Special Events

Our special events are a great way to hone your skills, network with our community, and enjoy the full spectrum of our program.

Specialized Training

Our specialized training events are held throughout the year for Able Shepherd Certified members to participate.  These events provide advanced on-location training and tactics.

Community Gatherings

We often host events that are open to the public!  These are a great way to meet new people, network with our community, and learn more about the program.

Fundraisers and Benefits

Building a positive future is the cornerstone of our program and we are always looking to host benefits for companies and causes we believe in.

Quarterly Events

Every quarter throughout the year we host special events for our community.  From camping adventures, excursions in nature, or special family gatherings, we do it all.

May, 2023

 

5/26: The MIX -Community Event

Throughout the year we offer special events that are open to our cummity, and the public.  These events feature special guest speakers, special training models, and plenty of mingling with our community.

GUEST SPEAKER: TBD

WHEN: Friday, May 26th from 6:00pm – 8:00pm
WHERE: Summit Church
7200 S Clinton St, Centennial, CO 80112
COST: FREE for members, $10 per non-member

WHO: Open to our members and the public.

Click HERE to register

Email info@ableshepherd.com for details.

 

 

 

5/29: MURPH Challenge & Memorial Day Community Gathering & BBQ

Join us this Memorial Day to honor a fallen hero, Navy SEAL Michael Murphy, as we participate in the official MURPH Challenge.

This is a family-focused event, where you can participate in the workout, or just come to hang out with friends and family, enjoy some great BBQ, and honor those that have fallen for our country.

WHEN: Monday, May 29th
WHERE: Private location, Elizabeth, CO
COST: Free to participate, cost for registering into the challenge.

WHO: This family-fun community event is open to members and the public!

Click HERE to register!

Email info@ableshepherd.com for questions or more details.

Learn more about the Michael Murphy Foundation HERE

 

 

 

June, 2023

 

6/2: Patrol Sight-In - Special Training Event Prep

This Class is an opportunity for students to sight in or confirm sight in of their patrol platform rifles. The objective is for all students to confirm zeroing per their specific optics at distances consistent of 100 up to 400 yards.

Hour 1
There will be a maximum of 10 students shooting at one time, all on one line and will only move down range with the line cold to tape targets downrange
Students will sight their rifles at 100 yards.
Students will refine sight in between 100 and 200 yard zero per their optic.

Hour 2
There will be a maximum of 10 students shooting at one time, all on one line and will only move down range to set and pick up steel targets with a cold range.
Students will move to the longer range berms to confirm and practice shooting at 150 yards, 200 yards, 300 yards, 400 yards. Positions for shooting will be Bench, Standing, Kneeling, and Prone.

WHEN: Friday June 2,  12:00pm – 3:00pm
WHERE: Ben Lomond Gun Club
COST: $0

WHO: Must be Able Shepherd Certified status in current standing AND be in process of obtaning the Patrol endorsement.

Click HERE to register.

Email info@ableshepherd.com for details.

 

 

 

6/9 - 6/10: Patrol 3 - Special Training Event

Back by popular demand for 2023: PATROL.

There will be three levels of this cirriculum, aimed at learning skills to reach targets further through advanced techniques in the wild.

This is the third in the required series, Patrol #3
**Participants that successfully pass the standard will be eligible for the “P” (Patrol) Endorsement on Able Shepherd coin.

WHEN: Friday June 9 and Saturday June 10th,  7:00am to 2:00pm
WHERE: Private Location, Elizabeth, CO
COST: $200

WHO: Must be Able Shepherd Certified status in current standing AND have successfully complete Patrol 1 AND Patrol 2

Click HERE to register.

Email info@ableshepherd.com for details.

 

 

 

6/11: Summer Sundays - Kids Motorcycle Workshops

These Sunday afternoon events are fun for the whole family. Join us with your kiddos and their mini bikes to learn and practice riding around a private property.

There are limited spots available so please be sure to sign up each rider. 

Gear Required:
1. Each participant must bring their own off-road motorcycle
2. Protective Gear (ie. boots, helmet)
3. Signed Waiver for property owner

WHEN: Sunday June 11th from 2:00pm – 5:00pm
WHERE: Private Location, Elizabeth, CO
COST: FREE

WHO: Open to our Members and the general Public

Click HERE to register.

Email info@ableshepherd.com for details.

 

 

6/17: First Aid CPR AED Class

Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED is geared towards anyone with little or no medical training who needs a course completion card for their job, regulatory (e.g., OSHA), or other requirements or anyone who wants to be prepared for an emergency in any setting. Upon successful completion of the course, students receive a course completion card, valid for two years. Please contact your employer to ensure that you are selecting the correct course.
Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED is a classroom, video-based, instructor-led course that teaches students critical skills needed to respond to and manage a first aid, choking or sudden cardiac arrest emergency in the first few minutes until emergency medical services (EMS) arrives. Students learn skills such as how to treat bleeding, sprains, broken bones, shock and other first aid emergencies. This course also teaches adult CPR and AED use.

