text: whem is the best time to start fresh-water fishing in the boston-ma area? for anthin bass trout etc....? i have several ponds and stuff in town but no bites yet and whats the best equipment for early season? i'm in your area...right now is the time for big bass. use about a 6 ft. medium action spinning set up with 10-12 lb test line (stren is good). throw a black plastic lizard. tight lines!