordillera Ranch just got a bit more fun for outdoor enthusiasts! We are in process of installing an addition to our handgun range — a new 50-yard berm for small bore and tactical training. We have also added two new traps to our Wobble, 5-Stand and Flush field for a total of nine. The Gun Club provides a fantastic Hill Country venue with a beautiful sporting clay course, shotgun range, rifle range and handgun range, as well as instruction and competitions. Organized hunting trips provide members with the opportunity to participate in these Texas traditions, with the meeting place literally minutes from their own backyards. By Shane Reynolds, Outdoor Recreation Director and Outfitter season in late September. Duck season opens the first weekend of November, along with deer season, so many of our members and their guests have been preparing by visiting the Gun Club.
5-STAND
The Gun Club is no stranger to activity. On any given week, the secluded creek canyon on 200 beautiful acres hosts members and their guests for fun shotgun shooting, zeroing in rifles, target practice on the handgun range or some fun steel target shooting on our rifle range. On average the Gun Club has activity four to five days per week. A lot of our members start their day out with some ballistic therapy by throwing some lead downrange. What is ballistic therapy? … Shooting at things to relieve stress. This mostly includes handguns, shotguns and rifles. The bigger the bang or the boom, the more the stress will be relieved. Targets may include clay pigeons, steel plates or whatever you bring out that causes you stress and can be safely shot downrange. Our primary Outfitter staff, Jake Panknin, along with our other staff have been busy lately getting shotgun enthusiasts ready for some wing shooting as hunting season has recently opened in Texas. Members, along with our Outfitter staff, have been dove hunting in South Texas and enjoyed a really strong early teal
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The clay target game of 5-Stand is very similar to Sporting Clays in that a wide variety of targets are thrown in an effort to simulate situations commonly encountered when hunting upland game and waterfowl. The 5-Stand is a great way to get a Sporting Clays-like experience in a small amount of space, with very little walking. No two 5-Stand ranges are exactly alike, but they have one thing in common: There are five “stands” or stations from which you shoot. You can shoot our 5-Stand course with one to five shooters, making the 5-Stand a great group activity. The 5-Stand has nine traps, each of which throws a different target. Participants shoot in turn at each of the five stands and various combinations of targets are thrown from the traps. Our Outfitter staff will advise the shooter of the sequence of targets so they know what to expect, and our staff will have the ability to change the menu set so shooters can experience a wide variety of scenarios. In the game of 5-Stand, you shoot at five targets from each of the five stations, for a total of 25 shots per round. It is a great range to get “tuned up” for your hunting endeavors. The Gun Club also hosts a myriad of educational courses throughout the year. For the past fifteen years, we have trained over 500 members and their guests in the Texas License to Carry program. We also offer many different types of handgun training classes that focus on self-defense, home defense and situational awareness. Be on the lookout for all the offerings at the Gun Club in our weekly Outdoor Recreation email to members. Shane Reynolds is the Outdoor Recreation Director & Outfitter at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. He can be reached at outfitter@cordilleraranch.com and 210.616.6051, or at the Cordillera Ranch Outfitter Center at 830.336.4823.
CLUB HIGHLIGHTS
IT’S BEGINNING TO LOOK A LOT LIKE …
HOLIDAY SEASON AT CORDILLERA RANCH!
We will provide all of the icing, gumdrops, peppermints and candy galore for you to make the perfect gingerbread house. A breakfast buffet is included as well. Plus, even better, we will do all of the clean-up!
Breakfast with Santa Saturday, December 9 Reserved Seating at 9:00am & 12:00pm
By Megan Soltis, Communications & Family Events Manager
There’s no place like home and Cordillera Ranch for the holidays. Prepare to be dazzled as we transform the Clubhouse into a magical wonderland full of enchanting trees, decorated garland, vast wreaths and more. Whether you want to indulge in our scrumptious Thanksgiving Day Buffet, take a special walk or run around the Ranch at our Turkey Trot & Stuffing Stroll, or get in the Christmas spirit with our Gingerbread House Decorating Party and Breakfast with Santa, these cherished family traditions at Cordillera Ranch will make everyone’s holiday season merry and bright.
Thanksgiving Day Brunch & To-Go Thursday, November 23 Reserved Seatings, 11:00am to 1:30pm Let us do the cooking for you on Thanksgiving Day, whether you come to the Club and enjoy a delicious meal made by our exceptional culinary team or take home a full Thanksgiving Day feast with our To-Go offerings. We will have all of the traditional Thanksgiving Day fare. All you need to do is eat and enjoy!
Turkey Trot & Stuffing Stroll Friday, November 24 9:30am After you indulge in all of the delicious food on Thanksgiving Day, walk or run it off at our Turkey Trot & Stuffing Stroll! You can either run a 5k totaling 3.1 miles or walk a 1.5-mile trail for a shorter route. Both tracks will let you see some of the
wonderful neighborhoods of Cordillera Ranch. Breakfast foods and snacks will be available for replenishment after the race. The whole family is welcome, and we mean the whole family … including pets and strollers!
Gingerbread House Decorating Saturday, December 2 Reserved Seating at 9:00am & 12:00pm Calling all kids and expert gingerbread house decorators! This is a gingerbread house decorating party you don’t want to miss. The houses are pre-built, but it’s up to you to decorate them however you’d like.
Santa Claus and his reindeer are making a special trip to Cordillera Ranch just a few weeks before he and his elves get ready for the big day! He is stopping by to visit all the kiddos and ask them what they would like to get in their stockings and under the tree for Christmas! Be sure to dress in your holiday best as Santa will be taking photos with everyone. There will be singing and dancing to Christmas songs and, of course, a delicious breakfast crafted by Executive Chef Isaac Cantu and his culinary team. Plus, parents and grandparents can enjoy mimosas and live entertainment by Peter Gloria while the children make arts & crafts and reindeer food! All Club events require advance reservations and a 48-hour cancellation policy. Please contact the Club receptionist at receptionist@cordillera ranch.com or 830.336.9000, or you may reserve your spot through the Cordillera Ranch mobile app or online at ClubsofCordilleraRanch.com. Megan Soltis is the Communications & Family Events Manager at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. She can be reached at 830.336.9172 and msoltis@cordilleraranch.com.
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MEMBER SERVICES
10 HOLIDAY GIFTS AT THE CLUB By Megan Soltis, Communications & Family Events Manager
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!
