Take a deep breath as you approach Ellis Island and smell the salty air as the waves beat against this very place where so many people continue to enter the U.S. every year. Let yourself imagine what it must have felt like to live in Salem during the witch hunts as you work your way through the Salem Witch Museum and shiver with excitement from the majesty of the Statue of Liberty. Relive Medieval times as you explore the dark, dingy halls of Hammond Castle. Learn by experiencing the American Spirit Leadership Program. Forty-one youth and six adults from Central Wisconsin will travel by bus all through the New England States.
Delegates spend the majority of time contributing to stimulating, task-oriented groups.
One day is spent on Capital Hill meeting with legislators and touring. 2000 Delegates participate in self-development seminars, tours, and a service project, while exchanging ideas with youth from across the country. The awards are presented at the following year's annual Leaders' banquet. This award is given in recognition of personal integrity, balanced living and potential leadership. The award was first offered in 1941 by William H. Danforth, founder of Ralston Purina Company in St. Louis, who dared young people to achieve their highest potential and to influence others through lives of service.