National Safe Boating Week: May 21-27

National Safe Boating Week starts this Saturday!  The National Weather Service has partnered with the National Safe Boating Council to help promote safe boating practices through a safe boating campaign. In conjunction with this campaign, Summerset Boat Lifts has come up with a list of tips to help keep you safe on the water this season!

8 Boating Safety Tips

1. Before you hit the water, check the weather forecast. You don't want to get caught out in the middle of the lake during a big storm.

2. Make sure your boat has all the essential safety equipment and communications tools. This includes life jackets, fire extinguishers, cell phones, weather radios, etc.

3. While out on the water, use common sense. This means operating your boat at a safe speed at all times, staying alert and steering clear of large vessels and watercraft that can be restricted in their ability to stop or turn quickly.

4. Be respectful of buoys and other navigational aids, all of which are there for your own personal safety and the safety of others on your boat.

5. Make sure that at least one person on board is familiar with all aspects of the boat's handling and operations. It's better if more than one person knows this as well, just in case the primary captain is injured or incapacitated in any way.

6. Develop a float plan and make sure that someone on land is aware that you are out on the water and the general areas that you will be boating in. In case of an emergency situation, they'll be able to direct help your way.

7. Make sure you have enough life jackets on board for everyone. In addition, Missouri law states that children under the age of 8 are required to have a life jacket on at all times while boating.

8. Consider taking a boating course. Beginning boaters and experienced ones alike need to be familiar with the boating safety rules of operation. While boater education requirements vary from state to state, Missouri law requires anyone born after 1984 to take the course and get a boating license to carry with them on the water.

As the best boat lift dealer at the Lake of the Ozarks, we feel safety is important. Not only do we want you to be safe on the water, but we also want you to be safe when it comes to your boat dock and boat lift. Proper boat lift maintenance will ensure your boat lift is working safely and efficiency. For all your Lake of the Ozarks boat lift service needs, give us a call at 573-348-5073.

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10 Tips for Fishing at Lake of the Ozarks

For over 80 years, the Lake of the Ozarks has offered some of the best fishing in the country. Whether you enjoy getting out in the hot summer or braving the cold in the winter, the Lake of the Ozarks offers year-round fishing. The Lake is home to a number of different fish species including: black and white crappie, bluegill, spoonbill, gizzard shad, channel catfish, flathead catfish, blue catfish, white bass, walleye, gar, hybrid striper, largemouth bass and spotted bass. The aquatic diversity and sheer size of the Lake make for endless fishing opportunities.

Lake Fishing Tips

1. Know What Type of Fish You Want to Catch. Do some research before you hit the Lake. Learn about the habits and habitat of the type of fish you want to find. Some fish bite better in the morning, while others are hungrier in the afternoon. Some like cold water, while others stick to warmer, more shallow waters.

2. Fish in the Inlets & Outlets. Fish like specific temperatures and will generally hangout in areas of the Lake that they find comfortable. Places where water enters or drains from a lake will typically be much cooler and favorable to most types of fish.

3. As the Heat Index Rises, You'll Need to Fish Deeper. The hotter it gets outside, the deeper you'll need to fish. This is because most fish tend to like cool temperatures and will retreat to deeper, cooler water as the outside temperature rises. During dusk and dawn, the fish are more likely to come to more shallow water to feed.

4. Make Sure You Have Proper Equipment. For simple fishing, you'll need a basic fishing set that includes: a rod, reel, line and hooks. Filling your tackle box with other items such as a flashlight, an adjustable wrench, pliers, a first aid kit, spare hooks and rod tips, a glue stick and a lighter can come in handy too. 

5. Choose the Right Bait. Even fish have preferences when it comes to food, so be sure to use the type of bait that your target fish enjoy. Be sure to cover the hook with the worm or other bait in a way that the fish gets set on it when they chomp down on the bait. Don't leave the bait hanging to where they can just rip it off and get away.

