Range Operator Tips Archive

  • “While bars aim for peak time because they are trying to lure in drinkers away from competition, most ranges will be aiming to bring in golfers who would otherwise not...

    Happy Hour

    “While bars aim for peak time because they are trying to lure in drinkers away from competition, most ranges will be aiming to bring in golfers who would otherwise not…

  • “Before you order anything, build one and toe a few balls off of the driver into it to see what happens.” Solid constructions between golfers, or bay dividers, seem to...

    Bay Dividers

    “Before you order anything, build one and toe a few balls off of the driver into it to see what happens.” Solid constructions between golfers, or bay dividers, seem to…

  • “On a driving range there is a distinct lack of concrete reward for the casual visitor and keen golfer alike.” I must have seen 20 different types of short range...

    Chipping Nets

    “On a driving range there is a distinct lack of concrete reward for the casual visitor and keen golfer alike.” I must have seen 20 different types of short range…

  • “As alluring as water and the idea of a splash is to excite the golfers, I can only offer caution if you are considering a water feature on the outfield.”...

    Water Features

    “As alluring as water and the idea of a splash is to excite the golfers, I can only offer caution if you are considering a water feature on the outfield.”…

  • “The concept is very straightforward, if an adult buys a basket of balls they can have a second basket free for the kids to hit.” This month’s observation comes from...

    Kids Hit Free

    “The concept is very straightforward, if an adult buys a basket of balls they can have a second basket free for the kids to hit.” This month’s observation comes from…

  • For golf to stay healthy, we need more young people. One very powerful way to do this is to offer free group lessons on the range for juniors. The average...

    Free Lessons to Junior Beginners

    For golf to stay healthy, we need more young people. One very powerful way to do this is to offer free group lessons on the range for juniors. The average…