Eligibility:
Eligibility for membership in the Bucks M.C. is opened to all gay/gay friendly persons 21 years of age or older in accordance with the Bucks M.C. Constitution and its By-Laws. Anyone interested in obtaining active membership is required to file an application. The applicant and two sponsors who are full active members, will sign the application.
Classes 0f Membership
Pledge:
After an applicant has attended two regular meetings, a vote for pledge will be on their third meeting. A two-thirds affirmative vote of the active membership will enable the applicant to be considered a pledge. The pledge must attend three regular meetings, during which time they will be entitled to wear the Bucks M.C. pledge patch. The pledge is expected to attend all club functions during this period. On their sixth meeting a pledge may obtain active membership, if they receive an affirmative vote of two-thirds of the active membership, including any proxy votes. A Pledge must be present at this meeting.
Active:
Any person who has successfully completed their pledge-ship is considered an active member.
Emeritus:
After years of service and dedication to The Bucks M.C. – members may be eligible for the honor of Emeritus status after time spent as a full member and/or officer of The Bucks M.C. A vote may be called by existing members of The Bucks M.C. to offer Emeritus membership as an extension of the club’s appreciation for years of service.
Associate Membership:
Associate membership is opened to all gay/gay friendly applicants 21 years of age or older and must receive two-thirds affirmative vote of the active membership. Associate members are entitled to receive an associate patch. An associate member can not vote.
Dues:
New active members will be assessed an initial fee which will include the first month’s dues and the use of the back patch. Associate members will be assessed dues annually.