Explorers raise funds for DC memorial

It is estimated that every 53 hours a law enforcement officer is killed in the line of duty in the United States.

The month of November has seen the tragic loss of 20 officers nationwide; more than any other month in 2016. There have been a total of 132 officers killed in the line of duty in the United States this year.

To honor the ultimate sacrifice made by these men and women, and their families, every year for a week during the month of May, law enforcement officers from all over the United States travel to Washington, D.C., to remember those who gave their lives to serve and protect.

Bonners Ferry Border Patrol Explorer Post No. 190 are currently raising funds in order to be a part of National Law Enforcement Memorial Week in Washington D.C., May 2017.

This weekend, the Explorers will be at the American Legion craft show at the Boundary County fairgrounds on the Dec. 2 and 3. You may purchase from a variety of generously donated hand crafted items or buy raffle tickets to win some great Christmas gifts, including a number of gift certificates from local businesses.

Explorers will have a booth available on Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. 4 p.m.

Additionally, contributions for travel can be made through a GoFundMe account at gofundme.com/explorerpost190. The Explorers have set a goal of $15,000 to cover expenses for nine members to attend the memorial.

Information: borderpatrolexplorerpost190@gmail.com or on Facebook at Bonners Ferry Border Patrol Explorer Post #190.