Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know The Preserve/The Links.
Total Programs
18
18 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
83
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The Preserve/The Links, identifying the specific skills this course demands most. The skill distribution below shows which areas of your game will be tested most frequently based on the hole-by-hole analysis (hole handicaps, stroke index, yardage, etc.), while the handicap ranges indicate the typical player profiles who perform well here.
Focus your practice on these key skills to maximize improvement and lower your scores. Check the practice programs below for targeted drills that address these specific skills.
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Skill Distribution
The handicap ranges shown represent the typical performance levels for this course. Players within these ranges can expect competitive scores, while those outside may yield benefits or may need additional practice in the highlighted skill areas to perform at their best.
Top Drills
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Make 10 out of 20 putts from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Make a DIY 9 hole medium-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.
Complete the Ladder Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Make a DIY 9 hole hard-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.
Up to 5 players play medium-difficulty 9 hole ‘PAR 2’ DIY course. Best final score wins.
Make a DIY 9 hole medium-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.
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5800 Coastal Ridge Drive
Bay Harbor Golf Club is a premier resort-style golf destination on Little Traverse Bay near Petoskey, Michigan, featuring a 27-hole-course layout across three distinct nines designed by Arthur Hills. The club offers semi-private access for public guests to play, dine, and host events, with exclusive member benefits and a calendar of social activities. Visitors can also enjoy dining at The Links Grille and explore accommodations at Inn at Bay Harbor, emphasizing a luxury lakeside experience within a resort community. The property blends challenging coastal golf with scenic views of Lake Michg.
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Holes
27
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Arthur Hills
Opened
1997
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Drill Library
Explore the full on-course drill library built for this venue. Open any drill to review setup, coaching instructions, and target scoring benchmarks.
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Curated selection of drills based on The Preserve/The Links hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on The Preserve/The Links hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on The Preserve/The Links hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on The Preserve/The Links hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on The Preserve/The Links hole-by-hole data.
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Programs
We studied the course layout and prepared practice programs to lower your scores. The programs are purpose-built for each tee to align with the course strategy. Each program consists of curated drills, with pre-defined modules designed to deliver results.
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Showing 18 Programs
% match to course practice profileRepeat putts until consistent, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Align eyes over the ball, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The Preserve/The Links. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Full 46 days 64 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Line Every Short Putt Precisely
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Focus On Green Reading
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Sand
Sand Shot 5–15 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip Through Gate for Aim
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Get your feet, hips, and clubface working together for pure contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0
Short Game · Mixed
Vary your landing spot and see how close you can get
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control the arc: launch it where you want it to go
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Center of the green: reduce spread on wedges
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Challenge: eliminate off-target wedge shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Full flagship program designed around The Preserve/The Links hole by hole data. Contains 46 practice days and 42 unique drills.
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Square up, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get StartedPitch from fairway, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control driver arc, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Fly out and stop close, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid rough with woods, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Eliminate off-target wedges, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedAvoid fringe with mid irons, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Eliminate off-target wedges, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing The Preserve/The Links and what to expect.
From a scoring perspective, The Preserve/The Links challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6000 yards. The back tees extend to 6500 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
With a course rating of 70 and par 72, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 72 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
The course follows a traditional Parkland design philosophy. Overall, the setup will reward players who place the ball in safe positions far from hazards. Also, type of shot is more crucial rather than just trying to gain distance.
The combination of a slope rating of 120 and yardage reaching 6500 yards creates consistent pressure on approach shots. You will need to balance risk and reward, especially on longer par 4s and protected greens.
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