# Event Details - **Event Name**: Ghost Tactics: Mobile Anonymity & Secure Ops - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 24 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat, 24 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: In a world where your phone is often the strongest tracking device in the room, serious protectors can’t afford to be naïve. Ghost Tactics: Mobile Anonymity & Secure Ops is a one‑day, hands‑on course hosted by Mining Ridge Armory that teaches you how to harden Android and Apple devices, build a de‑Googled GrapheneOS “ghost phone,” and run secure mobile operations with confidence. We’ll break down the realities of mobile tracking, identity obfuscation vs. true anonymity, and where VPNs, Tor, and secure browsers actually fit in your security stack. Then we move straight into lab work: sanitizing Android and Apple devices, installing GrapheneOS on a Google Pixel, and configuring the apps and services you need for secure messaging, VoIP numbers, email aliases, and two‑factor authentication. You’ll leave class with: A clear understanding of how your phone leaks data and how to limit it A hardened Android device and/or GrapheneOS “ghost phone,” built step‑by‑step in class A repeatable process you can use for future devices and operations Practical checklists, handouts, and configuration notes to take home This course is ideal for executive protection specialists, law enforcement and investigators (within policy), security team members, OSINT researchers, missionaries, frequent travelers, and citizens who simply want a lower‑profile digital footprint. Course Details: Tuition: $120 Date & Time: 10/24/26, 9am - 6pm Location: 965 Mining School Rd., State Road, NC 28676 Host: Mining Ridge Armory (MRA) Suggested Equipment: Laptop (optional but recommended; limited loaners available) Older or spare Android or Apple phone (for sanitization track; limited loaners available) Unlocked Google Pixel (for GrapheneOS track, if desired) Notebook and pen Lunch, drinks, and snacks (optional; full kitchen on site) Seat cushion (optional but recommended) This class focuses on defensive privacy, security, and operational best practices. You are responsible for following all applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies. Call to Action: Seats are limited. Click "Going" and register at https://www.miningridgearmory.com/classes to reserve your spot. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/state-road/ghost-tactics-mobile-anonymity-and-secure-ops/200030468053122 - **Event Categories**: workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 3 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: State Road - **state**: NC - **country**: United States - **location**: 965 Mining School Rd., State Road, NC, United States, North Carolina 28676 - **lat**: 36.33961 - **long**: -80.90744 - **full address**: 965 Mining School Rd., State Road, NC, United States, North Carolina 28676 ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Ghost Tactics: Mobile Anonymity & Secure Ops - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/0c0e8c9370d5375dc392bee7aff53bd8492ce3e3e164d488b23019cc04fcee2e-rimg-w1200-h670-dc080808-gmir?v=1788046552 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Ghost Tactics: Mobile Anonymity & Secure Ops being held? - **A:** Ghost Tactics: Mobile Anonymity & Secure Ops takes place on Sat, 24 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sat, 24 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm at 965 Mining School Rd., State Road, NC, United States, North Carolina 28676. - **Q**: Who is organizing Ghost Tactics: Mobile Anonymity & Secure Ops? - **A:** Ghost Tactics: Mobile Anonymity & Secure Ops is organized by Mining Ridge Armory. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Ghost Tactics: Mobile Anonymity & Secure Ops is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in State Road, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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