Levison Wood: Travels in Remote Places

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We organise a programme of c100 public talks and events across Scotland each year: 90 of these form our core programme of Inspiring People talks; our special events include additional talks by high-profile speakers, award presentation events, small-scale talks given in our office, and open days. Tickets for most events can be bought via Eventbrite until noon the day before each talk, or direct from the venue. A limited number of tickets will also be available on the door.

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Chris Packham: Pictures from the Edge of the World

BUY TICKETS: TV presenter, naturalist, conservationist, award-winning photographer and author Chris Packham speaks for RSGS. Read more

Professor Roger Crofts: The World's Special Natural Places (KIRKCALDY)

RSGS Chairman Roger Crofts presents an illustrated tour of national parks and nature reserves and looks at the big issues affecting them. Read more

Justine Gosling: Tales from the Northwest Passage (EDINBURGH AFTERNOON)

The challenges of a 400km skiing adventure across the Northwest Passage. Read more

Justine Gosling: Tales from the Northwest Passage (GLASGOW)

The challenges of a 400km skiing adventure across the Northwest Passage. Read more

Rod Downie: Icons on Ice - Innovation in Polar Bear Conservation (DUMFRIES)

The Arctic is ‘ground-zero’ for climate change, and polar bears are on the front line. Read more

Rod Downie: Icons on Ice - Innovation in Polar Bear Conservation (BORDERS)

The Arctic is ‘ground-zero’ for climate change, and polar bears are on the front line. Read more

Rod Downie: Icons on Ice - Innovation in Polar Bear Conservation (AYR)

The Arctic is ‘ground-zero’ for climate change, and polar bears are on the front line. Read more

Rod Downie: Icons on Ice - Innovation in Polar Bear Conservation (HELENSBURGH)

The Arctic is ‘ground-zero’ for climate change, and polar bears are on the front line. Read more

Levison Wood: Travels in Remote Places

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

Mollie Hughes: Tales from the Top of the World and Beyond (ABERDEEN)

The youngest woman to reach the summit of Mount Everest from the north and south approaches considers what aided these successes. Read more

Mollie Hughes: Tales from the Top of the World and Beyond (DUNDEE)

The youngest woman to reach the summit of Mount Everest from the north and south approaches considers what aided these successes. Read more

Mollie Hughes: Tales from the Top of the World and Beyond (DUNFERMLINE)

The youngest woman to reach the summit of Mount Everest from the north and south approaches considers what aided these successes. Read more

Mollie Hughes: Tales from the Top of the World and Beyond (GLASGOW AFTERNOON)

The youngest woman to reach the summit of Mount Everest from the north and south approaches considers what aided these successes. Read more

Mollie Hughes: Tales from the Top of the World and Beyond (EDINBURGH)

The youngest woman to reach the summit of Mount Everest from the north and south approaches considers what aided these successes. Read more

Leon McCarron: Journey to Xuefeng Mountain (INVERNESS)

After walking 3,000 miles across China in 2012, Leon discusses the philosophy and potential of trails. Read more

Leon McCarron: Journey to Xuefeng Mountain (PERTH)

After walking 3,000 miles across China in 2012, Leon discusses the philosophy and potential of trails. Read more

Leon McCarron: Journey to Xuefeng Mountain (STIRLING)

After walking 3,000 miles across China in 2012, Leon discusses the philosophy and potential of trails. Read more

Selina Hales FRSGS: A Rare and Unexpected Act of Humanity (KIRKCALDY)

The founder and director of the inspiring charity Refuweegee talks about its achievements. Read more

Selina Hales FRSGS: A Rare and Unexpected Act of Humanity (GLASGOW)

The founder and director of the inspiring charity Refuweegee talks about its achievements. Read more

Selina Hales FRSGS: A Rare and Unexpected Act of Humanity (EDINBURGH AFTERNOON)

The founder and director of the inspiring charity Refuweegee talks about its achievements. Read more

Mahesh Anand: Living on the Moon! The Next 50 Years (DUMFRIES)

Join Dr Mahesh Anand of the Open University as he explores how and why the Moon could play host to a sustainable human presence as we enter an era of ‘New Space’. Read more

Mahesh Anand: Living on the Moon! The Next 50 Years (BORDERS)

