See NARA Bylaws for more information on the specific types of clubs.

Policy 400:  Forming a NARA Club

To become a "forming" NARA Club you must:

• Have a minimum of 3 NARA Members

• Submit the following information to the NARA Secretary:

  - The name of your club

  - The names of your Board Members

  - A list of your members and their NARA membership numbers

  - A copy of your Bylaws  (sample bylaws may be obtained here)

To become an "affiliate" NARA Club you must:

• Meet all the criteria of a forming club

• Have been a forming club for a minimum of 1 year

• Have successfully conducted at least one (1) NARA-approved trial / seminar

• Submit the following information to the NARA Secretary along with your request for affiliate status:

  - The names of your Board Members

  - A list of your members and their NARA membership numbers

  - A copy of your current by-laws

Additional Information on Club Responsibilities:  Policy 410:  Club Responsibilities Policy