I have a cheap telescopic rod from Cabela's that I've been using for about 3 years now. It's really light, and although cheap, it's held up fairly well. I also bring a small "tin" with 3 lucky lures and a couple extra swivels, weights, and hooks. I haven't really figured out the best reel yet. I've broken one already. I think something small, light, and closed face would be best. As far as cooking the fish, I keep it super simple. Instead of packing in a pan, I just use tin foil. I'll cook it with salt, pepper, and butter... The benefits of using tin foil is that the clean-up is very minimal. For the butter I'll just go to McDonalds for breakfast and jack a handful of butters. Anyway, I just recently posted a blog with some cool backcountry fishing photos, if anyone wants to check it out.

http://www.writerinthewild.com/2012/11/backcountry-fishing.html