By Jeff Ostroth
THE ERICKSON TRIBUNE

“It’s not about skill,” says Doris Ruemmler. “It’s just for recreation.”

But while the competition may not get too serious, all who participate in Cedar Crest’s weekly golf outings agree it’s a great way to get out and get together with friends and neighbors.

According to Dr. Peter Cataldi, Cedar Crest’s wellness manager, the golf outings run from the end of April to as late as November, depending on the weather.

“I post a sheet at the Fitness Center, and people sign up on a first-come, first-served basis,” says Peter. “We usually cut it off at 12 people, or three foursomes.” Peter estimates that about 20 people in total participate during the year.

“Some people are pretty regular, and others participate on a more occasional basis,” he says. “There are also golfers at Cedar Crest who still have their golf club memberships or access to other courses.”

Deer Run

Those who sign up for the weekly golf outing meet at the Fitness Center on Thursday morning, divide themselves up into groups, and carpool to the Deer Run golf course, about 10 miles away in Lincoln Park.

“It’s a nice course,” says Doris—and she should know. Before moving to Cedar Crest three and a half years ago, Doris had a condominium at Deer Run, which in addition to having a 9-hole course is also a residential community. It’s because of her that Cedar Crest’s golfers are able to play at Deer Run.

“Doris was friendly with the managers of the golf course and suggested that we contact them,” says Peter. “We did, and that’s how our relationship began. They give us their preferred rate for one morning a week, which is Thursday.”