United States Power Squadrons Guides
United States Power Squadrons Guides are generally short booklets that provide useful information on a variety of marine-related topics. They are available from United States Power Squadrons Headquarters by calling 1-888-FOR-USPS between 8:30AM and 4:00PM ET Monday through Friday, or on-line via the United States Power Squadrons Ship's Store. Shipping and handling costs will be added to the prices below. Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express are accepted. These same items are also available to USPS members at reduced rates through their Squadron Educational Officer.
Some Guides are also available to the public at various marine supply stores and book stores.
These items may be used in USPS® classroom courses and seminars or for home study. Follow the link for a description of the item.
| Guide | New |
Retail Price |
Member Price |
| Boat Insurance | $ 6.95 |
$ 5.00 |
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| Compass Adjusting | $ 6.95 |
$ 5.00 |
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| Global Positioning System (GPS) | $11.50 |
$
6.00 |
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| GMDSS and Marine Radio, The Boatowner's Guide to | $16.95 |
$11.00 |
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| How to Fly Flags | $ 6.95 |
$ 5.00 |
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| Knots, Bends and Hitches for Mariners |
$14.95 |
$ 9.90 |
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| Knot Tying: The Basic Knots CD | $24.95 |
$12.95 |
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| Marine Amateur Radio | $12.95 |
$ 8.40 |
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| Navigational Astronomy | $ 6.95 |
$ 5.00 |
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| Plotting and Labeling Standards | $ 6.95 |
$ 5.00 |
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| Predicted Log Contest | $ 6.95 |
$ 5.00 |
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| Sailing, Introduction to | $14.95 |
$13.00 |
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| Sight Reduction Methods | $16.95 |
$12.50 |
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| Skipper Saver | $12.95 |
$ 9.50 |
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| USPS Nautical Glossary | $ 6.95 |
$ 5.00 |
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| Water Sports | $ 6.95 |
$ 5.00 |
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