re: Tailgating set up question

Agreed. We've been in the same spot for about ten years. If someone puts their tent frames on our spot before us, we'll kindly move them to the side or behind us, and explain the situation. There is plenty room where we are for additional groups.

But like said, if someone shows up for the Bama game (or mid year), then all bets are off relative to negotiations. I think there is more leeway in "planting your flag" prior to the first game.