Explorer Post 85 is a member of the Knox Trail Council of the Boy Scouts, sponsored by the Westborough Firefighters Association. Members are involved in fire, emergency service and community outreach activities. Post 85 shows their members how to train for public emergencies such as fire and emergency services. Members are real-life backups to these town service department's. They also hold various events throughout the year, including the popular Ski Swap every December. Members must be 15 years old or have completed the 8th grade.