Membership Eligibility
Membership in Izaak Walton is open to anyone who appreciates the outdoors, and who supports the Izaak Walton League of America's mission. Our members are expected to be of good moral character, to respect the rights of others, and to use the Club in accordance with the rules, policies, and regulations established by the Board of Directors. You must attend a member orientation in order to join. Member orientations are generally held monthly from January through October each year and are posted on our calendar.
You are welcome to stop out at our Chapter Meetings to meet the board and network with other members. We have monthly Chapter meetings at our Chapter house on the 2nd Thursday of each month, rain or shine! Come early to listen in on our Board Meetings at 5:30pm and join us for our social gathering at 6:30 pm and meet some of our members and enjoy a complimentary dinner! General Membership Meetings start at 7:30 pm!
How to Join
New members Must attend a Member Orientation Session in order to be considered for membership. Member Orientation sessions include a brief tour of the grounds; please be sure to dress appropriately for walking outside. We typically schedule New Member Orientation Sessions once per month from January through October. Check the calendar for updates.
All memberships and Gate Access Privileges are valid from Jan 1st - Dec 31st of each year. Membership Fees are $90.00 annually for an Individual Membership or $120 annually for a Family Membership. Additionally, there is a $30.00 orientation fee for those who must attend a member orientation. (The orientation fee does not apply to membership renewals if membership is renewed before March 31st of the new year.) Members who choose to obtain Gate Access Privileges for Range Access must pay an additional $50.00 annual fee.
Current members will receive a membership renewal notice via email in October of each year, and their membership will be renewed once the membership director has received payment of the appropriate fees and the properly completed renewal documents.
The IWLA membership gives you discounts on trap, skeet, rifle and pistol events, as well as voting privileges and a voice at our regular meetings. Membership also allows you to obtain Gate Access Privileges which permits members access to the grounds to shoot at times that the gates are not open for a public event. The Gate Access Privileges are taken very seriously-- and the Rules of the Range are enforced strictly, so please make sure you understand them and take responsibility for your actions. Every new member who desires Gate Access Privileges must attend a member orientation before they will be issued a Gate Access Card. Email us at dubuqueiwla@gmail.com if you have any questions!
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Membership isn't just about enjoying the benefits! Volunteers are needed all the time!
There are many benefits of joining any organization. Some of the benefits of ours is that you get to have a good time with other great people who share your interest in shooting sports and conservation activities!
Any good organization also needs good volunteers as well. The Dubuque IWLA Chapter is run by volunteers. Not only do we need leaders such as the President, the Vice President and the Board of Directors, but we also need others willing to help out with the many important aspects of the organization.
We are always looking for persons who can help with general maintenance of our faculties, conservation projects, and at regular events such as trap and skeet shooting, IDPA pistol competitions, the American Rifle Challenge league, and other events that take place. Anyone can help anywhere they would like to. We are also always looking for more persons to assist with special events, such as Becoming an Outdoor Woman, the Apple Seed Project, and the Heritage Classic.
Don't feel you need special credentials to help out, you do not! The clubhouse and grounds also need volunteers with maintenance such as grass cutting, our highway clean up projects, building repairs, target stands, and many other day-to-day maintenance.
Please, if you are considering joining also consider helping to keep our club running smoothly by volunteering.
Contact us if you are interested!