RE: R/C club "experts" snubbing newbies
I haven't gotten into the hobby yet, but I'm a licensed amateur radio operator, and while I haven't experienced the "cold shoulder" of ham radio, I have read MANY stories about people who have. No matter what you get into, there will be people who think they are the god of insert hobby here. I just hope that you do find a club that will welcome you with open arms and help you with whatever you need.