RSGS People

We are associated with some amazing people, and over the past 135 years we have worked with an enviable list of explorers, adventurers, travellers, photographers, writers, humanitarians, scientists, journalists and communicators. Amongst them are names such as Roald Amundsen, Fridtjof Nansen, Robert Falcon Scott, Neil Armstrong, Sir David Attenborough, Isobel Wylie Hutchison, Sir Edmund Hillary, Rosie Swale Pope, Annie Lennox, Christiana Figueres, Michael Palin, Chris Packham, Greta Thunberg and Karen Darke.

Stories about RSGS People

Latest

Hutton’s Tercentenary

We mark the tercentenary of the birth of James Hutton, who is described as the "Father of Modern Geology".
Simon Reeve RSGS Honorary Fellowship

Adventurer and presenter Simon Reeve visited RSGS HQ in Perth last week ahead of his sold-out event at Perth Concert Hall, to be presented with RSGS Honorary Fellowship.
May 2026

RSGS E:Newsletter: David Attenborough 100th; Simon Reeve FRSGS; The Balloonists; A Frozen Night.
Mock Cop 30 - Inverness

The Model Conference of the Parties is an exclusive and inclusive event encouraging voice and change from the perspective of youths. Mock Cop is a youth initiative which strongly connects to the mirroring of Model UN.

Most read

Join Us

Join us as a Member to support our charitable work, enjoy 100 inspiring events, receive our geographic magazine, and be part of the RSGS family.
Who We Are

With the support of more than 2,500 Members, c120 volunteers, and six staff, we are a small, flexible organisation, striving to increase geographical understanding.
Our Philosophy

The Royal Scottish Geographical Society is a dynamic educational charity with far-reaching influence and a mission to inspire and inform.
Volunteer With Us

It's easy to volunteer with us, and we have lots of exciting projects to work on, including hosting speakers at our talks, giving RSGS talks to external clubs and guiding visitors at our HQ in Perth.
RSGS People

We are associated with some amazing people - explorers, adventurers, travellers, photographers, writers, humanitarians, scientists, journalists...
University Research

We promote geographical research in Scottish universities, offer ‘knowledge exchange’ opportunities, and publish a peer-reviewed academic journal.
Schools Education

We are a champion for geographical education in Scottish schools, involved in policy discussions, promoting geography in schools, and projects.
Nominate for Awards

Submit your nominations for new RSGS Medallists and Fellows, recognising outstanding contributions in a wide range of geographical fields.
Our Impact

We provide informed, intelligent, insightful commentary on world issues from a geographical perspective.
Informing Policy

We engage in policy discussions with national government departments, international bodies, local authorities, community organisations, schools, universities, companies, NGOs and others.

Tag cloud

Chief Executive Climate Change Climate Change & Environment Opinion RSGS History & People Travel & Adventure Writer-in-Residence