A 1/16 oz is a little too big for bluegill. Start with the tried and true white 1/32 Beetle Spin.
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Good advice up above. With some lighter gear you should be able to get going. Pans are pretty accommodating - with the right gear a blast to catch. Welcome to CC.
Bob
For beginning fishermen, hard to beat live bait. Some small hooks, a bobber, and a piece of worm is how many of us old timers started.
Good luck :ThumbsUp
I would check your rod as well. Your really gonna have a hard time casting and using a heavy rod for the light jigs and lures. You can get an inexpensive ultra lite setup and have a ton more fun.