Sheriff Explorer Post 1692 Starts Ride-Along Program

CAPE MAY – Sheriff Gary Schaffer announced today that the Cape May County BSA Explorer Post 1692 became the first in the Bay Sea District to introduce a ride along program for explorers.
Exploring is a worksite-based program. It is part of Learning for Life’s career education program for young men and women who are 14 (and have completed the eighth grade) through 20 years old.
Exploring’s purpose is to provide experiences that help young people mature and to prepare them to become responsible and caring adults. Explorers are ready to investigate the meaning of interdependence in their personal relationships and communities. The Sheriff’s Explorer post emphasis is on citizenship, life skills, character education, career opportunities and leadership opportunities.
Sheriff Schaffer said, “I am proud that we are the first Explorer Post to take Explorers to the next level by offering this ride along program. It will expose young people to greater opportunities to experience what sheriff officers do.”
I am extremely proud of our Explorer Post. Officer Erick Teasenfitz, who is the principal advisor to the post along with several other sheriff officers, was recognized as Explorer Advisory of the Year by the Bay Sea District of the Boy Scouts of America Program. Officer Teasenfitz was cited for his exceptional character and noteworthy service to the community and Explorer Post 1692.
Explorers have assisted at several county and municipal events including the 4-H fair, Upper Township July 4^th celebration and helping with the McGruff and Eddie Eagle Programs.
Any youths interested in becoming a member of Law Enforcement Explorer Post 1692 should contact Officer Teasenfitz at 465-1306 or 465-2645 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. or you can email Officer Teasenfitz at eteasenfitz@co.cape-may.nj.us. Meetings are held the first and third Wednesdays of the month at 6:00 p.m. in the Superior Court (back entrance).