2012 NATIONAL EXPLORER CONFERENCE
FT. COLLINS, COLORADO
Eight members of the post were carefully selected to attend the 2012 explorer conference in Ft. Collins, CO. They included Malik Clark, Zack Davis, Christian Davis, Ben Kemper, Andrew Kemper, Brandt Jaycox, Stacie McGinnis and Aundria Kurowski. They joined up with over 2800 explorers from all over the country that come together in one location to compete in team and individual events. The best of the best going head-to-head to show off their skills and post training they receive. They had the chance to meet officers/agents from the U.S. Secret Service, U.S. Marshal's, U.S. Postal Inspectors, DEA, FBI as well as othe federal and local law enforcement agencies from all over the country. The posts took over Colorado State University from July 16-20, 2012 where they were housed. This location also served as the competition site, as well as seminars and social events. It was an opportunity of a lifetime and something they will never forget.
Our teams competed in Traffic Crash Investigation, Crime Prevention, Arrest Search and Seizure, Burglary in Progress, Shoot/Don't Shoot and Domestic Intervention. In the individual events they competed in Non-Emergency Vehicle Driving, Bicycle Obstacle Course and the Physical Agility Course.
Some members of our post (Malik Clark, Zack Davis, Andrew Kemper and Ben Kemper) participated in a combined post 3-day basketball tournament. They teamed up with members from Cincinnati PD and US Customs and Border Protection.
After the week long competition, the entire group, ranging everywhere from New York City to California, got together for a highly energetic and exciting closing/award ceremony. The ceremony allows the opportunity for posts and individuals to be recognized for their outstanding performance. The ceremony was attended by distinguished guests to include Mike Prout, Assistant Director of the US Marshal Service; Mark J. Sullivan, Director of the US Secret Service; Michele Leonhart, Administrator for the US Drug Enforcement Administration and Kent Jeffries, Assistant Director of the Federal Air Marshals.
Our group displayed teamwork, professionalism, integrity, maturity and most importantly, they represented Springfield Twonship well. As a result of their committment to Law Enforcement Exploring, our post received the following recognition: Top 10% in Burglary in Progress; Zack Davis - 3rd place in Bicycle Obstacle (age group 14-16); Ben Kemper - 2nd place in Bicycle Obstacle (age group 17+); 2nd place in the U.S. Marshal Basketball Tournament and 3rd place overall in the Department of Homeland Security's Federal Law Enforcement Training Center's Non-Emergency Driving Course.
On behalf of all the advisors and officers that assist in the training for these young men and women, thanks for making our Explorer Post one of the best in the nation.
Our teams competed in Traffic Crash Investigation, Crime Prevention, Arrest Search and Seizure, Burglary in Progress, Shoot/Don't Shoot and Domestic Intervention. In the individual events they competed in Non-Emergency Vehicle Driving, Bicycle Obstacle Course and the Physical Agility Course.
Some members of our post (Malik Clark, Zack Davis, Andrew Kemper and Ben Kemper) participated in a combined post 3-day basketball tournament. They teamed up with members from Cincinnati PD and US Customs and Border Protection.
After the week long competition, the entire group, ranging everywhere from New York City to California, got together for a highly energetic and exciting closing/award ceremony. The ceremony allows the opportunity for posts and individuals to be recognized for their outstanding performance. The ceremony was attended by distinguished guests to include Mike Prout, Assistant Director of the US Marshal Service; Mark J. Sullivan, Director of the US Secret Service; Michele Leonhart, Administrator for the US Drug Enforcement Administration and Kent Jeffries, Assistant Director of the Federal Air Marshals.
Our group displayed teamwork, professionalism, integrity, maturity and most importantly, they represented Springfield Twonship well. As a result of their committment to Law Enforcement Exploring, our post received the following recognition: Top 10% in Burglary in Progress; Zack Davis - 3rd place in Bicycle Obstacle (age group 14-16); Ben Kemper - 2nd place in Bicycle Obstacle (age group 17+); 2nd place in the U.S. Marshal Basketball Tournament and 3rd place overall in the Department of Homeland Security's Federal Law Enforcement Training Center's Non-Emergency Driving Course.
On behalf of all the advisors and officers that assist in the training for these young men and women, thanks for making our Explorer Post one of the best in the nation.
Training starts in the classroom.....
Without the knowledge from the classroom, doing practical exercises would be a waste of time. Knowledge is gained from the expertise of the professional law enforcement officers that do this everdyday. While training, we utilize whatever resources available to share the information to the members of the post. This training will then be moved to the field where the members learn even more by doing hands-on with the officers.
.....Practical Exercises
Now its time to use the knowledge that was gainined in the classroom. All of the training that begins in a classroom setting will eventually turn into hands-on exercises. The hands-on portion is what the members gear up for.
Courtroom Testimony.....
One thing the explorers are learning about is Courtroom Testimony. It is something we believe will prepare them for their future in law enforcement. Courtroom Testimony has also been added in local competition as an individual event. To better prepare for this event, explorers actually testified in a mock trial where they were questioned by a prosecutor and defense attorney and was overseen by a municipal judge. At the completion of the questioning, each of the professionals critiqued the explorer on his/her testimony. Some needed no guidance as the testimony was nearly flawless. 2012 was the first year the explorers received such training and it was a huge success.
Self-Defense Training.....
Self Defense is done at least once a year. New members learn something new and veteran members get refreshed. It is also a requirement for the explorer to participate in the Ride-A-Long program. The members are taught self-defense techniques by instructors within our agency.
TRAINING......
First Aid Domestic Violence
Bomb Scene Crash Investigation
Building Searches Suspect Approach
Arrest, Search and Seizure Crime Scene
OHIO Laws Self Defense
Traffic Stops (Felony) Crisis Intervention
First Aid Domestic Violence
Bomb Scene Crash Investigation
Building Searches Suspect Approach
Arrest, Search and Seizure Crime Scene
OHIO Laws Self Defense
Traffic Stops (Felony) Crisis Intervention
