ELECTRIC YOUTH TOUR
Tour D.C. Co-op Style! | June 17 – 23, 2027
Every June, as many as 1,800 high school students from across the country spend a week in the nation’s capital as part of the National Rural Electric Cooperative Youth Tour. The students are sponsored by their electric cooperative – cooperatives are committed to educating America’s youth about our history and the role electric cooperatives play in developing strong rural communities.
Participating in the Youth Tour is an awesome way to learn about this great nation, develop leadership skills, gain a better understanding of electric cooperatives, and make friendships that will last well beyond the week!
Apply Today for the 2027 Youth Tour!
Who Is Eligible?
High school juniors and seniors living in Beadle, Hand, or Hyde County, South Dakota, may apply. Cooperative membership is not required. Dakota Energy will select two students to attend.
How to Apply
Submit the following by December 1, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.:
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A written paragraph explaining what you hope to gain from the trip to Washington, D.C.
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Two teacher recommendations
Application materials may be submitted by:
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Email: info@dakotaenergy.coop
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Mail: Dakota Energy Cooperative, PO Box 830, Huron, SD 57350
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Drop-off: Dakota Energy’s Huron or Miller office
Selected students will be notified by December 31, 2026.