10. MASSAGE OR FACIAL You cannot go wrong with this gift! Our Club Masseuses, Lisa Geiman, Amanda Rebollar and Oksana Robertson, will massage any stress away, “knotty or nice.” Get these gift certificates for the existing pricing before the price increase in January. 60-minute treatment for $90 (value of $100) or 90-minute treatment for $125 (value of $135). Due to the high demand, Massage Gift Certificates are limited to 10 per member and only available to the member that the certificate is issued to. If you want to pamper yourself, a friend or family member with a facial, get a Cordillera Classic Facial Gift Certificate for $120 ($145 value!). Facial Gift Certificates are limited to 10 per member, and are for the designated member only.
9. 5-STAND AND FLUSH SHOTGUN PACKAGE The 5-Stand and Flush Shotgun Package at the Gun Club accommodates a group of two to four shooters and includes shotguns, shells and six rounds (150 birds) on the 5-Stand and Flush field for $150 (value of $220).
8. PILATES This package is perfect for anyone new to the world of Pilates — a system of exercises that helps strengthen, stretch, balance and tone the body. The package includes three private Pilates training sessions with Pilates professional Ronnie White for $225 (value of $255). Available to new clients only.
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7. CAMPING OUTING
6. PERSONAL FITNESS TRAINING
Plan a Camping Trip with your family or friends. This package accommodates a
A great way to start a New Year’s resolution is with this gift.
group of four to six and includes all camping equipment, reservation service, set-
This package includes five one-hour personal training sessions with
up and strike equipment at campsite, and firewood so you can enjoy a beautiful
professional trainer Tamra Christiansen, Kelly Vizzone, Kevin Durio or
evening under the stars at the river park at Cordillera Ranch. $235 (value of $372).
Val McLeod for $350 (value of $425).
4. GUN CLUB EXPERIENCE Have you wanted to try out everything the Gun Club has to offer? Give someone the gift of discovery with this full range experience. This certificate is good for one to four people, includes all guns and ammo, and you’ll get to experience our shotgun range, rifle range and handgun range for $150 (value $208).
5. TENNIS AND PICKLEBALL LESSONS Do you have a tennis or pickleball enthusiast in your life? Treat them to five lessons from any of our pros, Joe De Luna, Brad Hill or Alejandro Chong, for $375 (value $450).
3. 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.
2. FISHING TRIP ON THE GUADALUPE RIVER 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 $400 (value $450).
1. KAYAK FISHING TRIP ON THE DEVILS RIVER This spectacular river is the best in Texas by far! Any angler and
These special offers must be purchased by December 23, 2023, and ALL EXPIRE December 31, 2024.
adventurer would love to spend four nights on this bass fishing outing. $850 per person (value of $975). Please contact Shane Reynolds for any questions regarding this trip.
Please contact Megan Soltis to purchase any of these great gift certificates.Megan is the Communications & Family Events Manager at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. She can be reached at msoltis@cordilleraranch.com and 830.336.9172.
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CUTTING EDGE DENTISTRY IN BOERNE
By Kimberly Suta
Dr. Kurt Mackie has been on a journey his entire career, to not just perform dentistry and create beautiful smiles, but to transform lives. He offers an array of services and advanced technologies, as well as comprehensive reconstructive dentistry.
“After dental school, I started my career in Public Health dentistry in Harlingen, Texas. Once my service was complete, I opened my private practice where I focused on complex dentistry cases for the past 35 years,” said Dr. Mackie. Like so many before him, he was lured to Boerne by the majestic rolling hills of the Texas Hill Country and the exceptional community of Cordillera Ranch. “In 2015, my wife and I moved to Boerne where I opened a new practice because I love what I do and wanted to continue to help people,” said Dr. Mackie. Dr. Mackie is not only a star to his patients, but a valuable mentor to young dentists skyrocketing in the field. One such dentist, Dr. Grace Zhang, sought him out after she attended one of his lectures. At the time, she was working at the San Antonio Medical School in the department of Neurology with a PhD in Neuroscience. She now mentors associates with Dr. Mackie several times a week. “Recent graduates are coming out of school with the minimal basic tools needed making it difficult for patients to access comprehensive and complex treatments. I’ve made it my passion to pass along my knowledge and skillset so these dentists can continue the work on complex reconstructive cases,” he shared. “It’s rewarding watching them grow and learn, and seeing their success. This is my way of giving back to a profession that has meant so much to me.” Additionally, Dr. Mackie has been experimenting with the benefits of red-light therapy to alleviate pain and heal tissues in the mouth, addressing
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inflammation and destruction. He even has a patent pending on an oral appliance using red-light therapy that he’s currently running a clinical trial on.
EMS GUIDED BIOFILM THERAPY (GBT) It may sound like a Sci-Fi film, but thankfully, it’s real and it’s for your optimal oral hygiene. According to Dr. Mackie, GBT is an alternative to a traditional teeth cleaning. It’s a more modern approach to dental care that is a systematic and highly effective method for dental plaque (also known as biofilm) removal. If you’re looking to prevent cavities and gum disease, then GBT is for you! Imagine a very gentle and painless sandblaster that thoroughly air polishes your teeth and gums. “We use erythritol and the micro crystals stay in your mouth for up to 21 days, controlling and killing harmful bacteria,” he elaborated.
RECONSTRUCTION Dr. Kurt Mackie Dentistry has the capability of doing full teeth and mouth reconstruction. The equipment he uses can make up to 14 temporary crowns in a day, using a state-of-the-art 3D
BEFORE RECONSTRUCTION
AFTER RECONSTRUCTION
panoramic x-ray and a CEREC machine, which is a system that uses computer assisted design. It’s essentially a 3D printer for permanent and provisional teeth. “The temporaries are actually beautiful interim restorations made out of acrylic, until we make the permanents out of ceramics,” he noted.
