If anyone has any youth that would be interested in this program send me a PM with your email address or use the contact the information listed to get your own copy, Note final deadline is March 25, 2008
these youth will be at the capitol on April 7 to see gun owners in action lobbying their Reps..

The Youth are 100% of our future, whether they are sons & daughters, nephews and nieces, or our grandchildren. They all should learn how to get involved politically and make a difference to fight for their future.


From: PA Federation of Sportsmen's Clubs [mailtofsc@pa.net]
Sent: Monday, March 03, 2008 5:02 PM
To: PFSC
Subject: PA YES


Information attached for PA Youth Education Summit on April 3-7, 2008.
Program paid for by Pa Friends of NRA.

Please pass along to interested High School Sophomore's and Juniors and
your email group lists.
A very valuable program for students looking for future internships,
first hand knowledge of PA government, and lobbying.

Other activities to include; Peregrine Falcons at DCNR, half day
instructional on firearm safety and shooting, Ned Smith Center for
Nature and Art, and Bass Pro Shops. Finally, current affair type topics will
be debated among participating students.

Meals donated by Applebee's.

Deadline for applications is March 25.

Applications and info attached.



(NOTE NEW NUMBERS)
Kory R Enck
NRA Senior Field Rep-E PA, DE
717-689-3200
717-689-3201 fax


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APPLICATION
PENNSYLVANIA STATE YES
Arrival – Thursday, April 3 at Hotel – 6 to 9 pm
Departure – Monday, April 7 at Hotel – 5 to 6 pm


Instructions

1. Carefully read the information and instructions printed in this packet.
2. Be certain to include all attachments as requested.
3. Securely attach all extra documents by fastening them to the packet.
4. Include your full name on the upper left corner of all pages, including attachments.
5. Make sure all portions of the application are completed. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
6. Sign under "Part VII: Signature," located at the end of the application.
7. Return this application as soon as possible, postmarked no later than March 25.
Return postmarked application no later than March 25 to:
Event Chair: Charlie Fox
R.R.#3 Box 445, Troy, Pa 16947
570-297-4642 H 570-297-5131 Fax

PART I: Applicant Information

Name: Nickname:
Address:
City: State: Zip Code:
Telephone Number 1: ( )  Home  Work  Cell
Telephone Number 2: ( )  Home  Work  Cell
Email: Sex: Date of Birth:
Name of Parent/Guardian with whom you reside:
Special Needs or Requirements:


PART II: School Information
Applicant must currently be enrolled in an accredited or equivalent high school and must currently be a sophomore or junior (no exceptions).

Name of High School:
Address:
City: State: Zip Code:
School Counselor or Teacher who will act as a reference:
Telephone Number: ( ) Current Grade:  Freshman  Sophomore
Cumulative Grade Point Average (unweighted): Class Rank: of
Are there extenuating circumstances that have affected your GPA?:  Yes  No
If yes, please explain (attach a separate sheet if needed):






PART III: Extracurricular Activities and Shooting Sports
Extracurricular activities, clubs, associations, offices held, awards received (attach a separate sheet if needed):







List any interests / activities in the shooting sports / Second Amendment issues or other related activities in which you have participated (attach a separate sheet if needed):






PART IV: Essay
Attach to this application an original double spaced, typed, two to three page (no longer than three pages) essay on ONE of the following topics. Correct spelling and grammar are expected. Credit to appropriate sources and/or bibliography must be included when applicable.

The Second Amendment of the Bill of Rights states: “A well regulated militia, being necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed.”

1) Does the Second Amendment still hold the same meaning today as it did to our forefathers back 250 years ago? Is it still relevant to present day American society?

2) Where do you stand on the issue of gun control? Does the government have the right to step in and disarm the American people, even though the right to bear arms is one of the main principles this country was built on?

3) What are the pros and cons of gun control? Discuss each side thoroughly.

**Note: “Extra credit” will not be given to those applicants who turn in more than one essay.
***Definition of a polished essay: A polished essay includes clear and concise sentence structure and vocabulary, unique ideas and points, and excellent grammar and spelling. This type of essay also includes points that are backed up by quotes and evidence; it includes smooth transitions and an intro that is direct and to-the-point, all while lacking subjective adjectives and wordiness, or "random babble."


