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The Tryall Golf & Beach Club Luxury Resort Montego Bay, Jamaica To view all of the Stay & Play Golf Packages visit   https://tryallclub.com/packages-offers/ The Tryall Stay & Play Golf Packages - Escape to The Tryall - Caribbean Luxury Nestled within 2,200 acres of breathtaking natural beauty, The Tryall Golf & Beach Club redefines luxury and seclusion in Montego Bay, Jamaica. Our 74 fully staffed, independently owned villas are thoughtfully designed to cater to your every desire, ensuring an effortlessly indulgent escape. Tee off on one of the Caribbean’s most renowned golf courses, rejuvenate with bespoke treatments at our world-class spa and wellness center, or perfect your game on our exceptional tennis courts. With over a mile of pristine private shoreline and an exclusive golf club, The Tryall Club offers a harmonious blend of relaxation, elegance, and adventure, ensuring unforgettable experiences for every guest. New Stay & Play Golf Packages -Jamaica’s historic Tryall Golf & Beach Club Stay & Play Golf Package - 4-7 Nights From $1,900 Per Person What’s Included: Green Fees Golf Cart Caddy Fee Airport Transfers Private Villa Accommodation Breakfast & Dinner in your villa daily One complimentary dinner at Ooshan Restaurant All Non-alcoholic drinks in Villa Applicable taxes More Packages at The Tryall CARIBBEAN NIGHTS 2026 STAY LONGER FOR LESS 4 nights for the price of 3 / 7 nights for the price of 5 Any day arrivals and up to 2 nights free on selected villa-only stays in 2026. Experience the Caribbean’s best villa vacation with our exclusive offer. -Former home of The Johnnie Walker World Championship -Course recently redesigned by renowned architect Andrew Green -Seamless luxury from touchdown to tee-off -Private villa living, fully staffed with a personal chef -Stunning scenery, rolling fairways & ocean breezes -Ideal for individual travellers, couples, or small groups looking to golf in unparalleled style RESERVE NOW Call or visit our website 1-888-246-4322   https://tryallclub.com/packages-offers/ reservation@tryallclub.com

Hot Springs Village, AR – The Reunion Resort Villas proudly announces the opening of its collection of exclusive luxury villas, offering an unparalleled experience where elegance, comfort, and Southern hospitality come together in the heart of one of America’s premier golf destinations.  Designed for couples, families, golf groups, and corporate retreats, every detail at The Reunion is crafted to provide an extraordinary stay. From inviting living spaces to private terraces overlooking pristine fairways, each villa promises unforgettable moments and exceptional service.  The Villas range from cozy 1-bedroom retreats to spacious 4-bedroom suites, all equipped with modern amenities designed for your comfort. Enjoy big-screen TVs, fireplaces, private patios, walk-in showers, beverage bars, full kitchens, private bathrooms, La-Z-Boy recliners, plush luxury beds, and comfortable couches. Plus, golf carts are available with each villa, making it effortless to play your favorite golf courses like Granada, Diamante, and Isabella.  Experience luxury and convenience like never before—your perfect golf getaway awaits! “Our goal was to create a resort-style experience that allows guests to enjoy the beauty and recreation of Hot Springs Village,” said Brandon Tedder, Co-Owner.  Future expansion plans include increasing villa availability for nightly rentals over the coming years to meet growing demand.  The Reunion Resort Villas invites you to relax in style, tee off on world-class courses, and make unforgettable memories in the South’s premier golf getaway.  For reservations, call 501-356-5186 or visit TheReunionResortVillas.com . As guests fall in love with Hot Springs Village, our trusted partner, Renaissance Homes—voted the best home builder in the community—helps bring their dreams to life. With expert craftsmanship, they create custom homes that perfectly blend luxury, comfort, and quality.  In partnership with local real estate agencies and the POA, we also offer comprehensive community tour options to help you explore all that Hot Springs Village has to offer.  Location: 100 Maderas Place, Hot Springs Village, AR 71909  The Best Golf Getaway Experience in the South!  Book now, visit https://thereunionresortvillas.com

Just north of Dallas, nestled alonga 23 miles of shoreline, you’ll find a uniquely tranquil getaway complemented by metropolitan luxuries. The Colony offers a variety of outdoor excursions, world-class restaurants and lively entertainment you won’t find anywhere else in Texas. This spring, hit the road and learn why The Colony is where you go to play! Swing through three award-winning golf courses, complete with scenic lake views and greens honoring the sport’s historic past. The Tribute Golf Links, listed as one of the top five courses in Texas by Golf Magazine, is an homage to the legendary courses of Scotland. Nearby Old American Golf Club features natural contours and native grasses as it evokes the “golden age”of American golf course architecture. In October the course hosts Texas’ longest running LPGA tournament event. Rounding out courses in The Colony is the 9-hole Stewart Peninsula Golf Course featuring double