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This article describes the dilemma some rural teens face as they are expected to perform in many arenas in life. each activity in its own right may be good but the culmulative effect can be overwhelming.

This article describes the experiences that rural youths need in order to have a vision of coming back to a rural area to live their lives. The article highlights entrepreneurship, community service, computer and telecommuncation skills, and a rural identity based on active knowledge of rural values, history, culture and literature.

This column describes the basics skills rural youth need in order to succeed in life, whether they are in urban or rural settings. Many of the experiences they need are either extra-curricular or a function of experiences outside of their home community. They also benefit from exposure to talented people who are being entreprenuerial in their local communities.