First things first- inventory what you have.

For standing wire rigging:
You should have three long wires that are noticeably longer and thicker than the rest, commonly called shrouds (two will be the same length, one will be shorter). You should have two short, thick wires connected to a big metal ring (this is called the "bridle").

You might also have 2-4 long, thin wires ("trapeze" wires)- ignore these for now.

Post back when you have found the shrouds and the bridle wires. Chances are, the bridle wires are still connected to the bow-beam of the boat.

Also- have on hand a large phillips-head screw-driver and a Gator-Aide bottle cap when preparing to step the mast. More on this later.