5 Things You Can Do NOW to Gear Up for Next Year's Boating Season
The colder weather has us boaters jonesing for next year's boating season to get here as quickly as possible. You may even be spending time longingly staring out to the water or just sitting in your boat offshore reminiscing about the great times you had on the water this past summer. Firstmate Controls know your pain. BUT! Just because it's fall and the temperatures have dropped, doesn't mean you have to completely give up your love of boating. We've got some great ideas - check out 5 things you can do NOW to gear up for next year's boating season!
1. Inspect Your Life Preservers
Lifejackets that don't get used much and spend most of their shelf life tucked away in the wells of your boat may not be in as good of shape as you think. And while you may be thinking "well, we don't ever use them anyway, so it doesn't matter," if an incident were to arise that you did need to use a lifejacket, if yours aren't in good condition they're not going to be much help in saving a life. Take time to visually inspect every lifejacket for rips, tears, holes, etc. Make sure that all the straps are intact and not frayed or torn. Check zippers and waist buckles for proper functionality.
2. Brush Up On Your Boating Knowledge
No matter how much of a boating guru you consider yourself to be, there is always room for improvement and education. If you feel that you know the ins and outs of your boat - it's inner workings, safety precautions, tips/tricks to make boating easier - you can venture out to other boating topics that interest you. Do you know all the proper knotting techniques a sailor should know? It's not only a fun topic, but could be a very useful skill to have, too.
3. Research New Places to Boat
Sure, we all have our favorite place to take the boat out. And if you've got a lakefront home with a dock, you're more than likely content just jumping on the lake you live on. But every now and then it's fun to check out new places. Take some time this winter to research other great boating locations - whether it be one of the Top 5 Missouri Recreational Lakes that we recommended in one of our previous blogs, a new to you creek or river, or somewhere out of state. Explore your options and make a plan to visit somewhere new - ADVENTURE IS OUT THERE!
4. Get Your Fishing Gear Lined Out
Okay, we know that this is definitely one of the things you're missing. So much, that you may even be sneaking out any chance you can to cast a line or two even on the cold days. And if you're a super fisherman, you've probably got plans to go gigging too! But what you're really thinking about is the game fishing this spring. Now's the time to organize your fishing gear, do some research to find out what works best for the species you're aiming to catch in the spring, and get your fishing rods ready to go! And of course, it's never too early to start planning the weekend fishing trips that are bound to take up your spring!
5. Get a Firstmate Control System
Get proactive this fall/winter season and take the work out of boating before the next boating season gets here! 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 into the boat or hanging on to the dock, making it easier to get your guests and their items in and out safely.
With these 5 ideas for things you can do NOW to gear up for next boating season, you'll quickly forget your winter woes and be ready to go for the upcoming 2018 boating season! And don't forget, our Firstmate Boat Lift Remote Control systems are manufactured to your specific needs! So no matter the size of your lift, we can manufacture the right system to fit. For more information on how to get a boat lift remote control system contact us at 866-570-9707. Got any other ideas to beat the winter season woes? Share them in the comments!
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1. Inspect Your Life Preservers
Lifejackets that don't get used much and spend most of their shelf life tucked away in the wells of your boat may not be in as good of shape as you think. And while you may be thinking "well, we don't ever use them anyway, so it doesn't matter," if an incident were to arise that you did need to use a lifejacket, if yours aren't in good condition they're not going to be much help in saving a life. Take time to visually inspect every lifejacket for rips, tears, holes, etc. Make sure that all the straps are intact and not frayed or torn. Check zippers and waist buckles for proper functionality.
2. Brush Up On Your Boating Knowledge
No matter how much of a boating guru you consider yourself to be, there is always room for improvement and education. If you feel that you know the ins and outs of your boat - it's inner workings, safety precautions, tips/tricks to make boating easier - you can venture out to other boating topics that interest you. Do you know all the proper knotting techniques a sailor should know? It's not only a fun topic, but could be a very useful skill to have, too.
3. Research New Places to Boat
Sure, we all have our favorite place to take the boat out. And if you've got a lakefront home with a dock, you're more than likely content just jumping on the lake you live on. But every now and then it's fun to check out new places. Take some time this winter to research other great boating locations - whether it be one of the Top 5 Missouri Recreational Lakes that we recommended in one of our previous blogs, a new to you creek or river, or somewhere out of state. Explore your options and make a plan to visit somewhere new - ADVENTURE IS OUT THERE!
4. Get Your Fishing Gear Lined Out
Okay, we know that this is definitely one of the things you're missing. So much, that you may even be sneaking out any chance you can to cast a line or two even on the cold days. And if you're a super fisherman, you've probably got plans to go gigging too! But what you're really thinking about is the game fishing this spring. Now's the time to organize your fishing gear, do some research to find out what works best for the species you're aiming to catch in the spring, and get your fishing rods ready to go! And of course, it's never too early to start planning the weekend fishing trips that are bound to take up your spring!
5. Get a Firstmate Control System
Get proactive this fall/winter season and take the work out of boating before the next boating season gets here! 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 into the boat or hanging on to the dock, making it easier to get your guests and their items in and out safely.
With these 5 ideas for things you can do NOW to gear up for next boating season, you'll quickly forget your winter woes and be ready to go for the upcoming 2018 boating season! And don't forget, our Firstmate Boat Lift Remote Control systems are manufactured to your specific needs! So no matter the size of your lift, we can manufacture the right system to fit. For more information on how to get a boat lift remote control system contact us at 866-570-9707. Got any other ideas to beat the winter season woes? Share them in the comments!
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Phone: (866) 570-9707
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