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 serene landscapes of Rice Lake, Wisconsin, Lynndale's Golf Course invites golfers of all skill levels to immerse themselves in a picturesque golfing paradise. Established in 1967 and meticulously designed by renowned architect Wayne Stiles, this par-72 course boasts challenging fairways and pristine greens that put your skills to the test. With a slope rating of [slope] and a course rating of [rating], Lynndale's promises an enjoyable and rewarding experience for seasoned players and beginners alike. The course's strategic layout encourages thoughtful play while captivating you with breathtaking views of the surrounding natural beauty. Whether you seek to refine your game or simply relish a tranquil round of golf, Lynndale's Golf Course stands as a must-visit destination for any golf enthusiast exploring the region.
While specific player reviews for Lynndale's Golf Course are currently limited, the course's features and amenities suggest an enjoyable golfing experience. The 9-hole public course, designed by architect Todd Severud in 2002, offers well-maintained grass greens and fairways, ensuring a visually pleasing and challenging round. Golfers can test their skills on the demanding Par-5 fourth hole, stretching 507 yards from the Blue tees. Additionally, the course provides rental carts and clubs, catering to the needs of visiting golfers. While player feedback would provide valuable insights into aspects such as staff friendliness and overall course conditions, Lynndale's Golf Course appears to offer a solid golfing experience for enthusiasts visiting Barron County.
The Links Card, a trusted source for golf course evaluations, holds Lynndale's Golf Course in high regard for its exceptional value. Nestled in the charming town of Rice Lake, Wisconsin, this 9-hole public course offers a fantastic golfing experience at an affordable price. With a manageable par of 37 and a total length of 3427 yards, the course presents a delightful challenge for golfers of varying skill levels. The well-maintained grass greens and fairways further enhance the course's appeal, providing a visually stunning and enjoyable playing environment. Notable features include the challenging Par-5 fourth hole, demanding precision and strategy. While specific user reviews are currently limited, amenities such as rental carts and clubs add to the convenience and enjoyment of visiting golfers. Overall, Lynndale's Golf Course promises a solid round of golf in Barron County without straining your budget, making it an ideal choice for those seeking an affordable yet high-quality golfing experience amidst picturesque surroundings.
*Our information is based on reviews and descriptions from across the internet
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue M: 36.5/123 | 390 | 504 | 507 | 162 | 398 | 400 | 394 | 153 | 519 | 3427 | 3427 |
| White M: 35.3/121 W: 35.8/123 | 370 | 470 | 472 | 146 | 376 | 368 | 348 | 141 | 499 | 3190 | 3190 |
| Red W: 35.1/119 | 327 | 426 | 424 | 130 | 338 | 327 | 304 | 129 | 442 | 2847 | 2847 |
| Handicap | 7 | 3 | 4 | 9 | 1 | 6 | 5 | 8 | 2 | ||
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 36 |
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 37 | 3427 yards | 35.9 | 121 |
| White | 37 | 3190 yards | 35.0 | 116 |
| Red (W) | 37 | 2847 yards | 35.7 | 119 |
**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.