A little more info. on your boat would be helpful. There's a big difference between a 15 foot jon boat with a 9.9 tiller and a 15 foot deep V with a 40 horse motor.

I have seen guys fishing the big pond in small boats. Just have to pick your days and stay close. Was perchin in front of the codos from Beaver a few weeks ago and there was a guy in a 14-15 footer with a small tiller motor. Just be careful.