Membership in the GNBC
Should you join the Great Northern Brewers Club?
If you have any interest in brewing your own beer, mead, or cider, this is the club for you! Many of our members have been brewing for years and have a great deal of knowledge and experience to pass along on the art and science of brewing.
Membership Dues & Monthly Newsletter
Yearly dues are $30 for a single membership, or $50 for a couple membership (if living at the same address). Dues help us provide our newsletter, monthly meetings, special events, competitions, insurance, and other needs as approved by the Board of Directors. Membership is renewed annually and runs from October 1 through September 30. We also offer a Life Membership for members who want to make a larger, upfront contribution to the club and receive all the benefits the club offers without the hassle of having to renew annually.
A membership covers up to two related adults (i.e., spouses or partners) residing in the same household. Unrelated adults must each pay for their own membership in the club. A GNBC membership card is required for entry to or participation in some events, so be sure to specify both names when applying for membership.
You can pay your yearly dues online using the form below. You do NOT need a Pay Pal account to pay online, just a credit card.
Alternatively, you can fill out a membership application and pay your dues by mail. To request the current membership application and a return address, please e-mail the GNBC Membership Coordinator at membership@greatnorthernbrewers.org. The club does not maintain a physical mailing address, so request an address from the Membership Coordinator. If you are interested in a life membership, please request the application.
Join or Renew Online
Fill in the fields below, click the “Pay Now” button, and then on the next page displayed, click on “Continue” in the lower left corner.
Use of this online application signifies that the applying member agrees to the club’s Rules of Conduct.
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You will receive your membership card good for discounts at various vendors in Alaska after your payment has been processed. If you have questions regarding your membership, please contact the Membership Coordinator at membership@greatnorthernbrewers.org.
Note: All newsletters are posted on the website. The club runs a mailing list for members only to announce when the newsletter has been posted as well as other information. Your e-mail address will be added to the mailing list and a confirmation sent to you to confirm it.
We have a voicemail number for customer service, (712) 746-7261. Please contact us by email, though, and we will be in touch with you faster. Thank you!
Beer Judge Certification Program
The club is affiliated with the national Beer Judge Certification Program (BJCP) and offers a series of technical classes at least once each year (generally starting in October). These classes are designed to educate members in a wide variety of beer styles (there are over 60) and the techniques required to enhance beer appreciation. The 20+ hours of class time culminate in a three hour exam. Those passing receive national recognition and certification as Beer Judges.
Meeting Schedule
If you’d like to check out the club before signing up please stop by at our next meeting and introduce yourself. Our regular meetings are on the third Tuesday of each month starting in September and ending in May (summers are reserved for fishing/camping), starting at 7:00 PM. You can also checkout our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/gnbc1 for upcoming events throughout the year (even during the summer months) or even contact one of the officers by phone or send us email for more information..