The Mueller Family: Overland Expo PNW Instructor Spotlight
Freshly returned from the Pan American Highway, Overland Expo can’t wait to hear Gordon and Megan
June 24, 2025
PNWEDUCATION & INSTRUCTORS
No other event features a gathering of so many overland legends, authors, and experts. Overland Expo PNW offers more than 400 session-hours of incredible programs—that’s 220+ different classes, slideshows, demonstrations, and activities—brought to you by 120+ instructors and presenters from around the world.
JUNE 26-28, 2026
DESCHUTES COUNTY EXPO CENTER // REDMOND, OREGON
FRI 9-5 | SAT 9-5 | SUN 9-3
LIST OF PROGRAM OFFERINGS
For PNW, we have 220+ different classes and programs, totaling 400+ session hours. From beginner to advanced sessions, we have something for everyone.
The official schedule will be released 2-3 weeks out from the event!
Featured Programming
A Newcomer’s Guide to Overland Expo – PNW Edition 2025
For the Overland Expo newcomer, the size of the show and number of things to do can be overwhelming. Here’s a short guide to your first Overland Expo.
Here’s a brief introduction to what we have going on, along with some tips to get you going, whether you’re an Overland Expo veteran or experiencing all the excitement for the first time.
June 17, 2025
Learn New Skills at Overland Expo PNW
We’ve revamped our education and training programming at PNW — come check it out! So, what’s
June 10, 2025
PNW Instructor Spotlight: the Bishop Family
Overland Expo can’t wait to welcome the Bishops to Overland Expo Pacific Northwest later this month in Redmond, Oregon! They are a family of adventurers who swapped the comforts of home for a life on the road. Diana is a storyteller and a dentist born and raised in Kenya and having lived in Canada and the U.S. Jeremy is an adventurer and photographer born and raised in Minnesota. Together, they share their love for exploration with their young children — turning every road, river, forest and mountain pass into a hands-on classroom for them.
June 9, 2025
Overland Expo Presents the Film Festival Lineup for PNW 2025
Join us as we continue the 11th Season of the Overland Expo Film Festival at Overland Expo PNW in Redmond, Oregon, June 27-29. The film festival, which takes place on Friday, June 27, brings a curated selection of films documenting vehicle-based travel adventures both near and far to the Oasis Bar and Food Court. Be ready to be inspired by exceptional storytelling and truly impressive cinematography.
May 27, 2025
Iconic Travel Photographer Chris McCormack to Speak at Four Overland Expos
Chris McCormack will be speaking at four Overland Expo events this summer on travel photography, solo travel, and adventure moto travel. Read this Q&A to get excited before seeing him in person
May 14, 2025
A Newcomer’s Guide to Overland Expo – Mountain West Edition 2024
With hundreds of vendors, over 100 presenters, trainers, and VIPs, and more than 500 session hours of education. With so much to choose from, this can be both exhilarating and a bit overwhelming for the first-time attendee to an Overland Expo. With that in mind, here’s a brief introduction to what we have going on, along with some tips to get you going.
July 31, 2024
Instructor Spotlight: Patty Upton
Patty, her late husband, Loren, are truly legends in the overland community: they explored parts of the world that had never seen travelers; and racked up five years and 56,000 miles with of stories, photos and extreme adventures.
July 30, 2024
Learn with Overland Expo Training
Learn off-road driving skills and receive hands-on instruction from expert trainers in our Overland Expo Training Area. Our unique and dynamic format focuses on skills in several tracks: Driving Skills, Vehicle Recovery, Preparedness, and Maintenance. Take classes on topics such as winching, rope-work and lashing, specialty substrates, and spotting. Want to know how to get unstuck with only what you have on hand or the fundamentals of winching? Arm yourself with the best tool in the toolbox . . . knowledge.
