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Most of the things I've read suggest just getting a starter from someone... I think that's in line with sourdough tradition: get some from an old tried & true strain and pass it on to your grandkids. I found this group http://carlsfriends.net/ which will send you a starter if you send a stamped envelope to them. It was recommended by http://www.sourdoughhome.com. Both websites seem a bit dated, but look like they have good info. I just mailed a request this morning, and I'll report back if you or keifermiller are interested my "starter-by-mail" experiment.