"THE BIG THING"

Kick off the weekend with a relaxed meetup on Thursday night, right before the campfire fun begins. It’s your chance to unwind, meet other adventurers, and start building connections with like-minded people.

This is where you gain the knowledge and confidence you need for your next big adventure. From recovery techniques and navigation skills to cooking on the trail and setting up power systems, our expert-led classes cover a wide range of essential overlanding topics. Whether you're just starting or a seasoned traveler looking to enhance your skills, you'll find valuable sessions designed to help you grow.

Topics include:

• Overland and Camp Cooking Skills 

• Storytelling + Photography 

• Recovery + Winching Techniques

• Navigation + Trip Planning

• Intro to Welding + DIY Projects with Micah from Overland Under Budget

• How to Plan an International Overlanding Journey

• Off-Road Trailer Recovery

And more! You’ll get your hands dirty, your wheels turning, and your head filled with knowledge you’ll actually use.

Friday night, we throw down Montana style. Grab a bite from one of our on-site food trucks and kick back as North Fork Crossing brings the soundtrack.

Ready to test your skills? Join one of our guided 4WD trail drives, with routes suitable for all levels—from easygoing to more technical. We also have a dedicated test track for hands-on practice, where you can refine your driving technique and push your limits in a safe environment.

Throughout the event, hear inspiring stories from seasoned overlanders who have pushed boundaries and explored the world off the beaten path. After each presentation, you’ll have the opportunity to ask questions and dive deeper into their experiences.

• Patty Upton on her legendary Darien Gap crossing

• Clay Croft on the art of storytelling and filmmaking in the wild

• Scott Brady (Overland Journal) on planning international overland tripsKarissa & Linhbergh from

• Gon' Dirtin on food, travel, and the culture of cooking on the road

• Dan Grec (The Road Chose Me) on traveling the world with family

• David & Ellie (@YAKOverland) on their overland route across the Stans (Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan & more)

• Peter Holcombe on vanlife and his family’s epic Pan-American journey

And more!

Relax and get inspired at a special film screening featuring a adventure film that’s sure to leave you inspired to take on your next Big Thing.

XGRID Campers is bringing the knowledge to The Big Thing with a hands-on session designed to help you get the most out of your overland setup. From choosing the right trailer for your lifestyle to planning smart routes, cooking off-grid, and staying warm in winter, their team will share real-world strategies learned from building and using rigs in the wild. They’ve also teamed up with the experts at RedArc Electronics to break down the ins and outs of off-grid power systems—so whether you're wiring your first setup or fine-tuning your current one, you’ll leave with the confidence to power your adventures. Whether you’re brand new or looking to level up, this is one session you won’t want to miss.

Whether you roll in with a rooftop tent or a teardrop trailer, this event is just as much about slowing down, making new friends, and soaking up the kind of moments you can’t manufacture. Think late-night laughs, early-morning coffee with your camp neighbors, and swapping road tales with people who get it.