POLLS INDICATE TIGHT RACE AS ELECTION DAY ARRIVES Thursday, July 24, 2008 Ft. Collins, CO

A just released BOLO/Gallup Poll indicates that today’s election for National Youth Representative for Law Enforcement Exploring is too close to call with all three candidates, Garrett Kissner, 17, of Woodbury, Minn., Chris Prescott, 18, of Everett, Wash., and Ryan Taylor, 18, of Parsippany, N.J., looking to separate themselves in the final moments. Explorer Posts will cast one ballot per post today and can do so at their respective dining halls during all meal periods. The winner will be announced at the closing show on Friday which begins at 7:30 p.m. in Moby Arena – doors will open at 7 p.m. Garrett Kissner has been an Explorer with the Woodbury Department of Public Safety for four years and he is currently a senior at Woodbury High School. “I am extremely dedicated to this program, and I will take the time to listen to everyone’s ideas and requests – and pursue them,” said Kissner. “The explorer program is an amazing program to get involved in, and I want to be the person that can be the voice for everyone.” Chris Prescott has been an Explorer with the Lynnwood Police Department for the past six months, and prior to that he was with the Snohmish County Sheriff’s Office for five years. He graduated from Montesorri High

School in 2008. “I just want people to know that I am dedicated and I have integrity,” said Prescott. “I also take things seriously, but I know that there is a time to play and a time to joke around.” Ryan Taylor has been an Explorer for 2 ½ years and he is a senior at Parsippany Hills High School. “I am looking to unite Explorers nationwide by encouraging publication of the term, ‘Explorers,’ what we stand for, and all of the amazing things we do for our community as well as our nation,” said Taylor. “I am a man

who can produce results.” All three candidates aspire to serve their country by serving in law enforcement. Taylor said he would like to someday be the police chief in his homeown, where he can “really make a difference.” Prescott would either like to join the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office or perhaps even become a U.S. Marshal. Kissner said he would feel honored if he could someday represent the Woodbury Department of Public Safety. Good luck to all the candidates from the BOLO staff!

Garrett Kissner Chris Prescott Ryan Taylor

Favorite Television ShowActor Most Resemble

Favorite FoodHobby

College PlansSiblings

Why should Explorers vote for you?

Friends JAG ScrubsDaniel Craig

ChineseWorking on CarsMetro. State Univ.

“I’m reliable.”1 sister

Kiefer SutherlandMexican

GolfBYU

4 brothers“I will give 100%.”

Matt DamonGrilled Cheese

RunningMorris County College

3 sisters“I can produce results.”

Deputy Sheriff Sonya Matthews of the Kitsap County Sheriff’s Office in Washington is this year’s recipient of the Law Enforcement Explorer Post Advisor Award. Deputy Matthews started her own career as a Cadet with the Kitsap County Cadet-Explorer Post over 15 years ago, and has remained very active with the program ever since. Deputy Matthews served as a cadet-explorer from 1991 through 1994, in which time she held the positions of cadet, cadet-sergeant and post treasurer. Prior to being commissioned as a full-time deputy, Deputy Matthews was a reserve deputy. During this time she also held several key positions, including squad leader, association secretary, and association president. She was recognized as Reserve Deputy of the Year in 2001. Because of her interest in the cadet-explorer program, while still on reserve duty she volunteered to become post advisor. In 2005, Deputy Matthews was selected as the cadet-explorer coordinator/advisor and she has held the position since then. In this position, she supervises four other cadet advisors. She coordinates the roles of these other advisors and is responsible for their squad assignments. She maintains communication with the community and acts as the public relations contact for the post. She also serves on selection and promotion boards, writes tests and quizzes for the cadet, and conducts and supervises inspections. Deputy Matthews donates many hours of her own time to the program, while balancing her other responsibilities as a full-time Deputy Sheriff, and a wife and mother. In 2007, Deputy Matthews led the post to the recognition as the Washington State Law Enforcement Explorer Post of the Year. With her guidance, this group of young people has answered the call to provide service and assistance in the community and act as role models for the youth in the community.

DEPUTY SHERIFF NAMED EXPLORER POST ADVISOR OF THE YEAR

(L-R): Sheriff Steve Boyer, Kitsap County; William Taylor, National Director, Law Enforcement Exploring; Deputy Sheriff Sonya Mat-thews, Kitsap County; and Retired Captain Tim McHenry, San Mateo Sheriff’s Office - the first recipient of the award in 1988.

STAY ALERT, STAY ALIVE! On Friday morning, the ATF, Marshal Service, El Paso County Sheriff’s Office and the 2/135 Aviation Battalion of the Colorado Army National Guard will hold an exposition using live explosives, helicopters, and other dynamic law enforcement tools on the lawn in front of the Lory Student Center. The streets and footpaths surrounding the area will be closed to all pedestrian and automobile traffic between 7 a.m. and 1 p.m. Meridian Avenue, University Avenue and Plum Street surrounding the Lory Student Center will be closed. For safety reasons, please do not bring cellphones, 2-way radios, or other electronic devices to the perimeter surrounding the field.

