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Introduction to Global Overlanding

• Defining the Expeditionary Mindset
• Geography: Navigating the Overland Zone (Africa, Asia, Latin America)
• Ethical Travel and Cultural Respect

Vehicle Selection and Preparation

• Choosing the Right Platform: 4x4, Van, or Truck
• Mechanical Deep-Dive:
  • The 2.2 Tdci Engine (List others)
    • Torque Specifications and Critical Fasteners
    • Common Failure Points and Preventative Maintenance
• Fastener Identification: Metric vs. Imperial (Whitworth, BSF, UNC, UNF)

Electrical and Auxiliary Systems

• Designing the Off-Grid Power Grid
• Wire Sizing and Voltage Drop Calculations (AWG Standards)
• Battery Management: From Lead-Acid to LiFePO4
• Solar Integration and Charging Logic

Advanced Vehicle Recovery

• The Physics of Recovery: Resistance Factors (Mire vs. Slope)
• Winching Techniques: Single, Double, and Triple Line Pulls
• Safety Protocols: The "Weakest Link" and Dampening
• Field Recovery Checklists

Expedition Health and Wilderness Medicine

• The SHTF (Shit Hits The Fan) Medical Supply Hierarchy
• Field Procedures: Sterile Technique in Non-Sterile Environments
• Veterinary Redundancies and Human Dosing Calculations
• Managing Chronic Health on the Road

Situational Security and Survival

• Tactical Awareness: Defending against Muggings and Armed Assaults
• Hostage Situations: Psychological Resilience and Conduct
• Emergency Signaling: Ground-to-Air Codes and Visual Signals
• Survival Kits: From Altoids Tins to Bug Out Bags (BOB)

Navigation and Direction Finding

• The Shadow-Tip and Watch Methods
• Navigating by Stars and Celestial Bodies
• Electronic Backups: GPS and Satellite Communication

Logistics and Global Communication

• International Documentation: Carnets, Visas, and Permits
• Global Directory: Dialing Codes, Time Zones, and TLDs
• The Global Phrase Grid: Essential Communication in 19 Languages

Resource Directory

• Verified Specialist Suppliers (Electrical, Mechanical, Fabrication)
• Global Overlanding Clubs and Training Organizations

overlanding training manual outline

Calendar Items for 2026

• Dark Skies Festival
  • Date: 13 February-1 March 2026
  • Location North York Moors and Yorkshire Dales
  • Description: See the magical night sky above beautiful Malham Cove on a five-mile night walk.
  • URL: https://darkskiesnationalparks.org.uk
  • Accomodation: https://knightstainforth.co.uk

• The Laugharne Weekend
  • Date: 20-22 March 2026
  • Location Laugharne, West Wales
  • Description: Take in a weekend of literature, arts, music and comedy, from artists with a connection to Wales.
  • URL: https://thelaugharneweekend.com
  • Accomodation: https://ferrysidefarm.co.u

• The Laugharne Weekend
  • Date: 20-22 March 2026
  • Location Laugharne, West Wales
  • Description: Take in a weekend of literature, arts, music and comedy, from artists with a connection to Wales.
  • URL: https://thelaugharneweekend.com
  • Accomodation: https://ferrysidefarm.co.uk

April

• Wander Wild Festival
  • Date: 17-19 April 2026
  • Location Killarney, Co Kerry, Rep of Ireland
  • Description: Climb Ireland’s highest peak at Carrauntoohil, or kayak through Killarney’s stunning lakes.
  • URL: https://wanderwildfestival.com
  • Accomodation: https://killarneycamping.co

• Keswick Mountain Festival
  • Date: 15-17 May 2026
  • Location Keswick, Lake District
  • Description: Go climbing, watch films, listen to guest speakers, enjoy live music and enjoy

a range of guided activities.

• • URL: https://keswickmountainfestival.co.uk
  • Accomodation: https://castlerigg.co.u

• ClubFest 2026 (above)
  • Date: 22-26 May 2026
  • Location Kelmarsh Hall, Northamptonshire
  • Description: Join fellow caravanners for a Bank

Holiday family weekend of food and music, with Chris Moyles headlining.

