Pre-defined operations with clear objectives and deliverables. Pick one. Execute. File your AAR.
Choose an operation that fits your situation. Start with something small and achievable.
Complete the operation. Produce the deliverable. Document your process.
File an AAR (After-Action Report): What, Action, Evidence, Cost, Next.
Complete one operation with a passing AAR to reach L1 Operator status. See the full standard →
Operations scale from quick solo tasks to extended crew projects. Start small, build capability, then tackle larger scope.
First operations. Single session, clear deliverable, immediate feedback. Most catalog ops are this tier.
Multi-session operations requiring planning, execution across days, and coordination with others.
Extended projects requiring sustained coordination. Formation members only. Crew Lead graduation requirement.
The progression: Average citizen → Muster drills → Starter operations → Standard operations → Advanced crew projects → Modern Minuteman.
Objective: Ensure your household can communicate if primary channels (cell, internet) fail.
Deliverable: Protocol card with backup channels, contact order, and test date.
Kit: Phone, notebook, printer or PDF export.
AAR: What backup system did you establish? Evidence of protocol card. Cost in time. Next: schedule monthly test.
Objective: Map nearby suppliers for one category: water, fuel, or first-aid.
Deliverable: List of 5 vendors with hours, contact info, and pricing snapshot.
Kit: Map app, phone, spreadsheet.
AAR: Which category did you map? Evidence of vendor list. Cost in time. Next: expand to second category or add pricing alerts.
Objective: Create a chain of contact for 10 people and establish a monthly test schedule.
Deliverable: Roster document + calendar invite for monthly test.
Kit: Contacts app, calendar.
AAR: How many people in your tree? Evidence of roster. Cost in time. Next: run first test, document results.
Objective: Observe one court session and document three findings about how the system operates.
Deliverable: AAR with observations and next step.
Kit: Notebook, checklist (provided in HQ).
AAR: Which court? What did you observe? Evidence of notes. Cost in time. Next: share with crew or plan return visit.
Objective: Walk one public location using CPTED principles (Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design). Produce three recommendations.
Deliverable: One-page report emailed to property owner or municipality.
Kit: Camera, email, map.
AAR: Which location? What did you recommend? Evidence of report and sent email. Cost in time. Next: follow up on response.
Objective: Collect five real commitments from people willing to participate in a bulk purchase.
Deliverable: One-page plan with quantities, vendor, and pickup logistics.
Kit: Form (paper or digital), spreadsheet, email.
AAR: What product category? How many commitments? Evidence of plan. Cost in time. Next: execute first order or expand to more participants.
Yes. The catalog operations are starting points. If you have something specific to your situation, discuss it on a Saturday call. The requirements are the same:
