I agree with Disco, a flyrod in shallow water is hard to beat. It dosn't have to be a $500 combo either, I've seen them for $40 that would get the job done. If you don't like it you can use the rod for a dipping rod.

For 2 to 3 feet of water I like to use a bettle spin type spinner on my jig. As far as the maggots go, I would be no use to you, those things are on my do not touch list