On Trail Training

03/19/2026

Classes are up!

We are off to a bit of a slow start to the season but classes are available at ontrailtraining.com . Our training vehicle is going through a bit of a major overhaul but thanks to our friends at Rough Terrain Tactics we are able to run a limited schedule. We will be at full capacity soon! Hope to see you out there!

02/21/2026

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02/10/2026

There are some changes coming to On Trail Training!

01/23/2026

I sat down with my main man Ned last weekend for an episode of the Nuts and Bolts Podcast. Check it out!

"Nuts & Bolts, the Overlanding Podcast" has just published Season 2: Episode 2! This was one of the most fun episodes to record yet! Had the pleasure of sitting down in studio with our dear friend Matt Balazs of On Trail Training out of Colorado. Matt is a certified Master Trainer with the I4WDTA - The International 4-Wheel Drive Trainers Association LLC- , board member of Stay The Trail, advisor for and head of training for , as well as being a damn good human. As a true expert, he gives some great insight into off-roading, environmental stewardship and the industry. Find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherver you get your podcasts. Thank you to our show sponsor Lucky 8 LLC. To check out Matt's company please visit www.ontrailtraining.com

09/22/2025

A couple weeks ago I was asked to head to Utah to do a talk about the work i do with the Bronco Wild Fund. They didn’t tell me who I was talking to or much else about the event except be at this campground at 8am. I was really surprised when Jim Farley showed up.

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09/05/2025

Always one of my favorite events, stop by and say hi!

Our clinic schedule is packed with opportunities to learn from experts in different areas of outdoor recreation. On Trail Training has vehicle recovery and vehicle trail repair clinics. See the full schedule at 14erfest.org.

07/22/2025

Brand new feature on the I4WDTA website, videos from the best in the industry covering all sorts of topics. Might even see me in there.

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Interested in learning about a specific 4WD related subject? Check out videos like this at:
https://i4wdta.org/videos/

07/11/2025

The final round of classes for the ‘25 season are open for registration at ontrailtraining.com head over and get registered!

05/12/2025

Driving Skills classes are available at ontrailtraining.com

June 8 & 22
July 20 & 26

On Trail Training - Specializing in 4x4 driving instruction, winching, & recovery classes in the Denver, Colorado area.

04/16/2025

There are still spots available for the May 4 Trail Repair class and May 31 Intro to Recovery. Head to ontrailtraining.com to get registered.

03/21/2025

Old one of me doing some work with my Hi-Lift.

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The Hi-Lift® Jack at work in the most unexpected places! These guys put their Hi-Lift® X-TREME Jack to the test, using it as a come-along to winch a heavy ski tuning machine into place at a ski resort. From the trails to the shop, the Hi-Lift® Jack proves—once again—its unmatched versatility! Where have you used your Hi-Lift Jack? Send us your stories and pics in the comments!

Available at a Hi-Lift® Jack dealer near you or at one of the many online retailers. Also available through the Hi-Lift® Store – LINK IN BIO!

Hi-Lift® Jacks – The Original Power Tool.

03/04/2025

Believe it or not it’s almost spring! That means classes are available at ontrailtraining.com head over and get registered!

On Trail Training - Specializing in 4x4 driving instruction, winching, & recovery classes in the Denver, Colorado area.