PART V: Personal Statement
Attach to this application a paragraph or more explaining why you are a good candidate for this year’s YES. Please state why you should be selected, citing examples when necessary. Statement should be typed and no longer than one page.


PART VI: Transcripts
Attach official copies of transcripts. If you are home schooled, send notification of evaluation provided by the Board of Education, grades from an independent third-party source such as a licensed teacher, or grades from the student’s family. For all transcripts and evaluations, send your last two academic school years along with any grades from the present year.


PART VII: Recommendations
Please attach three letters of recommendation from any of the following: teacher, school administrator, clergy, employer, business owner, Scout or other youth group leader, community leader, politician, or outstanding member of the community. Do not use family members. Please ask them to read the attached recommendation form before writing the letter.

PART VIII: Signature
All applicants must sign and date the following to be considered.

I hereby certify that the above information is correct to the best of my knowledge and the essay is original work written by me. I understand that knowingly fabricating any information on this application may make me ineligible to participate in the Youth Education Summit (YES) Program.

I understand that information provided on this application may be verified by the National Rifle Association of America and I authorize and request every person, firm, corporation, association, and/or agency having control of any documents, records, writings, or other information pertaining to me furnish to the NRA any and all such information the NRA believes will relate to my qualifications and/or fitness to participate in the YES program, and to permit the NRA and any of its agents or representatives to inspect, copy, or otherwise record such information.



Signature Date

Return postmarked application no later than March 7 to:
Event Chair: Charlie Fox
R.R.#3 Box 445, Troy, Pa 16947
570-297-4642 H 570-297-5131 Fax
























Youth Education Summit
Recommendation Form



Date:




Letter of Recommendation: Contact Information
Please fill this section out with your contact information if it is not already notated in your letter of recommendation. This information is kept confidential. It will not be entered into a database or sold to third-party vendors.

Name:
Company:
Title:
Address:
City: State: Zip Code:
Daytime Phone: ( ) Evening Phone: ( )
Email:


Youth Education Summit
Recommendation Form



Date:




Letter of Recommendation: Contact Information
Please fill this section out with your contact information if it is not already notated in your letter of recommendation. This information is kept confidential. It will not be entered into a database or sold to third-party vendors.

Name:
Company:
Title:
Address:
City: State: Zip Code:
Daytime Phone: ( ) Evening Phone: ( )
Email:


Youth Education Summit
Recommendation Form



Date:




Letter of Recommendation: Contact Information
Please fill this section out with your contact information if it is not already notated in your letter of recommendation. This information is kept confidential. It will not be entered into a database or sold to third-party vendors.

Name:
Company:
Title:
Address:
City: State: Zip Code:
Daytime Phone: ( ) Evening Phone: ( )
Email:
PENNSYLVANIA YOUTH EDUCATION SUMMIT
April 3 thru April 7, 2008

Event Location Start Time End Time Other Speaker/Coordinator

Thursday, April 3

Student Check-In
Workshop Rules and procedures
Hotel 6:00 pm thru
9:00 pm 8:00 pm
Ursula, Janet, Charlie
Ursula
Pizza Party
Conference
Room 8:00 pm 9:00 pm Delivered
Pool Time Hotel 9:00 pm 11:00 pm
Room check Hotel 11:00 pm Chaperones

