Member Benefits
USPS Members Benefits
USPS
, D/9
and KSPS
Benefits
Sharing Boating Knowledge
Learn from our
experienced
instructors
Advanced grades, elective and learning guide materials are
continuously
updated to prepare out members for the 21st century
Self-study courses are available on a variety of subjects
Network of
Activities
for You and Your Family
On-the-water
activities
... Cruises ... Rendezvous
Other boaters with whom to cruise
Squadron social events ... Parties ... Picnics... Dinner dances ...
Speakers of interest
Youth Programs involve your children in boating
Giving Back to Your Community
Participation in various community projects, boat shows,
National
Safe Boating Week
Service to NOAA by providing revisions to existing charts through our
Cooperative Charting
program
USPS D/9 and KSPS Publications
Timely and informative boating and USPS information via
The
Ensign
,
The Interlaker
(D/9 biannual newsletter)
and
The Pilot
.
Vessel Safety Checks
Works with skippers for safer boating
Opportunity to partner with other boating safety groups
Marine Insurance
Most comprehensive
boat insurance
Low rates with additional discounts for educational achievements
Special claims consideration
Personal attention
Call USPS Boat Insurance Program - 1-800-763-8777
First USA Visa Card
Competitive
interest rates, no annual fee
Cash-back incentives to benefit your squadron
Call 1-800-FIRST-USA
Port Captains Program
KSPS Port Captains
Les Cheneaux Islands: Nils Strand
South Haven: Kim Hodges
Extensive
listing
of USPS members to assist you in unfamiliar waters
and cities
Federal Tax Exempt Status
501(c)(3) status allows personal tax deductions for selected USPS
expenses for squadron, district and national participation
Travel Discounts to National Meetings
Airline discounts available through Delta and American
Auto rental discounts and upgrades available through Hertz and
Alamo
USPS Customer Service Center
Call 1-888-FOR-USPS (367-8777) for all your USPS needs
Knowledgeable, courteous
staff
to answer your questions and
process your requests
Ship's Store
The
USPS Ship's Store
is now available online