Seeking a deeper understanding of the operations that keep Larimer County safe? The Sheriff's Office is now accepting applicants for its Spring 2026 Citizens Academy, as seen on the official county website. Slated to start on February 10 and span until May 5, the program offers a schedule of evening classes every Tuesday and one comprehensive Saturday field day.
The curriculum is set to cover a gamut of law enforcement topics, from K9 and SWAT operations to jail programs and drug task force strategies. Aspiring participants must be Larimer County residents or business owners, over the age of 18, and cannot have any felony convictions or misdemeanors within the past three years. Each Tuesday session will run from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., while the special field day will extend from an early 8 a.m. to a full 5 p.m., as detailed by the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office.
Participants will engage directly with deputies and professional staff who lead key areas of LCSO, offering a unique hands-on learning experience. "The academy capacity is limited and fills up fast," warns the county's announcement, as per the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office, emphasizing the exclusivity of this educational opportunity. Among the highlights is the promised field day, which invites students to immerse themselves in simulated real-life scenarios, including simulated ammunition shooting and traffic stops.
A nominal fee of $35 covers all student materials, along with meals on field day and at the graduation ceremony. According to the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office, while dove-tailing into real-world policing situations through live scenarios dressed in the badge of a student explorer during field day is undoubtedly a major draw. Ensuring that a tailored, in-depth experience greets every participant, space is unsurprisingly capped for this deep dive into the world of Larimer County law enforcement. Those looking to apply can seek further details and complete their application at the provided link.
