Upcoming Boating Class
The Lakeland Sail and Power Squadron, Inc. will teach its "America's Boating Course" on Saturday, June 2, 2012 from 8:30AM-5:30PM. The class will be held at the Rotary Park Building, 530 6th St. NE, Winter Haven, FL 33881. The cost is $35.00 and includes material. Students who successfully complete the class will receive their Florida Boater ID, required for operators born on or after January 1, 1988, and may qualify for a discount on boat insurance. Seating is limited and preregistration is required before May 19th. To preregister for this class, and to get information on other safe boating classes or seminars call 863-667-9047
Upcoming Free Seminars
The Lakeland Sail and Power Squadron, Inc. will present a Free GPS Seminar on Thursday, May 17, 2012 from 7-9 PM. This free seminar will assist boaters in understanding the basic technology, function, navigation and "do's and don'ts" of using a GPS and digital navigation.
On May 24, 21012 from 7-9 PM a free Seminar on "Basic Weather Forecasting" will also be presented.
Both seminars will be held at Old Salt Marine, 1922 Hwy. 98 N in Lakeland. For more information on this and other safe boating courses, call 863-667-9047
What is USPS
Organized in 1914, USPS is a non profit, educational organization dedicated to making boating safer and more enjoyable by teaching classes in seamanship, navigation and related subjects. Our members are boating families who contribute to their communities by promoting safe boating through education. We enjoy participating with our fellow members on the water and in the classroom. USPS has some 45,000 members organized into 450 squadrons across the country and in some US territories. USPS is America's largest non-profit boating organization and has been honored by three US presidents for its civic contributions.
What can the USPS do for You?
➤ As a USPS member, you and your family can enroll in a great variety of advanced grades and elective courses which are only available to USPS members. These courses include Seamanship, Piloting, Celestial Navigation, Weather, Sail, Engine Maintenance, Marine Electronics and Cruise Planning. In addition, USPS offers more than two dozen self study courses on such subjects as the Water Sports, Boat Insurance, Oceanography, Introduction to Sailing, Preparation for Coast Guard Licensing, and much more.
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Meeting with other boaters in your area: As a member of a local squadron (and there are approximately 450 squadrons throughout the USA, including Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands) you will join with other knowledgeable boaters in your area who are familiar with the local waters, the best anchorages, and marinas and boat repair shops.
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Participation in a variety of on water activities: As a USPS member you're automatically invited to join in the squadron and district cruises, rendezvous, predicted log contests, raftings and other on-water activities.
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Savings on Boat Insurance: There are many marine insurance companies which provide discounts to those who complete advanced boating courses. This savings can be significant.
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USPS Networking with other members throughout the USA, Canada and even more distant areas: Thinking of boating in a river, lake or ocean far from your home? USPS has a Port Captain program which will provide names and telephone numbers of local USPS members who know the territory.
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