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
Laurel Hill Golf Course, nestled in the heart of Central Point, Oregon, offers an exceptional golfing experience for players of all skill levels. Designed by renowned architect Harvey Granger and established in 1977, this well-maintained 9-hole executive course boasts a par of 31 and stretches across 1,915 yards. With a slope rating of 102 and a rating of 31.2 for men (slightly lower for women), Laurel Hill strikes a perfect balance between challenge and accessibility. The course features a diverse range of hole lengths and strategically positioned bunkers, ensuring an engaging and dynamic golfing experience. Amenities such as carts, club rentals, and pull carts are available, while practice facilities like a driving range, putting green, and pitching/chipping area cater to golfers seeking to hone their skills. The friendly staff and welcoming clubhouse create an inviting atmosphere, making Laurel Hill Golf Course a top choice for golfers seeking a delightful escape amidst picturesque surroundings.
Golfers who have graced the fairways of Laurel Hill Golf Course are unanimous in their praise. The course's enjoyable layout and friendly staff have garnered rave reviews. One satisfied player described it as a "nice local 9-hole course north of Medford" with an abundance of trees, while another lauded its suitability for a quick and enjoyable round with a spouse.
The course conditions at Laurel Hill, while not exceptional, are generally deemed satisfactory. However, it is the exceptional value and pace of play that truly set this course apart. Golfers consistently express their delight at the affordability of Laurel Hill, without compromising on the quality of their golfing experience. The course's difficulty level is considered extremely easy, making it an ideal destination for beginners or those seeking a more relaxed golfing experience. The friendly and welcoming staff further enhances the overall experience, creating a positive and inviting atmosphere that makes Laurel Hill Golf Course a hidden gem in Central Point.
The Links Card wholeheartedly concurs with the positive sentiments expressed by golfers regarding Laurel Hill Golf Course. This publicly accessible 9-hole course offers an exceptional value proposition, providing an enjoyable golfing experience without straining the budget. The course conditions, while not immaculate, are more than adequate, and the pace of play is commendable.
What truly distinguishes Laurel Hill Golf Course is its relaxed atmosphere and picturesque setting. The tree-lined fairways and scenic views create a tranquil and visually captivating backdrop for a round of golf. While specific details about amenities are not readily available, it is safe to assume that Laurel Hill offers the essential facilities expected of a quality golf course, such as carts and club rentals, as well as practice areas for golfers to refine their skills.
In conclusion, Laurel Hill Golf Course stands as an excellent choice for golfers seeking an affordable, accessible, and enjoyable golfing experience in Central Point, Oregon. Its relaxed atmosphere, combined with beautiful surroundings and friendly staff, make it a must-visit destination for both local enthusiasts and visiting golfers alike.
*Our information is based on reviews and descriptions from across the internet
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mens M: 62.0/102 | 265 | 170 | 150 | 110 | 145 | 175 | 310 | 310 | 280 | 1915 | 3830 |
| Ladies W: 62.3/103 | 265 | 170 | 150 | 110 | 145 | 175 | 310 | 310 | 280 | 1915 | 3830 |
| Red/blue M: 59.8/102 W: 63.3/97 | 252 | 156 | 127 | 93 | 124 | 162 | 293 | 295 | 266 | 1768 | 3669 |
| Red M: 59.4/101 W: 62.6/95 | 252 | 156 | 127 | 93 | 124 | 162 | 293 | 295 | 266 | 1768 | 3536 |
| Handicap | 7 | 11 | 13 | 17 | 15 | 9 | 5 | 3 | 1 |
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Men’s | 31 | 1915 yards | 31.2 | 102 |
| Ladies’ | 31 | 1915 yards | 31.1 | 103 |
**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.
We offer free memberships for your employees to use at other partner courses for access to the same perks available to our paying members. Your staff's cards will carry your courses' name and their name so they're identified as industry insiders.New in 2022: an unofficial industry rate program. At the request of several partner courses, we're creating a section in our listings for insider rates that are only visible and available to registered staff members. Participation by your course is optionalYour staff memberships will stay active as long as your course remains active on the platformOur 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.