New climber/member

I'm an aspiring backyard arborist looking for a climbing buddy in northwest Indiana.
I have professionally repaired HVAC equipment for the past 28 years.
I have been reading , watching and learning for the past year on everything tree climbing.
I got the idea to climb after I fell my first tree.
I have all the gear and have successfully made my first climb with the Blake's hitch. About 30 feet with no injuries:)
My intention is to climb over the next 10 years for recreation and pruning and tree removal.
If anyone knows of any climbing clubs in northwest Indiana I'd love to hear from you.
Thanks for reading