mjcmt

Thanks for everyones advice and encouragement.

I used to be a serious secluded small stream bass/pike/bluegill fisherman with light & UL spinning equipment while in Missouri over 25 years ago. I now live in NC in the Lake Norman area, which is a huge lake w/ a lots of recreational boating traffic and serious boat fishermen. I am interested in starting out with bank fishing in the shallows, and realize I'm a novice. I'm thinking of finding more secluded public access areas (if available) and creap around the banks. Maybe investing in a fishing kayak or canoe next year if I find any success. I was digging through my gear and have a pretty good collection of light and UL gear with plenty of Rapala and spinning lures. I found my favorite Penn 430ss light reel/ Fenwick HMG 5-1/2' light rod combo. It's funny but I feel nervous starting out again. Any advice would be appreciated (technique, lures, line, etc.)