kavakat1,
The maple you're looking for comes from the Northeast down to the Mid Atlantic region. As akg_ca noted, air dried material is preferable and surprisingly different from kiln dried. It takes at least 2 years to air dry freshly sawn 2 inch thick maple so it may be tough to find a local supplier. You might be able to find a local woodworker who bought in bulk that can help you out for a reasonable price. Failing that, the Mapleshade blocks, seem to be very well made.
Scott
The maple you're looking for comes from the Northeast down to the Mid Atlantic region. As akg_ca noted, air dried material is preferable and surprisingly different from kiln dried. It takes at least 2 years to air dry freshly sawn 2 inch thick maple so it may be tough to find a local supplier. You might be able to find a local woodworker who bought in bulk that can help you out for a reasonable price. Failing that, the Mapleshade blocks, seem to be very well made.
Scott