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
@bfgoodrichtires is rolling into Overland Expo SoCal at the OC Fair & Event Center in Costa Mesa, March 14–15, 2026 — the West Coast’s hub for 400+ exhibitors and nonstop overland training, demos, and gear.
Stop by the BFGoodrich booth to check out their latest adventure‑ready tire lineup built for rugged terrain and real‑world exploration. While you’re there, enter their on‑site survey for a chance to win a set of BFGoodrich tires — perfect for powering your next trail, mountain pass, or coastline escape.
Big energy. Big gear. Big prizes.
Catch BFGoodrich in Costa Mesa and get ready to roll into your next adventure with confidence.
@subaru_usa is back at Overland Expo 2026 with Camp Subaru!
🎉 Play our instant-win scratcher for a chance at exclusive gear
📸 Take home a Plantable photo printed on biodegradable seed paper
🐾 Visit the Subaru Loves Pets adoption pen and meet adoptable animals
🗺️ Grab your digital Subaru Passport, refuel at the hydration station
See you at Camp Subaru!
Make adventure yours!
Catch @ToyotaUSA at Booth GG-1270 to check out the 4Runner Surf SEMA build, Land Cruiser, and the all-new Trailhunter lineup. Talk with our experts, shop official merch, and grab Toyota swag when you complete a quick survey.
#LetsGoPlaces #Trailhunter #LandCruiser #4Runner #Tacoma #4RunnerSurf
Adventure takes center stage at Overland Expo SoCal — and Evotrex arrives as a Title Sponsor. Experience the Evotrex-PG5, the world’s first power-generating RV built to extend true off-grid living. Featuring 270+ kWh of on-demand power, Active Power Assist, and adventure-ready design, the PG5 unlocks a new level of freedom, comfort, and self-sufficiency wherever the journey leads.
March 14–15 | Booth 10–223 Get an up-close look at the Evotrex-PG5, meet the Evotrex team, and explore innovative solutions designed for life beyond the pavement. From live demonstrations to expert insights, discover how Evotrex powers real adventure. Join thousands of explorers at Overland Expo SoCal — and get inspired for the journeys ahead.
Follow along 👉 @evotrexnow
As the Title Sponsor of Overland Expo SoCal, @ankersolix_official is bringing serious power to the party. Power Your Distance!
Swing by the Anker SOLIX booth (GG-1000) to get hands-on with our latest portable and home backup power solutions built for off-grid adventures and beyond. While you`re there, enter for a chance to win the Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2—your next adventure upgrade.
And don’t miss the After Party 👀 Come hang, connect with fellow explorers, and see how Anker SOLIX keeps you powered wherever the road takes you!
Ring! Ring! The Overland Expo app is BACK! 📱🔥 Get everything you need for Overland Expo SoCal right at your fingertips.
SPECIAL OFFER: Unlock an exclusive 50% off onX subscription within the app! Then use the SoCal onX event map to build a personalized route to each booth you want to hit, all based on your live location at the show. 🧭
Here’s what you can do in the app:
🗓️ Build your custom itinerary
📚 Check out the full education schedule
📍 Find exhibitor booth locations
🗺️ Explore the event map
… and so much more!
SoCal is less than TWO weeks away! Don’t miss the biggest overlanding event in Southern California. Buy your tickets today! 🚙💨
🔍 Search “Overland Expo” in the App Store or Google Play and download the app now! This app will be used for all upcoming events with Overland Expo West (May 15–17), coming up next.
@classicoverland makes its debut as a Title Sponsor at Overland Expo SoCal 2026, bringing a lineup built to stop you mid-aisle. Leading the charge is a commanding 6x6 Defender, joined by the heritage-driven Warthog Series and the fully bespoke Signature Series.
The Warthog Series stays true to utility and purpose, rooted in classic Defender DNA and built for real-world adventure. The Signature Series elevates the platform with hand-stitched interiors, premium materials, and modern performance options including LT1 power. Together, they showcase two philosophies united by craftsmanship and capability.
Throughout the weekend, Camel Trophy veteran Jim West will host live Defender heritage sessions at the Classic Overland booth, sharing firsthand expedition stories and insight into why the Defender remains the ultimate global platform.
The map suggests. You decide.
Find the Defender built for the way you travel.
@gowanderbox is proud to be a sponsor at Overland Expo SoCal this March in Costa Mesa, California. Attendees will have the opportunity to experience a fully built Wanderbox expedition camper up close and personal. Designed and built in Colorado, Wanderbox delivers serious capability with advanced lithium power systems, expansive solar capacity, extended fresh water storage, and suspension engineered for true adventure travel.
Visitors are invited to step inside, explore the craftsmanship, and connect directly with the Wanderbox team to learn about system performance, customization options, and current production timelines. From off-grid power and water independence to interior refinement and long-range durability, the team will be on-site to walk through what sets Wanderbox apart in the expedition camper space.
For those attending Overland Expo SoCal, this is the opportunity to see how Wanderbox is built to go out farther and stay out longer.