Travis, you will LOVE going to NARGS chapter meetings! I belong to the NE chapter, which has the most wonderful and knowledgeable people in it. I always, always learn something at meetings. I'm sure there's a pretty good overlap in the group between NARGS and PBS, although I haven't actually asked. Ellen Hornig, whose posts I've seen here, is our current president. I'm so far resisting joining any overseas groups and am content with the seed offerings of NARGS, PBS and the Gesneriad Society (more overlap). Technically, I don't actually have a rock garden.but I sure do love seed exchanges and I sure do love growing from seed. I also love getting spare seedlings for $1 or less from fellow chapter members at the annual seedling sale. You have lots of good times ahead! Vivien MA, Z6