My sons (4 and6) have been begging me to take them fishing. They and I haven't fished much before. From reading this forum and the lake reports, it seems that Lake Goodwin is a good place to take them because of the successes reported. However, it seems everyone fished with a boat; we don't have one. So I'd like to ask for tips on fishing there from the shore or dock. What kind of bait and techniques should we use? When to go? etc.

We live close to Martha Lake in Lynnwood, but I'm not sure how good the fishing is there. I'd like to maximize our chances, so I'm thinking of Goodwin. Should I just try Martha Lake anyway?

Any advice is greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.

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