I've previously guided trips at LBL, Shawnee and week+ tours of the Georgia Traverse with anywhere from 3-12 trucks for a long weekend up to 10 days depending on the interest. I've accumulated tons of info and can adjust any trip to the needs of those in attendance. I also enjoy doing the...
I, too, have social anxiety. But, it's my first time and seeing how you're pretty familiar with the area if things get weird I'll just pop off to a cove somewhere.
I would just bring food and supplies for yourself and your dogs. Everything else is likely to fall into the ruts and just let 'er eat.
Colson* sorry, autocorrect got me. $40 per night for 10+ people. Pretty sure that would cover anyone in the groups primitive camping permit whether they stayed at Colson or some where else.
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Haven't seen mention of this yet, but there are different permits for camping in LBL. I'd advise everyone check them out. With a group this big, we may get asked to produce permits: Reservations and Permits – Land Between the Lakes - https://landbetweenthelakes.us/reservations/