6. Hunt for Sunken Structures. Fish like to hang out around structures that make them feel safe and that provide the opportunity to ambush other fish. Structures such as downed trees, branches and even man-made fish habitats are a great place to fish.

7. Look for the Weeds. A lot of big fish, like largemouth bass, like to ambush their prey from a nice comfy bed of weeds. Locate some weed beds and try getting your bait and/or lure in that area to see if you can coax a fish to bite. Weed beds that lead to deeper water and create a break line are the best. 

8. Use the Wind to Your Advantage. On days with a strong breeze, you can expect the bait fish to get pushed closer to shore, meaning the big fish will come closer to shore to feed. Watch for drift lines and follow them, they'll lead you to the fish.

9. Read Local Reports and Maps. Check the nearest bait shops for local topographical maps and fishing activity reports before you head out on the water. Maps that show the contour bottom of the lake help you find the drop-offs and other locations that certain fish prefer, like deep holes or mossy areas.

10. Practice Peace and Patience. For a successful fishing experience, you need to keep the noise to a minimum and be patient. Keep a close watch for any fishing line movement. A quick hard tug is a chance to hook a fish if you are ready!

While the Lake of the Ozarks draws in many tournament anglers, the Lake also offers a great place for amateur fishermen who are just looking for a fun and relaxing time out on the water. If you have a boat dock at the Lake of the Ozarks where you keep your fishing boat year round, keep Summerset Boat Lifts in mind for all your boat lift needs. We sell new and used boat lifts, and also offer boat lift service at the Lake of the Ozarks. Give us a call at 573-348-5073 for all things boat lift related.

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Lake of the Ozarks Annual Spring Harbor Hop

Join us at the Lake of the Ozarks for the Annual Spring Harbor Hop! Draw cards at more than 40 waterfront locations around the Lake for your chance to win cash prizes for the best poker hand. The Lake of the Ozarks is the place to be this weekend - Harbor Hop is one event you don't want to miss!

Harbor Hop Rules 

You can enter the Harbor Hop by stopping at any of the participating locations listed below. To obtain a hand, you will sign up and pay an optional $20 donation (per 7-card hand). Players can enter more than once if desired. The 1st card is drawn at the checkpoint where the hand is purchased, and 6 additional cards are drawn by "hopping" to other checkpoints and then drawing one card, per hand. The hand is complete when the 7th card is drawn. An optional bonus card can be drawn for an additional $5. The completed hand is turned in at the checkpoint where the 7th card is drawn and must be turned in by 7pm. Winners will be notified by mail and prizes are based on entry donations. 

Harbor Hop Checkpoints

Checkpoints Gravois Arm - Section I
Cabana Jones (Formerly Bump's) - 3.5 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Jolly Rogers Grub & Grog #1 - 4.5 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Jolly Rogers Grub & Grog #2 - 4.5 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Westport Yacht Club - 5.5 MM Gravois Arm - 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Beauty View Resort/Gas Hole - 5.5 MM Soap Creek - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
The Jerk Shack - 5.5 MM Soap Creek - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
T's Fish Tales - 6.5 MM - Gravois Arm - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Coconuts Caribbean Beach Bar & Grill - 7 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Hillbilly Yacht Club Bar & Grill - 7 MM Gravois Arm - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Frog's Bar & Grill - 8 MM Gravois Arm - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Tap and Grill Lakeside Brew Haus - 7 MM Main Channel - 11 am to 7 pm

