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Membership is by application and is for anyone who shares our common love of boating, has passed one of our public boating courses, either the Squadron Boating Course or Boat Smart™ (or equivalent*), and who is interested in advancing the objectives of the organization: the education of members, participation in civic programs, and the creation of an atmosphere of friendship and camaraderie among members.

Active members must be at least 18 years of age; there are no age considerations for family members. Sea Scouts are able to take USPS boating and navigation courses and join USPS as apprentice members. (Sea Scouts are a division of the Venturing Program of the Boy Scouts of America. The program is open to both young men and woman, between the ages of 14 and 20.)

When you complete our Squadron Boating Course successfully, an application to join us will be provided. We also welcome past or current members of other squadrons of USPS or Canadian Power Squadrons. You may also contact our Member Involvement officer: .

*Acceptable alternatives to our Public Boating Courses are listed on the USPS Join page.

We offer:

• A great variety of courses to choose from: 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.
• Meeting with other boaters: As a member you will join with other knowledgeable boaters who are familiar with the local waters, the best anchorages, marinas and boat repair shops. And almost half of them are sailors!
• 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.
• 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.
• 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 home? USPS has a Port Captain program which will provide names and telephone numbers of local USPS members who know the territory.
• Receive the official USPS magazine The Ensign™, plus Sounds of 1 from District 1, and The Bulletin from NHPS.
• USPS has a complete list of benefits.

You must:

• Be able and willing to contribute time, energy and skills to the objectives of USPS;
• Pass an exam approved by The Operating Committee;
• Be at least 18 years of age (Sea Scouts are able to take USPS boating and navigation courses and join USPS as apprentice members.)
• Have paid all applicable entrance fees and dues (See below).

If the above describes you,

1. Complete a United States Power Squadrons Application for Active Membership (membership types are described below). This form is available on-line. This form requires Adobe Acrobat or Adobe Acrobat Reader to view and print; print the form using the printer icon on the left of the bar across the top of the Acrobat Reader window; do not use Print from the browser File menu or toolbar. You can get the Acrobat reader free from Adobe Systems.
2. Make a copy of your certificate or proof-of-completion of an approved exam or course.
3. Write a check or money order payable to New Haven Power Squadron for the appropriate amount (One-time Fees plus Annual Fees).
4. Mail the completed application, a copy of the exam certificate or proof-of-completion, and a check or money order to:
   
   N. A. Miller
   32 Fieldstone Court
   North Haven, CT 06473-2892

Membership Types

Active Member	Additional Active	Family	Apprentice / Sea Scout
Must pass an approved exam	Must pass an approved exam		Must pass an approved exam
Takes courses	Takes courses	Takes courses (Upon passing approved exam)	Takes courses
Attends meetings	Attends meetings	Attends meetings	Attends meetings
Votes	Votes
Holds elected or appointed office	Holds elected or appointed office
Earns Merit Marks	Earns Merit Marks	Earns Merit Marks	Earns Merit Marks
Receives The Ensign from USPS, Sounds of 1 from District 1, and The Bulletin from NHPS		Family members under the age of 18 are classified as junior family members for dues purposes only.	Receives The Ensign from USPS, Sounds of 1 from District 1, and The Bulletin from NHPS

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Membership Fees and Dues

One-time Fees
	Active Member	Additional Active	Adult Family	Junior Family	Apprentice / Sea Scout
First-Time Member Entrance Fee	$25.00	$.00	$.00	$.00	$.00
Add to Existing Household Entrance Fee		$.00	$.00	$.00
Reinstate Member Fee	$.00	$.00	$.00	$.00
Member Transfer Fee	$.00
Annual Fees
Annual Dues	$59.60	$22.80	$.00	$.00	$12.00
Prorated to					$12.00

The membership year runs June through May. If your membership starts in March, April or May your dues are through May of the next year.

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