SC_DDchaser

Been a member for quite a while but first time posting. I live 5 minutes from Lake Marion and really want to get out this winter and chase some true lake giants. Been throwing big swimbaits for quite a while, mostly in ponds and have done fairly decent for myself but I've just recently got a 17' Triton and really want to get out on some big water to test my skills. Can anyone point me in the right direction? Not looking for specific "honey holes", just general ideas as to what to look for. New to the electronics part of it also so any help there would be greatly appreciated .