How to Get Started with Overlanding

We talk with Brent Baker from Oregon Adventure Trucks about the overlanding journey. We'll start off by discussing car camping, move to dispersed camping, and eventually progress to full-on adventure travel. We'll discuss the essential gear you'll need for your first camping trip, an overview of the preparation for adventure travel, and some things to consider as you begin your travels into the backcountry.Overlanding and Adventure TravelAs overlanding has exploded in popularity over the last decade, the term has become ubiquitous across the outdoor recreation industry, often used by anyone heading to the forest for a weekend of camping. We'll discuss the typical journey many of us take, starting as car campers and progressing to multi-day overlanding trips, and for the fortunate, extended journeys spanning thousands of miles. Before you dive headfirst into your first big trip, whether it's a multi-day or longer excursion, there are a few things to consider. Ben and Brent will share their experiences and tips, covering essential gear, Leave No Trace and TREAD Lightly principles, respecting the land and locals, and how to keep your adventure on track.Oregon Adventure TrucksBrent Baker is the owner of Oregon Adventure Trucks, based in Bend, Oregon.  Oregon AT specializes in outfitting vehicles for off-grid camping and overlanding. They are the top North American dealer for AT Overland products, which include truck toppers and campers, but also do aftermarket work on vehicles and sell a variety of off roading and camping gear from their shop. Beyond selling and installing gear, Oregon Adventure Trucks is dedicated to educating the overlanding community through off-road training courses that focus on vehicle capabilities, safety, and responsible land stewardship.https://oregonat.com/About Overland Trail GuidesOTG (Overland Trail Guides ) features North America's largest directory of curated overland routes, with over 100 route guides across the US, Canada and Mexico.  Check OTG out at:www.overlandtrailguides.com