About Us
District 3 is the Long Island New York regional organization of the United States Power Squadrons®, a non-profit educational 501 (c)(3) organization that teaches safe boating, boat handling, navigation, and various courses to members
and to the public.
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Each squadron or local club is ready to help local boaters learn more. Contact a local club near you for more information.
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Contact a squadron near you and take a safe boating course or advanced educational course, today!
D3 Calendar of Events
District Commander John Winter is a perfect time to plan for your Spring & Summer boating activities including:
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​ 2026 certainly put a chill on boating. Now with tons of snow, many wonder will we ever see the dock again? But it is a time for learning about how exciting your spring and summer boating can be with the United States Power Squadrons |America's Boating Club members.
Contact one of our clubs and learn about the many educational and social events that will add to your boating skill set.
As of January 1st, 2025, New York State law requires all boaters, of a mechanic drive vessel, to have completed a Safe Boating course and carry with them proof of compliance. The
governor's press release "failure to comply could result in a fine of between $100 and $250..." concentrate on bringing safe boating education to the community.
Many of our squadrons (Clubs) have posted their Spring Educational Schedules. Class are in-person and virtual and designed to fit your schedule, life-style, plus, help you learn more about how safe boating is really fun boating.
Check for new seminars and classes today! Don't forget to check, our winter activities are meant to bring those that love the water together. Whether you have a boat, enjoy boating with friends, or prefer on-land events we've got the activities you'll love.
See you soon.
John
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There are lots of Events on our Calendar.
Welcome all!
Take a look at a squadron near you...click here
Event Board
District 3 - Long Island continues to offer to both the new and experienced boaters the opportunity to share boating experiences and knowledge together.
Even if you don't have a boat, but love the life-style of on the water activities, contact us for ways you can join in on the fun.
Spring Conference
April 2026
ReCertification Seminar
Virtual class scheduled for 2026
Open to ALL D3 Instructors
Update on learning techniques and PPT presentations
register by contacting Ann
Peltier.ABC@gmail.com
Instructor Development Course -
2026 Class forming NOW
Share your boating skills with others become a Certified Instructor
PreRegister by contacting Ann
Peltier.ABC@gmail.com
We are always concerned about the health and well-being of our members. We are currently scheduling in-person events but know that some members still consider 'social distancing' important. Join us at our events: if you prefer to social distance - we understand;
if you prefer to wear a mask - we understand.
D3 Mariners
Besty's Sea Stars
