NPD Explorers

Nogales Police Explorer Post 511 has been serving the City of Nogales since 1985. The program offers young men and women a chance to challenge themselves mentally and physically while working with active members of the Nogales Police Department.

Becoming a Nogales Police Explorer meet every Thursday at the City of Nogales Hall located at 777 N. Grand Avenue.

Once a year the program offers a training course. There, Explorers study Law Enforcement techniques and build physical fitness.

As an Explorer you will......

    *    Get a Nogales Police Explorer Uniform
    *    Work with Police Officers, Detectives, and Supervisors
    *    Learn how to march and be a part of an Explorer Squad
    *    Learn about different units within the Nogales Police Department such as Motors, K9 Unit, S.W.A.T.
            Communications, and many more areas
    *    Practice police tactics such as: Building searches, radio procedures, traffic stops, report writting,
            crime scene investigation, and more

Explorer Requirements....

    *    Be 14 - 21 years of age
    *    Maintain a "C" average or better in school
    *    NO Felony convictions or serious misdemeanor arrests or convictions
    *    Have a strong interest in learning about Law Enforcement

If you're interested in becoming a Nogales Police Explorer, you must be dedicated and attend at least 75 percent of All Explorer functions and meetings.