GUARD THERAPY
If you suffer from sleep apnea, TMJ or a variety of other related issues, you’ll be happy to learn that Dr. Mackie offers Guard Therapy to assist. They call it Sleep Dentistry — it’s what dentists do to help people with sleep problems. In this instance, Dr. Mackie and his superb staff use the same x-ray process as mentioned above, as well as a TAP, or a Thornton Anterior Positioner, which brings the lower jaw forward while sleeping to hold open the airway for enhanced breathing. “I build bite guards that are hard and built for the individual’s skeletal bite to stop nocturnal destructive forces. This helps to control problems like headaches and neck aches, and bone breakdown around the teeth” he described. Cordillera Ranch resident, Sara Hill, sought Dr. Mackie’s help after years of frustration, and thousands of dollars spent
on dental work, saying, “Dr. Mackie immediately identified my problem and fitted me with a night guard. Since becoming a patient in 2016, I’ve been pain-free and dental-work procedure-free! I spent a lifetime with sensitive teeth, having root-canals, crowns and even extractions, and Dr. Mackie completely changed that trajectory for me. He is a seasoned professional with so much knowledge of oral health, and he continues to implement the latest and greatest technology into his practice. As dramatic as it may sound, I truly feel Dr. Mackie changed my life!” Interestingly, Dr. Mackie conducts primary research on dental-related sleep issues to identify his patients’ problems. For example, he records sleep sessions to determine causes such as TMJ grinding and sleep apnea. Evidently, sleep apnea requires a different appliance. “I do use a Pulse-Ox to get a base line of how patients are breathing at night on their own and then I use a TAP appliance, which lets people breath more efficiently on their own. The TAP was created by Dr. Keith Thornton, who has over 35 patents proving to the FDA that he can get people off of CPAP machines safely. If you’ve been dreaming of a good night’s sleep for a while now, then maybe it’s time to visit Boerne’s premier community dentist for this and any other dental needs you may have.
RECLAIM YOUR BEAUTIFUL SMILE Your new dental experience begins with a thorough hour-long evaluation
to assess the condition of your mouth and teeth, what’s causing the problems and discuss your goals. Next, Dr. Mackie creates a plan to correct the problems, even in extreme cases that are not just cosmetic. These are truly life-changing treatments for hundreds of patients year after year and all of the necessary equipment needed for these advanced treatments is located right in Dr. Mackie’s office in Boerne. Oral surgeons are available as needed. To make the process as easy and seamless as possible, Dr. Mackie’s office helps with insurance filings. Feel free to call and give them your insurance information and they will find out if you’re qualified. “I have patients that travel from the Rio Grande Valley, 350 miles away. They do this because of the relationship we have. I’ve repaired their decimated dentition and it has held up for 20 to 30 years because it’s engineered the right way and they want me to continue to maintain it,” he said. It’s clear Dr. Mackie’s success as a dentist stems from his genuine concern for people — both his patients and fellow industry professionals. His relationship-based practice is most certainly the key to his longevity and the longevity of the teeth he builds and maintains. When it comes to something as important as oral care, there’s nothing more satisfying than finding a master in his field who also has a giant heart!
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CORDILLERA CARES
CORDILLERA CARES: HELPING FAMILIES HAVE A WONDERFUL CHRISTMAS By Brianna Botine, Director of Membership & Lodging
BLUE SANTA IS COMING!
FALL CLOTHING DRIVE Cordillera Cares has a close working relationship with Hill Country Family Services, and the mutual support has been very beneficial. Recently, we reached out to Cordillera Ranch residents and staff to donate new and gently used clothing to support their resale shop, Random Hangers. And boy did everybody show up! We collected a trailer full of donations. Random Hangers has some great finds, so the next time you are in Boerne, stop by and take a look at their merchandise at 118 West Advogt. The children’s clothing will be sold at Fabulous Finds Thrift Store at 934 N. School St. to support Kendall County Women’s Shelter. The staff at both stores were thrilled to receive this large and quality donation. If you have more to donate, please consider these two great organizations who serve so many in our county who are in crisis. You can find more information at HCFSTX.org and KCWSTexas.org.
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In 2022, Cordillera Cares partnered with the Kendall County Sheriff’s Foundation Blue Santa program. Last year, 575 children received new Christmas toys with the assistance of the Kendall County Sheriff’s office, local businesses and individuals. Cordillera Cares was honored to have supplied every one of those children with a Christmas stocking full of age-appropriate toys thanks to the donations of our Club members and staff. We also had an overwhelming response from residents and employees volunteering their time to help stuff stockings and distribute at the Blue Santa event. This year, the Blue Santa program is looking to expand their support to include children in Comfort, Boerne’s neighboring town. Our new goal for 2023 will be to sponsor 700 stockings! On Wednesday, November 29, Cordillera Cares will be accepting donations from all who wish to sponsor stockings. Each stocking will be stuffed with at least $25 worth of toys, socks, winter hats, puzzles, games and goodies based on age group and gender. This will be Cordillera Cares’ largest philanthropic project of the year. We look forward to all the camaraderie we will enjoy through shopping, stuffing, sponsoring
and supporting these Kendall County kids and the Sheriff’s Foundation. Please join us at our annual Ugly Christmas Sweater Gold Rush on Wednesday, November 29 from 5:30 to 7:30pm in the Main Clubhouse lobby to pledge stockings for children this holiday season! SPONSOR STOCKINGS - $25 EACH
SANTA’S WORKSHOP – STOCKING STUFFING! We need elves to stuff all these stockings! We will have multiple times and days for stuffing at the Cordillera Ranch Visitors Center. Watch for Club Members emails or contact us.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT YOUR CORDILLERA CARES COMMITTEE AT: Victoria DeRocher, vderocher@dhinv.com Kathi Spink, kspink@cordilleraranch.com Amy Schoemaker, aschoemaker@dhinv.com Brianna Botine, bbotine@cordilleraranch.com Brynn Steele, bsteele@cordilleraranch.com Brianna Botine is the Director of Membership & Lodging at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. She can be reached at bbotine@cordilleraranch.com and 830.336.9162.
