Most students may not have an opportunity to visit Washington, D.C., but at least one will be sponsored by Lake Country Power to attend the Electric Cooperative Youth Tour for a week in June.

The cooperative is seeking high school sophomores and juniors to apply for an opportunity to be selected as their representative on this year’s Electric Cooperative Youth Tour. The application deadline is February 20, and all applicants must have parents or legal guardians who are active Lake Country Power members – meaning they currently receive electric service from the cooperative.  

Over 1,900 student delegates from all over the country go on the Youth Tour in D.C. each year, including at least 40 students from Minnesota. Students visit with their congressional representatives, tour some of the most famous museums in the world and make memories and friends that will last a lifetime. Students also learn about the electric cooperative business model and American history.               

The Electric Cooperative Youth Tour has been a tradition and favorite opportunity among high school students since 1957 when it was established by the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA). 

Students will find the application form online and more information about this outstanding opportunity at www.lakecountrypower.coop/youth-tour. If questions, students can contact Lake Country Power at 800-421-9959, extension 7152, and ask for Tami Zaun. School counselors have been informed about this opportunity and can be a local resource as well.