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All members pay aerotow charges which depend on the altitude at which the glider pilot releases from tow, e.g., the charge for a typical tow to 2,500 ft above ground level is $30. There are no glider rental fees. We require members to maintain membership in the Soaring Society of America. The $64 annual SSA membership fee includes a subscription to Soaring magazine and enables the member to be covered by the club's insurance.
At the time of joining, Active Members pay a one-time, non-refundable equity fee of $400. Monthly dues for active members are $50.
Family Membership is available to the spouse and children (living in the same household) of an active member. Family members pay no initial equity fee. The monthly dues for each family member is $10.00.
A one-month Introductory Membership is avaliable at a cost of $50. Introductory members fly and take lessons as often as they like during the month, paying regular member rates for tows. For introductory members who convert to active membership at the end of their introuctory month, the active membership equity fee is reduced by $50.
Student Membership is available to full-time students for a $50 initial equity fee plus monthly dues of $25.
Limited Membership is available to glider owners for an initial equity fee of $150.00 and monthly dues of $20. Limited members do not fly in club-owned aircraft, except for required flights with a BSS flight instructor as needed for periodic assessment of proficiency, FAA-required flight reviews, and practical tests for a pilot certificate or rating.
Reciprocal Membership is available to members of other soaring organizations that offer reciprocity to BSS members. Reciprocal membership runs for a period of one month and is renewable. The cost is $25 per month plus a reciprocity fee of $10.00 per flight (in addition to regular towing fees).