greens and challenging play along 65 acres of lake views. The extended warm season creates plenty of opportunity for recreation along Lewisville Lake. Enjoy the steady breeze off the lake while you traverse trails on a mountain bike, bird watch along acres of nature preserve or cast a line past the sandy shores for a moment of calm. The lake is easily accessible from one of The Colony’s two lake parks, Stewart Creek Park and Hidden Cove Park and Marina. The Colony is a growing hub for first-to-market restaurants and attractions, offering experiences not available anywhere else. Many restaurants within Grandscape, the city’s premier indoor-outdoor entertainment, shopping and dining destination, feature seasonal specialties crafted with regional produce for an exclusively local taste. Eat your way through dozens of culinary adventures, ranging from elevated Italian steaks to authentic Indian curry and more. Make plans for entertainment the whole family can enjoy, whether you’re competing for first place at Andretti’s, scoring points at Topgolf, taking in the sights from atop the Grandscape Wheel or stepping into a virtual world at Immersive Gamebox. For the 21 and up crowd, Puttery provides the perfect mix of craft cocktails and immersive modern mini golf with its Instagram worthy courses. The Colony is constantly bringing new attractions to the area. Visit Red Phone Booth, an exclusive speakeasy only available to those with the password, and keep an eye out for the latest golf experience designed by Tiger Woods, PopStroke, coming soon. Experience Texas-sized retail at NFM, the nation’s largest home furnishings store, and SCHEELS, the world’s largest all sports store. For something truly unique, shop within The Homestead and find expertly crafted goods including handmade jewelry, bath and body products, boutiques and made-to-order desserts. In the evenings, The Colony comes alive with a vivid live music and micro brewing scene. Kick back with nightly entertainment ranging from rock and country concerts at Truck Yard to touring national acts headlining the Lava Cantina stage. Each venue serves small-batch brews on tap and specialty cocktails featuring native ingredients. Whether you escape to the outdoors or discover unparalleled entertainment, The Colony is the ultimate year-round destination.

Erfurth regularly shoots lower than his age, but you ain’t heard nothing yet! Bob Erfurth’s story is almost like a golf fable in these parts — “did you hear that there’s a 100-year old golfer in San Antonio that regularly shoots lower than his age?” — and that’s a wonderful tale on its own. But if that’s all you’ve heard about the affable Erfurth, you’re not getting the whole narrative. Erfurth is a survivor, his life set for daring and adventure as a young man fighting for his country in World War II, and a veteran that’s still as sharp in his mind as he is on the golf course. Erfurth, a native of the Alamo City, took up golf some 80 years ago, following in the footsteps of his older brother Bill despite the fact Bob thought golf was a bit of a “sissy” sport. He was always an athlete, play¬ing football and running track while at Brackenridge High School and even logging some time on the gridiron while chasing his accounting degree from Trinity University in the 1940s after coming home from Europe and World War II. “After I got out of the service my brother had gotten to be a very good golfer. After watching him play and everything, I thought, well, maybe golf’s not such a sissy game,” Erfurth said. “Maybe I’ll try it. The bone bit me. I’ve been playing golf ever since.”  Erfurth once played to a 3 handicap — he’s a solid 13 now, which is quite amazing for a golfer who turned 100 years old on June 1. He shot a 78 at SilverHorn Golf Club in 2020 when he was 95 and can get a little testy these days if he doesn’t break 90 for his round. Flying high as a teenager   Erfurth was barely out of high school when he enlisted in the Army Air Corps and was sent to Europe as a nose gunner aboard a B-24 bomber, becoming part of a crew that was stationed in England and ran raids over France and Germany. “I enlisted rather than letting them draft me,” he said, “and it was probably one of the smartest things I’ve ever done in my life. That way I could fly.” Erfurth dodged a bullet — actu¬ally a bomb — on one of his raids over enemy territory. “I’m flying along there in the front of the plane and a 1,000 pound bomb falls right in front of my turret,” Erfurth remembers. “It looked to me like it was just a matter of two or three feet in front of where I was sitting. I didn’t hear an airplane getting knocked out beneath me, but how lucky can you be?” In the typical fashion of those warriors from America’s Greatest Generation, Erfurth gives all the credit to the team of men he served beside while in the fuselage of that B-24. “There were a few times where things went haywire and your anxiety level would go up, but most of the time, I was concentrating on doing the job. You don’t have time to think about being afraid.” “Everything that we did while we were in the airplane, they depended upon me, and I depended upon them. So it’s almost as if one guy is doing 10 things. We were a good bunch of guys that did a great job at what we were trained to