INSTRUCTAt AN OVERLAND EXPO

Join the team and share your knowledge or stories with other overlanders.

HOW YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE

TEACH A SKILLS CLASS

Teach a skills-building class about hands-on how-to information.

PRESENT A SLIDESHOW

Present a Slideshow about your recent overlanding adventure.

MODERATE A ROUNDTABLE

Moderate a Roundtable discussion about a topic that matters to you.

INVOLVE YOUR FAMILY

Get the family involved—we encourage kids to teach other kids.

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OTHER WAYS TO PRESENT

SHOW OFF YOUR VEHICLE OR MOTORCYCLE

Show off your Vehicle or Motorcycle in a “show and tell” series about unique and/or modified vehicles and motorcycles.

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EXHIBITORS CAN HOST A DEMO

Registered Exhibitors can host a Demo at their booth about their product or technology.

SCREEN A FILM

Overland Expo® is proud to bring you a fine selection of films documenting overland travel.

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EXPO Instructor DATES & DEADLINES

OVERLAND EXPO WEST 2025

MAY 16-18, 2025
FT.  TUTHILL COUNTY PARK
FLAGSTAFF, AZ, USA

DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 28, 2025

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OVERLAND EXPO PNW 2025

JUNE 27-29, 2025
DESCHUTES COUNTY EXPO CENTER
REDMOND, OR, USA

DEADLINE: APRIL 25, 2025

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OVERLAND EXPO MTN WEST 2025

AUGUST 22-24, 2025
THE RANCH
LOVELAND, CO, USA

DEADLINE: JUNE 20, 2025

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OVERLAND EXPO EAST 2025

OCTOBER 3-5, 2025
OAK RIDGE ESTATE
ARRINGTON, VA, USA

DEADLINE: AUGUST 1, 2025

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Instructor Testimonials

This is the first year that Staples InTents has participated in Overland Expo East as instructors, and we are so glad we took the opportunity to share our perspectives and stories. Although we still have so much to learn, it was very refreshing to get feedback from so many people that what we shared was not only relatable, but also helpful. As we gain more experience and learn more we look forward to continuing to be instructors and sharing our knowledge and experiences with our fellow overlanders.
Sonya & Necota Staples @staplesintents
Another Expo comes to a close and as usual it was both a pleasure and an honor to be associated with this group of people. I was fortunate enough to instruct in several classes as well as have my vehicle shown in the DIY Showcase area which was a fantastic experience. Instructing and sharing personal experiences is one of the best ways to give back to a community that has given me so much. I’m grateful for what this community, many of whom I now consider family, have done for me to inspire me to push further, adventure harder, and travel more. Thank you OX for giving me this opportunity! See ya next year!
David Mays
Being an instructor at Overland Expo is an incredibly rewarding experience. We have taught at five Expos now, and the process is seamless: from application, to fine-tuning programming alongside Expo staff to serve attendees best, to working with the fantastic AV team. As instructors, we get much more than we give and we cherish the friendships we’ve built at every event.
Brittany Highland@hourlesslife
Overland Expo Mountain West lived up to all of the expectations we had! The roundtables and classes were full of travelers and potential travelers who were filled with just as much wanderlust and excitement as I had the first time I attended the Overland Expo as an attendee back in 2016. It has been a venue filled with excitement and awe, a wonderful group of like-minded people with stories and dreams of traveling the world. The adventure spirit ran throughout the classrooms, theater, and campground like a raging river of adrenaline and excitement. An essential stop on the Overland tour and we can't wait to participate again!
Tim & Marisa Notier@notiersfrontiers
This is the first year that Staples InTents has participated in Overland Expo East as instructors, and we are so glad we took the opportunity to share our perspectives and stories. Although we still have so much to learn, it was very refreshing to get feedback from so many people that what we shared was not only relatable, but also helpful. As we gain more experience and learn more we look forward to continuing to be instructors and share our knowledge and experiences with our fellow overlanders.
Staples In Tents@staplesintents
What a great expo! It was fun making new friends and reconnecting with long time pals. Kudos to the awesome team of organizers! We're looking forward to seeing everyone again at the next show.
Ernesto@OverlandTheAmericas
​​Never before have I come across a group of people so eager, helpful and generous as the Overland community. The folks of Overland Expo who attend my self defense sessions walk away more confident and capable, with an increased ability to travel safely, solo or otherwise. Overland Expo places great emphasis on the safety and well-being of their attendees, and it shows!
Tiffany Richards@peacefulwarrior

CHECK OUT WHAT'S NEW #OVERLANDEXPO

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Introducing ARCANE WARRIOR at Overland Expo West! Roll up to Booth L38 in Flagstaff, Arizona, and get up close with this new brand built for overlanding. @arcanewarriorglobal gear snaps seamlessly onto any rig, giving adventurers a unified, battle ready setup that is as stylish as it is rugged. Born in 2020, each patented piece is designed, tested, and built to withstand the wild and looks good doing it. Courage, resilience, and passion fuel every product. Stop by their booth to see how true warrior gear can transform your next expedition. 📍 Find them at Booth L38 from May 16-18 🌐 Explore the full lineup at arcanewarrior.us

Introducing ARCANE WARRIOR at Overland Expo West!

Roll up to Booth L38 in Flagstaff, Arizona, and get up close with this new brand built for overlanding. @arcanewarriorglobal gear snaps seamlessly onto any rig, giving adventurers a unified, battle ready setup that is as stylish as it is rugged.

Born in 2020, each patented piece is designed, tested, and built to withstand the wild and looks good doing it. Courage, resilience, and passion fuel every product. Stop by their booth to see how true warrior gear can transform your next expedition.

📍 Find them at Booth L38 from May 16-18

🌐 Explore the full lineup at arcanewarrior.us ...

