I am not going to be much help in the bay. For the kids in the surf just a simple carolina rig with a small hook (size 4 Mosquito hook is what I use) and for bait buy some frozen shrimp. Use just a piece big enough to cover the hook. There are lots of bait stealers out there if you use anything any larger. I use 6 lb and 8 lb. line. If you have another reel you can put 10 lb. line on, get you some cotton cordell silver spoons (3/4 oz and 1/oz.) You can cast them a mile. I like to cast them in the surf as far as I can and work them back quick across the top of the water. These works really great if you see bait being chased. Just throw in the the action and hang on.
I have used my bass gear down there for years without any problems. Just each time when you are finished fishing give them a good rinsing in the shower.
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