do.” Asked if he stayed in touch with his crew from the war through the years, a glistening came to Erfurth’s eyes for the first time during our chat. “I did as long as they were alive,” he said. “There’s not a one of them left, other than me. They’re all gone, and that makes me sad. Makes me sad. But I’ll be here as long as the good Lord lets me keep waking up.” Erfurth spent his working years first as an accountant and auditor, and then as a rank and file project overseer for the military in the bases around San Antonio. “Those guys never wanted to see me coming,” he joked. Erfurth is a golf outlier It’s been said that golf is a sport that can be played at any age, but the level of proficiency at which Erfurth plays is what makes him an outlier. New Braunfels-based golf instructor Tim Harford has known Erfurth for almost a decade after selling him a set of golf clubs. “I wanted to know how he liked the clubs, so I called him up, and he said, ‘they’re the best clubs I’ve ever owned,’” Harford explained. “I said, ‘really? What’d you shoot?’ And he goes, ‘well, I shot 78’ and then it hit me, he was 95 years old. On my first encounter with Bob, he was 91 years old. That day, he shot a 71. A 71!” “I’m shaking my head. It is hard to get your head around Bob’s golf achievements even now, because if you watch how well he plays, it’s inconceivable to know that he turned 100 years old on June 1. I don’t think there’s anybody else  his driver at 75 miles an hour swing speed,” Caldwell said. “When he strikes the ball with his driver, it’s amazing. And his follow through, his flexibility, his ability to walk and pick up golf balls that I can’t — he’s incredible.” Erfurth’s best round was a 68 and he’s had four hole in ones, the most recent when he was 85. “My first hole in one was out at Riverside (in San Antonio),” he remembers, though not exactly what year it was. “I hit the ball flat, and it skipped off the pond and rolled up on the green and into the hole. I tell people it was just the way I planned it.” Erfurth admits that there’s been some concession to his age over the years. “I play from the short tees — up there where the old men hit from,” he said with a giggle. I usually play in a large group of golfers and I beat them all about 80 or 85 percent of the time. “My ability to play this well at 100 is an anomaly that I can’t explain. I guess I just have a natural affinity for the game, which has helped me despite my age. Regard¬less of whether I shoot 81 or whether I shoot 99 I always enjoy being on the golf course just because I’m 100 years old, that’s good enough.” No slowing down Erfurth doesn’t appear to be slowing down. His sense of humor is on pointe and usually self-effacing, and he stays active with his time on the golf course and kicking up his heels on the dance floor. “I’m okay as long as I get my nap,” he chides. Erfurth is a living hero, but he shrugs off that label in an “aw-shucks” manner and a matter of fact stare. Maybe it’s playing golf — the hardest of all sports to master — that’s influenced his attitude and fortified his humility when he is actually a giant among men. “I’ve always thought that if you were part of a generation that was called to sup¬port or to defend your country, you’d do it,” he explained. “Most of what I did while I was in combat, I was 19 years old. “I wondered for a good while whether I was a 19-year old boy or whether I was a 19-year old man. Well, I finally decided I must have been a 19-year old man based upon what I did.”

TVC-Cherry Capital Airport Celebrates Historic Growth in Record-Breaking Year Traverse City, MI — Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) is celebrating a historic milestone, welcoming a record number of passengers in 2025 and marking the busiest year in the airport’s history. Final totals show TVC served 935,816 passengers, a 19% increase over the previous record of 787,114 passengers. “This milestone is a testament to the Northern Michigan community and their unwavering support for the airport,” said Kevin Klein, CEO of Cherry Capital Airport. “We are honored that passengers trust us with their business and leisure travel, and we look forward to continuing to grow alongside them.” Michigan The record-setting year reflects TVC’s role as a vital gateway for Northern Michigan, serving local residents while welcoming visitors from across the country and around the world. Cherry Capital Airport is proud to connect people to their favorite leisure destinations and to support business travelers by getting them where they need to be efficiently and comfortably. In 2025, the airport was served by seven airlines, offering 20 nonstop destinations that connected Northern Michigan to regions across the nation and beyond. Momentum is expected to continue into 2026, with passenger growth projected alongside major infrastructure improvements. This spring, TVC is expected to break ground on its “Gates to the Future” terminal expansion project. The project will add five new gates, expanded hold rooms, an enhanced security checkpoint, and other passenger-focused upgrades. Construction is anticipated to begin in April, with project completion expected in 2028. As Cherry Capital Airport continues to grow, its focus remains on delivering a high-quality travel experience while supporting economic growth and connectivity throughout Northern Michigan

