| Every golf course wants to be successful and | | | | benches, ball cleaners, etc. on the course |
| attract new players. It isn't easy. Maintaining a golf | | | | - Women's locker room or rest area |
| course takes a lot of work and a great deal of | | | | - Women's League |
| money. It's not just a matter of keeping the | | | | - Women's Clinics |
| fairways mowed and the sand bunkers clear of | | | | - Woman golf instructor, LPGA |
| rocks. Beyond the constant attention to the | | | | - Tournaments and other special events |
| detailed upkeep, golf course personnel have to | | | | - Special discounts for women or special play days |
| consistently deal with the public in a friendly and | | | | - A good selection of women's clothing, shoes and |
| welcoming manner. Anything less will certainly not | | | | accessories in the pro shop |
| help with the bottom line. | | | | These are just a few of the features that help |
| The fastest growing segment of golfers today is | | | | attract and keep women golfers as members of |
| women between the ages of 18 - 28. Golf | | | | a golf club. Sometimes the features are obvious, |
| courses seeking to attract this up and coming | | | | some might be more obscure. Golf clubs looking |
| segment of the golfing public need to be aware | | | | to improve their "woman friendly" atmosphere, |
| of some essentials that will help make their club | | | | should provide the opportunity for their members |
| more "woman friendly." And women golfers | | | | and visitors to review their course on a regular |
| should be on the lookout to support those clubs | | | | basis, listening to constructive feedback especially |
| that make the effort to attract women golfers. | | | | from the women players. More than likely the |
| "Woman Friendly" features might include: | | | | improvements targeted for the women players |
| - Thoughtful placement of women's tees, | | | | will benefit the men as well. |