In this video Shane Winser, one of the the curators of the Explore Symposium, unravels the rich tapestry of the event's history, offering insights into its evolution and significance. Delve into the essence of Explore and discover what attendees can expect to gain from participating in this unparalleled gathering.
Whether you fall into one of the following categories, or embody a combination of them, this extraordinary gathering is you.
- Ambitious students, curious researchers, and inspirational teachers:
- Undergraduates and postgraduate students, particularly those studying geography and environmental science, gearing up for fieldwork in 2024 and beyond.
- Teachers and youth leaders who are leading young people on empowering fieldwork expeditions. - Independent travellers with a purpose:
- Adventurous souls seeking to infuse meaning into their journeys and make a positive impact through their independent travels. - Supporters of exploration:
- Logistical and financial supporters dedicated to enabling expeditions and fieldwork. - Media professionals:
- Storytellers who thrive on a challenge, immersing themselves in the most extreme environments to capture and share gripping stories with the world. - Expedition healthcare professionals:
- Medics wanting to develop their expertise in expedition medicine and global health. - History enthusiasts:
- Those intrigued by exploration's history and fascinated by the evolution of what it means to be an 'explorer' in today's world. - Grant applicants:
- Aspiring individuals eager to leverage the Society's grants to turn their ambitious projects into reality.