Teens and their parents are invited to the annual informational meeting next Tuesday, Sept. 24, at the Fairfax County Police training facility, 4900 Stonecroft Boulevard, Chantilly, to learn more about Fairfax County Police Explorer Post #1742. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. and runs until 9 p.m.

Explorers serve police departments and their communities across the country and provide young people with opportunities to learn and practice skills that police officers use on a daily basis. Explorers gain experience in fingerprinting, processing crime scenes, staffing special events, and helping officers spread the word about safety and crime prevention.