1st.Yep on the bait....... You can usually find it around the kelp.
2nd. It's up to you where to fish. You really don't need to follow the crowd. TIP... I found that the only time for everyone to be close to each other is when there is squid present. Right now there isn't so fish where you want.
3rd. Nose hook and paddle.
4th. 50-60 feet is fine. More if you want but not if your around other anglers.
5th. Dropper loops really should be straight down but a little movement is fine and sometimes help.
6th. You owe me a beer.
