The Wildlife Links Program represents golf's first comprehensive investigation of the game's relationship with wildlife and its habitat. It was established in early 1995 to fund research, management, and education projects needed to provide the game of golf with state-of-the-art information on wildlife management issues. The USGA will contribute $200,000 annually for funding. Since the program began more than 17 projects committing more than $700,000 have been funded to enhance wildlife conservation on golf courses.
Wildlife Links: Improving Golf's Environmental Game
A 24-page publication offering practical advice on wildlife and habitat conservation on the golf course.


Currently Funded Projects
Data Management System for Information on Wildlife Habitat on Golf Course
Golf Courses & Bird Conservation: A Management Manual
Wetlands Management Manual for Golf Courses
Pesticides & Nutrients in Surface Waters Associated with Golf Courses
Amphibian Conservation on Golf Courses
Conservation of Native Pollinators on Golf Courses
Avian Community Response to Golf Courses
Corridor Establishment for an Endangered South Florida Butterfly
Golf Courses as Hotspots for Biodiversity in the Desert Southwest
Native Biodiversity and Golf Courses in Midwestern Landscapes



Projects Funded in the Past
Data Management System for Information on Wildlife Habitat on Golf Course
Golf Courses & Bird Conservation: A Management Manual
Wetlands Management Manual for Golf Courses
Pesticides & Nutrients in Surface Waters Associated with Golf Courses
Amphibian Conservation on Golf Courses
Conservation of Native Pollinators on Golf Courses
Effects of Golf Course Construction on Amphibian Movement
and Population Size
Burrowing Owl Conservation on Golf Courses