At some point, well over thirty years ago, my wife bought an unfinished rocker made from Red Alder which I stained and finished. It was her favorite chair until one time her dad was visiting us and ended up breaking one of the outer chair back spindles attached to one of the arms. The chair has been sitting around gathering dust ever since. I do not have a lathe nor have I ever done any wood turning. She has now found someone who is willing to turn a replacement spindle, but we have to supply the wood.

Does anyone have any suggestions for a source to obtain a piece of alder 1.5 to 2.0 inches square and at least 29" long. I've looked, but everything I can find seems to be flat stock in various dimensions. Thanks.