Ok been waiting and saving patiently after being out of work since Dec. (unions

) Anyhow got back to work and will be picking up my new to me Hobie Outback tomorrow morning! Besides that I was wondering of things I might need as a necessity? Life Jacket for sure,Marine Radio?,Gaff?, Net?…..all these things I figured some of you guys could help me out maybe extras your wanting to sell?
Question #2 Never been out on open water but I'm really interested in doing the Rockfishing Derby in a couple weeks. Do I need a fish finder or can I follow someone around?
Let me know I am no longer a lurker on this site haha
thanks Joseph !