Road trip across the USA stopping to see Philadelphia, Gettysburg, the Liberty Bell and more! Walk among places that have made history and places that are making news today. Visit Capitol Hill, government departments, historic sites, and memorials. Get a close-up view of political process through visits to Capitol Hill. Meet with the Kansas Congressional and Senate delegations to discuss legislative issues. Participate in workshops and assembly groups to learn life skills and discuss possible solutions to domestic and international problems.. Delegates Must Be: • Responsible and mature young people, 15-18 years of age by January 1, 2019 • Able to demonstrate leadership and personal qualities of trustworthiness, respect, responsibilities, fairness, caring and citizenship. • Interested in returning home to apply citizenship concepts to their lives and those around them. • Committed to sharing what they learn with others. Chaperones Adults 21 years and older interested in serving as a chaperone should complete the same application as the youth, online. Chaperones must be Volunteer Registered. There will be at least one adult chaperone for every 15 youth participants. There is no fee to be a chaperone. Application Procedure There are 50 spaces available for this trip! There are no county quotas. Registration and application material is submitted online. Applications will be accepted until January 15 or until 50 spaces are filled; whichever occurs first. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Applicants will be notified of their selection and will be required to confirm their intent to participate by submitting a $250 non-refundable deposit to the State 4-H Office by January 15. Checks should be made payable to the “Kansas 4-H Foundation”. Full payment is due by April 15 in order to secure your spot. Cost The cost per delegate of $1,850 includes transportation, lodging in motels, tours, lodging and meals at the National 4-H Center and the CWF Program Fee. Delegates should plan on an additional $175 for meals on the road, and on any personal spending for souvenirs or other personal expenses. Travel Delegates will travel by motor coach from Kansas on June 13 through their return to Kansas on June 24. Delegates will arrange their own transportation to and from the departure point(s).