You qualify for this membership if you are a student enrolled full-time in an approved educational institution. Part-time students or persons who were previously regular members are not eligible. The maximum allowed time is 7 years. After which membership is automatically changed to Young Professional. Benefits: all of the benefits of Regular Membership plus reduced Annual Meeting registration fee.
If you are a recent graduate, this category is for you! It is valid for five years after graduation. It was designed to give young working professionals Regular membership at a discounted rate. After five years the membership automatically changes to Regular membership. Benefits: free online access to all five AFS journals, special member prices for AFS print journals, books and annual meeting registration; access to Membership Directory and professional certification.
Designed for professionals who have held their degree for more than three years. Benefits: free online access to all five AFS journals, special member prices for AFS print journals, books and annual meeting registration; access to Membership Directory and professional certification.
Simply put, we appreciate the many years of service to fisheries and aquatic sciences. So, this category is designed to give our retired members an opportunity to continue participation in the Society at a discounted rate. Benefits: all of the benefits of Regular Membership plus reduced annual meeting registration fee.
Make a good investment with a lifetime commitment to the American Fisheries Society. Just think, when you make this single dues payment it will benefit you throughout your entire career.
If you reside in a country considered as a developing nation this member type is for you. Benefits: all of the benefits of Regular Membership. Please click HERE to see a complete list of Developing Countries recognized by AFS. This list has recently been updated. Please check to see if you qualify for this membership type.