WHEN: Saturday, June 17th from 9:00am – 5:00pm
WHERE: Able Shepherd Headquarters
COST: $140

WHO: Open to our Members and the general Public

Click HERE to register.

Email info@ableshepherd.com for details.

 

 

July, 2023

 

7/8: Patrol 1 - Special Training Event

Back by popular demand for 2023: PATROL.

There will be three levels of this cirriculum, aimed at learning skills to reach targets further through advanced techniques in the wild.

We are all familiar with Open Terrain (think outdoor range lanes), Close Terrain is a term used to describe an area with obstructions (trees, buildings, etc.). When patrolling through close terrain there are specific proven terms and tactics that are critical to know, understand and implement.

This is the first in the required series.

WHEN: Saturday, July 8th 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
WHERE: Private Location, Elizabeth, CO
COST: $200

WHO: Must be Able Shepherd Certified status in current standing

Click HERE to register.

Email info@ableshepherd.com for details.

 

 

 

7/10-7/14: Men's Mission #001: What is a Man?

MEN’S MISSION – JULY 2023

What is a Man?

Foundational Leadership for Safer Communities Seminar

What: A five-day, four-night mission. The objective of this mission is you. Not the current-culture version of you, the true version of you that is desperately needed by your family, your community and our nation.

topics to be covered: What is a man? Not our definition… You will leave with yours.

Public speaking – Gratitude and Perspective – Vision versus mission – Communication Mid-level confrontation – Find your calling – Leadership Skills – Team building Basic Orienteering – Fire-starting – Camping and Hiking 101.

An overnight experience in the wilderness will not be required, but will be highly encouraged. essential gear will be provided.

Who: Men, 18 and older, who are looking for more out of this life, and feel a calling to get started.

When: Monday, July 10, @ 2 PM through Friday, July 14, @ 2 PM where: Glen Eyrie, Christian Event Center, Colorado Springs, Colorado

Why: The world is mass-marketing lies that are absolutely destructive to men. It’s no surprise that many have come to believe the lies about our identity, our purpose, and our destiny. We are re-purposing men. Your Father wants to meet with you and remind you of the truth about you. We have been called (and we are honored) to arrange the meeting.

Cost: $777

Through generous donors there are a limited number of scholarships available. If receiving this type of scholarship is necessary for you to be part of this life-changing experience, please contact us directly to complete a simple application.

 

Enrollment Steps: Contact Melissa at info@ableshepherd.com or 720-440-4233 to confirm availability, provide your contact information, and receive your unique confirmation code for registration.

 

 

 

7/15: Training at Longmont Police Range

SESSION 3: Two Person Entry and Clearance

Course Description: In this course students will be presented with the necessary skills and knowledge to perform and understand the 3 handgun safety rules, drawing from a holster and engaging targets at various distances.  Additionally, students will be presented with the skills to engage with live adversaries in reality based scenarios making split second decisions in order to defend themselves while moving through multiple rooms.

Who: Responsible citizens, beginner to advanced, who are looking for a realistic application of shooting skills. Max: 10 Students

What: 4 sessions this year, each with Live-fire and Reality Based Training Simulations, designed to be taken individually or progressively to complement the next session.

When: Saturday, July 15th from 1pm to 6pm (5 hrs)

Where: Longmont Police Department and Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Range and Training Center,

10916 County Road 5, Longmont, CO 80504

COST: $225 per person

 

Click HERE to register

Email info@ableshepherd.com for details.

 

SAVE THE DATE – Next Training Events:

OCT 14- Session 4: HOSTAGE RESCUE

**Each class progressively builds on the last, but is basic enough to be taken as a stand alone.

 

 

 

7/22: Breaching - Special Training Event

A brand new cirriculum for 2023: Breaching.
What if that door is locked?  This course will teach multiple methods for entry including using manual breaching tools and shotgun.

WHEN: Saturday, July 22nd from 10:00am – 2:00pm
WHERE: Private Location, Elizabeth, CO
COST: $300

WHO: Must be Able Shepherd Certified status in current standing.

Click HERE to register.

Email info@ableshepherd.com for details.

 

 

7/23: Summer Sundays - Kids Motorcycle Workshops

These Sunday afternoon events are fun for the whole family. Join us with your kiddos and their mini bikes to learn and practice riding around a private property.

There are limited spots available so please be sure to sign up each rider. 

Gear Required:
1. Each participant must bring their own off-road motorcycle
2. Protective Gear (ie. boots, helmet)
3. Signed Waiver for property owner

WHEN: Sunday July 23rd from 2:00pm – 5:00pm
WHERE: Private Location, Elizabeth, CO
COST: FREE

WHO: Open to our Members and the general Public

Click HERE to register.

Email info@ableshepherd.com for details.

