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Who's ready for this fun holiday weekend coming this weekend? Our boat lift remote controls company sure is! If you are going to be out on your boat this weekend we hope that you have a good time and that you are safe! On that note, Firstmate Controls is here to give you a complete fireworks schedule that you can enjoy from the water at the Lake of the Ozarks, in this week's blog. Source: Lake Expo SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 4th Bear Bottom Resort, Fireworks @ 9:45 p.m. Live Music by Nashville Fiddle Dickers, 7 - 11 p.m. View fireworks by land at Bear Bottom Resort or by water at the 38 MM. Parking is limited, so arrive early.  Call for details: 573-374-6905 SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 Bear Bottom Resort, Fireworks 9:45 p.m. Live Music by The Nashville Fiddle Dickers, 7 - 11 p.m. View fireworks by land at Bear Bottom Resort or by water at the 38 MM. Parking is limited, so arrive early.  Call for details: 573-374-6905 Margaritaville Lake Resort Fireworks, after dusk (About 8:30 p.m.) Viewin...

Summer is actually here and we couldn't be more excited about it! Our boat lift remote controls company wishes you a very happy summer filled with boating fun! We encourage you to get out on the water FASTER this year. Firstmate Controls is here to help with that. Keep reading this week's blog for 3 major perks of having a new boat lift remote control system put in.  3 Major Perks of Having a New Boat Lift Remote Control System 1. ENJOY YOUR NEW HASSLE FREE EXPERIENCE OF GETTING ON THE WATER. With a Firstmate Boat Lift Remote Control, you can quickly and easily get on and off the water without the hassle of prepping and mooring. With the push of a button, the Firstmate Boat Lift Remote Control takes all the work out of raising and lowering your boat. The Firstmate system can automatically set your boat to one of three levels: Up, Board or Down. When your boat reaches the desired level, the system shuts off automatically. With the Board position, there’s no more climbing up in...

One of the largest boating events is coming up in a few months at the Lake of the Ozarks! The 33rd Annual Shootout will be taking place August 28th-29th over at Captain Ron's from August 28th-29th. Our boat lift remote controls company has mentioned this event in past years, but we can't stress enough how great of an event this is for boat enthusiasts! Keep reading this week's blog for a complete schedule of the Shootout.  Photo Credit: Fun Lake MO Source:  https://lakeoftheozarksshootout.com/events/lake-of-the-ozarks-shootout/ The 33rd Annual Shootout at the Lake of the Ozarks The Shootout at the Lake of the Ozarks is the largest unsanctioned boat race in the Midwest with over 100 racers and 100,000 spectators. SATURDAY, AUGUST 28, 2021 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Captain Ron’s breakfast 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Racer Registration on Cannonball Beach 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Safety Inspections & Class Identification 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Vendor Village and Racer Village open to ...

Summer 2021 is right around the corner! Did you know that Summer officially starts Sunday, June 20th? Our boat lift remote controls company sure did and we couldn't be more excited! In preparation for summer, we've compiled a checklist for you of things to check BEFORE you get out on the water this summer, in this week's blog. Remember to get out on the water FASTER this summer, call Firstmate Controls today to ask about our new units. We can be reached at 866-570-9707. Photo Credit: Fun Lake MO Summer 2021: Check Your Boat Out Beforehand To Make For A Safe Boating Trip! MAKE SURE YOU: HAVE YOUR GAS TANK FILLED. Check all your fuel lines. Make sure to check both your fill and vent hoses. Ensure none of your hoses have cracks or are brittle. Examine your fuel tanks, fuel pumps, and fuel pumps for possible leaks HAVE ENOUGH LIFE JACKETS ON BOARD. Check all your safety gear to make sure everything is still in working order. Check your life jackets. Make sure to check to see ...

Memorial weekend is upon us! We hope that everyone has a fun, but safe weekend. Many people will head to the lake for some boating fun! Be careful out on the water as there are bound to be a ton of other boats out there. Boat defensively and stay alert. That being said, our boat lift remote controls company is here to give you a few tips on how to protect your boat over this busy holiday weekend. If you REALLY want to invest in protection for your boat, consider a new boat lift remote control unit to keep your lift up from the undercurrent of those “Plow Dog” waves! Firstmate Controls is here for you. We can be reached at 866-570-9707. Photo Credit: Fun Lake MO How To Protect Your Boat Over Memorial Weekend MONITOR YOUR LIFT FOR DAMAGES. Routinely inspect the lift for any damage and to make sure it's functioning properly. You can even take it a step further and upgrade your lift with a remote-controlled system. By installing a boat lift remote control system to your lift, you ca...

Memorial weekend is coming up quickly! Going boating on this particular holiday weekend can be a very popular activity to enjoy with your family and friends. That being said, it is SO important that you practice safe boating techniques while out on the water, especially since there will be even more people out on the water due to the holiday. Our boat lift remote controls company is here to give you a few boating safety tips for Memorial weekend 2021 in this week's blog. Remember, you can get out on the water FASTER with a boat lift control you can count on! That's where Firstmate Controls comes in! Give us a call today at 866-570-9707 to learn more. Photo Credits: Fun Lake MO How To Boat Safely Memorial Weekend 2021 YOU MUST HAVE A LIFE JACKET ON BOARD FOR ALL PASSENGERS AND THE CAPTAIN. Having a life jacket on board for every one is not only required by the state of Missouri, but it's a smart habit to get into. While just having the life jackets on board won't do mu...

