At the risk of sounding like a broken record, you get out in proportion to what you put in.
I rarely attend the local meeting, but that's only due to overdosing on evening natters all my adult life. Interestingly the Gilbern Owners Club did a monthly Sunday lunch at a different venue each month. We attended a number of those, and visited some great venues - better in many ways than evening meetings, and a good turnout - everybody turned up in a Gilbern!
My involvement in the MSCC has resulted in meeting a huge number of owners and enthusiasts, way beyond the local group. It's been a hugely enjoyable experience.