Helpful Links and Info
Tree Climber Info
Eric: 978-447-1722 - Depending on the tree and the complexity, retrieval costs about $50-$75. We have yet to see a plane outside his reach.
AMA - Academy of Model Aeronautics
http://www.modelaircraft.org - This organization is cheap insurance should any property and bodies be injured while flying your aircraft. All benefits can be viewed on their website.
Inexpensive Batteries, Motors, ESCs, Parts...etc
http://www.hobbyking.com - if you don't need the parts today/tomorrow, HobbyKing is a great place to get batteries, motors and ESCs. A typical 3S, 2100mah ThunderPower battery costs about $60.00 stateside, but from HobbyKing a Turnigy or Flightmax costs only $10. We've all had very good luck with batteries from HK. Shipping ranges from 7 days to 21 days depending on the method you choose and how busy they are.