Thank you all, the input was very helpful. I ended up going to Big 5 and getting a rod /reel combo for 50 bucks, cheapie but it's 9 foot, can handle up to 4 ounces weight, and the reel came loaded with 20 pound mono. If it gets trashed, at least Ill know a hell of a lot more than I do now and I'm only out $50. I got a couple swivels and leaders with hooks, so Ill make a hi lo rig and put a 3 ounce weight at the end. I know I don't need the swivels and leaders, I just need to learn how to tie a hi lo without swivels and premade leaders. Now all I need is to go up the street and get some Gulp camo worms and a fishing license and some waders, and I guess Ill be all set! Thanks again everyone.