Checkpoints Dam, Main Channel, 10 mm - Section II 
Beavers at the Dam - 0 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Ozark Yacht Club/Lakeside Cafe - 1MM Jennings Branch Cove - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Boathouse Lakeside Bar & Grill - 3 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Glencove Marina/Sea Store - 3 MM - 9:00 am to 7:00 pm
Shady Gators #1 - 7 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Shady Gators #2 - 7 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Camden on the Lake/H.Toads #1 - 7 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Camden on the Lake/H.Toads #2 - 7 MM - 9:00 am to 7:00 pm
Alhonna Resorts/Bobber's - 8 MM - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Franky & Louie's #1 - 10 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Franky & Louie's #2 - 10 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Checkpoints 13mm - 26 mm, Main Channel - Section III
Point Oasis Marina/Rentals - 13 MM Chimney Cove - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Backwater Jack's - 17.5 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Dog Days - 19 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Topsider - 19 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Kelly's Port - 19.5 MM - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Bridgeview Marina & Shipstore - 1.5 MM Grand Glaize Arm - 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Formula Boats of Missouri - 1 MM Grand Glaize Arm - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Surdyke Port 20 - 20 MM - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Shorty Pants Marina & Lounge - 21 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Redhead Yacht Club - 21 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Paradise Tropical Restaurant #1 - 24 MM - 9:00 am to 7:00 pm
Paradise Tropical Restaurant #2 - 24 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Papa Chubby's Food & Booze - 26 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Extreme Marine 26 - 26 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Checkpoints 28 mm - 38 mm, Main Channel & Big Niangua Arm - Section IV
Miller's Landing - 28.5 MM - 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Larry's on the Lake #1 - 31 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Larry's on the Lake #2 - 31 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
The Fish & Company - 31 MM Linn Creek Cove - 11:00 to 7:00 pm
Bulldog's Beach House - 33 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Captain Ron's Bar & Grill #1 - 34.5 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Captain Ron's Bar & Grill #2 - 34.5 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Niangua Falls Entertainment Complex - 2 MM Niganua - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Nautifish Rum Bar - 3.3 MM Big Niangua - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Pier 31 Restaurant & Marina - 31 MM - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Pirates Point Gas Dock & Boat Rentals - 35 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Bear Bottom Resort - 38 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Harbor Hop Prizes

1st Place: 10%
2nd Place: 9%
3rd Place: 8%
4th Place: 7% each
5th - 10th Place: 5% each
4 Worst Hands: 4% each
Random Drawing for 10 Hands: 2% each
(all ties will share the allocated percentage for the placing)

The Bonus
In addition to the regular prize winners, a section winner will be recognized. To be eligible to be a section winner, a player must draw all seven (7) cards within one of the four sections listed below.

While you're gearing up for a great weekend out on the water, keep Summerset Boat Lifts in mind for all your boat lift needs. If your Lake of the Ozarks boat lift has been sitting all winter, chances are it might need some maintenance work. Call 573-348-5073 to have a Summerset Boat Lifts representative come out and take a look. We want to make sure you have a safe and fun weekend at the beautiful Lake of the Ozarks!

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10 Accessories Every Boat Lover Needs

Boating season is finally upon us and Summerset Boat Lifts is here to get your ready for a great day out on the water. Not only do we offer the best boat lifts at the Lake of the Ozarks, but we also carry many of the boating accessories you would need for a great boating experience. Here are just a few of the great items we offer at our retail store:

1. Life Jackets

Not only should you have life jackets on board your watercraft for safety reasons, but Missouri law actually requires boaters to have a life jacket for each occupant on the boat. Children under the age of 7 are required to wear one at all times on the boat, unless they are in the cabin area. At Summerset Boat Lifts, we offer blue life jackets, red life jackets and even life jackets for your furry friends!

2. Ropes 

When it comes time to dock your boat, ropes can home in handy. From tying your boat off to guiding it in the right direction, ropes are an important accessory for any boater to own. In addition, you can also use ropes to tie items down to your boat or tie a tube off the back of it. We offer a variety of different rope options in our retail store and have the ability to order even more varieties if needed.

3. Harbor Cushions

While they attach to your dock, the purpose of harbor cushions is to actually protect your boat more than just the dock. You can attach these cushions to the corners of your docks, so that if you hit the dock, your boat will be deflected away. Not only do we sell these cushions, but we can also install them on your dock for you.  

4. Dock Bumpers 

In addition to the harbor cushions, you should also consider dock bumpers. These can be installed on the posts that hold the roof of your dock up and come in many different sizes. We want to do everything we can to help you protect your boat, dock and boat lift, to keep you enjoying the Lake all season long!