TODAY’S SCHEDULE

5:30 A.M. Pistol Competition bus departs (breakfast on bus) Parking Lot 115 in front of Westfall Hall, A2 6:00 A.M. – 8:00 A.M. Breakfast Assigned Dining Hall 6:30 A.M. Pistol Competition bus departs (breakfast on bus) Parking Lot 115 in front of Westfall Hall, A2 7:30 A.M. Pistol Competition bus departs Parking Lot 115 in front of Westfall Hall, A2 8:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M. Cast Vote for National Law Enforcement Youth Representative Dining Halls 8:00 A.M. – 9:30 A.M. SEMINARS Clark Building Wing, J6 8:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. INDIVIDUAL EVENTS 8:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. TEAM COMPETITIONS (Orientations) Allison Hall, H1 8:30 A.M. Pistol Competition bus departs Parking Lot 115 in front of Westfall Hall, A2 9:00 A.M. Exploring U.S.A. setup Lory Student Center, Middle/East Ballrooms, I4 9:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M. Cop Shop Lory Student Center, North Ballroom, I-4 9:30 A.M. – 11:30 A.M. Advisor Seminar Lory Student Center, Ramskeller, I4 9:30 A.M. Pistol Competition bus departs Parking Lot 115 in front of Westfall Hall, A2 10:00 A.M. – 11:30 A.M. SEMINARS Clark Building Wing, J6 10:30 A.M. Pistol Competition bus departs (lunch on bus) Parking Lot 115 in front of Westfall Hall, A2 11:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M. Lunch Assigned Dining Hall 1:30 P.M. Pistol Competition bus departs Parking Lot 115 in front of Westfall Hall, A2 1:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M. Exploring U.S.A. Lory Student Center, Middle/East Ballroom, I-4 1:30 P.M. - 3:00 P.M. SEMINARS Clark Building Wing, J6 1:30 P.M. – 4:30 P.M. Advisor Seminar Lory Student Center, Ramskeller, I4 2:30 P.M. Pistol Competition bus departs Parking Lot 115 in front of Westfall Hall, A2 3:30 P.M. Pistol Competition bus departs Parking Lot 115 in front of Westfall Hall, A2 3:30 P.M. – 5:00 P.M. SEMINARS Clark Building Wing, J6 5:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M. Dinner Assigned Dining Hall 5:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M. Youth Elections Assigned Dining Hall 7:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. Academy Reception (by invitation only) Durrell Center, DC Bottoms, B2 9:30 P.M. Jump Club Lory Student Center, West Ballroom, I4

STUDENT RECREATION CENTER

Located west of Moby Arena on the corner ofPlum and Meridian Streets

Monday – Friday 6:00 AM – 8:00 PMSaturday 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Use of the Student Recreation Center is on a shared basis with students and with other conference participants. Participants will need to show a room key or meal card when entering.

TAKE CARE OF YOUR FEET

BLISTER PREVENTION

- WEAR COMFORTABLE, WELL-FIT-TING SHOES AND CLEAN SOCKS- WEAR MOISTURE-OBSERVING

SOCKS- TAPING, PADDING OVER THE AF-FECTED AREA CAN PREVENT THE

FORMATION OF A BLISTER- TREAT HOT SPOTS BEFORE THEY

BECOME A BLISTER WITH MOLE SKIN OR GEL BAND-AIDS.

NO FEMALE EXPLORERS ARE ALLOWED ON MALE FLOORS

REMINDER

NO MALE EXPLORERS ARE ALLOWED ON FEMALE FLOORS

VISIT THE COP SHOP!

Located in the Lory Student Center, North BallroomHours

Monday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.Tues, Wed, & Thurs: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Friday: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

THE BOLO QUESTION OF THE DAYWhat is your favorite cop movie?

“Blue Streak...it’s funny.”

Leslie RiordanExplorer Post #9774St. Louis, Missouri

“The Departed...it’s a great movie.”

Adrian SimoneExplorer Post #805

Montville, N.J.

“Cop and a Half...it has action.”

Kalon Thornton Explorer Post #222

Prince George’s County, MD

“I don’t have any favorite movies, but I like CSI on tv.”

Seung Lee Explorer Post #747

Lacey Police Dept., Wash.

“SWAT...the tactics are cool.”

Waldemar Diaz Explorer Post #818

San Juan, Puerto Rico

“Bad Boys II...because they worktogether as partners.”

Tiffany Pettway Explorer Post #401Mobile, Alabama

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David AusielloEditor-in-Chief

Dennis YoungQuentin Miles

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BOLO CATCHES UP WITH EXPLORERS FROM CALIFORNIA

Explorers from Menlo Park, CA Post 844 are thrilled to be taking part in this year’s conference. Matthew Metteauer (center) enjoys the competition because of “meeting people and seeing the difference in organizational styles of teams from all over the country.” Spen-cer Bruttig’s (left) favorite part about the conference is the chance to “learn from other teams.” Kurt Kaufman (right) is really enjoying the CSU campus, “This is a beautiful campus and so far the food had been great.”

We caught the CBP San Diego Sector Explorers as they were gear-ing up for some exercises on Wednesday morning. Exhausted after a long drive (“We drove for at least 16 hours to get here, but we’re having a good time,” said post member William Estrella, 19), the group was nevertheless excited about competing and representing their post. On the Conference activities, post member Irene Ruiz, 17 said; “I like the experience. You jump right in and get involved and right then and there. There are no second chances.” With those at-titudes and competitive spirit, this squad is sure to impress. THURSDAY MOVIE NIGHT

THE THEATRELORY STUDENT CENTER

10 P.M.

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ALL TEXAS POSTS

WHEN 4 P.M. TONIGHT

WHERECORBETT HALL MEETING ROOM

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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