Youth Tour
Independence. History. Government. Friendship. These are just a few things learned and gained by students attending the National Rural Electric Cooperative (NRECA) Washington D.C. Youth Tour in June.
Nearly 1,800 high school sophomores and juniors come together for this all-expenses-paid trip from June 14-20, 2026. We send up to two delegates to represent MEC on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Candidates are selected based on their application.
Michigan students fly from Detroit to Washington, D.C. Once in the capital, they visit several national monuments and museums, meet with local representatives on Capitol Hill, and learn about advocacy and the history of electric cooperatives in America. They typically attend a musical and/or a Washington Nationals baseball game to round out the week's activities.
High school students ages 15-17 are encouraged to apply. Please note: children of MEC employees and board members are not eligible to apply.
