KDPS Explorer Post #265

08/19/2025

Episode 2 of our mini series, Badge In The Making, is out! Check out the interview with one of our veteran PSO's who was once an Explorer!

07/14/2025

Check out our newest series where we interview some of our former KDPS Explorers about their careers at KDPS!

02/07/2025

As we begin our training for the 2025 State Competition, we wanted to look back on a few of our favorite moments from 2024. Thanks to all of our amazing Explorers for putting in some hard work this past year!

11/29/2023

Congratulations to all of our Explorers who received awards tonight! A special congrats for the following awards/promotions:
- Explorer of the Year - Explorer Sgt. Priest
- The promotion of Explorer Sgt. Bickings

05/22/2023

We had a great time helping out at the 2023 Bike Rodeo this past week!

If you're a youth looking to volunteer in your community and have an interest in law enforcement, fire fighting or EMS, reach out today!

11/23/2022

Stop out for our next meeting!

11/12/2022

Interested in becoming an Explorer for KDPS? Click on the link below for more information!

The Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety Explorer Post is comprised of young adults from the age range of 14 to 21 who are interested in law enforcement, fire fighting, or other leadership style careers. The mission of the Explorer Program is to build self-confidence in our Explorers, while laying....

11/12/2022

Congratulations to our Explorers! They have put in so much dedication and time this year into training and volunteer events. We wanted to note a few of the specific awards/promotions that we celebrated at the awards ceremony this past week:
- Explorer of the Year - K. Fulton
- Sergeant - M. Wadas
- Sergeant - N. Priest

We are thankful for the time and commitment of the Explorers and families. Looking forward to start training for the next State Competition!

02/02/2022

Hello!

This is the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety's BRAND NEW Explorer Post page! A program for today's teens ages 14-21 to get involved in a career path and gain some leadership experience. Stay tuned for more information!