As Sheriff of Palm Beach County, I am dedicated to involving the young people in our community in
programs which will build character, increase self esteem and teach citizen skills. The Palm Beach
County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Explorer and Junior Explorer Programs are designed to provide our youth with these
skills. It gives them an opportunity to participate in community service activities, making Palm Beach
County safer for all of it's citizens.
Joining the Explorer or Junior Explorer Program will be a wonderful experience and I extend my personal invitation for you to become
a member!
What is Exploring?
The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office Explorer and Junior Explorer Programs are chartered through Boy Scouts of America and is
designed for young men and women between the ages of 14 and 21 (11-14 for Junior Explorers), who are interested in law enforcement training,
community service and recreation programs. When you become a member, we hope to broaden your outlook into law
enforcement as a career.
Training
An Explorer has the opportunity to learn first hand about various aspects of law enforcement. They are required
to attend a basic academy. The subjects of study include:
- Accident Investigation
- Arrest Techniques
- First Aid
- Traffic Stops
- Fingerprinting
- Physical Training
- Firearm Safety
- Patrol Procedures
- Crime Scene Investigation
- Traffic Control
- Crime Prevention
- Honor-Color Guard
Community Involvement
Explorers participate in numerous community service event throughout Palm Beach County. They assist with traffic
control, bicycle rodeos, fingerprinting small children and many other activities.
Activities
The Sheriff's Office Explorers meet weekly. They also attend the Florida Sheriff's Explorer Association Delegates
Meetings and compete in events such as traffic stops, accident investigations, crime prevention and pistol competition.
- Delegates Conferances are three times per year throughout the State of Florida
- One State Conference a year in that year's hosting county.
- National Conference every other year.
- Explorer Boot Camp twice a year & Jr. Explorer Fun Camp once a year.
- Annual Fun Trip.
- Many tours of Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies.
Join Us!
REQUIREMENTS:
Age:
Explorer: 14-21 years old
Jr. Explorer: 11-14 years old
Citizenship: Must be a citizen of the United States and be of good moral character.
Education: Must meet the academic requirements set forth by the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office each grading period.
Exploreres must me enrolled in high school and upon graduation must be enrolled in some type of academics.
For more information, call or write to:
Palm Beach Sheriff's Office
Crime Preventions/Youth Services
3228 Gun Club Road
West Palm Beach, Florida 33406
(561)-644-9649
IN BELLE GLADE:
Palm Beach Sheriff's Office
38840 State Road 80
Belle Glade, Florida 33430
(561)-996-1670
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