Join Dr Mahesh Anand of the Open University as he explores how and why the Moon could play host to a sustainable human presence as we enter an era of ‘New Space’. Read more

Mahesh Anand: Living on the Moon! The next 50 years (AYR}

Join Dr Mahesh Anand of the Open University as he explores how and why the Moon could play host to a sustainable human presence as we enter an era of ‘New Space’. Read more

Mahesh Anand: Living on the Moon! The Next 50 Years (HELENSBURGH)

Join Dr Mahesh Anand of the Open University as he explores how and why the Moon could play host to a sustainable human presence as we enter an era of ‘New Space’. Read more

Professor Roger Crofts: The World's Special Natural Places (ABERDEEN)

RSGS Chairman Roger Crofts presents an illustrated tour of national parks and nature reserves, and the issues surrounding their future. Read more

Professor Roger Crofts: The World's Special Natural Places (DUNDEE)

RSGS Chairman Roger Crofts presents an illustrated tour of national parks and nature reserves, and the issues surrounding their future. Read more

Jonny Keeling: The Making of 'Seven Worlds, One Planet' (DUNFERMLINE)

This talk will reveal how our seven unique continents gave rise to the extraordinary diversity of life on Earth, and why it is being lost. Read more

Jonny Keeling: The Making of 'Seven Worlds, One Planet' (GLASGOW AFTERNOON)

This talk will reveal how our seven unique continents gave rise to the extraordinary diversity of life on Earth, and why it is being lost. Read more

Jonny Keeling: The Making of 'Seven Worlds, One Planet' (EDINBURGH)

This talk will reveal how our seven unique continents gave rise to the extraordinary diversity of life on Earth, and why it is being lost. Read more

Bruce Gittings: Chile - A Land of Surprises (INVERNESS)

Chile is remarkable for its geographical and biological diversity, with the world's driest desert and highest volcanoes. Read more

Bruce Gittings: Chile - A Land of Surprises (PERTH)

Chile is remarkable for its geographical and biological diversity, with the world's driest desert and highest volcanoes. Read more

Bruce Gittings: Chile - A Land of Surprises (STIRLING)

Chile is remarkable for its geographical and biological diversity, with the world's driest desert and highest volcanoes. Read more

Professor Iain Stewart: Tomorrow's Cities - Reshaping the Future of Urban Disaster Risk (KIRKCALDY)

RSGS President Iain Stewart explains how a new project aims to better protect the poorest, most marginalised populations living in our planet’s riskiest cities: Kathmandu, Istanbul, Nairobi and Quito. Read more

Professor Iain Stewart: Tomorrow's Cities - Reshaping the Future of Urban Disaster Risk (EDINBURGH AFTERNOON)

RSGS President Iain Stewart explains how a new project aims to better protect the poorest, most marginalised populations living in our planet’s riskiest cities: Kathmandu, Istanbul, Nairobi and Quito. Read more

Professor Iain Stewart: Tomorrow's Cities - Reshaping the Future of Urban Disaster Risk (GLASGOW)

RSGS President Iain Stewart explains how a new project aims to better protect the poorest, most marginalised populations living in our planet’s riskiest cities: Kathmandu, Istanbul, Nairobi and Quito. Read more

Hazel and Luke Robertson: The Sámi and the Reindeer (DUMFRIES)

Join RSGS Explorers-in-Residence Hazel and Luke on an exciting journey across Norway. Read more

Hazel and Luke Robertson: The Sámi and the Reindeer (BORDERS)

Join RSGS Explorers-in-Residence Hazel and Luke on an exciting journey across Norway. Read more

Will Burrard-Lucas: Remote Adventures in Photography (AYR)

An insight into the techniques used to get amazing images from the natural world, with world-renowned photographer Will Burrard-Lucas. Read more

Will Burrard-Lucas: Remote Adventures in Photography (HELENSBURGH)

An insight into the techniques used to get amazing images from the natural world, with world-renowned photographer Will Burrard-Lucas. Read more

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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.
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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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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…
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.
Financing Transition

"To transform into zero carbon societies would require around 2% of GDP, if we take early action. If not, we risk spending more than 20% of GDP in future." Written by Mike Robinson.
Levison Wood: Travels in Remote Places

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

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