Our Heritage

For over 135 years, the RSGS has worked with and celebrated some of the most outstanding individuals in the fields of science, exploration, education and communication. And we have been engaged in many of the critical issues and concerns of the day, from mapping and exploration to town planning, flooding and national parks.

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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.
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.

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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!
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.
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.
Opportunities & Grants

Since its inception, RSGS and its members have part-funded and open doors to hundreds of students, academics and explorers in their careers and research, both at home and abroad. And this tradition continues today...
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.
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…
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.

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