Citrus County Sheriff's Office Explorer Post 331

For young men and women considering a career in law enforcement, the Explorer Program at CCSO affords practical training and experience through education, community involvement and public service.

Our organization serves as a conduit to unite Explorers and allow them to learn about law enforcement as a career. F.A.P.E. is a youth-run program that reaches out to young males and females between the ages of 14-21, and allows them the opportunity to become leaders within the organization. We believe as an organization that the youth who are influenced today will become the law enforcement officers of tomorrow.

The Explorer Program is not limited only to those interested in law enforcement as a career.
Explorers receive a better understanding of law enforcement in general. This information is
beneficial no matter what career path is chosen.

Emphasizing personal accountability, discipline and respect for chain-of-command, Explorers will engage in:

Instruction in areas of law enforcement, such as traffic stops, officer safety, first aid, crime prevention and firearms safety.
Traffic control and parking cars at events in the community.
Attend the Florida Association of Police Explorers (F.A.P.E.) meetings and State Competition with other Explorers from across the State of Florida.
Deputy Ride-A-Long Program.