Though I didnt personally receive them (KitNipBox sometimes sends similar items as replacements if they run out of product), at least one of my boxes was meant to have freeze-dried treats
To view info on the WA State Foam Docks and Blocks law, go here: Foam Docks and Blocks Law For more info, see this recent article in the Peninsula Daily News (one free article, then a paywall): Limited boat launch options in Port Angeles
You dont have to baby the spool, either which is really nice
The thinness of the braid does not create a massive disturbance in the water which is actually more important than the color of the line
It is not unusual to have bonito just blast a popper out of the way due to the violence of their attack, only to have another one or two or more immediately pounce on the fly
This same rod and reel setup also handles all of my chatterbait needs