Frazzled,

If you need help finding a club in your area, just ask on the forum. Or...go to the AMA website. ( I have found the search feature to be uh....sucky). I hope you have a great time!! Just remember that it takes effort, time and a bit of money to really enjoy this hobby. Take your time, get a good instructor, (by 'good' I mean one you can connect with on a personal level; not the one who can do the best aerobatics), and LEARN from him/her.

Congratulations..... and welcome to the best 'waste of money' you have ever seen. We all love this hobby and would like to see more people stick with it. It is not easy to learn. I am still learning myself. BUT...I will tell you that the people I have met and the things I have learned are invaluable.

Welcome and TAKE YOUR TIME!!