You can try to attend virtual events, many real estate meetups and events offer virtual options.

There is a local loan program, I believe it is called the MCT loan. 

If you want to network or ask specific questions about your local market, go to your local real estate forum and connect with investors from your area: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/86-local-real-estate-networking5.

We're currently living in Idaho so attendance will be difficult in the near future but we'll have to plan a trip to Sac or make sure to attend a meeting when we move! 

If you are an agent and local you should be able to scout the areas.

Find and attend your local REI groups. 

Hey BiggerPockets team! I'm on the hunt for real estate meetups to expand my experience and network, but I must not be looking in the right places. I'm eager to grow my book of business in various markets and connect ...

Find your local REIA and start attending and find the Realtors there to build friendships with. 

Start small with duplexes or triplexes, analyze deals carefully, and build a team of local experts.

@Edwin AlvarezI recommend finding local meetups to attend. https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521I have found all of my best connections at local meetups.