These opportunities are enhanced by the influence of capable adults and structured activities. Exploring activities are interdependent group experiences. Success depends on the cooperation of all. Recognition of achievement. Recognition might come through formal awards, but it also is achieved through the acknowledgment by peers and adults of a young person's competence and abilities.
Explorer posts provide exposure to democratic ideals and skills that are needed throughout life.
Curiosity, exploration, and adventure. Curiosity is encouraged and a sense of exploration and adventure is developed through new experiences that provide opportunities for youth to acquire new skills and participate in action-oriented activities. Every Explorer post specializes in a specific career program area. More than 100 different specialties have been organized, ranging from accounting to zoology. Some specialty programs, such as the following, have grown to include a national committee, activities, and staff support.