I liked the "more official" boat parade that was done in the previous location. Great chance to get lots of good pictures, etc. and to get everybody moving at approximately the same time. I was thinking that maybe it could be in Prescott in the no-wake zone, and maybe even notify ... the local paper or whatever they have there, to let people know when it's happening. I've had several of my friends see the pics on facebook and comment they'd really like to see the parade.
I liked the idea of the "gals get together" , but would have been fine with gathering around a picnic table at specific time. The boat ride was nice, food was good... but ends up being one more thing to pay for. Hey, maybe by then I'll be expert at wine making and can bring lots with ;-) Appreciated folks brave enough to try the hard limeade. :-)
Also, regarding group pictures, chances are... on the beach at T.I. before departing on Saturday morning would be easiest way to get the most people in the picture. Same with the boats, would be really cool to have 'em all in a line. The area we were in at Kinicknicknicinick...(whatever)... was great, but couldn't get one big picture there... too spread out I guess. (Notice many of my comments relate to pictures, lol). Vance's overhead shots were really cool ... wondering if it's possible to get stills from that?
Regarding a central gathering area, it makes a big difference for me if there are lights. "I can't hear you in the dark". strange but true. Joe had battery powered string lights, they helped alot. Now if I can just get everyone to wear a set around their neck (to illuminate mouth while speaking). I don't ask for much. ;-)
At any rate, it was an awesome weekend... I'm still tired. lol