I would go with Shiners......run about 4ft of line between shiner and
bobber. This will produce if there is bass in the water.


"Tom" wrote in message
news:3ubPc.71389$eM2.3702@attbi_s51...
I'm as novice as they get at bass fishing. I remember using earthworms as
a
kid with very good results. Now I'm taking my young son fishing for the
same
experience I had 30 years ago. I'm thinking of using earthworms again.
Is
this my best choice? Are there lures I should strongly consider as well?
Does it depend on the lake or other factors? What about small-mouth vs
large-mouth? Also, I'm thinking of using steel leaders and a lead weight
about 3 feet above the hook without any float. Am I goofy going with this
setup?

Any help would be appreciated. This will be my son's first fishing
experience and I'm trying to make it a very positive and memorable
experience.

Thanks,
Tom