CMAS MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION

Bob Sosolik - CMAS Membership Chairperson

CMAS is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the preservation and education of marine aquarists and their hobby. For more in-depth history and information read "About CMAS" and "Meetings" (links found on home page). CMAS is supported by area pet stores by giving members a 10-15% discount on their purchases. These generous merchants are listed under "CMAS supporters" and you are encouraged to patronize them.

How much does a CMAS membership cost and what do I get?

To join our great organization APPLICATION:

  • Regular - $15.00/year
  • Student (18 or under) - $8.00/year

Our society is aimed at ALL marine aquarists regardless of experience. You will get to meet and make friends with many knowledgeable people in your hobby at our monthly meetings. You will also receive the following benefits: these web pages, guest speakers, raffles, field trips, discounts from area pet stores, and much more!!!! The majority of our meetings are held at the new Schaumburg Public Library, on the SW corner of Roselle and Schaumburg Roads, in the Town Hall Shopping Mall.

APPLICATION to join CMAS

To join CMAS, click on the following link to obtain an APPLICATION. Print out the application. Fill it out and mail it, along with a check made out to CMAS, to the address on the application.

Alternately, you can attend a meeting and fill out an application at the meeting. You can attend most meetings without becoming a member. This is a great way for prospective members to gather information about CMAS. Note that some special meetings (generally field trips) are restricted to members only. This will be noted on the web site. You can still attend these special meetings provided you join the same day of the meeting.

Directions to Schaumburg Public Library

Click here for Directions.

Non-members requesting more information

If you need more information you can e-mail Bob Sosolik at twoslik904@sbcglobal.net. Another option is to attend one of the meetings listed on this web site, ask questions, and receive an application. (Check the web site to make sure it is not a meeting restricted to members only.)

If you are computer-challenged and a friend is reading this to you. Have your friend e-mail your questions and mailing address to Bob Sosolik at twoslik904@sbcglobal.net. You can also mail your questions and address to Bob at the address listed on the APPLICATION. You will be put on a temporary mailing list and receive the next newsletter (a brief one page summary of the web site).


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