Doh! First Flight, Plane + Tree
Dakker,
hopefully you got a chance to read the thread I mentioned.
I'm not trying to discourage you only pointing out the importance of an instructor..
Maybe you can find another near by club that meets more frequently.
Also check out the Local Hoby shop for info. Some clubs have formal begginer days. On this days usually the field is reserved for the use by instructors and students.
The plane you save might be your own