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.
August 13, 2024
MTN WESTPROGRAMS & 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.
2025 DATES TBA
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Upgrade Your Mental Toolkit at Overland Expo Mountain West
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July 30, 2024
Overland Expo Fosters a Space for “Women Who Wander”
We can’t wait to share the “Women Who Wander” event with attendees at Overland Expo Mountain West.
July 24, 2024
Instructor Spotlight: Jess Caldwell
Jess Caldwell is an outdoor educator, but she is also a certified Wilderness Survival Instructor, Wilderness First Responder, and a certified health coach from the Institute of Integrative Nutrition.
July 23, 2024
CHECK OUT WHAT'S NEW #OVERLANDEXPO
Check out some of the best gear we came across at Overland Expo East ⚙️
With hundreds of brands showcasing epic overlanding and outdoor adventure gear, this is just a sampling of a few items that caught our eye.
👉 Head to the link in bio for the full roundup with details.
What did we miss? What do you have your eye on for future adventures?
🎥 @rick_stowe
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#overlandexpo #overlandexpoeast #overlandgear #offroadgear #outdoorgear #campinggear
The Toyo Tires Open Country R/T Trail is ready for any overland adventure. Featuring an aggressive
tread design and extra-thick shoulder lugs, you’ll be confident that these tires will get you out and
back.
Where are you going for your next adventure?
🎥 @toyotires
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#toyotires #offroadtires #overlanding #overlanding4x4
The world is out there waiting to be explored, and FunTreks Guidebooks will equip you with all the information you need to get out there.
Their off-road guidebooks provide peace of mind with custom-designed, turn-by-turn maps that highlight trouble spots and offer details on every aspect of the trails, so your only concern is how much fun you can fit into a single day.
Read more at the link in bio and plan your next adventure with one of their guidebooks ⛰️
📷 @funtreks
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#funtreksguidebooks #offroadguide
Torque Wheels: Where durable performance meets style. 🛞 Founded by a Baja racer for those who conquer the toughest terrains, @TorqueWheels are built with craftsmanship and quality that drive them forward. They’re engineered to handle anything your overland adventures throw at you.
⛰️ Now available at Tirerack.com.
🔗 See the wheels on your rig at the link in bio.
📸 @andysedano_
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#TorqueWheels #Overlanding #AdventureReady #OverlandExpo #Camping #offroadwheels
Reminiscing on Overland Expo East last weekend ☀️
What an incredible weekend with an incredible group of people. From all the attendees, instructors, and creators to the exhibitors, sponsors, vendors, and staff, this community is truly something special.
If you were at East, tag your new friends here, or tag someone you’d like to bring to an Overland Expo next year!
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#overlandexpo #overlandexpoeast #overlandcommunity #overlandevent
Elevate your Overland adventures with Gaia GPS! Plan your route, track your journey, and explore hidden trails with confidence. With detailed maps and offline capabilities, @gaiagps ensures you’re always on the right path, no matter how remote.
Get out there, discover the unknown, and let Gaia GPS be your ultimate guide 🗺️
Learn more at the link in bio 🔗
#gaiagps
That’s a wrap on Overland Expo East 2024, what an incredible weekend! This community blows us away every time - you are what makes this event so special.
A huge thank you to all of our attendees, sponsors, exhibitors, vendors, and staff for joining us in Virginia for our last event of the year!
From all the education sessions, demos, and hundreds of exhibitors showing off their amazing products, to the Ride & Drives, happy hours, the raffle, and fun evening events, we have a blast every time we get together.
What was your favorite part?
Watch the full recap video at the link in bio 🔗
🎥 @trail.huntr
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#overlandexpo #overlandexpoeast #overlandcommunity #overlandevent
Day 2 was a blast, welcome to Day 3 of Overland Expo East! It’s another beautiful day here in Virginia and we’ve got education sessions running all day, hundreds of brands showcasing the best overland and outdoor adventure gear, show specials, great food, and lots more!
This is the final day of our last event of the year. Thank you to all of those who have joined us and are part of this amazing community!
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#overlandexpo #overlandexpoeast #overlandcommunity #overlandevent
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