Spring Fling

History of Spring Fling

In 1997, nine members of Lakewood Forest Garden Club decided to take a trip to Austin Texas to visit Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. This was the beginning of our spring fling. Recently, more than 30 ladies have participated in this annual event.   We traveled by cars at first, then graduated to chartered motor coaches and have returned to traveling by car. We try to visit at least one garden related venue, learn about local culture and history and take in many of the local sites. We also enjoy sampling the local cuisine. This is a great opportunity to get together in a relaxed atmosphere and get better acquainted with fellow garden club members.

Front Row: Susan Hude, Carolyn Calvert, Susan Busler, Barbara Wolz, Cindy Ward
Back Row:  Harolene Hatley, Margo Propst, Debbie Dennis, Becky Bailey

For a printable list of all Spring Flings, CLICK HERE.

Spring Fling 2023

  • March 28-30, 2023 Tyler, Tx
  • Organizers: Sandra McKeon, Yvonne Newsome, Donna Stephens

After a hiatus of several years due to Covid, LFGC finally had a wonderful Spring Fling trip.  For more photos and all the info, click here.

Spring Fling 2021

Spring Fling 2021 was officially cancelled due to Covid pandemic. Thanks to the committee: Barbara Davidson, Fran Hamel, Patty McGrath-Jones, and Lynn White for all their hard work in planning the trip.

Spring Fling 2019

Nacogdoches, Apr 2-4

 Planners: Barbara Davidson, MaryEtta Wood, Linda Fisher, Adrienne Juno

36 ladies attended.  Stayed at the historic and newly decorated Freedonia Hotel.  CLICK HERE  for a wonderful presentation of the trip prepared by Gabriele Klopp.
On Tuesday we had tours conducted by knowledgeabale docents of Sterne Hoya House Museum and Old University
Building.  Next we had dinner at Aunti Pasta, then to the outdoor pool and watched movies.  On Wednesday we toured SFA Arboretum and Ruby Mize Azalea Garden, guided by Dr. Dave Creech, director of the arboretum.  The group ate at Zouki’s Mediterranean for lunch.  Many of us made a plant decoration at the Glass Castle Stained Glass Studio and shopped in the picturesque town center. Others visited the Front Porch Distillery, walked the statue trail, visited wineries, and toured Rudy’s Honey Farm.  For the itinerary, click here.

Spring Fling 2018

April 11-13, Dripping Springs Texas

Planners: Annette Kerkman, Eleese Lester, Yvonne Newsome, Sandra McKeown
37 ladies attended. Stayed at new Holiday Inn. CLICK HERE for all photos.
Places we visited: (click on links below to learn more)
Thyme & Dough  , Verdes Mexican Restaurant  ,Texas Hill Country Olive Co,  Railroad BBQ,Pure Luck Farms Tour, Texas Hill Country Olive Co. Tour, Dr. Pound Historical Farmstead Tour  , Dancing at Mercer Street DanceHall, Playing Mexican Train Dominoes at the hotel, Goodie Two Shoes Boutique, Solstice Gardens, Miracle Garden (Moringa Tree)      .

Spring Fling 2017

This year the group went to Austin Texas  Apr 18-20. The planners were Patty McGrath-Jones & Fran Hamel. We stayed at the La Quinta Motel in Austin. Some of the places we visited: (click on links below to learn more.)
The Natural Gardener , Zilker Botanical Gardens, Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum, Laura Joseph’s Purple Martin Colony, Ladybird Wild life Preserve  . Oasis Restaurant on Lake Travis, Juliet’s Restaurant    CLICK HERE for photos.   

Spring Fling 2016

This year was the 20th Spring Fling celebration and we went to Lake Charles, Louisiana. Planners: Adrienne Juno, Judy Beckham, Linda Fisher, Sue Collins. Stayed at the L’Auberge Hotel. Visited Mardi Gras Museum, had a demo and tastings at a little shop called Crave Baskets & Gifts (olive oil, balsamic vinegars, and other food items for entertaining), did a walking tour of historic Lake Charles, visitied Prien Lake Nursery, and had lots of great shopping. Ate at Pujos and Luna Bar & Grill.
On the way home we visited the beautiful gardens of Sue Gastin, who is in the  Sulfur Garden Club.   CLICK HERE for all the photos.

There are 3 spring fling albums in the club library:
  • 1997 to present
  • 2015     Marble Falls
  • 2016     Lake Charles
  • 2019     Nacogdoches

Contact the librarian to check out these albums.