FAIRFIELD EXPLORER POST 279

The Explorer program is an official program of the Fairfield Police Department, designed by the Boy Scouts of America to expose young men and women (ages 13-22) to the vast career choices available in Law Enforcement today. Many of our alumni have continued to successfully achieve positions in local Law Enforcement, State Police Departments, as well as Federal appointments with Law Enforcement agencies throughout the country. Explorers learn in both the classroom and field environment, including actual "hands-on" field experience. Weekly meeting presentations including training on police duties, forensic science, self-defense, investigation, and even firearms and weaponry.

WHAT DO EXPLORERS DO?

Explorers are invited to participate in our ride-along program. Members are allowed to ride with patrol officers and respond to police calls, participating in the normal routines of community policing. Explorers learn and use proper radio operating procedures, writing police logs and reports, and interfacing with the community. Explorers assist officers in a variety of situations including directing traffic at accident scenes and routine investigations.

WHEN ARE MEETINGS?

The Fairfield Police Explorers meet every Monday night at 7:00pm at the Fairfield Police Department. Meetings consist of uniform inspections, training, discussions, and planning the many projects and events on the Explorers busy activities calendar. Members of the Fairfield Police Explorer Post 279 assume duties in special event traffic management, evidence recovery investigations, and policing of emergency disaster scenes.

WHO ARE THE ADVISORS?

The advisory are police officers and other volunteers and employees of the Fairfield Police Department. Advisor training is provided by the Boy Scouts of America.

CAN GIRLS JOIN?

Absolutely! Young women have always been a part of the Fairfield Police Department Explorer Program and share equal responsibilities in the program.

WHAT DOES IT COST?

Post registration is only $10.00 yearly. Our many sponsors take care of most costs associated with being a member of Post 279. This includes, most uniform costs and travel expenses for state and national conferences and events. Some Explorers opt to purchase additional equipment, such as flashlights, boots, and leather gear..

IS IT ALL WORK?

The social aspect of the Explorer program is as important to us as the professional services we provide. Explorers may participate in a wide variety of trips and activities through out the year including ski trips, camping trips, and many other social events.

REQUIREMENTS

Must be between the ages of 13 and 22

Must be in good academic standing with your school, maintaining at least a "C" average.

Must be free of any criminal; record.

HOW DO I JOIN?

In order to become a member of the Fairfield Police Explorer Post 279, you must:

Submit an application for membership.

Attend 3 consectutive meetings.

Successfully complete a background investigation.

Complete an oral interview with the Advisory staff.

WHAT IS THE ORAL INTERVIEW?

It's not like a job interview. It's an opportunity for the advisors and senior members of the post to sit down and talk with you. You will be asked why you are interested in joining the program and what you are hoping to gain through your participation in the Fairfield Police Explorer Program.

IS THIS PROGRAM ABOUT RECRUITING POLICE OFFICER?

Not at all! Many members go on to rewarding careers in Law Enforcement, however, many more pursue other career interests. Police Explorers are given real life, behind the scenes, look at Law Enforcement so that they may make an informed decision later on in life.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Lt. Chris Lyddy

Phone: 203-254-4816

Fax: 203- 254-4868

clyddy@town.fairfield.ct.us

Click here for a membership application. (MS Word 264kb)

LINKS

Connecticut Yankee Council BSA http://www.ctyankee.org/

Exploring in Connecticut http://exploring.ctyankee.org/index.php

National Exploring Web Site http://www.learningforlife.org/exploring/index.html

Connecticut Law enforcement stations day http://www.ctleesd.org/