Where in the world to meet other REI Folks?!

[Sam H.]

I am from elkhart county in Indiana. Are there any groups that anyone on here knows of, or seminars I could attend. I have looked for various things on the internet and have not found a whole lot in my area. Where I am from is made up of a vast mount of blue collared Hard working folks that think me (being 22) is crazy for me to entertain the thought real estate investing. I am the first in my family history to attend university, and also the only immediate family member that has any interest in the "Big Picture". DOes anyone have insight on being the Business inclined black sheep of the family and where i can meet and network with like minds in this area?