Mission Statement

The mission of the Venice Police Explorers is to work with teen-age boys and girls ages 13 to 18 years of age to grow up and work in a diverse community. This is accomplished through training for life chartered by the Boy Scouts of America to experience law enforcement first hand. In weekly meetings the youth are taught skills which include self-confidence, group interactions, public speaking and self-defense.

English, spelling, math and current events are all parts of the curriculum with an explanation on uses in everyday police work. Today’s explorers are tomorrow’s teachers, police officers, soldiers and community leaders so taking pride in themselves, their families and their country is emphasized. Venice Police Explorers are good will ambassadors to the citizens of Venice and Sarasota County each working many volunteer hours annually for various civic-minded organizations.

The explorers are under the direction of Venice Police Department’s Administrative Division. Several officers and civilian volunteers work as adult advisors to supervise the training and work details. The advisors also offer respect, guidance and moral support to the explorers and families.