United States Power Squadron®

The United States Power Squadron is the world's largest private, non-profit, boating organization.  Established in 1914, USPS has some 60,000 members organized into 450 squadrons across the country and in US territories.

USPS is a family boating organization dedicated to boating education, civic service, and just plain fun! Our members operate sail, power, and paddle boats. Boat ownership is not a requirement.

Our members enjoy:

Advanced Educational Courses:

SeamanshipWeather

Piloting  Sailing

Electronic Navigation    Cruise Planning

Celestial NavigationEngine Maintenance

  Marine Electronics

Social Activities including:

Cruises, Rendezvous, Family Outings, Boating Races, and Contests.

Civic Service Activities including:

Educating boaters for safety, teaching fellow members, and volunteer vessel safety inspections

Membership to the USPS means:

• Greater boating education
  

• Family activities
  

• Community involvement
  

• Membership Benefits:
  

    -  Special Marine Insurance

    -  Affinity Credit Card Program

    -  Port Captain Program

Join Us And Fly The Ensign That Shows Others You Are A Knowledgeable Boater.

Akron Power Squadron, founded in 1939, 

is one of the largest Squadrons in the country. 

More than 250 members enjoy a complete schedule of educational, social, and civic activities. 

Setting the Anchor

•   Take note of other boaters
  

•   Approach against the wind or current
  

•   Pay out rode as you drift backwards
  

•   Set the anchor with the engine
  

•   Check your final position