If you are interested in our projects and opportunities to learn about railroads and how to model them, and want to attend our weekly work sessions, please consider becoming a member. We ask that you attend several meetings first. Then request and fill out an application form.

The categories of membership are:

Regular – Any person interested in the purposes of this organization as set forth in the Constitution and
Bylaws will be eligible for regular membership regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, or
ancestry providing the person is at least eighteen(18) years of age. Regular members shall have full voting
rights, may participate in all society activities, chair and/or serve on committees and run for elected office.

Family – A Family membership is available to any Regular Member and shall consist of a member’s spouse
and dependents less than 12 years of age. Family members are encouraged to participate in the organization’s
meetings, trips, activities, etc., however, family members will not have the right to vote, hold office, or
participate in the government of the organization.

Associate – Associate membership is available to any “Regular Member.” who, for personal or business
reasons, can no longer participate as a “Regular Member.” This member may be out of town/state but wishes to
remain in good standing with the organization. This member retains all rights of regular membership with the
exception that he/she may not hold office.

Youth – Any youth (12 to 17) years old may become a member of this organization if his/her parent or
guardian give consent and this youth has shown interest. Youth members shall have full voting rights, may
participate in all Society activities, chair and/or serve on committees. Youth members may not run for or hold
elected office.
College Student – Any College student (18 to 22) years old may become a member of this organization.
College Student members will have full voting rights, may participate in all Society activities, chair and/or
serve on committees. College Student members may not run for or hold office due to the temporary nature
of their residency.
Contributing – This is an individual who has shown interest in the organization and wishes to support our
purposes, but only in a monetary way. Contributing members will be recognized by the MVRRHS for their
donations as specified by the Board of Directors. Contributing members shall not participate in any way with
the government of this organization.