About Membership

Since 1927, Northwestern Connecticut Sportsmen’s Association, Inc. has been funded through membership and powered by member volunteers.

If accepted, each applicant should expect to conduct themselves in a manner that supports and enhances the purpose and reputation of NWCSA.

Overview

Following is summary of our application process, with answers to commonly asked questions. Current application fees, dues and mailing instructions can be viewed on our application in the last section.

Preparation

At the conclusion of our membership renewal program each fall, NWCSA Board of Directors review total membership to determine available openings for new applicants.

Important Notes:

  1. Applications are accepted year-round
  2. Applications received prior to October 31st are considered for our current fiscal year
  3. Membership is not guaranteed

Our application has 5 sections and can be completed within 10-15 minutes with minimal preparation:

  1. Personal Information
  2. Member Sponsors*
  3. NRA Membership ID
  4. Current Permits/Licenses
  5. Background Questionnaire
  6. Submission Instructions

*You need to submit (at least) 1 sponsoring member on the application. If you don’t know anyone, we recommend that you attend or participate in a few ‘Public’ events (as noted on our Calendar). It’s the best way to experience our club and introduce yourself to potential sponsors.

All new applications are received and reviewed for completeness by our Membership Committee.

Once vetted, they are submitted to our Board of Directors. Applicants are matched to available openings as they become available.

Membership can only be granted with Board approval.

Invitation

When an applicant is selected, the membership committee prepares an invitation and posts it by mail. If you receive an invitation:

  1. Open it immediately, and
  2. Read it thoroughly

Your invite contains important next steps on your path to NWCSA membership!

Acceptance

A lot can happen between submitting your Application and receiving your Invitation, so to confirm your interest, you will be required to:

  1. Attend a Membership ‘Vote-In’ Meeting, and
  2. Remit your 1st year Dues and Assessment, and
  3. Provide your NRA Member Number (if not supplied on your application)

Orientation

Once confirmed, you are required to attend a scheduled Club Orientation; a full day session that covers the rules, general information, and a facilities walking tour.

This must be completed within 60 days of the vote-in!

Your invitation will list optional dates, typically within 1-3 weeks of your vote-in. If you are not able to attend a scheduled Orientation, it is your responsibility to inform the Membership Committee to make alternate arrangements.

Probation

Effective the date you complete Orientation, you are placed on 90-day probation. During this time, you can enjoy club amenities with other members, however…

You Can Not Sponsor Guests During Probation!

Once probation is completed, in good standing, you are welcome to sponsor guests per Club Rules.

Membership Application

Option 1: Fillable PDF

    • Click the link to open
    • Complete all required fields
    • Print
    • Download copy to file (optional)
    • Sign and mail

Option 2: Pen and Ink

    1. Click the link to open
    2. Print (or download for later)
    3. Complete all required fields
    4. Sign and mail

Important Notes:

Contact our membership committee if:

  1. You have any questions about our membership process
  2. You changed any contact information submitted on your application

Thank you for your interest in NWCSA!