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COMMUNITY
IMPACTING OUR COMMUNITY THROUGH THE ARTS BOERNE PERFORMING ARTS ANNOUNCES ITS 2024 SEASON. Courtesy of Boerne Performing Arts
By exposing our youth to the performing arts, we are creating an appreciation that the next generation will carry forward. Dance illusionists and daring acrobats, brass ensembles and rhythmic drums, tap, tenors and tangos, and Phantom serenades — all of these and more award-winning, world-class performers from around the globe have made their way through Boerne, Texas. It all began in June of 2011, when a group of likeminded locals set out to bring world-renowned performing arts to our Hill Country community. A short nine months later, Boerne Performing Arts’ (BPA) first three-concert season and inaugural FOR KIDS outreach program was a huge success. Now in its 12th season, board member, artistic director and one of the original founders, Cathie Meadows, said, “We believed Boerne was ready for this. It would benefit so many people and improve our quality of life.” It takes thousands of volunteer hours to make it all happen, and the dedicated team of 100+ comes from all walks of life, including businesses, churches, non-profits and schools. From negotiating performers, fundraising and managing the FOR KIDS program to ushering, marketing and providing backstage artist hospitality, everyone has BPA’s mission in mind. The Boerne Independent School District has also played a vital role in the organization’s success. Through their partnership, all performances take place in the 985-seat Champion AuditoTime for Three
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rium at Boerne-Samuel V. Champion High School, a state-ofthe-art facility, commended for its acoustics, design and access to the school’s rehearsal facilities. In turn, BPA has hosted more than 35,000 students in its FOR KIDS program where students get to experience live concerts by the touring artists during special matinee performances, and secondary students can participate in Master Classes taught by the performers. This season, more than 3,000 students in grades 3-5 and secondary schools will participate. Shari Elia, a Cordillera Ranch resident who has served on the BPA board for almost two years, recalled the kids’ excitement during FOR KIDS performances: “It's always great to watch the FOR KIDS performances and Master Classes. It really touches our students in very unique, and sometimes very memorable ways. The kids were wiggling in their seats at the stunning acrobatics of the Peking Acrobats, and the intricate sword play of the Royal Dance Academy fascinated the boys, in particular! The Four Phantoms offered a Master Class to our Boerne and Champion High students, and shared very transparent and personal experiences about their lives as professional singers. It was a unique and eye-opening experience for these kids to be able to dialogue directly with these very accomplished, worldclass performers.” Shari has also done her homework to determine the impact that exposure to the arts has on both kids and communities. Citing statistics from the Texas Cultural Trust, she shared, “Texas students who are highly engaged in the arts are between 34% and 112% more likely to earn an exceptional score on standardized tests vs students who are minimally engaged. Exposure to the arts teaches our kids collaboration and communication skills, positive behaviors such as kindness, sharing and empathy, and life skills that come from practice, persistence and patience. As a
needed to raise $30K in donations from new patrons, and Kronkosky would match with $30K. We achieved our goal, which resulted in a total of $60K that was used for expenses incurred for the FOR KIDS outreach program, provided at no cost to Boerne ISD students. We are super excited about our relationship with Kronkosky!” exclaimed Shari. Roxanne added, “We encourage all those living in Cordillera and the surrounding community to take the opportunity to attend performances, and support our local arts initiatives. By doing so, you will not only be enriched by what you experience, but you will help make the arts affordably and conveniently available to all in our community.” Season tickets enable fans to reserve tickets and preferred seats for shows beginning December 7, 2023, with the holiday musical opener Time for Three, a recent Grammy award-winning ensemble with an unusual blend of classical music, Americana and singer-songwriter styles expressed through violin, double bass and vocals. January 27, 2024, brings the start of the regular season with an evening of a cappella arrangements and layers of vocal lyrics and rhythms performed by the five-time Grammy Award-winning group The Swingles. It promises to be an evening filled with gorgeous musicality and vocal dexterity to impress and amaze you. Drum Tao makes a thunderous appearance on February 27, 2024, entertaining audiences with Japanese drums, harps and flutes in a powerful exhibition of this ancient art where athleticism meets rhythm and music in a visually stunning performance. Garnering new fans everywhere they go, whether it be performing for English royalty or Texas arts lovers, George Hinchliffe’s Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain will bring their unique sound on April 22, 2024, and will show audiences just how entertaining the sometimes-overlooked ukulele can be! For the future, Cathie and the BPA team will uphold the Boerne Performing Arts mission of continuing to impact our community and schools, saying “As in every area, the pandemic brought challenges for the performing arts. We are working to fill our auditorium once again, finding new ways to reach the next generation of concert goers.” BPA is a 100% volunteer-driven 501 (c)3 non-profit organization. Thanks to George Hinchliffe's Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain the continued financial support of Boerne Performing Arts’ patrons and corporate sponsors, season ticket prices for the 2024 season remain unchanged from their prior levels. Corporate sponsorships are available for local businesses interested in marketing and advertising opportunities with Boerne Performing Arts. For corporate sponsorships, contact Paula White at paulawhite107@gmail.com.
board member and Cordillera Ranch resident, I am very proud of the work we do to bring Boerne Performing Arts to our kids and community!” During the 2024 season, 5th grade students will see Time for Three, and middle schoolers and high schoolers will experience their Master Class; 3rd grade students will be wowed by Drum Tao; and George Hinchliffe’s Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain will entertain 4th grade students. “Every year, we arrange Master Classes where students can actually be instructed by these professional artists. Where else but Boerne? This is an amazing opportunity for students and for the Fine Arts programs of our schools,” added Cathie. There are many factors involved in performance selections each season, and BPA has established relationships with agents, based mostly in New York, who understand the interests and demographics of Boerne audiences. “I believe it is most important that we provide a season with a variety of different shows, all of which must be appropriate for students, families and our community. Every year we bring in talent from all over the world. There could also be artists from the U.S., but they are world-renowned,” explained Cathie. Roxanne and Scott Matkin are new BPA board members but they are not new to the organization. They have been attending performances since they lived in San Antonio, prior to moving to Cordillera Ranch in 2020. “My husband and I both enjoy the arts — from vocal, to instrumental, to dance and dramatic plays. The BPA provides access (to our audiences as well as our students) to a wide repertoire of performing arts, at a very reasonable price, in a beautiful and local venue,” said Roxanne. Partnerships with organizations such as Boerne Independent School District, Boerne Kendall County Economic Development Corporation, the City of Boerne, Greater Boerne Chamber of Commerce and the Boerne Convention and Visitors Bureau, and community and individual sponsorships like their longstanding relationship with Cordillera Ranch has sustained BPA and continues to be the driving force behind this uniquely Boerne treasure. Funding from sources like the Kronkosky Foundation’s $30K Challenge grant is one example. “The conditions were that BPA Drum Tao
For more information on BPA’s 2023-2024 season, ticket purchases and how to become a patron, visit www.BoernePerformingArts.com or email info@boerneperformingarts.com.
