Tips on Blender

[japtar10101]

I decided to learn Blender this month, and wanted to know if you guys have any constructive (and preferably free) tips on how to use the program. I have NO experience with a 3D meshing tool, so I know this will be a huge up-hill ride. I'm currently using the WikiBook, Blender 3D: Noob to Pro as a tutorial into using this program.

My current goal right now is to make a block (which should be easy) and a few strange landscapes to test and learn the use of Ogre 3D and ODE. I currently have no intent of making something detailed or complicated, so the basic "my beginner experience" would really help.