Conditions of Membership
To be accepted and remain a member of the Colorado Wildlife Control Operators Association (CWCOA), individuals must meet the following conditions:
- Annual Dues
Membership is valid for the calendar year (January 1 – December 31) and requires payment of annual dues at the level selected. - Code of Ethics
Members must agree to and uphold the CWCOA Code of Ethics as a commitment to the aims and standards of the association. - Good Standing
Members are presumed to be in good standing unless an issue arises that prompts review by the Governing Board. Good standing is determined by a majority vote of the Governing Board. - Representation of CWCOA
Members may represent CWCOA, including use of its name, logo, or copyrighted materials, only when expressly authorized by the Governing Board.
Note:
If a concern regarding a member’s conduct or standing arises, the Governing Board may vote to:
- reaffirm the member’s good standing,
- place the member on probation without voting privileges for a defined period, or
- terminate membership.
Membership Levels
CWCOA offers the following membership categories:
- Sustaining Member ($200 annually) – Voting member
- Regular Member ($100 annually) – Voting member
- Associate Member ($75 annually) – Non-voting member
Voting privileges are granted only to members in good standing within the voting membership categories.
Code of Ethics
As a practicing member of CWCOA, I agree to:
- Abide by all applicable wildlife damage management laws and regulations.
- Conduct myself with honesty, integrity, professionalism, and dependability.
- Demonstrate respect for people, property, and wildlife.
- Promote responsible, science-based wildlife management practices.
- Be respectful of differing viewpoints within the wildlife damage management field.
- Provide professional advice and services within the limits of my training and experience.
- Support high standards of education, training, and professional performance.
- Pursue continuing education to improve my knowledge and skills.
- Utilize best management practices that emphasize humaneness, safety, effectiveness, and practicality.
- Treat competitors and clients courteously and ethically.
- Encourage ethical conduct and participation in professional associations at the state and national level.
Membership Agreement
By applying for CWCOA membership, I acknowledge that membership is annual (January–December) and affirm that I have read and agree to comply with the Conditions of Membership, Code of Ethics, and bylaws of the Colorado Wildlife Control Operators Association. I understand that membership status and voting privileges are subject to good standing as determined by the Governing Board.