School Resources

Fact Sheets

Case studies and fun facts for the classroom, covering flooding, landslides and coasts. Read more

Learning Maps and Mats

RSGS helps school's create playground maps and access climate change story mats for the classroom. Read more

Lesson Plans

We are working to enhance geographical learning in Scottish schools. We organise activities and produce learning materials for both primary and secondary school children. Read more

Experiential Learning

Lesson plans and advise for outdoor learning projects and activities inspired by exploration and adventure. Read more

Latest

An Interview with Calum Maclean

For our Young Geographer magazine published in 2019, our team of Editors sat down with BBC presenter and wild-swimmer Calum Maclean. The magazine article was published in Gaelic, but we're pleased to share the English version online!

Finding the Spirit of Christmas

Explorers have often been far from home at Christmas, but they have found peace, joy and warm friendship in the most far-flung places…

November 2019

November e-newsletter of the RSGS: RSGS Christmas Gift Ideas, Levison Wood, Gift Membership, Rob Hain, Great Horizon, First Christmas in Antarctica, Events.

Carsten Borchgrevink and the first Christmas on the Antarctic Continent

Borchgrevink claimed to hold an honour that no other explorer was able to disprove: he proclaimed himself to be the first person ever to set foot on the Antarctic continent.

An Interview with Calum Maclean

Nine Lessons in Brexit

Amidst the noise and fury of the current debate, it is too easy to lose sight of the fundamental questions we need to address, writes Sir Ivan Rodgers.

A Sustainable Wealth Fund to Fuel Transition

With the advent of renewables, there is a great opportunity to generate resources to build a positive future for younger and future generations.

Who We Are

With the support of more than 2,700 Members, c120 volunteers, and six staff, we are a small, flexible organisation, striving to increase geographical understanding.

Local Groups

The RSGS has 13 local groups across Scotland, all run by volunteers who man the Inspiring People talks and arrange other exciting local events.

Taking a Step in the Right Direction

"We need to start treating this Climate Emergency like an emergency. And having these targets now in place is a welcome and significant first step." Written by Mike Robinson.

Finding the Spirit of Christmas

Explorers have often been far from home at Christmas, but they have found peace, joy and warm friendship in the most far-flung places…

Public Events

We organise a programme of 100 public talks and events across Scotland each year. Our inspiring speakers bring us amazing stories of journeys and adventures, and refreshing insights into current issues.

Levison Wood: Travels in Remote Places

BUY TICKETS: Explorer, author, photographer and broadcaster Levison Wood speaks for RSGS.

Exploring Arctic Connections

As the northern lights dance playfully overhead, reindeer gather, and eventually herds – sometimes thousands strong – will start their arduous migration towards the coast, writes Hazel and Luke Robertson.