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Our  boat lift remote controls company  would like to wish you all a very Happy Independence Day this year! Be safe out on the water as many people will likely be out on the lake this weekend.  Firstmate Controls  services many lake areas all over but one of our large service areas is the Lake of the Ozarks. Keep reading this week's blog to learn where all the fireworks are going to be at the Lake of the Ozarks this weekend. If you plan to boat this busy weekend, be safe and aware of your surroundings.   Dates: Jul 1, 2022 - Jul 4, 2022 Various Lake of the Ozarks Locations: Osage Beach, MO 65065 Independence Day Celebrations & Fireworks: Dale Hollow Winery July 1; 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm Stover, MO Phone: 573-569-0094 dalehollowwinery.com Captain Ron’s July 3; Fireworks Begin at Dusk Sunrise Beach, MO | 34.5 MM By Water Phone: 573-374-5852 captainronsatthelake.com City of Linn Creek July 3; Fireworks Begin at Dusk Linn Creek City Park; Linn Creek, MO Phone: 5...

Summer weather has finally made it, which means setting up your summer plans to spend time out on the lake with friends and family. Part of the planning should include creating a luxurious boating experience for you and your guests to enjoy all summer long. This week, the best marine electronics manufacturing company has some great ideas for you to ensure a fun and fantastic time out on the lake this summer! Bring on the Fun with Towables Spend the day on the lake in style with our fun towables that will keep the laughter and smiles going all day long. Whether you prefer fast and furious or leisure water activities, there are plenty of towables out there to sate anyone's adventurous appetite. Don't Let Hunger Pull You Off the Lake You and your friends are bound to get hungry out on the lake after fun in the sun and splashing around. Don't just rely on chips to hold you over, or risk having to call it a day because everyone's hungry. Be prepared by getting a mountable g...

We are ready for longer days now that it is almost this summer! Life is too short NOT to go out and make some memories with your friends and family! The best boat lift remote controls company is here to give you a few EXCITING ideas for fun with the family out on the lake this summer, in this week's blog! If you want to make the MOST out of your time on the lake, get out on the water FASTER with a boat lift remote you can count on! Call Firstmate Controls at 866-570-9707 and ask about our NEW units! TAKE THE KIDS FISHING FOR THE FIRST TIME! What better way to relax than waiting for the fish to bite? You can fish right off land or cruise around in a boat or kayak to find the best fishing holes. The fish tend to bite in the mornings and evenings, so fishing is a perfect way to start or end your day on the water! It is also a fun activity for kids. They will have fun playing with the bait and seeing the fish, and their first catch will be a great photo memory! TRY WATERSPORTS! Watersk...

Summer is basically here in Missouri!  During stormy season in Missouri, it's a good idea to be prepared when you're going out on the water.  Inclement weather is one of the leading causes of boat accidents, especially if the operator isn’t aware of the impending bad weather. Do not go boating if there is bad weather coming. Ensure you check the weather before going out on the water. You do not want to get caught in the middle of a severe weather situation.  There are a few precautionary steps you should take to stay safe, and some important information you need to know in case bad weather sneaks up on you. Keep reading to learn all about it from our team at  Firstmate Controls ! Check the Weather Before you head out on the water, it's best to plan ahead and try to avoid the bad weather all together. There are many weather apps that can help you plan ahead for sunny days with no rain in the forecast. We all know that Missouri weather can be unpredictable, and that da...

It's always a good idea to be prepared when you're going out on the water. There are a few precautionary steps you should take to stay safe, and some important law information you need to know while boating in Missouri . Firstmate Controls was created to make the boating experience safer, easier, and a BLAST! Today, to help our boaters even more, we're highlighting some of the important boating laws in our home state of Missouri. Keep reading on to learn the basic rules for registering, operating, and keeping your boat safe out on the water. Registration Requirements In the state of Missouri, you need to be issued a Missouri Certificate of Number and validation decals to operate your boat on Missouri waters. The only exceptions are non-motorized vessels, sailboats 12 feet or less in length, or vessels registered in other states using Missouri water for 60 consecutive days or less. Your Certificate of Number must be always on your boat so that you can provide it to law enfo...