EXPLORE is the Society's annual expedition and field research planning weekend held each November. It is unmissable for inspiration, advice and contacts.
 

EXPLORE 2023

This year's EXPLORE weekend will take place on 4 November and 5 November 2023 at the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG), London SW7 2AR. 

EXPLORE brings together a range of expedition professionals, scientists and independent travellers, with experience from all over the world, to help you get the most out of your project and learn from others recently returned from the field.

The emphasis is on small projects with a research component but anyone planning overseas expeditions or fieldwork is welcome. Whether you are planning your first or 21st expedition, EXPLORE is the event for you. 

If you don’t yet have a firm idea in mind, don’t worry. EXPLORE will help you get the most out of your journey - wherever you're headed.

  • Practical advice on planning geographical fieldwork, conservation and challenging journeys with purpose

  • Specialist workshops on field research skills, working in remote environments, and communicating discoveries through writing, photography, video and sound

  • Meet and share ideas with returning expeditions

  • Talk to exhibitors and get one-to-one advice

 

Tickets

You can attend in person for the full experience or watch the main talks online by buying a streaming ticket.

Bookings will open later in 2023.

 

What is EXPLORE about?

Who is EXPLORE for?

  • Students, researchers, teachers and independent travellers aspiring to undertake original geographical research projects both in UK and overseas.

  • Undergraduates and postgraduate students, especially those studying geography and environmental science who are planning fieldwork in 2023 and beyond.

  • Teachers and youth leaders leading fieldwork or expeditions

  • Independent travellers wanting to put purpose into their journeys

  • Providers of logistical or financial support for expeditions and fieldwork, including expedition medics

  • Media professionals working in remote and challenging environments

  • Expedition health care professionals

  • Those with an interest in the history of exploration, and what it means to be an ‘explorer’ today

  • Potential applicants for the Society grants

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Speakers

Find out who's speaking at this year's EXPLORE weekend.

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