When it comes down to it, Everyone starts off green. No matter your skill level or how long you've been doing it. Those who tout they are self proclaimed awesome, have this or that to back them are really nobodies and with out "drifting" they wouldn't be anyone.

Practice with your friends and your peers, tell them to give you feed back, ask questions etc. If you feel unwelcome, get in with a group or crowd you feel comfortable with. Just dont act like a complete idiot and you'll most likley be welcome. All anyone really asks..

You'll find out fast who your friends/buddies are fast that way.