Basecamp Academy is Explorers Credit Union’s quarterly educational seminar series designed to equip you with the knowledge, confidence, and tools you need to move forward with clarity. Whether you’re building savings, planning for the future, navigating lending decisions, or simply looking to strengthen your financial foundation, Basecamp Academy is here to guide the way.
These educational opportunities, held in our newly renovated Yankton Branch, are thoughtfully designed to help you grow your financial confidence, ask meaningful questions, and take actionable steps toward the life you envision.
Each quarter, we’ll invite members into our BasecampTraining Room – a welcoming, engaging environment, where learning is practical, approachable, and empowering.
Because when you have the right tools and the right team beside you – the climb becomes possible.
Join us at Basecamp. Your next step starts here.
Quarter 1 Workshop: March 3, 2026
First-Time Homebuyers Workshop *(THIS WORKSHOP HAS ENDED)
Quarter 2 Workshop
Fraud Awareness & Prevention
May 20th @ 10am-11am
Quarter 3 Workshop
TBD
Date/time
Quarter 4 Workshop
TBD
Date/time
First-Time HomebuyersWorkshop
Hosted by Explorers Credit Union & CU Mortgage Direct
*This is FREE event. Drinks & light snacks will be provided.
Steps in the homebuying process
Credit union vs. mortgage provider roles
Realistic homebuying timeline
FHA, VA, USDA & Conventional loan options
Key loan differences & who they fit
Today’s lending landscape overview
Registrations have closed.
FEATURED PRESENTERS
Ryan Meyer Chief Operating Officer CU Mortgage Direct
NMLS# 617500 | Company NMLS # 198895
Amanda Palli Senior Mortgage Loan Originator CU Mortgage Direct
NMLS# 1666165 | Company NMLS# 198895
CONTACT:
Kelsey Tramp Lending Manager Explorers Credit Union
NMLS# 2768002 | Company NMLS# 408529
Need Help Navigating Your Next Step?
Simply stop in any of our branches or contact one of our loan officers to get the process started!