ARTICLE IV
MEMBERSHIP/AFFILIATES/SPONSORS/DUES and FEES

Section 1 – Individual Membership
The Board of Directors may grant membership to individuals of honorable character and reputation, having an interest in the objectives of the Federation. Such Members shall be eligible to participate in all Federation activities and shall have voting rights except on matters solely before the Board of Directors.

Section 2 – Individual Affiliate Membership
The Board of Directors may grant affiliate membership (non-voting) to individuals of honorable character and reputation, having an interest in the Federation. Such members shall be eligible to participate in all Federation activities without voting rights, except they are not eligible to serve on the Federation's Board of Directors.

Section 3 - Group Affiliates
The Board of Directors may grant group affiliation to conservation clubs, associations, and other organizations composed of members who are interested in the objectives of the Federation

Section 4 - Sponsors
The Board of Directors shall establish sponsorship categories and amounts for the purpose of publicly recognizing Sponsors.

Section 5 - Dues and Fees
All Dues and Fees shall be established by a majority vote of the Board of Directors.