• • URL: https://caravanclub.co.uk/whats-on/clubfest/
  • Accomodation: https://caravanclub.co.u

• Midlands Air Festival
  • Date: 29-31 May 2026
  • Location Ragley Hall, Alcester, Warwickshire
  • Description: See magnificent air displays with military jets, barnstormers, helicopters, aerobatics, parachute teams and hot air balloons.
  • URL: https://midlandsairfestival.com
  • Accomodation: heartofenglandcaravanningandcamping.co

• Dark Skies Festival
  • Date: 13 February-1 March 2026
  • Location: North York Moors and Yorkshire Dales
  • Description: See the magical night sky above beautiful Malham Cove on a five-mile night walk.
  • URL: https://darkskiesnationalparks.org.uk
  • Accomodation: https://knightstainforth.co.uk/Dark Skies Festival

• The Laugharne Weekend
  • Date: 20-22 March 2026
  • Location: Laugharne, West Wales
  • Description: Take in a weekend of literature, arts, music and comedy, from artists with a connection to Wales.
  • URL: https://thelaugharneweekend.com
  • Accomodation: ferrysidefarm.co.uk

• Wander Wild Festival
  • Date: 17-19 April 2026
  • Location: Killarney, Co Kerry, Rep of Ireland
  • Description: Climb Ireland’s highest peak at Carrauntoohil, or kayak through Killarney’s stunning lakes.
  • URL: https://wanderwildfestival.com
  • Accomodation: killarneycamping.com

• ClubFest 2026
  • Date: 22-26 May 2026
  • Location: Kelmarsh Hall, Northamptonshire
  • Description: Join fellow motorhomers for a bank holiday family weekend of food and music, with Chris Moyles headlining.
  • URL: https://caravanclub.co.uk/whats-on/clubfest/
  • Accomodation: On site

Wander Wild Festival

• Keswick Mountain Festival
  • Date: 15-17 May 2026
• Location: Keswick, Lake District
  • Description: Go climbing, watch films, listen to guest speakers, enjoy live music and enjoy a range of guided activities.
  • URL: https://keswickmountainfestival.co.uk
  • Accomodation: castlerigg.co.uk

ClubFest 2026 Keswick Mountain Festival Paul Mitchell | www.practic

• Midlands Air Festival
  • Date: 29-31 May 2026
• Location: Ragley Hall, Alcester, Warwickshire
  • Description: See magnificent air displays with military jets, barnstormers, helicopters, aerobatics, parachute teams and hot air balloons.
  • URL: https://midlandsairfestival.com
  • Accomodation: heartofenglandcaravanningandcamping.com
  • Description: Experience the ultimate petrolhead summer garden party with motor racing, air displays and entertainment.
  • URL: https://goodwood.com/motorsport/festival-of-speed/
  • Accomodation: On site goodwood.com/motorsport/festival-of-speed/plan-your-day/camping/
  • URL: https://silverstone.co.uk/events/carfest
  • Accomodation: On site at carfest.org

• Margam Park Food Festival
  • Date: 29-31 August 2026
  • Date: Margam Country Park,

South Wales

• • Description: Fill up on chef demonstrations,

live music, eating challenges and, of course, food, food, food!

• • URL: https://greatbritishfoodfestival.com/

margam-park

• • Accomodation: visitbridgend.co.uk/accommodation/brynhyfryd-farm-campsite

• Heartland Festival
  • Date: 26-28 June 2026
  • Date: Pitlochry, Scotland
  • Description: Enjoy performances from big

name acts such as Marti Pellow of Wet Wet Wet fame, at this family- friendly festival.

• • URL: https://heartlandfestival.co.uk
  • Accomodation: haberfeldycaravanpark.co.uk

• Goodwood Festival of Speed
  • Date: 9-12 July 2026
  • Date: Goodwood, West Sussex

• Bristol International

Balloon Fiesta

• • Date: 7-9 August 2026
  • Date: Bristol
  • Description: Watch the mass ascents of over 100 hot air balloons turn the sky into a rainbow of colours.
  • URL: https://bristolballoonfiesta.co.uk

• **Accomodation: Parsonage Farm, caravanclub.co.uk

Stranraer Oyster Festival

• Car Fest
  • Date: 28-30 August 2026
  • Date: Silverstone
  • Description: Glorious mix of cars and music with delicious food and family entertainment and all for a good cause.
  • Date: 11-13 September 2026
  • Date: Stranraer, Scotland
  • Description: Celebrity chef demos, live music, the Scottish Oyster Shucking Championships, and plenty of oyster eating.
  • URL: https://stranraeroysterfestival.com
  • Accomodation: aird-donald.co.uk

Goodwood Festival of Speed Car Fest Stranraer Oyster Festiva

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