5. Boat Fenders 

Boat fenders, or bumpers, are used to absorb kinetic energy of a boat so that neither the boat nor what it is bumping against, a dock for example, is damaged. Boat fenders are an important accessory to have on board. They come in particularly handy when you're docking in a space that is not yours and maybe doesn't have harbor cushions or dock bumpers installed. For example, when you visit a waterfront restaurant or gas dock, you can pull your boat in knowing that the bumpers will protect you from possible damage to both your boat and their dock.

6. Ski Ropes

No matter what your favorite water activity is, Summerset Boat Lifts probably has an accessory for it! In addition to our tie ropes, we also have ski ropes, complete with the nice handle for grip. Whether you're an amateur or a professional skier, we can hook you up with a great rope so you can enjoy a day out on the lake.

7. Water Toys

If you have children, a day on the water just isn't complete without some water toys! We offer slingshots, water balloons and more in our retail store. Bring the kids by to check out our selection or grab a few items to surprise them.

8. Dock Lockers

Once you buy all these great accessories from us, you're going to need some place to store them. At Summerset Boat Lifts, we offer a variety of different dock lockers. Choose from horizontal or vertical options, small and large. Keep all your boating accessories both dry and safe inside one of our dock lockers.

9. Remote Control

With the rough waters we have here at the Lake of the Ozarks, you don't want to leave your boat down in the water all day while you're out on the Lake. Letting it sit down in those waters could lead to some major damage to your Lake of the Ozarks boat lift. Instead, consider investing in a Firstmate remote control for your boat lift. With the remote, you are able to raise your lift up out of the water from your boat. The best part is you don't even have to sit there and watch it raise, as it also has an automatic shut off.

10. Wet Steps 

If you have a dock, you probably have some type of ladder to help get yourself out of the water and back onto the dock. The great thing about wet steps though, is that rather than just a simple ladder, they act like a stair case, making pulling yourself up out of the water so much easier. In addition, they swivel and can even swivel all the way up onto the dock, so they're out of the way and don't take up any of your precious slip space. 

For all Lake of the Ozarks boat accessories, check out Summerset Boat Lifts' retail location in Camdenton, just off Old Route Hwy 5 about 4 1/2 miles north of the square. You can reach our Camdenton location by calling 573-873-5073. While you're out on the water this season, remember Summerset Boat Lifts for all your boat lift needs and more!

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32nd Annual Clown Golf Classic

Do you love to play golf? Join us at the Lake of the Ozarks this weekend for the 32nd Annual Clown Golf Classic! There's still time to register for this awesome annual event. Summerset Boat Lifts is a proud Hole Contest Sponsor for this year's tournament. This event is The Dream Factory's major fundraiser of the year and helps fund 90% of the dreams granted by the Lake of the Ozarks chapter. This is one charity event you won't want to miss!

2016 Clown Golf Classic 

The Clown Classic Golf Tournament will take place at Osage National Golf Course April 23-24. Teams consist of 3 people, and you can either build your own team or get placed on one. Register now at ClownGolf.com.

Saturday, April 23 
Reception & Auction at Osage National
Cocktails & Hor D' oeuvres Start at 5 PM
ALL ARE WELCOME

Sunday, April 24
Breakfast Provided at 8 AM
Tee Off on River & Mountain at 10 AM
Beverages Provided on Course
Awards Luncheon Following Tournament 

About The Dream Factory 

The Dream Factory is a national, volunteer-based non-profit organization, dedicated to granting dreams to children (ages 3 through 18) whose lives are threatened by a critical or chronic illness. It is the second largest children's wish-granting organization in the United States with 36 chapters. They've been awarded a Four Star rating from Charity Navigator, the highest rating possible.The Lake of the Ozarks chapter was founded in 1982, and since then has granted 358 dreams in the Tri-County area. Of the funds raised, 90% of them stay local.