Who all has a dog out there? Many boaters do! Our dogs or fur babies are a part of our family. So, why wouldn't you want to bring them out on your boat with you, right? If this is your plan for this summer, our boat lift remote control company wishes you a fun, but safe time. Many dogs may get EXCITED to moment they see the water, so why waste time by not getting out on the water as fast as you safely can? Call Firstmate Controls today to talk about our New Units that can help you AND your fur baby get out on the water FASTER this summer. We can be reached at 866-570-9707. ALLOW YOUR DOG TO WALK AROUND ON YOUR BOAT BEFORE TAKING IT OUT. Before leaving, get your dog used to the boat. Let them on the boat while it is docked several times before going out to reinforce that it isn't a scary thing.  Turn it on and off to help them get used to the noise as well.  For the first several excursions, don't venture far and keep the boat at a slower pace.  Even though it may feel l...

Are you excited for boating season to finally start? Our boat lift remote controls company sure is! There are so many things to get excited about when it comes to boating season. One of the BEST parts is all of the fun boating activities you can try! On that note, keep reading this week's blog for 3 MUST-TRY boating activities our  boat lift remotes company  recommends. If you want to get out on the water FASTER this year, call  Firstmate Controls  today and ask us about our new units. We can be reached at 866-570-9707. Photo Credit: Fun Lake MO  3 MUST-TRY Boating Activities   1. SUNBATHE IN A NICE, QUIET NEW COVE. If you're used to going to the same spot every time you get on the water, try a new anchorage location. Even if it's just down the river a few minutes further, or on the opposite side of the lake, it can be fun to check out somewhere different with new scenery and water to explore. Have a good old-fashioned picnic on the beach along th...

Boating season 2021 is upon us! It will be here before you know it. Have you ever looked back on previous boating seasons and thought to yourself, "I should have thought about that"? If so, this is the blog for you. Our boat lift remote controls company is here to give you a few boating habits to make in 2021, in this week's blog. If you'd like to get out on the water FASTER this year, call Firstmate Controls today and ask about our new units. We can be reached at 866-570-9707.   Boating Habits To Make in 2021 Did you check to see if there are ENOUGH life jackets on board? It is the law to have enough life jackets on board for every one on the boat. They don't necessarily need to be worn, but they need to be easy to get to. If you aren't already in the habit of doing this, this is DEFINITELY a habit you need to get into. Did you check the weather forecast BEFORE heading out on the water? This is Missouri. The weather is incredibly unpredictable. One day it m...

The St. Charles Boat Show is coming up next month! Can you believe it? This year is moving right along. Our boat lift remote controls company is very excited to be a part of this boat show. Will you be attending this year? If so, we can't wait to see you there! If you've never been before, you are in for a treat! If you have been before, then you already know how good of a time it can be. That being said, keep reading this week's blog for all of the details regarding the St. Charles Boat Show this year. If you have any questions about our participation in the St. Charles Boat Show, please give us a call. Firstmate Controls can be reached at 866-570-9707. Source:  http://stcharlesboatshow.weebly.com/ Event Name: St. Charles Boat Show Event Location: St. Charles Convention Center 1 Convention Center Plz. St. Charles, MO 63303 Event Hours of Operation: March 4th; 12 - 9 pm March 5th; 12 - 9 pm March 6th; 10 am - 9 pm March 7th; 10 am - 5 pm Admission: $10.00 for adults; $6 f...

Winter officially starts Monday, December 21, 2020! What do you like to do in the winter? While some may prefer to stay indoors, others may prefer to take advantage of this prime fishing time! Our boat lift remote control system company is here to give you a few helpful tips for fishing for crappie this winter, in this week's blog. Remember, Get on the water FASTER, with Boat Lift Controls you can count on at Firstmate Controls ! Visit our website at www.FirstmateControls.com for more information. Anyone Hoping To Catch Some Crappie This Winter? USE JIGS THAT TRAVEL AT A SLOWER PACE. Because fish swim slower in the wintertime to conserve energy, it's important that you're using jigs that also move slowly. A lightweight jig will not sink as fast as a heavier one, so most anglers stick to the small ones in the winter. A heavier line will also slow your approach by causing more resistance in the water, and even a bobber will slow a jig. Float rigs are great for allowing the ...

Our boat life remote control system company would like to wish everyone a very, Happy Thanksgiving this year! Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on what you are thankful for. With that in mind, Firstmate Controls is here to tell you a few things that we are thankful for in this week's blog. What Is Firstmate Controls Thankful For? FANTASTIC CUSTOMERS! We are happy that we have been able to help so many people over the years with their boat lift remote control-related needs. We've met so many kind people and some of them have even left behind some very kind words about our business that are just too sweet not to share. "After extensive research I chose not to purchase the "manual" control package offered from the HydroHoist dealer that I purchased my lift through. Julie at Firstmate was very accommodating explaining the features & benefits of the Gen3 Pro remote control package I purchased. I'm not the easiest person to satisfy but based on the total expe...