Forests have nurtured civilisations, inspired myths and revolutions, and hold the key to our planet’s future. Did you know trees can even communicate with each other?
Join explorer Levison Wood and his special guests at a one-off live panel discussion at the Royal Geographical Society in London celebrating the profound influence of trees on human history, adventure, and the environment.
He’ll be joined by an expert panel of leading voices in rewilding, exploration and conservation such as: Bruce Parry (filmmaker and Indigenous rights advocate); Lucy Shepherd (explorer and filmmaker), Lord Zac Goldsmith (environmental leader and former UK Minister), and Dr Rosa Vásquez Espinoza (scientist and storyteller), for a thought-provoking and inspiring discussion about nature, hope, and the future we can still shape.
Your ticket includes a signed copy of the new book, The Great Tree Story (RRP £25.00).
There will be a live draw at the event to win some incredible prizes (to be announced soon!) from the likes of Scientific Exploration Society, Shackleton, Tentsile, Iron Raft and Journeys With Purpose.
There are limited tickets so book your spot now!
About the speakers
- Bruce Parry - BAFTA-winning filmmaker and presenter of Tribe, recently back on the BBC with a new series with Indigenous communities around the world.
- Lucy Shepherd - British explorer and Channel 4 presenter, known for her 50-day expedition across Guyana’s uncharted Amazon.
- Lord Zac Goldsmith - former UK Minister and environmental leader, sharing lessons and hopes for our planet’s future.
- Dr Rosa Vásquez Espinoza - Peruvian scientist, National Geographic Explorer, and author of The Spirit of the Rainforest, bridging Indigenous wisdom and cutting-edge research in the Amazon.
- Levison Wood - world-renowned explorer and author of The Great Tree Story.
Booking information
To book tickets, please visit Eventbrite.
This event has not been organised by the Society. If you have any questions or require assistance with your booking please contact the event organisers via Eventbrite.
Presented by Journeys With Purpose: Transformative experiences in wild nature.
Supported by Central Profiles: Advanced metal laser-cutting in support of Renewables, Electric Vehicles, Solar and UK infrastructure.
Venue information
This event will be at the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG), 1 Kensington Gore, London, SW7 2AR.
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