Hey Jacks Now is a perfect time to get involved. I would start with opening up a lot of resources by becoming an official BAR member (trivially cheap compared to what we spend in the hobby, and what you gain as a member )
http://www.bareefers.org/home/node/15
Then I would start up a tank Journal so that we can get to know you and your abilities/aspirations a bit more. It also is a great place to either get very specific help if you need it on your tank, or a place to show of your skills as a future source of knowledge ..or both and more!:-D
http://www.bareefers.org/home/forum/8 (I believe it needs member status to access)
I would also encourage you to join us at the swap next weekend! Even if you have nothing at all to swap or if you don't want to swap, it is a great place to see BAR in action and to get to know a lot of people in the club. Killer local experience!!
http://www.bareefers.org/home/node/9227
Welcome! I echo Tony's suggestions. There are large portions of the BAR website that are restricted to active club members, so your $20 will be well spent.