Become a member
Membership strengthens WAC's ability to educate policymakers, monitor legislation, commission research, communicate with members, and represent responsible lake users across Minnesota.
Individual member
For families, anglers, boaters, paddlers, water-skiers, wake surfers, and everyone who enjoys Minnesota's lakes.
- Member updates and action alerts when something affects your lake
- Plain-language summaries of research and proposed rules
- Educational content on responsible operation and stewardship
- Discounted admission to WAC events and briefings
- A vote of confidence that Minnesota boaters are organized
Secure card payment. Dues renew annually and you can cancel any time by contacting us.
Corporate partner
Designed for marinas, dealers, manufacturers, resorts, campgrounds, tourism organizations, contractors, and marine service providers.
- Recognition on the WAC website and in communications
- Legislative and local-policy briefings
- Networking and sponsorship opportunities
- Direct engagement with WAC leadership
Tell us you want in
Leave your details and we will send membership instructions, including how to pay by check. Your ZIP code helps us connect you with what is happening on your lake.
Questions
Where do my dues go?
Member education, research summaries, legislative monitoring and professional government relations, member communications, and the basic costs of running a volunteer-led nonprofit.
Is my membership tax-deductible?
No. WAC is organized under section 501(c)(4), which allows us to advocate directly on legislation. Dues and contributions are not deductible as charitable contributions. Business members may be able to treat dues as an ordinary business expense; ask your tax advisor.
Who runs WAC?
A volunteer board of Minnesota boaters, business owners, and families, incorporated in February 2026, working with professional government-relations counsel. See how we work.
I don't wake surf. Is this for me?
Yes. WAC represents everyone who uses Minnesota's public waters: anglers, pontoon families, skiers, paddlers, and lakeshore owners. Rules written for one activity often become precedent for all of them.