Advice On Central Florida Fishing

Will be spending Jan-Feb-March in Central Florida area--Frostproof--wil be using boat and shore fishing?--would appreciate any info on what should be working lure wise and what rod and reel setups--actions and line size i will need to fish there--also any specific lakes or areas to go to or stay away from--have been bass fishing in Ohio for a lot of years--first time to florida that I will be fishing and I know a huge difference is awaiting me in Florida when i get there--just trying to get a jump or head start on what I will need to fish there that time of year--appreciate any and all info you can send my way--Thanks,Dave