Qualifications & Benefits

• Explorer- Minimum Age 14 - 21
•  Explorer Club: Age 10 – 13 
• Have at least a 2.0 grade point average or higher 
• Have and maintain a clean police record 
• Attend weekly meetings 
• Be of good moral character 
• Be willing to accept the Explorer Code of Conduct 
• Be willing to volunteer for community and Police Department service activities 
• Pay an application fee and dues  

Benefits: 

• Gain exposure to various criminal justice careers and have positive interactions with law enforcement officers. 
• Obtain enhanced character development and improved physical and mental fitness.  
• Introduced to specialty units, such as K9, Criminal Investigations Division, and Community Policing. 
• Earn Community Service hours. 
• Have the opportunity to ride with a patrol officer and experience the job through the eyes of an officer.
• Receive training in various techniques used by law enforcement professionals, such as traffic stops, building searches, and arrest techniques.