EastMedia APPLICATION

Fall, 2026
OAK RIDGE ESTATES  //  ARRINGTON, VIRGINIA
FRI 9-5 | SAT 9-5 | SUN 9-3

Media Credentials Application East 2026

Overland Expo East / Fall, 2026 / Oak Ridge Estate, Arrington, VA, USA. Before proceeding with your application, please carefully review all requirements below. Even if you have been pre-approved for previous Overland Expo events, you are still required to complete this application. Do not apply if you do not meet the requirements.

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Requirements

REQUIREMENTS (ALL): Due to high volume of applications, you MUST meet and provide proof of at least ONE of the following requirements in order to be considered for media credentials: - Verifiable employment with a professional print magazine, newspaper, or online magazine or media site that is NOT a personal blog (see below for blog information). - Verifiable assignment as a freelance journalist or photographer from a professional print magazine, newspaper, or online magazine or media site that is NOT a personal blog (see below for blog information). You must either have an assignment or you must have a track record as a published journalist. - Owner of a blog with a significant following in a relevant industry (SEE BELOW) WE PRIORITIZE APPLICATIONS FROM WORKING MEDIA WITH ASSIGNMENTS OR FROM ESTABLISHED PRINT, VIDEO, OR ONLINE MEDIA RESOURCES.

IF YOU ARE A BLOGGER, YOU MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA:

- longevity (a site with many years online) - readership (successful blogger applicants have many thousands of readers and page views in the 100,000+ range) - influence (successful applicants have 10,000+ followers on social media channels and a genuine connection to communities interested in overlanding) DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT MEET THESE REQUIREMENTS PLEASE!
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For Bloggers

We get a large number of requests from bloggers for media credentials, so please answer the following:

If you are granted Media Credentials to attend Overland Expo

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CHECK OUT WHAT'S NEW #OVERLANDEXPO

@fourwheelcampers is headed to Overland Expo Pacific Northwest.

As one of the region’s premier gatherings for overlanders and outdoor enthusiasts, the event brings together brands, travelers, and adventurers from across the country - and Four Wheel Campers will be there showcasing the latest camper models and connecting with the community. Attendees who purchase a Four Wheel Camper within a week of the show will also receive $875 off their install.

For more than 50 years, Four Wheel Campers has built lightweight, durable pop-up campers designed to help explorers venture farther off the beaten path. Come take a peek at some for yourself!

Visit overlandexpo.com for more information.

#FourWheelCampers #OverlandExpoPNW #BuiltForAdventure
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@ROA_Off_Road is excited to see you at Overland Expo PNW, June 26-28 in Redmond, Oregon. Their team will be displaying some of MDC USA’s flagship rigs including the XT19HRT Off-Grid Extreme, XT12HR Off-Grid Extreme, and XT16HR Island! Each rig is off-grid & off-road ready with robust lithium power, independent suspension, and best-in-class construction.

Throughout the expo, you can step inside every model for guided walk-throughs, on-hands demos, and grab exclusive show-only pricing. Whether you’re planning to overland in America’s west or travel cross-country visiting iconic sites, swing by ROA Off-Road’s booth (#FG3) to meet their experts, and discover why MDC’s flagship line leads in durability, comfort, and adventure.
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Show-only specials are coming to Overland Expo PNW. 🔥

Exhibitors are bringing special event pricing, exclusive discounts, new product offers, swag, and giveaways to Redmond, OR, June 26–28. 🏕️🚐⚙️

From gear and accessories to van builds and trail-ready upgrades, this is your chance to discover new products and score event-only deals.

Read the full list of PNW show specials on The Compass, linked in our bio.

What gear upgrade are you looking for at Overland Expo PNW? 👀

#OverlandExpo #OverlandExpoPNW #Overlanding #OverlandGear #AdventureRig
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Big things are coming to Overland Expo Pacific Northwest.

As this year’s Title Sponsor, @GoWanderbox will be bringing its newest 2026 30-foot Wanderbox Outpost in Redmond, OR.

Designed for serious off-road travel and long-term adventure, the Outpost blends rugged capability with refined living, creating an expedition platform built to go out farther and stay out longer.

Expo attendees will have the chance to step inside the Outpost, explore the build up close, and meet the Wanderbox team behind these custom expedition campers.

To celebrate the show, Wanderbox is offering an exclusive Overland Expo special: $10,000 off new builds ordered during the event.

If expedition travel is on your radar, make sure Wanderbox is on your stop list.

📍 Overland Expo Pacific Northwest
Redmond, OR
June 26-28
#OverlandExpo #OverlandExpoPNW
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From backcountry cooking to tire repair on the trail, this year`s Overland Expo PNW education schedule is packed with sessions for every skill level!

Explore the education locations waiting for you in Redmond, Oregon, June 26-28:
🍽️ Backcountry and Culinary Pavilion Sponsored by @ruckerknives: Trail cooking, food prep, and water safety.
💭 Women Who Wander: Highlighting the growing role of women in overlanding while remaining open and valuable to all attendees.
🔧 Overland Essentials Area: First aid, communication and water logistics.
🚙 Showcase & DIY Vehicle Area: Rig walkthroughs and build inspiration.
📚 The Learning Lab: Fundamentals and practical how-to sessions.
🗺️ Round Table Pavilion: Expert panels on budgeting, travel medicine and destinations.
📷 Storytelling Pavilion: Photography, filmmaking and content creation.
🚚 Kids Adventure Area: Kid-friendly fun including the RC Driving Course.

Classes run all weekend long!

Click the link in our bio to read the full story on The Compass.

#OverlandExpoPNW #Overlanding #OverlandExpo #Education
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