Youth Tour Day 1-June 11, 2010

Today is our first day. Excitement is high. This is the first time that everyone gets to meet one another. The Chaperones: Mrs. Sandy “Mama Sandy”, Ms. Addie and Mr. Rick introduced themselves to the delegates and parents as they arrive one by one. Everyone was busy introducing themselves and learning about the other delegates that will be traveling to Washington D.C. from Louisiana. There was plenty excitement because we started with an ice breaker game. Some of us were even nervous. Delegates said good bye to loved ones. Everyone was excited to hear what each others plans are for the summer and how those last days of school played out. Most importantly everyone is just excited about Youth Tour and anticipating an awesome trip. We spent the day learning about Electric cooperatives and electrical safety. We even participated in the Lineman Olympics. It’s amazing to see how hard their jobs are while wearing all their safety equipment. Mama Sandy told everyone a little about the trip and what to expect as well as what is expected of us. The group learned more about Youth Leadership Council, and everyone that is interested is encouraged to run for the Louisiana Youth Leadership Council position. After all the business was taken care of everyone was given the options to visit in groups in each others’ rooms, swim, watch movies or play. Most of us chose to hang out by the pool while others went swimming. Blake brought his guitar and sang a few songs for us. Early bed check because we have to board the bus very early in the morning headed for Tennessee.

Here’s what today’s bloggers had to say:

Jack Colvin is a Claiborne Electric delegate:
His favorite part of the day was sitting around the pool.
His least favorite part of the day was learning about electricity.
Today’s activities taught Jack to stay away from electricity.
Jack would like to say to his loved ones back home stay away from electric lines and I love you Mom!

Rachel Brown is Jeff Davis’s delegate:
Her favorite part of the day was meeting all the new people and getting to know one another.
Her least favorite part of the day was the non active lectures.
Today’s activities taught Rachel the facts about electricity and safety. I also learned how to keep people safe around electricity.
Rachel would like to say to her loved ones back home that I’m having an awesome time. I have already made new friends and can’t wait to get to DC! I had a Great time today and I love you!

Danny is WST’s delegate:
His favorite part of the day was getting to know all the kids going on the Youth Tour trip.
His least favorite part of the day were the 5 hour talks.
Today’s activities taught Danny about electricity and cooperatives. I can appreciate the work and commitment of our electric coops now.
Danny would like to say to his loved ones back home that I’m having a good time. See you when I get home.

Daniel is ALEC’s delegate:
His favorite part of the day was meeting new people and learning about electricity.
His least favorite part of the day was the lectures! lol
Today’s activities taught Daniel more about safety with electricity, and I will be more precautious from now on.
Daniel would like to say to his loved ones back home that I’m having fun!

To view our pictures from today go to the link below. New photos will be posted each night. Photo Gallery: http://photos.youthtour.org/2010-Youth-Tour

Day 1 Photos

You can see our pictures from Day 1 at http://photos.youthtour.org/2010-Youth-Tour

Blog post coming soon.

Get Plenty Rest

Only a few more days until Youth Tour! I know everyone is excited. Just a reminder that you need to use these next couple of days to get plenty of rest and eat healthy meals. You will need plenty energy for DC. I know it's summer and you want to have as much fun as possible, but you really need to take good care of yourself before this trip. You will not be getting much rest during Youth Tour.

Movie List

Below is a list of the movies the chaperones are bringing. You are welcome to bring your own movies, however they can not be rated R. Let's use the Facebook page to post the list of movies everyone will bring that way no one over packs and we don't have all the same movies.

