There is nothing like watching that bobber go down. Great stuff. Where will you be fishing? I've noticed that each river has fish that will respond to different types of jigs. In smaller rivers/streams I use a small 1/16 oz nightmare jig exclusively (red, white, and black). Examples of those rivers are the Carbon, Salmon, Green, Kalama. In bigger rivers I step up to a 1/8 oz jig. Never throw a jig in water with limited visibility. Not worth your time. Think subtle colors in gin clear water. At first light, when it's barely light enough to see, try a pink jig with a chartruese tail. That is my go to jig at the beginnning and end of each day. If you use a maribou jig (the ones with fluffy feathers) be sure not to use ANY scent. It screws with the action immensely. Trust me from experience The smaller jigs with a tuff of yarn on the end can be smothered in shrimp oil or whatever scent you choose. I personally have had much better luck with those. Have fun. Run a fixed bobber and try to find the bottom during your drift. You'll notice the bobber hesitating and bumping around. Once you find the bottom adjust your bobber up about a foot. If you can get it in the strike zone watch out. I've seen guys throwing jigs with no success and some random guy comes up with his jig a foot higher or lower and kills em'. Best of luck. Great fun and easy for a beginner.
Cuttie