How do I copy a file from a flash drive to my iMac

I am trying to import my contacts from my old PC to my new iMac.  I had all my files transfered by an Apple store tech.  My contacts went to my Address Book.  Which is fine, but I now want to import them into Office for iMac 2011 Outlook.  So I exported them out of Outlook 2007 for Windows into a file on a flash drive.  I am now trying to import them from the flash drive into Outlook on my iMac.  I can't figure out how to find the flash drive on the iMac to import the file.  HELP!!!

By default, all drives are hidden from the desktop. Pretty dumb in my opinion, but that's the default.
From the desktop, choose Finder > Preferences. Turn on the check boxes for all drive types you want to always appear on the desktop.

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