Bill, Both of my kids started out fishing with me at a young age. I find that fishing out of rowboat is the easiest way to go. A young child can sit on the bottom of the boat between your legs while you row. This is also the easiest way to help them reel in the fish.
I would also suggest a trip to Okanogan County for some great fishing around the April opener. Fish Lake, and both Conconully Lakes can offer great fly fishing but with the benifit of a stocked lake. Fish is probably the best bet. My family lives on the lower Conconully Lake and my kids always have a blast just fishing out of the boat with me in front of the house. I know the rivers on the wet side are a bit sparse for resident trout but a family camping trip to the St. Joe in Idaho might get them hooked. I took my kids over there this Summer and we had a hole to ourself all day long. The kids stood on the bank and took turns learning to cast with my assistance. Once they got the fish on, I let them play the fish most of the way in. Again, they loved it. Mike, Spangle, WA