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LIFESTYLE
LIGHT THE WAY By Ann Koehler
With millions of twinkling lights, our lovely Texas Hill Country and nearby San Antonio glows brilliantly during the holiday season. Holiday extravaganzas with spectacular lighting displays, entertainment and more than a month of events fitting for all ages draw visitors from around the world. Begin in our very own Boerne and venture out to experience S.A. Foodie
dazzling holiday lights and meaningful family activities.
HILL COUNTRY Holidays in Boerne HolidaysInBoerne.com Boerne’s Hill Country Mile is the setting for four weekends of holiday celebrations beginning with Dickens on Main, held each Thanksgiving weekend, November 24-25 this year. Main Street is transformed into a vintage wonderland with beautiful holiday lights, four “villages,” live performances, kids’ activities, food and craft vendors and, of course, snow! Shops and restaurants stay open late for this special event, from 4:00 to 9:00pm each night. The following weekend is themed Weinachts in Boerne: A Magical Family Tradition, December 1-2. On Friday and Saturday, participate in the Stocking Stroll, a ticketed event that takes you browsing through Boerne’s lovely shops from 10:00am to 5:00pm. On Saturday, Boerne hosts the annual Weihnachts Parade, where shops will once again stay open late as more than 100 lighted floats make their way down beautiful Main Street from 6:00 to 8:00pm. A Toast to Olde Town Weekend, December 8-10, highlights all things local with shopping, dining, wassail tasting, caroling, live music and special pop-up markets. Friday night is Movie Night in Main Plaza at 7:45pm. On Saturday, the celebration continues with the addition of Santa visits and the annual Christmas Market in Main Plaza that runs through Sunday, from 10:00am to 4:00pm. Bring the kids for a weekend full of Christmas fun at Kinder Fest, December 15-17. On this child-friendly weekend, everyone is encouraged to show off their ugly Christmas sweaters, and activities include cookie crawls, visits with Santa, scavenger hunts and a Cowboy Christmas Market in Main Plaza on Saturday and Sunday from 10:00am to 4:00pm.
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Boerne’s Parade of Lights Ci.Boerne.Tx.US/568/Parade-of-Lights Boerne businesses and residents really get in the holiday spirit. Lucky for us! Visit their website for a map, and spend a fun evening driving around town and marveling at the elaborate lighting displays. Lights come on December 1-January 1.
Old West Christmas Light Fest ChristmasLightFest.com At Enchanted Springs Ranch in Boerne, the Old West town gets bedazzled with walkthrough light tunnels, a children’s maze, live music, food trucks, s’mores making and all kinds of fun family activities. Open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 5:00 to 10:00 beginning Thanksgiving weekend through December 23, and daily the week before Christmas.
Christmas Lights at the Crumbling Castle CrumblingCastleLights.com Just north of Boerne, more than 30 acres of drive-thru holiday lights include lighted sculptures, holiday scenes, a light tunnel and thousands of twinkling lights wrapped around trees. Bring your hot chocolate, cookies and cozy blankets for this one. It’s a feel-good holiday experience without ever leaving your car. Open daily, November 17-January 1 from 6:00 to 10:00pm.
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Fredericksburg’s Christmas Night of Lights
Christmas in Comfort ComfortChamber.com It’s a day full of shopping, eating and holiday merriment with more than 125 vendor booths and activities in addition to Comfort’s charming shops and restaurants. Then stay for the parade on High Street. November 25, 10:00am to 9:00pm; parade starts at 7:00pm.
VisitFredericksburgTx.com German traditions abound during Weihnachtszeit, or Christmas season, in Fredericksburg with a nightly lighting of the town’s Christmas Tree and 26-foot-tall German Christmas Pyramid beginning November 21 through January 7 at 6:00pm (except December 1 & 31). The Light the Night Christmas Parade down Main Street takes place on December 1 at 6:30pm, and there are more than a dozen other holiday events throughout December.
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Lights Spectacular in Johnson City LightsSpectacular.com The Blanco Courthouse alone has 100,000 lights. Add that to the millions of lights of local homes, businesses, churches and the Pedernales Electric Co-op’s lighted forest, and you’ll understand why NASA has reported seeing this from space! Start the day exploring galleries, wineries, distilleries and great restaurants, then grab a walking tour map from their website and enjoy this free nighttime lighting event. The lights come on nightly at 7:00pm beginning November 24.
SAN ANTONIO The World-Famous Holiday Lights on the River Walk TheSanAntonioRiverWalk.com More than 100,000 twinkling lights drape from the cypress trees that line the River Walk in downtown San Antonio. New this year, spectacular lighting was added to 50 cypresses, underwater lights shine upwards and illuminate several footbridges, and the island near the Convention Center blooms with 5 to 6-foot lighted flowers, butterflies and more. More light installations can be found in the Pearl District. Lights turn on November 24-January 7 from 5:30pm to 8:30am, nightly.
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Lightscape at San Antonio Botanical Gardens SABOT.org Extravagant artist-designed light installations line the Garden’s lake — think fields of lighted bluebonnets, hundreds of brightly lit red poppy flowers suspended from the tree canopy, a tunnel of 13-foot LED hearts, flickering lanterns and more. Open November 17-January 1, with timed tickets beginning at 5:15pm.
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SAZoo.org Larger-than-life lighted displays span miles of twinkling wildlife trails. Sleigh through the 124-foot light tunnel, explore an outdoor museum of illuminated animal portraits, ride a camel and hang with Santa. This event is included with admission, November 19-January 1, sundown to closing.
