America's Boating Club Houston

10/14/2026

Elevate your boating experience and save while you do it! 🛥️⚓

When you join America’s Boating Club | United States Power Squadrons®, your membership pays for itself with exclusive savings on and off the water.

🎒 1. Course & Educational Savings: Discounted access to local classes, hands-on boating training, and online courses.

🧭 2. Marine Gear & Navigation Deals: Member-only savings on marine electronics, digital charts, safety gear, and boat equipment.

🛡️ 3. Insurance Rate Savings: Preferred rates on boat, auto, home, and pet insurance through major national carriers.

✈️ 4. Travel & Lifestyle Perks: Exclusive discounts on car rentals, hotel stays, UPS shipping, and medical travel assistance.

Ready to join a community of passionate boaters and unlock these perks today?

📲 Join now: https://americasboatingclub.org/index.php/join

10/12/2026

🚨 Exciting News for America’s Boating Club Members! 🚤🛡️
Safe boating education pays off—literally!

We’re thrilled to announce a brand-new affinity boat insurance program in partnership with Core Insurance Group ⚓
What this means for our members:
🔹 Multi-Carrier Options: Compare coverage tailored to your boat and how you use it.
🔹 Education Discounts: Participating carriers offer savings and credits for completing safety courses. 🔹 Survey Flexibility: Select older vessels (20+ years, under $100k value) may not require a vessel survey, depending on underwriting.

Protecting your boat just got easier and more flexible. Stay tuned as we roll out full access to this new benefit!

📲 Learn more about current member perks: https://portal.americasboatingclub.org/ABC/ABC/News/Member-Benefits.aspx

10/09/2026

Safety first every time you hit the water! 🚤⚓

Whether heading out for early morning fishing or navigating to your favorite hunting spot, staying safe on the boat is what keeps the streak going.

In our latest video, we share essential safety tips, gear checks, and best practices every outdoorsman needs before casting off.

📺 Watch the full guide on YouTube: https://youtu.be/GKvOJZW4L3Q

💬 What’s the one piece of safety gear you never leave the dock without? Let us know in the comments below! 👇

10/07/2026

October is National Hunting & Fishing Month! 🎣🦆

Cold water, heavy gear, early morning low-light navigation, and sudden weather shifts make fall boating unique.

⚓ Essential Fall Safety Checklist:

🛟 Wear Your Life Jacket: Camo and low-profile life jackets fit comfortably over heavy hunting layers.

⚖️ Balance Your Load: Keep decoys, fishing tackle, dogs, and gear low and evenly distributed to prevent capsizing.

📝 Leave a Float Plan: Always tell someone onshore where you are going and when you expect to return.

💡 Check Your Lights: Ensure navigation lights work properly for those early dawn launches.

Stay safe, stay warm, and make every cast and hunt count this October!

🔗 Learn more safe boating tips & find local courses: https://americasboatingclub.org

10/01/2026

It’s fall y’all—time to cozy up with The Ensign’s Fall 2026 issue, which you can read online now!

The fall 2026 issue of The Ensign magazine features stories on a canal cruise through The Netherlands, a boater's 50-year membership in America's Boating Club, a vessel safety check for a U.S. Navy wa

10/01/2026

There’s no better way to expand your boating horizons than with trailering. Especially with limited time, you can haul your boat to new and exciting destinations. Learn to tow, launch, and retrieve your boat like a pro with America's Boating Club | United States Power Squadrons' online seminar Trailering Your Boat. This seminar covers everything you need to know:

✅ Choosing the right trailer, hitch, and tow vehicle
✅ Essential safety checks before and during your trip
✅ The art of towing—maneuver with ease
✅ Boat ramp etiquette for stress-free launch and retrieval
✅ Maintenance tips to keep your equipment in top shape
✅ Key points about registration, titling, and insurance

Take Trailering Your Boat today and be ready to hit the road for your next boating adventure! https://bit.ly/ABCTrailering

Choosing a trailer, tow vehicle, and other gear, how to haul the trailer, launch and retrieve your boat, boat ramp etiquette, trailer maintenance, insurance, and registration. online course

09/28/2026

With no roads to follow, how do you avoid obstacles and get where you want to go on the water? Get the basic skills you need to navigate safely with our online Marine Navigation course.

Learn how to plan your route and follow it for a fun, safe journey. Sign up for Marine Navigation today! https://bit.ly/ABCMarineNav

A complete guide to planning and following a course to reach a destination on the water. Hands-on experience with electronic and paper charts for both coastal and inland waterways.

09/26/2026

Safety first every time you hit the water 🚤⚓️

Whether you're heading out for early morning fishing or navigating to your hunting spot, staying safe on the boat is what keeps the streak going.

In our latest video, we share essential safety tips, gear checks, and best practices every outdoorsman needs before casting off.