With its diverse landscapes and an abundance of golfing opportunities, Texas has become a haven for golf enthusiasts. In today’s article, the team at Texas Golf Insider  is taking a closer look at the top golf communities in the state, all of which offer exceptional courses, breathtaking views, and world-class amenities. Read on to learn more and discover your hole-in-one destination! Rockin' J Ranch and Vaaler Creek Golf Club - Unbelievable Community and Golf Course in the Hill Country Rockin' J Ranch stretches over 1,000 acres of beautiful rolling hill country and is home to the Championship Course, Vaaler Creek Golf Club . The original ranch presence has been honored and preserved throughout the development, with some of the 150 year-old buildings and landmarks being incorporated into the clubhouse design. The ranch is located just a few miles south of the historic town of Blanco and is in a 40 mile radius of Austin, San Antonio, Marble Falls, Boerne, San Antonio, Fredricksburg, San Marcos, New Braunfels and Horseshoe Bay. Whether you prefer a Hill Country view, a water view, or a golf-course view, there is a homesite for every taste. The Big Easy Ranch - Where Adventure Meets Unmatched Luxury The Big Easy Ranch community is a rare blend of luxury, adventure, and authentic Texas spirit, where members share a passion for the outdoors and the art of living well. It’s a place where world‑class golf meets premier hunting, fishing, and sporting experiences, all wrapped in a landscape that feels both wild and refined. Members connect over shared pursuits—sunrise hunts, championship‑level golf rounds, evenings on the sporting clay course, or quiet moments by the water. The community thrives on camaraderie, with friendships forming as naturally as the rolling hills that surround the ranch. Exceptional dining, curated wine experiences, and warm hospitality elevate every gathering, creating a sense of belonging that feels effortless. Whether staying for a weekend or calling it a second home, members enjoy a lifestyle rooted in adventure, comfort, and connection. It’s a sanctuary where families make memories, traditions take shape, and every visit feels like a return to something meaningful. At Big Easy Ranch, community isn’t just who you meet—it’s the feeling of being part of something extraordinary. At Big Easy Ranch, golf isn’t just played—it’s felt, breathed, and remembered long after the final putt drops The Woodlands – Where Golf Meets Luxury Nestled in a picturesque setting, The Woodlands  stands out as a golfer's paradise. With courses designed by renowned architects, it offers an enjoyable yet challenging experience for players of all levels. The community sets itself apart with its luxurious amenities, including clubhouses, fitness centers, and spa facilities. Living in The Woodlands means not only having access to world-class golfing, but also a vibrant lifestyle with shopping centers, dining options, and cultural attractions just a stone's throw away. Barton Creek – A True Golfing Delight Barton Creek , home to four championship courses, provides golfers with an unmatched experience. Each course is crafted to showcase the natural beauty of Texas Hill Country while offering fairways that challenge even the most seasoned players. Beyond golf, Barton Creek envelops its residents in a resort-style living with award-winning dining options and a luxurious spa. The community serves as a tranquil retreat, allowing individuals to immerse themselves in a serene golfing environment away from the city's hustle and bustle. Comanche Trace – Hill Country's Hidden Gem Tucked away in the Hill Country, Comanche Trace  offers a hidden gem for golf enthusiasts. Its 18-hole championship course is surrounded by rolling hills and picturesque landscapes, providing golfers with a serene yet challenging experience. The community also boasts a private clubhouse, tennis courts, and miles of walking trails, catering to an active and vibrant lifestyle. As such, Comanche Trace fosters a close-knit community where neighbors become lifelong friends, making it an ideal choice for retirees and families alike. Vintage Oaks – The Perfect Blend of Golf and Community At Vintage Oaks , golfers are treated to a state-of-the-art golf facility designed to cater to players of all skill levels. The community goes beyond golfing, offering residents access to luxurious pools, fitness centers, and countless hiking and biking trails. This means that Vintage Oaks strikes the perfect balance between golfing opportunities and community living, with regular social events and activities for residents to connect and unwind. Explore Today! Whether you desire PGA-level fairways, vacation-worthy amenities, or a relaxing and idyllic lifestyle, the communities mentioned above promise an unforgettable experience. So why wait? Pack your bags, grab your clubs, and start exploring the best golfing communities in Texas! P.S. Don’t forget to follow Texas Golf Insider, where you can find all the latest coverage on the golf industry in Texas. From golf news  to course reviews , travel recommendations , and more, we’re your go-to source for everything involving your favorite game.

