Welcome from a fellow Hoosier.
Take your time, read a book or two, keep up with the chatter here and you'll have a good feel for things.
I'd recommend a trip to Great Fermentation if you need help getting started. Heck, I'd recommend a trip there even if you don't need help, good shop, good vibe, great selection, fair prices. They will do a great job of walking you through the process and ensuring you have the correct equipment and ingredients to hit the ground running.