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posted on Jul 23, 2010 at 10:19 AM

This page is being updated to include news, calendar, media and pictures. So please be patient while I update all the important information that our Sheriff Explorers do.

Coming soon will be pictures of the post being at their annual Law Enforcement Academy (Boot-Camp).

If you are interested in the Explorer post please feel free to call me and/or fill out the application to the right and come to one of our meetings.

Thank you all for all the support.

D/S Roberta Barker

Lead advisor Post#556

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We meet on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month, from 6:00pm - 8:00pm
at 4055 41st Ave, Vero Beach, FL 32960 In the Jail Lineup Room.

Deputy Roberta Barker

Providing young adults, ages 14 to 19 years, with the opportunity to develop a working knowledge of law enforcement procedures, duties, and concepts. Also, to enhance participant's sense of responsibility through knowledge, teamwork, and community involvement.

The purpose of this post is to provide young adults with an effective program designed to build good character, promote good citizenship and develop personal and mental fitness. Law Enforcement Exploring Post participate in a variety of programs and projects featuring training skills, development and service based upon Exploring Social, Service, Leadership, Fitness and Outdoor.

Exploring is based on a unique and dynamic relationship between the youth, organizations and the community.

Wondering how to get involved?

Ever wonder what it's like to be a Sheriff. What the life of a Sheriff entails? Are you the type of person who wants to help out your community in a positive way? This might be the program for you!

Who Are We Seeking?

To qualify for the position of Deputy Explorer you must be between the ages of 14 and 19 years, have completed the eighth grade, have at least a "C" average if in high school, be of good moral character, and have no serious arrests or convictions. In addition Deputy Explorers must meet the same basic physical requirements as a Deputy Sheriff.

How and Where Do I Join?

If you decide you want to become a Law Enforcement Explorer, and you feel that you meet the minimum qualifications, please feel free to contact me at the numbers listed below and fill out the provided application. We encourage any person who meets these criteria and who are uncertain of this program to call us or come check out a meeting and see for yourself how much fun it is.

We meet on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of every month from 6pm - 8pm. We meet at 4055 41st Ave Jail Lineup Room Vero Beach, FL 32960.

For additional information or any suggestions concerning the Explorers Post #556, please feel free to contact me, Deputy Roberta Barker, at my office (772) 770-5028 or try me on my cell at (772) 453-3050.

We look forward to seeing you!