The Big Thing at the XOVERLAND Ranch is the ultimate overland and adventure weekend. It's also the perfect opportunity for the Alu-Cab community to come together. Whether you’re rolling in solo or convoying with friends, this is your chance to connect, swap stories and showcase your rigs. If you're into exploring, learning and pushing limits then this is for you.
The wild is calling. Are you ready to answer?
Not your average weekend, this three-day overland experience is where adventure, real-world skills and community collide. From hands-on training and trail drives to live music, campfire hangs and unforgettable moments... this is where you come to find your next Big Thing.
The Big Thing is packed with an incredible lineup of training courses, inspiring speakers, seasoned adventurers and top-tier exhibitors. It's for those looking to gain more knowledge, more inspiration and more confidence to take on your next big thing.
WELCOME GATHERING
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.
EXPERT INSTRUCTION + TRAINING
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, the 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
You’ll get your hands dirty, your wheels turning and your head filled with knowledge.
LIVE MUSIC + FOOD TRUCKS
Friday night, saddle up and throw down Montana style. Grab a bite from one of the on-site food trucks and kick back as North Fork Crossing brings the soundtrack.
TRAIL DRIVES + TEST TRACK
Ready to test your skills? Join one of the guided 4WD trail drives, with routes suitable for all levels, from easygoing to more technical. Test your skills on dedicated tracks, sharpen your driving technique and safely push your limits
PRESENTERS + Q&A SESSIONS
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 trips
- Karissa & 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
MOVIE NIGHT
Relax while watching a special film screening of an exciting adventure film that will inspire you to take on your next Big Thing.
Want in?
Get your tickets, here:
https://xoverlandranch.ticketspice.com/the-big-thing-by-xoverland-ranch