Police Services
Explorers Post #685
The Sunnyside Police Department developed the Explorer post in 1982, chartered by the Boys Scouts of America.
The purpose of the explorers is to provide teenagers from the age of 14-21 the opportunity to experience the daily job functions of police officers. Explorers are able to ride with police officers and assist in some of the job functions such as report writing, traffic control, and certain security events. Through their experience and training, the explorers make themselves more marketable to enter the law enforcement profession.
Explorers are able to attend a police academy, which is similar to that of regular police officers. This training is a week long and provides them with training in report writing, traffic stops, building searches, traffic accident investigations, and numerous other topics. Above all, it provides an opportunity to meet others from around the state.
Currently the explorer post consists of approximately 14 members who are actively involved in the community. The members of the post participate in crime prevention awareness week, child fingerprinting, as well as providing security for downtown events. For fun members of the post have a yearly retreat. This may involve camping, swimming, etc.
If you are between the age of 14-21 and are interested in becoming a member of the Sunnyside Police Department, an application can be picked up at the Law and Justice Center located at 401 Homer Street.
The Explorer advisor is Officer Scott Orate. For more information he can be contacted at:
Scott Orate , Officer
401 Homer St
Sunnyside WA 98944
(509) 837-2120
