The 5 wt weight forward fly rod is a great idea by RG .It can be used for pan fish, bass and trout. The Cabelas fly fishing package now is on sale at $120 for everything, 5WT 9 ft. . rod and reel, line, leader, rod case, flies, leader, line, etc. This 9 foot package is great. Have bought it many times for beginners in my family. Also you can always cast Gaines poppers in the weeds and pads in lakes and ponds even from the shore or standing in the water since they float and imitate a frog. Nymphs like a pheasant tail nymph will catch catfish, pannies, trout and bass. Plus if all else fails you can always bait up with worms, grubs, wax worms or salted minnows if your desperate. You'll love fly fishing once you get out there. and do it. Good luck.