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 amidst the breathtaking landscapes of Buckhannon, West Virginia, Buckhannon Country Club invites golfers of all skill levels to embark on a delightful golfing journey. Designed by renowned architects and established in [year], this course boasts [number] meticulously crafted holes that meander through scenic vistas, offering a diverse range of terrain challenges. With a par of [par] and a slope rating of [slope]/[rating], it strikes a perfect balance between enjoyment and challenge, catering to those seeking to hone their skills or simply relish a relaxing round. The club's commitment to excellence is evident in its well-maintained facilities and warm, welcoming atmosphere, making it a haven for both locals and visitors alike.
While there aren't any player reviews currently available for Buckhannon Country Club, we can delve into what the course has to offer based on its features and details. Steeped in history, the club's 9-hole private course, established in 1921, exudes a classic charm that transports golfers back in time. The course spans over 3050 yards with a par of 36, providing a manageable yet engaging layout. Despite the absence of an on-site driving range, golfers can hone their short game on the well-maintained putting green. The dress code, which requires collared shirts, maintains a traditional ambiance, while the availability of carts and a snack bar ensures convenience for visitors. Although player feedback would provide valuable insights, one can anticipate a serene round surrounded by picturesque views and the warm hospitality of the club's staff.
Buckhannon Country Club stands as a testament to the enduring allure of classic golf experiences. Nestled in the heart of Buckhannon, this private 9-hole course, established in 1921, offers a tranquil escape for golfers seeking a respite from the hustle and bustle of daily life. The meticulously maintained fairways and greens, spanning 3050 yards with a par of 36, provide a challenging yet enjoyable layout for players of all skill levels. While there are currently no user reviews available, one can envision a round of golf amidst breathtaking scenery and the friendly camaraderie of the club's members. Although the course lacks an on-site driving range, the putting green offers ample opportunities for practice. With its traditional dress code adding to the ambiance and conveniences like carts and a snack bar, Buckhannon Country Club promises great value for your next golfing adventure.
*Our information is based on reviews and descriptions from across the internet
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Champion M: 69.6/118 | 348 | 363 | 206 | 488 | 255 | 391 | 334 | 513 | 152 | 3050 | 6052 |
| Member M: 65.2/115 | 304 | 272 | 183 | 356 | 250 | 370 | 295 | 461 | 140 | 2631 | 5205 |
| Club W: 67.1/106 | 240 | 272 | 164 | 348 | 109 | 337 | 297 | 410 | 132 | 2309 | 4623 |
| Handicap | 11 | 3 | 9 | 17 | 15 | 1 | 7 | 5 | 13 | ||
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 71 |
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Men’s | 36 | 3050 yards | 34.7 | 121 |
| Seniors | 36 | 2736 yards | 32.5 | 112 |
| Ladies | 35 | 2408 yards | 33.6 | 104 |
**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.