To help you learn the ins and outs of these forums, this "Tips, Tricks and Rules" post lists some helpful information to get you started.
Most of our rules boil down to two simple over-riding principles: 1) What you post should provide good information (like your introductory post), and 2) Any response to someone else's post should make them feel glad they are part of this forum community.
I also will seek out folk with like minds for buddy-Rving. But I will not do so completely online, as it is improbable to really get to know someone in text. I plan on finding and attending gatherings sponsored by this group or others and meeting people in person,,.