👇 Watch the full safety guide on YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GKvOJZW4L3Q

What's the one piece of safety gear you never leave the dock without? Let us know in the comments! 👇

09/25/2026

Setting an anchor safely requires the right scope, proper technique, and clear communication from the bow! ⚓

Master foundational boating safety skills with America's Boating Club | United States Power Squadrons 🚤

Find a course or local squadron near you at https://americasboatingclub.org/index.php/join

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09/22/2026

Boating is best enjoyed together, and involving your family in your local America’s Boating Club | United States Power Squadron is a wonderful way to build skills and create lasting memories on the water. Joining a local squadron gives boaters of all ages access to hands-on learning, fun social events, and a welcoming community of fellow enthusiasts.

Key benefits of getting your family involved include:
- Learning essential water safety habits and life jacket safety early 🦺
- Teaching kids practical boating skills like line handling and chart reading 🗺️
- Joining family-friendly group cruises, picnics, and community events 🚤
- Connecting with experienced local boaters who know your area's waterways ⚓

How does your family like to get involved on the water? Share your favorite family boating memory in the comments below! 👇

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09/17/2026

With no roads to follow, how do you avoid obstacles and get where you want to go on the water? Get the basic skills you need to navigate safely with our online Marine Navigation course.

Learn how to plan your route and follow it for a fun, safe journey. Sign up for Marine Navigation today! https://bit.ly/ABCMarineNav

Learn everything you need to cruise safely and confidently whether by power or sail. This comprehensive course covers it all: planning, boat selection, onboard systems, navigation, safety, anchoring, weather, provisioning, and more. Whether you’re heading out for a weekend or many months, you’ll...

09/17/2026

Winter is the perfect time for local squadrons to host indoor youth education programs focused on water safety and boating basics.

Teaching kids early builds lifetime habits that protect them every time they get near the water.

Youth winter programs help young boaters learn:
- Life jacket fitting and proper flotation safety 🦺
- Essential water safety rules around docks and boats 🌊
- Basic line handling and knot tying skills 🪢
- Environmental stewardship and respect for local waterways 🌲

What youth activities are you interested in hosting? Let us know in the comments below!

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09/15/2026

Launching and retrieving your boat should be a smooth, stress-free routine. Whether you are heading to a local lake or trailering to a new coastal destination, having confidence in your equipment and driving technique makes all the difference.

America's Boating Club | United States Power Squadrons, Trailering Your Boat course gives you practical knowledge to haul and launch safely:
- Choose the correct tow vehicle, hitch, and trailer capacity
- Follow essential safety inspection checklists before hitting the road
- Master towing dynamics and efficient boat ramp etiquette
- Protect your investment with proper equipment maintenance tips

Ready to expand your boating horizons with hassle-free trailering? Visit https://uspsonline.enrolmart.com/courses/trailering to sign up today, or leave a comment below with your favorite trailering tip!

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09/10/2026

Wearing a comfortable life jacket and keeping a sharp lookout are fundamental habits that protect everyone on board.

America’s Boating Club | United States Power Squadrons help boaters of all experience levels build real confidence on the water through hands-on practice and practical courses:

- Master nautical charts, GPS navigation, and route planning 🗺️
- Understand the navigation rules of the road to avoid collisions ⚓
- Learn essential safety protocols and equipment maintenance 🦺
- Connect with a local community of friendly, experienced boaters 🌊

What is your favorite destination to navigate? Drop your favorite spot in the comments below! 👇

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09/08/2026

Navigating open waters with confidence starts with mastering traditional and digital seamanship skills. While modern electronic chart plotters are convenient, relying solely on screens can leave you unprepared if equipment fails.

Our Marine Navigation course teaches fundamental skills every captain should know:

- Reading nautical charts and symbols accurately 🗺️
- Plotting precise courses and dead reckoning 📐
- Calculating speed, time, and distance on the water ⏱️
- Accounting for compass variation and deviation 🧭

Whether you are a new boater or an experienced skipper looking to refresh your knowledge, building safe navigation habits ensures peace of mind for you and your crew.

https://uspsonline.enrolmart.com/courses/marine-navigation

05/28/2026

Here are some tips on how to protect your vessel during a hurricane:

1️⃣ Strip the Deck 🌬️
Remove all canvas, cushions, and sails. In hurricane winds, these act like giant parachutes that can rip cleats right out of your deck. If it’s not bolted down, it’s a projectile!

2️⃣ Double Lines + Chafe Gear 🧵
Use oversized nylon lines for extra stretch. Most importantly, add chafe gear (like a heavy-duty hose) wherever lines touch the dock. Friction from a storm surge can melt a bare rope in minutes.

3️⃣ Center the Boat (The Spiderweb) 🕸️
Don't tie it tight! Use long spring lines to center the boat in the slip. This allows the boat to rise with the storm surge without getting pinned against the dock or pulled underwater.

4️⃣ Clear the Drains 🌧️
Hurricane rain is relentless. Ensure your scuppers (deck drains) are crystal clear. If they clog with debris, your cockpit fills like a bathtub, adding thousands of pounds that can swamp the boat.

5️⃣ Grab the "Go-Bag" 📸
Take your electronics and paperwork home. Pro Tip: Take "before" photos of your expert tie-down job. It’s your best evidence for insurance if the dock itself fails.

Stay safe, stay prepared, and watch the weather! 🌀💪