What is a Law Enforcement Explorer?
- An Explorer post is associated with the police or sheriff agency, Learning for Life, and the Boy Scouts of America
- Explorers receive hands-on training in domestic violence, hostage negotiation, traffic stops, traffic collisions, use of force, CPR/First Aid, and many other topics
Benefits of Being a Law Enforcement Explorer
- Volunteer and serve in your community/county at public events; such as parades and celebrations or fairs
- Receive early training and education on what it takes to be a law enforcement officer
Requirements to be an Explorer
- Must be 14-21 years of age
- Have a clean juvenile record
- Must maintain at least a 2.0 GPA in school
- Three qualities that all Explorers should strive for in the law enforcement profession are truth, knowledge, and integrity
- Possess the qualities of honesty, maturity, self-discipline and initiative
- Have a desire to learn
- Make a commitment to volunteer time to serve the agency and community
If you would like to join, or would like more information about joining the program, please contact: Detective Kilee Holroyd - (530) 245-6455 kholroyd [at] shastacounty.gov (subject: Explorer%20Inquiry) (kholroyd[at]shastacounty[dot]gov)