HOME TOUR
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C RAFTSMANSHIP BEYOND COMPARE By Drew Henry
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45 Sotol Lane Front Elevation
Todd Glowka believes in building completely custom homes from the studs out, creating everything from dual home office suites to 12-car garages. As one would expect, his new spec development at 45 Sotol Lane in The Springs of Cordillera Ranch is anything but ordinary. CordilleraRanchLiving.com | 63
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“We don’t build the same house twice — everything is completely custom every time,” said Todd Glowka, President and Certified Graduate Master Builder of Todd Glowka Builder, Inc. Going on its 24th year in business,Todd Glowka Builder is an award-winning boutique firm known for luxury home builds, white-glove service and unsurpassed attention to detail. “Our team only takes on eight to 10 projects max per year,” explained Glowka. “The homes we’re building range from 4,500 to 20,000 square feet of living space. These are expansive homes with highly custom details, and we want to devote attention to our clients every step of the way.” It’s easy to see why Todd Glowka Builder is a Preferred Builder at Cordillera Ranch. “When you work with us, we take you through every step of the process from start to finish for a truly tailored experience,” continued Glowka. “We’ve been building in the Ranch for over 20 years. We know the area and have developed strong relationships with the team to deliver a seamless experience to the client.” Helping clients hone in on exactly what they want, Director of
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Client Relations Lauren Iler leads clients through the early design stages. “The design phase is about a 6-month process,” said Glowka. “We guide the client through every step at no cost.” These early phases include pre-selecting finishes to securing the most accurate bids and keeping projects on track. Glowka’s team also secures premier architects and interior designers best suited for each unique project. “Our clients are very involved from the start. Many are familiar with the home building process and know exactly what they want and need,” said Glowka, adding, “We pride ourselves in designing from the ground up, working in a range of styles from Transitional to Hill Country to Mediterranean.” For the team, quality design and construction go hand-in-
hand. “While I love building in Cordillera Ranch and the Boerne area, I learned to build homes in the Lake Travis and Austin metro,” explained Glowka. “The building codes in these areas are very advanced, and I’ve carried that standard into my projects here.” Glowka’s homes feature optimized energy efficiency, thermal performance, framing and weatherproofing for a solid build. Glowka continued, “My favorite part of the build process is framing. Everything else falls into place when you have a solid foundation and frame.”
BREAKING GROUND AT 45 SOTOL LANE … “We’re very excited to break ground on our latest project,” said Glowka. “It’s going to be an amazing property.” Taking the opportunity to work in a new style, Glowka and his team used Santa Barbara architecture as inspiration for the 45 Sotol Lane spec house, located in The Springs of Cordillera Ranch. “We wanted to do something different,” said Glowka. “There’s not a lot of West Coast-influenced architecture in Cordillera Ranch. However, we’re working with more and more Californian transplants in the area. We wanted to create something that would resonate with them. The Santa Barbara-style incorporates bold colors into the finishes and tile work vs Mediterranean, which can be more muted in those areas. Our goal for this home is to create a Santa Barbara exterior with a clean modern interior.” The plans for the home include over 5,200 square feet of living space, spanning four bedrooms, four-and-a-half bathrooms, a game room, a gourmet kitchen with Sub-Zero® and Wolf® appliances plus an expanded prep pantry with additional appliances, a walk-in wine cellar with ample bottle storage, custom inset walnut cabinetry throughout with hand-selected reclaimed timbers and trusses, a full-home automation package, and a resort-style pool and patio accessed by a 16-foot multi-slide sliding door. “These are the finishes you’d expect on a multimillion-dollar home,” Glowka added. The exterior plans include a California Modern color palette using painted stucco and natural limestone, touches of handcarved architectural stone, a terracotta clay tile roof with a 5-blend custom colorway, and wrought iron accents. The one-story home lives large with ceilings soaring to more than 23 feet in the great room, and expansive windows from the floor up providing views of every angle of the property. “The home has a beautiful spot in the Ranch and will look stunning from the street,” said Glowka.
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UNIQUE CUSTOM FINISHES AT SENDERO RIDGE … One of Glowka’s custom projects includes a Hill Country-style home with a modern twist in Sendero Ridge, a large-estate neighborhood within Cordillera Ranch. This property features variegated charcoal board and batten siding, creating a stunning contrast with the smooth-honed architectural stone entrance. “I love the rear elevation of this property,” said Glowka. “It features oversized covered patios flanking the pool, accented with massive beams that create the rustic Hill Country look the homeowners wanted.” The custom features continue inside, with expansive limestone rock walls, a glass case gun room, and a wet bar that would rival your favorite neighborhood pub. However, one of the most impressive custom features is the massive 12-car garage build-out designed around an exceptional collection. “The owner won the Ridler Award for a car in his collection, one of the highest honors,” said Glowka. “So, it was important to design a space to house his collection and display his many accolades.”
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By Gary Short, Director of Real Estate Sales
CLUBS VILLAGE HOMESITES
For the first time in several years, we are thrilled to announce the release of new homesites in the neighborhood of Clubs Village at Cordillera Ranch, with Unit 220. Located just a short golf cart ride from the Cordillera Ranch Clubhouse amenities and Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, these new properties meander through a spectacular grove of oak trees, offering view opportunities, ideal orientation, and the option to purchase a Master Full Golf Membership.
The prospect of purchasing a homesite in Clubs Village has been tight for months now, with limited availability, made even more difficult for those in search of a property with the Master Full Golf Membership option. This new release, which can be found directly across Clubs Drive from the 15th tee box and situated in the northwest corner of Clubs Village, will help provide relief to both issues, opening up new options for our clients that want to be a little closer-in to the Club core. Adding to the allure of this peaceful new neighborhood is the natural beauty and native vegetation our buyers will have to work with when designing and building their homes. Stately oaks cover these relatively level building sites, providing future owners the flexibility to capture view corridors, maintain privacy and be creative with their designs, ultimately resulting in amazing homes from our builders. If you would like to explore these new homesites, please feel welcome to reach out to CR Realty at 830.336.3570 or online at CordilleraRanch.com. Gary Short is the Director of Real Estate Sales at Cordillera Ranch. He can be reached at gshort@cordilleraranch.com and 830.336.3570.
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Upon your arrival at Cordillera Ranch, and just beyond the main gate, you’ll find a beautiful Visitor’s Center perched atop one of the highest spots on the entire Ranch. With 20+ mile views overlooking the Guadalupe River Valley and all the information you could ever want, it is the definitive place to stop for details about the more than 9,100-acre community.
CHARLES MUELLER
210.710.6359 cmueller@cordilleraranch.com Inside you’ll find CR Realty and four agents who are dedicated solely to the property within the bounds of Cordillera Ranch. Charles Mueller, Carey Yeager, John Kuhry and Vance Waller spend seven days a week helping families navigate the different options available and have done so for many years. They are the undisputed experts when it comes to purchasing or selling a property in Cordillera Ranch and the results they produce for their clients speak directly to that expertise. Because these four professionals know every inch of Cordillera Ranch and the most current market trends, they can guide their clients through the buying and selling process in a timely and efficient manner. Not only do their clients speak for them (as you’ll see below), but their results also say all you need to know — CR Realty listings sell for an average of 4% more and at a 40% quicker pace than anyone else. They also account for approximately 60% of the market share when it comes to home sales and nearly 90% when it comes to homesites. Simply put, there is no other group with its finger on the pulse of Cordillera Ranch like the group of individuals with CR Realty. There appears to be real value from both a knowledge and dollars standpoint realized by clients that work with CR Realty. Why would you say that is?
