Joining the Pemigewasset Valley Fish and Game Club
We are a members-only organization, i.e., an IRS-recognized 501(c)(7) not-for-profit.
Joining the PVFG Club is an easy two-step process:
- Complete and submit a membership application. See Step 1 below.
- New Members must attend a New Member Orientation (NeMO) where you will receive your membership name badge, range access card and pemi.org username & password. See Step 2 below.
Step 1. Membership:
The Pemi Club membership consists of individuals, couples, and families.
We welcome members regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, or beliefs. Our members come from different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We share a common interest to improve ourselves, support each other, and contribute in valuable ways.
Our membership year runs from January 1 to December 31. Annual dues are NOT prorated for partial year memberships.
Previous members whose membership has expired or was terminated in accordance with Club By-Laws will be subject to all requirements as a New Member.
New Member applications received between October 15th and December 31st receive these months free with payment for the new year. These gratis months (Oct 15th thru Dec 31st) do not apply to renewing members who are changing membership type which take effect Jan 1st the following year.
Joining is easy. You may:
- use the Membership Online tab (below) to apply and pay with a credit card (a 3% convenience fee will be added).
- use the Membership by Mail tab (below) for a printable application form; complete the form and mail with a check or money order payment.
- pick up a paper application at a range kiosk; clearly print the information required, and put the completed form with applicable payment in the metal lockbox available at that kiosk.
On the application form, choose the membership type that suits you best:
- Individual Membership (18 years and older) – $150.
- New Members pay a $20 administration fee to cover credential preparation.
- Add a spouse/significant other and dependent children (17 years and younger) living in the same household – flat $50 fee covers all added family members. (One security access card issued per family).
- Renewing members aged 68 to 79 (as of the date of the application), with two (2) consecutive years of membership, and with proof of age. This senior level membership fee is reduced to $75. Adding a spouse or significant other is $50.
- Renewing members aged 80 and older (as of the date of the application), with two (2) consecutive years of membership, and with proof of age. This senior level membership is free. Adding a spouse or significant other is $50
Optional Membership items on the Membership Application Form:
- Access to the Indoor Range (IR) is an additional fee of $35.
- Renewing members who wish to upgrade to include IR access are required to take NeMO if their NeMO class date is more than two (2) years old.
- Members may decide to upgrade their membership at any time to include access to the IR. The $35 fee is not prorated, regardless of the date of upgrade.
- Please consider contributing to the General (Operating) and/or Patron (Capital Improvement) Funds to keep our club financially strong. There is no paid staff at The Pemi. All Club operations and general maintenance are performed by volunteers.
- If you have skills you would like to contribute, please enter them on the “Volunteer” line.
- Mark those interests important to you to help our Officers and Board of Directors plan for future Club Programs.
Online credit card applications come directly to the Club Treasurer. Paper applications may be dropped off at the range kiosks; by hand delivery to the Club Treasurer or Membership Committee member; or by USPS mail to the Club at PO Box 38, Plymouth, NH 03264.
If you have questions about membership, email the Membership Committee at membership@pemi.org.
Step 2. New Member Orientation (NeMO)
A New Membership does not include range access/privileges until you have attended our New Member Orientation (NeMO). NeMO focuses on safety leadership, rules of conduct, and range restrictions. Part of the training is general firearm safety. Some training is unique to our ranges.
Only after you take NeMO will you be considered a regular member and permitted access to the ranges.
After you apply for membership:
- You will receive a First-Class letter from the President welcoming you to The Pemi and advising you of the need to attend a NeMO.
- Subsequently, you will also receive an email detailing NeMO dates and the requirements for attending.
NeMO’s are typically held the first and third Saturdays mornings of each month. Reservations are not required, but your attendance notification is appreciated.
All New Members, including family members ages 16 and older, are required to attend. All shooting family members under age 16 are strongly encouraged to attend. New Members should be prepared to commit at least four (4) hours to become familiar with: club grounds, range safety rules, and proper conduct on the ranges. The orientation has two parts:
Check-in from 0800-0830.
Approximately 2-hour lecture presentation at the clubhouse.
Approximately 2-hour outdoor orientation tour of outdoor, indoor and trap ranges. Please wear appropriate clothing (including footwear) for this outdoor tour.
Once families have regular membership status and visit the ranges, at least one person in every group must be NeMO qualified and responsible for the safety of family members.
New Members who choose not to attend NeMO may: visit the clubhouse, attend business meetings and directors’ meetings, participate in our numerous educational or safety programs, and attend friendship events like catered dinners and the popular summer bar-b-que.
If you have questions about the NeMO, email us at orientation@pemi.org
A 1-Day Membership form, on the “Documents” page, is available only to current members who wish to sponsor a friend or extended family member.”
