West Michigan

Marine Aquarium Society

Purpose:

The purpose of the West Michigan Marine Aquarium Society is the study, culture, and exhibition of marine life; plus the encouragement of greater learning and the research of all forms of marine life; the reproduction and dispersal of marine species, and the promotion and better understanding of marine life by lecture, discussion, and informative social meeting of its members.

Meetings:

Meetings are generally held the second Thursday of the month at Water Colors Aquarium Gallery in Grand Rapids, MI starting at 7pm.

Current Board Members:

  • Craig Forist – President
  • Chad Pagels – Vice President
  • Joe Forton – Treasurer
  • Drew Hankiewicz – Secretary
  • Ben Van Dinther – Member at Large

Chairs

  • Social Media Coordinator- Natalie Koelean

We would also like to thank Jason Sarns for his help in establishing the Constitution and Bylaws for our club.