Springtime – Time To Renew

Renew

May 9, 2019

For the majority of the CPS-ECP Members, the warming spring sun starts everyone’s thoughts turning towards the coming season on the water. The preparation of the vessels and the preparation of plans for the times to be spent on the water this summer.

Have you renewed your CPS-ECP Membership yet?

If not, why not do it right now? Don’t miss out!

Your CPS-ECP membership will provide you with many benefits to make your times on the water safer and more enjoyable, plus offering you cost savings. Now will be the time to take advantage of the knowledge you have learned from CPS-ECP Courses, Seminars, in the classrooms, online, and at your squadron sponsored events.

Our Benefits Suppliers offer a wide variety of products and services for all members from the new graduates and boaters to the long- time members. These range from product discounts and after you negotiate your best deal for that new piece of equipment using your manufacturer’s rebates, accommodations, and travel destinations. Do you want to travel somewhere special or different this next Summer or Winter? When renewing, don’t forget to submit your name, membership number, and squadron to the Sunsail Membership Renewal Contest open to all renewals and life members between September 1, 2018 and August 31, 2019. Email Sunsail-Contest@cps-ecp.caa to win a Charter voucher worth $7500 USD for any where in the world they are located.

Renew Now – Benefit from your CPS-ECP Membership!

By: Bob Parke AP
Chair: National Membership Committee

Photo: Ashley Arnold

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