How to Become a Member of the NC Christmas Trees Association

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The NC Christmas Trees Association (ncchristmastrees.com) provides a "Become a member" entry point on its website, which is the starting point for anyone interested in joining. The association represents North Carolina Christmas tree growers, and membership is aimed at people involved in Christmas tree farming and related work. To get the exact application steps, dues, and eligibility details, use the "Become a member" link on the site — the homepage excerpt does not spell out the full process, so the association's own membership page is the authoritative source.

What the Website Shows

The site's homepage highlights several sections, and membership sits alongside them:

  • Become a member — the membership entry point, with a "Learn More" prompt
  • Search For Trees — a directory covering Choose and Cut, Wholesale, Retail, and Mail Order farms
  • Events — updates on association farms, trees, and events
  • Video Gallery and Education — photos and background on North Carolina trees and the farmers who grow them

The presence of a dedicated membership link indicates the association maintains a formal member category, but the homepage itself does not list requirements or fees.

Who Membership Is For

Based on the association's focus, membership is oriented toward:

  • Christmas tree growers (Choose and Cut, wholesale, or retail operations)
  • People in businesses connected to tree farming and the Christmas tree trade

If you are a hobbyist or a buyer rather than a grower or industry participant, the Search For Trees directory is the more relevant tool — it helps you locate farms by category rather than join the association.

Steps to Take

  1. Go to ncchristmastrees.com.
  2. Select the "Become a member" link (the homepage pairs it with a "Learn More" prompt).
  3. Review the membership information provided there for eligibility, application requirements, and any costs.
  4. Follow the instructions on that page to submit your application or contact the association with questions.

Expected result: you reach the association's own membership page, which is where the definitive joining instructions live.

Common Sticking Points

  • The homepage is a gateway, not a form. The excerpt shows the entry point but not the application itself — don't expect to complete sign-up from the landing page.
  • No pricing is stated on the homepage. Membership dues are not listed in the available site content, so check the membership page rather than assuming a cost or assuming it is free.
  • Directory vs. membership. If your goal is to find a farm rather than join the association, use the Tree Search tool instead of the membership link.

For anything not covered on the membership page — such as deadlines or category-specific requirements — contact the association directly through the site.