1999 gmc sonoma regular cab 4x2 in snow?

So i ended up with a gmc sonoma regular cab 2WD. I currently live in upstate NY and am moving to Ohio. Im not used to Ohio weather so i dont know how much snow Ill really have to cope with there, but either way are there any tips on snow driving other than weight the rear axle, skinny snow tires, and forget 1st gear for the winter?