Like the other responders here, I'm from New York. Not too far from OFFNY, I'm in lower Westchester.
Basically my Dad was a huge O's fan even when he grew up on Long Island. To be honest I think he was a huge fair weather fan. The Orioles dominated the 60's and 70's, right during his childhood. Even through the lows though, he decided to stay loyal to the team and since has passed his fan hood down to me and my brother.
Growing up being an O's fan in New York has been tough. I get flak for it all the time from my friends. It'll all be worth it though once the O's finally win it all