Mission Belt is not only one of the best belts money can buy, it’s a belt with a mission. And, when you buy a Mission Belt, you become part of the mission.
Their mission is actually a great philanthropic effort – a dollar from every belt goes to fight hunger and poverty worldwide through micro-lending. Micro-loans range from $25-$500 dollars per loan and in these parts of the world even small loans make a big difference. In parts of the world where millions of industrious, motivated people are striving for a better life, sometimes the only thing holding them back is a few bucks to get things started. Mission Belt looks at it more as lending a hand rather than a handout.
In order to facilitate this plan, Mission Belt has partnered with Kiva, a peer-to-peer micro-lending institution, to help get their Mission Loans out to those in need around the world. Kiva’s micro-loans invest in individuals with an idea and the desire to work who don’t have access to traditional sources of capital. To 
date, Mission Belt and their customers have processed loans in over 79 nations worldwide and have given out more than 200,000 unique loans that range anywhere from $25-$500 each. Mission Belt is helping hard-working people put food on their tables while giving them the opportunity to make their way out of poverty and hunger.
The Belts themselves are unique works of art. Mission Belts have no holes; holes that will stretch out and look bad. Mission Belts have a ratchet mechanism in the buckle; they adjust every quarter inch. So if you spend a couple of days grazing the buffets on that cruise vacation, you can rest assured that your belt is going to fit perfectly every time.
The release lever on each Mission Belt is intuitive and smooth, making it relatively easy to unbuckle. It’s something you’ll be grateful for the next time you’re going through airport security or have a bathroom emergency. The straps are made of leather, real leather. Not your typical coarse rough leather; these straps are smooth and shiny. They’re just priced so that everyone can afford them. They also offer canvas and nylon belts. Mission Belts are available in two widths – 35mm and 40mm. All buckles and straps are interchangeable within their respective width.
The Belt you bought is a little too long? No problem, you can resize it yourself. Simply undo the clasp on the back of the buckle and slide the strap out. Get a pair of scissors and cut the strap to the appropriate length; just be sure to cut the end that goes in the buckle. Once you get the desired length, put it back together and put it on!
Mission Belts are available in several styles and colors. On the website you’ll find several collections for men and women including Italian Leather, Western, and Boss. They also have buckles from many of your favorite NBA, NHL and NCAA teams. Women’s belts are more about color than different styles and textures. No matter what you choose, you’re assured of a great looking, perfect fitting belt. Every time. They also have a few belts for kids.
You can see everything Mission Belts has to offer including some cool hats and tee shirts at www.missionbelt.com.
The first hole at Calvert Crossing starts you off with a 548-yard par 5 which, for the average golfer, is not going to be reachable in two and for many golfers, it’s going to take driver out of your hands off the tee. There’s a reachable pond on the left side that comes out into the fairway and woods to the right, leaving only a thin sliver of the fairway past the water. If you’re playing the course for the first time as I was, you’ll find that the aforementioned pond creeps back into play in front of the green. Laying up short of the pond will leave about a 100-yard shot into a relatively flat green protected by a bunker on the right and a lot of mounding around it. Par is always a good way to start!
Stand on the 6th green and looking back towards the tee box and you’ll get a good idea of the elevation changes. The hole starts from an elevated tee box with a creek running across the fairway at the bottom of the hill. For most players, the creek won’t come into play. If it does, you may want to consult Head Golf Professional Stuart Martin in the pro shop and ask him how you can get more distance off the tee! A good drive will leave an uphill approach shot into the green protected on the left side by sand.
Number 13 may well be the most challenging par 4 on the course. It’s a short dogleg left and everything off the tee moves to the right and into the woods. It’s a tight driving hole so you may want to consider something less than driver off the tee, just to keep the ball in play. There’s a fairway bunker about 50 yards short of the green on the left side and a deep greenside bunker on the left side. End the hole with the same ball you started with and you have accomplished something.
The Gathering Place is the Calvert Crossing’s warm and inviting pub-style restaurant. Here you can enjoy a full breakfast menu as well as innovative salads, freshly prepared burgers, and sandwiches that will satisfy everyone. When things get back to “normal” members can get back to enjoying Calvert Crossing’s fabulous Sunday Southern Buffet with an incredible array of southern favorites. At The Gathering Place, you’ll find a sense of camaraderie that can’t be found anywhere else.
