I have been a member of at least 5 different guilds. Always active on the board, but the first 2 years I just try to get to meet different quilters. I have found that there is always one in every guild that are rude but when you realize that one out of 100 or more you learn to ignore that one and enjoy the rest. Also, when you share your knowledge of quilting and accept beginners as well as experts without making anyone feel inferrior you will learn so much more and really enjoy life.