Available
only to past commodores of recognized clubs. Membership is based on individual merit, and is extended only by the invitation
of two current members of the Association. A member is recognized by a distinctive patch worn on the lower right sleeve
of his or her yacht club blazer.
Associate
Membership:
Available to spouses of past commodores and yacht club officers
who have not yet reached the status of past commodore. Associate members wear a sleeve patch with one anchor.
They may attend Association meetings and events but cannot vote or hold office. They may become full members but only
when they become past commodores.