OVER 50 TRAINED INSTRUCTORS TO HELP YOU PREPARE!
EXPERIENCE THE ULTIMATE SELF-RELIANCE EVENT
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​Experience the Best in Preparedness: The 3rd Annual Mountain Readiness Expo returns, bigger and better than ever, offering a hands-on, immersive learning experience.
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Expert-Led Education: Gain essential skills from top-tier educators in homesteading, prepping, self-sufficiency, tactical strategies, and medical preparedness.
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Action-Packed Weekend: Participate in hands-on classes designed to equip you with real-world survival and self-reliance techniques.
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Join the Community: Connect with like-minded individuals and take part in a comprehensive event dedicated to building a more resilient future.
WHAT WILL I LEARN AT MOUNTAIN READINESS?
RADIO COMMUNICATIONS
WATER PURIFICATION
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EMERGENCY MEDICAL
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POULTRY CARE & PROCESSING
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OFF-GRID LIVING EXPERIENCES
FOOD PRESERVATION METHODS
DO-IT-YOURSELF REPAIR
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COMMUNITY BUILDING
AN EXPERIENCE LIKE NO OTHER
SEE WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
Mountain Readiness Expo 2025 is designed not only to train you in preparedness and self-reliance, but to grow you as a person. You’ll be surrounded by some of the friendliest, most like-minded people you’ll ever meet—ready to share knowledge, lend a hand, and build real community. It’s more than an event; it’s a movement toward strength, purpose, and connection.
Daniel - Roanoke, VA
"I thought I was pretty well set up—food buckets, gear, some training. But this expo opened my eyes to everything I wasn’t thinking about. Medical? Communications? Community defense? It’s not just a gear show. It’s a mindset shift. The Make & Take classes were especially cool—I came home with things I actually use now."
Marcus - Knoxville, TN
"I brought my teenage sons with me last year and it changed everything for us. They got off their phones, learned how to build a fire, and started asking questions about growing our own food. The instructors are legit, the music was awesome, and we camped the whole weekend. I can’t think of a better way to build real skills and stronger family bonds."
Amy - Asheville, NC
"I came to Mountain Readiness feeling overwhelmed and underprepared. I left feeling capable and inspired. I learned how to purify water without electricity, built my own emergency radio setup, and even processed a chicken (which I never thought I’d do in my life!). But more than that, I met real people who get it. People who aren’t afraid to say what we’re all thinking. I’ll be back every year."
Rachel - Charleston, SC
"Honestly, I expected this to be a little dry or ‘doomsday-ish’, but it was far from that. Yes, it’s serious. Yes, it’s urgent. But the vibe was fun. Music at night, great vendors, incredible people. You leave feeling less afraid and more equipped. It’s like someone handed you a flashlight in the dark."
Caleb - Boone, NC
"Mountain Readiness isn’t just about prepping—it’s about reclaiming the knowledge we used to have. Growing food, fixing things, understanding the land. The speakers were top-notch, the campground was beautiful, and there’s nothing like waking up to the smell of wood smoke and the sound of people learning to thrive, not just survive."
Lindsey - Richmond, VA
"I’ve been meaning to get serious about self-reliance for years, but never knew where to start. This event gave me not just the tools, but the confidence to finally do it. I learned how to store food properly, talked to experts about solar power, and even got hands-on with some gear I’d only seen online. Everyone was welcoming, the classes were packed with info, and the community vibe was strong. I already bought tickets for next year."
MOUNTAIN READINESS INSTRUCTORS SHAPING THE FUTURE OF SELF-RELIANCE
The Mountain Readiness Expo brings together an elite lineup of instructors from across the country—seasoned veterans, survival experts, homesteaders, authors, combat trainers, and regenerative living specialists—each dedicated to equipping you with real-world skills. Whether you’re looking to master comms, bushcraft, permaculture, self-defense, or sustainable food systems, these are the people you want to learn from. Explore the full roster and see why Mountain Readiness is where knowledge meets action.
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BILLY BOND
Billy is a former Army Sapper turned electrician, butcher, permaculture designer, and content creator dedicated to self-reliance and hands-on education.
CHRIS WEATHERMAN
Chris Weatherman, aka Angery American, is a bestselling author and podcast host known for his Survivalist Series and bold commentary on self-reliance, politics, and American life.
ANN VANDERSTEEL
Ann Vandersteel is a bold investigative journalist and constitutional advocate, known for her frontline reporting, fearless exposure of government overreach, and relentless pursuit of truth through her show Steel News and leadership with the American Made Foundation.
JOE FLOWERS
Joe, founder of Bushcraft Global, is a passionate outdoorsman, knife designer, and survival instructor who blends his background in zoology with a lifelong love for primitive skills, sharing knowledge from the jungles to the mountains.
DERRICK JAMES
Derrick James, founder of Prepper Press and early pioneer of the prepper movement, has been sharing survival insights since 2007, blending a lifelong passion for self-reliance with real-world experience in primitive skills, hunting, and preparedness.
KARL ERIKSON
Tactical Rifleman is a trusted resource for military, tactical, survival, and shooting skills—led by seasoned experts sharing real-world knowledge gained through years of service.
JACKS GENENGA
Jacks Genega is a full-time van-lifer, wilderness skills instructor, and founder of Wildcard Wilderness, sharing her passion for tree medicine, bushcraft, and self-reliance through a life shaped by solo adventures, survival training, and resilience in the wild.
CHANTAL MULLIN
Chantal Mullen is a passionate educator and soil steward with over a decade of hands-on experience in regenerative farming, edible landscaping, and sustainable food systems, inspiring others to find freedom and fulfillment through growing their own food.
JOEL RYALS
Joel Ryals is a combat veteran and expert dog trainer with over 20 years of experience breeding and training elite protection dogs through his companies Fortress K9 and K9 Academy Online, delivering dependable canine partners prepared for any threat.
LOCATION, LODGING, & PLANNING YOUR VISIT
Make the most of your Mountain Readiness experience by staying on-site! Whether you’re pitching a tent, bringing an RV, or booking a room nearby, Vanhoy Family Campground has you covered with campsites, RV hookups, lodging options, food vendors, restrooms, and easy access to all the action.
CAMPSITES
MAPS
RV HOOKUPS
LOCAL FOOD VENDORS
LODGING OPTIONS
RESTROOM ACCESS
HANDS-ON CLASSES • MAKE & TAKE ADD-ONS
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