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Big Summer Golf Card Kicks Off Season With New Courses and Added Benefits
Six new golf clubs join to expand cardholder savings options to 54 courses
Caption: One of the added benefits of being a Big Summer Golf Card holder is the exclusive Monday play dates at the famed Ritz-Carlton Golf Club, which run every Monday in May and other times throughout the season.
Kicking off the summer golf season, Big Summer Golf Card® (BSGC) is giving local and visiting golfers even greater incentive to get their game on and become a BSGC member with the addition of six new courses, additional prize rewards and exclusive play dates throughout the summer.
New Courses for 2016
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Adding more value for BSGC members at popular Gulf Coast area courses, Bobby Jones, Rosedale, The Landings in Clearwater, Clearwater Country Club, Stoneybrook at Heritage Harbour and The Preserve at Tara have joined BSGC to offer seasonal specials and pricing.
About Big Summer Golf Card
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Offering preferred pricing on green fees and cart at 54 courses along Florida’s Gulf Coast as well as south and central Florida, residents and visitors alike can reap the benefits that also include card holder specials, Big Money Tour℠ eligibility for cash and equipment prizes at 19 courses, unlimited play at favorite area courses from May through October, and special rate offers through December 2016.
The Deals and Details
Reduced green fees and cart at great area courses May through October 2016 with special rate offers through December at most participating courses
Minimum 25 percent price reduction from the daily green fee rate at 19 “exclusive” courses that only accept the Big Summer Golf Card as a privilege card
Automatic eligibility to participate in the “Big Money Tour℠” at 19 participating courses, which includes cash and prizes totaling $30,000 ($5,000 every month). Entries are now gained by playing just four rounds a month at the participating courses.
Soon-to-be-announced new Hole-in-One contest offering an exciting end of season shoot out
Monthly random prize drawing that rewards three golfers every month May thru October with new golf equipment
Published and on-line course guide providing detailed information on the 54 participating golf courses and clubs including rates, information and location maps
Special play dates reserved at leading private clubs giving exclusive access to cardholders and exclusive Ritz-Carlton Golf Club Monday play dates.
Traditionally closed on Mondays, The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club is offering BSGC members the opportunity to play the acclaimed Tom Fazio designed 18-hole course at privileged pricing of $75/person + tax. All players must be Big Summer Golf Card holders. Advanced reservations are required and can be made by calling The Ritz-Carlton at 941-309-2900 or by email at golfgames@ritzcarlton.com.
The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club Big Summer Golf Card® May Play Dates
May 2 – 8:00 a.m. Shotgun only
May 9 – 1:30 p.m. Shotgun only
May 16 – 1:30 p.m. Shotgun only
May 23 – 1:30 p.m. Shotgun only
Additional dates through the summer will be announced monthly.
Ongoing email alerts to cardholders with special offers and promotions from area courses
E-news updates on courses, rates and other offers throughout the year
Cost
$60/card*
*The Big Summer Golf Card® can pay for itself in less than three rounds with all rates including green fees and ½ cart
More information & how to purchase
For a list of participating courses, more information and/or to purchase the 2016 Big Summer Golf Card on-line, visit www.bigsummergolf.com or call 941-923-2232.