Gulf Ridge Council Exploring

Exploring is a co-ed, worksite-based program of Learning for Life, a subsidiary of the Boy Scouts of America, for young men and women who are 14 through 20 years old. Exploring units, called "posts", usually have a focus on a single career field, such as police, fire/rescue, health, law, aviation, engineering, or the like, and may be sponsored by a government or business entity.

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

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


Learning for Life 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.

The Explorer Motto
"Our best today for a better tomorrow!"