Kirsten, we are in nearly exactly your boat, only we are on the coast of NC. We are seeking our tribe, really, in nearly exactly the manner you have expressed above. I could have written your post myself. If you would like to talk further about possibilities, would you pm me? Our website is www.sparkrootfarm.com. We have agreed to stay here provided we find ourselves able to connect with hard-working, like-minded community right here on our land, but if we cannot, we are ready to relocate (I think I am ready sooner rather than later). To me, permaculture starts with community. If you'd like to get to know each other better, let's connect.
Loved reading your post. Thanks!
Alisa~