The Colorado State Patrol is now accepting applications for its 2012 Youth Academy, to be held June 10-16 in Golden.
“The goal of the Youth Academy is to assist in the development of future leaders for the state of Colorado,” said Colonel James Wolfinbarger, Chief of the CSP, in a media release.
According to the State Patrol, the seven-day academy will mentally and physically stretch its participants.
“Focus is on leadership development through team exercises and individual achievement,” Wolfingbarger said. “Participants will become familiar with the basic elements of the CSP Academy through a daily training schedule.”
Various local businesses cover the week’s costs making attendance free for the participants.
The youth academy is limited to 40 participants from Colorado. Applicants must be at least 16 years old and a high school student. For an application and to read the requirements, visit: .
The deadline is March 9.
