We're delighted to offer our congratulations to Ed Stafford for his successful epic journey along the whole length of the Amazon. Ed applied for a Wilderness Award a couple of years ago but we regrettfully turned him down. This wasn't a lack of faith i… more »

The Rolex Awards for Enterprise are open for applications for 2012. Applications may be submitted in any of the 5 categories. Cultural Heritage, Conserving or contributing to our common cultural heritage Environment, Protecting or improving our natur… more »

This week 'Missing Lives' is published in London, written by Rory McLean and illustrated by Nick Danziger, its launch is marked by a month-long outdoor exhibition on the South Bank (Gabriel’s Wharf).The book — and exhibition -- tell the true stories of 1… more »

Within days, the European Union could ban illegal timber from entering the market -- but powerful companies are blocking discussions.Forests are the habitat and life source of many peoples and are essential in preventing climate change, but while there i… more »

All of you will recognise the unsung hero of Wilderness Lectures - John Bracey, our audio-visual whiz. His son Julian is planning a monster cycle ride across Western & Central Europe. He aims to start pedalling due-south on the 22nd June. His planned… more »