When the accomplished team of John Colligan and Trey Kemp began their work of redesigning a Fort Worth golf course almost 100 years old, they paid close attention to the history of Meadowbrook Golf Course. Originally designed in 1924 by the man often considered the Father of Texas Golf, John Bredemus, Colligan and Kemp wanted to do something special with the unique topography in East Fort Worth. Bredemus has a sterling reputation as a pioneer in Texas golf with many designs all over the state from Henderson Country Club in East Texas to San Felipe Country Club in Del Rio. In Fort Worth, Bredemus is credited with helping design Colonial Country Club in 1936 and Rockwood Park in 1938. Both of those courses involved a collaboration with the highly esteemed Perry Maxwell of Oklahoma who is famous for designing Prairie Dunes in Kansas and Southern Hills in Tulsa. It was the 2017 renovation of Rockwood by Colligan and Kemp that supplied the momentum for the Meadowbrook project that began in November of 2023. The course just opened in late September of 2025 to universal rave reviews because of the rerouting efforts to highlight a unique hilly piece of property that makes the golfer feel as if the course is in the Texas Hill Country rather than the DFW Metroplex. To gain a better understanding of golf’s history in Fort Worth, it is good to ponder the talents of Bredemus, a native of Michigan who was both a gifted athlete and a teacher who moved to Texas where he was enthralled with both playing golf and designing courses. He also promoted the game and helped  start the tour events in San Antonio, Dal­las and Houston. He is given credit for luring the first major to Texas when the PGA Championship was played at Cedar Crest in Dallas in 1927, won by the great Walter Hagen. Now the spirit of Bredemus has new life at Meadowbrook with an attractive layout designed on a canvas of impressive elevation changes. “After the successful renovation of Rockwood in 2017, which really im­proved the golf facilities for Fort Worth, the city wanted to apply that same for­mula to revitalize Meadowbrook,” Kemp said. “The facility turned 100 in 2024 and had outlived many of its golf course components.” Like their work at Rockwood, Colligan and Kemp rerouted the holes dramatically to take advantage of the natural terrain. In the end, 15 of 18 holes were changed. “Rerouting the golf course to take advantage of the topography was a major part of the renovation,” said Kemp. “The only holes not rerouted were holes 10, 12 and 13. However, the twelfth changed from a par four to a par five and the thir­teenth went from a par five to a par four.” In addition to the accentuation of the unique property features, the fairways were widened to allow the golfer greater freedom off the tee. After 50 years of encroaching trees, this allows the player a chance to see more of the layout design features such as rock outcroppings and twisting water features. Colligan and Kemp treasured this opportunity and proved their mettle with the visually stunning par 3 eighth hole that will surely have players grabbing their cell phones for pictures. The rela­tively short hole plays from a giant bluff to a well contoured green below. The hole looks so inviting that dreams of holes in one are surely in the making. Nothing breeds confidence like a big green sitting some 100 feet below the tee box.

The Scott Schreiner Golf Course has been a cornerstone of Kerrville for over a century. It first opened in 1924 as the Kerrville Country Club, a private nine-hole course carved into the rugged beauty of the Texas Hill Country. A decade later, in 1934, the City of Kerrville acquired the property, transforming it into a public municipal course and opening its fairways to the entire community. Over the years, it has seen thoughtful improvements with the most notable being the recent $4 million dollar renovation completed in 2025. Today, this course stands as a living piece of Kerrville’s history where tradition meets modern golf, and every round is framed by the unmatched beauty of the Texas Hill Country. The 2025 renovation project brought major upgrades to the greens, bunkers, and infrastructure, creating a more enjoyable and resilient experience for every golfer who tees off. The completely rebuilt greens feature new turf and im­proved drainage, offering smoother, more consistent play year-round. Bunkers have been reshaped and re-edged, enhancing both aesthetics and challenge, while new cart paths and a new fleet of golf carts ensure a smoother ride through the course’s picturesque terrain. Golfers will also notice upgraded facilities, including refreshed restrooms and the addition of a self- contained “Green Flush” unit on the back nine. Small details that make a big difference in comfort and convenience. Beyond the physical improvements, what stands out most is the care and craftsmanship poured into preserving the course’s timeless character. Whether you’re a longtime local or a first-time visitor, Scott Schreiner Golf Course invites you to experience the historic course in a whole new light — refreshed, revitalized, and ready to play.

Nestled on the scenic property of Paragon Casino Resort in Marksville, Louisiana, Tamahka Trails Golf Course stands as one of the top golfing destinations in the region. Recognized for its beautifully crafted landscape, the course offers an unforgettable experience for golfers of all skill levels.   Tamahka Trails is a 230-acre, 18-hole, par-71 championship layout that meanders through rolling terrain unique to central and southern Louisiana. This picturesque course, which has been ranked among the “Top 10 Courses in Louisiana” by Golf Digest  twice, is known for its stunning views and well-maintained fairways and greens.   The course is also notable for being selected as a three-time host site for the U.S. Open qualifying, a testament to its challenging design and the caliber of play it attracts. Tamahka Trails features five sets of tees, making it accessible for all golfers, from beginners to seasoned professionals.   The course’s layout offers a mix of strategic challenges, including doglegs, penalty areas and well-placed bunkers, ensuring a test for even the most experienced golfer. With its natural beauty and variety of hole designs, every round at Tamahka Trails is both exciting and rewarding.   Adding to the exceptional location, Tamahka Trails also has a Golf Clubhouse onsite, which features a Pro Shop with official apparel and top-of-the-line equipment. The Clubhouse also has a full-service restaurant and bar, Tamahka Grill, in a comfortable and friendly setting.   After a round of golf, guests can enjoy the full range of amenities at Paragon Casino Resort, including world-class gaming, dining options and relaxation at Spa La Vie. Whether you’re visiting for a weekend getaway or a golfing retreat, Tamahka Trails and Paragon Casino Resort offer everything you need for a memorable experience.

