FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How do I become a member?

To become a member, you must be sponsored by a current member in good standing. You then apply, pay the appropriate fees, and complete the three step process to joining the order.  The current application fee is $200.00  You will go through a series of three meetings: Investigation, Indoctrination, and finally Initiation. Both you and your sponsor will be notified via letter regarding the dates and times of each of your meetings.

Who can become a member?

Any American Citizen can apply to join. We do not discriminate against race, creed, gender, sexual orientation, etc.

What does membership cost and include?

Our current dues are $233 per year. This provides access to our facility and all services/benefits of the order.  Annual dues should be paid by April 1st of each year of membership.

Does my spouse or significant other also have to pay dues?

No. As an auxiliary to your membership, you are allowed to purchase a spouse card to allow them entrance to the facility. This does not grant the same privileges as a full membership, but does allow them to come and go freely.

Are guests allowed?

Yes. Each member/spouse is allowed to sign in two guests. Each guest must ONLY visit a maximum of three times per year. ALL guests must be signed in.

Is there an additional charge to use the pool?

Members are allowed to use the pool as part of their membership for no additional fee for the member. This DOES NOT include family members. Additional members of an immediate family are allowed to purchase pool memberships that grant them use of that part of the facility. 

Is the Elks Lodge a non-profit?

Yes. We are a 501c(8) non-profit organization.