Connect with the exploration community
Find out about the diverse and global community of explorers who call the Society home, how we serve them, and how you can get involved.
Welcome to our global community of explorers, researchers, field practitioners and travellers with purpose.
Whether you’re taking your first curious steps into the world of exploration, or you’re an established professional, we can help you connect with others in our welcoming community to find the support you need.
Our ongoing work to cultivate and enable new generations of explorers relies on the generous contribution of time and expertise from members of the community. We’d love to hear from you directly if you’d like to help in the development of our RGS Explore resources or field standards and practices, or participate in the delivery of our events or the governance of our work.
Our community
Emerging explorers
Supporting aspiring teams and individuals in the early stages of their career.
Expedition professionals
Providing seasoned and objective guidance for complex undertakings.
Field researchers
Supporting field projects undertaken in remote and challenging environments.
Curious travellers
Sharing practical advice for safe and responsible journeys involving adventurous activities and purposes beyond the scientific.
Communicators and storytellers
Providing help and guidance to refine narratives and maximise impacts.
Student explorers
Giving practical guidance on organising overseas ventures with the goal to discover and share.
Outdoor educators
Supporting teachers, lecturers, leaders and facilitators who use the outdoors to inspire learners.
Strategic collaborators
Partnering with organisations and brands who share our values and ambitions for exploration, field research and purposeful travel.
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Want to stay up to date on what’s going on in the world of geographical exploration? Sign up for our newsletter: a monthly round-up of news, events, resources, publications, and other highlights from our community.
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Selected upcoming events
Our events programme brings together the exploration community through workshops and webinars, talks and film screenings, and a variety of in-person gatherings, culminating each year in the flagship RGS Explore Weekend.
Challenging maps and exploration symposium
Join us for a day of expert panels discussing the connections, historical and contemporary, between maps and exploration. Event sponsored by the Sunderland Collection.
Inclusive fieldwork and expeditions seminar: race and disability
This seminar, facilitated by Equal Adventure, introduces the inclusion of disability and race in expeditions and fieldwork. It is designed for field leaders who want to develop a more inclusive approach to their expedition and fieldwork practice.
Accommodation at RGS Explore Weekend 2025
We’ve secured a special rate at Astor Hyde Park Hostel exclusively for RGS Explore Weekend delegates, just £80 for two nights (Friday and Saturday). Located close to the Society, you’ll be staying in shared rooms with fellow RGS Explore Weekend attendees. Spaces are limited, so book early to secure your bunk!
RGS Explore Weekend 2025
Book your tickets for this year's RGS Explore Weekend. Connect with leading explorers and field practitioners, and learn everything you need to make your expedition a success.
Expedition and wilderness medicine: update session
Expedition medicine offers an exciting opportunity to combine your medical skills with travel, field research and exploration. This gathering is intended to share experiences and encourage best practice.
Welcome home: postcards from the field
Short talks from recently returned expeditions and field research projects – hear what they did and the lessons they learned. Followed by a chance to meet, connect, and celebrate their work.
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Events
From celebrating the wonders of our planet to exploring the fascinating world of geography, our events bring people together to learn, connect, and be inspired.