CONSTITUTION FOR THE EAGER BEAVER CAMPERS OF THE
NATIONAL CAMPERS AND HIKERS ASSOCIATION
ARTICLE I – Name
The name of this organization shall be the EAGER BEAVER CAMPERS Chapter of
the National Campers and Hikers Association.
ARTICLE II – Chapter colors and symbols
The Chapter colors are BROWN and YELLOW. The Chapter symbol will be the
BEAVER.
ARTICLE III – Purpose
The purpose of the Chapter shall be:
1. To recommend improvements in camping and hiking facilities wherever the
need exists; to bring these recommendations before the proper state or national
agencies; to press for action until the improvements have been made.
2. To establish regional centers from which members unfamiliar with the area may
receive accurate, up-to-date reports on local campsites, roads, trails, etc.
3. To provide for a frequent interchange of camping and hiking ideas, and to take
part in educational programs which improve the publics knowledge of camping
and campers.
4. To cooperate with all other organizations which are working toward the
conservation of our natural resources.
5. To provide, through identification with the National Campers and Hikers
Association, a basis of friendly welcome with other members.
6. To set up for exchange or sale any camping equipment.
7. To plan group campouts, week-end trips, etc.
8. To promote camping and traveling safety and help prevent forest fires.
9. To support “Don’t be a Litterbug” and other such campaigns.
ARTICLE IV – Membership and Fees
Section 1. The Chapter was formed as part of the National Campers and Hikers
Association which is a non-profit, volunteer, national organization of
campers and hikers, for those who love these outdoor activities.
Section 2. Any person or family in the general area of LANSING who is a qualified
member of the National Campers and Hikers’ Association is eligible for
membership in the Eager Beaver Campers Chapter.
Section 3. The annual dues and term of membership for the National Campers and
Hikers Association shall be as set forth by the Association.
Section 4. The annual dues for the local Eager Beaver Campers Chapter shall be as
recommended by the Board of Directors and accepted by the Chapter from
time to time to meet current expense.
ARTICLE V – Officers
Section 1. The officers of the Chapter shall be a President, a Vice-President, a
Secretary and a Treasurer, all of whom shall perform the duties that usually
pertain to these respective offices. They shall be elected by the Chapter, at
the annual meeting, from its membership, and shall hold office for one year
or until their respective successors have been duly elected and installed.
Section 2. If any vacancy occurs during the year, in any one or more of the offices
provided for in this Constitution, the Board of Directors may elect a
successor or successors, who shall hold the office for the un-expired term.
ARTICLE VI – Board of Directors
Section 1. The Board of Directors shall be the governing body of the Chapter and shall
also perform such functions and duties as may be ordered by the Chapter.
They shall be elected by the Chapter members at the annual meeting.
Section 2. The Board shall consist of seven members, as follows; The Officers, the
immediate Past President, and two members at large. All shall hold office
for a term of one year.
Section 3. All Directors shall hold office until their successors have been elected. Any
vacancies on the Board shall be filled by the Board for the un-expired term
or terms.
Section 4. The Board of Directors shall hold such meetings as they deem necessary,
and the President, or any two Directors, may at any time call a meeting of
the Board of Directors.
Section 5. A majority of the Directors shall constitute a quorum to hold a meeting. On
any specific question absentee directors may mail their votes to the
Secretary.
ARTICLE VII – Committees
Section 1. The Program Committee shall consist of not less than three members
appointed by the President and shall be responsible for programs and
entertainment.
The Nominating Committee shall consist of the Board of Directors who
shall meet, shortly prior to the meeting to propose a slate of officers which
shall be presented to the club at the annual meeting by the immediate past
President, or, in his absence, by a Director delegated by him. Other
nominations for officers or directors may be presented from the floor at the
annual meeting.
Section 2. Other committees may be appointed by the President upon approval by the
Board and shall act for the duration of their assigned task or until the end of
the Chapter year.
ARTICLE VIII – Meetings
Section 1. Regular meetings of the Chapter shall, as far as practical, be held monthly.
Additional meetings may be held if so decided.
Section 2. Each year the annual meeting shall be the October meeting, at which
officers and directors shall be elected, such officers to take office at the next
regularly scheduled meeting.
Section 3. Special meetings of the membership may be called by the President or by
any three members of the Board of Directors upon notification to all
members of the chapter.
Section 4. A quorum of the Chapter shall consist of 40% of the members.
ARTICLE IX – Fiscal Year
Section 1. The Fiscal Year of the Chapter shall begin with November of each year and
end the following October.
ARTICLE X – Constitution
Section 1. This Constitution may be amended by a majority vote of the members
present at any regular meeting of the Chapter, provided a quorum is present,
and provided the intention to amend the Constitution shall have previously
been communicated in writing to all members.
Section 2. All amendments have to be sent to the State Director thru the Field Director.
ARTICLE XI – By-Laws
Section 1. By-Laws may be adopted or amended at any regular meeting.
Section 2. The regular order of business at all meetings shall be as follows:
A. Call to order.
B. Reading of minutes of previous meeting by Secretary.
C. Reading of Treasurer’s Report
D. Introduction of guests or non-members.
E. Unfinished business.
F. Election and installation of officers (Annual Meeting only).
G. New Business
H. Program
I. Adjournment
This Eager Beaver Constitution
Is the latest update and is dated
April 25, 1971
Retyped January 2006 by Bob Wolfe
