I knew a guy who also said the club seen was not for him. Was not a good pilot and wound up putting a hole in a school roof. Well $1000 later he quit the hobby. Had he been with a club, this would not have happened. I understand clubs are not for everyone, but most of the time it is the better bet to establish good flying skills and habbits. Being around others with varying skill levels shows you how much you have learned and how much you have yet to learn.

Also if you are not in a club and an AMA member, flying on public property such as parks and such, make sure your home owners insurance covers you or you could be in a bad way if you do hit someone.