I've already went over the list of my college's clubs and what not, no club similar sadly. I know I need lots of experience before I attempt the AT (Which is thankfully a long way off, so I have many years to gain the experience). While it looks like hiking solo might be my only option, it doesn't thrill me. I'm a social person, and I like having people around when hiking or camping, to share the adventure with and to talk to and just be with. Though, I guess if I have to. I'll start searching the boards for similar posts like that. Also, I live in the midwest/Indiana.