How to Become a PRAC Member or Renew Your Membership - 2 Options

2024 Membership Application (PDF)

1. By Mailed Check:

Download, print and mail Membership Application with your checkfor appropriate membership category to:

2. By Online Dues Payment

Make a member category choice from pull-down menu below and use any credit card or PayPal for payment and click “Buy Now”. Then complete and e-mail an electronic membership application (above) to PRAC Office noting that you have used the online payment option.

PRAC Membership Dues Categories

___ Active Membership, voting- 1-year regular membership, $50

___ Active Membership, voting- 3-year regular membership, $110

___ Active Membership, voting- 5-year regular membership, $175

___ Retired Membership, voting $35

___ Associate Membership, non-voting, $35

___ Student Membership, non-voting, $20

___ Agency Membership, non-voting- up to 24 employees 4 mailings per year, $100

___ Agency Membership, non-voting- 25 or more employees 4 mailings per year, $150

___ NGO/Private Organizations Employer, non-voting-up to 24 employees $75

___ NGO/Private Organization Employer, non-voting 25 or more employees $100

___ Supporting Membership, non-voting, $100

___ Lifetime Membership, voting, $500

What do you get for your PRAC dues?

The Signpost: How would you like to receive a great newsletter that has current news and events important to Park Rangers and staff? The Signpost is written by active park staff "in the know" who talk about the really important topics and issues you need to hear about in today's world. Become a member and get this access.

Training: Watch the Training page for updates. Become a member and get discounts.

Ranger Directory: Become a member and get direct access to park agency contacts. This directory was designed for the member who wants to know who employs rangers in the State of California and needs to know about their qualifications, training and duties.

PRACnet Membership List Server: Share ideas and opportunities, participate in a discussion directly with hundreds of park professionals. Become a member and get access.

Scholarships: These are granted upon review by the Scholarship Committee. Read about how to apply for a PRAC Scholarship. Become a member and get access.

JOBmart: Also available to members are the most current listings in the state. Park job employment information is also often listed in The Signpost. Become a member and get access.

California Parks Training Conference: Our annual conference is held each year in March, alternating between Northern in even numbered years and Southern California in odd numbered years. Become a member and get discounts on training and events.