--- title: "Seven Chamber member benefits you might be missing" description: "From a bulk mailing permit to free in-house media help and members-only field trips, here are seven Arcata Chamber benefits that are easy to overlook." url: https://arcatachamber.com/blog/member-benefits-you-might-be-missing/ --- Blog · Membership # Seven Chamber member benefits you might be missing From a bulk mailing permit to free in-house media help and members-only field trips, here are seven Arcata Chamber benefits that are easy to overlook. ![Chamber members, city staff, and neighbors cut a red ribbon outside Jacoby’s Storehouse on the Arcata Plaza](https://arcatachamber.com/_astro/ribbon-cutting-jacobys-storehouse.Cder3WsI_1HUHES.jpg) By Arcata Chamber of Commerce October 14, 2026 · 3 min read - Membership - Small business Most people know the Arcata Chamber for ribbon cuttings, First Thursday Mixers, and big community events on the Plaza. But membership includes a handful of practical perks that don’t get talked about as much, and some of them can save you real time and money. If you’re a member, here are seven worth a second look. If you’re not a member yet, this is a good picture of what you’d get. ## 1\. A bulk mailing permit that saves on postage Sending postcards, flyers, or a seasonal mailer? Members can use the Chamber’s **bulk mailing permit**, which can save you **up to 40%** on postage. For a small business doing even one or two mailings a year, that adds up. ## 2\. Free help from our in-house media team This is the one members are most surprised by. The Chamber offers **free media services** to members. Our in-house media coordinator can help with: - Creating graphics - Filming social media videos - Writing radio scripts - Creating print ads It starts with a conversation about your goals and the best path forward. Many projects can be finished within one business day. When your content is ready, the Chamber cross-posts it to our **5,000+ followers** and adds it to the email newsletter. For bigger projects, staff will work with you and your budget. To get started, email Zach@ArcataChamber.com. See [member marketing services](https://arcatachamber.com/member-benefits/#media-title) for details. ## 3\. Members-only Business Field Trips [Field Trips](https://arcatachamber.com/events/fieldtrips/) are behind-the-scenes tours of local businesses, and they’re **free and exclusive to members**. Groups are capped at **10 people**, so everyone can hear the guide, ask questions, and really take part. They’re a great way to learn how other businesses work and to build deeper connections. And if you’d like to show off your own operation, you can apply to host one. ![Arcata Chamber members on a field trip smile for a group photo in front of barrels of spirits at Boldt Alchemy Distillery](https://arcatachamber.com/_astro/field-trip-boldt-alchemy-group.ERtF0Cep_Fsze6.webp) _A members-only field trip to Boldt Alchemy Distillery._ ## 4\. Booth discounts at the biggest events in town If you sell at community events, membership pays for itself quickly. Members get **booth discounts** at: - The [4th of July Jubilee](https://arcatachamber.com/jubileeontheplaza/) on the Arcata Plaza - The [Arcata Bay Oyster Festival](https://arcatachamber.com/arcata-bay-oyster-festival/) - The [Arcata Friday Night Market](https://arcatachamber.com/arcata-friday-night-market/) ## 5\. A spot in the monthly newsletter Have a sale, a class, an event, or big news? Send it to the Chamber. Members are included in the [Monthly Newsletter](https://arcatachamber.com/monthly-newsletter/) when they send promotional content, and the Chamber also reposts and shares member stories on Facebook and Instagram. ## 6\. A listing on the directory and the Member Map Every member gets a free listing in the [member directory](https://business.arcatachamber.com/list/search?q=&c=&sa=False&gr=25&gn=) and a pin on the interactive [Member Map](https://map.proxi.co/r/XcLuS_4dap7DAFnTB2QP). Locals and visitors use both to find places to eat, shop, and hire. Take a minute to check that your listing is up to date. ## 7\. A discounted Cal-Ore Life Flight membership Members can get a **Cal-Ore Life Flight** household membership at a discounted rate of **$79 per household**. It’s a small thing, until the day it isn’t. ## A few more while you’re here - **Ribbon cuttings and open houses.** Opening, expanding, or celebrating a milestone? The Chamber supports ribbon cuttings, groundbreakings, and open houses. - **The mic at mixers.** At [First Thursday Mixers](https://arcatachamber.com/events/mixers/), members can get noticed by sharing news on the microphone during the “buck a cluck” period at the end. You can also host a mixer or donate a door prize. - **Recognition.** Members can be nominated and promoted at the [Annual Business Leadership Awards](https://arcatachamber.com/annual-business-leadership-awards-celebration/). - **A seat at the table.** Serve on the [Board of Directors](https://arcatachamber.com/chamber/board/), as an [Ambassador](https://arcatachamber.com/committees/ambassadors/), or on a committee. ## Not a member yet? New businesses (started in the last 12 months) can join for **$75 a year**, and solopreneurs for $115. See every rate and benefit on the [Member Benefits](https://arcatachamber.com/member-benefits/) page, or [join online](https://business.arcatachamber.com/member/NewMemberApp/). Questions? Call the Chamber at 707.897.6004 or email Arcata@ArcataChamber.com. [All stories](https://arcatachamber.com/blog/) ## Keep reading - ![Two tall palm trees and street lamps along a path across the Arcata Plaza lawn, with downtown storefronts behind](https://arcatachamber.com/_astro/arcata-plaza-palms.D2xcr-n7_ZmsfAo.webp) Events ### [Your guide to the 2026 Season of Wonder & Light](https://arcatachamber.com/blog/season-of-wonder-and-light-2026-guide/) Four community events, nearly four months of Plaza lights, and simple ways for local businesses to help light up Arcata this fall and winter. October 20, 2026 · 3 min read - ![A hiker in a red jacket on a trail through a misty redwood forest lit by sunbeams](https://arcatachamber.com/_astro/redwoods-misty-sunbeams.CA9tSKd7_Zr7KBF.webp) Visiting Arcata ### [Visiting Arcata? Start at the Welcome Center](https://arcatachamber.com/blog/visiting-arcata-start-at-the-welcome-center/) Maps, visitor guides, and friendly local advice just off Highway 101. How the Arcata Chamber’s Welcome Center can help you plan your Redwood Coast trip. October 7, 2026 · 2 min read ## Get stories like this in your inbox Our monthly newsletter rounds up new members, upcoming events, and member offers. [Subscribe to the newsletter](https://arcatachamber.com/monthly-newsletter/)