Military Explorer Post #9044

HAVE THE EXPERIENCE OF A LIFETIME!

What are the Military Explorers?


The Military Explorers is a Boy Scouts of America sponsored program for young men and women ages 14 (and have completed the 8th grade) through 20 years old. There is also an Expoloring Club for youth in 6th to 8th grade.
The purpose of the Military Explorers program is to provide real world career experiences and develop critical skills necessary for success in any branch of the United States Armed Forces and in life.
Our purpose is to help our youth grow both mentally and physically through the United States Military training practies.

Military Explorers participate in many activities:

  • Flag Etiquette and Patriotism
  • Rappelling
  • Land Navigation
  • First Aid Training
  • Leadership Development
  • Community Service
  • Tactical Training
  • Physical Fitness Training
  • Recreational Activities
  • Survival Training
  • Rifle Skills and Weapons Safety Training

MILITARY EXPLORER CADET PROGRAM


MISSION STATEMENT:

It is the mission of the Explorer Military Cadet Program to encourage growth in today’s youth, both mentally and physically, through the means of the United States Military establishment.
Americas future lies in her youth, and these youth must strive for continuous growth and wisdom through their self-determination and education. The Explorer Military Cadet Program will provide that means of education through activities and events that will strive to build, self-esteem, moral character, leadership, teamwork, and positive growth experiences.
The Explorer Military Cadet Program strives to accomplish these positive and educational training opportunities by utilizing those resources provided by individuals and the communities they belong to. Through coordinated efforts with local organizations and their members, the Explorer Military Cadet Program will succeed in bringing about quality opportunities for growth.
The Explorer Military Cadet Program therefore reaffirms its dedication and commitment to today’s youth, in whom, tomorrow’s future lies.

EXPLORERS' CREED


  • Leading by example.
  • Doing PT wil make me strong physically and mentally.
  • Repecting all people at all times.
  • Strength is in my team.
  • Honor and integrity is my way of life.
  • I am an Explorer.
  • Performing my duties in a Military manner.

NIGHTHAWKS LEAD THE WAY!

Warrior Ethos


  • I will always place the mission first.
  • I will never accept defeat.
  • I will never quit.
  • I will never leave a fallen comrade.

SOLDIERS' CREED


I am an American Soldier.
I am a Warrior and a member of a team. I serve the people of the United States and live the Army Values.
I will always plave the mission first.
I will never accept defeat.
I will never quit.
I will never leave a fallen comrade.
I am disciplined, physically and mentally tough, trained and proficient in my warrior tasks and drills.
I always maintain my arms, my equipment and myself.
I am an expert and I am a professional.
I stand ready to deply, engage, and destroy the enemies of the United States of America in close combat.
I am a guardian of freedom and the American way of life.

I AM AN AMERICAN SOLDIER.

TRAINING


E-2 Skills

Study Guide

E-3 Skills

Study Guide

E-4 Skills

Study Guide



E-5 Skills

Study Guide

E-6 and Beyond

Cadets may strive to earn rank above and beyond E-5

HARD WORK Reaps Rewards

Cadets demonstrating high levels of knowledge and leadership may work towards officer ranks.

FUN


What we do

Field Training Exercises

Field Training Exercises

Explorers participate in camping trips (FTX). Here they are able to expand upon their classroom training.

Rank Promotions

Rank Promotions

Explorers receive rank promotion after successfully completing board requirements.

Color Guard

Color Guard

Cadets present the colors at various ceremonies throughout the year.


Upcoming Events

*** Pick Up @ American Legion Post #26 Dinner Provided Family and Friends are WELCOME ***
20-May-2019
1630 - 1800
National Veteran's Awareness Ride Color Guard
Memorial Park Cemetery
1022 East 39th Street
Davenport, Iowa 52807
Uniform: TBD

23-May-2019
1830 - 2100
Regular Meeting
Army Reserve Center
3440 North Division Street
Davenport, Iowa 52806
Uniform: ACU/BDU

*** Family and Friends are encouraged to help ***
25-May-2019
0800 - 1030
Flag Detail
Memorial Park Cemetery
1022 East 39th Street
Davenport, Iowa 52807
Uniform: PT Gear - Dress appropriately for weather NO SANDALS

*** Family and Friends are invited ***
26-May-2019
1330 - 1430
Memorial Sunday Services Color Guard
Memorial Park Cemetery
1022 East 39th Street
Davenport, Iowa 52807
Uniform: TBD

30-May-2019
1830 - 2100
Regular Meeting
Army Reserve Center
3440 North Division Street
Davenport, Iowa 52806
Uniform: ACU/BDU

*** Pick Up Sunday 06/02 @ 1100 American Legion Post #26 ** PANCAKE BREAKFAST ** ***
31-May-2019
1730 -
Field Training Exercise (FTX)
Loud Thunder (Meet @ Army Reserve Center)
3440 North Division Street
Davenport, Iowa 52806
Uniform: BDU

02-June-2019
0730 - 1100
Pancake Breakfast
American Legion Post #26
702 W 35th Street
Davenport, Iowa 52806
Uniform: ACU/BDU

06-June-2019
1830 - 2100
Regular Meeting
Army Reserve Center
3440 North Division Street
Davenport, Iowa 52806
Uniform: ACU/BDU

13-June-2019
1830 - 2100
Regular Meeting
Army Reserve Center
3440 North Division Street
Davenport, Iowa 52806
Uniform: ACU/BDU

20-June-2019
1830 - 2100
Regular Meeting
Army Reserve Center
3440 North Division Street
Davenport, Iowa 52806
Uniform: ACU/BDU

CONTACT

Contact us and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.

Davenport, IA, US

info@militaryexplorers.com