Los Caballeros Golf Club When most people picture a dude ranch, they imagine horseback rides, dusty corrals, and the wide-open range. They see wranglers in wide-brimmed hats, desert sunsets bleeding pink and orange across the horizon, and perhaps a chuckwagon dinner shared under the stars. But at Rancho de los Caballeros in Wicken­burg, Arizona, the Sonoran Desert is the backdrop for something much richer—an experience that expands far beyond the saddle. Here, golf is just as central to the story as cattle drives, cookouts, and cow­boy culture. The resort’s Los Caballeros Golf Club has become a destination in its own right, offering players a championship-caliber course that captures both the beauty and grit of the Wild West. Rancho de los Caballeros A COURSE THAT TELLS A STORY Opened in 1980, Los Caballeros Golf Club was designed to reflect the traditional feel of golden-age courses while embrac­ing the rugged desert landscape. Stretch­ing across rolling terrain framed by the Bradshaw Mountains and Vulture Peak, its 18 holes provide a blend of challenge and beauty. The fairways weave through desert washes and cactus-studded ridges, creating a course that feels natural to its environ­ment. Unlike many desert courses that de­mand laser accuracy just to stay in play, Los Caballeros strikes a balance. It’s playable for golfers of all skill levels, yet it demands focus, rewarding precision over raw power. One of its most memorable moments comes at the 16th hole, a stretch of golf  that perfectly encapsulates the Rancho experience. From the elevated tee, players take in sweeping views of Vulture Mountain and the surrounding desert. As they approach the green, the setting becomes even more unforgetable; the ranch’s herd of horses often passes by, heading out to pasture. It’s a scene that fuses golf with the spirit of the ranch in a way no other course can replicate, leaving players with the feeling that they’ve stepped into a storybook version of the West. Before tackling the fairways, players can warm up at the club’s practice facility, which includes a driving range, chipping area, and putting green. It’s the kind of space that encourages lingering, working through irons on the range as the desert sun climbs higher, or fine-tuning the short game while quail dart across the edges of the practice area. For those seeking im­provement, PGA professionals are available for lessons, tailoring instruction to each individual’s skill set. The result is a course and practice experience that feels both refined and refreshingly connected to its rugged setting. THE HEARTBEAT OF THE RANCH While golf is a highlight, Rancho de los Caballeros is far more than a golf destina­tion. Sprawling across 20,000 acres of high desert, the ranch has been welcom­ing guests for more than 75 years with its blend of cowboy traditions and modern comforts. Horses remain the heartbeat of the property, and the equestrian program is both expansive and inclusive. Wranglers pair each guest with the perfect mount, taking into account skill level and personality, ensuring that a first-time rider feels just as comfortable as an experienced horseman. Morning and afternoon rides are a staple of the experi­ence, with trails that wind through the Sonoran Desert.    For those who crave a little competition, team penning puts horsemanship and quick thinking to the test as small groups attempt to maneuver cattle through obstacles and into a pen. Nature rides offer a slower pace, led by naturalists who interpret the desert’s flora, fauna, and history along the way. Twice daily, the ranch also hosts its famous horse run, a spectacle that draws guests out of their casitas at sunrise and again in the late afternoon. Watching 85 horses thunder across the desert against a backdrop of golden light is nothing short of breathtak­ing—a moment that lingers long after the dust has settled. ADVENTURE BEYOND THE CORRAL Adventure at Rancho de los Cabal­leros extends well beyond horseback riding. Guests can test their aim with trap and skeet shooting or try archery for a hands-on lesson in focus and patience. For those craving more traditional recreation, the ranch’s tennis and pickleball courts are a popular draw, while yoga sessions held under the desert sky offer a calming coun­terbalance to days filled with activity. Families with children find comfort in the fully supervised Kids’ Club, which introduces younger guests to ranch life through horseback riding, roping lessons, crafts, and movie nights. It’s a place where even the smallest cowboys and cowgirls make memories of their own, freeing parents to relax knowing their children are happily immersed in the spirit of the ranch. After activity-packed days, many guests find themselves drawn to the Spa at Los Caballeros, a serene desert oasis. The spa is intentionally designed to feel like a retreat, offering massages, facials, body scrubs, and restor­ative soaks. Treatments often incorporate desert botanicals—sage, prickly pear, and jojoba— grounding guests in their surroundings even during moments of stillness. An infrared sauna adds another layer of renewal, making the spa an ideal place to reset after hours spent under the Arizona sun.     