Get Involved - Become A Member

If you are at least 18 years of age with a passion for boating, and a desire to learn how to do it safely, you can become a member of the United States Power Squadrons. There are three ways to do this:

	Join Now
	A Squadron Contacts You
	You Contact a Squadron

Some squadrons may require that certain educational requirements be met prior to joining. Click here for a list of NASBLA approved boating courses.

Note: Former members wishing to restore their USPS membership should call Customer Service at (888) 367-8777 x0 to initiate the reinstatement process.

A Squadron Contacts You

After providing contact information, it will be sent to the squadrons closest to your ZIP code. Representatives of the squadrons will contact you and answer any questions you may have regarding membership and squadron activities. If you like what you hear, you can apply for membership. We welcome your interest in becoming a member of USPS and would like to assist you in the process. Please complete the information on our enrollment form. It will be sent to a member of our staff who will process your information and serve as a liaison between you and the squadrons closest to your home. At the same time if you have any questions please contact us by telephone at (888) 367-8777 or by email at contactme@hq.usps.org.

You Contact a Squadron

Visit the "Find a Squadron" page and locate a squadron which looks interesting. Using the contact information, you can make contact, have your questions answered and transfer your membership.

Education Requirements for Membership

Although USPS currently has no education requirement for membership, certain squadrons may require the passing of a NASBLA approved boating course as a requirement for membership. USPS or NASBLA approved boating courses include: USCG Captain's License, a degree from the US Naval Academy, USCG Academy or US Merchant Marine Academy or any boating course carrying NASBLA certification.