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With Labor Day coming up, there are going to be a lot of people out on the water enjoying one of the last weekends of summer. To help get you ready for your day out on the boat, Firstmate Controls has prepared a checklist of things to do and pack for a successful day out. As the best boat lift control manufacturer , we know w thing or two about boating. Keep reading to learn more! Boat Checklist Obviously, one of the most important things to prepare will be the boat itself. Make sure everything is good to go before setting out for the day so that you don't run into any safety issues or missing items once you're out. Check the gas tank Make sure you have boat bumpers ready Double-check the life jacket counts and capacities for your group Ensure the anchor is in good working order Make sure you have alert flags and a fire extinguisher on board Safety Checklist While boating, it's very important that you keep yourself and your whole crew safe. No one i...

The weather is looking up and the weekend is almost here! Get ready to have a great time on the water by preparing with important safety tips so you don't have to worry during your weekend of fun. Firstmate Controls prioritizes safety above all else. In fact, that's why we first created our Remote Boat Lift Control System . Read on and learn how to get ready for a safe and fun weekend of boating. Complete a Float Plan Floating plans are important documents that boaters fill out before heading out on the water for a day, or weekend, of boating. A float plan helps others know where you will be and when in case anything happens. This is particularly important if you plan to go floating or boating on a large body of water or on a river. The most important information to include on your float plan is how many people are coming with you, who they are, how long you plan to be out, and which destinations you plan to travel to.  Pack Well!  You may be tempted to just hop on...