we use 3 rods per person usually anywhere from 5 ft rod to a 8 ft rod
we put out a light an circle it with 3 rods
i like to use same length on mine usually 6 ft one one to each side an one straight out in front of light
i have never used jigs just minners tie hook on bottom split shot above it about 8 inches split shot big
enough to hold minner down in place