Youth Tour

Experience an unforgettable adventure! The Moreau-Grand Electric Cooperative Youth Tour offers high school students a chance to visit Washington, D.C., learn about electric cooperatives, and connect with peers from across the country. Explore history, meet lawmakers, and discover how cooperatives shape communities — all through this life-changing opportunity.

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Youth Tour 2025 Winner!

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Artorreus Waloke

Congratulations, Artorreus Waloke!

Moreau-Grand Electric is thrilled to again offer this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for area juniors and seniors!

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A Journey of Learning & Leadership

Attention area juniors and seniors!  D.C. Youth Tour Application is due December 30, 2024!

DC Youth Tour Application

Moreau-Grand Electric is once again sponsoring one area student to take a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Washington, D.C.!

JUNE 15-21, 2025

Who is eligible?

All area high school juniors and seniors whose parents are members of Moreau-Grand Electric Cooperative.

What does it cost?

Moreau-Grand, along with the other participating local electric cooperatives, fully fund the tour. The tour covers each participant’s transportation, accommodations, meals, entertainment, and sightseeing events. Students are required to provide their spending money (for snacks, souvenirs, etc.).

When is it held?

The weeklong trip will take place from June 15-21, 2025. Participants will meet for an orientation meeting on Sunday, June 15 at the Brandon Golf Course. The group will bus to Minneapolis and then fly the next morning to D.C. on Monday, June 16, and return to South Dakota on Saturday, June 21. A commercial bus will be used for transportation while in D.C.

How do I qualify?

Each applicant must either write a 250-750 word essay or record a 2-3 minute video answering the following questions: What moment in American history do you wish you had been a part of, and what would you have contributed?