Summerset Boat Lifts is proud to be a part of such a wonderful community! Even before we opened our boat lift company at the Lake of the Ozarks, our family enjoyed visiting the Lake area each year. As our business has grown, we've also been able to be a part of a growing and thriving community. Be a part of our wonderful community for the weekend and join us at the 32nd Annual Clown Golf Classic!

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Join Summerset Boat Lifts at the April In-Water Boat Show

Boating season is upon us and what better way to kick it off than to check out the latest and greatest boats, boat lifts and accessories at the Annual In-Water Boat Show? Join Summerset Boat Lifts at Dog Days Bar & Grill this weekend, April 15-17 for this can't miss event. Not only will you get a close look at a variety of boats including new cruisers, performance boats, runabouts and personal watercraft, but you'll also be able to check out the best boat lifts at the Lake of the Ozarks!

Event Hours: 

Friday, April 15 - 
1 PM to 7 PM
Saturday, April 16 - 
10 AM to 7 PM
Sunday, April 17 -
10 AM to 4 PM

Admission: 

$6.00 for Adults
12 & Under Free

Lake of the Ozarks 

Marine Dealers Association 

The Annual April In-Water Boat Show is brought to you by the Lake of the Ozarks Marine Dealers Association (LOMDA). The Marine Dealers Association is made up of over 40 lake area marine dealers, representing all the top lines of boats, marine accessories, docks, personal watercraft and everything else to promote fun on our waters. For more information about the organization or about becoming a member, visit: www.lakeozarkboatdealers.com.

About Summerset Boat Lifts

A proud member of LOMDA, Summerset Boat Lifts has been serving the Lake area since 1982. We're proud to offer the Galva-Hoist line of floating boat lifts. From personal watercraft lifts up to custom 46,000 lb lifts, we've got something for everyone's needs. Our new lift sales are complimented by pre-owned sales and servicing of many different brands of lifts. For all things boat lift related, contact Summerset Boat Lifts!

Get ready for a great summer at the Lake of the Ozarks by attending this year's show! There will be more dealers, more boats, more brands, more vendors and more fun than ever before. Your favorite boat lift company at the Lake of the Ozarks hopes to see you this weekend at the April In-Water Boat Show. For all your boat lift needs, contact Summerset Boat Lifts at 573-348-5073.

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Galva-Hoist: Built at The Lake for The Lake

Lake of the Ozarks is well-known a one of the premier vacation and second home destinations in the Midwest, and was recently voted the BEST recreational lake in the country! With boating, lodging, golfing, plus great entertainment and restaurants, there's no better place to spend your summers than here. Summerset Boat Lifts was established in 1982, and we've been lifting your dreams from canoes to cruisers ever since!

What is Galva-Hoist?

Galva-Hoist is the Lake of the Ozarks' premier line of floating boat lifts. Galva-Hoist is engineered right here at the Lake of the Ozarks, and is specifically designed for our Lake. It is extremely capable of withstanding the roughest waters here at the Lake. No matter what brand of boat or dock you have, the Galva-Hoist boat lifts at Lake of the Ozarks provide great value and performance. From personal watercraft lifts all the way up to custom 46,000 lb lifts, check out the Galva-Hoist and it's exclusive dealer at the Lake!

New Galva-Hoist Lifts at Summerset Boat Lifts

Starting with our personal watercraft line, we offer 3 different styles: the side mount, the single place front mount and the double place front mount. From there, the lifts go up in size - we offer everything from small 4.000 lb lifts for your basic fishing boats all the way up to custom 20,000+ lb lifts. As a dealer for Galva-Hoist, Summerset Boat Lifts employs all aspects of the Lake of the Ozarks boat lift business - sales, shipping, assembly, installation and service are all provided by our own employees.

If you're in need of a new boat lift at the Lake of the Ozarks, give us a call at 573-348-5073 today! We're here to make certain you and your boat get the very best level of product and service at the Lake. We are Galva-Hoist. We are Summerset Boat Lifts and like our slogan says, we're lifting your dreams from canoes to cruisers!

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