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Boating is a top activity at the Lake of the Ozarks. When you are enjoying a warm summer or spring day out on the water, nothing ruins your fun like inclement weather. Storms in the Ozarks often come quickly and sometimes unexpectedly. When you are out on the water and it starts to storm, there are some things you should do for your safety. Firstmate Controls has some tips to keep you safe during inclement weather. Check the Weather Before you use your remote control boat lift to take your boat out on the water for the day, check the weather before you head out. You should get an idea of what the weather is going to do all day so you can plan accordingly. Storms can be dangerous when you are on the water, especially if lightning is the in the forecast. Having a smartphone on board is a good idea in case it starts to cloud up while you out because you can quickly check the radar. Keeping a constant eye on the weather is a must to keep you safe when you are out on ...

Get ready for the boating season this year by revolutionizing your dock! Not sure what products will be best for properly  accessorizing a dock ?  Firstmate Controls  has some featured products that you'll love. We make shopping for dock accessories and  remote control systems  easy. We don't just have remote control systems, we also carry parts for servicing systems as well. This week, we're showcasing a new product we're offering: the  Bracket Buddy ! Check Out the Bracket Buddy! This handy new product allows you to change out dock accessories without damaging your dock. It eliminates the need to drill unsightly holes in your dock posts! These universal brackets fit 2" or 2 1/2" dock posts, making them useful to almost any dock owner. The stainless steel construction provides long lasting reliability and easily mounts in less than 5 minutes! And since they're not a permanent fixture, you can move them just as easily as you put them up - meaning ...

Get ready for the boating season this year by revolutionizing your hoist! Not sure what products will be best for properly  accessorizing a dock ?  Firstmate Controls  has some featured products that you'll love. We make shopping for dock accessories and  remote control systems  easy. We don't just have remote control systems, we also carry parts for servicing systems as well.  Check out our website  for more products that we have in stock. Manual Boxes Features: Full Port Valves  Handle Stops Standard Remote Features: Emergency Handles  Remote Controlled  Safety Valve Drivers Generation 3 Pro Features:  Faster Operation  Even Easier to Use  Emergency Handles  Remote Controlled  Safety Valve Drivers  Smart Controls  Lift Monitoring  Programmable Positions  Remote Lighting Option from Key Fob: Dock Lights, Ambient or Cove Theatre Lighting   *Featu...

When it comes to selecting your marine electronic equipment , many folks feel more comfortable working with people they know and trust. We understand this because we feel the same! So this week, we at Firstmate Controls want to give you a little insight on how we got started, and who you're working with when you purchase a Firstmate product. So, without further ado, let's take a look at what co-owner Julie Figura has to say! Q&A with Julie Figura Q: Can you tell us a little about Firstmate and your staff? A: "John is an electrical engineer by trade.  He began his career at St. Louis Music designing amplifiers; went on to satellite communications for Muzak.  He has a strong background in wireless communications – so when I initially was hurt (see last week's blog for the story), the Firstmate was a challenge/labor of love (no pun intended) to design.  We have had design partners to help enhance our product line for the last 15 years.  They include peopl...