I use newspaper, and add under the hides some aspen snake bedding ( http://www.petco.com/product/14364/Z...e-Bedding.aspx )
it does help with the cleaning up process. The sides & back of the enclosure needs to be dark, unless you are using a tub.

you need UTH, both sides, with a thermostat. Need to have a temp gauge to see the temps & humidity.

Freshwater in a shallow dish.. you don't really need any plants or extra things in the enclosure. 2 identical hides.

I started out feeding my BP live mice, but after 2 months, as the prey was getting larger, I ended up getting frozen. You just let sit out (room temp) then give to my BP. He knows from alive & already passed on. He doesn't strike it, he studies it for a second or two & then goes to town. He is on small rats. I feed him every 6-7 days.

also be sure that you can afford & take care of a BP... as in a vet if needed.