As a member of Calvert Crossing, you’ll find a lot more to do than play a round on an exceptional golf experience. You’ll have access to the club’s hard surface tennis courts, the outdoor swimming facility, and unique social calendar. The Club’s swimming facility is the perfect place for a leisurely swim or spending time with the family. There’s an outdoor swimming pool, sunning deck, and changing area. The outdoor pool is open from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Fast forward to the 1960s. The Cunningham brothers – Gene, Book, and Doc -are approached by a local real estate developer, who convinces them to convert the cattle ranch into a housing development and country club. In 1962, Seminole Lake Country Club Estates was born and within a short period of time, the Cunningham brothers regained control of the property.
In 2009, Seminole Lake Country Club became a semi-private club and to this day remains one of the favorites of golfers throughout the Tampa Bay area. Coincidentally, membership has grown due to the course’s consistently good conditioning, playability, and service level. The club is still owned by the Cunningham family and there’s still that same friendly feel as it was when the brothers opened the club in 1962.
The length at Seminole Lake is not going to overwhelm most players. This par 71 golf course was designed by Chic Adams, and plays 6,501 yards from the back tees, with a course rating of 72.1 and a slope of 133. Five sets of tees provide an enjoyable experience for golfers of all abilities. They also have a great practice facility too, with a recently renovated driving range, a complete short game practice area with a bunker, and two large putting greens. The majority of the fairways are very wide and generous off the tee. The Paspalum greens are also large and receptive with great undulation and contouring.
My favorite par 4 is Number 6 which plays 337 yards from the White tees. It’s a tight driving hole, with water on both sides and a narrow landing area. Move back to the Black Tees (368 yards) and the tee shot is downright scary! Launch a long tee shot right and you’re most likely in the houses. Success off the tee on this dogleg right will leave a short iron or wedge into a relatively flat green, protected with sand on both sides. Take a par and run!
The finishing hole is a straight 352-yard par 4 with all kinds of trouble on the right side. The water on the right side starts about 76 yards from the tee and stretches for about 160 yards, plus there’s a bunker in the landing area about 200 yards off the tee on the right side as well. A good tee shot that favors the left side is best and will leave a short iron or wedge into the green, which is protected front right by a bunker. Par (or better) is always a great way to finish.
it’s only heard by your group, not the entire course. Multiple speakers can be paired together so that the entire group here’s the same music (or game). The 5-hour battery life should last long enough to get you around the course and at a mere $40, it’s a sound investment! PUMA has always been a trendsetter in the golf industry – the new Pop Top Mini Speaker just solidifies this. It’s available in either Black or White! See it on the Cobra/Puma website at 
midsection creating a golf spin on the traditional rugby shirt. The CLOUDSPUN fabric has an ultra-soft feel and four-way stretch to move with you through your golf swing and its moisture-wicking properties keep you cool and dry through your entire round. You’ll find the CLOUDSPUN Taylor Golf Polo on a number of PUMA’s tour professionals. You can recognize it by the subtle “P” label on the hem and the iconic “cat” logo on the left sleeve. It’s available in sizes S – 3XL and in 11 PUMA colors.
Another great CLOUDSPUN piece is PUMA’s CLOUDSPUN Crewneck which is destined to become one of your favorite golf sweaters. The circular knit, 4-way stretch, and UV 40 SPF take golf performance apparel to the next level. It’s incredibly soft and inspires match-winning confidence in a stylish golf sweater. The cat logo on the chest identifies the brand. The CLOUDSPUN Golf Crewneck is available in sizes S – 3XL and in 7 colors. PUMA also offers a CLOUDSPUN Crew for the ladies. Their Colorblock Crew provides four-way stretch and warmth while maintaining the style and sophistication standards PUMA is known for. The Women’s CLOUDSPUN Colorblock Crew is available in XS – XXL and in Peachskin, Super Lemon, Thyme, or Peacoat. The iconic ‘Cat” logo can be found on the left hip.
Ladies will quickly fall in love with PUMA’s PWRSHAPE Golf Pants. The PWRSHAPE waistband delivers a smooth silhouette and unmatched comfort. Golf Pants have never felt – or looked – so good. The DRYCELL moisture wicking technology will keep you cool and comfortable from the first tee to the 18th green. The PWRSHAPE Golf Pant is available in sizes 2XS – 2XL and in several colors: Bright White, Dark Denim, PUMA Black, and Peacoat.