First catch some freash mackrol by using a mackrol fishing rod. By using this rod you can catch many with one rod.
Cut the mackrol for bait and use 3 inch pieces for bait. Let your fishing line drop close to the bottom of the ocean. Leave the bail open and let the fish bite and run a little. Close the bail and give your pole a yank. Reel it in! 
I fish in Massachusetts! Happy Fishing!