Overland Ready 101: First Tracks with the Wolf Pack
Overland Ready 101: First Tracks with the Wolf Pack - June 3-5 is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Overland Ready 101: First Tracks with the Wolf Pack
Empowered to go farther, smarter
Overland Ready 101: First Tracks with the Wolf Pack is the ultimate beginner’s course for new adventure van owners and aspiring overlanders. No pressure. No judgment.
This 3-day, 2-night hands-on training experience teaches you how to find campsites, drive confidently on dirt roads, master your van’s systems, and handle common challenges without stress.
This isn’t a course about getting rescued. It’s a course about never needing rescue because you’ll develop the skills, confidence, and knowledge to handle situations yourself.
From campsite selection to driving techniques, battery and power management, self-recovery basics, cooking, camp setup, and solo or group camping dynamics, this course prepares you to enjoy the overlanding lifestyle independently and safely.
You’ll also connect with other new adventurers — many of whom become future trail partners and lifelong friends.
What You’ll Walk Away With
- Hands-on confidence to plan and execute van-based overland adventures
- Real-world problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
- A network of fellow Wolf Pack students and alumni
- Access to the Wolf Pack internal community for ongoing support and future meetups
- The ability to explore independently with confidence — and without fear
What You’ll Learn
- How to find and assess safe, legal campsites (BLM, Forest Service, boondocking, campgrounds)
- Driving skills for big vehicles (turning, backing up, trail navigation, limb awareness)
- Van systems mastery (power, water, heat, AC, troubleshooting)
- Power management (solar, alternator, inverter basics)
- Camp setup for safety, comfort, and efficiency
- Dust and dirt management
- Leave No Trace principles and respectful camping
- Fire building, cooking, and camp atmosphere creation
- Emergency preparedness and basic self-recovery techniques
- Stargazing, physical wellness, and trail etiquette
- Solo and group camping dynamics
- Packing, storage, and organization tips
- Managing pets while traveling
- Relationship and downtime management at camp
About Your Pack Leaders
25+ years off-road recovery experience with overland vehicles, living in vans, boats, RVs, and expedition vehicles — off-grid, in all conditions.
40+ years combined camping experience — from casual car camping to serious wilderness expeditions.
Survival, medical response, and field operations expertise — skills honed over decades of training and real-world application.
15+ years of professional van building — personally designing and constructing custom expedition vehicles for off-road travel and long-term living.
Our training is built from experience earned the hard way: on trails, in storms, and thousands of nights under the stars.
Frequently Asked Questions
Each Wolf Pack event is intentionally capped at a small number of vehicles (usually 5–10) to ensure a personal, high-quality experience. Registration is first come, first served.
We welcome Sprinter vans, adventure vans, Class B RVs, small overland builds, and similar adventure vehicles. Specific requirements are listed in each event description. Feel free to reach out if you're unsure whether your setup is a fit.
Yes — passengers and partners are welcome unless otherwise noted for a specific event. We encourage bringing someone to share the experience.
In general, well-behaved dogs are welcome at most events. However, some locations or activities (like certain state parks, recovery trainings, or wildlife areas) may have restrictions. Pet policies will be clearly listed per event.
Wolf Pack events are designed to run rain or shine. We believe real adventure includes real conditions. In cases of extreme, unsafe weather (such as wildfires, floods, or severe storms), we will reschedule or refund as needed.
A packing list will be provided after registration, customized for each event. Expect to bring basics like food, water, fuel, sleeping setup, recovery gear (where applicable), appropriate clothing, and basic van necessities are not included.
Some events include group meals or community cookouts; others are self-catered. Details are listed on each event page. We encourage participants to bring their own essentials regardless to stay self-reliant.
Due to the small group sizes and advanced planning, Wolf Pack event registrations are non-refundable within 30 days of the event. However, if you need to cancel earlier, or if we must reschedule due to weather or emergencies, we’ll work with you fairly.
Perfect — our events like "Overlanding Camping 101" are designed to help beginners and intermediate adventurers build real skills and confidence. No ego, no judgment — just growth.
If you can comfortably walk around a campground, crouch, lift light gear, and hike short distances on uneven ground, you’ll be fine. We adjust our pace to the group. No extreme hiking or climbing required.
Yes — attendees of Wolf Pack events are invited to join the Wolf Pack Van & Overlanding Adventure Network – PNW community, where future trips, advanced courses, and exclusive experiences will be announced first.
