Law Enforcement Exploring
Patrol Division
The Explorer Program is for career-oriented young adults aged 14 through 21. Members are referred to as Explorers. While the program is part of the Boy Scouts of America, the Explorer program is distinctively different from scouting. Exploring is a co-educational, young-adult program developed and supervised by local community organizations, businesses and individuals. The puspose is to provide an opportunity for young adults to explore particular career fields.
Explorer Post 17 is sponsored by the Alton Police Department as a community-based policing program. This successful program is designed to educate and involve young men and women in police operations and to interest them in law enforcement functions whether they enter the law enforcement field or not. Many former Alton Explorers are currently employed in the field of Law Enforcement, including several Alton Police Officers.
As an Explorer, young adults have the opportunity to assist the Alton Police Department. Explorers can broaden their understanding and firsthand knowledge of the challenges and job skills that make up their community's police service. In addition to gaining a knowledge of police work, the participants have the opportunity to give of themselves to their community. Although Post 17 is law enforcement oriented, Explorers are volunteers and do not serve as police employees, sworn or civilian.
Follow this link:
Alton Explorer Post 17 Web Page
For more information on the Explorers program, contact:
Alton Police Department
Chief Chris Sullivan
1700 E Broadway
Alton, IL 62002
sullivan@altonpolice.com
Upcoming Explorer Activities:
Sunday, January 20 - Explorer Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Sunday, February 17 - Explorer Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Sunday, March 16 - Explorer Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Sunday, April 20 - Explorer Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 4 - Block Party, Downtown Alton (Tentative)
Sunday, May 18 - Explorer Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 24 - Block Party, Downtown Alton (Tentative)
Monday, May 26 - Memorial Day Parade, Upper Alton (Meet in Squad Room at 8:00 a.m.)
Sunday, June 22 - Explorer Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 28 - Block Party, Downtown Alton (Tentative)
Thursday, July 3 - Fireworks on the Mississippi (Meet in Riverfront Park 7:00 p.m.)
Sunday, July 20 - Explorer Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Requirements:
- Be between the ages of 14 and 21
- Pass a Background Evaluation
- Maintain a "C" average or better in school
Meetings:
Meetings are held on the third Sunday of every month at 6:30pm in the Squad Room of the Alton Law Enforcement Center, 1700 East Broadway, Alton, IL. For further information, contact either Chief Sullivan , Deputy Chief O'Guinn , or Officer Bazzell at the Police Department, 618-463-3505.
Explorer Ride Alongs:
When an Explorer passes the probation period, he or she can ride with Alton Police Officers in the Patrol and Traffic divisions. Explorers must be at least 16 years of age to ride with Officers.
Other Explorer Functions:
Explorers are asked to assist with many of Alton's events including the Alton Exposition, Parades, and other events.
Uniform:
All Explorers are required to wear the Explorer uniform to all events except for meetings. The uniform consists of:
- Black Pants
- White Shirt with Collar
- Explorer Patch on Right Arm (Provided)
- Explorer Patch Badge on Left Breast (Provided)
- Black Belt
- Black Shoes
- Flashlight (During Night Events)
Explorers are not allowed to carry weapons, mace, or ammunition.
Official Law Enforcement Exploring Page
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