Welcome to the site! I see your in MI. There are a lot of places to fish in Mi and or Oh waters. Just depends on how you want to fish, and what the weather is letting you do and where due to waves, wind etc. I'd suggest you plan a trip with Skipper9 or go out with folks to learn the methods and areas to look for. Will also help you decide how you want to set up your new boat. And equipment to buy/use. A one day trip you will learn more than you will learn yourself in a few years of trying to figure things out and having problems.
Welcome to the addiction.