Overland 101 - March 22, 2025

Have you been wondering what all the hype is about for Overlanding ?   Well , Here is your chance to come check it all out.  Overland 101 is a full day of covering EVERYTHING overland related .  

Overland 101 is designed for folks that are interested in getting out into nature and experiencing what the outdoors have to offer. Everyone is welcome to join us 

Attendees will be treated to the most comprehensive outdoor adventure and overlanding knowledge available .

Included with registration - Coffee , sodas , water , delicious box lunch ( sandwich , chips and fruit ) 

Overland 101 decals and t-shirt 

Saturday night camping included ( Festival style on site with porta johns ) group campfire 

Segments include .

1. Rigs - different vehicle types , suvs, trucks , cars and crossovers RWD, AWD and 4WD

2. Tires - different types , highway , all terrain , mud terrain and hybrids 

3. Basic recovery skills , proper winching techniques , suggested recovery gear 

4. Navigation - all you need to know about different methods and applications

5. Gear - COMPLETE EXPLANATION OF EVERYTHING YOU NEED AND WHAT YOU DONT .

    a. Tents - Ground tents , roof top tents , bed tents , truck canopies , etc 

    b. Awnings - Traditional , Batwing style , EZ-UPs and Tarps 

    c. Cooking - Skottles , griddles, classic propane single and dual burners , jet boils 

    d. Heaters - propane , diesel , electric , etc 

    e. Storage - Pelican cases, soft bags , zarges style , drawer systems, etc 

    f.  Tools - Jack styles , hand tools , etc 

6. Communication - radios , HAM, GMRS and Citizens band 

7. First Aid - Basic knowledge and suggested kits 

8. Adventure Trailers - pros and cons 

9. Toilet styles - composting , casette , etc 

10. Shower systems and enclosures 

11. Fresh water and water purification 

Come join us - all questions will be answered

Location -Blowing Rock - Private area near Julian Price Park 

The group will meet at Shoppes on the Parkway in Bowing Rock at 9:30am on March 22. We will caravan as a group to the event area.