Here's what i used to do when the trout go deep in the heat of the day. I have a single bait hook on the end of my line, two feet to a swivel, then a weight that slides along the main line (but will stop against the swivel). Put a single mini marshmallow then a garden worm on the hook. Toss out and lightly tighten the line. The worm now floats above the weeds. With the rod in a holder pointing to the location, pull the line down between the first and second line guidesabout 1.5 to 2 feet. i usually hang a bobber from a twist tie or paper clip on this part of the line so it can be quickly removed. This allows the fish to take the line as it slides through the bobber without feeling any resistance. You know a fish is taking the bait because the bobber slowly moves up as the fish swims away and the line tightens. Remove the bobber, set the hook, and enjoy.
Now though, i flyfish from my kayak. But the technique worked great when my kids were young and still workks for the grandkids.
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