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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 almost here! Woohoo! Are you excited? Our boat lift remote controls company sure is! That being said, is your dock and boat READY for boating season? Keep reading this week's blog for YOUR Boat and Dock Safety Check List. This list can help get you started in preparing your dock and boat for the season! You know that you already invested a substantial amount of money in your boat, so why wouldn't you want to get out on the water FASTER with a top-of-the-line boat lift remote system? That's where we come in. Check out our New Units at www.FirstMateControls.com . If you have any questions, please give us a call at Firstmate Controls . We can be reached at 866-570-9707. Your Boat and Dock Safety Check List IS YOUR BOAT REGISTRATION UP TO DATE? Get your license, registration and tags/decals renewed. Not having these items up to date can really put a damper in your summer fun if you get stopped by the water patrol or on your way to the water. The violatio...

Happy Spring everyone! The weather is just beautiful, isn't it? Boating season will be here before you know it. With that in mind, have you thought about how to make your dock more accessible before the season starts? When we say more accessible, what do we mean? Make your dock work for YOU! Change your Mind – Change your Dock – Change your Accessories. Bring BRACKET BUDDY to your dock. Keep reading this week's blog for a few BRACKET BUDDY suggestions to add to your dock this year. If you end up having any questions on any of these dock accessories, please give our our boat lift remote company a call today. Firstmate Controls can be reached at 866-570-9707. Photo Credit: Fun Lake MO What Does It Take To Make For A More Accessible Dock? Standard Remote Features: Emergency Handles Remote Controlled Safety Valve Drivers Available: 1 Valve  2-Valve  3-Valve (3 Tank Lift) 4-Valve (4 Tank Lift) Colors Available: White with Blue Lid White with Black Lid (Opaque) White with Gra...