The lake at Pop Century Resort in Disney is very large and pretty much wide open. the prevaling winds are out of the South which should provide a very good windward/leeward course. The hotel buildings along the lake will be at your back and should not disturb the wind. Since we will be sailing at the Northern end of the lake, the wind will have plenty of room to find its steady course with very few trees to effect it. Of course Mother Nature can always throw us a curve ball.
There are pictures of the lake on the Nationals Website at
http://www.floridaec12.com/nationals.html . The bank is not too steep and the water gets deep very quickly. You should have no problem putting your boat in without having to step in the water. But water shoes are always a good choice at any lake. I would not step out beyond a few feet of the shore as you will be up to your knees.
As for a B-rig, that is always up for debate. I have found that when the wind is steady above 8-10 kts, it may be time to go to a B. If it just a few puffs then deal with it. If the wind is up and you can't control your boat, it is time to go to your B. Keep an eye on the other skipper too. If Kahle or Thomas go to B-rigs, you should too.
Joe Walter #24