*Must be an Overland Expo Training Ticket Holder*
LEARN MORE ABOUT OVERLAND EXPO TRAINING
THE OVERLAND DRIVING COURSE
On a custom-built driving course, develop off-road skills to tackle any terrain, whether you explore locally or globally. The course is staffed by the top overland driving skills trainers in the world to provide one-to-one coaching from an expert instructor.
ADDITIONAL TEACHING AREAS
HANDS-ON PAVILIONS
Our training pavilions get you out of the classroom and into the field. Each year we bring you technical classes essential for overlanding. Rotating topics cover everything from how-tos about electronics to hands-on maintenance and roadside repairs to first aid and injury assessment to showing how to set up gear and what to take with you (and sometimes leave behind).
CLASSROOMS
With our numerous navigation classes, there are no more excuses for getting lost when your GPS dies. Learn communications skills to enhance your overland experience. Brush up on your art of travel techniques with photography and videography classes. Stay safe with situational awareness tips from experts in their field. No matter if you drive a truck or motorcycle, we’ve got classes for you.
ADDITIONAL ACTIVITY AREAS
FILM FESTIVAL
Each year we offer a new selection of slideshows of trips from around the world. On Friday and Saturday evenings, we host a special lineup of films at the Winnebago Overland Theater. We start with an appetizer of short films before the feature film.
Storytelling pavilion
This space includes a teaching area tent that will host education related to content creation, such as photography clinics with incredibly talented photographers, “how to” classes on everything from video creation to the legal terms involved with making money as a content creator, and stories from folks who are traveling around the world.
ROUNDTABLE PAVILION
Want to know more about Africa? Australia? What it’s like to travel solo? As a couple or family? From Regional Q&As to expert tips, the roundtables can help you plan for the trip of a lifetime. Listen to panelists with extensive experience and enjoy their tales from the road!
Overland Essentials Area
Are you looking to up your camping game? Want to learn what gear essentials well-traveled overlanders don’t leave home without? Spend some time in this area to learn the ins and outs of overlanding from the experts.
SHOWCASE & DIY VEHICLE AREA
Considering investing in an overland rig or motorcycle, and want to see how someone else has modified their rig to travel? Take a look at our “My Overland Vehicle / Moto” series. This “show and tell” series is about vehicle and moto customizations that have been put to the test of time and miles; bring your questions. Many will also share tips on how to travel.
Backcountry & Culinary pavilion
Want to know how certain gear functions, how seasoned travelers pack their rigs or feed themselves on the road, or what it’s like to bring your four-legged friend on your next adventure? Check out the Backcountry Skills Area for information you’re bound to put to use during your next adventure.
PRODUCT DEMO
Want to know how a specific product works? The exhibition area is the place to be. Check the schedule for times of detailed demonstrations. Look for everything from solar cooking to rooftop tents to air compressors and tow straps.
KIDS ADVENTURE AREA
We pack the weekend with activities tailored to adventurous kids and their parents. Check out the Junior Overland Explorer program and earn patches for select classes. Kids of all ages can learn about nature journaling, first aid, knot-tying and more.
CHECK OUT WHAT'S NEW #OVERLANDEXPO
Adventure awaits, and @vortexoptics is bringing you closer than ever at Overland Expo West. From May 15–17, find us at the heart of the action, showcasing optics built for those who push beyond the map and into the unknown.
Whether glassing distant ridgelines, navigating rugged terrain, or dialing in the details that make every journey unforgettable, Vortex® helps overlanders see more, and magnify the moments that matter.
At the booth, guests can get hands-on with gear designed to perform wherever the trail leads, connect with experts, and discover how the right optics elevate every mile of the journey.
It’s more than a stop. It’s a chance to sharpen your view of what’s possible where the road ends and adventure begins.
🚨 Buy online and save! Grab your Overland Expo West tickets now and join the largest overlanding event in the world.
