From staff reports
Pennsylvania State Police, in collaboration with the Pennsylvania National Guard and American Legion, is seeking applicants for its annual youth camp.
The Elmer Hafer-American Legion-State Police-National Guard Youth Camp will be held June 5-11 at Messiah University in Mechanicsburg, Cumberland County.
The camp is designed for teenagers, ages 15 to 17, interested in pursuing a career in law enforcement or the military.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the camp didn’t occur in the past two years. This year’s event will mark the 50th camp held since its inception.
“I encourage young Pennsylvanians interested in pursuing a career in law enforcement or the military to take advantage of this great opportunity,” said state police Col. Robert Evanchick. “The camp will teach skills and lessons that will last a lifetime.”
Cadets will also visit the state police academy in Hershey and Fort Indiantown Gap National Guard Training Center in Lebanon County.
In addition, the camp offers three $1,000 scholarship awards at the conclusion of the week.
Boys and girls interested in applying must be between the ages of 15 and 17 prior to entering the camp and not reach the age of 18 during the camp. Cadets who have previously attended the camp aren’t eligible to apply again.
Teens attend the camp at no cost as their local American Legion post sponsors their attendance.
More information on the program and application information are available at www.pa-legion.com.
