Youth Leadership Camp

Program Details:
Powder River Energy Corporation co-sponsors local high school students to attend the "Youth Leadership Camp" in Steamboat Springs, Colorado.

When: July 11-16, 2026

What's Included:
The week is completely funded, including:

• Transportation
• Room and board
• All activities and meals

Program Highlights:

• Leadership skills development
• Tours of industry sites including:
  • Craig Station (largest coal-fired electric generating plant in Colorado)
  • Trapper Coal Mine
  • Solar farm
• Educational component on how cooperatives work and electric energy industry
• Recreation activities:
  • Gondola ride up Mt. Werner at Steamboat Ski Resort
  • Fish Creek Falls hiking trip
  • Various Steamboat Springs attractions
  • Cabin accommodations, hot springs pools, barbecues, dances with 100+ attendees

Eligibility:

• Must be enrolled in high school
• Parent/guardian must have an account with Powder River Energy Corporation
• Service territory: Sheridan, Johnson, Weston, Campbell, and Crook counties

Post-Camp Opportunities:

• Attendees can qualify for the National Washington DC tour with 2,000+ students from across the U.S.
• Many alumni have received scholarships, speaking engagements, and national recognition

Application Process

1. Submit 2026 Youth Leadership Camp Application (available online at precorp.coop)
2. Application deadline: January 16, 2026
3. Students must meet eligibility requirements (high school enrollment, parent/guardian PRECorp membership)
4. For DC Youth Tour consideration: Submit DC Youth Tour Application after camp attendance

Contact Information:

• Email: communications@precorp.coop
• Phone: 1-800-442-3630