Hier mate.
We've got at least three hot tents so we really dont need a cabin in my opinion.
Its wise to buy insurance cover, with an air ambulance, which can be had for around £55. Plus of course taking your EHIC, which is free to get beforehand.
I suggested a meet, but I accept no responsibility for any persons actions.
Yes there will be a mixture of experience.
Its up to the individual to decide whether they want to come. As each person will be responsible for their own safety.
Having said that, If I went through the ice, I'd expect everyone to stop what they were doing and immeadiately prioritise me. Get a fire going, and get me warmed up. That or cutting yourself with an axe would be my two biggest fears.
Im not fit, and as we are base camping, and have some big tents, my thoughts were we'd go as far up the lake as we could by rail or cheap transport, then haul our toboggans down the southern side of the lake until we find a decent camp site. As the south side of the lake looks less populated, and doesnt have a road running up it.
There are buildings all along the lake, I think theres even an STF hostel/hotel up near the top of the lake on the southside. Its marked on google maps. Ive no idea whether it will be open or not. We can find out.
There will likely be trails from snow mobiles, and dog sleds. And hopefully the tourist board will be able to tell us, how thick the ice is, and whereabouts they took a sample from.
I was nervous but excited, when I went out there last. It was just great fun. I'll offer my limited experience, and help to anyone who wants it, as I would guess the other members of the party would too.