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🔥 Introducing the 2025 Ultimate Overland Motorcycle by @overlandexpo — a Suzuki V-STROM 800DE upfitted for adventure. This bike is designed for riders who seek a balance of versatility, off-road capability, and long-distance reliability.     Part of Overland Expo’s annual Ultimate Overland Build program, this bike will be raffled off at the end of the year with all proceeds benefiting the @overlandexpofoundation who works to advance the overlanding community and the lands we’re all lucky to explore.     📍 This bike is heading to Overland Expo West, May 16–18 in Flagstaff, AZ. Come see it in person, learn about the build, and get inspired for your own adventures.    🔗 Hit the link in @overlandexpo’s bio to learn more about the build    🙌  Huge thanks to @suzukicycles and all our amazing build partners who helped bring this adventure motorcycle to life:  - @outback_motortek  - @motomachines  - @klimmotorcycle  - @rammounts  - @optimabatteries  - @cyclopsadv - @zoleolifeus  - @moskomoto  - @ridedunlop    🎥: @dustinnere

🔥 Introducing the 2025 Ultimate Overland Motorcycle by @overlandexpo — a Suzuki V-STROM 800DE upfitted for adventure. This bike is designed for riders who seek a balance of versatility, off-road capability, and long-distance reliability. 
  
Part of Overland Expo’s annual Ultimate Overland Build program, this bike will be raffled off at the end of the year with all proceeds benefiting the @overlandexpofoundation who works to advance the overlanding community and the lands we’re all lucky to explore. 
  
📍 This bike is heading to Overland Expo West, May 16–18 in Flagstaff, AZ. Come see it in person, learn about the build, and get inspired for your own adventures. 
 
🔗 Hit the link in @overlandexpo’s bio to learn more about the build 
 
🙌  Huge thanks to @suzukicycles and all our amazing build partners who helped bring this adventure motorcycle to life: 
- @outback_motortek 
- @motomachines 
- @klimmotorcycle 
- @rammounts 
- @optimabatteries 
- @cyclopsadv
- @zoleolifeus 
- @moskomoto 
- @ridedunlop 
 
🎥: @dustinnere ...

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Tacoma Lifestyle is a proud sponsor of Overland Expo West this year in Flagstaff Arizona! Swing by their booth to score exclusive patches and stickers while supplies last from @TacomaLifestyle, @4RunnerLifestyle, and @TundraLifestyle Utah Based & Known as the biggest and best online destinations for everything Overland related to the Toyota 4Runner, Tacoma, and Tundra, these brands bring the gear, the community, and the lifestyle together like no one else. Don’t miss out and be sure to stop in and check them out!

Tacoma Lifestyle is a proud sponsor of Overland Expo West this year in Flagstaff Arizona! Swing by their booth to score exclusive patches and stickers while supplies last from @TacomaLifestyle, @4RunnerLifestyle, and @TundraLifestyle

Utah Based & Known as the biggest and best online destinations for everything Overland related to the Toyota 4Runner, Tacoma, and Tundra, these brands bring the gear, the community, and the lifestyle together like no one else.

Don’t miss out and be sure to stop in and check them out! ...

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@papagovans is rolling into Overland Expo West as a Title Sponsor, bringing serious adventure-ready builds to Booth Q57. Founded by off-road enthusiasts with backgrounds in mechanical engineering and design, Papago builds aren’t just beautiful—they’re engineered for performance in the field. Unlike mass-produced vans, every Papago build is shaped by the person who’ll actually be living in it. These rigs aren’t built for the masses, they’re built for you. Every detail is dialed with real-world use in mind, blending functional innovation with no-compromise capability. This year, they’re showcasing their most ambitious builds yet, crafted for those who value substance over hype. If you’re an overlander looking beyond the standard #vanlife aesthetic, this is the booth you don’t want to miss.

@papagovans is rolling into Overland Expo West as a Title Sponsor, bringing serious adventure-ready builds to Booth Q57. Founded by off-road enthusiasts with backgrounds in mechanical engineering and design, Papago builds aren’t just beautiful—they’re engineered for performance in the field.

Unlike mass-produced vans, every Papago build is shaped by the person who’ll actually be living in it. These rigs aren’t built for the masses, they’re built for you. Every detail is dialed with real-world use in mind, blending functional innovation with no-compromise capability.

This year, they’re showcasing their most ambitious builds yet, crafted for those who value substance over hype. If you’re an overlander looking beyond the standard #vanlife aesthetic, this is the booth you don’t want to miss. ...

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Stop by the @toyotires booth (#Q70) in the quad at Overland Expo West for free giveaways, to test your skills on their R/C Crawler course, and to check out the new Open Country R/T Pro! Be sure to follow @TeamToyoUSA for live updates from the event.

Stop by the @toyotires booth (#Q70) in the quad at Overland Expo West for free giveaways, to test your skills on their R/C Crawler course, and to check out the new Open Country R/T Pro!

Be sure to follow @TeamToyoUSA for live updates from the event. ...

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Follow along as @nomad_rvs builds RVs in real time! 🛠️ With videos uploaded daily, they bring you along for every step of the build process. They are RVIA certified and the quality shows. 👉 Head over to their booth during Overland Expo West located at P5. You can see their most popular model - The Euphoria - and their widely anticipated Euphoria XL Twin Bed built on the 170" Mercedes AWD Chassis!

Follow along as @nomad_rvs builds RVs in real time!

🛠️ With videos uploaded daily, they bring you along for every step of the build process. They are RVIA certified and the quality shows.

👉 Head over to their booth during Overland Expo West located at P5. You can see their most popular model - The Euphoria - and their widely anticipated Euphoria XL Twin Bed built on the 170" Mercedes AWD Chassis! ...

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