Location:

Paso Robles Event Center (Mid State Fairgrounds) located in Paso Robles, North of San Luis Obispo. The fairgrounds are conveniently located just off Highway 46 East and US 101, making for easy access from any direction.

Download the Information Packet including all the forms, directions and information needed to apply!

OVERVIEW:

The Eighth Annual Central Coast Law Enforcement Explorer Competition will again be very demanding on the physical and mental capabilities of each Explorer. The events are designed to test the strengths and limitations of a person's intelligence, personality, demeanor and physical abilities, as well as dedication and conviction to the Explorer Program.

Explorers are given the opportunity to test their skills in real life situations including:

• Felony Stops
• DUI Stops
• Vehicle Searches
• Building Searches
• Domestic Violence Situations

They are challenged in both daylight and night time scenarios. The competition will test the Explorers physical abilities and teamwork through obstacle courses, relay races, and a tug of war. Mental abilities are tested through a variety of events including a medical scenario, a Law Enforcement Entry Level Written Exam and an Oral Board Panel.

Trophies will be awarded for 1st through 5th place in each event with 1st through 5th place for overall. All participants are encouraged to participate in every event. Points are earned in each event for overall trophies.

This year we will be giving out a minimum of $5,000.00 in scholarships. Scholarship interviews will be conducted of the top ten qualifiers to determine who will receive the scholarships.

There are numerous hotels in the area that provide a government rate, and space is available at a discounted rate at the fairgrounds for both tent camping and RV's (hook-ups available). For those utilizing motels, be sure to make reservations early, and advise the reservation desk you are with the Competition. Please make lodging reservations early as they tend to fill up fast.

FEES:

The cost of this 3 day event is $115.00 per Explorer and $75.00 per Advisor. Each post must have at least one paid advisor in attendance. Each entry fee includes 1 complementary event shirt, 1 ticket for the Friday night dinner (beverage included), 1 ticket for the Saturday night Tri-Tip or Chicken BBQ (beverage included) and the costume dance and social to follow. (Awards will be given out for costumes, i.e. best dressed, most unusual, scariest, etc...) Additional dinners for Friday and Saturday nights can be purchased in advance.