(File Photo of a Pennsylvania State Police Trooper Badge)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Harrisburg, PA) The Pennsylvania State Police is now accepting applications for its annual youth camp, and they are collaborating with the Pennsylvania National Guard and the Pennsylvania American Legion. The Elmer Hafer–American Legion–State Police–National Guard Youth Camp will take place at Messiah University in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania from June 7th-13th, 2026. The six-day program is for teenagers that are 15 to 17 years old who are interested in exploring careers in either Pennsylvania law enforcement or the military. Cadets will take part in a wide range of hands‑on learning experiences and physical fitness training designed to build their understanding of law enforcement as well as their confidence, teamwork, and leadership abilities. You can apply for this camp by clicking here.