Explore 400+ outdoor exhibitors, enjoy 220+ weekend activities, discover epic adventure gear, and connect with fellow overlanders. 🚙
📍 Fort Tuthill County Park, Flagstaff, AZ
📅 May 15-17, 2026
Tap the link in our bio to buy your tickets today! 🎟️
Who’s ready for Overland Expo West? Let us know in the comments! 👇
#OverlandExpoWest #Overlanding #FlagstaffArizona #Outdoor #OverlandExpo
@arcanewarriorglobal is back at Overland Expo West and they’re bringing more than just gear.
Built for people who are all about the overlanding life, they will be showcasing its latest lineup, including the all-new M’LinkX Roof Rack Platform, the precision-engineered REVOLVE PIVOT MASTER X90 Roof Rack Ladder, and a full lineup of Marvel licensed gear, where refined design meets real capability.
Across the weekend, you’ll get hands-on with live product demos, sign up for new product testing, and kick back at the Happy Hour Meet connecting with familiar faces like Arctic.Mojave, Cameron Becnel, all while getting in on the raffle giveaways. From on-site surprises to limited deals, there’s always something waiting for you at the booth.
Swing by Booth Q22 and see it all up close.
🌲 Testimonial Tuesday!🌲
Read about Steve’s unforgettable premium camping experience at Overland Exp West! Ready to create your own memories? Stay on-site and connect with fellow adventurers at the world’s largest overlanding event. 🚙🔥
Choose from premium, moto, or vehicle camping passes and lock in your spot today! Enjoy nightly happy hours, bond with the overlanding community, and embrace festival-style camping from Thursday morning to Monday morning. 🏕️
📅 Event Dates: May 15-17, 2026
📍 Location: Ft. Tuthill County Park, Flagstaff, AZ
What’s the best meal you’ve ever cooked while camping? 🍳
🎟️ Save now through April 29 - grab your camping passes using the link in bio!
#OverlandExpoWest #Overlanding #Camping #Outdoors #OverlandExpo
Free yourself from the tyranny of the timetable and the necessity of making reservations wherever you go.
As a sponsor of this year’s Overland Expo West event, @weareairstream will be showcasing a lineup ready for wherever the journey leads. From rugged Basecamp models to fully equipped touring coaches capable of extended off-grid lifestyle. Attendees are invited to step inside, explore key features, and connect with a team that understands what it takes to get out there and stay out there.
Whether you`re dialing in your current setup or planning your next upgrade, their team will be on-site with product insights and show-exclusive opportunities.
Join We Are Airstream in Flagstaff, May 16-18, and experience a new standard of adventure.
Overland Expo West is rolling into Flagstaff, AZ, May 15-17. Discover epic rigs, meet top outdoor exhibitors, and fuel your passion for overlanding. 🚙🔥
📍 Ft. Tuthill County Park
What are you most excited for at Overland Expo West? 👀
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#OverlandExpoWest #Flagstaff #Arizona #Overlanding
Overland Expo West is where real rigs show up. It’s exactly where @classicoverland belongs.
We build Defenders to be driven. Long miles, rough terrain, real ownership. Every build is designed around how you actually travel, not how it looks parked.
Our Signature Series is a full body-off, down-to-the-nuts-and-washers restoration with modern drivability built in. The Warthog Series is a true refurbishment. Simple, durable, and built to be used.
If you’re at Expo West, come find us at Q70. Step inside and experience what a Defender feels like when it’s built with purpose.
Built for the way you move. This is the Defender, done right.
@Yapping_About_Cars
As a proud sponsor of Overland West, @winnebagorvs is showcasing its Backcountry ready lineup designed for life beyond the pavement. Built with off grid capability, durable materials, and practical features for extended time outdoors, these vehicles support a lifestyle rooted in freedom, comfort, and exploration. The Backcountry Series is purpose built to handle rugged terrain, remote destinations, and long days spent chasing the next horizon. Stop by booth Q58 to explore the lineup firsthand, connect with the team, and see how Winnebago vehicles are engineered to withstand the demands of life off the beaten path.