thank you for being a member of america’s boating club®

You've taken an important step towards safe and responsible boating. Now, take your skills to the next level with Ditch, the AI-powered navigation app that helps you explore with confidence.

As a United States Power Squadron® member, you're eligible for a one year subscription, completely free!

Ditch uses advanced technology and recent data to provide you with the safest and most efficient routes, helping you navigate unfamiliar waters.

To get started, download our app and create an account. Detailed instructions are below on this page should you need more information.


Why Ditch?

  • Smart Path™: Ditch uses billions of data points to generate smart auto-routing for your journeys

  • Historical AIS data: See where other boaters have been to benefit from valuable local knowledge

  • Smart ETA: Get accurate arrival times that factor in slower no-wake zones and channels

  • Live navigation view: Enjoy real-time updates on your route, ETA, and SOG

how to get started

To activate your free year of unlimited access, you will need to download the mobile app, and create an account. Here's how to get started.

Step 1: download ditch

Find the Ditch navigation app in the App Store (iOS), or Google Play Store (Android).

step 2: create an account

Open the app and create an account using your email address or by signing in with your Google, Facebook or Apple credentials. If you use your email, you'll receive a verification email to complete the process. You will immediately get access with a two week free trial.

step 3: enter your promo code

Tap on Profile in the bottom navigation and tap into Subscription. You’ll see how long is left on your free trial and a promo area for you to enter your access code. After you enter the code, tap Apply, and the orange button (it will say ‘Activate’ or ‘Subscribe Now’). Congratulations you will now have one year free access, so all you have to do it start planning your next journey!

Can’t see the promo box? Make sure you have the latest version of Ditch downloaded from your app store.