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“Collectively our team possesses over 75 years of experience in the real estate industry. We are the only on-site real estate office, and we exclusively sell Cordillera Ranch. As a result, our team is intimately familiar with not only all available properties, but also all applicable covenants, restrictions, the property owners’ association, Club membership, etc. That level of knowledge and expertise has enabled our clients to consistently realize a greater return in a shorter period when selling than if they were represented by an outside brokerage firm.”
“Thank you, Charles Mueller, for not giving up on us and helping us find the perfect property! Over the past nine years, he never lost sight of what we were looking for and kept us in mind when the right opportunity came up. So happy we trusted Charles.We have appreciated him being a straight-shooter and his long-term interest in truly helping us.We are a very picky couple and we highly recommend Charles!” – James and Sara “Charles Mueller was very helpful in coordinating our purchase. Since this was an out-of-state sale, we relied heavily on his experience and recommendations.We would definitely recommend Charles’ expertise to our friends and family.” – Kevin and April
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“Having an on-site office with agents that excel in their knowledge of Cordillera Ranch, as this is the only community we work within, assures availability to residents as well as new clients. Cordillera Ranch is a unique community with many lifestyle opportunities, so it’s imperative to share those details with clients. All aspects of Cordillera Ranch, whether it be availability of properties for sale, knowledge of properties yet to come on the market, or the ability to provide details when considering building sites is where we excel. This combination provides our clients with the ability to make the most educated decision for their family. As a resident Realtor, I live, work and believe in Cordillera Ranch.”
“Our extensive knowledge of the property and amenities equates to a distinct advantage for our clients. We are well acquainted with the nuances of every available property here. This assures our clients that their time will be respected, and their property search will be focused and meaningful. For our clients interested in selling a Cordillera lot or home, we maintain an active list of prospective buyers interested in specific homes and lots, saving our clients time while optimizing the value of their investment.”
“The true value of working with a Cordillera Ranch agent is the fact that we only work with clients who are either current property owners or prospective property owners, so whether you are a buyer or a seller, we know the Cordillera Ranch market and are well-armed to help guide you with the purchase of a homesite and the building process. Being a Club member and property owner allows me to live the Cordillera Ranch lifestyle and it is my pleasure to share that with you.”
“Carey is the absolute best realtor we have ever had to represent us.We closed on our home before it was on the market and within a few weeks of the photographer’s session. Carey really took the time to learn the special details about every room in our house, the outdoor entertaining areas and the overall design.When she showed our home, it was more like a great conversation than just a review of the room structure. I believe Carey’s style and wanting a buyer to feel comfortable as they look at properties is why she was able to sell our home and the homes of two other family friends within the same six-week period.” – Charles and Keitha “Today marks our one-year anniversary of rolling into Boerne!We both agree this is the best move we have ever made.We are so happy and in so many ways we owe it to you.The house, its location, the golf cart and the connections with so many wonderful people is all more than we could have ever dreamed up! Thank you dear friend.” – Scott and Christina
“As a real estate agent representing Cordillera Ranch clients, VanceWaller was and still is our realtor of choice. From the moment we were introduced to him, he put us at ease — introducing us to the extensive opportunity that Cordillera Ranch offered with patience, kindness and knowledge. He worked to understand our dreams and needs quickly and efficiently. And in a time when service and accountability often fall short, Vance was responsive and tenacious on follow-through. Now that we’re here, we wish we would have come sooner! As forVance, he got it. He gets it. He’s become a friend.” – Elliott and Suzanne “We metVance when we decided to check out Cordillera Ranch for our retirement home. He made as big an impression on us as Cordillera. With his professionalism and knowledge, we bought, sold and bought again and, if ever we move again, within the Ranch of course, we shall be callingVance.” – Jim andVal Gary Short is the Director of Real Estate Sales at Cordillera Ranch. He can be reached at gshort@cordilleraranch.com and 830.336.3570.
“My wife and I met John Kuhry five years ago while visiting Cordillera Ranch. His expertise and knowledge in Cordillera are without match. In addition, he allows his client to move through the process of buying or selling with zero pressure and excellent advice when asked. Most importantly, I consider John a good friend and would recommend anyone looking into Cordillera Ranch to call and see for yourself how John can guide you to your dream home.” – Mark and Linda “John has been a great real estate agent for us. He is very knowledgeable about the market and worked hard to understand our needs. Once he found the perfect site for our new home, he helped us close the deal and has stayed engaged with us to help us move our project forward. We highly recommend him.” – Richard and Cheri
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211 AUGUSTA 1 $3,050,000
5,443 Square Feet
MLS# 1697303
Taking advantage of the views and located on the 15th fairway of the prestigious Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, every detail has been meticulously planned and beautifully executed in this breathtaking 4 bedroom/4.5 bath home. As you walk through the ample and inviting courtyard with water feature, you are drawn to this distinctive and striking Santa Barbara-designed home and feel transported to a vacation enclave. The multi-tiered terraced outdoor areas are the perfect venue for entertaining and enjoying family and friends, with plenty of room for dining, lazy days by the pool or taking in the views and at night. This home exemplifies the best of the best and the location is only a short cart ride away from the golf course and Clubhouse. It is a rare opportunity to find a home on the course and with a Master Full Golf Membership opportunity. • 4 bedrooms / 4 full baths and 1 half bath / 3 car garage • 1.18 acres on the 15th fairway of the Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course • Outdoor kitchen and patio with in-ground pool and spa • Master Full Golf Membership Available CAREY YEAGER Listing Agent :: 830.388.6363
Rendering/Design subject to change
3728 CLUBS DRIVE 2
$3,625,000 5,075 Square Feet MLS# 1636117 Transitional Mediterranean in design with a charming front courtyard, this approximately 5,075-square-foot home is positioned to overlook the fairway green of hole #12 from over 900 square feet of covered patio space. The open concept living area is adjacent to a chef’s kitchen with a secondary kitchen and separate dining area. The game room includes a fabulous wet bar, and additional spaces include a library/study and flex room. The master suite has access to the outdoor patio. Estimated completion date is September 2023.