 

 

7/25: The MIX -Community Event

Throughout the year we offer special events that are open to our cummity, and the public.  These events feature special guest speakers, special training models, and plenty of mingling with our community.

GUEST SPEAKER: TBD

WHEN: Tuesday July 25th from 6:00pm – 8:00pm
WHERE: Summit Church
7200 S Clinton St, Centennial, CO 80112
COST: FREE for members, $10 per non-member

WHO: Open to our members and the public.

Click HERE to register

Email info@ableshepherd.com for details.

 

 

 

August, 2023

 

8/18: Patrol Sight-in - Special Training Event

Back by popular demand for 2023: PATROL.

This Class is an opportunity for students to sight in or confirm sight in of their patrol platform rifles. The objective is for all students to confirm zeroing per their specific optics at distances consistent of 100 up to 400 yards.

Hour 1
There will be a maximum of 10 students shooting at one time, all on one line and will only move down range with the line cold to tape targets downrange
Students will sight their rifles at 100 yards.
Students will refine sight in between 100 and 200 yard zero per their optic.

Hour 2
There will be a maximum of 10 students shooting at one time, all on one line and will only move down range to set and pick up steel targets with a cold range.
Students will move to the longer range berms to confirm and practice shooting at 150 yards, 200 yards, 300 yards, 400 yards. Positions for shooting will be Bench, Standing, Kneeling, and Prone.

WHEN: Friday, August 18th 12:00pm – 3:00pm
WHERE: Ben Lomond Gun Club
COST: FREE

WHO: Must be Able Shepherd Certified status in current standing and have completed Patrol 1.

Click HERE to register.

Email info@ableshepherd.com for details.

 

 

 

8/19: Patrol 2 - Special Training Event

Back by popular demand for 2023: PATROL.

There will be three levels of this cirriculum, aimed at learning skills to reach targets further through advanced techniques in the wild.

We are all familiar with Open Terrain (think outdoor range lanes), Close Terrain is a term used to describe an area with obstructions (trees, buildings, etc.). When patrolling through close terrain there are specific proven terms and tactics that are critical to know, understand and implement.

This is the second course in the Patrol series.

WHEN: Saturday, August 19th 4:00pm – 8:00pm
WHERE: Private Location, Elizabeth, CO
COST: $200

WHO: Must be Able Shepherd Certified status in current standing and have completed Patrol 1.

Click HERE to register.

Email info@ableshepherd.com for details.

 

 

 

New Events Coming Soon!

Stay tuned for more updates.

 

Chris Waterman
Chris Waterman
2023-02-08
Best training! Don't delay, do it.
John Orefice
John Orefice
2022-10-15
Absolutely the best training offered to the general public.
Tom L.
Tom L.
2022-03-17
Best personal protection training program you will find. If you want to protect yourself, your family, and your community this is the place to learn, practice, and grow. Great people, great facility, and great training. Take the introductory POP (protect our people) class and you’ll understand.
Alex J Moore
Alex J Moore
2022-01-25
So glad to have found out about Able Shepherd from a good friend of mine. I took the POP (Protecting Our People) half day course and was amazed by the organization, professionalism, and breath of skills taught and practiced. I hope to be returning soon to continue my training.
Becky Griess
Becky Griess
2021-07-31
Can you truly say you would know what to do in a situation where you had to protect yourself, loved ones or even a stranger? A year and a half ago I would have flippantly said “Oh sure” but truly being afraid of my own shadow. After taking the POP Class and beginning my journey in the Able Shepherd program, I look back and see how naïve I truly was. I have gotten more out of life, live more confidently and feel more secure when I am with my child and by myself from the training and relationships that have been built in this program. When Jimmy, the Able Shepherd Staff and members say, “Come for the training, stay for the family”, every ounce of this is true. I encourage everyone to at least take the POP class. You can never go wrong with Able Shepherd’s training.
Chad Allen
Chad Allen
2021-07-31
The best training you can get anywhere! Trust me the training is great but the fellowship puts it over the top!!
Joe Davis
Joe Davis
2021-07-23
The Able Shepherd team has taken my training to a whole new level with respect to uniformity, safety and accuracy in a professional and respectful environment. If you want the best in firearms training look no further than Able Shepherd!
RIDDICK Erickson
RIDDICK Erickson
2021-07-23
Ive been through the Able Shepherd program and have been being trained by the instructor's for some time now. Never once have i left a class and not learned somthing new. It really is the most applicable training to civilian life iv ever seen. Including personal protection, self defence with all weapons types and family protection. It makes a fire arm a capability not just another untrained tool.
Chad Szpunar
Chad Szpunar
2021-07-23
The Able Shepherd training program is outstanding. The entire staff is extremely knowledgeable and helpful. Not only do I feel the training received is unparalleled , but they also deliver it in such a way that creates a community based atmosphere to the program, which makes you feel as if you’re part of something special. I would highly recommend the Able Shepherd program to anyone who is looking to learn the importance and skills of protecting yourself, your family, and others around you.

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