Member Benefits
The Olympia Sail and Power Squadron (OSPS), just like all local squadrons around the country that are affiliated with the United States Sail and Power Squadrons (USPS), offers many member benefits, and the benefit package is growing rapidly. The following are structured to the USPS MEMBER, and can only be obtained by a person with a current membership card. Below is an overview of benefits. For details on these, visit the USPS member benefits page.- Free Education (see a list of member classes)
- Tax Deduction on Dues and some Travel Expenses
- GPS for Mariners
- Discounts on Computer Software and Hardware
- USPS Boat Insurance Program
- Reduced Membership Dues with Boat US and all their Programs
- Chase VISA Credit Card with Competitive Interest Rates and No Annual Fees - Call (800) 347-7887
- Chase Preferred Mortgage Program for Members
- USPS Port Captains
- Liaison with governmental agencies
- Discounts with Maptech
- The Ensign® Magazine
- The Compass - Electronic Newsletter
- 40% Discount from Soundings Magazine
- Discounts on Nobeltec Navigation Software
- Up to 12% Discount with DELL Computers
- Cooperative Charting, Vessel Safety Check, and Special Programs
- C-MAP Member and Squadron Discounts
- McGraw Hill On-line Store - Discounted Books
- Discounts with Rose Point Navigation Systems, LLC
- Long Term Care Insurance by John Hancock Life Insurance
- Discounts with Hamilton Marine, a Discount Marine Store
- Rigid Boats - 10% discount
- Moving Day Boxes - 10% discount
- Highway Mariners, Discounts at "RV Park of Choice" located near GB venue
- Fresh Choice Seafood
- CVS Photo Business Account Program
- Maritech Industries - Offers Variety of Essential Boating Gear Discounted