feather.... yada..yada. This is a list 6 years old but I bet most of the groups are still active one way or another. Woodworking guilds(clubs) are an association of folks with a similar interest at many different levels. They are a great way to meet folks and “talk shop”. Check out the list for your state and see if it is close enough to go to or find a contact person who may know of a fellow wooodworker in the forest near you.... except for Kansas I don’t know if they have forests there
http://www.finewoodworking.com/2012/10/ ... -directoryA few days ago in the scrap pile there was a post about a map of lumber stores. A few of our brothers added their favorite lumber yards. All the yards on that map might be a good source for other woodworkers to meet.
PS If you meet a new friend, invite them over to visit our forum