New to classic EQ need alittle help!

[Tenurn]

Just a heads up as an Ogre SK you have a 61% exp penalty. This could be the reason why you feel like your leveling slowly.

Here's a great thread on places to kill since your evil:

http://www.project1999.org/forums/showthread.php?t=8193

And here's places to level as you outgrow the swamp
http://www.project1999.org/forums/showthread.php?t=9362

Also remember to pick up some large sewing kits or alchemy pouches instead of backpacks.