The Police Explorer Program (Post #226) is a coordinated program between the Police Department and the Boy Scouts of America. The program encourages youth and young adults (ages 14-21) to develop an interest in law enforcement by experiencing police operations. Police agents serve as advisors to the program providing explorers with classroom and practical training.
In the classroom, explorers learn about policing including the following aspects:
- Officer safety skills.
- Community policing.
- Investigative techniques.
- Physical fitness requirements.
In the field as volunteers explorers can participate in the following activities:
- Help with community events.
- Assist with tours of the department.
- Assist with traffic control and other varied assignments.
- Explorers can participate in the Ride-Along Program.
- Explorers also enter law enforcement competitions in which participants are evaluated on officer safety skills, judgment, planning and teamwork. Explorer Post #226 has participated in local and national competitions, and it has won a variety of awards for performance and teamwork. Interested persons are asked to submit an application.
Open House Oct. 5, 2022
The Lakewood Police Department Explorer Program is currently accepting applications! There is no deadline for submitting an application.
An informational Open House will be held Oct. 5 from 6-8 p.m. at the Lakewood Police Department.
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- Pizza and soda will be provided