Buffalo Soldiers M/C Alabama

MEMBERSHIP ELIGIBILITY AND REQUIREMENTS:
•Any Active, Reserve, or Retired Armed Forces/Law Enforcement/Public Safety personnel, at least 21 years of age, is eligible for membership. Note: Proof of military service (DD Form 214 or Active Duty/Retired I.D.), or appropriate Law Enforcement/Public Safety credentials may be required.
•Business professionals (degreed or certificated) eligibility will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
•Must complete a membership application and background information screening.
•Be nominated at a general membership meeting by a “Full Member” in good standing.
•Must own a touring, cruiser, or sport-touring class motorcycle (1000cc minimum).
•Must be Class M licensed and properly insured to operate a motorcycle in the State of Alabama.
•Complete a probationary period, not to exceed nine (9) months; including satisfying the organization’s 2500-mile group ride policy.
•Must have completed or will complete a widely recognized motorcycle safety course within three (3) months of probationary acceptance.
•Be “Voted In” by unanimous decision.
•Must educate themselves and others on the history of the Buffalo Soldiers.
•Must actively support the organization and its functions.

ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENTS:
•Motorcycle ownership is not required.
•Must be sponsored by an active “Full Member” in good standing.
•Any immediate family member or significant acquaintance of an active “Full Member” is eligible for associate member sponsorship.
•Candidates not meeting the above criteria whose association with the club would be considered beneficial to the organization’s mission may be recommended by any “Full Member”. Note: All recommendations of this type will be considered on a case-by-case basis and sponsors must be able to articulate why such membership is warranted.