Membership at a glance

The OMRS was formed in 1975 to display and demonstrate aspects of railroading in the Pacific Northwest through the use of scale models. In so doing, the club fosters interest in the model railroad hobby for the enjoyment, education and encouraging the acquaintances and fellowship derived there from.

Membership in the Olympic Model Railroad Society consists of any person interested in HO scale model railroading. All persons regardless of gender, race or identity, may join OMRS in three different levels of membership, outlined below.

The OMRS has a reputation amongst local model railroaders as a very friendly group, and we encourage those interested in model railroading in Western Washington to come visit the club and meet us on a regular running session or meeting! Visit our Facebook page for current news and events.

Full membership

This membership level consists of individuals 18 years of age or older who desire regular and continuing participation in the OMRS. Full members in good standing shall have the right to vote on all issues placed before the OMRS membership and aged 21 years or older, may serve as an Officer of the OMRS.

Full members are expected to participate in OMRS activities in the business of the club, and are allowed operating rights on the OMRS club layout.

After three months of a probationary status and fully paid membership, a new Full member will be approved by majority vote of a quorum at a business meeting of the OMRS. Following a vote of acceptance, the new member may be issued a key to the OMRS club room from the Vice President.

Junior Membership

This membership level consists of individuals under the age of 18 years who display an interest and desire to actively participate in the OMRS.

Junior members are expected to participate in OMRS activities in the business of the club, and are allowed operating rights on the OMRS club layout. Junior members under the age of 16 years must have their parent or guardian with them at all times during their participation at OMRS. Junior members 16 - 18 years of age must have two (2) Adult members, in good standing, age 21 or above, present in the club room at all times during their participation at OMRS, in accordance with current club policy. Junior members will not be issued an access key to the OMRS club room and shall not have voting rights on matters of club administration and governance.

Junior members who attain 18 years of age must convert to either Full membership or Associate membership to remain active in the OMRS.

Associate Membership

This membership level consists of individuals desiring to support the OMRS and its functions without becoming directly involved in the administration and governance of the club. Associate members are expected to participate in OMRS activities in the business of the club, and are allowed operating rights on the OMRS club layout. Associate members are not issued an access key to the OMRS club room unless determined and approved by the Board of Directors. Associate members do not have voting rights on matters of club administration and governance, and are not eligible for election as a club officer or superintendent.