Begginer fisherman/ going to stony creek?

I have a 12 foot aluminun boat and plan on going to stoney creek, michigan. I do not know what fish are in these lakes. I am looking for any information on fishing there, so I will know ahead of time what type and size of equipment to use. Also does anyone know of any rivers that I can take my boat through, like you see on shows that are in lousiana?