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 singe day event as part of the 4 day total purpose-driven, capability-building, standards-based training with Able Shepherd in the great state of Maine. 

*NOTE* - If you completed the Patrol Training - you are elligable to participate in this training.  

*Prerequisite* - Must complete training on October 8th in order to partake.  

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

This one day event - Patrol Part 3 - LIVE Fire Test, and Live Fire Patrol in the Woods Event.  

• Live-fire patrol tactics executed in wooded, close terrain
• Confirm and refine your zero from 100 to 400+ yards - Practice and Test
• Build accuracy and speed under a real time standard, not a suggestion

 

Pass the designated Patrol Rifle test to earn your “P” endorsementPass, and your Able Shepherd Challenge Coin carries proof that isn't just talk.

Let’s get to work.

CODE OF CONDUCT - Please Read Before Signing Up

*IF you have already tested and looking to participate in the LIVE fire patrol event and a Re-Test - This is also for you! 

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Schedule:

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

Investment

$875

Additional: Participants are responsible for:

• Travel arrangements

• Firearms (Patrol) GEAR PAGE

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

• Food

• 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.