TLD, There are several active clubs in the Wilmington/West Chester/Philadelphia/Baltimore area. Google Wilmington Trail Club, BATONA Hiking Club, Mason Dixon Trail Club, "hiking in Baltimore", Horseshoe Trail Club. I was once president of the Wilmington Club, and know they are still active (and still maintain the Brandywine Trail-- Connects with Horseshoe Trail, and in turn with the AT). Good luck. Some wonderful hiking in that area. Best, jcp