ORIGINAL: hobbyman1
Where would I go, or anyone else just starting, go to and find the info needed to learn the most about fly, building and whatever else.
In most parts of the country, the most important thing you need to research is 1) where you're going to fly, and 2) how you're going to learn. Again, in most parts of the country, the best place for this is the local club. Go out to the field and hang out for a couple of hours and talk to people. Then go to a club meeting. The rest (what equipment to buy) is relatively easy.