www.countrysidemanagement.org.uk

JOIN THE COUNTRYSIDE MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATIONWould you like to join hundreds of other countryside professionals in England, Wales and Northern Ireland and become a member of the Countryside Management Association (CMA)?

MEMBERSHIP OF THE COUNTRYSIDE MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATIONIf you have a role or interest in the countryside and urban greenspace sector – from habitat and wildlife management and landscape protection, to environmental education and visitor services – then you could benefit from becoming a member.

We welcome members at any stage in their career, from students to retired professionals.

By Jordan Worsfold

National Trust ranger working in the Peak District, by David Bocking

ON BECOMING A MEMBER, YOU WILL BENEFIT FROM:

• Opportunity for professional accreditation: underpinned by assessment of your experience, competency and qualification.

• Study days: visit sites/projects in your region or beyond to learn from best practice, and network with other CMA members.

• Ranger magazine: receive our quarterly magazine, with relevant articles, news and features.

• Networking: join up with other CMA members through meetings, newsletters, social events and social media.

• Annual conference: attend our popular annual conference covering topical issues, field trips and workshops.

• International links: gain access to a wider international network of countryside management professionals, through affiliation with the European and International Ranger Federations.

MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIESAffiliate member: for anyone who supports the aims of the CMA, including students, volunteers and retired members. Annual cost: £15 (£12*)

Member (MCMA): for those currently working in the countryside or urban greenspace sector. Annual cost: £35 (£28*)

Accredited member (MACMA): for those currently working in the countryside or urban greenspace sector who have had their competence, experience and qualifications endorsed by the CMA. Annual cost: £55 (£44*)

Fellow (FCMA): for those who have made a sustained and significant contribution to the industry endorsed by the CMA. Annual cost: £100

Corporate membership: for organisations employing or training potential CMA members. Annual cost: see website for details

*20% discount if employer is a corporate member

To subscribe to Ranger magazine only, see website

HOW TO JOINYou can join online via our website at www.countrysidemanagement.org.uk.

ABOUT THE COUNTRYSIDE MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATIONFounded in 1966, the CMA is the largest organisation supporting the work of conservation, access and recreation professionals in the natural greenspace and countryside sector throughout England, Wales and Northern Ireland.

We work regionally, nationally and internationally to:

• Support the training and personal development of staff, students and volunteers

• Promote the value and importance of professionally managed countryside and urban green space

• Influence other organisations involved in the management of countryside and urban green space

• Champion staff, students and volunteers involved in countryside and urban green space

CONTACT USA: CMA, 87 Chapel Farm Cottage, Gussage St Andrew,

Blandford, Dorset DT11 8DLE: admin@countrysidemanagement.org.ukW: www.countrysidemanagement.org.uk

‘Great study day at Fingle Woods on Dartmoor yesterday!’

‘A brilliant way to meet like-minded people, share experiences and learn new things.’Clair Payne, National Trust ranger, Lake District

Be inspired, informed, respected and connected

‘We are one big ranger family.’Natalia Burianova, volunteer ranger, West Cornwall

Mark Baker, Manager Grand Western Canal Country Park