Welcome to crappie.com. I don't know your lakes, but crappie fishing is fairly similar no matter where you fish depending on the type of fishing style you prefer, casting, jigging, spider rigging, trolling, live bait, bobber fishing, or whatever you like. What I suggest are 2 things. Scroll back over the last couple weeks of posts because we have had several others ask the same questions you are and we have covered a lot of stuff in those threads. Then learn how to use the search when you decide what particular style of fishing you prefer and you will find a massive amount of discussion on any topic your interested in.
Don't hesitate to ask specific questions. We are a helpful bunch. I also suggest posting on the forum for your state. Your likely to find locals that can help you target your local fish.
I like to call this site Crappie University because you could get a doctorate of crappie angling just by reading the incredible amount of information there is here to be learned. Good luck in your search, and have fun.