Multi-Boat Lake Charters for Large Groups

Large Group Charter with Troy's Guide Service

When you need to get a big crew out on the water, Troy's Guide Service has you covered with our multi-boat charter setup. We're talking about the kind of trip that brings people together – whether it's your whole company looking for a team-building day that actually works, a family reunion that needs something everyone can enjoy, or just a group of friends ready to make some memories. With boats for 12 to 48 people spread across multiple vessels, we've figured out how to keep big groups happy without anyone feeling left out. Each boat gets its own experienced guide, full tackle setup, and everything you need for a solid day of fishing. Just give us a call at least two weeks ahead – trust me, the planning is worth it when you see everyone having a blast on the water.

What to Expect on the Water

Picture this: your whole group rolls up to the dock and instead of cramming everyone onto one overcrowded boat, we've got multiple vessels ready to go. Each boat holds about 12 people comfortably, so you get that perfect balance where there's room to move around but you're still close enough to your buddies to talk trash when they miss a strike. Our guides know how to work together as a team, keeping the boats in radio contact so if one crew finds a hot spot, everyone gets in on the action. We supply all the rods, reels, and bait – none of that "bring your own gear and hope it works" situation. The whole setup is designed so even if half your group has never held a fishing rod before, they're going to catch fish and have stories to tell. The boats stay close enough that you can see what's happening on the other vessels, which keeps the competitive spirit alive and the energy high all day long.

Multi-Boat Setup & Gear

Here's how we make the magic happen: each boat in your charter fleet gets outfitted with quality tackle that's matched to what we're targeting that day. We're not talking about some random collection of gear – this is purpose-built setups that our guides have dialed in over years of running these waters. The boats stay within a reasonable distance of each other, usually working the same general area but spread out enough that we're not tangling lines or competing for the same fish. Our guides use marine radios to stay connected, sharing intel about what's working, where the action is, and coordinating moves throughout the day. When it comes to technique, we keep it simple but effective – depending on what's biting, we might have you bottom fishing with cut bait for catfish or working topwater and swimbaits for stripers. The beauty of having multiple boats is flexibility; if one technique isn't producing, we can switch things up quickly across the whole fleet. Each guide carries a full tackle box, net, cooler with ice, and all the little extras that make the difference between a good day and a great one.

Species You'll Want to Hook

Striped bass are the crown jewel of most lake fishing, and for good reason. These silver rockets can range anywhere from schoolie size around 2-3 pounds up to true trophy fish pushing 20 pounds or more. Spring and fall are typically your best bets for consistent striper action, when they're actively feeding and moving in schools that your whole group can get into. What makes stripers so perfect for big group charters is their tendency to travel together – when you find one, you usually find a bunch. They're aggressive feeders that'll hit topwater baits, swimbaits, and live bait with equal enthusiasm. The fight is what gets people hooked; stripers make long, powerful runs that'll test your drag and get your heart pumping. Plus, they're excellent eating if your group wants to take some home for a fish fry.

Catfish might not get the same respect as stripers, but they're absolute group favorites for a reason. These whiskered bottom dwellers are consistent biters, especially during the warmer months when they're most active. Channel cats typically run 2-8 pounds, but blue cats can get massive – we're talking 20, 30, even 40-pound fish that'll give you a workout. What's great about catfish for large groups is they bite throughout the day, not just during prime time feeding windows. They're also forgiving when it comes to technique; as long as you get that bait down to the bottom and keep it there, you're in business. Kids love catfish because they bite hard and fight dirty, bulldogging toward structure and making you work for every inch. They're also fantastic table fare, especially when you've got a big group to feed. The satisfaction of landing a big catfish after a solid 10-minute battle is something that translates across all skill levels.

Time to Book Your Spot

The bottom line is this: if you want to do something different with your group that actually brings people together instead of splitting them up, this multi-boat charter delivers every time. We've seen corporate groups where the CEO and the newest intern are high-fiving over fish catches, family reunions where three generations are sharing the same boat and loving every minute, and friend groups creating those stories they'll be telling for years. The two-week advance booking requirement isn't just bureaucracy – it's what lets us line up the right number of boats, coordinate with our guide team, and make sure everything runs smooth as silk. Yeah, the deposit is non-refundable, but that's because we're holding spots on multiple boats and turning away other bookings to make your trip happen. When you factor in everything that's included – boats, guides, tackle, bait, and the kind of coordination that makes big groups actually work – this charter setup is hands down the best way to get a crowd on the water. Don't wait until the last minute; give Troy's Guide Service a call and let's start planning the kind of day your whole group will remember.