DINING UNDER DESERT SKIES Dining at Rancho de los Caballeros is just as central to the experience as the golf and horseback rides. Meals are treated as opportunities to gather, celebrate, and indulge. The Main Dining Room serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, offering a menu that transitions seamlessly between ranch-style comfort food and more refined options such as scallops or mushroom tarts. For those craving something more elevated, 19 at Rancho de los Caballeros delivers farm-fresh cuisine under the direction of Executive Chef Robert Cornett, complemented by a 2,000-bottle wine cellar that has become a point of pride for the property. The wine program balances classic regions with discoveries from boutique producers, offering guests the chance to sip something unexpected alongside their meal. The Club Grill, located at the golf course, is a favorite among players. With sweeping views of the course and the Bradshaw Mountains, it’s the perfect place to fuel up before a round or relax after one. Its signature Prickly Pear Margarita— crafted from tequila and prickly pear purée sourced from the surrounding desert—has become an unofficial symbol of the property, offering a refreshing toast to a day well spent. As the sun sets, guests often migrate to the Los Cab Saloon, where live music, casual cocktails, and easy camaraderie de­fine the evening. And for those who prefer the most authentic ranch dining experi­ence of all, the seasonal outdoor cook­outs bring guests together under a starlit desert sky with barbecue, music, and boot branding—a memorable way to end a day on the ranch. A SEAMLESS BLEND What makes Rancho de los Caballeros truly special is the way golf flows seamlessly into the greater ranch experience. A day here might begin with a crisp desert morning round, continue with a horseback ride along cactus-lined trails, and end with a massage, a margarita, or a cook out beneath a canopy of stars. Unlike resorts where golf is simply one option among many, at Rancho it’s woven into the ranch’s rhythm, reminding players that they’re not just golfing in Arizona, but in the heart of the West. To book a stay, please visit ranchodeloscaballeros.com .

Rockin J Ranch is the home of the highly rated Vaaler Creek Golf Club, which has firmly established itself as a must-play in the region and one of the TOP 10 COURSES in the state. Top 10 - Vaaler Creek Golf Course There have been more changes to our daily lives over the past 20 years than we can begin to count, but there’s one thing that stays the same — owning land, and the ability to build on, live on and thrive on that piece of property, is considered a basic right for Americans. It’s on that tenant that Colonel Lee Roper built a part of his legacy in the years after his retirement from a stellar, 24-year military career. One of the neighborhoods Roper founded is Rockin’ J Ranch in Blanco, a sprawling tract just south of town that the El Paso businessman developed after he became enamored by the property nearly four decades ago. Rockin J Ranch is the home of the highly rated Vaaler Creek Golf Club, which has firmly established itself as a must-play in the region and one of the top courses in the state. The exclusive, gated neighborhood that Roper platted and envisioned has enjoyed robust success as families have moved further away from the crowded population hubs of San Antonio and Austin. Less than 10 percent of the homesites originally available for purchase in the 1,064-acre community have not been contracted as there are in excess of 650 homes set among the property’s wide series of hills and plateaus, rolling fields of flowers and stands of oak and cedar trees. Texas Hill Country Living Rockin' J Ranch stretches over 1,000 acres of beautiful rolling hill country. The original ranch presence has been honored and preserved throughout the development, with some of the 150 year-old buildings and landmarks being incorporated into the clubhouse design. Honoring a Texas legacy, the streets are named for historic Texas Rangers.  “There has scarcely been a time where growth has slowed over the past 15 years,” said Ryan Brubaker, the long-time sales manager at Rockin J’ Ranch. “Demand remains high even with the challenges created by the current economy, and we expect to continue to grow.” “The property almost sells itself,” Brubaker explained. “People understand the advantages to living where they are remote but not too much so. We are very proud of the community we have built here.” Roper, who turned 97 years of age in November, built the community on a series of handshake agreements and continued to work that way when he started selling the lots and homesites that encompass Rockin’ J Ranch. You can still get a plot of land at Rockin’ J Ranch based on your signature and with as little as 10 percent down for lots from one-quarter acre to one acre in size. The development company offers in-house financing for the community’s lots (and is offering a no-interest loan if buyers make a 50 percent down payment) and will continue to carry the note for up to 20 years with no prepay penalties.  