When I do a "search outside your area" for MD, VA and DC, I get responses saying that I am not eligible for any shops. BUT, when I look for shops "in" my designated area, I see shops from all 3 of those. So, it may be the way that you are searching. You may need to go to your profile and adjust that area.
I just signed up for an April shop and as back-up for 2 more in my area.
Based in MD, near DC
Shopping from the Carolinas to New York
Have video cam; will travel
Poor customer service? Don't get mad; get video.