The Sarasota Model Railroad Club Membership in the Club Membership in the Sarasota Model Railroad Club is open to anyone interested in the hobby of Model Railroading. Nothing is required from our members except the desire to advance the hobby. There are several membership categories to select from, each offering the flexibility to join at a participation level comfortable to you.
All new members enter the club as an Associate member for their first three months.
As an Associate Member, you will have ample opportunities to run trains, work on the numerous club layouts and participate in all club activities. As an Associate Member, upon payment of your Membership Fee, which covers your first three months dues, you will also receive a club shirt and your name tag. After your first three months, you are then voted in as a permanent member of the club. You then have the option of converting to a Regular Member, receiving your club pin and a key to the club house, or you can wait until the completion of you first year of membership to convert to a Regular Member. The Club also offers a Family Membership for individuals to allow the spouse and children to participate in club activities.