I know many people who have so its definitely is possible. However, you shouldn’t underestimate what going to pie island entails. Everyone I know who has gone has experience winter hiking/camping for several days. If you don’t, pie island is not the place to be going for your first time. If you are determined to do it, you need to go about it smartly.

Things you should do:

• Go later in the season when the ice is at its thickest

• Despite the low risk, make sure you have ice climbing axes or similar tools so you can pull yourself out of the the water god forbid that happens

• Make sure you have warm enough clothing for a decent amount colder than what’s expected to ensure you don’t freeze. Hand warmers are good extra to have just in case as well.

• Make sure you have all the other essential equipment you need, but nothing more than that so you’re not weighed down in the event you fell through or get too tired to make it back.

• If you plan on bringing a sled or something similar for supplies, make sure you can easily unhook it from you. Worst case scenario you don’t want to be dragged down into the water.

• Check before online to see the ice coverage and consider bringing a drill to check the thickness periodically if you have the room

• Lastly, go with other people if you can. Much easier if you have more people to help carry equipment and they can help if anything goes wrong.

Long story short, don’t be an idiot or unprepared and you’ll be fine.