RE: Newbie question
Hi there! I live in SE IN. There are quit a few clubs in the area that are fairly close to you.
The Hawks - Joyce Park in Hamilton, OH. (paved runways)
GCRCC - North Fairfield (paved runways)
Aero Modelers - South of Harrison on Lawrenceburg Rd. (grass runways)
Air Masters - Mt. Nebo Rd near Shawnee Lookout park. (grass runway) my club
??? (can't remember the name) - Ross, Oh. off Rt. 128 (grass runway)
All of these clubs offer free instructors to teach you to fly. GCRCC has an exceptional training program. You might consider a more traditional trainer to start with, as they will be slower, more stable, and more forgiving. Best of luck and welcome to the sport of R/C.