Join the Chesapeake Marine Aquaria Society (CMAS)
The Chesapeake Marine Aquaria Society (CMAS) was founded in 1993 as a volunteer organization to bring together persons interested in the hobby of maintaining marine fish and invertebrates. Through monthly meetings, newsletters, and the Website, members and their guests share knowledge and experience in all aspects of the hobby and network with fellow hobbyists. In addition, CMAS sponsors local and nationally known experts to speak on various aspects of marine aquarium keeping.
Mission
The Chesapeake Marine Aquaria Society (CMAS) strives to promote the hobby of marine fish and miniature reef keeping in the mid-Atlantic region by assembling as many interested hobbyists and experts in the field together in monthly meetings to discuss topics associated with maintaining a healthy captive marine environment.
Benefits Include:
- Monthly meetings with various guests
- Discount tickets to CMAS special events
- 10%-15% discounts from participating local and online retailers
- Workshops on topics such as coral propagation
- Road trips to exciting destinations
- Swap livestock and equipment with other members
Note: Annual renewals will take place during January of each year. New membership is pro-rated (by quarter) during the year.