I wish we had a flying club. And as for the Guard, the trick is getting released from active duty. That certainly won't happen prior to turning thirty. If I try to get a pilot slot with the guard in my early thirties, I'm guessing I may be fighting an uphill battle. My plan for now is to use the Post 9/11 in a couple years, but until then to fly for fun, learn as much as possible, and save up some money for the lean years ahead.