2023 Fall Citizens Academy applications open
Larimer County community members are invited to get a behind-the-scenes look at local emergency services and law enforcement operations.
The Larimer County Sheriff’s Office is now accepting applications for the Fall 2023 Citizens Academy. The program will start September 7 and run through November 23. Classes will meet from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Thursday nights for 12 classes and one Saturday field day from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. No classes are scheduled the week of Thanksgiving.
The academy is designed to give community members an overview of the operations of LCSO. Topics and demonstrations include patrol operations, K9, bomb squad/terrorism, major case investigations, crime scene investigation, wildland firefighting, search and rescue, dive rescue, SWAT and hostage negotiations, dispatch, school resource officers, co-responders, drug task force, jail, and an introduction to the Sheriff and his command staff. The topics are presented by deputies, professional staff, and commanders responsible for each area.
One of the highlights of the academy is field day, during which attendees participate in live scenarios. The scenarios include responding to calls involving live shooting with simulated ammunition, making traffic stops, building searches, and processing a mock crime scene.
The academy is limited to 40 students and fills up fast. Visit https://www.larimer.gov/sheriff/quick-links/get-involved/citizens-academy for more information and to register. All applicants must be at least 18 years old and a resident or business owner in Larimer County. The fee for the academy is $30 which covers to cost of a student t-shirt, materials, and lunch served at field day.
