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Friday 1 November

Join us for an unforgettable kickoff to an exhilarating weekend of exploration and inspiration!

  • Consult expedition reports in the Foyle Reading Room from 10.00am-5.00pm.
  • Book an appointment to view maps or other items from the Society's Collections.
  • Join a talk about using the Society's Collections at 5.15pm in the Foyle Reading Room. 

Welcome home: postcards from the field (6.30pm-8.00pm)

Join us for the first evening of the Explore symposium, where you'll have the opportunity to listen to captivating presentations from those returning from their recent expeditions and grant recipients who have turned their dreams into reality. 

Be inspired by their stories, insights, and discoveries as they ignite your passion for exploration and set the stage for what promises to be an unforgettable journey ahead.

This is your chance to meet fellow delegates, exchange ideas, and begin crafting your own expedition plans amidst a community of like-minded people. 

The bar will be open in the Map Room until 9.00pm. 

Apply to speak

If you've recently returned from an expedition or have been a Society grant recipient, we eagerly invite you to share your experiences. Apply now for the opportunity to deliver a captivating microlecture and inspire others with your journey. Email us at go@rgs.org