MTN WESTEDUCATION & INSTRUCTORS

No other event features a gathering of so many overland legends, authors, and experts. Overland Expo MTN WEST offers more than 300 session-hours of incredible programs—that’s 150+ different classes, slideshows, demonstrations, and activities—brought to you by 100+ instructors and presenters from around the world.

AUGUST 22-24, 2025
THE RANCH // LOVELAND, CO, USA
FRI 8-5 | SAT 8-5 | SUN 9-3

LIST OF PROGRAM OFFERINGS

For MOUNTAIN WEST, we have 150+ different classes and programs, totaling 250+ session hours. From beginner to advanced sessions, we have something for everyone.  Learn in classroom and hands-on settings and get inspired by roundtable discussions all weekend.

2025 MTN West Schedule will be posted approximately 2-3 weeks before the event.

Loveland, Co. Photos by: John Allen

VISIT OUR 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 to 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.

Loveland, Co. Photos by: John Allen

ADDITIONAL ACTIVITY AREAS

ROUNDTABLE PANELS

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!

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.

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. 

Photo by John Allen

Overland Essentials

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.

Loveland, Co. Photos by: John Allen

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.

Loveland, Co. Photos by: John Allen

Backcountry & Culinary Pavilion

Sponsored by Rugged Luxury Motors, LLC

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.

Loveland, Co. Photos by: John Allen

KIDS ADVENTURE AREA

For kids, by kids! 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. For kids ages 10 and up, look for select afternoon activities—kids can learn some expedition skills with help from the Camel Trophy training team.

Featured Programming

Instructor Spotlight: Zach Horvath

Zach is the founder of LIVE A GREAT STORY, an adventure travel brand that outfits the modern adventurer on their hero’s journey.

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🧭 Hit the link in bio to read more about these picks on The Compass at overlandexpo.com

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🙌 A huge thank you to our sponsors, exhibitors, instructors, staff, and everyone who came out! 

Were you there? What was your favorite part? 

📺 Watch the full recap video on YouTube (link in bio) and keep an eye out for more from the event. 

🏔️ Overland Expo Mountain West is next – August 22-24 in Loveland, Colorado – we hope to see you there! 

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Gates open at 9am, come on down!

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THE WORLD IS OUT THERE GO SEE IT!

Join attendees from all over the world at this year’s Overland Expo MTN in Loveland, CO.

Photo by @TheAdventurePortal