Is anyone in the central Ohio area (I'm in between Columbus & Zanesville) and have only had experience with the Games via a RenFest (I took second in caber two years ago, and third in throw last year) and really would like to train and really take part in real games, but it looks like its few and far between in interest here. 

I'm going to look through the forums here, but is there a good thread to read/starting area for someone just starting out? What to train with in weights and how not to embarrass yourself as a newbie at a game. Because I may have to just throw myself in there and just do it cold. 

Thanks in advance!