Associate Member is defined as any person receiving compensation, of any kind, for acting as a leader/instructor of an outdoor activity such as, but not limited to canoeing, kayaking, hiking, climbing, bird watching, water tours, moose tours, wildlife tours, snowmobile tours, camping, bicycle tours, instruction of outdoor based skills, and others. All applicants for Associate Membership must have an active member as a sponsor. Associate members have no voting privileges and are not eligible for board or office position. Associate Members have committee privileges.