• 4 bedrooms / 4 full baths and 1 half bath / 3 car garage plus golf cart storage • Chef’s kitchen plus secondary kitchen • Library, game room and flex room • Covered patio overlooking #12 fairway and green • Master Full Golf Membership Available
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20 OAKLAND HILLS 3 $2,826,130
4,257 Square Feet
Non-MLS
This organic modern-style home is 4,257 square feet on 1.15 acres bordered by stands of trees and adjacent to hole #5 of the Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course. Luxury touches abound within including Thermador® stainless steel appliances and a flex room with its own bathroom and covered patio, along with an 800-pound free-standing tub in the master suite! Huge sliding doors framed in black bring the outdoors in, with abundant natural light accenting the main walls and ceiling. • 3 bedrooms / 4 full baths and 1 half bath / 3 car garage • 1.15 acres • Pool plus additional pool bath • Game room, upstairs flex room, walk-in pantry
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209 PARK RIDGE 4 $2,599,900
6,687 Square Feet
MLS# 1659878
Sitting on over 17 fenced acres, imagine yourself looking out to longhorns munching on their hay, while feeling as though you’ll never want to leave. With a resort-style pool, this lovely estate will have you feeling the tranquility of the Texas Hill Country. From the handcrafted wood windows to the hand-tiled floors and massive wood beams, the craftsmanship of this home is to be admired in this well-thought-out floorplan. Guests will be spoiled by the one-bedroom casita with a private entrance. This home offers BOTH an Ag exemption AND a Master Full Golf Membership available for purchase! • 4 bedrooms / 4 full baths and 2 half baths / 3 car garage • 17.5 acres and an Ag Exemption • Outdoor kitchen next to resort-style pool and spa • Master Full Golf Membership Available CAREY YEAGER Listing Agent :: 830.388.6363
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138 RIVERWOOD 5 $1,884,500
3,731 Square Feet
A resort-style life is yours with the sought-after combination of privacy and ease-of-living at this Cordillera Ranch custom home. Situated on nearly three acres, you’ll find the ultimate in flexibility with this single level design that includes three bedrooms, three-and-a-half bathrooms and a hard-to-find detached casita complete with its own kitchen and living quarters. Large windows and updated flooring seem to shine a spotlight on the many details found throughout this home, from the gourmet kitchen with plenty of island seating, to the dramatic living space featuring a floor-to-ceiling fireplace. Outside you’ll find the pool and patio are the perfect place to entertain on a sparkling Hill Country evening. • 3 bedrooms / 3 full and 1 half bath / 4 car garage • 2.9 acres with pool • Guest house with 1 bed and 1 full bath CAREY YEAGER Listing Agent :: 830.388.6363
191 RIVERWOOD 6 $4,750,000
8,258 Square Feet
MLS# 1665488
Exquisite Guadalupe River frontage estate in Cordillera Ranch, the Texas Hill Country's most exclusive country club community. This 8,258-square-foot home on 3.23 acres features 206 feet of river frontage and majestic, long-distance northern views over the Guadalupe River and a private ranch. Built in 2019, this 5-bedroom, 5.5-bath property includes a private courtyard, an oversized 4-car garage, and an alluring pool, spa, fire pit and an outdoor kitchen/entertaining venue. The gourmet kitchen features commercial-grade Wolf® appliances. Hand-cut stone trim, wood floors and exposed Douglas Fir timber beams accent the home. The multi-tiered outdoor living space is ideal for entertaining with a sophisticated Hill Country elegance. This premium property includes a Master Full Golf Membership option at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch. • 5 bedrooms / 5 full baths and 1 half bath / 4 car garage • Guadalupe River frontage on 3.23 acres • Outdoor kitchen and lounge area, with in-ground pool and spa VANCE WALLER • Two living areas, two dining areas, media room, office Listing Agent :: 830.388.2828 • Master Full Golf Membership Available
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74 SWEDE SPRINGS 7 $4,200,000
8,186 Square Feet
MLS#1721790
This exquisite estate was designed by Gustavo Arredondo and built by Stadler Custom Homes. It features cul-de-sac privacy, a guest house and an outdoor dining pavilion on 5.46 acres with stunning views and Swede Creek frontage. The floor plan includes 5,689 square feet in the main house with dual master suites, each with outside access, resort-style bathrooms and a chef's kitchen with Thermador® appliances that opens to a family room and dining area. Outdoor spaces feature a swimming pool and spa, stone fire pit and putting green with two chipping pads, plus a wine bar, outdoor kitchen, wood burning pizza oven and climate-controlled wine cellar. The guest house is 2,497 square feet with four bedrooms, three bathrooms, a full kitchen with living area and a private veranda. Central water and sewer, and high speed-fiber optic cable service are included. • Main House: 4 bedrooms / 4 full baths and 1 half bath / 4+ car garage • Guest House: 4 bedrooms / 3 full baths • 5.46 acres on a cul-de-sac • Outdoor dining pavilion with wine bar VANCE WALLER • Pool with spa and putting green Listing Agent :: 830.388.2828
Rendering/Design subject to change
67 CORDILLERA SPRINGS 8 $2,350,000
4,298 Square Feet
Non-MLS
Enjoy the serene countryside on this 2.94 acre site in The Springs of Cordillera Ranch. This spacious 4,298-square-foot home includes a master suite wing with an oversized shower and an adjoining library/office. The open concept family room flows to a caterer's kitchen with a walk-thru pantry and dining room. The game room includes a wet bar and plenty of room for fun, plus outdoor access onto a 22 by 20-foot outdoor covered patio, which has two sliding door units and access to multiple rooms.
• 4 bedrooms / 4 full baths and 1 half bath / 3 car garage • All bedrooms include en-suite baths • Large covered patio with access from multiple rooms
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Cordillera Ranch Realty Homes for Sale 1 - 211 Augusta 2 - 3728 Clubs Drive 3 - 20 Oakland Hills
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4 - 209 Park Ridge 5 - 138 Riverwood 6 - 191 Riverwood 7 - 74 Swede Springs 8 - 67 Cordillera Springs
1499 S. Main Street
Next to the Dog & Pony Grill
830.331.1391
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