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DULUTH SAIL & POWER SQUADRON

Duluth Sail & Power Squadron | Boating Safety, Education & Community in Twin Ports
  
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The Duluth Sail & Power Squadron is located in Duluth, Minnesota at the Western end of beautiful Lake Superior. We are a local unit of the United States Power Squadrons®, in District 10, and are a volunteer, non-profit fraternal boating organization of men, women, and families who have a common love and appreciation of recreational boating. USPS® has about 45,000 members in almost 450 local Squadrons and is the world’s largest private boating organization. Our members contribute to their communities by promoting safe boating through Public & Member Education as well as Vessel Safety Checks. Our members boat on Lake Superior as well as the many inland lakes in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We enjoy participating with our fellow members on the water and in the classroom.

The Duluth Sail & Power Squadron is part of America’s Boating Club (United States Power Squadrons® – USPS), a national organization that has been promoting boating safety, education, and civic service for over 100 years. DSPS serves boaters in the Duluth-Superior region, ensuring that the local maritime community has access to top-tier education, vessel safety checks, and community-driven events.

Our Mission:

  • Promote boating safety through education and training.
  • Encourage responsible and knowledgeable boaters in the Duluth-Superior area.
  • Provide free vessel safety inspections to help boaters meet Coast Guard standards.
  • Foster a strong boating community through social events and networking.
  • Advocate for environmental stewardship, helping to protect the Great Lakes and local waterways.

Events

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DSPS has an exciting lineup of events planned throughout the summer! Whether you’re a brand-new boater or a seasoned captain, we welcome everyone to join us for fun, learning, and community on the water. 🚤⚓

Classes

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DSPS courses are thoughtfully designed to benefit boaters of all experience levels. Explore our available classes and enhance your skills on the water! 🚤⚓

Safety Checks

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DSPS conducts numerous vessel safety checks each year to ensure boaters meet essential marine safety standards and enjoy a secure experience on the water. 🚤⚓

About Us

America’s Boating Club® – Duluth Squadron is headquartered in Duluth, MN and the Squadron Dock is at the Western end of beautiful Lake Superior near Allouez Bay. We are a local unit of America’s Boating Club, in District 10.  We are an all-volunteer, 501(c)(3) non-profit boating organization that has a common appreciation in educating, promoting and practicing safe boating and water activities. Our members are boaters and non-boaters that want to LEARN, ENGAGE and CONNECT together.  America’s Boating Club® – Duluth Squadron wants to contribute to their communities by promoting safe boating and water activities through education to LEARN boating and water activity skills. We ENGAGE with boating and non-boating members and CONNECT with our community by promoting safety on the water.  This is accomplished through public and member education as well as performing Vessel Safety Checks (VSC) and other community events.  Our boating members enjoy Lake Superior as well as the many inland lakes in Minnesota and Wisconsin.

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Education

DSPS is dedicated to educating the public on boating safety, regulations, and federal requirements. Each year, we offer a variety of classes and actively promote Safe Boating Week in May to enhance awareness and ensure safer waterways for everyone.

Become a Member

Join the Duluth Squadron and you can improve your boating knowledge and skills through any of our education classes, socialize with other boat lovers, and get discounts on merchandise and services.

Education

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As a member of the DSPS, you will have the opportunity to take several discounted education classes about boating safety.

Socialize

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Being a member includes many fun, interesting club events and volunteer opportunities to share your skills with boaters and non-boaters, as well as a place to gather and socialize.

Discounts

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DSPS has partnered with exclusive organizations and businesses to provide member discounts.

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