http://www.bikecollectives.org/wiki/...Groups#Vermont

Are any of these co-ops / collectives near you? These can be a great way to get experience wrenching on bikes / working in the bike business while still keeping your day job.

(The only downside is that when you get to experience the public if you haven't worked retail in a while, it can be a little off-putting. Most folks are WONDERFUL, but at least down here in Lalaland, there are just enough crazy people on 2 wheels to make you think twice about going full-time.)