Boy Scout Explorer Post 61
(Working With C.A.P. TN-185)

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.

Exploring is based on a unique and dynamic relationship between youth and the organizations in their communities. Local community organizations initiate a specific Explorer post by matching their people and program resources to the interests of young people in the community. The result is a program of activities that helps youth pursue their special interests, grow, and develop.

Exploring programs are based on five areas of emphasis: career opportunities, life skills, citizenship, character education, and leadership experience.

Mission Statement

It is the mission of Learning for Life to enable young people to become responsible individuals by teaching positive character traits, career development, leadership, and life skills so they can make ethical choices and achieve their full potential

Vision Statement

Learning for Life strives to be the foremost co-educational youth program for character and career development

Career Opportunities

• Develop potential contacts that may broaden employment options
• Boost self-confidence and experience success at school and work

Life Skills

• Develop physical and mental fitness
• Experience positive social interaction

Citizenship

• Encourage the skill and desire to help others
• Gain a keen respect for the basic rights of others

Character Education

• Help make ethical choices
• Fulfill one's responsibilities to society as a whole

Leadership Experience

• Acquire leadership skills necessary to fulfill one's responsibilities in society

• Develop a variety of leadership traits

Young adults involved in Exploring will

• Gain practical knowledge of and experience in a career

• Engage in a program of activities centered on career opportunities, life skills, citizenship, character development, and leadership experience to encourage the development of the whole person

• Have opportunities to take on leadership roles

• Have a chance to learn and grow in a supportive, caring, and enjoyable environment