The body alone for a 7D is $1300.. That's not beginner DSLR photography. We haven't even mentioned glass yet which you'll spend more on then the body..
The T2i/T3i are great cameras for the beginner, even the 40D/50D/60D are great choices for someone who wants more advanced features.
Could have been a bunch of stupid kids looking in the window. You can call, I just wouldn't expect much if nothing's actually been taken/broken/damaged.
Anything will work below a float, you don't need live bait.. Small tubes, jigs, etc.. Live worms would be the ticket for pretty much anything down there.
Aaron, found the fishing off the island/spit tough last week as well. Warm water all over the place (Guys were seeing 55deg 70-80ft down)
I think we landed 4, all under 4lbs