Friday, April 4

Wake Up Hotel 6:30 am
Continental Breakfast
Hotel 7:30 am 8:00 am Hotel Dining Room – Must have coupon
Present Your Essay Conference
Room 8:15 am 10:50 am
Students
Short Break
10:50 am 11:00 am All
Dilemma Card #1 - Teams
Conference
Room 11:00 am 11:30 am Students
Travel to Ned Smith Center
Hotel Lobby 1l:45 am
LUNCH
Provided by Applebee’s 12:00 pm 12:45 pm On the Road
Travel Back to Hotel Lobby at NSNC 3:45 pm 4:45 pm All
Dilemma Card #2 - Teams
Conference Room 4:45 pm 5:15 pm Students
Change for Bass Pro after #2
Events Location Start Time End Time Speakers/Chaperones
Travel to Bass Pro Lobby of Hotel 5:30 pm All
DINNER Food Court – Harrisburg
Mall
5:45pm
6:45pm
All
Bass Pro – Tour, Activity 1st Floor Fish
Tank 6:45 pm 9:00 pm All
Chris O’Hara – General Manager
Return to Hotel Lobby of Bass Pro 9:00 pm Sharp
All
The Power of the Volunteer & Presentation
Conference Room 9:15 pm 9:45 pm
Janet Nyce
Free Time – Pool
Hotel 9:45 pm 11:00 pm All
Room Check Hotel 11:00 pm Chaperones

Saturday, April 5

Wake Up
Hotel 6:30 a.m.
Continental Breakfast
Hotel 7:15 a.m. 7:50 am All
Dilemma Card #3 - Teams
Debate Topics – Preparation and Research time Conference Room 8:00 am 10:15 am All

Travel to HH&A
Hotel Lobby 10:30 am 11:30 am All
LUNCH
Bag Lunch or provided by Applebee’s 11:00 am On the Road
Shooting Range and Safety Training Harrisburg Hunters & Anglers Club 11:30 am 3:15 pm Jerry Dougherty and Volunteers
717-319-8666 Cell
Return to Hotel
Porch of HHA 3:30 pm 4:15 pm
Debates – Continued
Conference
Room 4:30 pm 5:00 pm All

DINNER
Applebee’s 5:00 pm 6:30pm All
Events Location Start Time End Time Other Speakers/Coordinator

Finish Debates
Hotel
6:45 pm
10:00 pm
All
Free Time – Pool
Hotel 10:00 pm 11:00 pm All
Room Check
Hotel 11:00 pm Chaperones
Sunday, April 6
Wake Up Hotel 7:00 am

All
Continental Breakfast Hotel 7:45 am 8:00 am All
NRA Programs Conference Room 8:15 am 10:50 am To be announced
Lobby on the Hill
Professional Lobbyist Conference Room
11:00 am
12:00 am
John Kline, Monica Kline
LUNCH
Pizza Party 12:00 12:50 pm All
Preparation Time for Final Speeches
Conference Room 1:00 pm
6:00 pm All
After Speeches – free time to clean up

***BANQUET EVENT***

Peachtree Restaurant
6:30 pm
All – Winner of Scholarships Announced
Free Time – Pool Hotel 10:00 pm 11:00 pm All
Bed Check Hotel 11:00 pm Chaperones
MONDAY, APRIL 7
Wake Up Hotel 6:30 am All
Continental Breakfast Hotel 7:00 am 7:30 am All-Bring luggage to the office – Business Dress
Travel to DCNR & Capitol

Hotel Lobby 7:45 am
Events Location Start Time End Time Other Speakers/Coordinator
Rachel Carson State Building (DCNR)
Falcon Viewing Market Street 8:15 am 10:30 am Ann Devine
Travel to Capitol DCNR Lobby 10:40 am 10:55 am
Conference Room 39E Lower Rotunda 11:00 am 11:30/45 Robert Miller, Jr.; John Hohenwater; Rod Corey
Legislative Appointments
Throughout the morning
Capitol
11:15am
2:00 pm
Students – Food Allowance
LUNCH Downstairs
Rotunda 12:00 pm 1:00 pm All
Capitol Tour & Photo Upstairs
Rotunda 1:15 pm 2:15 pm All
Tour of Upper Level Management Meet in Upstairs Rotunda 2:30 pm 3:00 pm All
Travel to Hotel Downstairs Rotunda 3:00 pm All
Evaluations, Finish Up Conference Room 3:15 pm Until Pick Up All
Parent Pick Up Conference
Room 3:30 pm to
4:00 pm Students


Contact Numbers:
Charlie & Ursula Fox – 570-297-4642 H; 570-529-0449 C
Janet Nyce – 215-234-0330 H; 215-527-1474 C


YOUTH EDUCATION SUMMIT
2008
NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION
OUTREACH EDUCATION - SCHOLARSHIP