Investment clubs for beginner in Houston

[Nic Hedo]

After reading countless posts and blogs courtesy of Bigger Pockets I decided it was time to join.  I am currently living in Houston and looking to make my first investment somewhere close by.  I am leaning towards a buy and hold approach with rental properties but would also consider tax liens after becoming a little more familiar with them.  Would like to hear anyone's opinion of the local real estate investing clubs and which one would be better suited to a beginner with my interests