A spring bobber can detect light bites from finicky winter bluegills. / Joe Shead If you wait to feel the classic “thump” of a fish hitting your jig, you’ll miss a lot of subtle bluegill bites.

bluegill, largemouth bass and red-ear sunfish, according to the Department of Natural Resources. Only electric boats are allowed on the lake, two pole and line fishing. There are also daily limits ...