The Links Card is the next evolution of a discount card.
We’re creating a network of partner courses that are using collective marketing benefits to drive traffic into hard to market slots – expiring tee times.
From members
From partner courses
Years in the business
gaps filled every year
Remember, our primary goal is to protect your brand so we encourage you to use restrictions in order to limit your offer to where you need results. That might be 24 hour advanced booking and limited to Mondays after 12pm or no limit booking 7 days a week. It's wherever you want results.
Tighter restrictions can limit traffic but it protects your brand and yields.
This is a very common question and concern for both courses and golfers. How many times can an offer be redeemed?
Because of the nature of our platform, our default is unlimited because we want to continually drive results into the time frames you need whether or not it's accomplished by the same golfer over and over. This creates a long term affect where value golfers are pushed into slots you need filled - ie, turning them into an effective yield management crowd.
However, you're welcome to limit the number of uses. Just add it as a restriction.
Once we have our restrictions set, it's time to figure out an offer to drive traffic into our desired time frames. First, consider the opportunity cost. If your tee time expires at $0, what would you wish you had sold it for?
Next consider the restrictions. If you have broad restrictions like 7 day advanced booking and good anytime then we suggest smaller savings. If you're using 24 hour advanced booking on weekdays only, we suggest a larger discount to motivate action.
We will say that the most successful offers are tighter restrictions + bigger savings.
Of course, there are plenty of other factors to consider like audience size, demographics, or even the season. Luckily, your offer isn't set in stone and you can change it anytime throughout the year.
Carts are another opportunity for win-win.
Including them can boost the effectiveness of your offer and keep your pace of play where you want it.
90% of our partner courses include them.
This is the savings off your retail rates for greens fees and cart fees, if applicable.
Not currently a partner course
Nestled in the picturesque city of Eden Prairie, Minnesota, Bearpath Golf & Country Club stands as a testament to the art of golf course design. Crafted by the legendary Jack Nicklaus and Bruce Borland, this private 18-hole course offers a challenging par of 72 and spans an impressive 7030 yards. With a slope rating of 139 and course rating of 74.4, Bearpath provides an exhilarating test for golfers of all skill levels. The meticulously designed layout features strategically placed hazards and undulating greens, demanding precision and finesse to conquer the course. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting your golfing journey, Bearpath promises an unforgettable experience amidst its stunning natural surroundings.
Bearpath Golf & Country Club has garnered widespread acclaim from golfers, earning rave reviews for its exceptional qualities. One enthusiastic golfer, Ienjoygolfing75, bestowed upon Bearpath a perfect 5-star rating, describing it as an absolute treat. The meticulously maintained course conditions, with pristine fairways and lightning-fast greens that roll true like glass, were particularly lauded. The course layout also received high praise, offering multiple tee options that cater to players of all skill levels, along with several truly remarkable holes.
Beyond the course itself, Bearpath excels in providing top-notch amenities that enhance the golfing experience. The well-stocked pro shop offers an array of high-quality merchandise, while the country club restaurant delights with its delectable culinary offerings. Practice areas for chipping, putting, and bunker play allow golfers to hone their skills and perfect their game. However, it is the warm and welcoming staff that truly sets Bearpath apart, creating an atmosphere where every golfer feels at home.
The Links Card wholeheartedly concurs with the glowing reviews of Bearpath Golf & Country Club. This private course delivers exceptional value, offering a combination of pristine golfing conditions, outstanding amenities, and unparalleled hospitality. The meticulously maintained course, challenging layout, and array of practice facilities ensure that golfers of all skill levels can enjoy a truly memorable experience.
Bearpath's commitment to excellence extends beyond the course, with its well-appointed pro shop and delectable dining options. The friendly and knowledgeable staff further elevates the experience, ensuring that every golfer feels valued and welcome. The Links Card highly recommends Bearpath Golf & Country Club to discerning golfers seeking an exceptional golfing experience in Eden Prairie, Minnesota.
*Our information is based on reviews and descriptions from across the internet
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Championship M: 72.6/133 | 346 | 512 | 386 | 398 | 412 | 172 | 404 | 181 | 512 | 3323 | 444 | 195 | 519 | 182 | 375 | 525 | 334 | 383 | 440 | 3397 | 6720 |
| Champ/Member M: 71.3/130 | 298 | 512 | 370 | 398 | 392 | 160 | 384 | 156 | 512 | 3182 | 444 | 175 | 519 | 162 | 355 | 525 | 334 | 371 | 403 | 3288 | 6470 |
| Member M: 70.9/129 W: 76.7/133 | 298 | 490 | 370 | 350 | 392 | 153 | 377 | 149 | 486 | 3065 | 415 | 175 | 505 | 151 | 355 | 514 | 320 | 371 | 403 | 3209 | 6274 |
| Intermediate M: 68.3/125 W: 73.6/126 | 268 | 478 | 323 | 355 | 327 | 143 | 355 | 145 | 461 | 2855 | 370 | 138 | 482 | 149 | 326 | 491 | 288 | 330 | 347 | 2921 | 5776 |
| Intermediate/Forward M: 67.1/122 W: 72.0/123 | 268 | 478 | 264 | 355 | 322 | 143 | 355 | 92 | 461 | 2738 | 370 | 138 | 411 | 149 | 326 | 433 | 288 | 330 | 347 | 2792 | 5530 |
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nicklaus | 72 | 7030 yards | 74.4 | 139 |
| Championship | 72 | 6610 yards | 72.4 | 136 |
| Championship/Member | 72 | 6407 yards | 71.6 | 134 |
| Member | 72 | 6274 yards | 71.0 | 133 |
| Member (W) | 72 | 6274 yards | 76.4 | 145 |
**We have not verified the course website. Many links are based on google search results**
Our partner courses have come to love, enjoy, and look forward to their staff memberships each year.
Our members call your proshop and identify themselves as Links Card members. When paying their greens fees, they show their membership card to your staff.
You can restrict it to a 1 time offer or allow our members to redeem it as many times as they'd like.
Most of our partner courses allow for unlimited redemption because the special offer restrictions are so beneficial yields.
We don't charge our partner courses to participate on The Links Card platform.
Our revenue comes from selling memberships to golfers to access the special offers.
We simply want you to have the systems in place to reduce $0 tee times, even if they are rare for you.
Our platform allows you to create offers that increase demand during times that you need it, even if it's as small of a window as after 2pm on Mondays.
From what we've seen, it's the time frame when chances of bookings drop drastically and the expected value of a tee time rapidly approaches $0. For most courses, it's the last 24 hours before a tee time.
24 hours if our default but you're welcome to extend your offer out to meet the needs of your course. For example, a more rural course may want to use 72 hours while a resort near a city may want to use 24 hours
Great question and you absolutely can!
It's easy enough to build out an audience of value golfers. From what we've heard from our partner courses, the more difficult and time consuming part is utilizing them without damaging your brand.
Instead of adding another set of processes to your to do list, you can leverage The Links Card and our process to increase your yields for free.
If your course is consistently booked with foursomes and zero gaps, we congratulate you!
The Links Card is a platform that let's you put systems in place to reduce $0 tee times, even if they are rare for you.