Hello Bill! I’m a proud PA Flowhiver and fellow forum member with the likes of those you’ve heard from thus far. As you know, outside of Philly (my hometown) is basically Ohio
Too bad for the beeks you’ve met so far, nothing ventured = nothing gained. I’m sure they can offer beekeeping guidance, though, once they get past their anti-Flowitudes. Still, aside from in person mentoring that might be available from a club member, it would be hard to top the support and advice you’d receive here!