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Welcome to BCI

For over 60 years we have advanced the ancient and living art of bonsai & related arts through the global sharing of knowledge

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Appreciation for Bonsai and Viewing Stones has spread throughout the world—a world BCI Magazine brings to you with each issue

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Bonsai Clubs International, a non-profit educational organization, advances the ancient and living art of bonsai and related arts through the global sharing of knowledge. We educate while promoting international friendship and solidify world relationships through cooperation with individuals and organizations whose purpose is consistent with ours.
Bonsai is a unique living art form enjoyed and practiced by diverse cultures, utilizing the lessons of nature to improve the physical, mental, and spiritual well-being of mankind and our relationship to our environment.

 

 

Benefits of Membership

  • BCI Conventions and Tours

    A major international convention is sponsored each year by BCI (Bonsai Clubs International) and the local host club. Conventions attract some of the best talent in tree styling and stone appreciation worldwide. Participants have the opportunity to learn from these artists and interact with people with shared interests. Visit different countries and participate in the conventions and tours while you learn. Combined with each convention are tours visiting spectacular sights, beautiful and historic venues, including China, Europe, Australia and the U.S. You get the opportunity to see some of the finest collections of trees and stones, public and private. Let BCI handle your bonsai travel tour.
  • BCI Bonsai and Stone Appreciation Magazine

    Membership includes subscription to our new, redesigned, full color Bonsai & Stone Appreciation Magazine. Published quarterly, it contains illustrated articles written by leading specialists in both areas informing you about current activities, techniques, and news from throughout the world. Learn of the upcoming BCI conventions, tours, and other benefits in each issue. New members have the choice of receiving a hard copy magazine or viewing it on line via our Members Only section of our website.
  • BCI Awards and Recognition

  • For over thirty years, BCI has recognized outstanding achievers and contributors to the world of bonsai and stone appreciation. Annual worldwide awards given to individuals by Bonsai Clubs International include the Artist, Writer and Photographer Award, and the Distinguished Service Award.More recently, BCI initiated a new level of awards, the Award of Excellence medal that is given by individual BCI board members. Presented primarily at local and regional meetings and exhibitions, they serve to recognize emerging talent, and excellent trees and stones. 
  • BCI Photo Contest 

  • Each year, BCI sponsors a photograph contest for its members. All the photographs of the winning trees and stones are featured in the magazine and on the website. This is a wonderful opportunity to get your photos seen by a vast, appreciative audience. You must be a BCI member to enter. Entry criteria are available in our magazine and website. Join, enter and win! 
  • BCI Website 

  • Our web site provides a wealth of information about trees and stones, BCI activities, and helps members connect with specialists and others interested in all aspects of our field. The web site is expanding and new information is added regularly. There is a member’s only site where you can find the on line version of our magazine, feature articles just for members, and other member’s only materials. 
  • BCI Ambassador Program & Diplomatic Mail Bag

  • Join your nearest member club (listed on the website) and be in touch with all of BCI’s activities. Each member club has a liaison link and receives a monthly newsletter featuring all of the activities sponsored by BCI and its members.

 

Three convenient ways to join BCI, or RENEW your membership!

 


1. Re-new/Join On line - Click here

2. By email. Complete the convenient
Membership Application Form

 

3. By mail or fax.Downloadable form coming soon.
If you are already a member of BCI and have a question about your membership or about your magazine subscription, contact the BCI Business Office.

Membership Rates
 

MEMBERSHIP CATEGORY

FEE

1-YEAR: E-membership-Individuals Only

Effective September 1, 2013, the cost will be $29.00

 

$29
1-YEAR: USA RESIDENT
Individual, Club or Federation

$45
1-YEAR: USA RESIDENT with USA Priority Mail
Individual, Club or Federation

$70
1-YEAR: CANADIAN RESIDENT
Individual, Club or Federation

$55

1-YEAR: OVER SEAS RESIDENT
Individual, Club or Federation

 

$85

LIFE MEMBER: One time payment

 

$1200

 

 

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