The strength of any organization resides in its members and being a member of the Durham Region Aquarium Society brings many benefits. Our Mission Statement as outlined in the DRAS Constitution, "the advancement and improvement of the aquarium hobby" is reflected in all the activities we undertake and all the events we hold.
From the knowledge gained from speakers at our monthly meetings, annual dinners and other special events, to the opportunity to acquire rare species of fish and aquatic plants at our monthly auction, annual auction and through trade with other members, to the unparalleled chance to learn from other experienced club members, to the ability to participate in programs wherein you can show mastery of fish breeding and aquatic horticulture... all of this and more are provided to our members.
Come to a meeting as our guest and experience some of what we have to offer, or contact our Membership Chair to join today...
Membership includes monthly meetings, monthly auctions (including a discount for members), voting privileges, use of the club library, Breeders Award Program, Aquatic Horticultural Award Program, and other interesting events during the year.
Our club can also assist you in obtaining rare and/or exotic fish or aquatic plants that are not usually found in pet stores.
Monthly Meetings
Meetings are currently being held on the second Monday of each month (no meetings in July and August; September meeting is the 3rd Tuesday of the month to allow the executive to regroup after the summer break), and have returned to in person meeting, and begin at 7:30 PM. Visitors are always welcome! We are investigating offering zoom options for these meetings as well.
Auctions
Typically we hold monthly auctions at the end of each in-person monthly General Meeting. Stay tuned for details.
Membership Registration
Please download & complete this membership form; submit with the cash payment in person
Alternately, please complete & submit the following digital form and send your registration payment via etransfer to dras4payments@gmail.com (note new email address)