Alabama River(Jones Bluff)

We are heading up to Prattville to look around for an up coming tourney in Oct. We will be up there the 23-26 of July. I have never been on the river and need a little help. What should I stay away from? From looking at my map it looks like their is a bunch of creeks. Can anyone point me in the right direction. I think we are putting in at Cooter's pond. Any advise on fishing,lures, or directions would be appreciated. Maybe I could repay the favor if you come to north Florida. http://www.bassboatcentral.com/boardstuff2/beers.gif