Alice in Wonderland PG
Alvin & the Chipmunks The Squeakquel PG-13
Benchwarmers PG-13
Eagle Eye PG-13
Fool's Gold PG-13
Just Like Heaven PG-13
Knowing PG-13
Kung Fu Panda PG
Longest Yard PG-13
Mama Mia PG-13
National Treasure PG
National Treasure II PG
Next PG-13
Princess and the Frog G
Transformers "Revenge of the Fallen" PG-13
Yes Man PG-13
17 Again PG-13
Ace Ventura Pet Detective PG-13
Ace Ventura When Nature Calls PG-13
Beverly Hills Chihuahua PG
Big Daddy PG-13
Big Momma's House PG-13
Bride Wars PG
Evan Almighty PG
How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days PG-13
Last Holiday PG-13
Leap Year PG
Legally Blonde 2 PG-13
Madagascar 2 Escape to Africa PG
Mall Cop PG
Meet the Fockers PG-13
Mr. Deeds PG-13
NG-Air Force One
NG-Arlington
NG-Pentagon
NG-White House
Night at the Museum PG
Night at the Museum Smithsonian PG
No Reservations PG
Ocean's Eleven PG-13
Ocean's Thirteen PG-13
Ocean's Twelve PG-13
Open Season PG
Over the Hedge PG
Surrogates PG-13
The Blind Side PG-13
The Great Outdoors PG
The Prince and Me PG
The Princess and the Frog G
Tommy Boy PG-13
Twlight PG-13
What Happens in Vegas PG-13

Help Me Pack for Youth Tour!

The following is a guide to help you pack for your trip to Washington DC. This is only recommendations to help you.

Small Carry On Bag-Pack for Friday, Saturday and Sunday (This bag will be placed under the bus, but you will be able to unload it on Saturday night.)
PJs or something to sleep in for Friday and Saturday night; underwear; swim suit; plastic bag for wet clothes; travel clothes for Saturday and Sunday; comfortable shoes; toiletries.

Bring on the Bus: pillow & blanket; sweatshirt or light jacket; entertainment items; wallet/purse.

Large Suitcase-Pack for Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday (This bag will be placed under the bus and you will not be able to unload it until we get to DC on Sunday night).

Return Home Carry on Bag-Pack for your return home on Thursday and Friday. Place the rest of your clothes in your large suit case. When we stop on Thursday night at the truck stop you will be able to change into your pjs and then we will stop at a rest area on Friday morning for you to change into some clothes for travel. You will also need your toiletries in your carry on bag.

Clothes List by Day:
Friday-Dress Comfortable, Swimsuit, Night clothes.--Plastic Bag for Wet Swimsuit
Saturday-Travel clothes, Swimsuit and night clothes..--Plastic Bag for Wet Swimsuit
Sunday-Travel clothes, tennis shoes and night clothes.--Hiking Natural Bridges
Monday-Gold Saints t-shirt, nice black/navy slacks or skirt--for Youth Rally; pants/jeans/walking shorts--for touring; tennis shoes; casual outfit for boat cruise; night clothes **Important Notice** if you are applying for Youth Leadership Council then you will need a nice shirt, tie and slacks for guys and a nice skirt/slacks and blouse or dress for ladies for Youth Rally Day.
Tuesday-Yellow Yes We Are t-shirt; pants/jeans/walking shorts; tennis shoes; night clothes
Wednesday-Blue YT Polo shirt; nice navy, khaki, or black slacks or skirt; tennis shoes/comfortable dress shoes; casual outfit for farewell dance; night clothes.
Thursday-Green From Louisiana t-shirt; pants/jeans/walking shorts; tennis shoes; night clothes for traveling.
Friday-Travel clothes and tennis shoes

Remember the shoes that you bring should not be open toe or flip flops. Also you will want to wear your shoes a good bit before the trip so that they are broken in; otherwise they may cause blisters. Socks are also recommended to prevent blisters.

Plan Your Day at the Smithsonian

The Smithsonian consist of serveral museums; each museum you could spend an entire day viewing the collections. You will only have a few hours to visit everything. Without a plan your visit can be very overwhelming. My suggestion to you is to talk to your friends on the trip to decide what is important to each of you and then move quickly so that you can accomplish your goals. If you have any specific questions, about the Smithsonians you can let Mrs. Sandy or Ms. Addie know and we will help you.
Here is the link the all the new and upcoming exhibits at the Smithsonian: http://www.si.edu/visit/whatsnew/DEFAULT.ASP
The link to the Smithsonian is http://www.si.edu/

Meet Your 2010 Chaperones

Sandy Stockwell-Louisiana Youth Tour Director. Sandy is with the Association of Louisiana Electric Cooperatives in Baton Rouge. This is Sandy's 22nd Youth Tour Trip.


Addie Armato is the Member Services Representative for Pointe Coupee Electric Membership Corporation in New Roads. This is Addie's 4th Youth Tour Trip.


Rick Stockwell is Sandy's son. He serves in the United States Navy.