RGS Explore Resource Hub
Learn every aspect of expedition planning, funding, safety, field research and communication with our curated library of knowledge and advice for impactful exploration.
The anatomy of an expedition plan with Felicity Aston MBE
Learn the essentials to construct a robust expedition plan, with the first woman to ski alone across Antarctica, Felicity Aston.
Gap year explorers: introducing the RGS Gap Experience Planning Toolkit
Transform your year out with our gap year planning toolkit. Develop life skills, your CV, and prepare for university with a purposeful geographical experience.
Getting started: a beginner's guide to expedition funding
Looking to fund your expedition? Discover effective and efficient approaches to secure the funding you need to launch your next field project.
Getting started: field safety principles for expeditioners
Learn essential safety principles for any expedition, covering risk assessments and emergency planning to ensure a safe and successful journey.
About the RGS Explore Resource Hub
This searchable, filterable collection of digital resources provides detailed information and guidance across key areas of expedition planning, implementation and management.
An online complement to the RGS Explore Weekend, these resources cover the foundational aspects of expedition planning, strategies for securing funding, established protocols for safety and risk management, practical insights into various field techniques, and a range of associated topics.
The library of content aims to serve as a comprehensive reference for individuals and teams involved in scientific, exploratory, educational, and media-focused expeditions, offering structured knowledge on logistics, operational considerations, and good practices in diverse environments, as well as anecdotal and personal perspectives from an array of experts and thought leaders from across the Society.
With thanks to our donors
The RGS Explore Resource Hub has been developed as a modern successor to the respected RGS Expedition Handbook with the generous support of the Transglobe Expedition Trust. Content associated with the RGS Explore Weekend has been made possible with the support of the event's official partner, Rolex Perpetual Planet.