CULTURE

from Orange Living Magazine January 2020

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SUNSET GROVE COUNTRY CLUB

By Van Wade

OFFERS GREAT GOLF AND FUN

TThere is no question that Orange has an amazing golf course at Sunset Grove Country Club. The golf pro there is Kerry Lamb, who is always eager to help with everyone that wants to tackle the course.

The course at Sunset Grove was designed by famed Scottish-born golf architect Donald Ross (1872-1948; donaldrosssociety.org.).

Ross designed over 400 courses in the United States, but only three in Texas. Ross’ most famous course is Pinehurst 2 in North Carolina.

Ross’ goal for each course was to make each golf hole present a different problem; to arrange the course so that every stroke must be

made with full concentration and the attention necessary to good golf, and to build each hole in such a manner that it wastes none of the ground at one’s disposal and takes advantage of every possibility.

The story of the building of the course is worth re-telling. The two oil and timber magnates in early Orange were Edgar Brown and W.H. Lutcher Stark. Brown owned the only golf course. Due to a disagreement, Stark was banned from playing on Brown’s golf course.

To remedy the problem, Stark contacted Donald Ross in 1923 to design and build a golf course. The last nine holes were completed in 1926, for a total cost of $740,000 over $9 million in 2007 dollars.

A rustic clubhouse was built in 1927 but was destroyed by fire in 1959. Another, more modern clubhouse took its place. In 2005, Hurricane Rita badly damaged the newer clubhouse. It was remodeled and refurbished to give us the clubhouse that we have today. The wooden pro shop was damaged beyond repair. A new pro shop stands in its place.

The course, after Rita hit, had 400 more fewer trees.

The course is the only Donald Ross course left in Texas that still uses the original design. The original Donald Ross plans are framed and hang in the Club House.

After the death of W. H. Lutcher Stark in 1965, the course and all facilities were sold to the membership. Today, it is a non-profit corporation owned by its shareholders. The only changes that have been made are the addition of a watering system.

The Sunset Grove Country Club Pro Shop

Players can register in the golf shop before starting. Maximum group size is a fivesome. A single player has no standing on the golf course. Threesomes and foursomes are preferred. Each player must have a set of clubs. Tee times are required on Saturdays and Sundays.

Golf carts are available through the Pro Shop.

Golfing is certainly not the only perk that Sunset Grove Country Club has to offer. It also has a swimming pool and tennis court and a Reel Cajun restaurant that offers fine dining and a plethora of different kinds of food and drinks.

Kerry Lamb is the general manager of the golf course and Pro Shop. For more information to find out about the amazing golf Sunset Grove Country Club has to offer, call (409) 883-9392. 

JEANS FOR THE MODERN COWGIRL

GET BACK IN YOUR FAVORITE JEANS with these weight loss tips

(StatePoint) Do you have a favorite pair of jeans sitting in your closet with the hopes that one day they will fit again? You’re not alone!

American women want to lose an average of 16.8 pounds to fit into their favorite pair of jeans and nearly 39 percent say they like to keep jeans in their closet that don’t fit to motivate them to lose weight, according to a survey by Nutrisystem.

And while trying on jeans that don’t fit from the back of your closet or even a new pair at the store can be frustrating, being equipped with the right tips can help you get on the weight loss track and back in those jeans.

1. Eat Smart and Often. Aim to eat smaller meals every two to three hours, six times a day so that you don’t binge or overdo it. You’ll feel full and satisfied, which will help you make smarter choices.

2. Keep the Good Stuff Where You Can See it. It may sound overly simple but it’s true, you are more likely to eat healthy foods if you put them in a visible, easy-toreach location. And for the fridge? Don’t put your fruits and veggies in the produce

bin! The middle shelf is the sweet spot. That’s where to keep your celery, carrots, apples, oranges and all that good stuff.

3. Don’t Go It Alone. Losing weight isn’t exactly a cakewalk. But it doesn’t have to be impossible. Find a weight loss plan that works for you and fits in with your lifestyle. Programs like Nutrisystem ensure you feel satisfied throughout the day and take the guesswork out of dieting, making it easier to stick with the plan and drop those pounds.

4. Drink Up. Hunger and thirst are easily confused, so stay hydrated. But don’t make the mistake of drinking your calories,” says Courtney McCormick, dietitian at Nutrisystem. Opt for water. If you’re looking for a more flavorful option, add fresh fruit slices, a few squeezes of lemon or some sprigs of mint leaves.

5. Find Your Routine and Stick With it. It’s important to make a plan for what you’ll eat and when you’ll exercise each week. Carve out part of your day that works for your schedule and you’ll be much more likely to follow through.

You owe it to yourself to focus on your health. Making changes is never easy at first, but hang in there. Your results will fuel your continued commitment. For more information and more great tips, visit theleaf.nutrisystem.com.

Remember, making healthy changes can help you solve your denim dilemma and get you back into your favorite jeans in no time!  Presents Follies 2020