Membership is required to participate in NYTBF events and is valid for the calendar year( 1/1 – 12/31) in which it was purchased.
Competitors wishing to fish multiple divisions, must purchase a membership in each division.
Breakdown for dues are as follows.
| Division | Cost | Join |
| Adult – ($50 National dues , $20 NY State dues + $4 Paypal Fee) | $74 | Join the Adult Division |
| Collegiate ($45 National Dues + 20 NY State dues + $3 Paypal Fee) | $68 | Join the College Division |