Save the Date… Maine Event 2026

For the second time, we are opening this premier training experience to responsible citizens or Law Enforcement or Trainers ready to step forward.

This isn’t just another class.
This is a 4 day purpose-driven, capability-building, standards-based training with Able Shepherd in the great state of Maine.

Lead Trainer - Jimmy Graham

Nationally recognized expert in emergency readiness and community safety, particularly in responding to active shooter situations and violent threats. A veteran U.S. Navy SEAL and CIA Protective Officer for (GRS), Jimmy brings a lifetime of real-world experience to the mission of protecting others.

Who

Anyone ready to sharpen their edge, responsible citizens or Law Enforcement or Trainers ready to step forward.

If you are Able Shepherd Phase 4 Certified, you will have the opportunity to test, pass, and earn official endorsements on your coin, if you are not Able Shepherd certified - "Bragging Rights" 

Where

Milford, Maine (See Below for Lodging)

A focused training environment. Serious work. No distractions.

Address will be provided after September 1st to registrants.

Why/What

Because capability matters.

In today’s world, you must ask yourself:

• What is my role in an emergency?

• Patrol - Testable Standard — 400 yards and in with small unit patrol tactics

• Overwatch Testable Standard — 600 yards and in.

• Entries — How do we move through structures as a disciplined team?

This week is about answering those questions with skill, confidence, and standards.

Let’s get to work.

CODE OF CONDUCT - Please Read Before Signing Up

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Schedule:

October 6-9, 2026

10/5 – Suggested Arrival Day
Arrival in Milford, Maine (best place to fly in is Bangor, Maine)

10/6 – Entries Training
• Work in the 3,000sqft indoor shoothouse
• Team movement
• Structure clearing standards

10/7 – Overwatch Day Testable Standard, 600 yards and in
• Overwatch Class
• Overwatch LIVE
• Confirm Sighted
• PLE Standards
• Overwatch Test

10/8 – Patrol Skills Day Testable Standard, 400yards and in with small unit patrol skills
• Patrol Fundamentals
• Patrol SIM (Force on Force)
• Final Training Exercise (FTX) - SIMUNITION (Force On Force)
• De-escalation - Then, Campfire Discussion

10/9 – Patrol - Testable Standard 400 Yards and in
• Patrol Test
• Patrol LIVE Fire Movement

10/10 – Suggested Travel Home

Investment

$3,500

Additional: Participants are responsible for:

• Travel arrangements

• Firearms (Patrol / Overwatch) GEAR PAGE

• Ammunition (Can arrange ammunition to be on site for you)

• SIM rounds (Required to be Purchased on location 10/6/2026)

• Food

• *Some Snacks, Water, Food the night of De-Escalaiton and Campfire will be provided

• Lodging

• Free on-site camping / stay in climate controlled shoothouse available (contact us for details)
• Hotels and accommodations available near the training location:
• Black Bear Inn.
• Milford Motel
• *Other hotels are available in Bangor 

Payment & Refund Policy

• Full payment due no later than June 1

• 95% refund if cancelled before July 1

• 50% refund if cancelled between July 1 – September 1

• No refunds after September 1

GO / NO GO date: August 31
Minimum 10 participants | Maximum 30 participants

Important: Please wait to purchase plane tickets until after September 1 (following the August 31 GO/NO GO confirmation).

This is more than training.
It’s standards.
It’s responsibility.
It’s capability.

If you’re ready, we’ll see you in Maine.

For questions or to reserve your spot, please reach out directly.