There is no requirement to build on purchased land, with some buyers preferring to hold on to their property as a valued investment. Children in the neighborhood are schooled in the Blanco ISD, which is considered one of the highest-performing districts in the region. One of the earmarks of Rockin’ J Ranch is its use of a centralized water and sewer system rather than the well water and septic fields used in many other Hill Country developments. That matters because water is a precious resource and so scarce in the region – even more so now than when the neighborhood was originally envisioned. There is still a ranch presence here, and that was preserved by incorporating a number of 150-year old homes and landmarks into the community’s clubhouse and throughout the golf course design. All the streets in the Rockin’ J Ranch are named for Texas Rangers, and the natural land offers habitat to all kinds of wildlife, perfect for great photography and seclusion and a desired quality of life that’s hard to match. A recent trip to the community showed small herds of deer at play in the open spaces of the scrub brush and mixing with golfers at the manicured golf club. The golf course is one of the region’s most enjoyable and has been voted among the best public tracks in Texas. All real estate sales include basic membership. Two Visionaries Reshaping Rockin' J Ranch Rockin' J Ranch stretches over 1,000 acres of beautiful rolling hill country. The original ranch presence has been honored and preserved throughout the development, with some of the 150 year-old buildings and landmarks being incorporated into the clubhouse design. Honoring a Texas legacy, the streets are named for historic Texas Rangers.  Opened as a nine-hole track in 2007, Vaaler Creek GC was considered by many golfers early on to be quirky. Expanded to a full 18 holes two years later and allowed to grow up and grow in as the community has taken shape on its  edges, the course has won over players in droves – there is scarcely a day without a full tee sheet. “We remain one of the most popular places to tee it up in this region of the state, with our play continuing to grow since the post-COVID golf boom,” said Adam Grosch, Vaaler Creek GC’s general manager and head PGA professional. “We take great pride in our rate of return players – it’s always good to see a familiar face with a smile on it.” “But we also understand the jewel of a course we have here. It gets the amount of play it does for a real reason — Vaaler Creek is just a very good, very fun, very well-maintained golf course that’s hard to beat at the price we charge to play.” Vaaler Creek GC was named in honor of Jack Vaaler, a war veteran who served with Roper who passed away during the initial construction phase of the golf course. Vaaler Creek GC was the first signature design by Michael Lowry, who fashioned a much-tougher-than-its-carded 6,874- yard, par-72 track among live oak and cactus. Lowry worked in all sorts of cool features: ponds, sand hazards of various sizes and severity, elevated tee shots and wavy, tree-lined fairways. Both nines offer far-reaching views of the famed surrounding region. The generous homesite setbacks mean that the residences near the course are mostly out of sight and always unobtrusive, adding to the course’s isolated feel. The back nine at Vaaler Creek is a bit more mature and not as severe as the newer outward half. Given its length, golfers might think they can overpower Vaaler Creek, but finding success here is not that simple. The course has a rich  variety of long and short holes, with shots involving strategically placed bunkers and occasional carryover water, including on the closing hole’s approach. The course’s true last line of defense is its lightning-quick, mounded and sectioned putting surfaces, which can make aggressive players timid and prone to second-guessing. Much like the neighborhood surrounding it, Vaaler Creek GC was destined to succeed because of the plan set in motion when it was founded. There has been continual work to improve the course over the past 18 years and the attention to detail on the course and the hospitality and downright Texas-ness from the staff shine through. An enclosed teaching area at the course’s practice facility allows for all-weather lessons and game improvement. A refined short-game area will come online this winter at the driving range that includes a green-side bunker and allows for full shots out into the range to practice fairway bunker shots. The putting green itself is 5,000 square feet and has a lot of room around it to hone in chip shots of all varieties. “The community continues to grow as does our number of rounds from the public and members, so demand is high and tee times need to made well in advance,” said Grosch, who along with Colonel Roper and Brubaker have been at Rockin’ J Ranch and Vaaler Creek since its opening. “The only way to become a  member of our course is to own land or a home inside Rockin’ J Ranch and you won’t find a better deal on membership anywhere in Texas.” Beautiful Hill Country Amenities Rockin' J Ranch stretches over 1,000 acres of beautiful rolling hill country. The original ranch presence has been honored and preserved throughout the development, with some of the 150 year-old buildings and landmarks being incorporated into the clubhouse design. Honoring a Texas legacy, the streets are named for historic Texas Rangers.  “We host a ton of golf associations and tournament groups of 24 to 144 players all throughout the year. Our tournament calendar for next year is already filling up quickly.” The community also sports a pool, a pool house, and a clubhouse built with rustic charm, and there are hiking trails and outdoor activities. There are condos for purchase or rental off the 10th tee of the golf course, a nature park, ponds for canoeing and fishing, and a pavilion near the community pool for after-golf dining, entertaining and special events. The unique livability of Rockin’ J Ranch helps residents get away from it all while sacrificing nothing as far as amenities and convenience. The community has become a melting pot of residents from across Texas and from coast to coast.