I'll def check out any tourist and info centers I'm near thanks. Right now I'm still learning what some basic terms mean. I've heard talk of "rail trails" around here since I joined, and I just learned what those are! lol

When you've never done any of this stuff before, and you don't personally know anyone who has, there is a lot you have to learn. I've learned a lot, but still lots left. I'm going to start out with some more local tours, then plan out further ones once I have some experience. Like I said, I've had so much to learn, not just about bicycles, but the touring specific aspects, and since I won't be doing any credit-card touring, only self-sufficient camping, and trying to spend as little money as I can at the same time. This means a lot more learning and gathering of supplies is needed. But! I'm finally almost ready for my first tour! Woohoo!!