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The month of June is set aside for celebrating 3 amazing things that our Powersports dealership in Lebanon, Missouri , is all about. It is Great Outdoors Month, National Camping Month, AND International Mud Month! Many of the activities surrounding those themes can be enjoyed more thoroughly when you have a few "toys" from LSK Lebanon . Powersports vehicles are made for getting outside and enjoying everything that nature has to offer.  Why June? In our opinion, June is most likely the month chosen for each of these observations because the weather is generally great for getting back outside after a long winter indoors. June brings us the end of spring when it's not too hot yet not too cold most of the time, plus by the end of the month summer finally arrives. It's a wonderful "in-between" period for taking advantage of getting out of the house and having some fun.  Great Outdoors Month In 1998, this celebration began as just an observed week, but ...

A lot of people simply see Memorial Day Weekend as a 3-day holiday to get outdoors and have some fun. While it is a great time to do just that, Memorial Day itself also has a much deeper significance.  Before you head out to your BBQs, days out on the lake, or a long ride on the open road, LSK Lebanon has a few interesting facts about this special holiday to share with you. Hopefully, these will enhance your celebration as well as your appreciation for the holiday. MEMORIAL DAY FUN FACTS * Originally Memorial Day was known as Decoration Day. Back in the 1880s, surviving soldiers of the Civil War honored their fallen comrades by decorating their graves with flags and flowers.  * People began referring to the holiday as Memorial Day in 1882 but the name did not officially change until it was legally changed in 1967. * According to the Library of Congress, President Lyndon Johnson declared Waterloo, New York, as the birthplace of Memorial Day because of a celebr...

Warmer weather is here, and summer is just days away. Soon you’ll likely be planning out vacations and trips. Boating season is here and if you have already bought a watercraft from our boat dealer in Lebanon, MO , you will be getting your boats out and ready for days playing on the water or fishing trips with the boys. For Water Safety Month LSK Lebanon would like to give you a few tips to stay safe while out on the water this summer. Safety Gear Having the right gear in your boat is essential. Having life jackets, fire extinguishers and whistle or airhorn on board are required by law in the state of Missouri. If you are traveling outside the state. It is smart to see if those states requirements are different than Missouri. Common Sense Possibly the most important safety tip is to use common sense. Be aware and always operate at a safe speed. Be alert in large crowds and pay attention to navigational buoys. Be Weather Alert Make it a point to check the weather bef...

Are you an outdoor lover? Do you like hunting, farming or exploring? An ATV can be a useful tool as well as be a ton of fun. In this week’s blog, we will cover the benefits of owning an ATV. Here at LSK Powersports and Marine we have been family owned and operated for over 35 years. We are the powersports store of the Lebanon area and we have pretty much seen everything when it comes to four-wheelers and what folks use them for in their daily life. Versatile An ATV can have many different uses. It can be your workhorse on the farm, play toy on the trails or used around your home for pleasure. You could use it on the farm in the morning and go find a mud hole to play in later in the afternoon. There are many different models and sizes. Some are made more for work and some go fast sport bikes are made just for fun. No matter your need or use an ATV can be a great investment. Maneuverability Let’s say you are a hunter and you need to get to a hard to reach spot. An ATV can...

Boating season is upon us and unless you're buying a new watercraft from our boat dealership in Southwest Missouri , you'll be needing to get your boat out of storage and in shape for a season full of fun on the water. LSK Lebanon has a few helpful tips for things you want to be sure to check before taking your boat out for that first cruise of the season.  Check the Battery Your battery should have been stored in a safe, dry place over the winter. If it was put away in good condition, it should work just fine. Still, it's a good idea to double-check before heading out on the water. Check the Fluids Hopefully, you took care to put your boat away last winter with its fluids in good condition, including adding a fuel stabilizer. Before your first outing, make sure all of your fluid levels (oil, gas, coolant, etc...) are where they should be. If you are worried about anything leaking, be sure to have a professional take a look. Check the Bilge Pump Rain and melted...